Podcasts about courageous woman

This episode of the Beautiful Work Beautiful Life explores what it means to stay open enough to find safety in a world that can often feel emotionally and psychologically unsafe. Through personal stories, honest reflection, and grounded conversation, Laurel Boivin and Laurel Holland unpack the connection between trust, nervous system regulation, self-expression, and psychological safety.The conversation explores how many of us learned to stay small, quiet, or guarded in order to protect ourselves — and how healing often requires us to gently practice showing up differently. From using your voice in difficult conversations to navigating anxiety, boundaries, authenticity, and self-trust, this episode offers a compassionate look at the inner work of building safety through lived experience.Listeners are reminded that safety is not always something we find outside ourselves first. Sometimes it's something we build, one courageous moment, one conversation, and one authentic expression at a time.Episode Highlights:The relationship between trust, nervous system regulation, and psychological safetyWhy staying open can feel difficult when anxiety or fear is presentHow lived experience helps build self-trust and emotional resilienceThe role of voice, authenticity, and boundaries in creating inner safetyPractical grounding and self-regulation tools for navigating difficult situationsJournaling prompts are suggested to further your exploration. Where in my life do I tend to close down or hold back in order to feel safe?What situations invite me to practice using my voice more fully and authentically?How does my nervous system respond when I feel emotionally or psychologically unsafe?What helps me stay grounded, calm, and connected to myself in challenging moments?What might become possible if I trusted myself enough to stay open instead of retreating?Host/Cohost/Guest InfoGuiding others to become effective leaders of their own lives, Laurel Holland has been on a journey of awakening and transformation throughout her life. Writing about inner work, Laurel has authored four books, including Crossroads and Love's 8 Laws. Her books, Live Your Inner Power, the Journal, and Courageous Woman, introduce, share, and explore the eight foundational practices for creating transformation from the inside out. Through her books, programs, and innovative talks, Laurel's great desire is to lift others up and courageously step into the life they came here to live. You can learn more about Laurel, her books, and work she does at www.liveyourinnerpower.com.Laurel Boivin is a leadership coach, speaker, and workshop facilitator. Founder of Flux+Flow Professional Coaching, Laurel works with high-performing professionals and mission-driven organizations to shift from achievement to alignment — helping them connect deeply to purpose, lead with confidence, and create environments where people thrive.  A Reiki master and yoga practitioner, collector of sea glass and antiques, she lives in New Hampshire and summers in Maine.  You can learn more about Laurel and the work she does at www.fluxflowcoaching.com.The email to send questions to Laurel Boivin is ⁠laurel@fluxflowcoaching.com⁠ and for Laurel Holland - ⁠laurel@liveyourinnerpower.com⁠

In this episode of the Beautiful Work Beautiful Life, co-hosts Laurel Holland and Laurel Boivin explore the deeply personal journey of self-trust, trusting life, and what it truly takes to keep a dream alive. Through honest storytelling and reflection, they unpack how self-doubt, old patterns, people-pleasing, and fear can quietly disconnect us from the dreams we most deeply desire.Laurel Boivin shares the vulnerable and inspiring story of finally moving back to New Hampshire's seacoast after holding the dream for more than 15 years — and the inner work required to stop abandoning her own desires in order to keep others comfortable. Together, the Laurels discuss how dreams often require courage, discomfort, trust, and a willingness to act differently in order to create different outcomes.The conversation weaves together themes of worthiness, divine timing, subconscious patterns, emotional awareness, and the importance of holding onto what matters, even when the path forward is unclear. Listeners are reminded that if a dream lives within them, it may very well be meant for them; and that keeping a dream alive begins with honoring it, believing in it, and trusting themselves enough to carry it forward.Episode HighlightsExploring the connection between self-trust, trust in life, and the courage to pursue meaningful dreamsLaurel Boivin's personal story of holding onto a 15-year dream of moving back to the seacoastHow people-pleasing, self-doubt, and old identity patterns can keep us disconnected from what we truly wantThe importance of asking: What do I want, why do I want it, and am I willing to act differently to support it?A powerful reminder that dreams often unfold through divine timing, inner work, and self-kindness rather than force or certaintyJournaling prompts are suggested to further your exploration. What is the dream I keep carrying inside myself?Why do I want this dream?What would it look like to hold my dream without forcing the outcome?Where have I been abandoning my own desires to keep other people comfortable?What patterns or behaviors might I need to interrupt in order to create a different outcome?What do I say I want but struggle to fully believe I deserve?How might self-doubt be shaping the way I look at my life or decisions?What would it look like to organize my life toward what I truly want?What dream have I picked up and put down repeatedly over the years?If I believed I was worthy of my dream, how would I act differently?Host/Cohost/Guest InfoGuiding others to become effective leaders of their own lives, Laurel Holland has been on a journey of awakening and transformation throughout her life. Writing about inner work, Laurel has authored four books, including Crossroads and Love's 8 Laws. Her books, Live Your Inner Power, the Journal, and Courageous Woman, introduce, share, and explore the eight foundational practices for creating transformation from the inside out. Through her books, programs, and innovative talks, Laurel's great desire is to lift others up and courageously step into the life they came here to live. You can learn more about Laurel, her books, and work she does at www.liveyourinnerpower.com.Laurel Boivin is a leadership coach, speaker, and workshop facilitator. Founder of Flux+Flow Professional Coaching, Laurel works with high-performing professionals and mission-driven organizations to shift from achievement to alignment — helping them connect deeply to purpose, lead with confidence, and create environments where people thrive.  A Reiki master and yoga practitioner, collector of sea glass and antiques, she lives in New Hampshire and summers in Maine. You can learn more about Laurel and the work she does at www.fluxflowcoaching.com.The email to send questions to Laurel Boivin is laurel@fluxflowcoaching.com and for Laurel Holland - laurel@liveyourinnerpower.com

In this episode of Beautiful Work Beautiful Life, co-hosts Laurel Holland and Laurel Boivin explore what it means to live with greater trust in the face of life's uncertainty and unpredictability. Through honest reflection and personal stories, they discuss the tension between wanting control and learning to loosen our grip on how life “should” unfold.The conversation explores how unexpected experiences — both painful and beautiful — can become opportunities for growth, self-awareness, and deeper trust in ourselves and in life itself. Laurel and Laurel also reflect on the role of inner work, emotional awareness, spirituality, and curiosity in helping us navigate change with greater resilience and openness.Listeners are invited to consider how they respond when life takes an unexpected turn, and how developing new inner resources, self-trust, and compassionate self-awareness can transform the way they move through uncertainty.In This EpisodeWhy life's unexpected turns often become our greatest teachersThe illusion of control and learning to loosen our gripHow trust, spirituality, and inner work are connectedUsing curiosity instead of reactivity during difficult momentsThe role of emotional awareness in navigating uncertaintyJournaling prompts are suggested to further your exploration. Do you struggle with feeling like you should have things under control?When things don't go as planned, how do you typically respond?How do you learn to go with the flow of life and loosen your grip on the reins?What does trusting life actually mean to you?Do you trust life? Is your behavior truly aligned with what you say you believe?What emotion is underneath your reaction to difficult or unexpected situations?What verbal cues or grounding phrases could help you respond differently when you feel emotionally reactive?How might the unexpected parts of your life be redirecting you toward something better?What would it look like to trust yourself more deeply during uncertainty? Host/Cohost/Guest InfoGuiding others to become effective leaders of their own lives, Laurel Holland has been on a journey of awakening and transformation throughout her life. Writing about inner work, Laurel has authored four books, including Crossroads and Love's 8 Laws. Her books, Live Your Inner Power, the Journal, and Courageous Woman, introduce, share, and explore the eight foundational practices for creating transformation from the inside out. Through her books, programs, and innovative talks, Laurel's great desire is to lift others up and courageously step into the life they came here to live. You can learn more about Laurel, her books, and work she does at www.liveyourinnerpower.com.Laurel Boivin is a leadership coach, speaker, and workshop facilitator. Founder of Flux+Flow Professional Coaching, Laurel works with high-performing professionals and mission-driven organizations to shift from achievement to alignment — helping them connect deeply to purpose, lead with confidence, and create environments where people thrive.  A Reiki master and yoga practitioner, collector of sea glass and antiques, she lives in New Hampshire and summers in Maine.  You can learn more about Laurel and the work she does at www.fluxflowcoaching.com.The email to send questions to Laurel Boivin is laurel@fluxflowcoaching.com and for Laurel Holland - laurel@liveyourinnerpower.com

In this episode of Beautiful Work Beautiful Life, co-host Laurel Boivin explores a question many of us wrestle with during times of uncertainty: Can we trust life?Drawing from personal experience, reflections on unexpected life detours, and lessons learned through coaching others, Laurel examines the difference between trust and certainty, and why our desire for certainty can often keep us stuck. She invites listeners to consider whether trust is less about knowing what will happen and more about our willingness to continue participating in life despite uncertainty.Along the way, Laurel explores the relationship between trust and faith, reflects on how unexpected experiences often shape our lives in meaningful ways, and offers practical ways to cultivate greater trust through self-trust, presence, curiosity, and small forward steps.This episode is a gentle reminder that while life rarely offers guarantees, we may not need certainty to move forward. We may simply need the willingness to stay open, take the next step, and trust ourselves to meet whatever comes next.Episode highlights:Why trust and certainty are not the same thing—and how confusing the two can keep us stuck.The difference between trust and faith, and why both matter during times of uncertainty.How unexpected detours often become some of life's most meaningful chapters.Why trusting life begins with trusting yourself.Three practical ways to strengthen trust: staying present, taking the next step, and remaining open to possibility.Journaling prompts are suggested to further your exploration. Can we trust life?What parts of your life today were planned, and what parts of your life today happened unexpectedly?How much of your life today was part of your original plan, and how much was an unexpected surprise or detour?What is actually true right here, right now, in this moment?Where in your life are you looking for certainty, and where might life be inviting—or nudging—you to trust the present moment?Host/Cohost/Guest InfoGuiding others to become effective leaders of their own lives, Laurel Holland has been on a journey of awakening and transformation throughout her life. Writing about inner work, Laurel has authored four books, including Crossroads and Love's 8 Laws. Her books, Live Your Inner Power, the Journal, and Courageous Woman, introduce, share, and explore the eight foundational practices for creating transformation from the inside out. Through her books, programs, and innovative talks, Laurel's great desire is to lift others up and courageously step into the life they came here to live. You can learn more about Laurel, her books, and work she does at www.liveyourinnerpower.com.Laurel Boivin, life coach and founder of Flux+Flow Professional Coaching, helps high-performing professionals overcome overwhelm and disillusionment by increasing self-awareness and shifting perspective to improve performance, increase personal contribution, and experience a greater sense of fulfillment and purpose. Laurel began coaching after a 30-year corporate career.  A Reiki master and yoga practitioner, collector of sea glass and antiques, she lives in New Hampshire and summers in Maine.  You can learn more about Laurel and the work she does at www.fluxflowcoaching.com.The email to send questions to Laurel Boivin is laurel@fluxflowcoaching.com and for Laurel Holland - laurel@liveyourinnerpower.com

In this episode of the Beautiful Work Beautiful Life, Laurel Boivin explores what it means to reclaim your voice as an ongoing practice. Moving beyond awareness alone, she shares how using your voice requires intentional action, small moments of honesty, and the willingness to stay connected to yourself even through discomfort.Through personal stories, reflections on relationships and visibility, and practical guidance, Laurel explains how many people learn to hold back their truth in order to stay safe, agreeable, or accepted. She offers compassionate encouragement for listeners who are learning to interrupt old patterns, build self-trust, and express themselves more honestly in conversations, relationships, and leadership.This episode is an invitation to practice reclaiming your voice one small step at a time — not through perfection or dramatic change, but through presence, awareness, courage, and authenticity.In This EpisodeWhy awareness alone is not enough to create changeThe connection between voice, self-trust, and authenticityHow people learn to become agreeable, accommodating, or silentThree practical ways to begin reclaiming your voiceStaying connected to yourself through discomfort and uncertaintyJournaling prompts are suggested to further your exploration. Where in my life have I learned to hold back my voice?What automatic responses or patterns do I notice in conversations?What truths, opinions, or feelings have I been hesitant to express?Where might I benefit from pausing before automatically responding?What would it look like to practice using my voice in small, safe ways?How do I typically respond to discomfort when expressing myself honestly?What opportunities in my life might be inviting me to step more fully into my voice?What does reclaiming my voice mean for me personally right now?Host/Cohost/Guest InfoGuiding others to become effective leaders of their own lives, Laurel Holland has been on a journey of awakening and transformation throughout her life. Writing about inner work, Laurel has authored four books, including Crossroads and Love's 8 Laws. Her books, Live Your Inner Power, the Journal, and Courageous Woman, introduce, share, and explore the eight foundational practices for creating transformation from the inside out. Through her books, programs, and innovative talks, Laurel's great desire is to lift others up and courageously step into the life they came here to live. You can learn more about Laurel, her books, and work she does at www.liveyourinnerpower.com.Laurel Boivin is a leadership coach, speaker, and workshop facilitator. Founder of Flux+Flow Professional Coaching, Laurel works with high-performing professionals and mission-driven organizations to shift from achievement to alignment — helping them connect deeply to purpose, lead with confidence, and create environments where people thrive.  A Reiki master and yoga practitioner, collector of sea glass and antiques, she lives in New Hampshire and summers in Maine.  You can learn more about Laurel and the work she does at www.fluxflowcoaching.com.The email to send questions to Laurel Boivin is laurel@fluxflowcoaching.com and for Laurel Holland - laurel@liveyourinnerpower.com

In this episode of Beautiful Work Beautiful Life, cohosts Laurel Boivin and Laurel Holland explore how our voice, both spoken and unspoken, can quietly shape the course of our lives. Through personal stories and reflective dialogue, they uncover how early conditioning, family dynamics, and unexpressed emotions can limit self-expression and keep us from fully stepping into who we are.The conversation invites listeners to reconnect with their authentic voice as a pathway to clarity, confidence, and self-trust. By examining what was once silenced, practicing safe expression, and speaking desires out loud, listeners are encouraged to move toward greater alignment between who they are and the life they want to create. Ultimately, this episode is a gentle but powerful reminder: your voice is not just a tool for communication, it is a gateway to transformation. You'll hear these highlights and moreHow conditioning shapes your voiceThe cost of staying silentSpeaking your desires out loudFinding safe spaces to expressBuilding trust in your voiceJournaling prompts are suggested to further your exploration. What were you allowed to talk about—and not talk about—growing up?How did your parents or caregivers respond to the way you expressed yourself?Which parts or “qualities” of your voice do you use often—and which do you avoid?Where in your life are you not getting what you want—and what role might your voice be playing in that?Are you speaking out loud about what you want, or keeping it inside?What do you want most right now—and can you write it down and say it out loud to yourself?Host/Cohost/Guest InfoGuiding others to become effective leaders of their own lives, Laurel Holland has been on a journey of awakening and transformation throughout her life. Writing about inner work, Laurel has authored four books, including Crossroads and Love's 8 Laws. Her books, Live Your Inner Power, the Journal, and Courageous Woman, introduce, share, and explore the eight foundational practices for creating transformation from the inside out. Through her books, programs, and innovative talks, Laurel's great desire is to lift others up and courageously step into the life they came here to live. You can learn more about Laurel, her books, and work she does at www.liveyourinnerpower.com.Laurel Boivin is a leadership coach, speaker, and workshop facilitator. Founder of Flux+Flow Professional Coaching, Laurel works with high-performing professionals and mission-driven organizations to shift from achievement to alignment — helping them connect deeply to purpose, lead with confidence, and create environments where people thrive.  A Reiki master and yoga practitioner, collector of sea glass and antiques, she lives in New Hampshire and summers in Maine.  You can learn more about Laurel and the work she does at www.fluxflowcoaching.com.The email to send questions to Laurel Boivin is laurel@fluxflowcoaching.com and for Laurel Holland - laurel@liveyourinnerpower.com

