My Own Way

In this episode of 'My Own Way,' we witness the overwhelming challenges of 2025, particularly the pervasive fear and violence in the world. We explore the importance of understanding fear as a natural response and I offer practical tools for folks to cope with challenging emotions. The conversation highlights the significance of pausing, self-awareness, and witnessing one's feelings as...

In this episode, Andrea reflects on the importance of self-care and well-being, even in the face of global atrocities. She emphasizes the need to honor and process our emotions while also finding joy and pleasure in life. Andrea encourages listeners to prioritize their own well-being in order to sustain their advocacy and make a positive impact in the world. Takeaways Self-care and well-being are...

In this episode, Liz from LVGMovement joins me and we discuss how her own journey has led her classically trained dance background flow into embodied somatic movement. I absolutely love being with others who are journeying through life in their very own way, AND bringing that to you, mi comunidad! Liz gives us a little taste of how to engage in somatic movement, in a very tangible and accessible w...

In this episode, we talk a little about our assumption that healing is always hard, but what if that wasn't always a given? After seeing a theme in many conversations throughout my week--both personal and in supporting clients, I noticed that so often we believe healing is going to be hard and painful. And sometimes that's why we avoid it! Which makes sense, why would you *knowingly* move...

In this bonus episode, I walk you through a guided meditation that involves the gift of Sweetgrass. This is a chance for you to take some time out of your busy day to give your body and nervous system even just a few moments to soften and release. Everything offered here is only an invitation. Please feel comfortable to skip over anything that doesn't work for you, or engage in a different pra...

In this episode, I walk you through some helpful ways to continue living even while current events challenge our ability to be well. When people ask, " How do I go forward ?" sometimes there's a feeling of being stuck, or overwhelmed--not knowing what next step to take. I invite you to begin to ask yourself the question, " What do I need to be okay in this moment ?" and per...

**In this episode, there is mention of current events happening in Israel & Palestine. Although not graphic in nature, please be mindful about pausing when your body and your nervous system need to take a break. The very first priority is your well-being--please take good care of you.** Today, I share about a topic very near to my heart as a holistic practitioner, and as someone who has witnes...

Some thoughts and reflections on the word Surrender, as it continues to show up for me again and again. And perhaps some thoughts to consider as you reflect on the word surrender for yourself: What would surrendering to yourself look like? If you took a step of trust in the direction of surrender, what would you see, hear, touch, taste, and smell? **************************************************...

Learning to live life in my own way has been a journey of many joyous events, and many challenging turns. But being true to who I am is worth each and every step it took to get here. In this first episode, I briefly touch on a few challenges that invited me into living as authentically as possible, and the sacred moments that have surfaced that allow for pause and reflection. I invite you to join...

The birth story of how this podcast and intentional sacred space came to live in the world. The My Own Way Podcast explores and highlights how leaders & change-makers have taken their own path to transform how we view success, and how we show up in the world. It’s designed to elevate the stories of those who were told “it has to be this way,” and inspire other trailblazers to make their own wa...