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Jen Rozenbaum is a portrait photographer, author, breast cancer survivor, hostess of the Shamelessly Feminine® podcast, and the founder of the Reconstruction™ movement. Through her work, she is helping women celebrate their unique femininity and helping breast cancer patients and survivors put their lives back together after cancer.Learn more and connect with Jen at https://jenrozenbaum.com/Thank you so much for tuning in!If you are looking for solutions that will allow you to break free from negative thought patterns, worrying, and the uncomfortable symptoms that are caused by anxiety check out Jennifer's website at www.jenniferbronsnick.com or join the Anxiety-Proof Her Facebook Community HERE: https://www.facebook.com/groups/anxietyproofher
Jen Rozenbaum is a boudoir photographer and a breast cancer survivor. Diagnosed in 2017, Jen decided to undergo a bilateral mastectomy and reconstruction, ultimately defeating her cancer and reshaping her perspective through this life-changing experience. Since her battle with cancer, Jen has gone on to become an author, public speaker, and founder and host of the Shamelessly Feminine movement, and is a true testament to the strength and resilience that can arise out of life's most difficult moments.You can find more information about Jen at:➜https://jenrozenbaum.com/➜https://www.instagram.com/jenrozenbaum/The Think Stupid Simple Podcast is a place for authentic conversation to uncover the stupid simple truths that help us succeed and find happiness.
Shamelessly Feminine with Jen Rozenbaum On this episode of the Fast Lane with Sara Jayne podcast, Sara Jayne talks to Jen Rozenbaum, a Long Island, New York-based therapeutic photographer, writer, breast cancer survivor helping women celebrate their unique femininity. Jen Rozenbaum discusses her battle with breast cancer, expressing femininity through photography, writing, and her podcast Shamelessly Feminine.Episode Highlights: Jen Rosenbaum shares her background and how she got involved in photography. Jen talks about being diagnosed with breast cancer. How did she find out that she has breast cancer? 85% of breast cancer cases don’t have breast cancer in their family. What were Jen’s next steps after getting diagnosed with breast cancer? Jen’s daughter was 12 when Jen Rozenbaum was diagnosed. We don’t see ourselves the way that other people see us. Jen Rozenbaum explains the therapeutic aspect of her photography work. People limit their lives based on their physical attributes that they assume other people are dwelling on. Look at yourself with love. What does Jen Rozenbaum do with the photos? What can we expect from Jen Rozenbaum’s book? 3 Key Points:Jennifer Rosenbaum works to help women celebrate their unique femininity via photography, writing, social media, her breast cancer journey Shed your clothes. Shed your inhibitions. Both women and men need to check their breasts and get tested for breast cancer, Resources Mentioned:Fast Lane FacebookFast Lane on Apple PodcastsJen Rozenbaum on social media: YouTube Instagram Jen Rozenbaum’s website: jenrozenbaum.comShamelessly Feminine podcast: shamelesslyfeminine.com
As a creative, have you ever said to yourself “I’m lucky to be doing what I love so therefore I sacrifice the income?” That is something that my guest Polly Alexandre used to tell herself all the time, but it came to a point where she realized she had to clear her money blocks. In this episode, she tells us how we can do it while being gentle with ourselves and valuing ourselves as creatives, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic. The bottom line is: We’re all going to be ok. Find full shownotes and connect with Polly & Jen at www.shamelesslyfeminine.com/episode-77 Key Quotes from This Episode: “What makes one person abundant could be $50k a year and working 2 days per week, and what makes someone else abundant could be a minimum of a million and they don’t feel abundant if they’re only doing $700k. Define what is an abundant life to you, and then look at what amount of money that requires to create the environment you want to exist in.” “Money is just one part of abundance, but it does buy a huge amount of freedom and choices.” “We’re all on a spiritual journey right now. You have to dig deep right now because the whole world is saying ‘there’s not enough’ right now.” Connect with Jen and Shamelessly Feminine: Join the Reconstruction™ Facebook group Follow Jen and Shamelessly Feminine on Facebook Follow Jen and Shamelessly Feminine on Instagram Subscribe to the Jen Rozenbaum YouTube Channel This episode was originally published on shamelesslyfeminine.com/episode-77. Produced by Creating Space Communications.
Join me and my guest Lannie Reid for a fascinating conversation that will connect you to the “other side.” Lannie is an intuitive medium, teacher, and healer who is passionate about speaking with angels. In this conversation, she clears up what exactly a guardian angel is, how you can know that angels are present, and what you can do in the face of doubt. Key Quotes from This Episode: “My purpose on this planet is to teach others how they can ask angels for support in their lives so they know they’re not alone.” “Everybody does have their own angel. That is my belief. Everybody has angels all around them and everybody has their own specifically guardian angel.” “A guardian angel can be somebody that has passed over and then they come and [guard somebody] but to me, a guardian angel has been with you through all your past lives and they know you on a soul level and they’re here to guide you.” Connect with Jen and Shamelessly Feminine: Join the Reconstruction™ Facebook group Follow Jen and Shamelessly Feminine on Facebook Follow Jen and Shamelessly Feminine on Instagram Subscribe to the Jen Rozenbaum YouTube Channel This episode was originally published on shamelesslyfeminine.com/episode-75. Produced by Creating Space Communications.
In this conversation with Cherie Burton, we’re talking about a few different things, including emotional healing and mental health. Cherie, an emotional wellness expert, tells us how she has a pronounced family history of mental illness and how a string of suicides by loved ones drew her to studying psychology. In her studies, she wanted to crack the code of why people were not getting well, and we take a deep dive into that topic. She also answers the questions how important are periods of rest and rebuilding? How can we have important conversations and human connection even during a global pandemic? And how is the pandemic actually a gift to us? Key Quotes from This Episode: “We’re experts because we lived through something, not because we sat in a classroom traditional and studied it.” “Your mess is your message. Whatever the universe has served up to you in the forms of trauma or dysfunction or what have you, it morphs into, in some way, what you’re meant to share, teach, bless, lift, heal the planet.” “We are more productive when we go into cycles of rest and rebuilding.” Resources: Richard Rohr Connect with Jen and Shamelessly Feminine: Join the Reconstruction™ Facebook group Follow Jen and Shamelessly Feminine on Facebook Follow Jen and Shamelessly Feminine on Instagram Subscribe to the Jen Rozenbaum YouTube Channel This episode was originally published on shamelesslyfeminine.com/episode-75. Produced by Creating Space Communications.
Cassie Parks is a manifester extraordinaire. She created a program to attract money when she needed it, then did the program while she wrote it - and she tells us all about it in this episode. We get down to the real truth of where money blocks come from, and how it’s really pretty simple to attract the wealth you desire by setting intentions as goals. You’ll also find out about a boudoir shoot using $10,000 worth of real bills and how Jimmy Choos factor into Cassie’s journey to wealth! Key Quotes from This Episode: "You have to be the person who has that experience if you’re going to get that experience." "You have to do the work to feel and open and own your own value, but you can have a conversation with your partner. It doesn’t make it just about you and feeling guilt and shame, it starts to open up that conversation." "Money can find you. It doesn’t have to come through the traditional ways that we think." Connect with Jen and Shamelessly Feminine: Join the Reconstruction™ Facebook group Follow Jen and Shamelessly Feminine on Facebook Follow Jen and Shamelessly Feminine on Instagram Subscribe to the Jen Rozenbaum YouTube Channel This episode was originally published on shamelesslyfeminine.com/episode-74. Produced by Creating Space Communications.
Dr. Orlena Kerek joins me on my newest podcast episode to tell me and the listeners all about rebooting your health and wellness. We focus on the 4 pillars of wellness that she has identified - nutrition, exercise, sleep, and emotional wellness, and how you can make adjustments in these areas in our lives and even get our kids on board. She also breaks down an experience of mine to explain how our emotional wellness can spiral downwards but also how we can consciously create a spiral upwards into positivity again. Key Quotes from This Episode: “From the age of 40 onwards, we lose muscle mass. Osteoporosis starts now and we need to start doing exercise so we’re fit and have muscle tone and bone strength so we don’t put ourselves in danger in the future.” “When you talk about negativity, it makes sense that our brains are geared to protect us. It’s about danger. Our brains are basically this mechanism of survival. But the good news is that once you’re aware of it, there are loads of things you can do by just being aware of it and create positive thoughts and generate positive emotion.” “Ask yourself if something is the truth. We love to fantasize, we love to create all of these different what ifs and these negative thoughts and negative fantasies and we believe it. Check in with yourself. Ask yourself, ‘Is this the truth right now? Right now, what is the actual truth of what you’re going through?’” Connect with Jen and Shamelessly Feminine: Join the Reconstruction™ Facebook group Follow Jen and Shamelessly Feminine on Facebook Follow Jen and Shamelessly Feminine on Instagram Subscribe to the Jen Rozenbaum YouTube Channel This episode was originally published on shamelesslyfeminine.com/episode-73. Produced by Creating Space Communications.
Being a victim of narcissistic abuse is relatively unknown in the medical community, but my guest Suzanna Quintana wants to set the record straight. A survivor of 2 abusive relationships, she knows all about what narcissism is, what it isn’t, and how to recognize it. When you’re done with this episode, you will know whether or not you are dealing with a narcissist in your life. Key Quotes From This Episode: “I didn’t know I was a victim of abuse until the tail end, when I found a psychologist who told me I was.” “You don’t even realize what’s happening to you as it’s happening. It’s the frog in a pot of cool water. The frog is totally happy because the frog likes cool water, but you turn the heat to boil, it takes some time, and by the time the frog realizes what’s happening, it’s too late. That’s exactly what narcissistic abuse is.” “Narcissists know exactly what they’re doing. If you are not a narcissist, you do not deliberately try to hurt the person you love.” Connect with Jen and Shamelessly Feminine: Join the Reconstruction™ Facebook group Follow Jen and Shamelessly Feminine on Facebook Follow Jen and Shamelessly Feminine on Instagram Subscribe to the Jen Rozenbaum YouTube Channel This episode was originally published on shamelesslyfeminine.com/episode-72. Produced by Creating Space Communications.
Are you overeating while being stuck in self-isolation? I get it, and so does my guest for this episode, Melainie Rogers, MS, RDN, CDN, CEDRD-S. Those fancy letters after her name means she’s an expert in disordered eating and eating disorders, and in our conversation, she goes over how we get caught in a cycle of overeating when stressed, why diets don’t work, and disordered eating vs. eating disorders. If you are missing connecting with others over food like I am, this episode will help you get through it. Don't forget to check out our sponsor for this episode, Hero Cosmetics! Try their Mighty Patch with the code "Shameless15" for 15% off at www.herocosmetics.com Key Quotes From This Episode: “We’re not designed to feel horrendous and overanxious. That’s not a way that we’re designed to exist, so when we are feeling that way, our survival mechanism is to try to bring that down to a more balanced level, and food in this case is seeing a purpose, bu tit also has a side effect, which is more calories than people are used to taking in.” “This may be a very temporary period and not necessarily disordered or an eating disorder because it’s very specific to the current environment. It’s so out of the norm of anything we’ve experienced.” “What was our set weight when we were 20 or 25 is a little bit different to when we’re 40 or 50 or 60 because of a multitude of factors.” “Weight is a range and we may not want to embrace that but there has to be some kind of acceptance around it and moving beyond just body image and weight on a scale even though society tells us it’s so damn important, especially for women.” Connect with Jen and Shamelessly Feminine: Join the Reconstruction™ Facebook group Follow Jen and Shamelessly Feminine on Facebook Follow Jen and Shamelessly Feminine on Instagram Subscribe to the Jen Rozenbaum YouTube Channel This episode was originally published on shamelesslyfeminine.com/episode-71. Produced by Creating Space Communications.
Jenn Scalia joins me to talk about how her gratitude rituals have led to empowerment and manifesting a life she loves, and how you can do it, too. Jenn is a visibility and mindset strategist for entrepreneurs who want to leave a legacy, and you’re going to learn all about how to support the highest version of yourself that you want to be while using gratitude to bring in what you seek. Don't forget to check out our sponsor for this episode, Hero Cosmetics! Try their Mighty Patch with the code "Shameless15" for 15% off at www.herocosmetics.com Key Quotes From This Episode: “You have to develop a thick skin and know that not everyone is going to like you but the majority of the people will. Focus on ‘I’m doing this for the people who need to hear my message’ versus ‘Oh my god, what if that one person out of a thousand people doesn’t like me?’” “I like to define authenticity as being aligned with your values.” Connect with Jen and Shamelessly Feminine: Join the Reconstruction™ Facebook group Follow Jen and Shamelessly Feminine on Facebook Follow Jen and Shamelessly Feminine on Instagram Subscribe to the Jen Rozenbaum YouTube Channel This episode was originally published on shamelesslyfeminine.com/episode-70. Produced by Creating Space Communications.
Did you know that our guts are responsible for virtually every aspect of our overall health? Tina Anderson of Just Thrive joins Jen on the podcast to talk all about it. She clears up the myths about probiotics, talks about the abuses in the pharmaceutical industry that led to the founding of Just Thrive, and lets us in on how probiotics could be helping during the COVID-19 pandemic. Find Tina at the Just Thrive website. Interested in Just Thrive's amazing products? Enter code Jen for a 15% one-time use discount, good through June 30! Check out the Just Thrive website. Connect with Jen and Shamelessly Feminine: Join the Reconstruction™ Facebook group Follow Jen and Shamelessly Feminine on Facebook Follow Jen and Shamelessly Feminine on Instagram Subscribe to the Jen Rozenbaum YouTube Channel This episode was originally published on shamelesslyfeminine.com/episode-69. Produced by Creating Space Communications.
My dear friend Gillian (“Gilly”) Stollwerk Garrett joins me on the podcast this week. If you want to hear that you’re not alone as a parent, or a self-employed person, going crazy during this pandemic, tune into this episode. Gilly and I talk about how we’re juggling being busy with not feeing productive, raising kids during COVID-19, gratitude, body positivity, and what led Gilly to create her skin care line, Gilly’s Organics. Key Quotes from the Episode: “Part of my brand is trying to educate. You can have nice, healing, beautiful, effective products without the chemicals.” “Scars, breast cancer, talking about things that seem taboo and might make them uncomfortable is the only way to get people’s attention and to tell the truth.” “Presence over perfection. What I have to say and what I have to teach is so much more important than the number on my jeans.” “I’m owning every little spot on my body, whether it’s quarantine weight or not.” Connect with Jen and Shamelessly Feminine: Join the Reconstruction™ Facebook group Follow Jen and Shamelessly Feminine on Facebook Follow Jen and Shamelessly Feminine on Instagram Subscribe to the Jen Rozenbaum YouTube Channel This episode was originally published on shamelesslyfeminine.com/episode-68. Produced by Creating Space Communications.