​​In this episode of Beautiful Work Beautiful Life, host Laurel Holland sits down with voice teacher, author, and songwriter Barbara McAfee for a powerful, experiential exploration of voice as a pathway to confidence, embodiment, and inner power.Together, they unpack how our voices are shaped by culture, conditioning, and lived experience—and how reclaiming the full voice can unlock clarity, presence, and self-expression. Barbara introduces her Five Element Voices framework (earth, fire, water, metal, air), offering listeners a fresh lens for understanding communication, leadership, and authenticity.This conversation is both deeply compassionate and playfully practical—an invitation to stop fixing your voice and start befriending it.In this episode, you'll hear:Why voice is not just communication—but manifestationHow conditioning and trauma shape which parts of our voice are “available”The Five Element Voices and what each reveals about power and presenceWhy confidence grows through practice, not perfectionHow play, sound, and experimentation restore wholenessWhat it means to trust the intelligence of your voiceJournaling prompts are suggested to further your exploration. What is my story about my voice?Which element of voice feels most familiar to me right now?Which voice feels least accessible—or most uncomfortable?Where might I be confusing “authenticity” with habit or conditioning?What part of my voice might be waiting for permission to return?Links/Books mentioned - Barbara's website - www.barbaramcafee.com , Barbara's email - barbara@barbaramcafee.comBarbara's TED talk - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ze763kgrWGgBarbara's original song “Yes” - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I1HIPsvFgTI&list=RDI1HIPsvFgTI&start_radio=1The email to send questions to Laurel Boivin is laurel@fluxflowcoaching.com and for Laurel Holland - laurel@liveyourinnerpower.comHost/Cohost/Guest InfoGuiding others to become effective leaders of their own lives, Laurel Holland has been on a journey of awakening and transformation throughout her life. Writing about inner work, Laurel has authored four books, including Crossroads and Love's 8 Laws. Her books, Live Your Inner Power, the Journal, and Courageous Woman, introduce, share, and explore the eight foundational practices for creating transformation from the inside out. Through her books, programs, and innovative talks, Laurel's great desire is to lift others up and courageously step into the life they came here to live. You can learn more about Laurel, her books, and work she does at www.liveyourinnerpower.com.Laurel Boivin is a leadership coach, speaker, and workshop facilitator. Founder of Flux+Flow Professional Coaching, Laurel works with high-performing professionals and mission-driven organizations to shift from achievement to alignment — helping them connect deeply to purpose, lead with confidence, and create environments where people thrive.  A Reiki master and yoga practitioner, collector of sea glass and antiques, she lives in New Hampshire and summers in Maine.  You can learn more about Laurel and the work she does at www.fluxflowcoaching.com.Barbara McAfee is a master voice coach, author, keynote speaker, and singer/songwriter who merges lessons from 12 years in organization development with the transformative power of sound. Her bestselling book, Full Voice, is based on her 30+ years as a voice coach, supporting people from many professions to find their voice, whatever that means to them. Her new audiobook, Vocal Intelligence, came out in 2025. Since 2013 she has been training others to carry the sacred work of “midwifing voices” into full expression. Her approach shifts the way people think about and use their voices forever. Barbara has produced nine recordings of mostly original music and is founder of the Morning Star Singers, a volunteer comfort choir in the Twin Cities.

In this episode of Beautiful Work Beautiful Life, Laurel Boivin invites you into a deeper exploration of what it really means to find your voice. Through relatable, everyday moments like leaving a conversation wishing you had said more, she uncovers the subtle ways we hold back our truth to avoid conflict, maintain harmony, or meet expectations.Laurel reframes voice as more than communication. She offers a compassionate look at why we learn to hold our voice, the cost of doing so, and how to begin reconnecting with it through awareness and small, intentional moments of honesty. In This EpisodeWhy we learn to hold back our voiceThe emotional and physical cost of silenceVoice as a reflection of self-trustHow misalignment shows up in everyday momentsReconnecting with your voice through awarenessJournaling prompts are suggested to further your exploration. Where in my life do I tend to hold back my voice or stay quiet?What do I notice in myself when that happens?What am I trying to manage or protect in those moments?What feels true for me right now, even if I'm not ready to say it out loud yet? Host/Cohost/Guest InfoGuiding others to become effective leaders of their own lives, Laurel Holland has been on a journey of awakening and transformation throughout her life. Writing about inner work, Laurel has authored four books, including Crossroads and Love's 8 Laws. Her books, Live Your Inner Power, the Journal, and Courageous Woman, introduce, share, and explore the eight foundational practices for creating transformation from the inside out. Through her books, programs, and innovative talks, Laurel's great desire is to lift others up and courageously step into the life they came here to live. You can learn more about Laurel, her books, and work she does at www.liveyourinnerpower.com.Laurel Boivin is a leadership coach, speaker, and workshop facilitator. Founder of Flux+Flow Professional Coaching, Laurel works with high-performing professionals and mission-driven organizations to shift from achievement to alignment — helping them connect deeply to purpose, lead with confidence, and create environments where people thrive.  A Reiki master and yoga practitioner, collector of sea glass and antiques, she lives in New Hampshire and summers in Maine.  You can learn more about Laurel and the work she does at www.fluxflowcoaching.com.The email to send questions to Laurel Boivin is laurel@fluxflowcoaching.com and for Laurel Holland - laurel@liveyourinnerpower.com

In this episode of Beautiful Work Beautiful Life, Laurel Boivin brings the conversation on alignment full circle by exploring what it actually feels like to be out of alignment, and what to do when you notice it.Rather than dramatic moments, misalignment often shows up quietly: subtle tension, lingering fatigue, disconnection, or a sense that you're moving through life on autopilot.This episode offers a compassionate and practical approach to reconnecting with yourself, without needing to overhaul your entire life. Through awareness, pause, honesty, and small intentional shifts, Laurel reminds us that alignment isn't something we achieve once, t's something we return to, again and again.Listeners will hearHow misalignment quietly shows up in your body, energy, and daily lifeWhy feeling “off” isn't a problem, but a signal worth listening toA simple four-step process to come back into alignmentThe power of awareness, pause, and honest self-reflectionHow small, intentional shifts create meaningful realignmentJournaling prompts are suggested to further your exploration: Where in my life do I feel slightly out of alignment right now?What is one small step I can take to move toward alignment?Is there a boundary that needs strengthening or attention?Is there a value that I am overlooking?Host/Cohost/Guest InfoGuiding others to become effective leaders of their own lives, Laurel Holland has been on a journey of awakening and transformation throughout her life. Writing about inner work, Laurel has authored four books, including Crossroads and Love's 8 Laws. Her books, Live Your Inner Power, the Journal, and Courageous Woman, introduce, share, and explore the eight foundational practices for creating transformation from the inside out. Through her books, programs, and innovative talks, Laurel's great desire is to lift others up and courageously step into the life they came here to live. You can learn more about Laurel, her books, and work she does at www.liveyourinnerpower.com.Laurel Boivin is a leadership coach, speaker, and workshop facilitator. Founder of Flux+Flow Professional Coaching, Laurel works with high-performing professionals and mission-driven organizations to shift from achievement to alignment — helping them connect deeply to purpose, lead with confidence, and create environments where people thrive.  A Reiki master and yoga practitioner, collector of sea glass and antiques, she lives in New Hampshire and summers in Maine.  You can learn more about Laurel and the work she does at www.fluxflowcoaching.com.The email to send questions to Laurel Boivin is laurel@fluxflowcoaching.com and for Laurel Holland - laurel@liveyourinnerpower.com

In this episode, cohosts Laurel Holland and Laurel Boivin explore why living in alignment is more complex, and more transformative, than it initially appears. They unpack the internal systems that must come into alignment (values, beliefs, behaviors, and identity), and how misalignment often shows up as resistance, control, or feeling stuck. Through personal stories and coaching insights, they illustrate how conditioning, self-worth, and unconscious beliefs can quietly shape our choices. Ultimately, this conversation invites listeners to approach alignment as an ongoing, evolving practice—one rooted in self-honesty, curiosity, and the courage to live in deeper truth. In This EpisodeWhy alignment often feels harder than expectedSigns you may be living out of alignmentHow values and beliefs shape your experienceThe role of conditioning in keeping you stuckWhy self-worth impacts what you allow in your lifeUsing values as a filter for decisionsJournaling prompts are suggested to further your exploration. Where in my life does things feel forced, resistant, or out of flow?What do I say I want—and am I truly acting in alignment with that?What beliefs might be underneath the places I feel stuck?Which of my values are currently being honored… and which are not?What conditioning or old patterns might I be ready to release?Host/Cohost/Guest InfoGuiding others to become effective leaders of their own lives, Laurel Holland has been on a journey of awakening and transformation throughout her life. Writing about inner work, Laurel has authored four books, including Crossroads and Love's 8 Laws. Her books, Live Your Inner Power, the Journal, and Courageous Woman, introduce, share, and explore the eight foundational practices for creating transformation from the inside out. Through her books, programs, and innovative talks, Laurel's great desire is to lift others up and courageously step into the life they came here to live. You can learn more about Laurel, her books, and work she does at www.liveyourinnerpower.com.Laurel Boivin is a leadership coach, speaker, and workshop facilitator. Founder of Flux+Flow Professional Coaching, Laurel works with high-performing professionals and mission-driven organizations to shift from achievement to alignment — helping them connect deeply to purpose, lead with confidence, and create environments where people thrive.  A Reiki master and yoga practitioner, collector of sea glass and antiques, she lives in New Hampshire and summers in Maine.  You can learn more about Laurel and the work she does at www.fluxflowcoaching.com.The email to send questions to Laurel Boivin is laurel@fluxflowcoaching.com and for Laurel Holland - laurel@liveyourinnerpower.com

In this episode of Beautiful Work Beautiful Life, Laurel is joined by nurse wellness coach Kristen Reed, founder of Nursing Your Way to Wellness, for a deeply human conversation about healing, alignment, and trusting the quiet nudges that reshape a life.Kristen shares her journey from years on the front lines of hospital care to building a whole-person wellness practice, shaped by two life-altering accidents, profound recovery seasons, and an unwavering commitment to listening inward. Together, Laurel and Kristen explore what it really means to live in alignment: not as perfection or linear growth, but as integrity between body, values, purpose, and care for self.This is a conversation about stillness as medicine, boundaries for people who love their work, and the courage it takes to let go of what no longer fits — even when it once mattered deeply.In this episode, you'll hear:How major life disruptions can become portals to clarity, healing, and purposeWhat “living in alignment” looks like in real life, especially for caregivers and helpersWhy stillness, sensory rest, and nervous system awareness are essential inner-work practicesHow to trust the nudge toward change, take small aligned action, and release self-betraying storiesPoem mentioned:Please have me go where you'd have me go. Do what you have me do. Say what you'd have me say.Please use me in service to my highest good, in service and love. I am ready and willing to allow my full connection to my spirit. I am no longer burdened by what I have left behind.Heaven above me and Earth below me, support me on my way.Host/Cohost/Guest InfoGuiding others to become effective leaders of their own lives, Laurel Holland has been on a journey of awakening and transformation throughout her life. Writing about inner work, Laurel has authored four books, including Crossroads and Love's 8 Laws. Her books, Live Your Inner Power, the Journal, and Courageous Woman, introduce, share, and explore the eight foundational practices for creating transformation from the inside out. Through her books, programs, and innovative talks, Laurel's great desire is to lift others up and courageously step into the life they came here to live. You can learn more about Laurel, her books, and work she does at www.liveyourinnerpower.com.Laurel Boivin is a leadership coach, speaker, and workshop facilitator. Founder of Flux+Flow Professional Coaching, Laurel works with high-performing professionals and mission-driven organizations to shift from achievement to alignment — helping them connect deeply to purpose, lead with confidence, and create environments where people thrive.  A Reiki master and yoga practitioner, collector of sea glass and antiques, she lives in New Hampshire and summers in Maine.  You can learn more about Laurel and the work she does at www.fluxflowcoaching.com.Kristen Reed is a registered nurse, nationally certified health and wellness coach, and the founder of Nursing Your Way to Wellness. With 17 years of experience in bedside nursing at leading hospitals, including Brigham & Women's Hospital, Kristen brings deep clinical insight to her whole-person approach to health. Her work is rooted in helping women understand their bodies, regulate stress, and build sustainable habits that support energy, balance, and wellbeing. Kristen blends evidence-based health coaching with a compassionate, human-centered lens shaped by her own healing journey. She is passionate about empowering women—especially in midlife—to feel confident, informed, and aligned in their health and lives. You can learn more about Kristen and the work she does at www.nursingyourwaytowellness.com.The email to send questions to Laurel Boivin is ⁠laurel@fluxflowcoaching.com⁠ and for Laurel Holland is ⁠laurel@liveyourinnerpower.com⁠.

What does it really mean to live in alignment, and how do you know when you're not?In this episode, Laurel Boivin explores alignment as an internal experience of integrity — when your values, energy, body, and choices are no longer in conflict. Laurel shares her personal story of leaving a corporate role that once fit but no longer aligned with who she was becoming — and the grief, uncertainty, and courage that came with that decision. She also unpacks how misalignment shows up physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually, especially for capable people who are skilled at pushing through.This episode is an invitation to slow down, listen inward, and begin choosing what fits you now.Host/Cohost/Guest InfoGuiding others to become effective leaders of their own lives, Laurel Holland has been on a journey of awakening and transformation throughout her life. Writing about inner work, Laurel has authored four books, including Crossroads and Love's 8 Laws. Her books, Live Your Inner Power, the Journal, and Courageous Woman, introduce, share, and explore the eight foundational practices for creating transformation from the inside out. Through her books, programs, and innovative talks, Laurel's great desire is to lift others up and courageously step into the life they came here to live. You can learn more about Laurel, her books, and work she does at www.liveyourinnerpower.com.Laurel Boivin is a leadership coach, speaker, and workshop facilitator. Founder of Flux+Flow Professional Coaching, Laurel works with high-performing professionals and mission-driven organizations to shift from achievement to alignment — helping them connect deeply to purpose, lead with confidence, and create environments where people thrive.  A Reiki master and yoga practitioner, collector of sea glass and antiques, she lives in New Hampshire and summers in Maine.  You can learn more about Laurel and the work she does at www.fluxflowcoaching.com.The email to send questions to Laurel Boivin is laurel@fluxflowcoaching.com and for Laurel Holland - laurel@liveyourinnerpower.com

In this episode of Beautiful Work Beautiful Life, Laurel Boivin explores what it truly means to express your emotions with grace and confidence. Building on previous conversations about befriending emotions and developing inner strength, this episode focuses on giving your emotions a voice—without suppressing them or letting them spill out in ways you later regret.Laurel shares a simple, practical framework to help you communicate your emotions clearly, calmly, and respectfully. She also explores why so many of us struggle with emotional expression, how unexpressed emotions can lead to disconnection and resentment, and why learning this skill is essential for self-trust, healthy relationships, and sustainable leadership.This conversation invites you to move from holding or hiding your feelings to expressing them in a way that creates clarity, connection, and deeper alignment with yourself.Episode HighlightsWhy emotional expression is the natural completion of emotional processing—and what happens when we skip this stepThe difference between suppressing emotions, reacting impulsively, and expressing them with intention and clarityA simple 4-step practice to communicate emotions with grounded confidenceHow regulating your nervous system changes the quality of your conversations and relationshipsWhy expressing your emotions builds self-trust, reduces resentment, and creates more authentic connectionJournaling prompts suggested to further your exploration:Where in your life might there be an emotion that needs a voice?Is there something you've been feeling but holding back to keep others comfortable?How might it benefit you—and your relationships—if you expressed that emotion with care and clarity?Host/Cohost/Guest InfoGuiding others to become effective leaders of their own lives, Laurel Holland has been on a journey of awakening and transformation throughout her life. Writing about inner work, Laurel has authored four books, including Crossroads and Love's 8 Laws. Her books, Live Your Inner Power, the Journal, and Courageous Woman, introduce, share, and explore the eight foundational practices for creating transformation from the inside out. Through her books, programs, and innovative talks, Laurel's great desire is to lift others up and courageously step into the life they came here to live. You can learn more about Laurel, her books, and work she does at www.liveyourinnerpower.com.Laurel Boivin is a leadership coach, speaker, and workshop facilitator. Founder of Flux+Flow Professional Coaching, Laurel works with high-performing professionals and mission-driven organizations to shift from achievement to alignment — helping them connect deeply to purpose, lead with confidence, and create environments where people thrive.  A Reiki master and yoga practitioner, collector of sea glass and antiques, she lives in New Hampshire and summers in Maine.  You can learn more about Laurel and the work she does at www.fluxflowcoaching.com.The email to send questions to Laurel Boivin is laurel@fluxflowcoaching.com and for Laurel Holland - laurel@liveyourinnerpower.com

