LUXURIES FOR THE SOUL

Welcome to the final episode of season two! Alexis and Lauren invite you to listen to a behind-the-scenes conversation about being in the midst of de-cluttering every aspect of life through thorough Spring Cleaning.  The podcast is taking a short break and will return for season three. Stay in touch with your hosts through the links below.  Connect with your hosts:  Email: info@luxuriesforyoursoul...

Melissa Holgado joins Alexis and Lauren to share the renovation story about Red Hill, a historical federal-style plantation home with enslaved quarters built in 1825 in central Virginia on 40 acres in the Blue Ridge Mountains.  Melissa and her family dream of restoring Red Hill, transforming its somber energy into a place of dignity and respect, a respite from a busy life. But this is not your reg...

Alexis and Lauren welcome Julie Armstrong to cast a wide net, covering topics like sobriety, love, compassion, family, and strength in the community. Fitness has always been paramount to her existence. From personal training to a nutritionist, Julie brings women together in beautiful settings through the Hope Experience to connect with themselves and each other through yoga, meditation, multi-moda...

Alexis and Lauren welcome Jenni Crowther, a Human Design Mentor, Living your Design Guide, Yoga Teacher, and Reiki Master, to have a gentle and spacious conversation about diving into the depths of our uniqueness. If you resonate with Jenni and desire to be validated and inspired, contact her for a 1:1 conversation, a Human Design Reading, or join her on retreat to broaden your state of awareness....

Felicia Bender, The Practical Numerologist®, joins the podcast to help Alexis and Lauren validate and define their pathway and purpose in life in an empowered way that's fun, inspiring, and actionable all through numbers.  Felicia is the author of  Redesign Your Life: Using Numerology To Create The Wildly Optimal You  and  Master Numbers 11, 22, 33: The Ultimate Guide  and  The Ultimate Guide...

In this episode, Alexis and Lauren go between the sheets. Why is sex discussed so easily when we're in our 20s but feel off-limits later in life? Why aren't dinners with girlfriends similar to a Sex and the City episode: a group of women asking questions, giving advice, and sharing their likes and dislikes? Is sex a form of self-care? These are just some of the questions in a conversation...

Thalia Fischer, founder of All Seated in a Barn, is a profoundly empathetic human with a heart of gold. A self-described problem-solver, while in 5th grade, found her calling when she gave a passionate speech about the inhumane treatment and slaughter of horses. All Seated in a Barn is on the ground at auctions, pulling as many horses and donkeys from direct kill shipping to Mexico and Canada for...

On the podcast, author Rennie Dyball shares her experience of writing the children's book "B is for Bellies" that promotes body positivity. She discusses her writing process, what sparks ideas, and takes us on a journey through the offices of People Magazine where she worked as a journalist for many years. Her experience helped her to hone her skills to make every word in every story...

Anjie Cho and Laura Morris are the founders of Mindful Design Feng Shui School and co-hosts of the Holistic Spaces podcast. Together, they have over thirty years of experience designing harmonious spaces for their clients in their successful design businesses. Through their articles, books, workshops, videos, TV appearances, and consultations, Laura and Anjie have guided thousands of people to shi...

Do you believe that failure is life's greatest teacher? Is failure the opportunity to begin again? Alexis and Lauren discuss whether their perceived failures lead to shame or regret in business and personal lives. And if you loved the Friendship episode, you love this one too. Connect with your hosts: Email: info@luxuriesforyoursoul.com Instagram.com/luxuriesforyoursoul Alexis www.alexiskletji...

You may remember our conversation with Lindsay Hurty, co-founder of Everwell, Seasonal Circle, and Self School, an intimate online classroom that creates supportive and inspiring containers consisting of small groups for meaningful connection, intention, and decision-making, helping you move forward through obstacles or transitions, to make big decisions with authenticity and confidence. Listeners...

Happy New Year, listeners! Welcome to 2024. The topic of Friendship, and its original episode, was the highest-rated and most talked about. This in-between season reshare was sound-engineered differently for our loyal listeners. For new listeners, may this episode inspire open-minded, honest conversations to establish more profound connections and mutual love in all your friendships. Links to conn...

A great conversation between two friends: Alexis and Lauren reflect on their first year in podcasting, recap goals, both realized and unrealized, and give a sneak peek of their 2024 words of the year. Join our Facebook Community: www.facebook.com/groups/917180976266918 Connect with your hosts: Email: info@luxuriesforyoursoul.com Instagram.com/luxuriesforyoursoul Alexis www.alexiskletjian.com Insta...