Tricia Dycka is a cancer survivor, intuitive empath coach, Reiki Master, and more, and she’s on the podcast today to talk about being an empath. She answers the question “what is an empath?” and talks about connecting with people close to you on a different level when you can pick up on their energies and emotions. You’ll also learn about how an empath picks on others’ positive emotions as well as the negative, and how to deal with the emotions we feel during social isolation and a global pandemic. Key Quotes from the Episode: “I want to express that whether you’re home alone or you’re in a house full of people, the four walls of your house do not protect you from emotions, which are energy in motion.” “The universe doesn’t have a verbal language so we have to pay attention to [the signs it sends].” Connect with Jen and Shamelessly Feminine: Join the Reconstruction™ Facebook group Follow Jen and Shamelessly Feminine on Facebook Follow Jen and Shamelessly Feminine on Instagram Subscribe to the Jen Rozenbaum YouTube Channel This episode was originally published on shamelesslyfeminine.com/episode-67. Produced by Creating Space Communications.
Jen Rozenbaum s a portrait photographer, author, breast cancer survivor, hostess of the Shamelessly Feminine® podcast and the founder of the Reconstruction™ movement. Through her work, she is helping women celebrate their unique femininity and helping breast cancer patients and survivors put their lives back together after cancer.Her mission is to help kick-as women who need a kick in the ass. So many great pieces of wisdom in this interview. You will be inspired!
Jen Rozenbaum from New York joined us on the podcast. Jen is a boudoir photographer, the podcast host of Shamelessly Feminine, and a breast cancer survivor. In July 2017, Jen was diagnosed at the age of 41 with stage 2 invasive lobular cancer. Jen shares her story behind the pink ribbon. She also talks about struggling through the reconstructive process, not just physically but emotionally and spiritually as well. For complete show notes, please visit www.behindthepinkribbon.com. New episodes of Behind the Pink Ribbon are release every Tuesday and Thursday at noon Mountain Standard Time. Subscribe and listen weekly on your favorite podcast player. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.
Julie Peters’ experience of sexual assault and the healing that came afterwards is powerful and a story that has to be told. This episode is full of “a-ha” moments and deep wisdom. Julie talks about her book “Want: 8 Steps to Recovering Desire, Passion, and Pleasure After Sexual Assault” and how it breaks down the healing process in an easy to digest, gentle format. She and Jen also unpack the complexities of socialization and how it shapes rape culture, and Julie gives some surprising insight into how food can help with healing. Find Julie at her website. Key Quotes from the Episode: “One of the things that I really discovered in the process of recovery for me and my experience was that it’s really not about going back to anything, it’s really much more about uncovering a new sense of self and a new perception on what the world is and really taking the lessons from whatever it is you went through and letting those be your gems and riches.” “I did a lot of research around trauma and female sexual desire and all kinds of research, but really the work of the book was delving into myself and my journey and what I’d been through and really digging up some things and processing them and working them through.” “We live in a society that has some gender binary and there’s a lot of misogyny in our culture. Even if you haven’t been sexually assaulted, something like 80+% of people who identify as women has been catcalled on the street, sexually harassed at work, felt disempowered by some way in another by the medical system, not listened to. We have a lot of these experiences where we’re told one rand over again ‘you have less value, you don’t have power.’” Connect with Jen and Shamelessly Feminine: Join the Reconstruction™ Facebook group Follow Jen and Shamelessly Feminine on Facebook Follow Jen and Shamelessly Feminine on Instagram Subscribe to the Jen Rozenbaum YouTube Channel This episode was originally published on shamelesslyfeminine.com/episode-66. Produced by Creating Space Communications.
Anti-aging is getting confusing - Lauren Dimet Waters is here to set it straight. Lauren and Jen talk on this episode about choosing the way you want to age, helping women to feel their best as long as they can, and how advertisements for anti-aging products are lying to you. Lauren is a wealth of information for all women ages 30+ and you don’t want to miss this episode! Thank you to Elemis for sponsoring this episode! Make sure to check them out here. Find Lauren at her website. Key Quotes from the Episode: "I am pro you doing whatever works for you. I am anti somebody telling you what you need to do." "If you’re using the same skin care that you were using 15 years ago, it’s time for a change." Connect with Jen and Shamelessly Feminine: Join the Reconstruction™ Facebook group Follow Jen and Shamelessly Feminine on Facebook Follow Jen and Shamelessly Feminine on Instagram Subscribe to the Jen Rozenbaum YouTube Channel This episode was originally published on shamelesslyfeminine.com/episode-65. Produced by Creating Space Communications.
This time on Shamelessly Feminine, Jen is talking to Dr. Mary Claire Haver, an OB-GYN in Texas. As her patient population aged, she was overwhelmed with the number of complaints and concerns her patients had with weight gain while going through menopause. For years, she told her patients to eat less and exercise more. It wasn’t until she, too, experienced the changes of menopause that she realized this advice doesn’t work. In this episode, she’s telling us all about how her studies of aging and nutrition caused her to develop the Galveston Diet, the first and only nutrition program in the world created by a female OB-GYN - this is no junk science. The Galveston Diet is dedicated to helping women reach their health and wellness goals through an anti-inflammatory approach to nutrition, and once you hear this interview, you will definitely want to check out the program! Find more information at GalvestonDiet.com Don't forget to check out our new sponsor, Elemis! Key Quotes from the Episode: "It's simple nutritional changes, loading up on on behavior and practices that decrease inflammation and doing away with those that add inflammation." "So I practiced on myself and literally that 20 pounds [that I gained] melted off. Not only that, I was sleeping better. My brain fog was better. I was working out better. My joints felt better. I mean, all of the non-scaled benefits were so much better." "My residency was jam packed and prevention just falls at the wayside. It's like, ‘That's common knowledge. People should just understand that inherently,’ and they actually don’t. So many things in the industry are working against us for that." Connect with Jen and Shamelessly Feminine: Join the Reconstruction™ Facebook group Follow Jen and Shamelessly Feminine on Facebook Follow Jen and Shamelessly Feminine on Instagram Subscribe to the Jen Rozenbaum YouTube Channel This episode was originally published on shamelesslyfeminine.com/episode-64. Produced by Creating Space Communications.
How can we better connect to our feminine within? That’s the question Rachael Jayne Groover, my guest on this week’s podcast episode, is answering on the regular. She has trained over 12,000 women with her Art of Feminine Presence® training, which wraps up the physical, energetic, and feminine all in one. We talk about getting clear on the yin and yang aspects of life as opposed to the feminine vs. masculine, how to keep the embodiment of the feminine in everything we do, and how meditation can not only bring us into the present more, but also bring us back to the feminine within so that we can truly be seen. Check out Rachael Jayne's website at https://rachaeljayne.com/ Key Quotes from the Episode: “If we still the mind, we then automatically connect to our life force.” “Everybody on the planet has a different version of what feminine means and what masculine means. In the Art of Feminine Presence®, we pull apart feminine and masculine to yin and yang as separate things, so we can really get clear on what the yin and yang aspects of life are. Most people would think of masculine as yang and feminine as yin, but let’s take feminine and masculine out of it.” “A lot of women want to be seen, but then they don’t want to be seen, because there’s that fear of that.” Connect with Jen and Shamelessly Feminine: Join the Reconstruction™ Facebook group Follow Jen and Shamelessly Feminine on Facebook Follow Jen and Shamelessly Feminine on Instagram Subscribe to the Jen Rozenbaum YouTube Channel This episode was originally published on shamelesslyfeminine.com/episode-63. Produced by Creating Space Communications.
Jen Mazer is the Queen of Manifestation and she’s my guest for this episode. She sets the record straight about manifestation (what it is, what it isn’t), and lays it all out for us to understand how it works. She reminds us it’s not about controlling, but surrendering, and letting abundance soar into your life. Find Jen Mazer and her book, Manifesting Made Easy, at www.queenofmanifestation.com Key Quotes from the Episode: “We’re all being guided. We’re all energy receivers and givers.” “Our thoughts are creating our reality. If you feel good about something, it’s the right thing for you.” “The practice is finding the gratitude in the obstacle.” “The Universe believes in us way more than we believe in ourselves.” Connect with Jen and Shamelessly Feminine: Join the Reconstruction™ Facebook group Follow Jen and Shamelessly Feminine on Facebook Follow Jen and Shamelessly Feminine on Instagram Subscribe to the Jen Rozenbaum YouTube Channel This episode was originally published on shamelesslyfeminine.com/episode-62. Produced by Creating Space Communications.
This week I’m joined by Melissa Berry, the Cancer Fashionista. This is an honest and eye-opening interview about what it is like for those of us who have experienced breast cancer. We cover surgical and medical menopause, changes to our bodies, and what it was like to experience chemotherapy. If you are battling, recovering from, or are in remission from cancer, this episode is chock full of advice and tips for you to feel and look your best. (It’s also great for people who are supporting others with cancer!) You can also watch the video version of this episode over at my YouTube channel - don’t forget to subscribe! Please check out our sponsor for this episode, Bambino! Key Quotes from the Episode: “Going bathing suit shopping was never fun. It required a mimosa beforehand. But now it’s hard, because your body is different.” “You just have to embrace [your body]. You have to work with what you have. Technology is great in the world of fashion. There are so many options out there.” “Learn to accept where you are at each chapter and be patient with yourself.” Resources: Ami Wellness Ana Ono SaltyGirl Beauty Violets are Blue Connect with Jen and Shamelessly Feminine: Join the Reconstruction™ Facebook group Follow Jen and Shamelessly Feminine on Facebook Follow Jen and Shamelessly Feminine on Instagram Subscribe to the Jen Rozenbaum YouTube Channel This episode was originally published on shamelesslyfeminine.com/episode-61. Produced by Creating Space Communications.
Happy 2020 and welcome back to the podcast! Big announcement: I’m starting 2020 off strong with a new podcast sponsor, Tipsy Chics, the solution for fun products that make fantastic gifts. Check them out at www.tipsychics.com and use our promo code, Shameless. Now on to this episode. 2019 was a hard year, but we’re still standing. And there is no better person to remind us that we are strong fighters than my friend Leah Brathwaite, author and soul advisor. We’re talking leaving religion, soul searching, making big changes that feed your soul, happiness, and even yoga. I’m also plugging her new book, "A New Way of Life: A Guide for Transformation from Living a Lie to Freeing Your Soul," which you can find at her website, www.leahbrathwaite.com Key Quotes from the Episode: "The main thing is what do you believe? That’s something you need to formulate on your own. Does that resonate as true to you? Only you can decide for yourself." "It’s a constant evolution. It’s like an onion of uncovering more truth, more authenticity. That’s what life is supposed to be about. This constant evolution." "Remember that tiny spark, that tiny flame within you, can illuminate even a cavernous black hole." Connect with Jen and Shamelessly Feminine: Join our Shamelessly Feminine Facebook Group Follow Jen and Shamelessly Feminine on Facebook Follow Jen and Shamelessly Feminine on Instagram This episode was originally published on shamelesslyfeminine.com/episode-60. Produced by Creating Space Communications.
Emotional eating healer Jessica Procini joins me this week, and she is on a mission to help busy, successful, driven women use food as fuel instead of a way to cope, soothe, or escape from their busy stressful lives. You're going to learn how to observe whether you are engaging in emotional eating and how Jessica can help you get freedom, peace, and integrity when it comes to treating your body right. Key Quotes from the Episode: "We have to be able to process and really feel and digest our happiness in a healthy way, otherwise it turns into a way where we sabotage ourselves." "We’re meant to have a peaceful, loving, healthy relationship with food." "We have to face ourselves every single day, multiple times a day. We can either do it in a chaotic, compulsive way, or we can do it from a real place of freedom, peace, and integrity." Connect with Jen and Shamelessly Feminine: Join our Shamelessly Feminine Facebook Group Follow Jen and Shamelessly Feminine on Facebook Follow Jen and Shamelessly Feminine on Instagram This episode was originally published on shamelesslyfeminine.com/episode-59. Produced by Creating Space Communications.
We’re talking relationships this week - the good, the bad, and the ugly. My guest Stephanie McPhail helps women “date up,” and after she did a lot of her own “dating down,” she has come to a place where she can support women who are transitioning from a bad situation to a better one. But don’t worry, this episode is full of hope and REAL, practical advice for people getting out of abusive relationships. Key Quotes from the Episode: “You feel the fear and do it anyway. You get so used to what you know is not good for you, but it’s just what you know. When I made a decision to leave [abuse], I made a decision to change my life.” “When you’re working on a muscle you work on it from a bunch of different angles, but when it comes to healing, we don’t work on just the emotional part; the physical, social, emotional, and spiritual need to be worked on.” Connect with Jen and Shamelessly Feminine: Join our Shamelessly Feminine Facebook Group Follow Jen and Shamelessly Feminine on Facebook Follow Jen and Shamelessly Feminine on Instagram This episode was originally published on shamelesslyfeminine.com/episode-58. Edited by Creating Space Communications.
This time I'm joined by CrisMarie Campbell and Susan Clarke, a duo that is unlocking the keys to how conflict can be a catalyst for creativity, renewal, and intimacy in relationships. They speak about the inspiration for their book The Beauty of Conflict for Couples from within their own relationship. You'll also find out so many simple ways to settle yourself in the midst of conflict, plus, how to find empathy in your relationships. To order your copy of their book The Beauty of Conflict for Couples, to follow CrisMarie and Susan on social media, and to download free resources, visit their website at thriveinc.com Don't forget to subscribe to their podcast! Key Quotes from the Episode: “When conflict comes up, that is the essence of creativity.” “Our lives can become transactional. Talk about what’s working and what’s not, and be willing not to solve it right away, but actually get underneath it.” Connect with Jen and Shamelessly Feminine: Join our Shamelessly Feminine Facebook Group Follow Jen and Shamelessly Feminine on Facebook Follow Jen and Shamelessly Feminine on Instagram This episode was originally published on shamelesslyfeminine.com/episode-57. Edited by Creating Space Communications.
