Part 1: In this episode I sit down with Mary Diaz, a multi-hyphonate woman who is a copywriter, writing teacher, coach, artist, poet, mother, lover, and chaos consort. Her work supports complex women to deeply attune to, articulate, and ultimately embody their quintessence of the work they bring to this world. We talk about learning to dance with the uncomfortable, inconvenient, creational vortex of the feminine frequency. We explore through her lens the chaos from which all creation emerges, embodied coherence and erotic potency. We explore the perspective that this is the source of radical change inside our bodies, relationships, and ultimately our communities and the world. 

KEY TOPICS: 

1. Embracing chaos and complexity in personal and professional challenges

2: Moving beyond the chaos threshold for growth

3: Transformative power of surrender in the midst of descent

FIND & FOLLOW MARY: 

ig: mzmarydiaz + www.marydiaz.com

ABOUT KRISTINA: 

Kristina Italic is a sought-after Transformational Speaker, Occupational Therapist, Executive Advisor, and Artist who leads people to live beyond limits from her unique lens gained through her rich and diverse life. From growing up in poverty in West Virginia to living in Los Angeles, Kristina intimately knows there is always more beyond what we have come to know as possible.

FOLLOW KRISTINA ON SOCIAL  

⁠⁠IG⁠⁠:⁠ ⁠instagram.com/kristinaitalic⁠⁠

⁠⁠Linkedin⁠⁠:⁠ ⁠linkedin.com/in/kristinaitalic⁠⁠

BOOK KRISTINA TO SPEAK: 

Website:⁠ ⁠www.kristinaitalic.com⁠⁠

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In this episode, I have a heart to heart with with Cheryl Girard, an incredible artist, writer, textile designer, and all-around creative badass. We talk about her journey of self-expression and body image in a multimedia art show called Flesh and Soul where she explores the tangled web between body image and self-worth through photography, painting, and spoken word poetry.

We dive into the emotional complexities of body image and how it influenced her artwork and writing, the importance of allowing oneself to feel and express rage, as well as the societal pressure for women to suppress this emotion.

She shares her exploration of body shame and self-love as she wades through the river of emotions around the compulsive eating and excess weight that has plagued her throughout her life. 

If you have ever found yourself holding back and craving more authentic expression or struggling with body image or self-love then you are going to love Cheryl. 

FIND CHERYL: 

IG: @cherylgirard 

Website: https://www.cherylgirard.com/

ABOUT KRISTINA: 

Kristina Italic is a sought-after Transformational Speaker, Occupational Therapist, Executive Advisor, and Artist who leads people to live beyond limits from her unique lens gained through her rich and diverse life. From growing up in poverty in West Virginia to living in Los Angeles, Kristina intimately knows there is always more beyond what we have come to know as possible.

FOLLOW KRISTINA ON SOCIAL  

⁠⁠IG⁠⁠:⁠ ⁠instagram.com/kristinaitalic⁠⁠

⁠⁠Linkedin⁠⁠:⁠ ⁠linkedin.com/in/kristinaitalic⁠⁠

BOOK KRISTINA TO SPEAK: 

Website:⁠ ⁠www.kristinaitalic.com⁠⁠

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CHERYL SHOUTS OUT: 

Christina Dunbar: IG 

www.christinadunbar.com

Diahnna Nicole Baxter: IG 

 https://www.diahnnanicolebaxter.com/

Page Morton: IG

Part 3: Birthing My New Creation

This is the finale episode in this 3-part series, Flipping The Script. The tables have turned, Christina Dunbar - a BFF, an extraordinary artist, writer, founder, and guide for women's voices, is interviewing me!  We talk about struggling with health issues, rebuilding my life, and creating a new community, Bold Beyond.

The finale explores how I discovered my entire life and career was built on a trauma response. We talk about how I blew up my life to strip away the old labels and identities, the descent into the darkness of the unknown, and how the spark for a Bold Beyond emerged from a curiosity experiment.

KEY TAKEAWAYS: 

1: Unraveling the Layers of Self-Discovery: Sometimes, we uncover that our lives and identities have been shaped by coping mechanisms and responses to past traumas. This realization prompts us to embark on a journey of radical self-discovery, unraveling the layers of our constructed selves to reveal our authentic essence underneath.

