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By Amina AlTai
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Lia Avellino, LCSW, serves as the CEO of Spoke Circles and is a relational and somatic psychotherapist specializing in anti-oppressive interventions. With a focus on modern love, women's wellness, and individual empowerment, Lia's expertise extends to her role as an advisor at the Well Relationship Columns for Well+Good, where she contributes valuable insights and serves as a media commentator. Her commitment to utilizing experiential learning frameworks and bringing the science and ethos of therapy into community settings has established her as a prominent figure in the field. Lia's extensive experience and dedication to empowering individuals make her a trusted resource for navigating and managing spiraling thoughts, providing practical strategies and guidance for those seeking to overcome these challenges.
The key moments in this episode are:
00:00:05 - The Illusion of Internal Solutions
00:02:20 - Depathologizing the Human Experience
00:05:24 - The Function of Behavior
00:09:26 - Embracing Uncertainty and Discomfort
00:13:36 - Connecting with Leah
Connect with Lia Avelino
Website: spokecircles.com
Instagram: @lialoveavellino
Instagram: @spokecircles
Connect with Amina AlTai
Website: aminaaltai.com
Instagram: @aminaaltai
TikTok: @theaminaaltai
Linkedin: linkedin/in/aminaaltai
Today’s expert is Amy Bonaduce-Gardner.
Amy is a nervous system coach and the owner of prism movement studio. She has been a teacher for 25 years and has taught everyone from preschoolers to olympic athletes. With a degree in psychology and training in movement and dance, Amy has taught in both the public school system and in private practice. Her work focuses on the relationship between the nervous system and physical and emotional well-being, providing relief for clients with unresolved physical and emotional challenges.
The key moments in this episode are:
00:01:57 - A Nervous System Perspective
00:06:57 - Tools for Getting Unstuck
00:13:18 - Acknowledging Our Thoughts
00:13:47 - Embracing Stuckness
00:14:03 - Normalizing Human Experience
Connect with Amy Bonaduce-Gardner
Website: prismmovement.com
Instagram: @prismmovementstudio
Connect with Amina AlTai
Website: aminaaltai.com
Instagram: @aminaaltai
TikTok: @theaminaaltai
Linkedin: linkedin/in/aminaaltai
Megan Hellerer the founder and CEO of Coaching for Underfulfilled Overachievers, and the author of the new book, Directional Living: The Underfulfilled Overachiever’s Guide to Fulfillment in Work and Life, which outlines a framework for a brand new paradigm for career fulfillment in the 21st century. After checking all of the traditional boxes of success—graduating at the top of her class from Stanford and spending 8 years as a Google executive—and still finding herself deeply unhappy, she quit her “great-on-paper” job with no plan. Megan has led hundreds of Underfulfilled Overachievers, including representative AOC, to transform their lives by transforming their careers. Now, her mission is to provide others with the support and guidance that she needed and couldn't find when she herself was struggling.
The key moments in this episode are:
00:04:57 - Universal Experience of the “Bathroom Floor Moment”
00:11:29 - Introducing Directional Living
00:18:06 - The “Not That” Experiment
00:21:57 - The Myth of Certainty
00:29:16 - The Illusion of Fixed Passion and Purpose
00:30:45 - The Power of Curiosity in Decision-making
Connect with Megan Hellerer
Website: meganhellerer.com
Instagram: @meganhellerer
Connect with Amina AlTai
Website: aminaaltai.com
Instagram: @aminaaltai
TikTok: @theaminaaltai
Linkedin: linkedin/in/aminaaltai
Anu Gupta (he/el) is a lawyer, educator, scientist, and the Founder of BE MORE with Anu. He founded BE MORE in 2014 after witnessing the social and financial harms of bias to individuals, organizations, and communities firsthand. He foresaw the numerous possibilities available when people have access to mindfulness practices and scientific wisdom. He synthesized his skills as an attorney, research scientist, and a meditation teacher to build programs centered on advancing equity and belonging unlike any that existed before. Anu has logged over 10,000 hours of meditation and developed BE MORE’s approach after 15 years of research that was funded by the National Science Foundation, Nathan Cummings Foundation, the American Heart Association, among others.
The key moments in this episode are:
00:02:08 - Anu's Journey
00:10:10 - Ancient Wisdom and Social Connectivity
00:15:47 - Writing as a Process of Self-discovery
00:20:02 - Primary and Secondary Identities
00:26:38 - Moving Beyond Dualities
00:29:00 - Navigating Bias in the Workplace
00:31:27 - Hope in Challenging Times
Connect with Anu Gupta
Website: anuguptany.com
Instagram: @anuguptany
Connect with Amina AlTai
Website: aminaaltai.com
Instagram: @aminaaltai
TikTok: @theaminaaltai
Linkedin: linkedin/in/aminaaltai
Dana Balicki is a renowned transformational coach and guide, recognized for her expertise in slow down medicine, which integrates inner work and collective action. With a background spanning over a decade as an activist and organizer in anti-occupation and anti-globalization movements, Dana has impacted numerous individuals by facilitating the release of societal programming and fostering subversive curiosity. Her podcast, Crying in My Tea, has garnered acclaim for its profound exploration of the complexities in living an examined life. Dana's extensive experience and insightful perspective uniquely position her to provide valuable insights on sustaining activism without burnout.