Jen Rozenbaum is a boudoir photographer who has dedicated herself to helping women discover their femininity and celebrate it shamelessly. She runs a boutique boudoir studio in New York and is a Nikon Ambassador and on Westcott’s Top Pro Team. She’s an educator, speaker, podcaster and author that helps other photographers build their business and their life. In this episode, we talk about Jen’s mission for her clients as a boudoir photographer and what it means to be Shamelessly Feminine. Jen shares her journey healing from breast cancer and how cancer changed her life and relationship with fear. We travel to a hole in the ground in Peru where Jen experienced the fertility goddess Pachamama and her tips for setting healthy boundaries in life. We explore her challenges and self-discovery while writing and then rewriting a book about fear, body positivity, shame, loving yourself and relationships. We discuss meditation, trauma and the brain and how Jen has learned to have a lot more grace for herself. This is We Are Photographers with Jen Rozenbaum and this is her story. Connect with Jen Rozenbaum on jenrozenbaum.com and @jenrozenbaum on IG, FB, TW and YouTube. Listen to all We Are Photographers episodes on CreativeLive and subscribe anywhere you get your podcasts!
What does it look like for you to be fit in your life right now? What does your body need today? And how can a working woman keep up with her health while she travels? Personal trainer and podcaster Jen Whitmore and I talk about practical ways to stay fit in your real life, why it’s important, and what you can do to take care of yourself while you’re on the road. If you’ve ever wondered how to protect your health as you travel and what being fit is all about, listen in. Fit Bodies Come in All Shapes + Sizes If you want to stay motivated and inspired when you’re online, follow someone on social media who looks like you, e.g. she is the same height and body type as you are. It’s important to identify with someone who is the same size and shape as you. Your body changes as you age so it’s important to ask, “What’s good for my body? What does being healthy in my body look like?” There’s always outside input wherever you go, but remember that health is crucial to living life. Listen to What Your Body Needs It’s important to know what your body can physically handle. Losing weight takes time. You need to build up to things. You can’t go from zero minutes of working out to 60 minutes of working out in one session. Remember that the female body goes through so much: childbirth, miscarriage, menopause, monthly periods. Women tend to keep their emotions in their bodies. How to Be Healthy When You Travel Jen’s “Road Warriors Wellness Concierge” service helps busy business travelers. For many business travelers, they have a vacation mindset even when they’re not on vacation. We eat bad things because we want to experience new things. However, we can’t afford a vacation mindset when consistently traveling. Traveling also means that you’re busy, you don’t know where to go for healthy options, and you’re entertaining clients. These factors make it easy to throw in the towel on health when you travel. Not only do you need to eat well, but you need to exercise. Jen’s program helps give control back to travelers. Practical Advice to Stay Healthy Make sure you don’t have a vacation mindset when you’re traveling for business. Be mindful. Exercise when you travel. (Jen’s program helps provide accountability for this!) Connect with Jen Whitmore: Instagram Facebook LinkedIn Jen Whitmore is an ACSM Certified Personal Trainer and has been in the health and fitness arena for 12 years. Jen is the creator of "Adventuring The Girl Life" Podcast and "Road Warrior Wellness Concierge". Jen Helps busy business travelers obtain control over their health by building nutrition and training itineraries for them. Jen helps you take your health with you wherever you go. Connect with Jen and Shamelessly Feminine: Join our Shamelessly Feminine Facebook Group Follow Shamelessly Feminine on Facebook Follow Shamelessly Feminine on Instagram Key Quotes from the Episode: “As you continue to age, staying healthy and keeping your weight under control are all important things.” - Jen Whitmore “I have to take care of my body to the best of my ability so I can live longer.” - Jen Whitmore “You have to know yourself.” - Jen Whitmore This episode was originally published on shamelesslyfeminine.com/episode50
Is it easier for you to forgive yourself or forgive others? What makes that so? How can you live life intentionally so you don’t waste a second? Lauren and I dive into forgiveness and dating in this episode, which are very interconnected actually. After Lauren comes back from the retreat she shared about in Episode 48, we dissect what forgiveness looks like, if it’s easier to date when you’re in your 20s or when you’re older, and so much more. Here’s what Lauren learned at the Matthew Hussey Retreat and there are some gems in here friends! The Two Types of Forgiveness The forgiveness of others The forgiveness of self Lauren shares an example that Matthew Hussey used at the retreat that really helped her understand how to forgive yourself: Imagine a relay race. Now imagine that the first runner trips. The fourth runner in that race isn’t wasting any time getting mad at the first runner because she is simply running as fast as she can to make up the time. Matthew said that your life is a relay race and that every day you’re a new runner. There is no point in berating yourself when you’ve got a race to run. Dating + Living with Intention Lauren shares that she will date again because she’s not who she once was. She loved this insight from Matthew: Living with intention may not spark much change in your routines or life. Instead, living with intention may simply look like being aware of what your heart is saying. Dating When You’re Younger (20s) vs. Dating When You’re Older (30s, 40s) Dating is different as you age. Your standards change. The pool from which you can date has changed. You have different life experiences. Remember that you have choices in who you date and whether you date, but even those choices can be overwhelming. As you age, you realize that you’ve made mistakes and that you can be harder on yourself than on others. Connect with Lauren Trantham: Ride My Road (Facebook) Ride My Road (Website) Authentic Media Training (Facebook) Authentic Media Training (Website) Lauren Trantham’s superpower is fierce tenderheartedness. Just imagine an elite ninja crossed with a hopeful romantic and you can understand her personality! She believes in black coffee, dark beer, shooting straight liquor, and that true strength lies in vulnerability. When she is not riding her motorcycle or traveling the world she is helping entrepreneurs find their authentic message so they can grow their business by getting real. Connect with Jen and Shamelessly Feminine: Join our Shamelessly Feminine Facebook Group Follow Shamelessly Feminine on Facebook Follow Shamelessly Feminine on Instagram Key Quotes from the Episode: “We worry about the future. We berate ourselves for the past. But again, it brings it back to: We only have today.” - Jen Rozenbaum “Live life bigger. Join groups. Take chances. Have courage.” - Lauren Trantham “I don’t want to waste a second.” - Lauren Trantham “Part of forgiveness is a willingness to go out in the world and be wrong.” - Jen Rozenbaum “Forgive yourself, and with forgiving others: just let it go.” - Lauren Trantham This episode was originally published on shamelesslyfeminine.com/episode49.
It all started with a Facebook post by my friend (and today’s co-host) Jana Vallone when she shared a link to a Sports Illustrated story about hip cleavage being a new trend. You guys know that I’m all about accepting all body types, but when did women’s body types get “trendy”? And is that even ok? My fellow boudoir photographer and today’s podcast co-host Jana Vallone and I share our thoughts about body trends, body image, and the media in this episode. If you’re ready for an unfiltered conversation about who and why women’s bodies are deemed trendy, listen in. What’s Going on With Body “Trends” Jana and I agree that we are thankful that all body types are now being featured in the media, but my concern is that our bodies can even be trendy at all. We know that you can’t change the shape of your body although you can gain/lose weight or have surgery. But we have fallen victim to the idea that our bodies can become trendy. Body Terms You and I hear the terms “plus size,” “curvy,” and “fat” every day. In the 1980s and 1990s, Kate Moss and the waif-ish look was in. Now, J. Lo, Nicki Minaj, and Kim Kardashian are trendy. Their bodies have been under the knife so how can we keep up with that? How you feel about your body impacts every interaction and relationship you have. Dad Bod versus Mom Bod In our society, Dad Bod, a.k.a. letting yourself go, is considered cool while Mom Bod needs to be “fixed.” Men find women rising up as intimidating. Men are scared of women’s bodies so they make women’s bodies trendy. Labeling our bodies and what’s “trendy” is a form of control. Conclusion: Let’s ask the question, “Is it ok that you’re being labeled as trendy?” Question what you see and what the media feeds you. What’s hidden underneath? What are the motives behind the message? Key Quotes from the Episode: “Women’s attractiveness has a shelf life.” - Jen Rozenbaum “I can’t understand how we’ve made body image … trendy.” - Jen Rozenbaum “How about the trend should be, ‘No two bodies are the same so whatever you have, love that’?” - Jen Rozenbaum “Let’s make sure that we’re all inclusive.” - Jana Vallone “Body image and body acceptance affect every, single woman.” - Jen Rozenbaum “We have to be smarter than the trends.” - Jana Vallone “Fight where you can and question, question, question.” - Jana Vallone Connect with Jana Vallone: Instagram Website Connect with Jen and Shamelessly Feminine: Join our Shamelessly Feminine Facebook Group Follow Shamelessly Feminine on Facebook Follow Shamelessly Feminine on Instagram This episode was originally published on shamelesslyfeminine.com/episode46.
Do you find that you like everything to be perfect? That you can’t stand it when you let someone down? Do you have a low tolerance for mistakes? And does forgiving yourself seem impossible? Lauren and I dissect our lives as we talk about what perfectionism is, why we can’t stand making mistakes, and how to forgive ourselves. You’ll also hear about the mistake Lauren made for a charity event, the time I hit a 95-year old man with my car, and an email from a fan declaring his love for me. You won’t want to miss this episode. Letting Go of Perfectionism Recently, Lauren left off her partner’s logo on a graphic promoting a charity event. She felt horrible. Here’s one question to ask yourself when you’re struggling with being perfect: What is the truth in this situation? Making Mistakes Lauren believes that she’s not so much a perfectionist, but someone who doesn’t want to let anyone down. When she does make a mistake, she resolves to be better only to let someone down again. Here are several questions to ask yourself when you’re struggling with being perfect: Where does that thought come from? Do I hold people to the same standards that I hold myself to? What stories am I telling myself? Forgiving Yourself Others may forgive you far more easily than you forgive yourself. Here’s one question to ask yourself when things don’t go as you planned: Can I forgive myself when I make a mistake? Your Next Steps Remember that perfectionism can show up in body image and unrealistic expectations. Read this Psychology Today article, Mothers are Drowning in Stress, to get an idea. Here are two more questions to ask when you’re struggling with perfectionism, making mistakes, and forgiving yourself: Who do I have to be perfect for, i.e. who demands perfection from me? What is real? If you struggle with perfectionism and a low tolerance for mistakes, will you get back with us? Let us know if you struggle in these areas too! Other Episodes Mentioned: Episode 40: Pachamama - A Moving Experience in Peru Connect with Lauren Trantham: Ride My Road (Facebook) Ride My Road (Website) Authentic Media Training (Facebook) Authentic Media Training (Website) Lauren Trantham’s superpower is fierce tenderheartedness. Just imagine an elite ninja crossed with a hopeful romantic and you can understand her personality! She believes in black coffee, dark beer, shooting straight liquor, and that true strength lies in vulnerability. When she is not riding her motorcycle or traveling the world she is helping entrepreneurs find their authentic message so they can grow their business by getting real. Key Quotes from the episode: There’s so much pressure on women to be perfect. - Jen Rozenbaum Perfection isn’t real. - Jen Rozenbaum Perfectionism comes back to self-worth and forgiveness. - Lauren Trantham We’re trying to be everything all the time. - Jen Rozenbaum Connect with Jen and Shamelessly Feminine: Join our Shamelessly Feminine Facebook Group Follow Shamelessly Feminine on Facebook Follow Shamelessly Feminine on Instagram This episode was originally published on shamelesslyfeminine.com/episode44.
Stress is a part of life, especially for women who are passionate about what they’re doing. So how does it affect us and what are five practical ways you can de-stress today? My co-host Lauren Trantham and I share three ways stress impacts life, what’s stressing us out right now, and five practices to help battle stress. You know you’re stressed right now so join us in this friendly conversation about stress and how we all struggle with it. The Impact of Stress As women, we care for everyone and everything around us. We take on a lot and that responsibility has an impact. Stress Impacts You Emotionally It’s easy to pull back from our friends when you need people the most. You may not share what’s going on in your life so you feel isolated or you may not be as available for your friends as you’d like to be. There’s also the element of guilt that you’re not a good friend or daughter when you’re in stress. Stress Impacts Your Mindset Stress also makes every problem seem bigger. Keeping perspective is hard because everything seems like a big deal and small things can set you off. Stress Impacts Your Body Sometimes in times of stress, your brain seems to shut down and you can’t think clearly. Your body tells you that you can’t push it to do any more than it’s already doing. High-emotion times can lead to sickness. What’s Stressing You Out You’re a woman who knows what she wants and is multi-passionate. One area that may cause you stress is work, but how do you not do what you’re passionate about? How do you do what you love without getting overly stressed? How do you not over-do it, get work done, and take care of yourself? Five Practical Strategies to Help Manage Stress Ask yourself, “Who am I? What do I want?” In stress, you may feel disconnected from your “why.” Find gratitude in the mundane. We lose sight of all we have to be thankful for in times of stress. Develop a game plan. Go through the options at your disposal with friends, family, or co-workers. Rest in awe. Do something that amazes you and is restful. Rest and relax in what lights you up. Remember you always have 10 minutes. Take a deep breath. Step outside. Read a book. Meditate. Conclusion: Lauren and I don’t have the answers to stress, but we are right there with you. You’ve got the tools that can help you manage the stress. It’s just a matter of using them. Other Episodes Mentioned: Episode 26: Practicing Mindfulness with Cory Muscara Connect with Lauren Trantham: Ride My Road (Website) Ride My Road (Facebook) Authentic Media Training (Facebook) Authentic Media Training (Website) Lauren Trantham’s superpower is fierce tenderheartedness. Just imagine an elite ninja crossed with a hopeful romantic and you can understand her personality! She believes in black coffee, dark beer, shooting straight liquor, and that true strength lies in vulnerability. When she is not riding her motorcycle or traveling the world she is helping entrepreneurs find their authentic message so they can grow their business by getting real. Key Quotes from the Episode: “Women take on a lot.” - Jen Rozenbaum “Can I find gratitude?” - Jen Rozenbaum “Rest in awe.” - Lauren Trantham Connect with Jen and Shamelessly Feminine: Join our Shamelessly Feminine Facebook Group Follow Shamelessly Feminine on Facebook Follow Shamelessly Feminine on Instagram This episode was originally published on shamelesslyfeminine.com/episode43.