Laurel Holland and Laurel Boivin explore how inner strength is cultivated through our relationship with difficult emotions. Rather than avoiding or numbing hard feelings, they discuss how learning to sit with them builds emotional resilience and deep inner power.Through personal reflection and practical insights, the conversation highlights the idea of the “feeling muscle,” the importance of observing emotions without identifying as them, and why inner strength is an inside-out experience. This episode invites listeners to develop the awareness and fortitude needed to navigate life's challenges with greater presence, health, and confidence.In this episode, you'll hear:What it really means to manifest inner strength through emotional awareness rather than avoidanceHow building the “feeling muscle” allows you to sit with and outlast hard emotionsWhy numbing, distracting, or suppressing feelings can weaken us over timeSimple practices for observing emotions without becoming themThe difference between inner strength and external powerHow emotional resilience supports your ability to navigate life's biggest challengesJournaling prompts suggested to further your exploration. When a difficult feeling shows up, what do I usually do?What emotions do I tend to avoid or push away?How do I typically respond to myself when I'm experiencing a difficult emotion?What do I reach for when I don't want to feel what I'm feeling?What patterns do I notice in how I handle uncomfortable feelings?Links/Books mentionedThe Feeling Muscle: How to Sit With and Outlast Hard Feelings, by Jen Drummond RapkinDeath, by SadhguruThe email to send questions to Laurel Boivin is laurel@fluxflowcoaching.com and for Laurel Holland - laurel@liveyourinnerpower.comHost/Cohost/Guest InfoGuiding others to become effective leaders of their own lives, Laurel Holland has been on a journey of awakening and transformation throughout her life. Writing about inner work, Laurel has authored four books, including Crossroads and Love's 8 Laws. Her books, Live Your Inner Power, the Journal, and Courageous Woman, introduce, share, and explore the eight foundational practices for creating transformation from the inside out. Through her books, programs, and innovative talks, Laurel's great desire is to lift others up and courageously step into the life they came here to live. You can learn more about Laurel, her books, and work she does at www.liveyourinnerpower.com.Laurel Boivin is a leadership coach, speaker, and workshop facilitator. Founder of Flux+Flow Professional Coaching, Laurel works with high-performing professionals and mission-driven organizations to shift from achievement to alignment — helping them connect deeply to purpose, lead with confidence, and create environments where people thrive. A Reiki master and yoga practitioner, collector of sea glass and antiques, she lives in New Hampshire and summers in Maine. You can learn more about Laurel and the work she does at www.fluxflowcoaching.com.

In this episode of Beautiful Work Beautiful Life, host Laurel Holland sits down with naturopathic doctor and author Jenn Rapkin for a deeply human conversation about emotions, embodiment, and resilience. Jenn shares the inspiration behind her new book, The Feeling Muscle, and invites listeners to rethink their relationship with emotions—especially the hard ones we often try to avoid. Drawing from her personal journey with OCD, her clinical work, and body-based healing practices, Jenn explains why our thoughts don't always have our best interests at heart—and how reconnecting with the body can help us feel safer, steadier, and more grounded. This episode is a powerful reminder that feeling deeply is a strength , not a weakness. And when we build our “feeling muscle,” we expand our capacity to live more fully, authentically, and courageously.Highlights include: Why our thoughts don't always have our back—and how to stop letting them run the showHow emotional resilience is something we can practice and strengthenHow embodiment and mindfulness help interrupt anxiety, OCD, and intrusive thought patternsUnderstanding body armor—how we physically hold down emotions and how to release them gentlyThe importance of going slowly in healing and honoring your own timelineHow naming emotions and describing their physical sensations builds emotional intelligenceWhy avoiding hard feelings actually limits our lives—and how learning to feel them creates freedomThe often-overlooked practice of receiving positive emotions and complimentsHow compassion neutralizes and softens the inner critic to build self-trustJournaling prompts are suggested to further your exploration to gently support deepening your emotional awareness and resilience.Links/Books mentioned: The Feeling Muscle by Dr Jenn RapkinThe email to send questions to Laurel Boivin is laurel@fluxflowcoaching.com and for Laurel Holland - laurel@liveyourinnerpower.comHost/Cohost/Guest InfoGuiding others to become effective leaders of their own lives, Laurel Holland has been on a journey of awakening and transformation throughout her life. Writing about inner work, Laurel has authored four books, including Crossroads and Love's 8 Laws. Her books, Live Your Inner Power, the Journal, and Courageous Woman, introduce, share, and explore the eight foundational practices for creating transformation from the inside out. Through her books, programs, and innovative talks, Laurel's great desire is to lift others up and courageously step into the life they came here to live. You can learn more about Laurel, her books, and work she does at www.liveyourinnerpower.com.Laurel Boivin, life coach and founder of Flux+Flow Professional Coaching, helps high-performing professionals overcome overwhelm and disillusionment by increasing self-awareness and shifting perspective to improve performance, increase personal contribution, and experience a greater sense of fulfillment and purpose. Laurel began coaching after a 30-year corporate career.  A Reiki master and yoga practitioner, collector of sea glass and antiques, she lives in New Hampshire and summers in Maine.  You can learn more about Laurel and the work she does at www.fluxflowcoaching.com.Dr. Jenn Rapkin is a naturopathic physician, bodyworker, former dancer, and Frequent Feeler with more than 25 years of experience in mind-body and body-centered therapies. Her new book The Feeling Muscle chronicles her personal and professional transformation from physician to a shepherd of “feelings.” In her clinical practice, her bodywork table is a place to hold space for, validate, and give voice to her patients' inner felt emotion. She has had the good fortune in her life to balance deep and meaningful inner reflection with rich and interesting life experiences – from growing up on Nantucket Island, go-go dancing in the Guggenheim Museum, and living as an expat in Barcelona to raising two amazingly soulful and spirited children in Connecticut.

What if your emotions weren't problems to fix, but messengers inviting you into deeper self-awareness and resilience?In this episode of Beautiful Work Beautiful Life, Laurel Boivin explores what it means to befriend your emotions—a practice many of us were never taught but deeply need. Rather than treating emotions as obstacles to control or avoid, she invites listeners to see them as valuable messengers offering insight into our inner world.In this thoughtful conversation, Laurel shares how turning toward our emotions with curiosity instead of resistance expands our capacity to feel, process life's experiences more fully, and build resilience from the inside out.In This Episode:• The hidden costs of suppressing or avoiding feelings• How emotions function as messengers and sources of information• A simple four-step practice for befriending and processing emotions• Healthy ways to release emotional energy and build inner resilienceJournaling prompts are suggested to further your exploration. What feeling do I most often avoid?What do I tend to do instead of feeling that emotion?What healthy release practices are available to me when strong emotions arise?When have I experienced a difficult emotion and discovered that I could outlast it?What might change in my life if I approached my emotions with curiosity rather than judgment?Host/Cohost/Guest InfoGuiding others to become effective leaders of their own lives, Laurel Holland has been on a journey of awakening and transformation throughout her life. Writing about inner work, Laurel has authored four books, including Crossroads and Love's 8 Laws. Her books, Live Your Inner Power, the Journal, and Courageous Woman, introduce, share, and explore the eight foundational practices for creating transformation from the inside out. Through her books, programs, and innovative talks, Laurel's great desire is to lift others up and courageously step into the life they came here to live. You can learn more about Laurel, her books, and work she does at www.liveyourinnerpower.com.Laurel Boivin is a leadership coach, speaker, and workshop facilitator. Founder of Flux+Flow Professional Coaching, Laurel works with high-performing professionals and mission-driven organizations to shift from achievement to alignment — helping them connect deeply to purpose, lead with confidence, and create environments where people thrive.  A Reiki master and yoga practitioner, collector of sea glass and antiques, she lives in New Hampshire and summers in Maine.  You can learn more about Laurel and the work she does at www.fluxflowcoaching.com.The email to send questions to Laurel Boivin is ⁠laurel@fluxflowcoaching.com⁠ and for Laurel Holland - ⁠laurel@liveyourinnerpower.com⁠

In On the Other Side of Pain, Laurel Boivin explores pain as an inevitable part of the human experience—and a powerful catalyst for transformation when it is met with honesty, care, and time. Rather than bypassing or minimizing pain, this episode invites listeners to slow down, feel what needs to be felt, and trust the nonlinear process of healing.Laurel reflects on how pain lives in the body, why we are not meant to carry it alone, and what it means to be truly resourced while healing. From honoring grief and loss to choosing whether pain hardens or softens us, this conversation gently guides listeners toward the awareness, perspective, and compassion that often emerge on the other side of pain.This conversation focuses on: Why dismissing pain—or rushing to meaning—can slow healing rather than support itThe importance of allowing grief, loss, anger, and disappointment to be felt and honoredWhat it means to be “well resourced” while processing pain, and why support mattersHow pain can shape who we become without defining or diminishing usThe choice pain presents: hardening for protection or softening with awareness and compassionJournaling prompts are suggested to further your exploration. Who am I now, on the other side—or in the midst—of this experience?How has this experience changed my path, my priorities, or the way I see my life?What did I learn about myself during the healing and processing, not just from what happened?What knowledge, wisdom, or insight do I now carry that I didn't have before?Who might benefit from what I know now, and how might I share it in a human, grounded way?Where do I notice pain living in my body, and what might help me release or soften it?In what ways has pain clarified what truly matters to me?When I think about this experience, do I notice myself hardening or softening—and what choice feels most supportive right now?What beliefs, faith, or inner trust help me remember that my life is still unfolding?What feels different in me today, even if I don't feel “better”—and how can I honor that shift?Host/Cohost/Guest InfoGuiding others to become effective leaders of their own lives, Laurel Holland has been on a journey of awakening and transformation throughout her life. Writing about inner work, Laurel has authored four books, including Crossroads and Love's 8 Laws. Her books, Live Your Inner Power, the Journal, and Courageous Woman, introduce, share, and explore the eight foundational practices for creating transformation from the inside out. Through her books, programs, and innovative talks, Laurel's great desire is to lift others up and courageously step into the life they came here to live. You can learn more about Laurel, her books, and work she does at www.liveyourinnerpower.com.Laurel Boivin is a leadership coach, speaker, and workshop facilitator. Founder of Flux+Flow Professional Coaching, Laurel works with high-performing professionals and mission-driven organizations to shift from achievement to alignment — helping them connect deeply to purpose, lead with confidence, and create environments where people thrive.  A Reiki master and yoga practitioner, collector of sea glass and antiques, she lives in New Hampshire and summers in Maine.  You can learn more about Laurel and the work she does at www.fluxflowcoaching.com.The email to send questions to Laurel Boivin is laurel@fluxflowcoaching.com and for Laurel Holland - laurel@liveyourinnerpower.com

In this episode of Beautiful Work Beautiful Life, Laurel Boivin and Laurel Holland explore the deeply human—and often painful—habit of comparing ourselves to others. Together, they unpack how comparison is a mental activity rooted in storytelling, beliefs, and self-awareness, and how it can quietly shape our emotions, confidence, and life choices.Rather than treating comparison as something to eliminate entirely, the Laurels invite listeners to transform it, from a source of self-doubt to a pathway toward clarity, purpose, and self-trust. Through reflection, curiosity, and intentional inner work, comparison becomes information rather than judgment, and an invitation to create a life that truly fits you.In this episode, you'll hear:Why comparison creates emotional pain and how it subtly shapes our inner worldHow the stories and beliefs beneath comparison reinforce self-doubtWhat self-awareness makes possible when you notice comparison patternsHow to shift comparison from judgment into clarity, choice, and purposeJournaling prompts suggested to further your exploration: When do I most notice myself comparing to others, and what seems to trigger it?What story am I telling myself when I'm in comparison—and what belief might be underneath that story?Is comparison bringing me closer to the life I want, or getting in the way? How do I know?What do I think I want when I compare myself to someone else—and why do I want it?How might I meet the deeper feeling or need I'm seeking without needing the “thing” I'm comparing myself to?The email to send questions to Laurel Boivin is laurel@fluxflowcoaching.com and for Laurel Holland - laurel@liveyourinnerpower.comHost/Cohost/Guest InfoGuiding others to become effective leaders of their own lives, Laurel Holland has been on a journey of awakening and transformation throughout her life. Writing about inner work, Laurel has authored four books, including Crossroads and Love's 8 Laws. Her books, Live Your Inner Power, the Journal, and Courageous Woman, introduce, share, and explore the eight foundational practices for creating transformation from the inside out. Through her books, programs, and innovative talks, Laurel's great desire is to lift others up and courageously step into the life they came here to live. You can learn more about Laurel, her books, and work she does at www.liveyourinnerpower.com.Laurel Boivin is a leadership coach, speaker, and workshop facilitator. Founder of Flux+Flow Professional Coaching, Laurel works with high-performing professionals and mission-driven organizations to shift from achievement to alignment — helping them connect deeply to purpose, lead with confidence, and create environments where people thrive.  A Reiki master and yoga practitioner, collector of sea glass and antiques, she lives in New Hampshire and summers in Maine.  You can learn more about Laurel and the work she does at www.fluxflowcoaching.com.

In this deeply moving and honest conversation, Laurel Boivin sits down with Angela Whitten, a Maine mom who tragically lost her 18-year-old son, Trent, to suicide in June 2022.  Angela, executive director and co-founder of Stay; for Life, a Maine-based nonprofit supporting mental health awareness and suicide prevention, shares her journey of inner work, resilience, and purpose after the loss of her son.This episode offers both heartfelt storytelling and practical guidance, including how to start hard conversations about mental health, why warning signs aren't always visible, and how small acts of connection can remind people they are not alone.In this episode, you'll hear:*  What a “beautiful life” means when it's grounded in authenticity, nourishment, and relationship* How inner work and therapy helped Angela walk alongside depression, anxiety, and grief* The difference between reacting and responding—and why it matters in relationships* How Stay: For Life was born from loss and now supports mental health and suicide prevention* Why men's mental health needs intentional space, support, and community* Practical ways to start conversations when you're worried about someone* A powerful reminder that even in the darkest moments, light and purpose are still possibleThis episode includes discussion of suicide, grief, and mental health struggles. Please care for yourself as you listen. If you or someone you love needs support, call or text 988 (in the U.S.).Links/Books mentioned www.stayforlife.orgThe email to send questions to Laurel Boivin is laurel@fluxflowcoaching.com and for Laurel Holland - laurel@liveyourinnerpower.comHost/Cohost/Guest InfoGuiding others to become effective leaders of their own lives, Laurel Holland has been on a journey of awakening and transformation throughout her life. Writing about inner work, Laurel has authored four books, including Crossroads and Love's 8 Laws. Her books, Live Your Inner Power, the Journal, and Courageous Woman, introduce, share, and explore the eight foundational practices for creating transformation from the inside out. Through her books, programs, and innovative talks, Laurel's great desire is to lift others up and courageously step into the life they came here to live. You can learn more about Laurel, her books, and work she does at www.liveyourinnerpower.com.Laurel Boivin is a leadership coach, speaker, and workshop facilitator. Founder of Flux+Flow Professional Coaching, Laurel works with high-performing professionals and mission-driven organizations to shift from achievement to alignment — helping them connect deeply to purpose, lead with confidence, and create environments where people thrive. A Reiki master and yoga practitioner, collector of sea glass and antiques, she lives in New Hampshire and summers in Maine. You can learn more about Laurel and the work she does at www.fluxflowcoaching.com.Angela Whitten, Executive Director and Co-Founder of Stay; For Life, is a mother from Wells, Maine, who tragically lost her 18-year-old son, Trent, to suicide in June 2022. In response, she co-founded Stay; For Life, a 501c(3) nonprofit organization whose mission is to save lives by advocating for men's mental health and suicide prevention. Angela brings a deeply personal and unique perspective on the critical importance of supporting the mental well-being of our communities. In her work, she shares practical tools and resources that can help individuals navigate mental health challenges, both for themselves and when supporting others. You can learn more about Angela and Stay; For Life at www.stayforlife.org. You can follow Stay; For Life at https://www.instagram.com/stayforlife2022/.

