Self-love sounds beautiful in theory—but how do you actually practice it when life feels heavy and your body feels like a stranger?

In this heartfelt episode we are joined by transformational coach, yoga teacher, and global retreat leader Nadine McNeil—also known as Universal Empress. Together, they dive deep into what it really means to practice self-love.

Far beyond affirmations and bath rituals, self-love is about rebuilding trust with the body, accepting imperfections, and creating safety within yourself. Nomi and Nadine share stories from their own journeys, explore why we lose connection with our bodies in the first place, and offer practical ways to return home to yourself—no matter where you’re starting from.

From mirror work and breathwork to dancing in your room and hugging yourself like you would a child, this episode offers a powerful reminder: self-love isn’t something you wait to feel—it’s something you do.

In this episode:

• Why self-love is a practice—not just a mindset
• How to reconnect with your body after years of disconnection
• The importance of physical rituals like touch, breath, and movement
• Why discomfort, grief, and setbacks can actually be portals to healing
• How building a relationship with your body leads to deeper intuition and self-trust
• What it really looks like to meet yourself with compassion on hard days

About Nadine McNeil:

Nadine McNeil, known as the Universal Empress, is a transformational coach, yoga teacher, and retreat facilitator helping women around the world step into healing, power, and purpose. Through her workshops, global retreats, and moon circles, she guides others to come home to themselves with grace and truth. https://www.instagram.com/universalempress/?hl=en