On this week's episode of Tea Time with Tajuana, Tajuana sits down with photographer, author, podcaster, breast cancer survivor and encourager of all women who need a little extra kick in the right direction Jen Rozenbaum What being a breast cancer survivor has taught her about being a woman Boudoir Photography & how it empowers women Shamelessly Feminine podcast Becoming an author How women take up space WITHOUT apology Jen on IG: @jenrozenabum; @shortlegstalldreams; @jencreatesart Jen's website:https://jenrozenbaum.com/
What does confidence have to do with reaching your potential? What’s one secret you need to know to live more confidently today? And how does your wardrobe impact how others respond to you? Devoreaux Walton, an author and confidence coach, joins me as we talk about confidence, self-talk, and your wardrobe. While we don’t see eye-to-eye on everything we talk, we still collaborate and connect, and respect the heck out of each other! If your confidence needs a boost and you don’t know where to start, listen to Devoreaux’s wisdom. Devoreaux’s Journey from Feeling Stuck to Living with Confidence In 2014, Devoreaux was frustrated. She felt stuck working at a job she didn’t enjoy. She wanted to be confident and charismatic, but she wasn’t. Then she discovered counseling and therapy then she hired a life coach and audited her closet. Through her experience, she discovered “insider secrets” to become confident in who you are. One insider secret is to be aware of your mindset and to understand the power of self-talk. We all have lots of thoughts throughout the day with the majority being negative. Being self-aware of the thoughts you’re thinking can shift the focus of the negative and toward the positive. But how do you stop the negative self-talk? Focus on gratitude. Ask yourself, “What’s the best-case scenario?” Focus on the good that can happen. What happens when the best-case scenario doesn’t happen? Remember to control what you can control, which is what you do, say, and think. When the outcome doesn’t go your way, think through what went well and what could be improved for next time. Honor yourself for what you did well and then evaluate what could go better the next time. How does your wardrobe impact your confidence? There’s a massive impact between clothing and confidence. How you dress impacts how others view you and how you view yourself. The response you get from people when you wear yoga pants will be a different response than when you wear a suit. After a difficult emotional time, dressing in a way that makes you feel confident and taking good care of yourself will help you feel more empowered. Spending time the night before can make a world of difference in having a successful tomorrow. What if you’re multi-faceted and you’re unsure what image you want to show the world? There are times and places for everything. In general, it’s possible to have a consistent theme with your colors, fabrics and textures no matter what roles you play. So what is Devoreaux’s Style? Her style has evolved because style is all about continuous improvement. We’re all changing and growing. It’s about a journey and enjoying the present moment. Three to four years ago, Devoreaux’s style was more Americana, e.g. J. Crew and Ralph Lauren. Now, she prefers timeless elegance like Talbots, St. John, and Chanel. Her wardrobe has really shrunk. She encourages us to get rid of things that don’t fit, that we haven’t worn in a while, and aren’t respectful to our bodies. Audit your closet and maximize the essentials in your wardrobe. Devoreaux believes that women should always cover their derrieres, bosoms, and mid-sections. I don’t agree with this. But that’s okay! Connect with Devoreaux Walton: Website YouTube Facebook Devoreaux Walton is an author and confidence coach who serves as the CEO and Founder at The Modern Lady, a lifestyle company that educates and empowers women to live their best lives. Walton and her team teach women worldwide how to elevate their lives with elegance – helping them to unlock and unleash their feminine power through coaching, courses, and community. Walton knows the power of mindset, wardrobe, and charisma, and teaches timeless life principles for women to upgrade the essence of their chic selves to truly thrive. A Spelman College graduate with a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology and a Washington University in St. Louis graduate with a Master’s degree in Business Administration, Walton is candid about sharing lessons learned from her corporate career at Google and IBM to inform and inspire her clients. A Southern belle from Atlanta, Georgia, Walton currently resides in Dallas, Texas, with her Maltipoo daughter, Nyla. Listen + Subscribe on Apple Podcasts or STITCHER We’d greatly appreciate a podcast rating and review so that we can reach more women! Search for the podcast in your podcast app (Shamelessly Feminine) Scroll down and click 5 stars Tap “Write a Review” & enter a brief review Press send Key Quotes from the Episode: “The real problem lies in the fact that most women are constantly focusing on only the areas of improvement and not the areas of excellence.” - Devoreaux Walton “It’s about you being able to like what you see in the mirror.” - Devoreaux Walton You’ll have much more joy and confidence when you’re authentic.” - Devoreaux Walton “Who we are today is a reflection of who we want to be today.” - Devoreaux Walton “We can all live differently and still be powerful and amazing and a collective.” - Jen Rozenbaum Connect with Jen and Shamelessly Feminine: Join our Shamelessly Feminine Facebook Group Follow Shamelessly Feminine on Facebook Follow Shamelessly Feminine on Instagram This episode was originally published on shamelesslyfeminine.com/episode42.
How can you discover your femininity? Is it possible to embrace your aging self? And why are sexuality and femininity so closely tied together? I chat with MILF podcast host and author Jennifer Tracy dive deep as we talk about femininity, sensuality, and sexuality as women in our 40s. Jennifer shares her personal story about how she discovered her femininity and what pole dancing as to do with all of it! How Pole Dancing Changed Jennifer’s Life Initially, Jennifer took a pole dancing class as a fundraiser hosted by a friend. She’d done burlesque and belly dancing before so she was comfortable in her skin and didn’t think the class would be that big of a deal. However, she walked into a dark room with no mirrors and she felt very awkward in her body during the class. But it was through this class that she started to wake up to her own sexuality and sensuality. Pole dancing is not about form or choreography, but all about organic movement and feeling alive. Before she started pole dancing, she felt frumpy and wore baggy clothes. Now she’s told she’s sexy just by how she carries herself. Jennifer’s Journey in Discovering her Femininity Jennifer’s femininity-journey changed everything in her life in three major ways: As she rediscovered her femininity, she realized that her marriage wasn’t working. She and her husband went to counseling, but eventually got a divorce. Jennifer changed the kind of woman she was around. She was now drawn to people who were confident, empowered, and didn’t want her to dim her light. Her creative juices were flowing so she wrote a novel. Aging + Sexuality As a 40-year-old woman, I often don’t see myself in ads. I feel forgotten and overlooked. Jennifer also said that she tries not to judge her wrinkles and skin tone. When my doctor suggested that my ovaries be removed, I cried. Here’s what Jennifer said: “There is a grieving that goes along with all of these stages that is natural and needs to be honored.” Our culture doesn’t give us space to grieve. Jennifer also realized that as she gets older, she needs more rest. She reminds us that our bodies will tell us what we need. Why Do Sensuality and Femininity Live so Closely Together? Jennifer says that in ancient Egypt and Greece, sensuality came with empowerment. Beautiful women were adorned in beautiful clothes. Through the ages, there’s a great deal of power in beauty and sensuality. Beauty, love, sex, and lust are very powerful. Connect with Jennifer Tracy: Podcast Website Instagram Listen + Subscribe on Apple Podcasts or STITCHER We’d greatly appreciate a podcast rating and review so that we can reach more women! Search for the podcast in your podcast app (Shamelessly Feminine) Scroll down and click 5 stars Tap “Write a Review” & enter a brief review Press send Connect with Jen and Shamelessly Feminine: Join our Shamelessly Feminine Facebook Group Follow Shamelessly Feminine on Facebook Follow Shamelessly Feminine on Instagram Key Quotes from the Episode: “There’s a difference between being alive and feeling alive.” - Jen Rozenbaum “There is a grieving that goes along with all of these stages that is natural and needs to be honored.” - Jennifer Tracy “For me, getting older is getting better at listening to [my body], honoring it, and letting it be.” - Jennifer Tracy Connect with Jen and Shamelessly Feminine: Join our Shamelessly Feminine Facebook Group Follow Shamelessly Feminine on Facebook Follow Shamelessly Feminine on Instagram This episode was originally published on shamelesslyfeminine.com/episode41.
Listen + Subscribe on Apple Podcasts or STITCHER We’d greatly appreciate a podcast rating and review so that we can reach more women! Search for the podcast in your podcast app (Shamelessly Feminine) Scroll down and click 5 stars Tap “Write a Review” & enter a brief review Press send MEET THE GUEST: Lauren Trantham’s superpower is fierce tenderheartedness. Just imagine an elite ninja crossed with a hopeful romantic and you can understand her personality! She believes in black coffee, dark beer, shooting straight liquor and that true strength lies in vulnerability. When she is not riding her motorcycle or traveling the world she is helping entrepreneurs find their authentic message so they can grow their business by getting real. WHERE TO FIND Lauren ONLINE: Ride My Road (Facebook) Ride My Road (Website) Authentic Media Training (Facebook) Authentic Media Training (Website) EPISODE SUMMARY: Let’s put back feminine back into feminist! Lauren and I share our thoughts on what it means to be shamelessly feminine in 2019. There are also times in life when we may feel like our femininity is threatened. For example, for women like myself who struggled with breast cancer or infertility. These are things that define us as women, so what do you do when it’s taken away from you? I share my experience of having a mastectomy and how I found my femininity in other places. Our bodies and minds are always changing. You can either constantly compare yourself to what you looked like 10, 20, 30 years ago, or you can embrace what’s going on now because it won’t be the same later! “Being sexy doesn’t undermine my intelligence!” - Lauren Trantham No two women are the same. Lauren and I share our journeys into motherhood and it’s interesting to see how different our stories are. We are all trying to figure this out in our own way. What is the difference between masculinity and toxic masculinity? Lauren talks on the difference between the two and how many men are struggling to figure out how to be masculine in a healthy way. “How are we defining femininity without taking the time to define masculinity as well?” -Lauren Trantham Show up the way that you want to! Many people question my mothering when I’m out traveling for work and the truth is, for me to be a decent mom, I need to get away from my family sometimes. Motherhood is hard and you don’t have to lose your identity to be a good mom. “You show up in the world the way that you want to be, that’s shamelessly feminine!” - Jen Rozenbaum Let’s Connect! See all that Jennifer has to offer at Shamelessly Feminine! Join The Shamelessly Feminine Facebook Group and continue the conversation! Connect more with Jennifer on Facebook and Instagram!
Listen + Subscribe on Apple Podcasts or STITCHER We’d greatly appreciate a podcast rating and review so that we can reach more women! Search for the podcast in your podcast app (Shamelessly Feminine) Scroll down and click 5 stars Tap “Write a Review” & enter a brief review Press send MEET THE GUEST: Lauren Trantham’s superpower is fierce tenderheartedness. Just imagine an elite ninja crossed with a hopeful romantic and you can understand her personality! She believes in black coffee, dark beer, shooting straight liquor, and that true strength lies in vulnerability. When she is not riding her motorcycle or traveling the world she is helping entrepreneurs find their authentic message so they can grow their business by getting real. WHERE TO FIND Lauren ONLINE: Ride My Road (Facebook) Ride My Road (Website) Authentic Media Training (Facebook) Authentic Media Training (Website) EPISODE SUMMARY: Being authentic in social media is something I talk about a lot. Lauren and I share our thoughts about what we see on other people’s social media accounts. Are what we are seeing their highlight reel or is it truly their REAL self? “The power of vulnerability really unites people.” - Lauren Trantham Lauren talks on how much you can be vulnerable online and not come off as being negative. Real life can be hard sometimes but what Lauren does best is try to share her struggles as an inspiration for others. Look at authenticity as a purpose and an obligation to help the world. Your story matters and needs to be heard! When it comes to sharing your story, what should you share and what shouldn't you share? Lauren and I don’t always talk about everything in our lives, especially if it’s about someone else. That’s their story to share. “When women can be authentic and open in real life, it really helps create better relationships.” - Jennifer Rozenbaum How can you tell if someone is being real on social media? Lauren shares some of the cues she pays attention to. She says it’s about consistency with that person’s message. Are all big-time influencers fake?! As a New Yorker, I am a skeptic and I questions everything! But, comparing ourselves to the influencers can be terrible on your self-esteem. Lauren talks about noticing your feelings when you’re scrolling through Instagram. Should you have a curated feed? When I see “perfect” social media feeds, I call bullshit! Does it attract more followers? Maybe, but that’s not what I’m about. But, it also depends on what you do. If you’re trying to be vulnerable and be real, the perfect curated feed doesn’t work. “Unfollow anyone that doesn’t make you happy when you’re scrolling through your feed!” - Jennifer Rozenbaum Let’s Connect! See all that Jennifer has to offer at Shamelessly Feminine! Join The Shamelessly Feminine Facebook Group and continue the conversation! Connect more with Jennifer on Facebook and Instagram!
In 2015, postpartum depression left Brooke searching for an identity beyond parenting and partnering. Like many, she felt a sexier self was underneath her other roles but no one was helping her, nor her peers, access it. Brooke decided to give moms just like her what they secretly craved: honest, open conversation about the struggles of staying sexy amid the craziness of a busy life. Brooke connects with women quickly and potently. Why? Because she’s just like them: a frazzled mom, a busy wife, a woman who struggles with her post-baby body daily. Her blog, social media posts and speaking engagements produce an inspiring chorus of “me toos!” from women across the country who are desperate to be heard, understood and most of all, lifted up. Having formerly run marketing & promotions at top women’s magazines like InStyle, Harper's Bazaar and O, The Oprah Magazine, Brooke leverages her former role as a fashion and beauty influencer to not only change women’s sex lives but to change women themselves. Oh yeah, and she’s addicted to vibrators. WHERE TO FIND BROOKE ONLINE: Website Facebook Instagram EPISODE SUMMARY: How do you feel about Valentine's day? Brooke and I share our thoughts about the whole day and we should look at the day differently. Brooke mentions how we should stop pressuring ourselves to have sex with our significant others just because it’s Valentine’s Day! What’s the best sex toy?! Brooke gives us her best seller and how just like having a great wardrobe, you need to have a great sex toy wardrobe as well! What can you do if you’d like to try a toy but concerned about your spouse’s reaction? Brooke shares tips on the best way to bring up the topic and not make it awkward! Statistics show that women in their 60s are having more sex! Brooke talks on why that is but also some struggles they face when their body is all of a sudden changing. “I’m not going to let menopause steal the youth that I still have left.” Jen Rozenbaum What does being “old” even mean? Brooke and I share our thoughts on when we turned 40 and how it doesn’t mean that you’re “old”! Do whatever makes you feel great, no matter how old you are. “You have to do whatever it is to makes you feel confident and sexy!” - Brooke Christian Let’s start being honest with ourselves. We are all flawed people and Brooke shares a vulnerable story about herself and how important it is to have self-awareness. Also, it’s totally ok to unfollow some that you don’t relate to! Don’t be afraid to show your authentic self, because that is what everyone really wants. Brooke and I talk about influencers and how we need to show others the real stuff. “You’re already beautiful, you just don’t realize it!” - Brooke Christian Let’s Connect! See all that Jennifer has to offer at Shamelessly Feminine! Join The Shamelessly Feminine Facebook Group and continue the conversation! Connect more with Jennifer on Facebook and Instagram!
