Business as Poetry

Welcome to One Bite — a short monthly voice note to help you slow down, reflect, and realign before your next big jump.

Can doing work you love ever get too much?

This month’s check-in is a gentle reflection on that exact lesson.

I went for a break, thinking I’d rest and finish my Substack, record content, edit posts… but my body had other plans.

Back pain. Fatigue. Resistance to even the things I love the most.

So I paused. And what came through surprised me: Even the work we adore can sometimes keep us stuck in a cycle of output.

True rest isn’t just time off — it’s time in. A moment to remember who we are underneath the doing.

And sometimes, stepping back doesn’t mean you’re off-track. It means you’re finally in rhythm with yourself.

This episode is for anyone who’s been feeling tired for no reason, questioning their pace, or needing permission to unplug — even from what brings them joy.

And it pairs beautifully with my last month's conversation with Katie Mantwa George on career transitions and how to feel in your body if you're ready.

Tune in to this 5-min voice note for a soft reset. And let me know…

Have you been doing too much of what you love lately?

You can find me on IG @lifewelllived.by.hv for more daily musings and insights!

In this episode of Sound of Breaking Glass, host Hristina Vaceva sits down with meditation guide, empathy teacher, and author Katie Mantwa George to explore the beauty of starting before you feel ready.

Katie’s journey hasn’t always been linear — but it’s one marked by grace, resilience, and a quiet trust in life’s nudges. Whether in the boardroom or a meditation circle, Katie has made it her mission to bring softness into high-pressure spaces and to help others reconnect with what’s true.

Together, we explore how personal breakdowns can spark professional breakthroughs, why clarity often comes after the leap — not before — and how we can honour the mystery of becoming while staying grounded in daily life.

Key themes include:

• How the Universe guides us — even when we resist
• Reclaiming calm in a culture obsessed with speed
• Making space for poetry, stillness, and feminine wisdom at work
• The power of presence in both healing and leadership
• Starting from where you are — even if you’re scared

If you’ve been looking for a sign to slow down, drop in, and trust your timing — this is it.

🔗 Where to find Katie:

Check out her website: https://www.beinghumanwell.com or subscribe to her newsletter: https://www.beinghumanwell.com/newsletter-wellnessguide

Instagram: @beinghumanwell

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katie-mantwa-george/

🔗 Connect with Hristina:

Instagram: @lifewelllived.by.hv

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In this soulful episode of Sound of Breaking Glass, host Hristina Vaceva sits down with Jane Marle — modern-day healer, founder of House of Jiriki, and host of the Heart.listic podcast — to explore the power of energy work, sacred rituals, and listening to the wisdom of the body.

Jane shares her journey from burnout in the fashion industry to finding alignment as a Reiki master, sound healer, and intuitive guide. Together, we unravel the deeper meaning of “ease,” what it truly feels like to live in flow, and how to build a life and business rooted in resonance — not resistance.

Key themes include:

• What burnout is really trying to tell you
• The difference between forced action and aligned momentum
• How to reconnect with your body’s intuitive guidance
• Building a soul-led business (and life) without losing yourself
• The magic of surrender, silence, and spiritual creativity

Whether you’re navigating a transition, craving inner clarity, or simply curious about the unseen layers of yourself — this episode is a gentle invitation to return to your own rhythm.

Explore more of Jane’s work:

🌐 Website: www.houseofjiriki.com

📸 Instagram: @houseofjiriki

👉 Download Jane's “7 Steps to Connect to Your Akashic Records and Manifest Your Desires” guide here:

https://houseofjiriki.com/product/7-simple-steps-to-connect-to-your-akashic-records-manifest-your-desires

Follow Sound of Breaking Glass for more conversations at the intersection of energy, creativity, and personal transformation.

✨ Instagram: @lifewelllived.by.hv

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Welcome to One Bite — a short monthly voice note to help you slow down, reflect, and realign before your next big jump.

When was the last time you did something just because?

