Get Empowered

In this episode of the Get Empowered podcast, host Erika returns after a year-long hiatus to explore the journey of living in alignment with personal values. Erika candidly shares her experiences of taking a step back to prioritize mental, spiritual, and emotional health. She discusses the importance of giving oneself grace, the power of reevaluating life choices, and the freedom to pivot when thi...

Are you noticing that sometimes other people dim your light? This week, Erika talks about how a recent experience she had was a great reminder on why you should never dim someone else's light. We all are going through different life ups and downs, but vibrating from a higher light and celebrating those around you is the most empowering. Tune in now for your weekly reminder to get empowered. Click...

Are you wanting to manifest a life that you love, but feel like nothing is working? This week, Erika talks about the mindset shift she made that helped her take her manifestation to another level. No matter whether you are trying to increase your bank account, find your true love or get your dream body this life hack can help you get there. Whether or not you are brand new to manifestation or have...

Are you wanting to create a new beginning or feel like the journey is never ending? This week, Erika talks about taking the leap to do something new and celebrating small wins along the way. We chat about visualization being a tool for manifestation, the importance of aligning your energy with what feels right, and celebrating the progress made. Whether or not you have a similar healing journey, i...

Are you feeling lost or stuck and are looking for advice ? This week, Erika dives into another Mindset Monday episode where she shares mindset tips to help you create and maintain progress in your own mindset. During this week's mindset share, Erika explains why she took a few weeks off from podcasting and how the time off allowed her to reflect, realign and. reignite her spark for helping others....

Are you in a recovery journey and are looking for advice ? This week, Erika dives into another Sober Big Sister episodes where she answers questions from people like yourself looking for advice. During this week's questions we dive into the topics of handling family conflict at formal events, how to go no contact and being critical of your partner. It can be difficult to turn to your friends in th...

Are you in a recovery journey and are looking for advice ? This week, Erika dives into another Sober Big Sister episodes where she answers questions from people like yourself looking for advice. During this week's questions we dive into the topic shame after drinking, how to know when it is time to move on from a relationship and dealing with emotionally immature parent. It can be difficult to tur...

Are you in a recovery journey and are looking for advice ? This week, Erika shares how years of "doing the work" in therapy and Adult Children of Alcoholics led to a huge milestone in her recovery. This was only possible due to honest communication, vulnerability and lots of therapy, but it was worth the effort. If you are an adult child of an alcoholic or family dysfunction and need a reminder th...

Are you in a recovery journey and are looking for advice ? This week, Erika is answering questions about if is it too late to start, how to handle the difference in personalities of family when drunk vs sober, and how to feel emotions without taking it out on your partner. I share my favorite Adult Child of Alcoholics/Family Dysfunction resources, how it is never too late to start your healing as...

Are you in a recovery journey and are looking for advice ? This week, Erika is answering questions about if our childhood affects whether we want to have children, how to move on from resentment and how to feel more complete. I share my favorite Adult Child of Alcoholics/Family Dysfunction resources, my thoughts on having kids as an adult child of dysfunction and what to do if your inner critic is...

Are you in a recovery journey and are looking for advice ? This week, Erika is answering questions about recovering from binge drinking, how to become your own loving parent, and leaning into your hobbies and passions. I share my favorite Adult Child of Alcoholics/Family Dysfunction resources, tips for managing binge drinking and what to do if your inner critic is LOUD. It can be difficult to turn...

Are you in a recovery journey and are looking for advice ? This week, Erika is answering questions about dating while in recovery. I share my favorite Adult Child of Alcoholics/Family Dysfunction resources, tips for dating while sober and what to do if you're partner just doesn't get it . It can be difficult to turn to your friends in these scenarios, and now you have a safe space to be heard and...

Have you ever watched a show or movie that was seemingly superficial, but you learned many lessons along the way? This season of the Bachelor, season 28 with Joey Graziadei was that for myself and many others in America. Earlier this week we saw the conclusion and I have some thoughts on why it was so many of us were captivated for the last several weeks. What does this have to do with getting emp...

Have you ever felt like you took three steps forward and then one step back? We have all been there, and this week I am sharing the non-linear nature of healing and the importance of being flexible in the journey. I am sharing my personal experiences with triggers and setbacks because it is OK that this process isn't linear.. Click play now- just by listening you are one step closer to living empo...

Have you ever wanted to try something new, but just haven't made the leap yet? Have you been wanting to try a new hobby, join a group or make more time for the activities you enjoy? This week I am sharing why I decided to plant the damn garden. I have been wanting to start a flower garden and start this new hobby, and this week I decided to just do it. Doing activities to help your mental health a...

Have you ever thought "why can't I just be normal?" Have you felt the weight of comparison and feeling like you are never enough? This week I share my personal experience with how wedding planning and the pressure to have a Pinterest-perfect wedding has opened up the gates of comparison. We often get caught up in what everyone else is doing instead of focusing on the many blessings we have in our...

Have you been in a funk? Not feeling like yourself? I know the last few months I have had not my normal mindset. This past week I realized how subconsciously I let myself slip into a victim. mentality. It wasn't obvious, but I noticed more negative self talk, lack of hope, feeling out of alignment and overwhelm. Thankfully I was able to shift from a victim mindset to an empowered one. If you are n...

Have you ever felt like you weren't good enough? Like you need to live up to a certain societal standard? It an be difficult in a world full of comparison, and this was highlighted in the last few weeks of Season 28 of the Bachelor. I never thought that the Bachelor franchise would be highlighting an important empowerment lesson, but this season they have. It has been a great reminder for me on wh...

Have you ever wanted to turn back the clock and tell your younger self some of the lessons you have learned? In this episode, I share valuable lessons and advice I would give to my younger self. The conversation covers various topics, including building a network, exploring and taking risks, valuing oneself in relationships, choosing a career that fits one's lifestyle, starting to invest and build...

Are you tired of the dating scene? Or maybe you just want to improve your current relationship? In this episode, I share my five non-negotiables for creating and maintaining a healthy relationship. It isn't easy, no matter what stage you are in, and I want to share what I have learned along the way. You deserve a life filled with happiness and love, and this is what has helped me to create that. C...

Does it seem like the world is on fire? Like no matter where you turn there is a new catastrophe or tragedy? It feels like every news outlet and social media platform is giving another reason to live in fear. I am choosing to not let the fear win. Thankfully, there are even universal laws that support why no matter the world events, it is powerful to not give into the fear and negativity surroundi...

QUESTION: Have you ever had a moment of defeat, frustration or even failure? If you are anything like me then the answer is hell yes! It doesn't matter how many times we face obstacles, make a wrong turn or just truly feel defeated. BUT it does matter what we do in those moments. Are you able to use it to as a source of motivation, or do you use it as an excuse to give up? In this episode, I share...

Are you constantly reading the latest self help book, taking the newest course and finding the "next best thing"? As someone who loves personal growth I know how easy it is to get stuck in the cycle of constantly learning but never implementing. Self development is incredibly important, but it can be a slippery slope to feel the need to constantly be learning and never implementing. This week I sh...

In a very special 100th episode of the Get Empowered podcast, I am sharing how the decision to just start, changed the trajectory of my life. If you are looking to make the decision to try something new then this is the episode for you. Often just getting started is the most difficult part. Tune into this week's mindset Monday to learn more about how one decision to start a podcast led to 100 epis...

Are you someone who has a routine? Maybe you are looking to create new habits this year and have no idea how to get started? This week's episode is all about the power behind your routine, and shifts in your routine will shift your life. Whether you are wanting to create new healthy habits, better your finances or just spend more time doing activities you enjoy, your routine will help you get ther...