2: Breaking Free from Limiting Labels: In the pursuit of authenticity, we may find ourselves called to dismantle the structures of our lives that no longer serve us. This process involves breaking free from limiting identities and labels that we've adopted but aren't truly reflective of who we are, allowing us to step into our true power and potential.

3: Embracing the Darkness of Transformation: True transformation often requires descending into the darkness of the unknown, confronting the discomfort of shedding old layers of identity, and sitting with the uncertainty of not knowing who we are becoming. It's in this darkness that we rediscover the wisdom of our bodies and reconnect with our true essence.

4: The Power of Curiosity and Aliveness: Sometimes, profound shifts in our lives emerge from simple acts of curiosity and following the spark of aliveness. By engaging in experiments that ignite our curiosity and asking thoughtful questions, we create fertile ground for new possibilities to emerge organically, leading us toward our purpose and passion.

5: Empowering Collective Growth Through Community: Our vision for the future often stems from our personal journey of growth and transformation. Kristina's vision to empower women to rise together and move beyond their limitations is a testament to the power of a supportive community in fostering collective growth, breaking down barriers, and opening doors of possibility for all.

ABOUT KRISTINA: 

Kristina Italic is a sought-after Transformational Speaker, Occupational Therapist, Executive Coach, and Artist who leads people to live beyond limits from her unique lens gained through her eclectic life. From growing up in poverty in West Virginia to living in Los Angeles, Kristina intimately knows there is always more beyond what we have come to know as possible.

FOLLOW KRISTINA ON SOCIAL  

⁠⁠IG⁠⁠:⁠ ⁠instagram.com/kristinaitalic⁠⁠

⁠⁠Linkedin⁠⁠:⁠ ⁠linkedin.com/in/kristinaitalic⁠⁠

BOOK KRISTINA TO SPEAK: 

Website:⁠ ⁠www.kristinaitalic.com⁠⁠

WHAT YOU CAN DO: 

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JOIN:
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In this 3-part series, Flipping The Script, the tables have turned, Christina Dunbar  - a BFF, an extraordinary artist, writer, founder and guide for women's voices, is interviewing me!  We talk about my journey of struggling with health issues, rebuilding my ife, and creating a new community- Bold Beyond. You will learn about perseverance through immense challenges, finding the courage to listen to your body and soul, creating supportive community connections, embracing the unknown, and living a life beyond limits with boldness and purpose.

Flipping The Script Part 2: Rewriting The Story 

This part details Kristina's shift from fighting her body to surrendering and listening to its whispers. It shares her journey of reconnecting to her body wisdom, the tiny steps and threads that began putting her back together, and key moments where she regained trust in being able to heal herself.  And the plot twist at the end. Let’s get to it. 

KEY TAKEAWAYS: 

1: Embracing Surrender and Listening to Inner Wisdom: There comes a time in our lives when we must let go of the fight against our circumstances and surrender to the whispers of our inner selves, allowing us to approach challenges with fresh openness and acceptance.

2: Rewriting the Narrative Through Self-Exploration: Through practices like journaling, movement, and various healing modalities, we have the power to rewrite the narratives of our lives, rebuilding a relationship of radical self-trust and rediscovering our inherent worth and resilience.

3: Navigating the Complexity of Healing: Healing is not a linear journey. By embracing this complexity and holding space for both our challenges and moments of hope, we allow ourselves to follow tiny threads of hope that guide us forward.

4: Finding Allies in Unexpected Places: Sometimes, amidst the sea of dismissal and misunderstanding, we encounter individuals who truly see and hear us, becoming invaluable allies in our journey. Their validation and understanding can help us rebuild trust in ourselves after years of doubt and skepticism.

5: Tapping into Inner Wisdom and Feminine Energy: There's a profound wisdom in embracing the feminine qualities of introspection, stillness, and reconnecting with our bodies' guidance. Instead of seeking external solutions, we can find strength and healing by turning inward and honoring the innate wisdom that resides within us.

ABOUT KRISTINA: 

Kristina Italic is a sought-after Transformational Speaker, Occupational Therapist, Executive Coach, and Artist who leads people to live beyond their limits from her unique lens gained through her eclectic life. From growing up in poverty in West Virginia to living in Los Angeles, Kristina intimately knows there is always more beyond what we have come to know as possible.