In this episode of Beautiful Work Beautiful Life, host Laurel Boivin explores what it means for pain to become a portal—not because pain is good or required for growth, but because when we meet it with presence and support, it can open us to deeper awareness.Against the backdrop of collective uncertainty and emotional heaviness in the world, Laurel reflects on how personal and collective pain intersect. She names the many ways pain shows up—physically, emotionally, psychologically, relationally, and spiritually—and offers a compassionate reframe: sensitivity is not weakness, it's intelligence.Rather than numbing, fixing, or rushing to make meaning, Laurel invites listeners to pause. To listen. To shift their relationship with pain. Because when we meet pain with presence instead of pressure, we may discover it carries important information about what needs tending, what's out of alignment, and what matters most.This episode is a gentle reminder that you don't have to carry pain alone—and that support, boundaries, and self-compassion are powerful acts especially in uncertain times.Journaling prompts are suggested to further your exploration. Where is pain showing up in your life right now?How have you learned to relate to pain?What happens if you meet pain with presence instead of pressure?What does your pain seem to be asking of you?What would it feel like to stop carrying pain alone?Host/Cohost/Guest InfoGuiding others to become effective leaders of their own lives, Laurel Holland has been on a journey of awakening and transformation throughout her life. Writing about inner work, Laurel has authored four books, including Crossroads and Love's 8 Laws. Her books, Live Your Inner Power, the Journal, and Courageous Woman, introduce, share, and explore the eight foundational practices for creating transformation from the inside out. Through her books, programs, and innovative talks, Laurel's great desire is to lift others up and courageously step into the life they came here to live. You can learn more about Laurel, her books, and work she does at www.liveyourinnerpower.com.Laurel Boivin is a leadership coach, speaker, and workshop facilitator. Founder of Flux+Flow Professional Coaching, Laurel works with high-performing professionals and mission-driven organizations to shift from achievement to alignment — helping them connect deeply to purpose, lead with confidence, and create environments where people thrive.  A Reiki master and yoga practitioner, collector of sea glass and antiques, she lives in New Hampshire and summers in Maine.  You can learn more about Laurel and the work she does at www.fluxflowcoaching.com.The email to send questions to Laurel Boivin is ⁠laurel@fluxflowcoaching.com⁠ and for Laurel Holland - ⁠laurel@liveyourinnerpower.com

In this Beautiful Work Beautiful Life episode, host Laurel Boivin invites listeners to pause and check in with how the first month of the new year has actually felt. While fresh starts often bring motivation and momentum, they can also create pressure to push harder, do more, and stay productive.This episode offers a gentle reframe: ease isn't something we earn after working harder or reaching a future milestone. It begins with awareness, self-support, and compassion. Rather than forcing progress, noticing what drains or supports us can create more sustainable energy, clarity, and connection.Laurel invites listeners to consider a different way forward—one where ease exists alongside ambition, responsibility, and meaningful goals.Listeners will hear:Why the pressure of a new year can drain energy instead of creating momentumThe difference between discipline-driven effort and living with more easeHow constant over-efforting disconnects us from ourselves and what matters mostWhy ease begins with awareness, not action or fixingHow ease can coexist with ambition, responsibility, and meaningful goalsJournaling prompts are suggested to further your exploration. What comes up for you when you think about the word ease?Does ease feel possible in your life right now? Why or why not?In what ways do you believe you need to earn ease?Where in your life are you pushing harder than you need to?What feels harder than it needs to be right now?Where in your life does ease already exist?With whom do you feel the most ease?Which people, places, or commitments require extra effort or force from you?What currently drains your energy, and what fills it?What would bring more ease into your life right now?What would it look like to let ease exist alongside your ambition and responsibility?How might you pursue your goals without forcing or over-efforting?The email to send questions to Laurel Boivin is laurel@fluxflowcoaching.com and for Laurel Holland - laurel@liveyourinnerpower.comHost/Cohost/Guest InfoGuiding others to become effective leaders of their own lives, Laurel Holland has been on a journey of awakening and transformation throughout her life. Writing about inner work, Laurel has authored four books, including Crossroads and Love's 8 Laws. Her books, Live Your Inner Power, the Journal, and Courageous Woman, introduce, share, and explore the eight foundational practices for creating transformation from the inside out. Through her books, programs, and innovative talks, Laurel's great desire is to lift others up and courageously step into the life they came here to live. You can learn more about Laurel, her books, and work she does at www.liveyourinnerpower.com.Laurel Boivin is a leadership coach, speaker, and workshop facilitator. Founder of Flux+Flow Professional Coaching, Laurel works with high-performing professionals and mission-driven organizations to shift from achievement to alignment — helping them connect deeply to purpose, lead with confidence, and create environments where people thrive.  A Reiki master and yoga practitioner, collector of sea glass and antiques, she lives in New Hampshire and summers in Maine.  You can learn more about Laurel and the work she does at www.fluxflowcoaching.com.

In this episode of Beautiful Work Beautiful Life, Laurel Holland and Laurel Boivin invite listeners into a quieter, more contemplative kind of inner work—one that begins not with fixing or forcing, but with noticing. Through a thoughtful exploration of how our outer environments reflect our inner landscapes, they offer a powerful truth: what surrounds us is often a living mirror of what's happening within us.Rather than approaching our homes as projects to complete, this conversation reframes them as teachers. Each room, object, and surface becomes an invitation to reflect on relationship, energy, intention, and care for ourselves and for others. The Laurels explore how spaces can support connection or solitude, giving or receiving, nourishment or depletion, and how small, intentional changes can gently shift the way we live and relate.With stories drawn from family life, leadership, grief, memory, and meaning, this episode encourages listeners to slow down and listen to what their surroundings are quietly saying. It's a reminder that transformation doesn't require dramatic overhauls—only honesty, presence, and a willingness to tend to what truly matters.This is an invitation to create space, inside and out, for more clarity, connection, and beauty to emerge.In this episode:How your outer environment can mirror your inner worldThe connection between home, energy, and relationshipsGiving vs. receiving relationships—and how space supports bothWhy small, intentional changes create lasting transformationJournaling prompts are suggested to further your exploration. What do my surroundings tell me about my inner state of being?Where does my environment feel aligned with who I am right now?What in my space feels heavy, unresolved, or unfinished?Where do I feel most nourished or restored in my surroundings?What is one small change that would bring more ease or clarity?Links/Books mentionedThe email to send questions to Laurel Boivin is laurel@fluxflowcoaching.com and for Laurel Holland - laurel@liveyourinnerpower.comHost/Cohost/Guest InfoGuiding others to become effective leaders of their own lives, Laurel Holland has been on a journey of awakening and transformation throughout her life. Writing about inner work, Laurel has authored four books, including Crossroads and Love's 8 Laws. Her books, Live Your Inner Power, the Journal, and Courageous Woman, introduce, share, and explore the eight foundational practices for creating transformation from the inside out. Through her books, programs, and innovative talks, Laurel's great desire is to lift others up and courageously step into the life they came here to live. You can learn more about Laurel, her books, and work she does at www.liveyourinnerpower.com.Laurel Boivin, life coach and founder of Flux+Flow Professional Coaching, helps high-performing professionals overcome overwhelm and disillusionment by increasing self-awareness and shifting perspective to improve performance, increase personal contribution, and experience a greater sense of fulfillment and purpose. Laurel began coaching after a 30-year corporate career.  A Reiki master and yoga practitioner, collector of sea glass and antiques, she lives in New Hampshire and summers in Maine.  You can learn more about Laurel and the work she does at www.fluxflowcoaching.com.

Laurel Holland introduces Talor Stewart, creator of Conscious Home Design, and an architect from Vermont, to discuss how home design impacts personal life and relationships. This conversation emphasizes the importance of consciously designing your home with intention, which supports giving, receiving, and reciprocal relationships offering tips and strategies to put this practice into action.Talor highlights the significance of small changes, like adding plants and creating dedicated spaces, to enhance well-being. He references the Harvard Adult Happiness Study, which found that quality relationships are the biggest predictor of happiness and longevity, therefore focusing on this as an important part of the environment can reap great rewards. He also discusses Maslow's hierarchy of needs and the importance of designing spaces that support higher human needs, such as creativity and personal development. Talor offers a workbook and consultations to help individuals apply these principles in their homes.Journaling prompts are suggested to further your exploration. When I think about my home, how does it usually make me feel—and why?Which relationships in my life feel primarily giving, receiving, or reciprocal right now?If my home were intentionally designed to support my relationships, what would change first?Where in my home do I feel the most friction or tension?What is one small, intentional change I could make in my home that would gently support me in my day-to-day life?Links/Books mentioned - Conscious Home Design: The Guide to Living Your Best Life by Designing for Happiness, Health, and Relationship Success by Talor Stewart ⁠https://conscioushomedesign.com/⁠The email to send questions to Laurel Boivin is laurel@fluxflowcoaching.com and for Laurel Holland - laurel@liveyourinnerpower.com To connect with Talor visit https://conscioushomedesign.com/Host/Cohost/Guest InfoGuiding others to become effective leaders of their own lives, Laurel Holland has been on a journey of awakening and transformation throughout her life. Writing about inner work, Laurel has authored four books, including Crossroads and Love's 8 Laws. Her books, Live Your Inner Power, the Journal, and Courageous Woman, introduce, share, and explore the eight foundational practices for creating transformation from the inside out. Through her books, programs, and innovative talks, Laurel's great desire is to lift others up and courageously step into the life they came here to live. You can learn more about Laurel, her books, and work she does at liveyourinnerpower.comLaurel Boivin, life coach and founder of Flux+Flow Professional Coaching, helps high-performing professionals overcome overwhelm and disillusionment by increasing self-awareness and shifting perspective to improve performance, increase personal contribution, and experience a greater sense of fulfillment and purpose. Laurel began coaching after a 30-year corporate career.  A Reiki master and yoga practitioner, collector of sea glass and antiques, she lives in New Hampshire and summers in Maine.  You can learn more about Laurel and the work she does at www.fluxflowcoaching.com.Talor Stewart, creator of Conscious Home Design, begins with the belief that surroundings are much more than a backdrop; they are an active ingredient in a beautiful, intentional life. Whether it's designing kitchens for mindful meals, bedrooms that encourage true rest, or movement spaces that actually get used, he shows people how architectural details can empower their health, relationships, and personal purpose. His book and workbook, Conscious Home Design, as well as his online course materials distill these ideas for any family or space. Talor regularly consults nationwide and internationally for custom designs.

As we begin a new year, cohosts Laurel Holland and Laurel Boivin invite you to slow down, tune inward, and ask a powerful question: What would it look like to make your life easier?In this episode, they explore the idea of ease—not as a life without challenges, but as a gentler, more conscious way of meeting whatever life brings.This conversation isn't about fixing yourself or flipping a switch overnight. It's about beginning—softly, honestly, and with compassion—so your inner work can support a more beautiful, ease-filled life.You'll hear about:* The practice of “what's on top”—a simple yet grounding way to acknowledge what's on your mind without letting it run the show* Letting go of self-criticism around ease and redefining what it truly means to live with flow* How honoring divine timing can reduce force, pressure, and burnout* Real-life reflections on caring for the physical body, allowing priorities to unfold naturally, and trusting when things are “ready”* Choosing a Word of the Year (or phrase) as a touchstone for intention, clarity, and self-awareness* How structure and spaciousness can coexist—and why both matter* The role of embodiment and noticing how ease actually feels in your bodyThe episode closes with thoughtful journaling prompts to help you reflect on where life feels hard, where ease already exists, and how you might bring more grace, patience, and awareness into the year ahead.Journaling prompts:1. What's on top for me right now?2. Where do I want more ease in my life?3. What feels hard right now?4. Where do I already experience ease or flow in my life?5. How am I showing up differently where things feel easy versus where they feel hard?6. What does ease feel like in my body?7. How can I recreate that feeling of ease in places that feel challenging?8. What feels essential right now? What is not essential right now?9. What am I trying to force that might benefit from more space or time?10. What does “making my life easier” mean to me?11. Where do I believe things shouldn't be easy?12. How am I approaching this part of my life—through force or through ease?13. What am I being asked to trust right now?14. Where am I struggling to surrender to timing?15. Where do I crave more structure?16. Where do I need more spaciousness?17. What does un-busying my life look like for me?18. Who am I becoming in this season of my life?The email to send questions to Laurel Boivin is laurel@fluxflowcoaching.com and for Laurel Holland - laurel@liveyourinnerpower.comThe link to our private Facebook group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/beautifulworkbeautifullifeHost/Cohost/Guest InfoGuiding others to become effective leaders of their own lives, Laurel Holland has been on a journey of awakening and transformation throughout her life. Writing about inner work, Laurel has authored four books, including Crossroads and Love's 8 Laws. Her books, Live Your Inner Power, the Journal, and Courageous Woman, introduce, share, and explore the eight foundational practices for creating transformation from the inside out. Through her books, programs, and innovative talks, Laurel's great desire is to lift others up and courageously step into the life they came here to live. You can learn more about Laurel, her books, and work she does at www.liveyourinnerpower.com.Laurel Boivin, life coach and founder of Flux+Flow Professional Coaching, helps high-performing professionals overcome overwhelm and disillusionment by increasing self-awareness and shifting perspective to improve performance, increase personal contribution, and experience a greater sense of fulfillment and purpose. Laurel began coaching after a 30-year corporate career. A Reiki master and yoga practitioner, collector of sea glass and antiques, she lives in New Hampshire and summers in Maine. You can learn more about Laurel and the work she does at www.fluxflowcoaching.com.

In this end-of-year episode of Beautiful Work Beautiful Life, cohosts Laurel Holland and Laurel Boivin invite listeners into a deeper, more intimate look at their emotional lives. Rather than focusing on year-end accomplishments, this conversation turns inward toward the lived emotional landscape that shaped the year: grief, anger, fear, and joy. Together, Laurel and Laurel explore why emotions are such powerful messengers, how resistance keeps us from processing what we feel, and how building emotional capacity leads to a fuller, more connected life. You'll be gently guided to reflect honestly on how you felt this year, what those feelings revealed, and what emotional patterns are asking for attention as you step into a new season of growth. It's a spacious and soulful invitation to reconnect with yourself, and to design your year ahead from a place of deeper self-awareness. In this episode: * Why developing emotional awareness is essential to authentic living * Four foundational emotional “quadrants”: grief, anger, fear, and joy * The subtle but powerful role trust plays in your ability to feel joy * How to reflect on your emotional year — the highs, lows, and everything in between * Using your emotional inventory to guide the year ahead Your End-of-Year Emotional Inventory: Grief — What was lost, disappointing, or unprocessed? Anger — What boundaries need strengthening or revisiting? Fear — What held you back, protected you, or asked for healing? Joy — What delighted you, inspired you, or called you forward? Journaling prompts are suggested to further your exploration. 1. What losses or disappointments did I experience this year? 2. What sadness have I acknowledged — and what have I avoided? 3. How do I give myself space to sit with and feel my grief? 4. What “small” griefs or disappointments did I minimize or judge as “not a big deal”? 5. What am I angry about from this past year? 6. How is my anger serving me? 7. Where are boundaries needed, strengthened, or repaired? 8. What forgiveness work is calling to me — toward others or myself? 9. In what ways am I still blaming others instead of tending to my own inner work? 10. What did I feel afraid of this year, and how did that shape my choices? 11. When was fear trying to keep me safe — and when was it limiting my life? 12. Where do I feel anxiety, and what emotion might be underneath it (grief, anger, disappointment, etc.)? 13. How can I begin to build a more compassionate relationship with my fear? 14. What genuinely brought me joy or delight this year? 15. Where did I expect joy and not find it — and what does that reveal about my expectations or needs? 16. What gets in the way of me allowing or receiving joy? 17. Where do I need more trust — in myself, others, or life — to experience more joy? Links/Books mentioned: Theosophy: An Introduction to the Spiritual Processes in Human Life and in the Cosmos, by Rudolf Steiner, December 1, 1994 Previous Beautiful Work Beautiful Life episodes on: Transform Your Anger Into Loving Self-Kindness, December 18, 2023 How to Welcome Grief with Sue Burhoe, November 28, 2022 The email to send questions to Laurel Boivin is laurel@fluxflowcoaching.com and for Laurel Holland - laurel@liveyourinnerpower.com The link to our private Facebook group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/beautifulworkbeautifullife Host/Cohost/Guest Info: Guiding others to become effective leaders of their own lives, Laurel Holland has been on a journey of awakening and transformation throughout her life. Writing about inner work, Laurel has authored four books, including Crossroads and Love's 8 Laws. Her books, Live Your Inner Power, the Journal, and Courageous Woman, introduce, share, and explore the eight foundational practices for creating transformation from the inside out. Through her books, programs, and innovative talks, Laurel's great desire is to lift others up and courageously step into the life they came here to live. You can learn more about Laurel Holland at www.liveyourinnerpower.com. Laurel Boivin is a leadership coach, speaker, and workshop facilitator. Founder of Flux+Flow Professional Coaching, Laurel works with high-performing professionals and mission-driven organizations to shift from achievement to alignment — helping them connect deeply to purpose, lead with confidence, and create environments where people thrive. You can learn more about Laurel Boivin at www.fluxflowcoaching.com.