Listen + Subscribe on Apple Podcasts or STITCHER We’d greatly appreciate a podcast rating and review so that we can reach more women! Search for the podcast in your podcast app (Shamelessly Feminine) Scroll down and click 5 stars Tap “Write a Review” & enter a brief review Press send MEET THE GUEST: Mallika Malhotra is a professional photographer, brand strategist, mentor and author of The Brand Photography Playbook. After years working in the corporate advertising world, she now helps ambitious women entrepreneurs bring their brand to life through visual storytelling. Her mission is to empower women to stop hiding behind their business and confidently become the face of their brand. When she is not taking pictures or building brands, she is at home with her three sons and husband, drinking coffee or red wine and dreaming about their next global adventure. WHERE TO FIND Mallika Malhotra ONLINE: Website Instagram Facebook EPISODE SUMMARY: As a brand photographer, Mallika shares about the importance of sharing our message with the world and how she helps women come out of their shells when they are in front of the camera. This confidence not only helps her clients in their photo shoots but also in their businesses as a whole. After her photoshoots, Mallika says she sees the women she works with growing in confidence by being able to niche down, raise their prices, and just show up more in the world! Mallika shares the story of how she has grown in her photography business in the last 11 years. She talks about how it all started with photographing children and evolved to women and their brands and helping them understand that it’s more than just a headshot that matters. “People do business with people and if they don’t see a photo of you, they are not going to connect with you.” - Mallika Malhotra Be authentic in your social media platforms! Mallika and I talk about how to be authentic and show up in social media. People want to see the real you and get to know you before they even decide to work with you. We all want some kind of connection. Being an entrepreneur mom can be hard! Mallika talks about how she balances motherhood and running her own business. Let’s Connect! See all that Jennifer has to offer at Shamelessly Feminine! Join The Shamelessly Feminine Facebook Group and continue the conversation! Connect more with Jennifer on Facebook and Instagram!
Sharon Somekh is a general pediatrician, loving wife, and mother to 4 daughters. After a decade of practicing general pediatrics and working with families, she realized that what she enjoyed most was helping parents with parenting concerns, and felt this is what would be most helpful in shaping their children's futures. There often wasn’t enough time, however, while tending to children’s medical needs to address their concerns. She developed Raiseology to help parents with their parenting struggles and teach them how to raise resilient children in a modern world. As a parenting consultant, she hopes to make a difference for parents today while affecting the future of their children in a positive way. WHERE TO FIND Sharon Somekh ONLINE: Website Instagram Facebook Group Facebook EPISODE SUMMARY: As a mother of 4, Sharon talks about work-life balance and how she went into the transition to working at an office to working from home. She mentions how it was easier to turn off work mode when working at the office and how you can learn to do the same even when you’re working from home. A tip she shares is setting a hard stop time for yourself when you’re working on your business. Before becoming a full-time entrepreneur, Sharon was a pediatrician and she shares some of the fears she experienced when she decided to quit her job. Sharon and I talk on parenting. She shares her advice on how to handle our children that have trouble sleeping through the night and how to set boundaries with your teenager! “When people sleep train their kids, they need to remember that it’s not a one and done type of thing. It really is something that you need to be consistent about.” - Sharon Somekh Find the right balance with your children. Sharon gives advice and house chores with her children. As mothers, we naturally want to do things for our children but it’s best to find the right balance and teach them things that they can do on their own. “I try not to do things for my kids that they can definitely do for themselves.” - Sharon Somekh Let’s Connect! See all that Jennifer has to offer at Shamelessly Feminine! Join The Shamelessly Feminine Facebook Group and continue the conversation! Connect more with Jennifer on Facebook and Instagram!
Steve Maraboli has electrified, inspired, and entertained a wide range of audiences in over 30 countries with his unique style of bridging cutting edge Behavioral Science, proven Business Methodologies, Humor, UNFORGETTABLE stories, and Social Insights. Lending his popular voice to various topics, Steve’s books, quotes, videos, and memes have become a social media sensation; shared by millions across the globe in more than 25 languages. WHERE TO FIND Steve Maraboli ONLINE: Website Instagram Twitter Facebook EPISODE SUMMARY: Steve and I talk about showing the world our real selves and how there is nothing more inspiring than a woman who isn’t afraid to show others who she really is. “I can only be the most powerful me if I accept myself.” -Steve Maraboli Many women who have gone through tough things come out stronger on the other side and learn to accept the person that they are, but what if you are someone that has not been through something awful like cancer or grief? Steve gives us straight talk on how to show up the way that you are meant to be. How can we spot those who are being inauthentic? Steve and I talk about toxic relationships and how we can avoid them. If we are in a toxic relationship, Steve shares how important it is to recognize it and take your power back! “We want healthy relationships - YOU have to BE that!” - Steve Maraboli You only have control of today, and that’s just barely. Steven shares his “ah ha” moment and it didn’t come after reading a self-book. While he was in basic training in Texas during the heat of summer, he realized we have no control over tomorrow and can only do our best in the right now. “I stopped giving the power of yesterday and tomorrow and I was able to harness that power into right now.” - Steve Maraboli Let’s Connect! See all that Jennifer has to offer at Shamelessly Feminine! Join The Shamelessly Feminine Facebook Group and continue the conversation! Connect more with Jennifer on Facebook and Instagram!
Maia, The Smile Enthusiast, is a longevity coach who leads by example. She is on a path toward living to see her 122nd birthday and ultimately becoming the oldest living human ever recorded! If you want to live to see your hundredth birthday, follow her lead—let’s be future centurions together!! WHERE TO FIND The Smile Enthusiast ONLINE: YouTube Instagram EPISODE SUMMARY: Maia has a smile that shines from the east to the west coast...it’s no wonder people call her the smile enthusiast! So what makes her so happy even in the darkest times? Maia shares her journey of living her best life and passing down her knowledge to the rest of the world so that others can live a happy life too. When we continue to stress ourselves, everything else in our body will react. Maia talks about living with a mindset of always seeing life as something beautiful and having the awareness that bad things happen. We have to learn to have a positive reaction even during stressful times. Maia and I met through social media and mutually follow The Medical Medium. We talk about who Anthony William is and how he has helped us each in our own health. After experiencing a terrible car accident, Maia fell to rock bottom. She was put on many medications and eventually became tired of the medical roller coaster. She talks about her wake up call when she realized that she was the only one that could save herself. “There is nobody that’s going to dig me out of this except for me!” - Maia, The Smile Enthusiast Maia shares her tips on nutrition and what’s best for our bodies. She shares about her daily nutritional routine which includes a healthy dose of celery juice. Let’s Connect! See all that Jennifer has to offer at Shamelessly Feminine! Join The Shamelessly Feminine Facebook Group and continue the conversation! Connect more with Jennifer on Facebook and Instagram!
Tamara Lackey is a renowned photographer, speaker, author, and program host. Her authentic photography, from children’s portraits to humanitarian photography, is praised within her industry and published internationally. Her work is featured in a myriad of major media outlets, from popular magazines to entertainment sites to talk shows. Tamara is a Nikon USA Ambassador, speaking on behalf of Nikon at a variety of shows and conventions. She was one of two photographers from around the world selected to speak on stage and present her marketing campaign work as part of the Nikon Global Launch Event in Tokyo, introducing a new line of ground-breaking mirrorless camera systems. Tamara is the grateful recipient of the WPPI/Rangefinder Humanitarian Award, the PMDA Photographers Give Back Award and the WPPI Adorama Inspire Award for her work with Beautiful Together. She and her husband co-founded this 501(c)(3) non-profit to improve the lives of orphaned children, and those living in extreme poverty. A gallery of her work with Beautiful Together exhibited at the Union Square Ballroom in New York City in 2017. WHERE TO FIND Tamara ONLINE: Twitter Facebook Instagram Adorama Store Website EPISODE SUMMARY: Tamara shares her story of consciously building her family through a combination of birth and adoption. What I found truly interesting about Tamara was how she says she consciously built her family but she also lives her life and business the same way. Not only is Tamara a photographer, but she also owns a coffee shop in North Carolina. She talks the inspiration behind all of that. The photography and coffee shop businesses were meant to simply bring people together. Tamara tells us how her inspiration for both was truly about building community. “I truly believe that we are all on this planet to care for each other.” - Tamara Lackey She’s a wife, mother, and runs TWO businesses! How does she do it and deal with the negative beliefs we can sometimes carry? Tamara says life is too short and it’s crazy to walk through this life and not give it our all. “Nothing that we do that is hard is fearless!” - Tamara Lackey Tamara and I talk about work-life balance and how she stays present where she’s at on a daily basis. “That’s the idea of balance. You can have everything set up and still screw up!” - Tamara Lackey Only do the work that you love. Tamara is a strong believer in focusing on what you love and when we do that, it only amplifies the work to be better! “If it’s not hell yeah, it’s hell no!” - Derek Sivers (Anything You Want: 40 Lessons for a New Kind of Entrepreneur) Let’s Connect! See all that Jennifer has to offer at Shamelessly Feminine! Join The Shamelessly Feminine Facebook Group and continue the conversation! Connect more with Jennifer on Facebook and Instagram!
Valerie is a Mom, Certified Life Coach, and founder of The Unlimited Mom. Her work focuses on helping women break self-defeating patterns and take confident action toward their goals. She is passionate about creativity, coffee, and connecting moms to their unique and unlimited self. She believes that moms deserve to live a vibrant life and that by doing so, they will empower their children to do the same. WHERE TO FIND Valerie ONLINE: Facebook Twitter Instagram LinkedIn EPISODE SUMMARY: Valerie shares her passion for helping women get rid of the mindset that is stopping them from living their most amazing life! As moms and women, we can put a lot of expectations on ourselves. Valerie and I chat about the mental load women carry and the guilt we may experience. Valerie helps entrepreneurial moms break through their self-defeating patterns and gives tips on how to deal with the negative thoughts that may come up. One tip is to have a conversation with your people, especially your spouse, around supporting each other. How can you set healthy boundaries for yourself? Valerie says that it starts with knowing who you are! If you don’t know who you are and what you want, it’s impossible to set healthy boundaries. When you have that disconnect of not knowing who you are, people can’t treat you the way that you feel you should be treated. This can cause us to go into survival mode and feel like we are just getting by. Are you watching how you react to certain situations? Just like many of us, I am guilty of sometimes reacting in a way that doesn’t align with who I am, and I can spend days beating myself up for my reaction. Valerie and I talk more about how to approach this by simply starting a conversation with yourself. Did you react a certain way because you’re actually fearing something? We hear a lot of talk on meditation, yoga, self-care, and waking up early, etc. You don’t have to do all of it to feel that you’re taking care of yourself. You don’t have to wake up early if you’re not a morning person. Do self-care in a way that works best for you! “You have to know what you want, who you want to be and believe that you can be that person! Believe that you can enjoy your life!” - Valerie Friedlander Let’s Connect! See all that Jennifer has to offer at Shamelessly Feminine! Join The Shamelessly Feminine Facebook Group and continue the conversation! Connect more with Jennifer on Facebook and Instagram!
Angela Michelle is an internationally published and award-winning photographer who calls Texas home. She started Raven Red in 2008 and since then her work has been published in print magazines, online blogs, and featured in art exhibits. She has been named one of the Top Photographers in the city by The San Antonio Current Magazine for the last four years. Angela is respected among her peers and is a mentor and teacher to other photographers worldwide. She has photographed artists, musicians, models, actors, entrepreneurs and everyone in between. She always brings her passion and creativity to every session. Angela ’s unique view of the portrait experience stems from her background in Cultural Anthropology. She sees the photoshoot as a way for a woman to transform how she views herself. Her clients leave with a new sense of confidence and feel empowered by the experience. Angela’s passion for photography, art, and her clients is obvious to everyone she meets. She lives to create and she is in her element when she is photographing. No matter the project Angela throws her heart, mind, and soul into everything she does. WHERE TO FIND Angela ONLINE: Website Instagram Instagram (Personal) EPISODE SUMMARY: Angela shares her incredible story of dealing with Antiphospholipid Syndrome (APS) which is a clotting disorder. She did not know of this diagnosis until 2016 when she had a stroke and nearly died. Thankfully, she survived this traumatic event but it left her blind in her right eye. She turned to yoga to heal from the effects of the stroke and the pain of miscarriage. Practicing yoga was so helpful for Angela that she felt inspired to become an instructor herself. Embrace your scars! Sharing our story with the world can feel overwhelming because we are not sure how it will make others feel, but what we may not know is how much you could be helping others with your story! Someone else might be struggling the same way and you’ve just made that person feel less alone. Angela and I talk about how open we are with sharing our biggest scars. She says that by embracing the scars, she is educating and helping others in a tremendous way. Physical activity can be challenging when you’re faced with chronic illness. However, Angela beat the odds and found healing in yoga. She talks about how she was able to use yoga as her self care and why it has helped her mentally and physically. “Having that mindset of strength and reliance is so imperative to living a quality of life no matter what illness you’re faced with, and yoga helped me do that.” -Angela Michelle Sometimes, it can be tough to always have a positive mindset. Angela has been through a lot from having a stroke, losing part of her vision, not being able to have children, and much more. Naturally, she felt overwhelmed with the amount of stuff that was being thrown at her, but what helped was allowing herself the space to grieve and feel the hurt. She says it’s about allowing yourself to be in the hurt but not stay in it! “You have to give yourself space to have those breakdowns.” -Angela Michelle Angela says that her chronic illness was a gift. It was a gift of perspective and she really embraces that. This illness has shined a whole new light on the way that she now sees the world. “Love your body for how it makes you live and not just how it looks.” -Angela Michelle We have to be our own advocate when it comes to our health and Angela gives us her tips on how to advocate for yourself when you’re faced with any sort of medical issue. Let’s Connect! See all that Jennifer has to offer at Shamelessly Feminine! Join The Shamelessly Feminine Facebook Group and continue the conversation! Connect more with Jennifer on Facebook and Instagram!