FOLLOW KRISTINA ON SOCIAL  

⁠⁠IG⁠⁠:⁠ ⁠instagram.com/kristinaitalic⁠⁠

⁠⁠Linkedin⁠⁠:⁠ ⁠linkedin.com/in/kristinaitalic⁠⁠

BOOK KRISTINA TO SPEAK: 

Website:⁠ ⁠www.kristinaitalic.com⁠⁠

WHAT YOU CAN DO: 

Share this episode with someone who needs a sparkplug of inspiration. Subscribe, if you’re loving this podcast and want to be the first to know when new episodes are out.

And, if this show sparked you to come more alive or dial up your volume to go beyond what you thought was possible, please rate and review it so that others can experience the ripple of this show. 

JOIN: 

Be a part of something good! Join the afterparty and live Q&A along with the entire Bold Beyond Besties community ⁠here⁠. We are a coterie of powerhouse women who are going ALL in on our lives and turning up the volume on our boldness. So grab your bold bestie and come join us. We got your back and are here to be your hype crew cheering your biggest boldest self on, always! 

In this 3-part series, the tables have turned, Christina Dunbar interviews, me about my never-before-told journey of struggling with severe health issues, rebuilding my life, and creating a new community - Bold Beyond. You will hear about perseverance through immense challenges, finding the courage to listen to our body and soul, creating supportive community connections, embracing the unknown, and living a life beyond limits with boldness and purpose.

PART 1: When My Life Fell Apart 

In this episode, I talk about my severe health challenges, the dismissal and lack of answers from doctors, my sense of betrayal by my own body, and hitting rock bottom mentally and physically to the point of being suicidal.

KEY TAKEAWAYS: 

1: Struggling Against Inexplicable Challenges: We all face moments when life presents us with seemingly insurmountable obstacles that disrupt our daily functioning and can leave us feeling helpless.

2: Seeking Answers in a World of Uncertainty: In times of distress, we often turn to experts and professionals for guidance and solutions, only to encounter dismissal, confusion, and a lack of understanding that can leave us feeling lost and unsupported.

3: The Betrayal of Self: There are moments when we may feel betrayed by our bodies or minds, questioning why they're not cooperating despite our best efforts to care for ourselves. This internal conflict can lead to feelings of anger, frustration, and a sense of being at war with ourselves.

4: Navigating the Depths of Despair: At our lowest points, we may find ourselves facing a mental, emotional, and physical abyss, where the weight of our struggles feels unbearable. It. can lead us to contemplate surrendering to despair or even thoughts of ending our own lives.

5: The Burden of Vulnerability: Even those who are typically seen as pillars of strength can find themselves crumbling under the weight of their own suffering, feeling isolated and unable to fulfill the roles they're accustomed to, while simultaneously grappling with their own internal battles.

ABOUT KRISTINA: 

Kristina Italic is a sought-after Transformational Speaker, Occupational Therapist, Executive Coach, and Artist who leads people to live beyond limits from her unique lens gained through her eclectic life. From growing up in poverty in West Virginia to living in Los Angeles, Kristina intimately knows there is always more beyond what we have come to know as possible.

FOLLOW KRISTINA ON SOCIAL  

⁠⁠IG⁠⁠:⁠ ⁠instagram.com/kristinaitalic⁠⁠

⁠⁠Linkedin⁠⁠:⁠ ⁠linkedin.com/in/kristinaitalic⁠⁠

BOOK KRISTINA TO SPEAK: 

Website:⁠ ⁠www.kristinaitalic.com⁠⁠

WHAT YOU CAN DO: 

Share this episode with someone who needs a sparkplug of inspiration. Subscribe, if you’re loving this podcast and want to be the first to know when new episodes are out.

And, if this show sparked you to come more alive or dial up your volume to go beyond what you thought was possible, please rate and review it so that others can experience the ripple of this show. 

 JOIN: 

Be a part of something good! Join the afterparty and live Q&A along with the entire Bold Beyond Besties community ⁠here⁠. We are a coterie of powerhouse women who are going ALL in on our lives and turning up the volume on our boldness. So grab your bold bestie and come join us. We got your back and are here to be your hype crew cheering your biggest boldest self on, always!

In this episode, host Kristina Italic interviews Anne Perry, an entrepreneur and innovator who specializes in designing "side doors" to open up opportunities and solve problems in creative ways. They discuss Anne's journey over the past decade building businesses, designing accessible and affordable housing solutions, and her newest venture creating an accessible boutique housing development.