In this unfiltered and expansive conversation, cohosts Laurel Holland and Laurel Boivin explore the many ways a “call” can show up in your life. Inspired by their recent reflections on stretching beyond comfort zones and trusting what feels aligned, they share real-life moments when saying yes to something unplanned opened a completely new path. Together, they talk about how to recognize the clues that a calling is meant for you, why your analytical mind isn't always the best guide, and how spiritual, emotional, and embodied wisdom play a vital role in navigating your next step. You'll be encouraged to look back at the turning points that shaped you, honor the intuitive guidance that's emerging now, and stay open to the ways life is inviting you forward. This episode is a reminder to listen more deeply, both within yourself and in the unexpected opportunities that come your way, and to trust that each call is simply part of your becoming. In This Episode: How giving yourself permission to dream bigger can open doors you weren't expecting The ways callings can show up through invitations, opportunities, or moments that simply feel right, even if they weren't part of the plan How to sense the inner cues and quiet inner-knowing that help you discern when something is truly meant for you Why slowing down creates space to hear your intuition and reconnect with your deeper wisdom How looking back at past turning points can clarify how guidance has shown up for you in the past, and how it may arrive now and in the future Journaling prompts to further your exploration: When the call comes, would you know it's for you? How do you typically sense or feel a calling — emotionally, physically, intuitively, or energetically? When in your life have you taken a step that didn't make practical sense but felt right? Have you ever talked yourself out of something that felt like a calling? What held you back? What signals does your body give you when something is truly meant for you? Where in your life have you chosen the safer or more familiar path instead of the one that you were called to follow? How do you slow down enough to hear your intuition or inner guidance? When you look back, can you identify moments that felt guided or aligned in hindsight? How do you stay open to what's next, even when the last calling no longer feels like your final destination? What might be calling to you from within right now? Links/Books mentioned Slow Down and Greet Your Creative Genius with Pia Leichter https://www.liveyourinnerpower.com/podcasts/beautiful-work-beautiful-life/episodes/2149095866 The email to send questions to Laurel Boivin is laurel@fluxflowcoaching.com and for Laurel Holland - laurel@liveyourinnerpower.com The link to our private Facebook group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/beautifulworkbeautifullife Host/Cohost/Guest Info Guiding others to become effective leaders of their own lives, Laurel Holland has been on a journey of awakening and transformation throughout her life. Writing about inner work, Laurel has authored four books, including Crossroads and Love's 8 Laws. Her books, Live Your Inner Power, the Journal, and Courageous Woman, introduce, share, and explore the eight foundational practices for creating transformation from the inside out. Through her books, programs, and innovative talks, Laurel's great desire is to lift others up and courageously step into the life they came here to live. You can learn more about Laurel Holland at www.liveyourinnerpower.com. Laurel Boivin is a leadership coach, speaker, and workshop facilitator. Founder of Flux+Flow Professional Coaching, Laurel works with high-performing professionals and mission-driven organizations to shift from achievement to alignment — helping them connect deeply to purpose, lead with confidence, and create environments where people thrive. You can learn more about Laurel Boivin at www.fluxflowcoaching.com.

Laurel Boivin sits down with bestselling author, podcaster, and intuitive astrologer Molly McCord to explore astrology not as a belief system, but as a practical, compassionate language that helps us understand ourselves, navigate change, and trust our inner wisdom. Molly shares her journey from curious teenager to internationally respected astrologer, the tools that supported her through fear and visibility, and how astrology can help us to deepen self-acceptance, confidence, and purpose. Laurel and Molly talk about personal cycles, collective themes, and the power of community. Molly also offers simple ways for anyone curious about astrology to begin. This conversation feels like sitting down with two wise friends who remind you that you're not alone, you're not behind, and you are deeply supported by the universe you're part of. In this episode, we explore: Why astrology is an energy system of consciousness rather than a belief system How astrology can validate our lived experiences and support inner work Using cycles—like the New Moon and Mercury Retrograde—as supportive guides Learning to trust intuition and navigate fear when stepping into your purpose Making peace with your strengths, challenges, and soul patterns How collective astrology reflects global themes and why awareness matters Molly's journey to becoming an astrologer and the community that has grown around her work Simple, practical steps to get started with your own chart How aligning with cycles can help create a more beautiful, intentional life Journaling prompts are suggested to further your exploration: When did you first feel curious about something others didn't fully understand or value? What drew you toward it? Is there an area of your life where you feel a quiet pull or whisper calling you forward? What might it be asking of you? Which tools—journaling, nature, tapping, meditation, conversation—help you reconnect with yourself when you're moving through fear or uncertainty? Is there a part of your life that feels ready for a New Moon moment—a fresh start, a new intention, or a shift in direction? What parts of yourself have you judged or tried to change that might actually be invitations for compassion or acceptance? What strengths or passions have you tucked away because they weren't valued in your environment? How might you welcome them back? How does your intuition speak to you—and where do you tend to doubt it? What would trusting it look like this week? Where in your life do you feel most seen and understood? What kind of community helps you feel grounded, creative, and connected? Links/Books mentioned: McCord, Molly. Awakening Astrology: Five Key Planetary Energies for Personal Transformation, by Molly McCord, Hierophant Publishing, 2022. Soul Growth Astrology: A Workbook for Realizing Your Heart's True Desires, by Molly McCord. Hierophant Publishing, 2024. The email to send questions to Laurel Boivin is laurel@fluxflowcoaching.com and for Laurel Holland - laurel@liveyourinnerpower.com The link to our private Facebook group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/beautifulworkbeautifullife Host/Cohost/Guest Info Guiding others to become effective leaders of their own lives, Laurel Holland has been on a journey of awakening and transformation throughout her life. Writing about inner work, Laurel has authored four books, including Crossroads and Love's 8 Laws. Her books, Live Your Inner Power, the Journal, and Courageous Woman, introduce, share, and explore the eight foundational practices for creating transformation from the inside out. Through her books, programs, and innovative talks, Laurel's great desire is to lift others up and courageously step into the life they came here to live. You can learn more about Laurel Holland at www.liveyourinnerpower.com. Laurel Boivin is a leadership coach, speaker, and workshop facilitator. Founder of Flux+Flow Professional Coaching, Laurel works with high-performing professionals and mission-driven organizations to shift from achievement to alignment — helping them connect deeply to purpose, lead with confidence, and create environments where people thrive. You can learn more about Laurel Boivin at www.fluxflowcoaching.com.

Exploring inner wisdom as the quiet compass that brings clarity, steadiness, and deeper alignment, host Laurel Boivin invites listeners into a grounded conversation about reconnecting with the guidance that already lives within them. She shares how the most trustworthy direction often arises not from effort or analysis, but from spaciousness—those moments when we slow down enough to hear what's speaking beneath the surface. Drawing on the framework of four intelligences—heart, intuition, spirit, and mind—Laurel walks through how each one offers a different lens of insight. Through simple practices, reflective questions, and gentle examples, she helps listeners notice which aspects of their inner GPS feel clear, which feel quiet, and where they may be longing for connection or grounding. You'll be invited into a quiet self-check-in, a moment to sense what your heart is feeling, what your intuition is whispering, what meaning may be unfolding in your life, and what your mind already knows to be true. Laurel weaves these four intelligences together, revealing how they form a fuller, more reliable picture of your truth and your next steps. This episode is a spacious reminder that your deepest wisdom is available when you create room to notice it. It's an invitation to pause, listen, and trust the subtle signals guiding you toward a more aligned, intentional way of being. In this episode: The four intelligences that shape your inner guidance system How heart, intuition, spirit, and mind each offer distinct forms of wisdom Simple practices to reconnect with your inner GPS and deepen self-trust A gentle check-in to notice what your inner wisdom is revealing right now The email to send questions to Laurel Boivin is laurel@fluxflowcoaching.com and for Laurel Holland - laurel@liveyourinnerpower.com The link to our private Facebook group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/beautifulworkbeautifullife Host/Cohost/Guest Info Guiding others to become effective leaders of their own lives, Laurel Holland has been on a journey of awakening and transformation throughout her life. Writing about inner work, Laurel has authored four books, including Crossroads and Love's 8 Laws. Her books, Live Your Inner Power, the Journal, and Courageous Woman, introduce, share, and explore the eight foundational practices for creating transformation from the inside out. Through her books, programs, and innovative talks, Laurel's great desire is to lift others up and courageously step into the life they came here to live. You can learn more about Laurel Holland at www.liveyourinnerpower.com.Laurel Boivin is a leadership coach, speaker, and workshop facilitator. Founder of Flux+Flow Professional Coaching, Laurel works with high-performing professionals and mission-driven organizations to shift from achievement to alignment — helping them connect deeply to purpose, lead with confidence, and create environments where people thrive. You can learn more about Laurel Boivin at www.fluxflowcoaching.com.

Why do we meditate? There are many reasons, but sometimes it's because we want to know a self that exists beyond the body that carries us through our life's activities. To have a glimpse, or an experience, of sensing that you have moved beyond your form and into a space that feels more vast, more ethereal than body, is one of the gifts of meditation. In this guided meditation, you'll be invited to relax into and through the body, to let go, and to enter a space that feels like being more than your body. Music by Chris Collins accompanies the meditation. The email to send questions to Laurel Boivin is laurel@fluxflowcoaching.com and for Laurel Holland - laurel@liveyourinnerpower.com The link to our private Facebook group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/beautifulworkbeautifullife Host/Cohost/Guest Info Guiding others to become effective leaders of their own lives, Laurel Holland has been on a journey of awakening and transformation throughout her life. Writing about inner work, Laurel has authored four books, including Crossroads and Love's 8 Laws. Her books, Live Your Inner Power, the Journal, and Courageous Woman, introduce, share, and explore the eight foundational practices for creating transformation from the inside out. Through her books, programs, and innovative talks, Laurel's great desire is to lift others up and courageously step into the life they came here to live. You can learn more about Laurel Holland at www.liveyourinnerpower.com. Laurel Boivin is a leadership coach, speaker, and workshop facilitator. Founder of Flux+Flow Professional Coaching, Laurel works with high-performing professionals and mission-driven organizations to shift from achievement to alignment — helping them connect deeply to purpose, lead with confidence, and create environments where people thrive. You can learn more about Laurel Boivin at www.fluxflowcoaching.com.

Exploring rest as the fertile ground where insight, spaciousness, and possibility take root, host Laurel Boivin shares that the most inspired, aligned creativity grows out of restoration, not relentless effort. Drawing from Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith's framework in Sacred Rest, Laurel walks through several essential types of rest—physical, mental, emotional, spiritual, and creative—and reveals how each one replenishes a different facet of your inner world. Through relatable examples and simple daily practices, she gently guides listeners to notice where they're depleted, where their nervous system is asking for care, and where beauty or awe may be calling them back to themselves. You'll be invited into a quiet self check-in, a moment to pause and feel what's stirring beneath the surface—your body's fatigue, your mind's busyness, your emotional load, and the places where life may feel flat or disconnected. Laurel shares her own journey with sensory rest and how focusing on a single form of restoration created meaningful, cascading change in her life. This episode is a soft, spacious reminder that doing less often opens the door to deeper clarity, wider creativity, and a more aligned way of being. It's an invitation to choose one small act of rest this week and let it become a catalyst for your own renewal. In this episode: Why rest is foundational to meaningful creativity Five forms of rest that restore different parts of your inner landscape How depletion shows up physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually Simple practices to create more mental space, emotional honesty, and creative inspiration A guided check-in to reconnect with what your body, mind, and spirit need most right now Links/Books mentioned Sacred Rest: Recover Your Life, Renew Your Energy, Restore Your Sanity by Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith Rest Quiz: https://www.restquiz.com/ The email to send questions to Laurel Boivin is laurel@fluxflowcoaching.com and for Laurel Holland - laurel@liveyourinnerpower.com The link to our private Facebook group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/beautifulworkbeautifullife Host/Cohost/Guest Info Guiding others to become effective leaders of their own lives, Laurel Holland has been on a journey of awakening and transformation throughout her life. Writing about inner work, Laurel has authored four books, including Crossroads and Love's 8 Laws. Her books, Live Your Inner Power, the Journal, and Courageous Woman, introduce, share, and explore the eight foundational practices for creating transformation from the inside out. Through her books, programs, and innovative talks, Laurel's great desire is to lift others up and courageously step into the life they came here to live. You can learn more about Laurel Holland at www.liveyourinnerpower.com. Laurel Boivin is a leadership coach, speaker, and workshop facilitator. Founder of Flux+Flow Professional Coaching, Laurel works with high-performing professionals and mission-driven organizations to shift from achievement to alignment — helping them connect deeply to purpose, lead with confidence, and create environments where people thrive. You can learn more about Laurel Boivin at www.fluxflowcoaching.com.

When life takes an unexpected turn — when everything feels like it's falling apart — that's not the end of the story. It's the beginning of something new, and creativity is your way through. In this episode of Beautiful Work Beautiful Life, life coaches Laurel Holland and Laurel Boivin talk about what happens when life “goes to bleep.” They share real, vulnerable moments of personal and professional breakdowns, and how those seasons became catalysts for growth, clarity, and strength. You'll hear how creativity and resourcefulness show up not just in art or hobbies, but in everyday problem-solving, self-honesty, and courageous decision-making. Together, we explore how to move from fear to curiosity, from blame to action, and from resistance to receptivity. If you've been feeling stuck, uncertain, or ready for something to shift, this conversation will remind you: every eruption in life is an invitation to rediscover your inner genius and create your next beautiful chapter. Key Takeaways: * Why breakdowns are the birthplace of creativity and renewal * How to turn fear into curiosity and forward motion * The importance of finding the right kind of support * Moving from blame and self-judgment to inspired action * Four powerful questions to regain clarity and courage * The mindset of “this or something better” — and learning to receive it Journaling prompts are suggested to further your exploration. Journaling prompts are suggested to further your exploration. What's happening in my life right now that feels like it's “gone to bleep”? What emotions or fears are present for me? What might this challenge or breakdown be inviting me to discover about myself? What do I really want — beyond the fear, frustration, or disappointment? What support do I already have, and what support do I need to move forward? Where am I holding onto blame — toward myself or others — and how might letting go free up energy for creative problem-solving? How can I see my current situation as an experiment — an opportunity to learn, grow, and create something new? Where in my life am I being asked to receive more — love, help, opportunity, or possibility? What would it look like to trust that what's next could be this or something better? The email to send questions to Laurel Boivin is laurel@fluxflowcoaching.com and for Laurel Holland - laurel@liveyourinnerpower.com The link to our private Facebook group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/beautifulworkbeautifullife Host/Cohost/Guest Info Guiding others to become effective leaders of their own lives, Laurel Holland has been on a journey of awakening and transformation throughout her life. Writing about inner work, Laurel has authored four books, including Crossroads and Love's 8 Laws. Her books, Live Your Inner Power, the Journal, and Courageous Woman, introduce, share, and explore the eight foundational practices for creating transformation from the inside out. Through her books, programs, and innovative talks, Laurel's great desire is to lift others up and courageously step into the life they came here to live. You can learn more about Laurel at www.liveyourinnerpower.com. As a Leadership Coach, Speaker, and Podcaster, Laurel Boivin works with high-performing professionals and mission-driven organizations to shift from achievement to alignment — helping them connect deeply to purpose, lead with confidence, and create environments where people thrive. Laurel began coaching after a 30-year corporate career. A Reiki master and yoga practitioner, collector of sea glass and antiques, she lives in New Hampshire and summers in Maine. You can learn more about Laurel at www.fluxflowcoaching.com.