In this short and soulful solo episode, I take you with me on a spontaneous journey to Barcelona — but not the kind you might expect. This trip turned into an unexpected invitation to reconnect with my inner child, break my own rules, and say yes to play, presence, and the joy of not planning everything in advance.

I reflect on what it means to soften the edges of our overly structured lives, why we often resist joy, and how one walk-in wine bar reminded me of a powerful truth: we don’t always need a reason. We just need to be willing to listen.

This episode is a gentle nudge back to spontaneity, nervous system repair, and the wild, wise part of you that’s always been there — waiting for permission to come out and play.

✨ It pairs beautifully with my last conversation with Dr. Malvina Bartmanski on healing, nature, and finding your way back home to your body.

If you’ve been craving permission to rest, rebel, or roll in the mud — this one’s for you

What if your body’s symptoms weren’t something to fight — but an invitation to pause?

In this episode of Sound of Breaking Glass, host Hristina Vaceva sits down with Dr. Malvina Bartmanski — a clinical psychologist, author, and safari guide — to explore the deep connection between autoimmune conditions, emotional trauma, and the healing wisdom of nature.

Malvina shares her own experience of living with an autoimmune condition and how it led her to radically shift how she worked, lived, and cared for herself. Together, we explore what it means to unravel identity, surrender to stillness, and find clarity not through force, but through softness.

🌿 Key themes include:

• Autoimmunity as a message, not a malfunction
• How trauma shows up in the body (and what to do about it)
• Regulating the nervous system through nature and ritual
• Resting as resistance in a world obsessed with doing
• Finding your true self when all the roles fall away

Whether you’re navigating chronic illness, burnout, or a period of transition — this episode is gentle, expansive, and full of quiet truths that will stay with you long after it ends.

🎧 Don’t miss the follow-up One Bite mini episode, where Hristina shares how she uses “reading weeks” to reset, receive, and birth new ideas from a place of flow.

Find out more about Malvina's bespoke wellness safaris: https://www.lalapalmsafari.com/

Or grab a copy of her "Autoimmune Survival Guide" on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Autoimmune-Survival-Guide-autoimmune-trauma-driven/dp/177995011X

✨Follow my wellness journey on Instagram @lifewelllived.by.hv

And join our community on LinkedIn to be the first to hear of updates: https://uk.linkedin.com/company/sound-of-breaking-glass

Welcome to One Bite — a short monthly voice note to help you slow down, reflect, and realign before your next big jump.

What happened after?

In this follow-up mini-episode, host Hristina Vaceva reconnects with certified nutritionist and founder of Feel Human, Dorota Cloke, 9 months after recording their first conversation.

But this time, the focus is what’s happened since: the business breakthroughs, personal growth, unexpected challenges—and what it actually looks like to build something aligned, sustainable, and real.

From launching a new corporate wellbeing programme, to scaling her snack brand Brain Bombs, to grounding her work in trauma healing and energy alignment—Dorota shares what expansion looks like when it’s guided from within, not dictated by external noise.

This bite-size episode is part of a new format for Sound of Breaking Glass, where we revisit guests to go beyond their stories and into the process—the messy, beautiful middle—and what it takes to build a purpose-driven business that doesn’t burn you out.

We're launching Season 3 of Sound of Breaking Glass with a guest who embodies what this podcast is all about: purpose, transformation, and the courage to build something real.

Dorota Cloke is a certified nutritionist, fasting guide, and founder of Feel Human. In this episode, she shares her powerful journey from corporate life to running a business rooted in healing — and how personal loss, deep listening, and a few bold decisions changed everything.

We explore the complex world of women’s hormone health, the emotional layers behind fasting, and what it really takes to grow a purpose-driven business that still honours your energy and intuition.

In this episode:

• Why so many women feel “off” — and how to reconnect with your body
• The most common mistakes women make with fasting
• Navigating grief and big identity shifts as an entrepreneur
• How to trust your timing and stop rushing your growth
• What it actually means to build a business from a place of authenticity and joy

Hit play, breathe deep, and feel human again.