Key Discussion Points: 

- Anne's founding of Business Heroines, an online magazine featuring women entrepreneurs (00:08:10) 

- Her subsequent founding of Else Society, an online community focused on alternative business models and financial freedom (00:14:59) 

- Anne selling one business to start another in real estate (00:26:44), and in turn selling that to enter real estate investing 

- Designing an "expandable, collapsible house" with flexible spaces that can serve as extra income potential or change with the owners' lifestyle needs (00:34:00) 

- Anne's friendship with disability rights advocate Ali, leading them to start Dwellable, an accessible modern housing development venture (00:44:10) 

Guest: Anne Perry 

- Serial entrepreneur - Founder, Business Heroine and Else Society

- Real estate investor and developer 

- Co-founder, Dwellable 

www.dwellable.world

What I love about Anne Perry is her creative mind and the way she approaches life and business could never be called “conventional.” 

When we met, she was running an online magazine called “Business Heroine” for the entrepreneur who says she will, and does. She later rebranded that into a membership community, called Else Society, for people looking for out-of-the-box ways to design their lives around what matters most to them. She then followed her own passion in real estate and, rather than following the standard route, she designed, built, and sold two custom homes. She’s now taking on the next venture of building a boutique development of modern single-family homes that are designed to be fully accessible. 

She has a knack for turning people’s seeds of ideas into million-dollar business plans and finding alternative routes into opportunities when they otherwise seem locked down. She calls this the “side door” concept and I can’t wait to dive in more and talk about it!

FOLLOW ANNE ON SOCIAL: 

@AnnePerryGram

www.AnnePerryDesigns.com

FOLLOW DWELLABLE ON YOUR FAVORITE SOCIAL:

@dwellableworld

www.Dwellable.world

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If this show ignited, inspired, or left an impression on you, it would mean the world if you’d rate and review it so that others can feel the love and impact of this show. 

FOLLOW KRISTINA ON SOCIAL  

⁠IG⁠: ⁠instagram.com/kristinaitalic⁠

⁠Linkedin⁠: ⁠linkedin.com/in/kristinaitalic⁠

BOOK KRISTINA TO SPEAK: 

Website: ⁠www.kristinaitalic.com⁠

Be a part of something good! Join the afterparty and live Q&A along with the entire Bold Beyond Besties community here. We are a coterie of powerhouse women who are going ALL in on our lives and turning up the volume on our boldness. So grab your bold bestie and come join us. We got your back and are here to be your hype crew cheering your biggest boldest self on, always! 

CHECK OUT ANNE'S SHOUT OUTS:

1: Kristina Italic IG⁠ or website: www.kristinaitalic.com

2: Kai Andrews, Founder Land Hacker.

IG: kaijandrew

Youtube:@KaiAndrew

Website: www.Kaiandrew.com

3: Tracy Harward, Creator of Ishtara

IG: @ishtarabody

Website: www.ishtarabody.com

In this episode, tattoo artist Meghan Alayne shares her journey of deciding to rewrite her story and burn her  “good on paper” yet unfulfilling life to pursue happiness and find her creative passions. She discusses burning her life down to start over, overcoming challenges like self-doubt and imposter syndrome, the importance of showing up consistently for yourself and your art, and how she built an inclusive community through her tattoo shop.

Key Topics:

- Leaving an unfulfilling marriage and career behind in her 30s to follow her truth that lead her to become a tattoo artist

- Facing and moving through the “messy middle“ of the difficult transition period 

- Letting go of expectations and perfectionism to make art 

- The power of showing up consistently even when things feel messy

- Building community as a queer-friendly tattoo studio

Guest Bio: 

Meghan Alayne is a tattoo artist and studio owner based in Chapel Hill, NC. She started her tattoo career 12 years ago after leaving her corporate career and marriage. Her studio focuses on creating meaningful art for clients in an inclusive environment.

FIND MEGHAN: 

Instagram @meghanmagdalene and @ascensiontattoonc www.ascensiontattoonc.com

Key Quotes:

"I kind of burnt my life down to do that. I left a good job. I ended up splitting up with my husband"

"If I don't get out of here, I'm going to kill him. I'm going to do something that I can't take back." A pivotal moment realizing her marriage was over

"Go for it. Just go for it... It's because the world needs you. The world needs whatever that is that you have to offer, that you want to offer." on pursuing your creative passions 

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If this show ignited, inspired, or left an impression on you, it would mean the world if you’d rate and review it so that others can feel the love and impact of this show. 