Pia Leichter joins Laurel Holland to discuss creativity and inner transformation as a pathway to make your own life your most important creative project. Pia shares her journey of turning 50, traveling to Bali, and embracing solitude to enhance her creativity. She emphasizes the importance of inner work, self-awareness, and purposefully designing your life experiences. Pia describes her coaching approach as a creative partnership, helping clients navigate sticky junctures and pivot towards new creative directions. She highlights the need to slow down, create space, and trust oneself to foster creativity. Pia also discusses overcoming fear through practical steps and the significance of rest in unlocking creative genius. In this episode you'll hear about - how to begin the journey of coming home to yourself and discovering your creativity shifting your perspective to stay grounded in gratitude for simply being here on Earth Pia's life breakdown that led to the remaking of her life and reconnection with her creative nature listening to and honoring the pull from within that leads to creative engagement Pia's defines a creative life for ideas about how to look at your own life for creative shifts the importance of slowing down and creating space for ideas to emerge strategies for dealing with fear, including recognizing when fear is disguised as logic or practicality the role of imagination and dreaming in fueling our creative process and taking courageous action recognizing rushing as a scarcity issue and how to deconstruct that habit Journaling prompts are suggested to further your exploration. Links/Books mentioned - To get a copy of Pia's book: On Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Welcome-Creative-Club-Biggest-Project/dp/B0DPJ8L4NM/ref=sr_1_1 And the audiobook: https://www.audible.com/pd/Welcome-to-the-Creative-Club-Audiobook/B0F6VZCWT4 The email to send questions to Laurel Boivin is laurel@fluxflowcoaching.com and for Laurel Holland - laurel@liveyourinnerpower.com The link to our private Facebook group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/beautifulworkbeautifullife Host/Cohost/Guest Info Guiding others to become effective leaders of their own lives, Laurel Holland has been on a journey of awakening and transformation throughout her life. Writing about inner work, Laurel has authored four books, including Crossroads and Love's 8 Laws. Her books, Live Your Inner Power, the Journal, and Courageous Woman, introduce, share, and explore the eight foundational practices for creating transformation from the inside out. Through her books, programs, and innovative talks, Laurel's great desire is to lift others up and courageously step into the life they came here to live. Laurel Boivin, life coach and founder of Flux+Flow Professional Coaching, helps high-performing professionals overcome overwhelm and disillusionment by increasing self-awareness and shifting perspective to improve performance, increase personal contribution, and experience a greater sense of fulfillment and purpose. Laurel began coaching after a 30-year corporate career. A Reiki master and yoga practitioner, collector of sea glass and antiques, she lives in New Hampshire and summers in Maine. Pia Leichter is a creative partner, published author, certified coach, and entrepreneur. Her path has been anything but ordinary: a recovering nomad, she's reported as a journalist in Sri Lanka, graduated summa cum laude from NYU, and worked as an award-winning creative director for some of the biggest brands in the world. Now, as the founder of Kollektiv Studio, she's uniquely positioned to co-create wild visions and ventures. She recently published Welcome to the Creative Club, a book that challenges everything people thought they knew about creativity. Connect on social: https://www.linkedin.com/in/pialeichter/ https://substack.com/@pialeichter More about her work: https://kollektiv.studio/

In this episode of Beautiful Work Beautiful Life, co-host Laurel Boivin invites you to explore the powerful connection between gratitude and creativity. Laurel guides you through a gentle breath and grounding practice, teaching how embodied gratitude awakens authentic creativity from within—because when we feel safe enough to receive, creativity comes alive. Through science, spirit, and soulful reflection, you'll learn how gratitude softens the nervous system, quiets the stress response, and creates the inner safety that allows inspiration to bloom. You'll also be guided to sense gratitude in your body and notice what creative energy begins to stir from that space of fullness and peace. You'll learn: * How embodied gratitude (not just gratitude lists) opens the door to creative flow * The science of gratitude—dopamine, serotonin, and the brain's relaxation response * Why feeling safe is essential to creativity and inspired living * A guided mindfulness practice to awaken gratitude in your body * How gratitude and imagination meet to spark transformation Journaling prompts are suggested to further your exploration. * What does gratitude feel like in my body today? * What softens or opens within me when I linger in that feeling? * What might this gratitude want to create or express through me? * How does my creative energy shift when I feel safe and open to receive? * What ordinary moment today can I meet with gratitude and curiosity? Links/Books mentioned: Big Magic by Elizabeth Gilbert The email to send questions to Laurel Boivin is laurel@fluxflowcoaching.com and for Laurel Holland - laurel@liveyourinnerpower.com The link to our private Facebook group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/beautifulworkbeautifullife Host/Cohost/Guest Info Guiding others to become effective leaders of their own lives, Laurel Holland has been on a journey of awakening and transformation throughout her life. Writing about inner work, Laurel has authored four books, including Crossroads and Love's 8 Laws. Her books, Live Your Inner Power, the Journal, and Courageous Woman, introduce, share, and explore the eight foundational practices for creating transformation from the inside out. Through her books, programs, and innovative talks, Laurel's great desire is to lift others up and courageously step into the life they came here to live. You can learn more about Laurel Holland at www.liveyourinnerpower.com. Laurel Boivin is a leadership coach, speaker, and workshop facilitator. Founder of Flux+Flow Professional Coaching, Laurel works with high-performing professionals and mission-driven organizations to shift from achievement to alignment, helping them connect deeply to purpose, lead with confidence, and create environments where people thrive. You can learn more about Laurel Boivin at www.fluxflowcoaching.com.

In this meaningful and thought-provoking episode of Beautiful Work Beautiful Life, cohosts Laurel Holland and Laurel Boivin invite you into an intimate conversation about what it truly means to choose life before it's too late. Inspired by the timeless reflections of Bronnie Ware's The Top Five Regrets of the Dying, the Laurels explore the lessons that surface when we pause to consider how we're really living. Together, they unpack powerful themes — the courage to be your authentic self, creating balance beyond work, expressing your true feelings, nurturing relationships, and allowing yourself to experience happiness and joy. As the veil thins between worlds this late October, the conversation takes on a soulful tone — one that gently encourages reflection, closure, and new beginnings. With humor, compassion, and grounded wisdom, Laurel and Laurel remind us that inner work is life work… and it's never too late to begin again. Tune in to explore: The five most common regrets of the dying — and how to live without them Why authenticity, balance, and emotional expression are keys to fulfillment Simple journaling prompts to help you reflect and realign How to invite more happiness, creativity, and meaning into your everyday life As you listen, you might just find the inspiration to take one small step toward the life you most want to live. ******** The Top Five Regrets of the Dying: A Life Transformed by the Dearly Departing, by Bronnie Ware I wish I'd had the courage to live a life true to myself, not the life others expected of me. I wish I hadn't worked so hard. I wish I'd had the courage to express my feelings. I wish I had stayed in touch with my friends. I wish that I had let myself be happier. Journaling prompts are suggested to further your exploration. Do I have the friendships I wish I had? Am I devoting time to those friendships? What keeps me from being authentically me? In what areas of my life am I struggling to show up authentically? What are I doing that doesn't feel like my true self, and who am I doing it for? What role am I playing, and who assigned me that role? How can I still work hard but not miss out on my lifetime—the memory making and the relationships? How can I honor the work that I'm doing so that I can provide for my family and contribute to the world in a way that feels good, without sacrificing other important things? What do I wish that I had said to the people in my life that I haven't said yet? Do I feel like I would have any of these regrets if tomorrow I found out I only had another week to live? What am I doing now so that I don't have regrets? Links/Books mentioned: The Top Five Regrets of the Dying: A Life Transformed by the Dearly Departing, by Bronnie Ware The email to send questions to Laurel Boivin is laurel@fluxflowcoaching.com and for Laurel Holland - laurel@liveyourinnerpower.com The link to our private Facebook group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/beautifulworkbeautifullife Host/Cohost/Guest Info Guiding others to become effective leaders of their own lives, Laurel Holland has been on a journey of awakening and transformation throughout her life. Writing about inner work, Laurel has authored four books, including Crossroads and Love's 8 Laws. Her books, Live Your Inner Power, the Journal, and Courageous Woman, introduce, share, and explore the eight foundational practices for creating transformation from the inside out. Through her books, programs, and innovative talks, Laurel's great desire is to lift others up and courageously step into the life they came here to live. Learn more about Laurel, her work, and books at www.liveyourinnerpower.com. Laurel Boivin, life coach and founder of Flux+Flow Professional Coaching, helps high-performing professionals overcome overwhelm and disillusionment by increasing self-awareness and shifting perspective to improve performance, increase personal contribution, and experience a greater sense of fulfillment and purpose. Laurel began coaching after a 30-year corporate career. A Reiki master and yoga practitioner, collector of sea glass and antiques, she lives in New Hampshire and summers in Maine. Learn more about Laurel Boivin and her work as a leadership coach, speaker, and podcaster at www.fluxflowcoaching.com.

At a time when the world feels especially divisive and heavy, cohosts Laurel Boivin and Laurel Holland explore what it means to stay anchored in goodness. This honest and hope-filled conversation touches on emotional overload, social media, and collective fear that can disconnect us from our natural goodness and the goodness around us. They talk about how simple practices can help us return to center. From cultivating a daily devotional practice or creating a “supper club” for sharing good news, to setting energetic boundaries and choosing curiosity over judgment, this episode is a gentle reminder that goodness begins within us. In this episode, How To Be Good in a World That Feels So Bad, you'll hear reflections on: The power of seasonal cycles and self-reflection How to manage energy and information overload The difference between collective goodness and group think Compassion, curiosity, and conscious self-care as daily practices How personal goodness contributes to healing the collective Journaling prompts are suggested to further your exploration: What have I learned and how have I grown over the past year? What moments, experiences, or relationships am I ready to harvest and celebrate? Where have I witnessed goodness in myself, others, or the world recently? How can I intentionally bring more attention to what's going right in my life? What am I consuming (online, in conversation, in thought) that impacts how I feel about the world? What is within my circle of influence, and what is beyond it? How do I want my energy to influence the people and spaces around me? What kind of energy or “good” do I want to contribute to the collective? Am I living in alignment with the goodness I want to see in the world? How can I practice curiosity instead of judgment today? What would compassion, toward myself or someone else, look like in this moment? What quality or value do I want to devote myself to cultivating (e.g., love, insight, peace, courage)? What practices help me clear emotional or energetic overload and return to center? How can I be “good” to myself and other people in my small sphere of influence today? What's one simple act that will help me contribute more light or goodness to the world around me? The email to send questions to Laurel Boivin is laurel@fluxflowcoaching.com and for Laurel Holland - laurel@liveyourinnerpower.com The link to our private Facebook group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/beautifulworkbeautifullife Host/Cohost/Guest Info Guiding others to become effective leaders of their own lives, Laurel Holland has been on a journey of awakening and transformation throughout her life. Writing about inner work, Laurel has authored four books, including Crossroads and Love's 8 Laws. Her books, Live Your Inner Power, the Journal, and Courageous Woman, introduce, share, and explore the eight foundational practices for creating transformation from the inside out. Through her books, programs, and innovative talks, Laurel's great desire is to lift others up and courageously step into the life they came here to live. You can learn more about Laurel Holland, her books, and the work she does at https://www.liveyourinnerpower.com. Laurel Boivin, life coach and founder of Flux+Flow Professional Coaching, helps high-performing professionals overcome overwhelm and disillusionment by increasing self-awareness and shifting perspective to improve performance, increase personal contribution, and experience a greater sense of fulfillment and purpose. Laurel began coaching after a 30-year corporate career. A Reiki master and yoga practitioner, collector of sea glass and antiques, she lives in New Hampshire and summers in Maine. You can learn more about Laurel Boivin and the work she does at www.fluxflowcoaching.com.

What does it take to walk across an entire country—3,400 miles, 16 states, and 7 months on the road? In this episode of Beautiful Work Beautiful Life, cohost Laurel Boivin sits down again with Nick Tucker, a husband, father, speaker, and storyteller whose journey of resilience has inspired many. At just 23 years old, Nick felt a calling he couldn't ignore: to walk from Maine to Los Angeles with nothing more than a backpack, a friend, and faith that the road would provide. Along the way, he discovered the power of kindness from strangers, the lessons of resilience born in days of rain in Pennsylvania to desert heat in Arizona, and the deeper spiritual work of learning to give himself the same grace he so freely gives to others. This is more than a story of an extraordinary adventure—it's a reminder that life is built one step at a time. Whether you're facing a transition, longing for purpose, or simply curious about what happens when we say yes to a calling, Nick's story will inspire you to trust the journey and keep moving forward one step at a time. Links/Books mentioned: Becoming Resilient with Nick Tucker, Beautiful Work Beautiful Life Podcast, 8/10/25 https://www.liveyourinnerpower.com/podcasts/beautiful-work-beautiful-life/episodes/2149071852 The email to send questions to Laurel Boivin is laurel@fluxflowcoaching.com and for Laurel Holland - laurel@liveyourinnerpower.com The link to our private Facebook group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/beautifulworkbeautifullife Host/Cohost/Guest Info Guiding others to become effective leaders of their own lives, Laurel Holland has been on a journey of awakening and transformation throughout her life. Writing about inner work, Laurel has authored four books, including Crossroads and Love's 8 Laws. Her books, Live Your Inner Power, the Journal, and Courageous Woman, introduce, share, and explore the eight foundational practices for creating transformation from the inside out. Through her books, programs, and innovative talks, Laurel's great desire is to lift others up and courageously step into the life they came here to live. You can learn more about Laurel Holland, her books, and the work she does at https://www.liveyourinnerpower.com. Laurel Boivin, founder of Flux+Flow Professional Coaching, is a life and leadership coach, and a speaker. Laurel helps high-performing professionals overcome overwhelm and disillusionment by increasing self-awareness and shifting perspective to improve performance, increase personal contribution, and experience a greater sense of fulfillment and purpose. Laurel began coaching after a 30-year corporate career. A Reiki master and yoga practitioner, collector of sea glass and antiques, she lives in New Hampshire and summers in Maine. You can learn more about Laurel Boivin and the work she does at www.fluxflowcoaching.com. Nick Tucker is a husband and father, a speaker, storyteller, and founder of Camp Nick, a youth adventure camp in Los Angeles. Living the life he always dreamed of, Nick's message centers on resilience, healing, and the lifelong journey of becoming. Nick is also the visionary behind the Walk With Me Tour, a cross-country speaking tour that retraces his 2011 walk from Maine to California – a 7 month-long journey of more than 3400 miles through 16 states and 20 volunteer projects along the way. You can learn more about Nick at www.NickRTucker.com, email him at nick@nickrtucker.com, and follow him on Instagram @NickTucker.

In this solo episode of Beautiful Work Beautiful Life, Laurel Boivin explores how tiny, consistent actions can create extraordinary change. If you've ever felt overwhelmed by the gap between where you are and where you want to be, this conversation is for you. Laurel shares stories from her own journey—including the lessons learned while walking 1,500 miles in a single year—and client experiences that show how starting small builds momentum, confidence, and self-trust. You'll discover: * Why small, ordinary steps are more powerful than giant leaps * How consistency shapes confidence and strengthens self-trust * The importance of celebrating progress as much as setting goals * Practical ways to recommit when you've fallen out of rhythm * Journaling prompts to help you gain clarity and take your next step Journaling prompts are suggested to further your exploration: 1. Where do I feel overwhelmed by the size or magnitude of the change I want to make in my life? 2. What's one step I could take in the next 24 hours to move toward my goal? 3. What kind of support do I need to keep going day after day? (Do I need a system, a tool, or a person?) 4. How would my life feel if I trusted that small steps are enough to accomplish what I want to accomplish? 5. How does it feel to be more confident and have more self-trust, knowing that I have the ability to do what I set out to do? Links/Books mentioned: * Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones (2018) by James Clear * One Step at a Time: Walking Across America with Nick Tucker https://www.liveyourinnerpower.com/podcasts/beautiful-work-beautiful-life/episodes/2149091326 The email to send questions to Laurel Boivin is laurel@fluxflowcoaching.com and for Laurel Holland - laurel@liveyourinnerpower.com The link to our private Facebook group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/beautifulworkbeautifullife Host/Cohost/Guest Info Guiding others to become effective leaders of their own lives, Laurel Holland has been on a journey of awakening and transformation throughout her life. Writing about inner work, Laurel has authored four books, including Crossroads and Love's 8 Laws. Her books, Live Your Inner Power, the Journal, and Courageous Woman, introduce, share, and explore the eight foundational practices for creating transformation from the inside out. Through her books, programs, and innovative talks, Laurel's great desire is to lift others up and courageously step into the life they came here to live. You can learn more about Laurel, her books, and work she does at www.liveyourinnerpower.com. Laurel Boivin, life coach and founder of Flux+Flow Professional Coaching, helps high-performing professionals overcome overwhelm and disillusionment by increasing self-awareness and shifting perspective to improve performance, increase personal contribution, and experience a greater sense of fulfillment and purpose. Laurel began coaching after a 30-year corporate career. A Reiki master and yoga practitioner, collector of sea glass and antiques, she lives in New Hampshire and summers in Maine. You can learn more about Laurel and the work she does at www.fluxflowcoaching.com.