MEET THE GUEST: Renee Hribar has been a sales professional since 1994 in New York. She has sold millions of dollars in products and services and trained thousands to sell for the first time. She is known in her industry as a fun, energetic executive sales coach who leads with heart. A TedX speaker who offers training sessions at global conferences, boardrooms and most recently through virtual programs, she skillfully breaks down her decades of sales expertise with a flair that makes listening to her a joy and if you take action, extremely profitable. With her one-of-a-kind "laugh & learn" teaching style, you will certainly walk away with a new view on the "softer side of sales". WHERE TO FIND RENEE ONLINE: Website Facebook Join the Entrepreneurial Connections Movement! Instagram EPISODE SUMMARY: If you deliver a good product, you’ll never have to sell a day in your life because people will actually want it. But what if you’re not selling a product but a service? Renee and I chat about sales and how can someone present themselves when you’re not selling something tangible. “The great salespeople will ask great questions which allows the potential buyer to share what’s important to them.” - Renee Hribar Renee talks about the trifecta with getting sales without spending money on Facebook ads. She says that it’s email, social media, and the phone call. Spend time where your people are at. Create an email list, connect with them on social, and make that phone call. Sometimes the phone call can feel overwhelming but that human connection of hearing each other’s voice is incredibly powerful. Send people handwritten mail! Renee and I continued our conversation on human connection which is something that can be lost in the internet space. A simple gesture like writing a handwritten thank you note to your potential clients not only makes you stand out but can build on that know, like, and trust factor. You’ve had the potential client call and need to follow up on that sale? How do you that without feeling salesy? Renee says that the key is to expect to follow up with that person before you meet with them for the first time. A great suggestion is to have that potential client to schedule a follow up call before the first call end! One of Renee’s goals is to help women become independent and give them a platform. Now with today’s internet, we now have a global economy and Renee shares her passion with helping women create a career of their dreams right in their own living room! Let’s Connect! See all that Jennifer has to offer at Shamelessly Feminine! Join The Shamelessly Feminine Facebook Group and continue the conversation! Connect more with Jennifer on Facebook and Instagram!
Today I interview Jen Rozenbaum. We talk about what it means to be shamelessly feminine, and how overcoming fear comes down to putting things into perspective while practicing presence over perfection. About Jen Rozenbaum Jen Rozenbaum embraces her femininity while allowing women to embrace their own. By daring her clients to shed their clothes, they begin to shed their inhibitions. In the last nine years, Jen has found a burgeoning audience in the intimate photography market and is now sharing her shamelessly feminine movement with women worldwide. She proves that you can own your world if you live fearlessly, think audaciously and act spontaneously. Connect with Jen Rozenbaum Website http://www.JenRozenbaum.com http://www.ShamelesslyFeminine.com LinkedIn URL https://www.linkedin.com/in/jennifer-rozenbaum-0ba705a5/ Facebook URL https://www.facebook.com/JenniferRozenbaum Twitter URL http://www.twitter.com/jenrozenbaum YouTube URL http://www.youtube.com/jenrozenbaum
Cory Muscara is an international teacher and speaker on the topic of mindfulness meditation. He regularly appears on the Dr. Oz show, where Oz has introduced him as “one of the nation’s leading experts on mindfulness meditation”. In addition to speaking to executives at Fortune 500 companies and at various events across the world, he has taught mindfulness-based leadership at Columbia University, and currently teaches positive psychology at the University of Pennsylvania where he completed his masters degree under Dr. Martin Seligman. In 2012, Cory spent six months in silence living as a monk in Asia, practicing meditation 14+ hours each day. He has presented mindfulness workshops and retreats for organizations such as Bank of America, Prudential, Johnson & Johnson, Travelers & Colgate, as well as universities such as NYU Stern, Wharton, and Tuck Business School. His meditations have been heard more than 4 million times in over 40 countries. WHERE TO FIND Cory ONLINE: Facebook Instagram Twitter Website Finding Your Home Online Course 31 Days of Mindfulness EPISODE SUMMARY: What drew me to Cory was his positive energy, which is why I wanted him on the show. He talks on how he became practicing mindfulness even in a world of chaos. Everyone can practice mindfulness and it can be different for everyone. You can do meditation, yoga, tai chi, and more, but where does someone even begin? As an expert in mindful meditation, Cory says it starts with some form of self-awareness. Ask yourself how you are doing emotionally, physically, spiritually, etc. For some, others can feel content with where they are, or it could be a huge wake up call to start making changes. Practicing mindfulness gives you the tools to use when you find yourself struggling with something. One of my wake up calls was when I realized that I wasn’t yelling at my kids because they were driving me crazy, it was because I wasn’t fully taking care of myself! Having that self-awareness has made a big difference in my own motherhood journey. Do you struggle with awareness and being present? Not only do I run multiple businesses, I’m also a mother and wife. It’s like living a rat race sometimes and at the end of the day, I forget about taking care of my needs because I’m just exhausted taking care of everyone else. But, no matter what, the universe is always telling us to slow down. Cory teaches us how to take the time to start listening to our body and taking care of ourselves. When you prioritize self care, it impacts everything else that’s important to us. “I think life is just a series of setting expectations for ourselves, failing in one way or another to meet those expectations, and having hope for what the next moment could look like.” - Cory Muscara Although some of us struggle with meditating for 1-5 minutes, Cory shares his experience meditating for 14 hours with monks in Asia for 6 months. What a commitment! Let’s Connect! See all that Jennifer has to offer at Shamelessly Feminine! Join The Shamelessly Feminine Facebook Group and continue the conversation! Connect more with Jennifer on Facebook and Instagram!
As the founder of Ethos, a company culture consulting firm, Alida grows the teams that fuel rocket ship companies. By shaping culture and developing talent, she helps strengthen every company’s biggest asset: its people. With a focus on diversity, hiring practices, vision and values, and career pathing, Alida partners with leaders to make possibilities and aspirations concrete realities. WHERE TO FIND Alida ONLINE: LinkedIn Twitter Instagram Website Alida Blog EPISODE SUMMARY: Alida shares what it means to run a culture consulting firm and how she was able to build her business, Ethos. What Alida does in her business is help tech companies bring diversity into their community. Alida and I talk about mothers who come back from maternity leave or decide to come back into the workforce after their children have gone off to college. She shares her thoughts on the hurdles that mothers face in coming back to work. What makes a great leader? A leader and a manager are not one in the same. Alida say a good leader is anyone that can inspire others to follow and a good manager is responsible for the growth and development of their people. “You can be a phenomenal leader if you have vision and you can communicate that vision in such a way that others feel inspired to pursue that with you.” - Alida Miranda-Wolff How can we support each other as women in the workplace? In a world full of competition, Alida says that one of the best way we can support each other is mentor one another. Practicing mindfulness is so important! Alida talks about how meditation helped her when she was feeling stressed at work. Let’s Connect! See all that Jennifer has to offer at Shamelessly Feminine! Join The Shamelessly Feminine Facebook Group and continue the conversation! Connect more with Jennifer on Facebook and Instagram!
Melanie is a wife to her husband of 23 years, Bill, and a mother of their 4 children, Sarah, Emily, Kayla and Billy. Not only does she travel internationally educating others, judging print competitions, and filming for commercial clients, she has nurtured Anderson Photographs from a home studio into the 3,000 square foot custom photographic and cinema studio it is today, specializing in Seniors, Children, Newborns, Families, Volume Sports, Boudoir, and Commercial Photography in the Arts & Entertainment District in downtown Hagerstown, MD. WHERE TO FIND Melanie ONLINE: Website Anderson Photographs (Facebook) Melanie Anderson Worldwide (Facebook) Melanie Anderson Worldwide (Instagram) EPISODE SUMMARY: Are you living your out your passion? Melanie shares her journey of a creative entrepreneur and how she is living a life that she is called to live. She says that her WHY is really about educating, inspiring, and just being real for people! “My goal is to make a difference in people’s lives!” - Melanie Anderson Being a creative entrepreneur can be exhausting sometimes. Not only are we using the creative part of our brains, we also have to use the business side and that can be frustrating sometimes. Melanie shares how she is able to continue to be creative, run a successful business, and handle the anxiety in all of it! You’re allowed to have a bad day! Melanie and I talk about being “unapproachable” sometimes and how it feels like we are not allowed to have a bad day. But, why not? Why don’t we talk about the bad days and support each other through it? Have you tried meditating when you’re experiencing stress? Melanie says that when she was going through a transition in life, meditating every day has helped her with clarity, sleep, and anxiety! It’s recommended to do 20 minutes of meditation twice a day. “By taking a few minutes for yourself everyday, you are so much better for everyone else.” - Melanie Anderson Let’s Connect! See all that Jennifer has to offer at Shamelessly Feminine! Join The Shamelessly Feminine Facebook Group and continue the conversation! Connect more with Jennifer on Facebook and Instagram!
Chrissa Benson is the founder of Physical Kitchness - a one-stop shop for moms building a foundation of healthy eating for their families and prioritizing fitness for themselves. Her authenticity has won the hearts of over 100,000 moms across social media who need a little humor, a kick of motivation, and stress-free solutions to be the best they can be in the kitchen, in the gym, and in the home. Chrissa’s experience as a military spouse raising two young children alone (while her husband is deployed) while running a full-time business, staying fit, and creating easy nutritious meals inspires women to think beyond their limiting beliefs and make wellness an internal part of motherhood! She is the creator of the 30 Minute Real Food Meal Revolution, heads the membership site, Club Kitchness, and is a barre instructor residing in San Diego, California. WHERE TO FIND Chrissa ONLINE: Instagram Facebook Pinterest Website EPISODE SUMMARY: Chrissa shares how she helps busy moms plan for meals and feed their children. In today’s world, it can be so overwhelming when we see the perfectly balanced meals on pinterest but it doesn’t have to be that way! It’s so important to take care of us first before we can take care of the children. These meal delivery services are fantastic but what do you do if that’s just not in your budget? Chrissa talks about using minimal, easy ingredients that won’t break the bank and shares her most acceptable meals to make for your family. Put a different sauce on it! When it comes to meal planning, having the same roasted broccoli can be boring very quickly. So what do you do? Chrissa shares her tips on how she reinvents her meals! She says that she creates different sauces and even freezes them for later. What do you do when you’re having a craving? It’s that time of the month and you just want a chocolate cookie but it’s not a part of your paleo diet! Chrissa says that everyone has their “one thing” and if you restrict yourself from that thing, you’re going to binge! She says that it’s more about mindful eating. “It’s about balance and being mindful.” - Chrissa Benson Balance! How do we find time for the workout, the job, the family, and all of the other things? Chrissa’s husband is currently deployed and it can be difficult without the extra help. She shares how she figured out a way to make a habit of her family's routine. Chrissa and I talk about being vulnerable on social media and really sharing our struggles. Chrissa found that when she shared, it inspired others to do the same and know that they are not alone. “I think as women, we need to be the rising tide and lift each other up!” - Chrissa Benson “A healthy body and a healthy mind can really go so many places and do so much, so it’s important.” - Chrissa Benson Let’s Connect! See all that Jennifer has to offer at Shamelessly Feminine! Join The Shamelessly Feminine Facebook Group and continue the conversation! Connect more with Jennifer on Facebook and Instagram!
Marin is a Wellness and Mindset Coach, writer, and chronic illness warrior living in Denver, Colorado with her her husband, daughter, and fur-babies. She has multiple invisible illnesses including Degenerative Disc Disease, Epstein-Barr, and Dysautonomia. She has spent the last 3 years guiding, helping, and advocating for women with chronic illnesses and sharing the story of her own diagnoses and daily journeys. She specializes in helping other warriors restore balance in theirs lives through mindfulness. WHERE TO FIND Marin ONLINE: Website Instagram Facebook Facebook Group EPISODE SUMMARY: Chronic illness can be invisible and we don’t always know how to present ourselves in the world when we are going through something like this. Marin shares her story of living with chronic illness for 29 years. She says that it’s so important to present a picture to the world that shows people that chronic illness isn’t always the person who hasn’t washed her hair in days, it’s the person sitting next to you and you just don’t know! How do you handle when someone asks how you are doing today? Are you being honest or are you telling others that you’re fine when you’re really not? It can be a hard question to answer but it’s ok to not be ok and take it one day at a time. While also struggling with her own chronic illness, Marin talks about how she was able to not only care for herself but others that face the same struggles. It started out as having resources for others to her realizing that she had an opportunity to help people in a big way! “I realized that this is how I wanted to spend the rest of my life. I wanted to help people feel as good as I have figured out how to feel with these illnesses.” - Marin Turner Although Marin does the mental health work on herself, she can still struggle with her own self worth and feels guilty for not always feeling well. “You can work on your health and get all of the support that you want but if you don’t work on your inner self and relationships, your health will continue to fail.” -Marin Turner Surround yourself with a community that understands. Marin shares how much surrounding herself with online communities where she didn’t feel alone helped her. “I need to help more badass women get mad and get health!” -Marin Turner Let’s Connect! See all that Jennifer has to offer at Shamelessly Feminine! Join The Shamelessly Feminine Facebook Group and continue the conversation! Connect more with Jennifer on Facebook and Instagram!
