SheVOLVE: A podcast for women embracing their hidden superpowers

Welcome to this special episode of SheVOLVE. Today’s interview is part of a special series on Mindset featuring speakers from the 2024 Massage & Spa Success Summit  put on by one of our hosts, Gael Wood, and sponsored by SheVOLVE.  Today's guest is Heather Kew. Heather is a Partner & RMT at Kollectiv Health, and Owner, RMT at Pure Lotus Massage Therapeutics Ltd. Her presentations at this y...

Welcome to this special episode of SheVOLVE. Today’s interview is part of a special series on Mindset featuring speakers from the 2024 Massage & Spa Success Summit  put on by one of our hosts, Gael Wood, and sponsored by SheVOLVE.  Today's guest is Stephanie Rodriquez. Stephanie is the Founder & Executive Director at the United States Organization of Licensed Massage Therapists and a Massa...

Welcome to this special episode of SheVOLVE. Today’s interview is part of a special series on Mindset featuring speakers from the 2024 Massage & Spa Success Summit  put on by one of our hosts, Gael Wood, and sponsored by SheVOLVE.  Today's guest is Erin Stebbins, a Business Balance Mentor who helps massage therapists grow their businesses without burnout and with way more fun. Erin's presentat...

Welcome to this special episode of SheVOLVE. Today’s interview is part of a special series on Mindset featuring speakers from the 2024 Massage & Spa Success Summit  put on by one of our hosts, Gael Wood, and sponsored by SheVOLVE.  Today's guest is DJ Turner of Scaling Wellness. Darryl "DJ" Turner helps bodyworkers & wellness professionals identify, attract, and book their ideal clients wi...

Welcome to this special episode of SheVOLVE. Today’s interview is part of a special series on Mindset featuring speakers from the 2024 Massage & Spa Success Summit  put on by one of our hosts, Gael Wood, and sponsored by SheVOLVE.  Today's guest is Tazeem Jamal. Tazeem is an award-winning Spa Biz Coach & Social Media Mentor as well as a Paramedical Dermal Technician & Master Estheticia...

Welcome to this special episode of SheVOLVE. Today’s interview is part of a special series on Mindset featuring speakers from the 2024 Massage & Spa Success Summit  put on by one of our hosts, Gael Wood, and sponsored by SheVOLVE.  Today's guest is Justin Kobb Solace. Justin Solace holds a master's degree in kinesiology and is a licensed massage therapist, corrective exercise specialist, and t...

Welcome to this special episode of SheVOLVE. Today’s interview is part of a special series on Mindset featuring speakers from the 2024 Massage & Spa Success Summit put on by one of our hosts, Gael Wood, and sponsored by SheVOLVE.  Today's guest is Brenda Jean Wilson, the former owner of Elite Chair Massage, and a Massage Therapist who helps other Massage Therapists attract more clients to thei...

Welcome to this special episode of SheVOLVE. Today’s interview is part of a special series on Mindset featuring speakers from the 2024 Massage & Spa Success Summit put on by one of our hosts, Gael Wood, and sponsored by SheVOLVE.  Today's guest is Marelda Rodrigues. Marelda is a Grief Massage Therapist, Educator and Wellness Coach at Marelda Rodrigues, Grief Massage and Wellness. Her presentat...

Several years ago, the concept of "If it isn't a 'Hell yes!' then it's a No" was introduced - at least as far as we know - by Derek Sivers in his book Hell Yeah or No. Gael has read the book and thinks this idea is perhaps one that is better suited for business and commerce than for personal decisions. From Felicia's standpoint, while some things are that black and white, it doesn't quite resonate...

In our last episode, we talked about being more mindful about the negative words we say to others and ourselves. While we both "fell off the wagon" a little bit in our intentionality on this practice, today we discuss a bit about how every day is ripe with opportunities for us to look at the way we think about and react to the situations and encounter. In regards to saying yes to ourselves, whethe...

When you let go of electronic and mental distractions like we've talked about doing in the last two episodes, the idea is to make room for good things, right? Or at least things that are more rewarding than "doom-scrolling" and other less than mindful activities. But what do we do when what we notice with our newfound head-space is negative comments and complaints? And what if they aren't just abo...

In our last episode, we talked about giving up social media and electronics was easier for both of us than expected. We realized that we have been connected to it for different reasons and approached detaching from it in different ways. Letting go of it a little more than normal was a welcome relief for us both and we really enjoyed the space it gave us in our lives. Setting aside the electronics...