Find more of Dorota's biohacking tips: https://feel-human.com/ and the ultimate 3pm snack: https://www.brain-bombs.com/

Join the community on IG: @lifewelllived.by.hv

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In this episode of Sound of Breaking Glass, host Hristina Vaceva speaks with Uche Enemchukwu, a former corporate lawyer who has shifted her expertise into founding an innovative employee benefits consultancy. Uche shares her inspiring transition from corporate law to leading her own firm, emphasizing the importance of creating tailored benefits solutions that truly meet the diverse needs of all employees. This conversation is not just about professional transitions though - Uche’s story is a profound reminder that no obstacle is too great when we are driven by a clear vision of whom we serve and the difference we are here to make.

Key Takeaways:

Culturally Sensitive Benefits Planning: Uche illustrates how traditional employee benefits often overlook the varied needs of a diverse workforce, proposing more inclusive planning techniques.

Empowerment Through Employee Benefits: Uche advocates for benefits that empower employees, emphasizing how tailored solutions can enhance both their personal and professional lives.

Challenges in Entrepreneurship: Reflecting on her journey as a female entrepreneur, Uche discusses the hurdles of raising capital and navigating a niche market.

Personal Development and Leadership: Uche shares how personal setbacks and professional challenges have refined her approach to leadership and building a community of likeminded leaders.

Tune in to learn how Uche Enemchukwu is revolutionizing access to employee benefits and how they can be a powerful tool for equity and empowerment.

Find out more about Nelu Solutions: https://www.nelusolutions.com/

Join our community on IG: @lifewelllived.by.hv

Follow the show on LinkedIn: https://uk.linkedin.com/company/sound-of-breaking-glass

Welcome back to the One Bite Podcast — a short monthly voice note to help you slow down, reflect, and realign before your next big jump.

In this episode, I dive into the 3 silent blocks so many women face when stepping into entrepreneurship: Pricing, Projections, and Proving.

I unpack how old corporate patterns sneak into your new chapter, how to stop over-explaining your worth, and why the energy behind your offer matters more than any textbook strategy.

This one’s for you if you:

• Struggle with pricing your work
• Second-guess posting on social media or sharing your voice
• Feel like you’re doing everything right but it still isn’t landing
• Miss the joy of creating - just for the fun of it!

A timely reminder that you don’t need more proof. You are the proof.

Make sure you listen to my latest episode with Uche Enemchukwu for an extra boost of clarity, confidence, and real talk on the messy, magical journey of building a business with soul.

And don't forget to follow me on IG @lifewelllived.by.hv for more daily musings and insights!

Welcome to the first mini-episode from my new Sound Bite series "One Bite Podcast" - a short monthly voice note to help you slow down, reflect, and realign before your next big jump.

In this episode of "One Bite," I open up about my personal struggle with a lack of inspiration and how I overcame it, offering actionable advice on reigniting your creative spark.

Discover my techniques for moving from a state of stagnation to one of inspiration, including going for a walk, dancing, and engaging with like-minded people.

Learn how switching from a mindset of 'having to' to 'feeling like' can transform your approach to work and life, leading to more authentic and fulfilling outputs.

I also share a powerful interaction that rekindled my passion, proving that sometimes, all it takes is a conversation to turn things around.

Join me as I help you navigate the highs and lows and guide you to harnessing your inner creativity—ensuring that you, too, can find inspiration in the most unexpected places!

**Follow me on IG @lifewelllived.by.hv for more!

***And listen to episode 6 of Season 2 of the Sound of Breaking Glass for the full conversation with portfolio manager turned ethical farmer Tajana Greil-Castro - which inspired today's musings!:

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/from-bonds-to-barns-lessons-in-patience-and-purpose/id1725714084?i=1000679257087

https://open.spotify.com/episode/2dBusS9m8S6dKmJ17qjvVV?si=ZuzU8c0ETVa0-YrQkpAP2Q