Do you ever wish for more clarity, confidence, or ease in your life? In this episode of Beautiful Work, Beautiful Life, Laurel Boivin invites you to slow down and tap into one of the most powerful tools you already carry within you — your inner wisdom. Laurel explores what inner wisdom really is, what often gets in the way of hearing it, and simple practices you can use to connect with that quiet inner voice. You'll also discover how to begin trusting your wisdom through small steps, reflection, and gentle self-compassion. If you've been searching outside yourself for answers, this episode is your reminder that your inner wisdom is always present, patiently waiting for you to listen and follow where it leads. The following journaling prompts are suggested to further your exploration: 1. When was the last time you trusted your inner wisdom, and what happened? 2. Where am I currently seeking clarity or guidance? What does my inner wisdom say about it? 3. How does my body signal “yes” to me? How does it signal “no”? 4. What keeps me from trusting myself fully? (Fear, doubt, outside pressure, or something else?) 5. What is one small decision I can make this week from a place of inner knowing? The email to send questions to Laurel Boivin is laurel@fluxflowcoaching.com and for Laurel Holland - laurel@liveyourinnerpower.com The link to our Beautiful Work Beautiful Life Facebook group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/beautifulworkbeautifullife Host/Cohost/Guest Info: Guiding others to become effective leaders of their own lives, Laurel Holland has been on a journey of awakening and transformation throughout her life. Writing about inner work, Laurel has authored four books, including Crossroads and Love's 8 Laws. Her books, Live Your Inner Power, the Journal, and Courageous Woman, introduce, share, and explore the eight foundational practices for creating transformation from the inside out. Through her books, programs, and innovative talks, Laurel's great desire is to lift others up and courageously step into the life they came here to live. You can learn more about Laurel, her books, and work she does at www.liveyourinnerpower.com. Laurel Boivin, life coach and founder of Flux+Flow Professional Coaching, helps high-performing professionals overcome overwhelm and disillusionment by increasing self-awareness and shifting perspective to improve performance, increase personal contribution, and experience a greater sense of fulfillment and purpose. Laurel began coaching after a 30-year corporate career. A Reiki master and yoga practitioner, collector of sea glass and antiques, she lives in New Hampshire and summers in Maine. You can learn more about Laurel and the work she does at www.fluxflowcoaching.com.

Laurel Boivin and Laurel Holland, cohosts and life coaches, explore the courage to trust your body's wisdom. Inspired by a recent conversation with Tara Eschenroeder, a seasoned yoga instructor and retreat leader, the Laurels share personal stories and practical insights about returning to the body as a source of truth, healing, and guidance. They reflect on the resistance many of us feel when tuning into our bodies, the emotions that can surface through practices like yoga and tai chi, and the profound release that comes when we allow ourselves to feel. Through anecdotes about headaches, back pain, and even garlic overload, they illustrate how our bodies continually send us messages about alignment and self-care. Listeners are encouraged to gently begin by befriending the body, acknowledging resistance as part of the journey, and exploring resources like Louise Hay's You Can Heal Your Life. This episode offers inspiration and practical wisdom for anyone seeking deeper trust in themselves, more confidence in decision-making, and a renewed sense of connection between body, mind, and spirit. The following journaling prompts are suggested to further your exploration: What transformation do I want in my life right now? How does resistance show up for me when I try to listen to or connect with my body? How can I tell the difference between my body's wisdom and my fear? What might my body be trying to tell me through the discomfort or pain I'm experiencing? What does this specific ache, tension, or “cranky spot” in my body want me to know? How would my life change if I befriended my body instead of resisting it? What practices help me return to my body and feel more present? Where in my life am I ignoring signals from my body that something is out of alignment? What would trusting my body's wisdom look like in my daily choices? What would my beautiful life look like if I fully trusted myself—body, mind, and spirit? References: You Can Heal Your Life by Louise Hay Gratitude for My Physical Body, a guided meditation 6/20/22: https://www.liveyourinnerpower.com/podcasts/beautiful-work-beautiful-life/episodes/2147748858 The email to send questions to Laurel Boivin is laurel@fluxflowcoaching.com and for Laurel Holland - laurel@liveyourinnerpower.com The link to our Beautiful Work Beautiful Life Facebook group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/beautifulworkbeautifullife Host/Cohost/Guest Info Guiding others to become effective leaders of their own lives, Laurel Holland has been on a journey of awakening and transformation throughout her life. Writing about inner work, Laurel has authored four books, including Crossroads and Love's 8 Laws. Her books, Live Your Inner Power, the Journal, and Courageous Woman, introduce, share, and explore the eight foundational practices for creating transformation from the inside out. Through her books, programs, and innovative talks, Laurel's great desire is to lift others up and courageously step into the life they came here to live. You can learn more about Laurel, her books, and work she does at www.liveyourinnerpower.com. Laurel Boivin, life coach and founder of Flux+Flow Professional Coaching, helps high-performing professionals overcome overwhelm and disillusionment by increasing self-awareness and shifting perspective to improve performance, increase personal contribution, and experience a greater sense of fulfillment and purpose. Laurel began coaching after a 30-year corporate career. A Reiki master and yoga practitioner, collector of sea glass and antiques, she lives in New Hampshire and summers in Maine. You can learn more about Laurel and the work she does at www.fluxflowcoaching.com.

Crystalina Evert has Kristen Theriault on to discuss her new book, "The Mother Cabrini Companion: A Spiritual Journey with a Courageous Woman of God". This book is a companion to the "Cabrini" movie. Plus marriage advice from Lisa Cotter and Cameron Fradd.

Laurel Holland interviews Tara Eschenroeder, a seasoned yoga instructor and retreat leader, about her journey and the impact of yoga on her life. Tara shares her transformative experience with yoga, which led her to pursue a life aligned with her purpose. She discusses the benefits of community and cleansing practices, emphasizing the importance of inner work and connection with nature. Tara highlights her upcoming yoga and music festival in Virginia and her various offerings, including retreats, virtual coaching, and guided meditations. She encourages listeners to stay encouraged and trust their inner knowing. Links/Books mentioned - Information on how to work with Tara can be found at www.greatabidingyoga.com . To connect with her via email - beckesch@gmail.com The email to send questions to Laurel Boivin is laurel@fluxflowcoaching.com and for Laurel Holland - laurel@liveyourinnerpower.com The link to our private Facebook group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/beautifulworkbeautifullife Host/Cohost/Guest Info Guiding others to become effective leaders of their own lives, Laurel Holland has been on a journey of awakening and transformation throughout her life. Writing about inner work, Laurel has authored four books, including Crossroads and Love's 8 Laws. Her books, Live Your Inner Power, the Journal, and Courageous Woman, introduce, share, and explore the eight foundational practices for creating transformation from the inside out. Through her books, programs, and innovative talks, Laurel's great desire is to lift others up and courageously step into the life they came here to live. Laurel Boivin, life coach and founder of Flux+Flow Professional Coaching, helps high-performing professionals overcome overwhelm and disillusionment by increasing self-awareness and shifting perspective to improve performance, increase personal contribution, and experience a greater sense of fulfillment and purpose. Laurel began coaching after a 30-year corporate career. A Reiki master and yoga practitioner, collector of sea glass and antiques, she lives in New Hampshire and summers in Maine. Based in Asheville, North Carolina, Tara travels the country and beyond, leading workshops, retreats, and festivals. She is a self-published author and has held additional teaching credentials. Tara's true gift, however, is her ability to live the teachings of yoga off the mat. She openly navigates life's challenges with a light heart, just as she would encourage a student falling out of a pose. She is a living example of trusting her own calling, a powerful inspiration for anyone who feels ready to spread their wings into something new.

Enjoy this 11-minute meditation created for this full moon to help deal with anxiety or any other feeling that you challenges you. Often in meditation we take for granted that we're turning inward, and that there is so much in the inner world to explore and focus on during the time that we are sitting. In this meditation you'll be guided to remain purposeful, holding the intention of actually looking within, as you sit in meditation. You'll be invited to give attention to inner aspects of your world, and to remember that your attention holds the power to calm and relax you at any moment. The suggested posture for this meditation is sitting. We'll be exploring a difficult feeling to use as an example of how to be fully present to what's happening within. Choose any feeling that you find challenging to engage with the process we'll explore. Music by Chris Collins accompanies this meditation. The email to send questions to Laurel Boivin is laurel@fluxflowcoaching.com and for Laurel Holland - laurel@liveyourinnerpower.com The link to our private Facebook group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/beautifulworkbeautifullife Host/Cohost/Guest Info Guiding others to become effective leaders of their own lives, Laurel Holland has been on a journey of awakening and transformation throughout her life. Writing about inner work, Laurel has authored four books, including Crossroads and Love's 8 Laws. Her books, Live Your Inner Power, the Journal, and Courageous Woman, introduce, share, and explore the eight foundational practices for creating transformation from the inside out. Through her books, programs, and innovative talks, Laurel's great desire is to lift others up and courageously step into the life they came here to live. Laurel Boivin, life coach and founder of Flux+Flow Professional Coaching, helps high-performing professionals overcome overwhelm and disillusionment by increasing self-awareness and shifting perspective to improve performance, increase personal contribution, and experience a greater sense of fulfillment and purpose. Laurel began coaching after a 30-year corporate career. A Reiki master and yoga practitioner, collector of sea glass and antiques, she lives in New Hampshire and summers in Maine.

In this episode of Beautiful Work, Beautiful Life, co-hosts Laurel Holland and Laurel Boivin dive into an exploration of heart, wisdom, and courage—three qualities that, together, form a foundation for living with authenticity and alignment. Through story, reflection, and gentle practices, they invite listeners to consider how these qualities are not separate, but deeply interconnected: the heart as the source of compassion and truth, wisdom as a deep knowing that grows when we learn to trust ourselves, and courage as the brave act of living our truth in the world. Their conversation offers journaling questions and everyday examples of how we protect our hearts, how we can recognize our own wisdom, and how courage often shows up in ways we may not give ourselves credit for. If you've been longing to live more fully from a place of authenticity and intention, this episode is an invitation to pause, reflect, and step more confidently into your beautiful life. Journaling prompts are suggested to further your exploration. How often do you breathe into your heart, and what do you notice when you do? Are there feelings you're afraid to face or feel? Is your body showing signs of protecting your heart through posture or tension? Do you believe you are a wise person? Why or why not? Do you believe you were born with wisdom, or have you gained it over time? What's the difference between wisdom, intelligence, and knowledge—for you? Who do you admire as a wise person, and what qualities make you see them that way? Where is your own wisdom showing up in your life, and are you trusting it? What courageous acts have you taken in your life that you may not have given yourself credit for? Looking back to childhood, what risks or brave acts did you take that revealed your courage? Where in your life have you held back from using your courage, and why? Who do you admire as courageous or heart-centered, and what about their actions inspires you? What countercultural practices (like journaling, meditation, or heart-centered leadership) feel meaningful to you? How might you honor your own heart, wisdom, and courage this month? The email to send questions to Laurel Boivin is laurel@fluxflowcoaching.com and for Laurel Holland - laurel@liveyourinnerpower.com The link to our private Facebook group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/beautifulworkbeautifullife Host/Cohost/Guest Info Guiding others to become effective leaders of their own lives, Laurel Holland has been on a journey of awakening and transformation throughout her life. Writing about inner work, Laurel has authored four books, including Crossroads and Love's 8 Laws. Her books, Live Your Inner Power, the Journal, and Courageous Woman, introduce, share, and explore the eight foundational practices for creating transformation from the inside out. Through her books, programs, and innovative talks, Laurel's great desire is to lift others up and courageously step into the life they came here to live. You can learn more about Laurel Holland at www.liveyourinnerpower.com. Laurel Boivin, life coach and founder of Flux+Flow Professional Coaching, helps high-performing professionals overcome overwhelm and disillusionment by increasing self-awareness and shifting perspective to improve performance, increase personal contribution, and experience a greater sense of fulfillment and purpose. Laurel began coaching after a 30-year corporate career. A Reiki master and yoga practitioner, collector of sea glass and antiques, she lives in New Hampshire and summers in Maine. You can learn more about Laurel Boivin at www.fluxflowcoaching.com.

In this conversation, Laurel Holland and Laurel Boivin explore how focus and devotion guide our inner work and ultimately shape the lives we create. Drawing inspiration from a recent episode, Becoming Resilient with Nick Tucker, they reflect on how devotion isn't just a spiritual word or heavy commitment. It can be as simple as daily practices that keep us aligned with what matters most. Together, they discuss the importance of clarifying what you're truly devoted to, breaking free from old family patterns, and shifting from chasing material success to cultivating meaning and becoming. Through vulnerable stories, practical tools, and encouragement, the Laurels remind us that inner work is not only beautiful—it's the foundation for a fulfilling and purpose-driven life. If you've ever wondered how to stay focused on what truly matters, or how to weave devotion into the everyday, this episode offers guidance and grounding wisdom for your journey. 00:17 Introduction 00:33 Season Overview 01:18 Podcast Format & Flow 03:15 Episode Topic Introduction 03:43 Personal Stories of Devotion 04:55 The Role of Desire in Inner Work 06:39 Focus, Devotion, and Commitment 08:24 Simplicity in Devotion 10:50 Material Desires vs. Greater Purpose 12:58 Breaking Family Cycles & Personal Purpose 16:31 Finding Your North Star 17:35 Devotion in Career and Life Choices 19:57 Becoming vs. Having 21:11 Practicing New Ways of Being 23:15 Emotional Processing & Self-Compassion 25:34 Strategies for Starting Inner Work 26:27 Final Reflections & Listener Engagement 31:00 Invitation for Feedback 32:01 Closing Remarks Journaling prompts are suggested to further your exploration: What is something I feel deeply devoted to in my life right now? How does that devotion show up in my daily actions? When I think about what I don't want in my life, what does that reveal about what I truly desire instead? Where in my life have I confused “having” (material success, achievements) with “becoming” (the person I want to grow into)? What would my life look like if I shifted even more of my focus toward becoming rather than having? What family or generational patterns am I ready to release or transform? If I were at the end of my life, what would I most want to have experienced, created, or contributed? Who are the trusted people I could ask about my natural gifts, and how might their perspective help me see myself more clearly? When have I felt most aligned with my true self, rather than living from conditioning or expectation? What daily practice, no matter how simple, could I commit to as an act of devotion to myself and my growth? How do I want to contribute to the world, even in small, everyday ways? Where in my life might I need to course-correct because my devotion has shifted away from what truly matters to me? How do I want to show up in my relationships, as a parent, partner, colleague, or friend? What emotions or stories have I avoided processing that might be holding me back from growth? How would my life feel different if I practiced showing up as the person I want to become, one interaction at a time? What does “inner work” mean to me personally, and how can I make space for it this week? Links/Books mentioned Becoming Resilient with Nick Tucker: https://www.liveyourinnerpower.com/podcasts/beautiful-work-beautiful-life/episodes/2149071852 The email to send questions to Laurel Boivin is laurel@fluxflowcoaching.com and for Laurel Holland - laurel@liveyourinnerpower.com The link to our private Facebook group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/beautifulworkbeautifullife Host/Cohost/Guest Info Guiding others to become effective leaders of their own lives, Laurel Holland has been on a journey of awakening and transformation throughout her life. Writing about inner work, Laurel has authored four books, including Crossroads and Love's 8 Laws. Her books, Live Your Inner Power, the Journal, and Courageous Woman, introduce, share, and explore the eight foundational practices for creating transformation from the inside out. Through her books, programs, and innovative talks, Laurel's great desire is to lift others up and courageously step into the life they came here to live. You can learn more about Laurel Holland at www.liveyourinnerpower.com. Laurel Boivin, life and leadership coach and founder of Flux+Flow Professional Coaching, helps high-performing professionals overcome overwhelm and disillusionment by increasing self-awareness and shifting perspective to improve performance, increase personal contribution, and experience a greater sense of fulfillment and purpose. Laurel began coaching after a 30-year corporate career. A Reiki master and yoga practitioner, collector of sea glass and antiques, she lives in New Hampshire and summers in Maine. You can learn more about Laurel Boivin at www.fluxflowcoaching.com.