Femininity and intimacy are something that today's guest, Jen Rozenbaum, knows all about. A boudoir photographer, educator, and recent breast cancer survivor, Jen is an advocate for shedding both your inhibitions and your clothes. Everything from questioning your own femininity, embracing who you are and standing up for your relationship with your own body is on the table today. It doesn't have to take a life crisis to take care of and celebrate yourself, and it is time to spread your power and beauty. This is a real and open talk about finding unique beauty in unexpected places, recognizing your own power, and kicking cancers ass. If you have or are currently dealing with cancer in some aspect of your life, this episode is for you. How does Jen’s attitude of embracing femininity and understanding purpose through disease fit into your journey? Let us know in the comments. In This Episode The realities of what a cancer patient is actually thinking and how you can support them What you can learn from being betrayed by your body Fully understanding the fundamental aspects of self-love Knowing what you want and having the courage to ask for it Listening to the universe and trusting your gut above all else Quotes “I have this belief that if you shed your clothes you shed your inhibitions, and the true you really comes to the surface. So that's really what I’ve dedicated myself to, every woman has a story, I just take a picture of it.” (2:31) “As much as I am helping other women and kicking their butts, they are also helping heal me and kick my butt into, you know, living the most full life I can live.” (4:09) “Really being in tune with what makes you happy, what you want in life, what you will tolerate and boundaries, and when you stand up for those things, the love for yourself grows exponentially. And you become powerful enough to then go after what you want to do in your life.” (13:51) “It is still a process, and I think that it is very difficult for women to be honest with each other about those processes that we are going through throughout life, and I would love to see more of that honesty and connection.” (20:23) “I also try to stand in the moment and say I need to deal with this now, I need to feel the pain and the agony and the sadness because if I don't it will come back to get me at some point. And I am not ready to sacrifice any more time of my life for that.” (27:59) Links Jen’s Website Shamelessly Feminine Website Follow Jen on Instagram | YouTube Check out the full show notes for this episode Women Hacking Betrayal Facebook Group Have you taken the Post-Betrayal Quiz yet? Keep up to everything From Betrayal To Breakthrough Follow Dr. Debi Silber on Facebook | Twitter | Youtube | LinkedIn
Melissa Bruodo is an attorney, activist, and mom and have dedicated her professional life to advocating for and supporting sex workers and survivors of human trafficking. She is the co-founder and co-director of the Sharmus Outlaw Advocacy and Rights (SOAR) Institute, an advocacy organization that does policy, technical assistance, trainings, and capacity building for sex workers and survivors of trafficking. We aim to make the world safer for sex workers and survivors of human trafficking, and to ultimately work towards decriminalization of prostitution. WHERE TO FIND Melissa ONLINE: Website Facebook Instagram Twitter EPISODE SUMMARY: Melissa shares with us what the SOAR group is about and how she works to shift minds, hearts, and skills of service providers, communities, and policy makers to benefit those involved in the sex industry, trafficked individuals, and related communities. Learn what human trafficking is, how it happens in this day and age and how it is different than how the media portrays it. Melissa educates us on where women go for help if they feel that they might be a victim of trafficking. We also learn what we might be doing that supports the industry without even knowing it. Melissa also touches on the belief that prostitution should be legalized... if that sounds shocking, take a listen to understand why! Let’s Connect! See all that Jennifer has to offer at Shamelessly Feminine! Join The Shamelessly Feminine Facebook Group and continue the conversation! Connect more with Jennifer on Facebook and Instagram!
Dr. Debi Silber, founder of www.PBTInstitute.com is a Transformational Psychologist, a health, mindset, empowerment and personal development expert. She's a speaker, coach and author of the Amazon #1 bestselling book: The Unshakable Woman: 4 Steps to Rebuilding Your Body, Mind and Life After a Life Crisis (plus a companion guide). She has also written two books that have been recommended by Brian Tracy, Marshall Goldsmith, Jack Canfield and many more. Debi has contributed to FOX, CBS, The Dr. Oz show, TEDx, The Huffington Post, Shape, Self, Health, Working Mother, Forbes, Psychology Today, WebMD, Yahoo Shine, Ladies Home Journal, MSN, Woman's World and Glamour to name a few. Her doctoral study led to two discoveries around how women experience and heal from betrayal. Based on her findings, along with 27 years of health, mindset and lifestyle coaching, she's created a multi-pronged approach to help women heal (physically, mentally and emotionally) from a life crisis. Where To Find Debi Online: Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Are You Struggling with Post Betrayal Syndrome™? Website EPISODE SUMMARY: Debi and I begin our chat talking about how women deal with betrayal. She talks about the different stages it takes to transform and heal from betrayal. “You can stay stuck for years, decades, a lifetime but if you’re going to go through that transformation, you’re going to go through these five very predictable stages.” - Dr. Debi Silber There are four parts of us that need attending to: the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual. Debi says what she has seen women focus on most is the physical and mental parts but forget to take care of the emotional and spiritual. “If there are four legs of a table and we are only strengthening two, it’s really easy to topple over.” - Dr. Debi Silber Our darkest times can be our greatest gifts. Our mind can talk us out of anything but what if you just trusted what was currently happening and went with it? Debi shares a time when she hit rock bottom and her logical part was telling her what she “should” be doing while her spiritual part was telling her, “What if this was something you need?” So, what if your rock bottom will lead you to something greater? Write a coherent narrative for yourself. Debi invites everyone to do this and it can be very healing! It allows you to take your story and make meaning of it so it becomes a pivotal chapter of your story. “I can stay stuck forever but I can rebuild!” - Dr. Debi Silber We also talk about forgiveness. When it comes to forgiveness, think about the if/then rule. If you feel safe and valued and you forgive, you feel better. If you do not feel safe and valued and forgive, you feel worse. So how do you feel when you’re forgiving somebody? “Forgiveness is a gift you truly give yourself but it’s just a word until you do it!” - Dr. Debi Silber Let’s Connect! See all that Jennifer has to offer at Shamelessly Feminine! Join The Shamelessly Feminine Facebook Group and continue the conversation! Connect more with Jennifer on Facebook and Instagram!
MEET THE GUEST: Sarah Rose Humes is an optimistic and goal-oriented author, speaker, and professional encourager from rural Pennsylvania. She has overcome anxiety, depression and agoraphobia and now inspires other women to live bravely through her business, called In-Courage Living. WHERE TO FIND Sarah Humes ONLINE: Instagram Facebook Website EPISODE SUMMARY: Sarah shares her story of struggling with anxiety and how one day she realized she is an incredible fighter! This inspired her to start a business helping others to realize that there is so much power behind fighting what they are fighting. “I was conquering my fears!” - Sarah Humes So many of us women suffer in silence because we are so afraid to admit and ask for help. Sarah talks about how she was able to change that and how all it takes is for someone to be the frontrunner and say, “This is my issue, do you struggle with this, too?” “When we struggle together, we lift each other up! I love being a woman who lifts other women up!” - Sarah Humes “Fear only has power over us when we suffer in silence.” - Sarah Humes Sarah talks about taking baby steps when it comes to overcoming your fears. Some people can have a hard time and feel frozen by their fears. Sarah says to find someone to just really do the work with them. Have someone walk with you in your healing journey! Embrace the compliment, ladies! We can be guilty of down playing the compliments we get from someone. Instead, Sarah shares how she would actually write them down as affirmations. When people give you a compliment, it’s the truth! Sarah is a minimalist and she shares how decluttering her home has helped her in her mental health. “I’m proud that I got rid of it if I wasn’t feeling like a boss in it!” - Sarah Humes Your shirt size does not define your self worth! Sarah and I talk about loving the person you are externally and internally no matter what your size is. Let’s Connect! See all that Jennifer has to offer at Shamelessly Feminine! Join The Shamelessly Feminine Facebook Group and continue the conversation! Connect more with Jennifer on Facebook and Instagram!
Melissa is a fashion blogger on a mission to empower people across the world. She created her blog, Brazen Mae, last year with the intention to help people love themselves in every stage (and shape) in life. She has spent the last decade traveling the world photographing people and weddings, and she is now settled in the greater Seattle area as a single mom to three kids. WHERE TO FIND Melissa Kilner ONLINE: Instagram : @thebrazenmae Instagram: @melissa_kilner_photo Facebook: brazenmae Facebook: melissakilnerphotography www.brazenmae.com www.melissakilner.com EPISODE SUMMARY: Melissa and I chat about fashion blogs and my secret desire to start my own one day! As much as I love fashion bloggers, I was tired of seeing the same thing over and over. Melissa, however, finally changed it up a bit and she shares the journey of how she got into creating her own fashion blog in her own way! “I felt like I was just dumbing down my passion for fashion because I didn’t want anyone to see how imperfect I was and I think I just got to a point where I just stopped giving a shit.” - Melissa Kilner (4:45) Confidence is so sexy! Why is it that designer stores paint this picture of what “beautiful” is by the size you wear? Melissa and I talk about how it’s so not about what size you are, and how it’s really how you walk with confidence! Melissa just recently modeled for GAP’s lingerie line! Amazing, I know! She shares the story of how a casting director from GAP reached out to her soon after her she launched her blog, as well as what she has learned about herself after the photoshoot. “We are who we tell ourselves that we are.” - Melissa Kilner Melissa shares a little about her divorce and her current relationship. She talks about this new feeling of joy and happiness that she has never felt before. “This experience made me realize that, shit I can have everything that I want!” - Melissa Kilner Let’s Connect! See all that Jennifer has to offer at Shamelessly Feminine! Join The Shamelessly Feminine Facebook Group and continue the conversation! Connect more with Jennifer on Facebook and Instagram!
MEET THE GUEST: Veronica Staudt is a personal stylist, speaker, and founder of Vintage Meet Modern, an online boutique specializing in designer and vintage jewelry and accessories. Passionate about preserving items from the past and incorporating them into modern life, she started the company in 2011. Veronica has loved jewelry all her life, and playing in her grandmother's jewelry box was one of the highlights of many Sunday afternoons as a child. Later in life, she found herself surrounded by jewelry again while working at Neiman Marcus, specializing in designer jewelry and also working as a stylist. With 20 years of experience in the fashion, retail, styling, and design industry, Veronica’s vision was to create an upscale shopping experience online focusing on the needs of clients who want to accessorize their life with something, unique, historical, and completely wearable--today, tomorrow, forever. WHERE TO FIND Veronica ONLINE: Website Facebook Facebook Group Instagram Pinterest EPISODE SUMMARY: Veronica and I talk about jewelry, which I love! Veronica is all about finding your unique style. So, how can we do that? She says to think about what you gravitate towards and remove any inhibitions that you may have. “The beauty of being able to find and celebrate your own style is gravitating towards what you naturally love and finding the elements in the lifestyle you actually live.” - Veronica Staudt “What you wear every day should excite you and should be an expression of what you’re wearing, but it also shouldn’t be something that takes up all of your time.” - Veronica Staudt Veronica shares her best tips on how to organize your jewelry. We also chat about how she picks out clothes and jewelry all at the beginning of the week! Are there any rules in jewelry? Veronica talks about how she says that it’s more about how you embrace your style than sticking with the rules. “When it comes to personal fashion, if you’re embracing it, there isn’t a rule.” - Veronica Staudt Let’s Connect! See all that Jennifer has to offer at Shamelessly Feminine! Join The Shamelessly Feminine Facebook Group and continue the conversation! Connect more with Jennifer on Facebook and Instagram!
MEET THE GUEST: Since childhood, I’ve known that I’m connected to something greater than me. At an early age I realized that I inherited my psychic grandmother’s gift of prophetic dreams – visions that were always vivid, full of sensory detail and eventually real. Since then, I’ve spent over 20 years attuning my mind and body to truly listen to that internal voice that can predict or advise and is inspired by a greater power. Now I help others to strengthen their inner voice by improving mental and physical health to synchronize the mind - body connection. As an intuitive energy healer and medium, I host The Intuitive Woman Podcast, a weekly podcast that explores intuition. I’m a yoga instructor and Reiki Master Teacher at The Center of Wellness and Integrative Medicine/Northwell Health. I work with women to develop their intuition, connect with their inner guidance and create a passionate, spiritual life. WHERE TO FIND Tina Conroy ONLINE: Facebook Instagram Twitter Website The Intuitive Woman Podcast EPISODE SUMMARY: Tina and I discuss what Reiki is and what it can do for you. Tina defines reiki as rai like the sun and ki which is the energy force. Reiki is from the Japanese culture and it is a hands-on healing modality. “We are all made of energy and when you receive a Reiki treatment, you receive energy from the universe and it allows your energy to rebalance.” Tina Conroy As women, we are both very good at acknowledging what our body does as well as blocking that! Tina shares her input on how best to become more connected with the issues in our tissues. She says that for us to be more aware, we should do those things that we don’t want to do and be more reflective. For example, having a spiritual routine every day. “Energy will never lie.” - Tina Conroy “Reflect on how you feel!” - Tina Conroy We tend to do yoga or reiki when things are great in our lives but Tina and I talk about the importance of doing these routines when things are tough. Those are the times you need it most. Let’s Connect! See all that Jennifer has to offer at Shamelessly Feminine! Join The Shamelessly Feminine Facebook Group and continue the conversation! Connect more with Jennifer on Facebook and Instagram!
Eating Clean changed Samantha Rodgers’ life way back in 2008 (before kids) when she could spend hours searching cookbooks, blogs, and family recipes to create the perfect Clean menu for the week. Then she had a child. Her world went from "clean and feeling amazing" to "zombie eating a croissant sandwich every day." Adjusting to all the things that come with being a new parent was hard enough, but by not feeding her body well, she was falling into a deep abyss that made everything harder. Samantha was barely surviving but knew the better path to take, and when she finally put her foot down and went back to eating Clean, she went from surviving to thriving. WHERE TO FIND Samantha ONLINE: Facebook Instagram Website EPISODE SUMMARY: Samantha was a full time working mother and wife, and one of the biggest struggles with trying to balance it all was preparing a decent meal for her family every night! She later figured out a way to meal prep in only 2 hours per week. She shares her journey in creating her business where she prepares meals for other families. Winter is around the corner and I can not wait to whip out those boots! Along with the super cute winter attire, we also love some comfort food! Samantha shares her easiest comfort food recipes with you. Samantha shares the inspiration behind changing the way she was eating. After dealing with her own gut issues and taking the recommended medications, it was just not working. Once she decided to just stop eating processed foods, she saw a huge difference in her health! “I put a priority on how my body felt and not the instant gratification.” - Samantha Rodgers Along with having gut issues in her 20s, Samantha shares her vulnerable story of pregnancy loss and an emergency surgery. Let’s Connect! See all that Jennifer has to offer at Shamelessly Feminine! Join The Shamelessly Feminine Facebook Group and continue the conversation! Connect more with Jennifer on Facebook and Instagram!