The key moments in this episode are:
00:02:42 - Connection to Activism
00:07:37 - Sustaining Activism
00:12:16 - Cultivating Hope
00:15:12 - Balancing Inner Peace and Activism
00:18:22 - Community Care and Support
Connect with Dana Balicki
Website: danabalicki.com
Instagram: @danablix
Connect with Amina AlTai
Website: aminaaltai.com
Instagram: @aminaaltai
TikTok: @theaminaaltai
Linkedin: linkedin/in/aminaaltai
In this episode, Amina delves into the importance of getting your needs met, particularly in the context of purpose-driven work. Amina emphasizes the impact of honoring one's needs not only on personal well-being but also on the ability to positively influence those around you. When we aren’t getting our needs met there is usually a story or subconscious barrier there. This episode is a must-listen for anyone who is struggling to prioritize their needs, featuring actionable steps to overcome self-imposed limitations and achieve financial well-being.
The key moments in this episode are:
00:02:21 - Meeting Your Needs to Thrive
00:03:52 - Importance of Money in Meeting Needs
00:08:44 - Advocating for Needs
00:11:27 - Giving Back and Supporting Others
00:12:32 - Fear of Destabilization and Sabotage
00:15:43 - Understanding and Overcoming Unmet Needs
Connect with Amina AlTai
Website: aminaaltai.com
Instagram: @aminaaltai
TikTok: @theaminaaltai
Linkedin: linkedin/in/aminaaltai
Xenia Marie Ross Viray is an imagination healer, multi-dimensional artist, and community weaver known for her work in facilitating workshops and writing. As the founder of "Myths of Creation," her focus lies in reconnecting communities, ideas, and art forms at the intersection of creativity, spirituality, and systems thinking. Today, we dive deep into the world of Human Design. It’s a body of work you’ve heard me mention quite often throughout this podcast and this is the first episode that does a deep dive into it. If you love astrology and the esoteric and want more clues / intel about your purpose, this episode is for you.
The key moments in this episode are:
00:02:09 - Xenia's Career Journey
00:06:25 - Introduction to Human Design
00:16:49 - Integrity of Human Design
00:20:54 - Xenia's Human Design Chart Reading for Amina
00:27:18 - Embracing a Chorus of Voices
00:31:18 - The Four Categories of Purpose
Connect with Xenia Marie Ross Viray
Website: mythsofcreation.com
Instagram: @MythsofCreation
Special link to book readings (for our subscribers only) https://calendly.com/mythsofcreation/human-design
Connect with Amina AlTai
Website: aminaaltai.com
Instagram: @aminaaltai
TikTok: @theaminaaltai
Linkedin: linkedin/in/aminaaltai
Paola Atlason is a holistic nourishment teacher based in New York City. With a certification as a wellness practitioner since 2017, Paola's expertise in mindful eating and spirituality spans over two decades. Having struggled with her own mental and physical health, she is passionate about helping her clients live happier, healthier, and freer lives. Paola's approach, often described as a blend of nutritionist, spiritual teacher, and counselor, focuses on developing self-trust with ease, beauty, and joy, aligning bodies, minds, and spirits.
The key moments in this episode are:
00:06:29 - Building Self-Trust
00:13:05 - Wellness Industry Shift
00:18:09 - Journey to Self-Discovery
00:21:30 - Parts Work and Entrepreneurship
00:26:39 - Building a Financial Parachute
00:27:57 - Self-Compassion and Balancing Energy
Connect with Paola Atlason
Website: Paolaatlason.live
Instagram: @paolaatlasonwellness
Connect with Amina AlTai
Website: aminaaltai.com
Instagram: @aminaaltai
TikTok: @theaminaaltai
Linkedin: linkedin/in/aminaaltai
Jacqueline Cooke is a creative director and brand resonance expert, having collaborated with leading brands such as Bumble, Heyday Skincare, and Nike for over a decade. During her career journey, Jacqueline found the need to work with someone who had a genuine passion for empowering individuals to embrace their authentic selves—that’s where Amina came in. Now on her second round of coaching with Amina, Jacqueline shares what it’s been like to work with Amina and wat’s really changed.
The key moments in this episode are:
00:02:35 - Choosing Coaching and Personal Transformation
00:09:21 - The Power of Group Work
00:11:29 - Embracing Unique Career Paths
00:16:21 - Mindset Shift and Group Support
00:18:08 - Pursuing What Charms You
Connect with Jacqueline Cooke
Website: mersenestudios.com
Instagram: @jacmersene
Instagram: @mersenestudios
Connect with Amina AlTai
Website: aminaaltai.com
Instagram: @aminaaltai
TikTok: @theaminaaltai
Linkedin: linkedin/in/aminaaltai
Did you know that building a successful business and avoiding burnout could be as simple as prioritizing your well-being? In a world where hustle culture reigns supreme, it's easy to forget that taking care of yourself is the key to sustainable growth. But what if nourishing your body and setting healthy boundaries could actually lead to more clarity, creativity, and better decision-making in your business? Imagine being able to work smarter, not harder, and still see incredible results. In this episode, Amina shares her hard-won wisdom on how to design your workweek around your body's unique rhythms, set healthy boundaries, and regulate your nervous system for optimal performance. Get ready to transform your approach to business and well-being in ways you never thought possible. Stay tuned for Amina's game-changing insights that could revolutionize the way you build and grow.
The key moments in this episode are:
00:03:06 - Avoiding Burnout in Business
00:07:33 - Importance of Setting Boundaries
00:10:42 - Designing Workweek around Body's Energy
00:12:00 - Designing Your Calendar for Wellbeing
00:12:42 - Regulating Your Nervous System
00:13:59 - Tools for Regulating Nervous System
00:14:49 - Importance of Community Care
Connect with Amina AlTai
Website: aminaaltai.com
Instagram: @aminaaltai
TikTok: @theaminaaltai
Linkedin: linkedin/in/aminaaltai
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