Welcome to the official SheVOLVE Prequel. In case you hadn't heard, From the Heart with Felicia & Gael is now SheVOLVE! Starting with this episode, our podcast is geared towards helping you discover and embrace your hidden superpowers! Why? Well with two milestone birthdays this year (Felicia - 55/Gael - 50) we are ready to do less, “be" more, and “she-volve” into their best selves ever. We kn...

From the Heart with Felicia & Gael is changing! Starting June 26th, our new format and title will be SheVOLVE: Discover and embrace your hidden superpowers! WE (Felicia Brown and Gael Wood) have come to a fork in the road - and we are taking it! Like you, we are ready to do less, “be" more, and “she-volve” into our best selves ever. Follow our weekly challenges to uncover and explore your own...

How do you know when it's time to make a change? Sometimes life brings unexpected events which signal the need for one change or another in an instant. This could be something like a tire blowing out prompting you to get a new one. Or you get an exciting job offer and you realize you'll need to give notice at your current job to accept it. There's also the need for change that is not subtle, that...

We are taking a moment to plan new, fun things for our podcast and are feeling "super-power-full" about how everything is evolving. While we are working on that today, we wanted to share our most popular episode so far. It fits so perfectly with our discussion about future episodes - we hope it resonates with you too! Enjoy and we will see you soon:-) Felicia & Gael Original Show Notes Are you...

Ever feel like you are trying EVERYTHING you know how to do to get your business rolling and getting nowhere? You're making the calls, following up on the leads, but it feels like nothing is happening. We have both been there, "beating the bushes" and taking constant action to find clients and revenue. Though it can take a while, "doing stuff" is helpful and does create momentum. However, it often...

Have you ever had a moment when you made a decision or plan to go in a new direction, but the Universe had other ideas and threw a wrench into your plans? When this happens, it can be easy to let whatever sidetracks you in the moment completely derail you. However, if we are able to pause, reflect and re-evaluate, we sometimes can see these challenges as opportunities to refine our plans, redefine...

It's easy to wax poetic about the goals we want to achieve, but much harder to take steps to turn those dreams into reality. Often, the most important steps we can take are related to letting go of old or outdated roles, ideas, possessions or relationships. Though difficult, the truth is that we must make space for new things by letting go of what no longer serves us. Saying goodbye to property, p...

Today's title may seem give the impression that getting older is a negative thing and that we inflicting ageism on ourselves. However, today's topic is more focused on the positives of getting older and how it frees us to let go the things that held us down or back when we were younger. In other words, "acting our age" may simply mean: That you know how to be accept yourself for who and where you...

The quote, “Comparison is the thief of joy,” attributed to President Theodore Roosevelt and others, is so true when we think what others do/have/are being is better than what we are experiencing. However, when we compare ourselves to others with the belief and understanding that because someone else has accomplished certain tasks or goals, not only can those things be done, but they could in fact...

Entrepreneurs are prone to being guilty of "bright shiny object" syndrome - meaning they see opportunities around every corner. Similarly, many of us experience "Imposter Syndrome" and believe that everyone else is doing it right or better, and we should stop what we are doing to be like them. Both of these scenarios are forms of "aspiring." While aspiration seems like a positive word, today we ta...

Give aways and freebies can and will get you paid! Besides cold, hard cash in your pocket, there are many ways to get paid from freebies. In this episode, we discuss some simple ways to help freebies pay you and your business. This bonus episode is part of a fun annual giveaway for massage and spa professionals which we are both part of called THE LOVE BOMB! In this 3-part bonus series - a giveawa...

Giving away free stuff CAN be a rewarding way to promote your business. However, if there is no strategy or plan behind it, if can also be disappointing and costly. In this episode, we discuss some simple ways to make freebies to make freebies an effective marketing tool. This bonus episode is part of a fun annual giveaway for massage and spa professionals which we are both part of called THE LOVE...

It's not really a secret...we are both fans of free giveaways. In fact, this bonus episode is part of a free, fun annual giveaway for massage and spa professionals which we are both part of called THE LOVE BOMB! In this 3-part bonus series - a giveaway within a giveaway - we discuss: Bonus Episode 1 - Are you a FREEBIE Fan or Foe? Bonus Episode 2 - Avoiding Freebie Falls and Fails Bonus Episode 3...