Alexis and Lauren dive into the psychology of toxic online behaviors—mean comments, trolls, and haters. Since social media is in Lauren's wheelhouse, she shares personal and client stories of attention-seeking rude comments and lingering comparison hangovers. Articles referenced will appear in our Facebook Community: www.facebook.com/groups/917180976266918 Connect with your hosts: Email: info@...

Two years ago, Dana was in a heterosexual marriage, and she is now living a happy, authentic life as a lesbian, sharing the kids between two loving households. Alexis and Lauren have a conversation with Dana that spans the beginning of her journey in sexual exploration to mourning the loss of the life she knew, rediscovering herself, and experiencing sacred intimacy in a raw, unfiltered episode. W...

This episode empowers the reluctant solo traveler and the experienced international jet setter as we discuss glamping in Utah to Safari in Tanzania with Cherish Tours. This conversation will have you reviewing your calendar to book an adventure of a lifetime, creating memories with women from all walks of life through hosted multi-day experiences that facilitate a deeper connection with yourself,...

Today's episode delivers luxury directly to your doorstep via LuxeRox, an exclusive monthly subscription service offering highly curated mineral, crystal, and fossil specimens. LuxeRox is on a mission to bring the alluring beauty from the earth directly to your door, making collecting accessible, educational, and fun. Visit LuxeRox: https://www.luxerox.com Connect with your hosts: Email: info@...

Alexis and Lauren enjoy conversing with Chocolate Sommelier Estelle Tracy of 37 Chocolates. Inside this episode, Estelle reveals what started as a delicious excuse to eat a lot of chocolate became a life-changing journey that revealed a passion for craft chocolate. Estelle takes us on a voyage from bean to bar, educating us on the various aspects of the chocolate industry and its origin stories. T...

Alexis and Lauren have a conversation with Julie Flakstad, speaker, writer, and founder of The Midlife Truth Project, an initiative aimed at better understanding the myriad of transitions that women face, often simultaneously, as they settle into their 40s + 50s. Having helped create and produce over 350 events, workshops, and programs over the past ten years, Julie is working on a documentary abo...

Is there a mantra you live by, a guiding principle to direct decisions, or a phrase that serves as a reminder of how you want to live your life? Inspired by the second season of Hulu's award-winning show, The Bear, and its poignant reminder that "every second counts," Alexis and Lauren discuss small gestures and the notion it's never too late to invest in one another and rewrite...

If you love intimate conversation, this episode is for you. We are joined by Lindsay Hurty, co-founder of Everwell, Seasonal Circle, and Self-School, an online classroom that creates a supportive and inspiring container comprised of a small group for meaningful connection, intention, and decision-making — helping you move forward through obstacles or transitions and make big decisions with authent...

Inside this episode, you will hear laughter, validation, and mediation as Alexis and Lauren discuss the Enneagram types with Natalia Hernandez, a relationship coach and Enneagram expert. For listeners who love to witness our differences, this one is for you! If you want to hear Alexis and Lauren's complete reports from the Enneagram Institute listen to our prior episode. Find your Enneagram nu...

Be a fly on the wall of this conversation and listen to Alexis and Lauren discover their Enneagram type, armed with self-typed reports without an expert to help them navigate the nuance and relationship pitfalls. Immediately after this episode, they sat down with an Enneagram expert Natalia Hernandez, which you will hear in the next episode. Find your Enneagram number: https://www.enneagraminstitu...

Today is a bonus episode. It is a shared episode from when I was a guest on The Whole Equestrian podcast with Dr. Tyler Held.  Inside this episode, you'll hear stories of trusting Intuitive hits, a glimpse of the Equestrian mindset, and examples of chasing external rewards that create an unfounded feeling of wholeness and a shaky sense of value and self-worth.  Connect with Tyler of The Whole...

Alexis and Lauren conversate with Feng Shui expert and author Anjie Cho. Anjie is a creator of holistic spaces, specifically focused on designing interiors and teaching Feng Shui and meditation. She's guided thousands of people to harmonize their living spaces through the ancient practice of Feng Shui.  Anjie co-founded the Mindful Design Feng Shui School, cohost of the Holistic Spaces Podcast...