Every single Woman in this World deserves to feel beautiful. Because they are, truly! Yet so often we question whether we really can be sensual, sexy, attractive, stunning, a bombshell! Which is important to know because confidence comes from knowing your OWN unique gifts and inner Goddess. That's where Boudair can help! Boudoir is a sensual photoshoot for the everyday woman. It will leave you feeling confident and beautiful so you can celebrate your body, relationships, and life! Getting to feel confident and look gorgeous, what could be better?

My guest this week is the Queen of Boudair, Liz Hansen. Based in Chicago, Illinois, Liz began her own boudair photography studio in 2018 and hasn't looked back since. Liz shares about her journey to boudair and how a boudoir photoshoot can help to build self assurance. Together we discuss why nude activities (in the right context) can help women find power & freedom and we have way too much fun talking about all things body embrace & acceptance, the gifts that keep on giving, and owning the heck out of YOUR unique sexiness. Liz shares her love for boudair & how beautiful portraits empower women to gain confidence and recognize their own beauty. She has been a professional photographer since 2011 and truly believes that boudoir is for everyone, regardless of age, size or shape.

Bio:

Liz Hansen is the owner and photographer at Chicago Boudoir Photography, a boutique studio that empowers women to feel confident in their bodies, relationships and lives. Liz opened her commercial studio in 2018 and has since photographed more than 2,000 women. She has been featured on the TEDx stage, on National Public Radio and with the Association of International Boudoir Photographers. Liz holds a BA in Art and an MA in Education. She lives in the Chicago area with her husband and two teenage daughters.

Website:

https://chicago-boudoir.com/

Social Media links:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chicagoboudoir

VIP Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/VIPChicago

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chicago.boudoir/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@chicagoboudoir

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/liz-hansen-9aab35173/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@ChicagoBoudoirPhotography

Free e-book:

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Hello to me Beautiful Listeners!...it's been awhile,

After 2 months of a grief fueled disconnect, I finally felt ready this week to sit down and share the story of my sweet angel pup Audrey's departure from this World in a solo episode for you all. It's been a rough couple of months yet there have certainly been some sweet moments and beautiful rainbows between the storms. I also share about heart warming visits with friends and family and renewing and cleansing adventures. There have been more tears than I knew I had and a roller coaster of feelings, yet I'm back and ready to share and get back to what I love most. Thank you all for your patience and for sticking around and supporting the show as I navigate through a very challenging year. Yet, of course, with challenge comes growth, strength, & grit and I'm all for that! So I keep my Soul pup in my heart and her spirit by my side and keep on keeping on even with a broken heart.

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The funhouse of an abusive, manipulative, or Narcissistic relationship can leave you very disoriented when you finally find your way out. The amount of trauma there is to process can feel stifling and the endless questions may bombard you. What was the extent of their lies? Was any of it true? Did they ever really love me? Why do I still have feelings for this person who hurt me so badly? Sometimes you just need some help to get out of the woods. This is where my guest this week, Bre Wolta, comes in. Bre is a Relationship Clarity Coach who is passionate about helping women heal from the mindf*ck of narcissistic relationships so that they can rebuild their confidence and securely attach in future healthy relationships.

On this guest episode, Bre shares about her own toxic relationship healing journey, and her ability to hold safe space allows her to walk alongside clients as they build trust and rekindle the most important relationship of all: the one they have with themselves. Bre explains why she is so passionate about helping women heal from the narcissistic mindf*ck & the 3 elements she believes we need to fully heal the narcissistic wound and allow us to securely attach in all of our relationships with friends, lovers, and family. We both explore our personal past dealing with deceitful partners and how we are all capable of reclaiming our light and belief in true, safe, healthy love.

Bre Wolta, EFT and The Clearing Work™ Certified Practitioner, is a Relationship Clarity Coach who helps Women heal and move into their highest experience in healthy relationships.

Podcast: Heartbreak to Wholeness: Untangle the Mindf*ck of Narcissistic Relationships
IG: @lucid.living.with.bre
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* THROW BACK EPISODE from the Summer of 2023, enjoy!*

A few weekends ago I traveled to the Oregon coast and received a wave of a message from the remarkable Pacific Ocean. The ocean roared in all of its glory as I sat on a rock at the shore. I felt its power and could hear it urging me, "don't hold back!" It yelled, "Give all of yourself to this life, give it everything you've got!" These messages continued and flowed through me, the emphasis to allow yourself to come through as your full, authentic, Divine Feminine self and let your creative abilities come forth into the World with all your might. To not restrain your true self or unique gifts. Whew! It was powerful and inspiring.

In this episode I talk more about this experience and how it can lead to releasing codependent attachments to what other people think or do and following your own brilliance. I also share about heeding the call. Keeping yourself open to the call of the Universe and your Soul to travel somewhere, call someone, attend an event, do something spontaneous, head to the coast or the woods. Whatever it might be, the World around us is always speaking to us and offering guidance and wisdom, are you listening?

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The human body is a miraculous thing. Most incredible is the fact that we only know a small fragment of what it is capable of and it's potential. Specifically when it comes to genomes and our DNA. This week's guest, Ruslana Remennikova, has dedicated her life to this fascinating exploration of human potential & evolution. Ruslana is the author of the book, Activating Our 12-Stranded DNA: Secrets of Dodecahedral DNA for Completing Our Human Evolution. She is also a scientist, sound healer, and artist.