3 Women Meghan Gives a Shout Out to:

- Breeanna Murphy- IG @literacyexpanded &  www.literacyexpanded.com

- Hannah Popish - IG @poppysolnc & www.poppysolnc.com

- Sophie Strand - IG @cosmogyny & www.sophiestrand.com

FIND KRISTINA ON SOCIAL:  

IG: instagram.com/kristinaitalic

Linkedin: linkedin.com/in/kristinaitalic

Website: www.kristinitalic.com

Be a part of something good! Join the afterparty and live Q&A along with the entire Bold Beyond Besties community here. We are a coterie of powerhouse women who are going ALL in on our lives and turning up the volume on our boldness. So grab your bold bestie and come join us. We got your back and are here to be your hype crew cheering your biggest boldest self on, always! 

This episode is the quintessence of BOLD BEYOND. It's about showing up for ourselves, finding our truth and rewriting our story.

In this episode of Bold Beyond podcast, host Kristina Italic speaks with guest Sarah Bettman about her journey of self-discovery and reinventing her life when she felt like she “woke up in the wrong life.” They dive into topics like authenticity, managing burnout, and what it takes to make bold changes.

You can find Sarah here: www.sarahbettman.com

IG: Sea2mountains or livingourstokedlives

The Three Humans Sarah Shouts Out:

Tammy Coin www.tammycoin.com IG: @tammycoin 

Veronique Porter of Ampersand Workspace. www.ampersand-workspace.com  IG: @ampersandworkspace

Matt Shivers www.allgoodequipment.com IG: @allgoodequipment

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Find Kristina on social: 

IG

Linkedin  

Be a part of something good! Join the afterparty and live Q&A along with the entire Bold Beyond Besties community here. We are a coterie of powerhouse women who are going ALL in on our lives and turning up the volume on our boldest lives. So grab your bold bestie and come join us. We got your back and are here to be your hype crew cheering your biggest boldest self on, always!

In this first episode of the podcast, host Kristina Italic has an inspiring conversation with her friend and trailblazing artist Kaira Akita. They explore Kaira's journey of reconnecting with her authentic self, letting go of relationships and stories that no longer served her, and courageously building a new world aligned with her truth.

Kaira Akita is an award-winning LA based artist, creative executive and visionary pioneer. Her multifaceted work across industries is grounded in her mission to unlock human potential. She is a woman of vision & venture writing new worlds that question and expand what’s possible at the edges of identity, art, lifestyle, business, culture, and communal care - delivering standout work at The Alliance Theatre, Sundance, BET, Netflix, HBO, and Tyler Perry Studios and garnering a NAACP Theater Award for Best Supporting Actress, a Reel Sisters Best Director Award, and a Women in Film Los Angeles Mentor Circle Fellowship. She is based in Los Angeles with East Coast, Southern, and global roots in Washington DC, Georgia, and Germany.

Kaira Akita: www.kairaakita.com

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⁠IG⁠

⁠Linkedin⁠  

Be a part of something good! Join the afterparty and live Q&A along with the entire Bold Beyond Besties community ⁠here⁠. We are a coterie of powerhouse women who are going ALL in on our lives and turning up the volume on our boldest lives. So grab your bold bestie and come join us. We got your back and are here to be your hype crew cheering your biggest boldest self on, always!

Creating Spaces of Connection and Inspiration in a World of Isolation.

In this episode, host Kristina Italic shares her personal journey over the past year of feeling isolated and restless, which led her to start having curious conversations with strangers. These raw and vulnerable storytelling experiences made her realize people are craving more community, connection, and creativity. 

Main discussion points:

- The "death of third spaces" - with people staying home more, the communal public spaces Kristina loved working and connecting in had changed (00:01:19) 

- Kristina's identity crisis when she realized her life lens was based on unhealthy expectations (00:03:40)

- Embarking on her "curiosity experiment" to have genuine conversations and learn people's stories (00:06:32)

- The profound impact storytelling had, both for the storyteller and Kristina as the listener (00:07:12)  

- People wanting more meaningful connections and to "come more alive" despite having friends and technology (00:13:11)

- Kristina starting a new podcast and community for people craving creativity, action, and celebration (00:16:44)

Host Bio: 

Kristina Italic - Host, author, storyteller focused on vulnerability and truth-telling

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