MEET THE GUEST: Megan Weks is a certified dating and relationship coach, author, and speaker who helps successful, high-achieving women find lasting love. She’s coached hundreds of women in dating and relationships, and in the last two years alone, she’ has helped 20 women find and marry the man of their dreams. Through her YouTube channel, Attract Him TV, and Facebook group, she reaches more than 100,000 people, and she’s been featured in numerous media outlets including Psychology Today, Redbook, Bustle, and more. Using her signature “Manfunnel” technique, Megan found and married her husband within a year of meeting him. Today, she shows successful, high-achieving women how they can do the same. WHERE TO FIND Megan Weks ONLINE: Website Facebook Instagram EPISODE SUMMARY: Who doesn’t want to master their man funnel? Well first of all, what is a man funnel? As a dating and relationship coach, Megan Weks and helps women create a set of high-quality men and being able to choose! The whole secret behind the man funnel is not a number game --it’s really about the heart behind the whole thing and being able to connect with those people in your funnel and take things to a deeper level. Megan and I talk more about having your feminine radiance. and how do we know when we are not in alignment with ourselves? How do you know when you’re ready to allow someone like Megan to help you find your match? Megan says that you’re ready when you have faith that this type of program that will actually help you and you remove the doubts in yourself! “Intimacy is the glue that keeps that relationship together!” Megan Weks In a world of social media, where exactly do you look for someone to date? There are so many dating apps and it can feel very overwhelming. Megan says that it doesn’t matter what your dating profile looks like, if you’re in alignment with yourself, Mr. Right will be right there! It’s not about how to find him, it’s about how you show up for yourself! “If you don’t know how to shine your heart and you’re not in your radiance, Mr. Right could pass you by every day.” - Megan Weks Although Megan helps women find their Mr. Right, What about when you’ve already married him but may have lost some lust in your marriage? Megan shares some of her tips on marriage and reminds us about how men want to be loved! Let’s Connect! See all that Jennifer has to offer at Shamelessly Feminine! Join The Shamelessly Feminine Facebook Group and continue the conversation! Connect more with Jennifer on Facebook and Instagram!
MEET THE GUEST: Tara is a copywriter and content creator for creative women entrepreneurs. She is in love with her precocious daughter, her nervous dog, writing engaging sales copy, and hot, hot coffee. WHERE TO FIND Tara Bosler ONLINE: Website Facebook Facebook Group Instagram EPISODE SUMMARY: Tara shares her passion for copywriting and how she helping so many women create an impact in their OWN words! Tara has been through so much in life and she feels that going through dark times has no value you if you can’t help someone who is going through the same thing. She shares her story of finding herself even when she felt like no one in her environment had supported her. Soon after becoming a mother to a girl, Tara told herself that she was no longer going to live a life how others said she should be living! “Suffering needs to have value to me. If I have gone through something hard and don’t talk about it, then I hurt for no reason!” - Tara Bosler When Tara started her business, she said that it also helped her learn so much about herself and showing others your authentic self. “Through this journey of entrepreneurship, I have learned what true love and authentic friendship looks like.” - Tara Bosler What do authentic friendships look like? Tara talks about her recent marriage to her Wife and the amount of support she received from her friends no matter what their beliefs were! The only important thing to the people in her life was that she was happy! Let’s Connect! See all that Jennifer has to offer at Shamelessly Feminine! Join The Shamelessly Feminine Facebook Group and continue the conversation! Connect more with Jennifer on Facebook and Instagram!
EPISODE SUMMARY: This past weekend was my daughter’s bat mitzvah and although I didn’t feel stressed about the whole thing, it did take a lot of time off my regular routine. The Saturday before my daughter’s party, I went to a party and had a few drinks. I wasn’t feeling well on the way home and was sent to the emergency room. The doctors took a lot of tests and could not really find a reason for my sickness but I knew that it was because I overworking myself and not listening to what my body needed. Why are we so good at ignoring what our body needs? We continue to push through and break down once our bodies have had enough. It was as if going to the ER was my body yelling at me and telling myself to slow down! So for you, are you listening to what your body needs? Are you giving yourself the self-care that you need? Take this as my reminder to you today, It’s okay to slow down and give yourself a break! Let’s Connect! See all that Jennifer has to offer at Shamelessly Feminine! Join The Shamelessly Feminine Facebook Group and continue the conversation! Connect more with Jennifer on Facebook and Instagram!
MEET THE GUEST: NJ Rongner is an outside the box thinker, truth teller and regularly tells her clients "I can't sign off on that" if she thinks they're making mistakes in their business. She loves encouraging women to thrive in the people, places, and passions they've been given and encouraging gals to do hard things. NJ loves coffee, voxer and wearing the title of strategy consultant. WHERE TO FIND Nj Rongner ONLINE: Website Facebook Instagram Pinterest EPISODE SUMMARY: Nj and I start our conversation with how to start something even when we are scared! Sometimes we tend to not want to go after something because someone is “better” than you. NJ explains why we have this mindset and how can we work past our fears! “No one else has a fingerprint-like you.” - Nj Rongner “We have to take a hold of our story and use those as a launchpad for these things that we want to do when we are scared.” - Nj Rongner Nj shares the journey of finding her core values and sticking with them in every situation especially with her family. Although it was a difficult experience for her, she was able to create a roadmap for her life. Some of us have a difficult time asking for help and we chat about those that struggle with some dark time and how to deal with accepting for help when it’s offered. Nj talks about how instead of asking people how she can help them, she will tell them what she will do to help them that way they don’t have to think about what they need help in! “You can decide that you’re the kind of person that makes life happen and you take action!” Nj Ronger Let’s Connect! See all that Jennifer has to offer at Shamelessly Feminine! Join The Shamelessly Feminine Facebook Group and continue the conversation! Connect more with Jennifer on Facebook and Instagram!
Tiffany shares her story with vitiligo and how she embraces the woman that she is inside and out. She talks about the struggles she had faced when she first started experiencing vitiligo in school and well into her adulthood. I ask when Tiffany had that moment of embracing who she was in her own skin. Tiffany says she had moments there were moments of being exhausted of having to wear makeup just to go out and walk the dog! Since she has stopped worrying about all these things she now realized how much she has been holding back in her life. “You never know what someone else is going through.” - Jen Rozenbaum It’s only been less than a year when Tiffany has decided to not cover up her vitiligo and she shares how much support she received from friends and family. “I don’t know what I was in so much fear of before.” - Tiffany Taylor Tiffany shares her thoughts on how the media is coming out about vitiligo. People want to be able to resonate with stories like their own and she hopes that more awareness is shared in the community about her skin condition. “You have to love yourself in order to be more empathetic towards others.” - Tiffany Taylor “Since I’ve revealed my skin, It has renewed my spirit in life!” - Tiffany Taylor MEET THE GUEST: After having vitiligo for years, Tiffany finally accepted it. Acceptance of herself and her own skin gave her a renewed vitality, and the drive to work to be more fit in every area of her life. WHERE TO FIND Tiffany ONLINE: Instagram Website Let’s Connect! See all that Jennifer has to offer at Shamelessly Feminine! Join The Shamelessly Feminine Facebook Group and continue the conversation! Connect more with Jennifer on Facebook and Instagram!
Today’s guest is a TedX Speaker, boudoir photographer, cancer survivor and woman behind the movement "Shamelessly Feminine”. She shares stories about feeling less than, imposter syndrome, building a business on your own, and her recent breast cancer diagnoses. WHISKEY & WORK FACEBOOK COMMUNITY: www.facebook.com/groups/whiskeyandwork WHISKEY & WORK PODCAST CLIFF-NOTES: www.kelseymurphy.com
Jenn and I are talking about sugar addiction and how the way we eat really affect how we feel. We talk about how we can change our mindset on diets. When we believe that doing on a diet is more about feeling better rather than looking better. “Not all sugar is created equal.” - Jenn Edden Jenn mentions a lot about eating things that make us feel good but how do we do this when we are so busy running around checking things off our to-do lists? Jenn shares her tips on how we can start slowing down and noticing how certain things make us feel. A great example is how there is a pause between a craving and eating it. Expand on that pause and use that to ask yourself how that food will make you feel. Jenn shares her near death gas explosion! She felt as though she experienced a rebirth in herself! It’s truly an experience to be around women that have survived something. When that woman is rebirthed, she will stop at nothing! We shouldn’t feel shame if we have some sugar. Jenn says that it’s more about having control with sugar. If you don’t have control over it, that’s when you’re addicted to sugar! Jenn and I go into gut health! We mention our own experience with our gut health. Jenn says that it’s best if you can catch it early, so pay attention to how you are feeling. I ask Jenn what to do when we go out to eat! No one wants to go out to a fancy restaurant and being that friend who only has the salad. Jenn gives us her tips on how to handle and still eat clean! Next, we talk about feeling empowered! An example we share is asking for something extra or remove it when ordering your food. Ladies, there is no shame in that! Instead of feeling like you’re “being difficult”, Jenn says that we are interesting! “Women want to have a life but they also want to feel good!” - Jenn Edden MEET THE GUEST: Jenn Edden is a sugar addiction expert, author, and empowerment coach. Jenn healed herself of gastritis at 22 years old and survived a near-death gas explosion at 28 yrs old. It became very clear at that point in her life that she had a calling to teach others the same techniques she used to heal her body naturally and break free from sugar addiction. Jenn is a certified health coach and for the past 14+ years, she has been teaching others how to take back control of what they eat and drink without dieting, deprivation or denial. She delivers real, long-lasting results in a simple and manageable way. How many times do you get to the end of our day wishing you could have done it differently and for sure with more energy and feeling like you made smart eating choices all day long! WHERE TO FIND JEN ONLINE: Website Facebook Instagram Twitter Grab your copy of Woman Unleashed: The Highly Sensitive Woman’s Guide to Radiant Energy, Unstoppable Confidence, and a 21-Day Plan to Kick Sugar’s Hold on You Let’s Connect! See all that Jennifer has to offer at Shamelessly Feminine! Join The Shamelessly Feminine Facebook Group and continue the conversation! Connect more with Jennifer on Facebook and Instagram!
Have you ever felt imposter syndrome? If you already don’t know this, I am launching my first book! I just sent over my manuscript over to my beta readers and have been feeling some serious imposter syndrome. These negatives thoughts have been creeping in this week. I do believe that my story will help someone but just like the title of this show, sometimes we need a kick in the ass and I needed that kick in the ass! “You’re not an imposter, you know what you are doing! So, tell those thoughts to shut the eff up!” - Jen Rozenbaum If you’re feeling these negative thoughts, know that you’re so NOT alone! One of the ways that can help me get over imposter syndrome is to take to the confessional and let out how I am feeling! How do you deal with imposter syndrome? “Ladies, It’s up to us to change the world!” -Jen Rozenbaum Full show notes: http://shamelesslyfeminine.com/episode5 Let’s Connect! See all that Jennifer has to offer at Shamelessly Feminine! Join The Shamelessly Feminine Facebook Group and continue the conversation! Connect more with Jennifer on Facebook and Instagram!
Get the show here or get it on iTunes — Please post a review on iTunes. [Editor's note: A word of caution: There is some strong language and topics in this episode. In an abundance of respect in our listeners, we've chosen to list this one episode as explicit.] In this episode, Skip Cohen and Chamira Young chat with boudoir photographer and educator Jen Rozenbaum. Images copyright Jen Rozenbaum We discuss in detail: How photography allowed Jen to rediscover joy and re-integrate herself into the world How Jen empowers women to celebrate their femininity shamelessly How we should be more of ourselves Creating a space of non-judgement and connection with photography clients How we can change lives and embracing our power Embracing natural beauty The topic of beauty within our culture, and how that definition shifts Not being afraid to take risks in order to find your passion Taking risks, believing in yourself, and experiencing life Life lessons, and what Jen learned about herself through the challenge of breast cancer You can find Jennifer at: ShamelesslyFeminine.com: Jen's Podcast, launching August 15th. Her book titled "Shamelessly Feminine" will be launching in January 2019. JenRozenbaum.com: Jen's website for photographers Jenerations.com/gallery-1: Jen's Boudoir Gallery Enhance your revenue stream: sign up for Adobe Stock and submit your video content! Learn more and sign up here Learn how to shoot better video with the weekly Photofocus DSLR column Check out Adobe Stock's Content Guide For Shooting Ideas! Check it out HERE Have suggestions on future topics you want us to cover? Reach out! SkipCohenUniversity.com @SkipCohen on Twitter and Facebook skip@mei500.com Chamira Young: chamira@photofocus.com Share This Podcast! Please share this podcast with your friends and subscribe via iTunes.
I am so glad that we have finally launched Shamelessly Feminine! What can you expect on the show? We will talk about health, nutrition, sex, motherhood, marriage, and all things women! If you're that kickass women who need a kick in the ass, you’re in the right place! I share my story as to how Shamelessly Feminine was created. My story first started 10 years ago when I started my boudoir photography business. At that time, I was struggling with infertility. This was a dark time in my life and that was when I started to teach myself photography to really distract myself. A few months after getting into photography, a friend of mine invited me to assist in a boudoir shoot. I loved it so much that I started a business in boudoir photography. I noticed something in the women I photographed, we all have insecurities and it’s what we do with them. It was so inspiring to see these women come out of their insecurities that it helped heal me and we helped heal me. That is how the podcast came about. I wanted to help women celebrate her unique femininity shamelessly. I hope this show inspire and lift you up! Let’s Connect! See all that Jennifer has to offer at Shamelessly Feminine! Join The Shamelessly Feminine Facebook Group and continue the conversation! Connect more with Jennifer on Facebook and Instagram!
Thank you for tuning in for another episode of The Intuitive Woman Podcast and the series, Trouble To Triumph. I had the pleasure of speaking with Jen Rozenbaum today. I met Jen casually through yoga and attending classes at The Center for Wellness and Integrative Wellness in Roslyn, NY. This past year I was captivated by her story. She was very public about her breast cancer diagnosis, as well as her daily vlogs, her feelings of diagnosis, surgery, reconstruction, side affects, emotions and more. I would watch her, in the good the bad and the ugly moments as she shared her story with the world. As Jen would say sometimes, the "ugly cry". In this conversation, Jen doesn't hold back, and gets pretty vulnerable. She's truly an inspiration to every woman, with or without cancer. Jen also went very public on: www.thewell.northwell.edu There you can find a few stories of Jen's journey. Jen has a podcast in the works: The Shamelessly Feminine Podcast and all her info is below. Jen Rozenbaum embraces her femininity while allowing women to embrace their own. By daring her clients to shed their clothes, they begin to shed their inhibitions. In the last nine years, Jen has found a burgeoning audience in the intimate photography market and is now sharing her shamelessly feminine movement with women worldwide. She proves that you can own your world if you live fearlessly, think audaciously and act spontaneously. www.jenrozenbaum.com https://www.facebook.com/groups/ShamelesslyFeminine/
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