In this thought-provoking episode of Beautiful Work, Beautiful Life, Laurel Holland and Laurel Boivin dive into the transformative journey of becoming resilient. They explore the richness of the words "resilience" and "becoming," sharing personal insights, client stories, and reflections on how adversity can be a powerful teacher. From the importance of finding safety, physically and emotionally, to cultivating emotional intelligence, reframing your story, and nurturing the four intelligences (physical, emotional, mental, spiritual), they guide listeners through the inner work that fosters lasting strength and growth. This conversation is an inspiring reminder that resilience is not just about bouncing back, but evolving into a fuller, wiser version of yourself. Journaling Prompts from the Episode: 1. When have I faced adversity in my life, and what did I learn from it? 2. In my current challenge, how am I becoming rather than simply doing? 3. Do I see myself as the hero/heroine of my story, or as a victim? Why? 4. Where in my life do I feel physically and emotionally safe? Where do I not? 5. How do I currently process my emotions? Is there a healthier way I could approach them? 6. If I rewrote my story with the lens of “It happened for me,” what insights would I discover? 7. Which of my four intelligences (physical, emotional, mental, spiritual) feels most developed? Which needs more attention? 8. What beliefs or values give me strength during difficult times? 9. How would I approach life differently if I believed every experience was for my becoming? 10. When I feel emotionally stuck, what physical action could help me shift my state? The email to send questions to Laurel Boivin is laurel@fluxflowcoaching.com and for Laurel Holland - laurel@liveyourinnerpower.com The link to our private Facebook group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/beautifulworkbeautifullife Host/Cohost/Guest Info: Guiding others to become effective leaders of their own lives, Laurel Holland has been on a journey of awakening and transformation throughout her life. Writing about inner work, Laurel has authored four books, including Crossroads and Love's 8 Laws. Her books, Live Your Inner Power, the Journal, and Courageous Woman, introduce, share, and explore the eight foundational practices for creating transformation from the inside out. Through her books, programs, and innovative talks, Laurel's great desire is to lift others up and courageously step into the life they came here to live. Learn more about Laurel Holland at www.liveyourinnerpower.com. Laurel Boivin, life coach and founder of Flux+Flow Professional Coaching, helps high-performing professionals overcome overwhelm and disillusionment by increasing self-awareness and shifting perspective to improve performance, increase personal contribution, and experience a greater sense of fulfillment and purpose. Laurel began coaching after a 30-year corporate career. A Reiki master and yoga practitioner, collector of sea glass and antiques, she lives in New Hampshire and summers in Maine. Learn more about Laurel Boivin at www.fluxflowcoaching.com.

In this powerful and meaningful conversation, Laurel sits down with speaker, storyteller, and youth mentor Nick Tucker to explore what it truly means to become resilient. From a childhood shaped by addiction, foster care, and loss to walking across the country in a spontaneous act of spiritual searching, Nick's story is one of transformation, healing, and choosing a life of purpose—again and again. Together, they dive into: The real definition of resilience (hint: it's not just bouncing back) How writing his life story revealed unprocessed trauma and sparked healing The importance of self-awareness and learning to feel your feelings The surprising forms inner work can take—walking, parenting, praying, cooking Why relationships are our greatest teachers in emotional growth And how Nick's “Walk With Me” tour is spreading hope and humanity across the country This conversation is rich with wisdom, humor, and truth—and a beautiful reminder that we never stop becoming. Whether you're navigating your own healing, showing up for others, or simply trying to figure out what's next, this episode invites you to slow down, look inward, and take the next courageous step toward a beautiful life. Links/Books mentioned The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel van der Kolk The Walk by Richard Paul Evans The email to send questions to Laurel Boivin is laurel@fluxflowcoaching.com and for Laurel Holland - laurel@liveyourinnerpower.com The link to our private Facebook group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/beautifulworkbeautifullife Host/Cohost/Guest Info Nick Tucker is a husband and father, a speaker, storyteller, and founder of Camp Nick, a youth adventure camp in Los Angeles. Living the life he always dreamed of, Nick's message centers on resilience, healing, and the lifelong journey of becoming. Nick is also the visionary behind the Walk With Me Tour, a cross-country speaking tour that retraces his 2011 walk from Maine to California – a 7 month-long journey of more than 3400 miles through 16 states and 20 volunteer projects along the way. You can learn more about Nick at www.NickRTucker.com and follow him on Instagram @NickTucker www.instagram.com/nickrtucker Guiding others to become effective leaders of their own lives, Laurel Holland has been on a journey of awakening and transformation throughout her life. Writing about inner work, Laurel has authored four books, including Crossroads and Love's 8 Laws. Her books, Live Your Inner Power, the Journal, and Courageous Woman, introduce, share, and explore the eight foundational practices for creating transformation from the inside out. Through her books, programs, and innovative talks, Laurel's great desire is to lift others up and courageously step into the life they came here to live. You can learn more about Laurel Holland at www.liveyourinnerpower.com. Laurel Boivin, life coach and founder of Flux+Flow Professional Coaching, helps high-performing professionals overcome overwhelm and disillusionment by increasing self-awareness and shifting perspective to improve performance, increase personal contribution, and experience a greater sense of fulfillment and purpose. Laurel began coaching after a 30-year corporate career. A Reiki master and yoga practitioner, collector of sea glass and antiques, she lives in New Hampshire and summers in Maine. You can learn more about Laurel Boivin at www.fluxflowcoaching.com.

Laurel Holland and Laurel Boivin celebrate their podcast's fifth year and its recognition as one of the top 100 inner work podcasts. They discuss navigating change, emphasizing the importance of self-awareness and intuition. Laurel Boivin shares her experience of moving after 20 years, highlighting the challenges of initiating change and dealing with others' reactions. They stress the significance of journaling to explore personal feelings and the need to trust one's intuition. Laurel Holland recounts selling her house intuitively, which led to multiple offers over asking price. They conclude by encouraging listeners to explore their responses to change and develop self-awareness. Journaling prompts are suggested to further your exploration. The email to send questions to Laurel Boivin is laurel@fluxflowcoaching.com and for Laurel Holland - laurel@liveyourinnerpower.com The link to our private Facebook group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/beautifulworkbeautifullife Host/Cohost/Guest Info Guiding others to become effective leaders of their own lives, Laurel Holland has been on a journey of awakening and transformation throughout her life. Writing about inner work, Laurel has authored four books, including Crossroads and Love's 8 Laws. Her books, Live Your Inner Power, the Journal, and Courageous Woman, introduce, share, and explore the eight foundational practices for creating transformation from the inside out. Through her books, programs, and innovative talks, Laurel's great desire is to lift others up and courageously step into the life they came here to live. Laurel Boivin, life coach and founder of Flux+Flow Professional Coaching, helps high-performing professionals overcome overwhelm and disillusionment by increasing self-awareness and shifting perspective to improve performance, increase personal contribution, and experience a greater sense of fulfillment and purpose. Laurel began coaching after a 30-year corporate career. A Reiki master and yoga practitioner, collector of sea glass and antiques, she lives in New Hampshire and summers in Maine.

In this episode of Beautiful Work Beautiful Life, cohosts Laurel Holland and Laurel Boivin explore the evolving concept of the American Dream and what it means to truly live a life that feels like your own. Together, they reflect on how many are moving away from traditional aspirations like wealth, status, and conformity, and instead redefining success through the lens of purpose, creativity, well-being, and connection. They emphasize the deep inner work required to discover what you really want—work that begins with self-awareness and the courage to let go of outdated ideals. Through personal stories, including the joys and challenges of watching their children forge different life paths, they demonstrate how honoring others' dreams, and your own, can lead to profound growth. The conversation also touches on the cultural shift from communal living to individualism, and how play, creativity, and presence can lead to a more meaningful, heart-aligned life. This episode is a loving call to explore your unique dream, trust your inner wisdom, and take your place in rescripting a more authentic, inclusive vision for the world. 00:00 – Welcome & Reflections 01:19 – A Different American Dream 02:10 – Letting Go of One-Size-Fits-All Dreams 04:57 – The Need to Know Yourself 05:18 – Individual Desires & Collective Good 07:23 – Questions for Listeners 08:25 – Stories of Parenting, Change & Letting Go 13:39 – Laurel & Laurel Share Their Current Dreams 14:59 – Aging, Work & Redefining Retirement 17:21 – Creative Expression, Play & Purpose 20:04 – Listener Invitation: What's Your Dream? Journaling prompts are suggested to further your exploration. Links/Books/Resources mentioned: The Value of Leisure and Play with Dr. Deb Ayer: https://www.liveyourinnerpower.com/podcasts/beautiful-work-beautiful-life/episodes/2147901133 Bold Moves with Mikaela Perry: https://www.liveyourinnerpower.com/podcasts/beautiful-work-beautiful-life/episodes/2148833229 https://www.mikaelaperry.art/ The email to send questions to Laurel Boivin is laurel@fluxflowcoaching.com and for Laurel Holland - laurel@liveyourinnerpower.com The link to our private Facebook group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/beautifulworkbeautifullife Host/Cohost/Guest Info Guiding others to become effective leaders of their own lives, Laurel Holland has been on a journey of awakening and transformation throughout her life. Writing about inner work, Laurel has authored four books, including Crossroads and Love's 8 Laws. Her books, Live Your Inner Power, the Journal, and Courageous Woman, introduce, share, and explore the eight foundational practices for creating transformation from the inside out. Through her books, programs, and innovative talks, Laurel's great desire is to lift others up and courageously step into the life they came here to live. Laurel Boivin, life coach and founder of Flux+Flow Professional Coaching, helps high-performing professionals overcome overwhelm and disillusionment by increasing self-awareness and shifting perspective to improve performance, increase personal contribution, and experience a greater sense of fulfillment and purpose. Laurel began coaching after a 30-year corporate career. A Reiki master and yoga practitioner, collector of sea glass and antiques, she lives in New Hampshire and summers in Maine.

In this episode of Beautiful Work, Beautiful Life, Laurel Holland and Laurel Boivin reflect on the importance of staying true to yourself through the ever-evolving stages of life. As they wrap up Season Four, they explore how inner work shifts over time and how embracing your current phase—whether defined by age, career, or emotional growth—can bring clarity, fulfillment, and connection. Their conversation covers the value of recognizing and respecting your own evolution, practicing curiosity and deep listening, and building relationships with others across different life stages. Laurel and Laurel share simple, powerful tools such as journaling, checking in with your values, and asking open-ended questions as ways to stay aligned with your true self. They also highlight the transformative power of women's stories and the importance of finding your voice, especially when your perspective has changed. Listeners are invited to embrace their unique journey, reflect on what they want now, and give themselves permission to grow, shift, and honor who they are in this moment. This episode is both a celebration of the season and an encouragement to do the inner work that leads to a life of meaning, beauty, and authenticity. 00:00 – Welcome & Season Reflection 01:47 – What is Inner Work & Why It Matters 03:35 – Life Stages & Staying True to Yourself 05:52 – Cultivating Curiosity About Others' Life Stages 08:25 – The Power of Listening Without Advice-Giving10:59 – When Inner Work Comes Later in Life 12:27 – How to Speak Your Truth with Grace 14:35 – Beyond “Why” and “How”: Embracing the “What” 18:22 – Practices to Stay True to Yourself 27:25 – The Power of Intergenerational & Diverse Friendships 33:15 – Closing Reflections & Invitation Links/Books mentioned Be Ready When the Luck Happens: A Memoir by Ina Garten The email to send questions to Laurel Boivin is laurel@fluxflowcoaching.com and for Laurel Holland - laurel@liveyourinnerpower.com The link to our private Facebook group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/beautifulworkbeautifullife Host/Cohost/Guest Info Guiding others to become effective leaders of their own lives, Laurel Holland has been on a journey of awakening and transformation throughout her life. Writing about inner work, Laurel has authored four books, including Crossroads and Love's 8 Laws. Her books, Live Your Inner Power, the Journal, and Courageous Woman, introduce, share, and explore the eight foundational practices for creating transformation from the inside out. Through her books, programs, and innovative talks, Laurel's great desire is to lift others up and courageously step into the life they came here to live. Learn more about Laurel Holland at www.liveyourinnerpower.com. Laurel Boivin, life coach and founder of Flux+Flow Professional Coaching, helps high-performing professionals overcome overwhelm and disillusionment by increasing self-awareness and shifting perspective to improve performance, increase personal contribution, and experience a greater sense of fulfillment and purpose. Laurel began coaching after a 30-year corporate career. A Reiki master and yoga practitioner, collector of sea glass and antiques, she lives in New Hampshire and summers in Maine. Learn more about Laurel Boivin at www.fluxflowcoaching.com.

Pixie Hamilton joins co-hosts, Laurel Boivin and Laurel Holland, to discuss the concept of self-definition and the essence of one's being. Pixie shares her journey of self-discovery, highlighting how her awareness and freedom have evolved over the years. She emphasizes the importance of understanding one's core essence, which remains consistent despite life's changes. The Laurels and Pixie explore how different individuals define their beautiful lives, stressing the uniqueness of each person's path. They suggest using archetypes from Caroline Myss's work to aid in self-discovery and encourage embracing one's true nature, even if it challenges societal norms. The conversation underscores the value of self-reflection and alignment with one's essence for a fulfilling life. 1:45 Pixie Hamilton shares what her beautiful life looks like, highlighting that she lives with the awareness to set herself free and live in trust and love 4:48 Defining what one's beautiful life looks like comes from self-definition, asking who are you? 5:30 Exploring the essential part of yourself that remains the same throughout life 6:30 Asking the question who am I and what is my purpose over the course of your life, Pixie offers her life as example 10:00 Transitioning to defining yourself by your inner consistency rather than outside influences 11:30 The confidence that comes from discovering the essence of who you are 14:00 Finding the essence of what drives your behavior and choices 18:30 Looking back on your life to moments when you connected to your essence to gain clarity about who you really are 19:50 Exploring language and the words you use as a pathway to seeing yourself more clearly 21:00 Meant for more as a message to understanding more of yourself rather than acquiring more 22:20 The difference between life purpose and soul's purpose 26:00 Pixie and Laurel share similar activities that have different purposes as an example of "who are you" and how you define yourself and explore yourself 31:20 Honoring the uniqueness of each person and what drives them with wonder and curiosity since no one truly knows another's inner motivations 33:00 Examples of how to explore your soul desires and your self-definition in the context of the situations of your life 35:00 Using your essence to help you through low moments or times 39:00 Finding places to be yourself without being known by others, to explore deeply who you really are 41:30 How finding your essence is transformative in your life, revisiting different topics in the podcasts as examples of the healing power of discovering who you really are 46:30 Using the work of Caroline Myss and her identifications of archetypes as a way to help you discover/explore your essence Journaling prompts are suggested to further your exploration. Links/Books mentioned - Sacred Contracts by Caroline Myss The email to send questions to Laurel Boivin is laurel@fluxflowcoaching.com and for Laurel Holland - laurel@liveyourinnerpower.com The link to our private Facebook group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/beautifulworkbeautifullife Host/Cohost/Guest Info Guiding others to become effective leaders of their own lives, Laurel Holland has been on a journey of awakening and transformation throughout her life. Writing about inner work, Laurel has authored four books, including Crossroads and Love's 8 Laws. Her books, Live Your Inner Power, the Journal, and Courageous Woman, introduce, share, and explore the eight foundational practices for creating transformation from the inside out. Through her books, programs, and innovative talks, Laurel's great desire is to lift others up and courageously step into the life they came here to live. Laurel Boivin, life coach and founder of Flux+Flow Professional Coaching, helps high-performing professionals overcome overwhelm and disillusionment by increasing self-awareness and shifting perspective to improve performance, increase personal contribution, and experience a greater sense of fulfillment and purpose. Laurel began coaching after a 30-year corporate career. A Reiki master and yoga practitioner, collector of sea glass and antiques, she lives in New Hampshire and summers in Maine.