On this guest episode, Ruslana shares some fascinating insights into mysterious and exciting realms of where Science meets Spirituality. She explains what first sparked the idea for Activating Our 12-Stranded DNA, describes the idea of 12-stranded DNA & why it's important, and what the special frequencies are that seem to “speak” to our DNA. She also speaks on how sound and intention work together when it comes to awakening our DNA, what the connection is between water, DNA, and consciousness, and how activating our DNA can support healing—both emotionally and physically.

Social media: www.ruslanaremennikova.com

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Bio: Ruslana Remennikova is a scientist, sound healer, and artist, and the author of Activating Our 12-Stranded DNA: Secrets of Dodecahedral DNA for Completing Our Human Evolution (Inner Traditions, Park Street Press, 2025)

* HEY THERE LOVELY LISTENERS! I'm on the road for a few weeks so enjoy this throw back from last Summer! It's still a relevant theme however because we have indeed entered into a Mercury Retrograde period in real time!*

How is Mercury Retrograde treating everyone? In case it's hitting you with some confusion in your relationship or life situations and you're all up in your head then this episode is for you. After venting to a dear friend about some current, concerning energies in my life she offered very sage advice, "just let it ride". And I realized she was absolutely right. Which made me realize how perfect that guidance is for MR. That take-a-pause and watch-and-wait energy that allows for greater clarity before making a decision. It also brought the Temperance tarot card to mind so I share about that as well.

On this Divine Feminine solo episode I offer some encouragement to embrace the Temperance card energy at this time and to not rush into any decisions, keeping one foot on solid ground and the other in the water of emotions. Giving pause to consider all factors and also just to realize that as the river flows, new waters come through that may give you a different experience than you thought. Remember you can never have the same experience twice, it will always be a little different because you are different now. There are no "wrong" decisions so take a breath and give yourself grace.

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It's one thing to want to make big changes in our life; be it with our body, habits, health, lifestyle. Yet it is quite another to actually transform yourself and your life into one that brings you more into alignment with your values & goals. Today's guest, Joey Bellus, has made it his life's work to understand the underlying truths of transformation and guiding others to attain them. Joey is the owner of OPT Beyond Fitness, which is comprised of a team of health and fitness professionals dedicated to empowering a diverse group of individuals of all ages and capabilities to achieve their fullest potential in health, fitness and well-being. They accomplish this by providing effective tools, services, atmosphere and structure to create sustainable lifestyle habits for our members. Their education and training systems are built on evidence-based research and best practices in exercise science, meditation and personal growth.

On this guest episode Joey and I go way BEYOND talking just fitness and health, we get into all things spiritual, recovery, addictions, sex, love, joy, & potential. Joey shares his unique experiences and background that led him to open his studio and guide others in their pursuit of self actualization and higher consciousness in life.

Bio:
My name is Joey Bellus, and I am the proud Owner of OPT Beyond Fitness. With a mission to guide individuals on transformative journeys, I focus on fostering healthy living and profound self-understanding. My approach addresses the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual dimensions, allowing us to collectively identify and overcome both external and internal barriers, thereby promoting personal progress, balance, and resilience.

I advocate for forgiveness, love, compassion, and integrity, helping clients transcend failure, self-doubt, and shame to discover unbreakable courage, confidence, and a profound sense of personal clarity and purpose. Utilizing a diverse toolkit that includes fitness, breathwork, meditation, nutrition, and traditional ceremonies, I offer a whole human approach to personal growth and self-transformation that has not only revolutionized my life but also the lives of those I coach.

With over 20 years of experience in the health, fitness and coaching industry, overcoming personal challenges along the way such as addiction and trauma, I've gained invaluable insights and wisdom that have refined my coaching methods. Each session is conducted with focus, dedication and care, ensuring a positive environment for client growth. Our journey together is one of continuous development, with every step forward reflecting a commitment to lasting change.

Media Links:

website: optimalaz.com

IG: @optfitness
Youtube: https://youtube.com/@optfitaz?si=t2K1NxvMH6DBKKbI

Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/7uo7Cl4aUUgDhIIxVZdBMo?si=50aa30f2e15f4f8d

"“And now that you don't have to be perfect, you can be good.”
― John Steinbeck, East of Eden

This quote inspired the Divine Feminine solo episode for this week. Sometimes you read a quote and it just hits you. Opens a pathway in your brain that allows you to realize, "Oh...maybe that could be true." I read this quote at just the right moment to get the message clearly, it's time to stop fighting to be perfect and just be you, perfectly. Why do so many of us hold on so tightly to the idea of perfection, particularly Women? Always pushing, trying to get closer & closer to what we think will finally allow us to be "enough", happy, and free to enjoy our lives. I believe it's because we don't know how to accept ourselves unconditionally, as we are, in the moment. We're always seeking more to get us closer to this unachievable state of "perfection" because the pursuit has become more comfortable to us than actually being able to feel perfect or even, enough. I hope you get the message meant for you out of it, thank you for listening!

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