Her Identity Project: True Confidence and Inner Beauty for Christian Women

Have you ever felt trapped by self-doubt, shame, or the weight of labels the world puts on you? In this raw and revelatory solo episode, Ashley Iduda opens up about her decade-long struggle with identity—from denying her creativity as a makeup artist to feeling like an "imposter" as a stay-at-home mom. She shares how a transformative encounter with God’s love shattered her chains of insecurity and helped her finally see herself as His masterpiece (Ephesians 2:10).

Through personal stories—like her journey to New York City, battling shame, and even a startling revelation about "devil pigs"—Ashley uncovers the lies that hold women back and offers biblical truths to reclaim your God-given identity. If you’ve ever felt "not enough" or wondered what it truly means to be beautiful from the inside out, this episode is your invitation to freedom.

Key Takeaways:

1. Beauty from the Inside Out

• Core Mission: Why Ashley’s podcast exists—helping women root their identity in Christ so their inner light radiates outward.

2. You Are God’s Masterpiece (Ephesians 2:10)

• Truth: The Greek word poema reveals we’re God’s "workmanship"—His intentional, beautiful creation.
• Reflection Question: How would your life shift if you fully believed you were a divine work of art?

3. Identity Isn’t Found in Roles or Achievements

• Lie vs. Truth: Labels like "mom" or "career" don’t define your worth. Ashley’s shame over "quitting" makeup artistry kept her stuck for years.
• Challenge: What roles or past mistakes are you letting define you?

4. Childlike Wonder vs. Adult Shame

• Contrast: The unfiltered joy of children  vs. the lies adults believe.
• Exercise: Reconnect with what lit you up as a child (art, dirt, dancing)—it may reveal your God-given purpose.

5. Breaking Free from Fear & Shame

• Ashley’s Journey: From self-doubt ("I’m not creative enough") to courage (moving to NYC for makeup school).
• Hard Truth: Shame grows in silence; freedom comes when you confront it.

6. The "Devil Pig" Principle

• Spiritual Insight: Seer Micah Turnbo's startling revelation—negative self-talk feeds darkness.
• Action Step: Replace "I’m ugly/stupid" with "I am loved, chosen, and God’s handiwork."

Mentioned in This Episode:

• Scripture: Ephesians 2:10, Genesis 1:31
• Mentor: Crystal Wright (makeup career coach) https://www.instagram.com/crystalwrightlive/?hl=en
• Teachings: Micah Turnbo on spiritual warfare https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Uv38VYhvERw

**************SAVE THE DATE free workshop:💄 Designed to Glow (April 29) for Biblical teaching on self-worth, skincare & makeup demo. Save your spot! Email ‘GLOW’ to [email protected]

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Whether you're curious, skeptical, lukewarm or deep in your faith, this episode offers a touching testimony of hope, surrender, and divine love in Christ.

In this heartwarming episode of Her Identity Project, host Ashley Iduda sits down with Chiara, a vibrant young woman from Italy, who courageously shares her journey of overcoming abuse, OCD, and anxiety. Chiara's transformation began with an inner healing journey in new-age spiritual principles, but ultimately led to an unexpected spiritual awakening and a personal relationship with Jesus.

The conversation highlights the importance of slowing down, being intentional, and how surrendering to Christ can unveil one's true purpose. Chiara and Ashley share their personal experiences with the Holy Spirit, emphasizing that God meets us where we are and transforms our hearts in unimaginable ways.

Make sure to catch Chiara's best quotes about faith, purpose, surrender and spiritual growth (bolded below)

00:00 Introduction and Warm Welcome

02:08 Chiara's Background and Daily Life

05:23 Chiara's Struggles and Spiritual Awakening

"There was always something in me, which now I recognize being the voice of God..." 

09:52 Healing Journey and Coping Mechanisms

23:02 Discovering True Fulfillment in Jesus

"When you really understand how good God's heart towards you is... everything you have ever wished and wanted is with Him." 

29:41 The Importance of Jesus in Spirituality

30:53 Personal Encounter with Jesus

"I didn't know He was real, but now I know He is." 

32:24 Supernatural Experiences and Fasting

"He does answer to your hunger."

35:50 Ashley's (Host) Spiritual Journey

40:23 Baptism and Speaking in Tongues

42:12 God's Unwavering Presence

46:22 Encouragement for the Curious

48:53 Concluding Prayer and Final Thoughts

Connect with Chiara:

facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chiccalolly95

IG: eternamenteamata

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This episode is for any woman who is on an inner-healing journey, or who is seeking a more authentic, aligned, empowered, and spiritually connected life. 

In this intimate and heartfelt conversation, Ashley Iduda and guest, Eugenia (Kena) Siu share their transformative experiences of self-discovery and self-love. 

Together, they dive into the vulnerable and often challenging journey of embracing their true selves and share their experiences, insights, and advice on embracing emotions, recognizing triggers, and taking responsibility for one's own healing and growth.

Key Takeaways:

• The importance of self-reflection and meditation in personal growth
• How to integrate your shadow self and love yourself as a whole
• Embracing uncertainty and taking risks to live a more authentic life
• Breaking free from societal expectations and finding self-worth
• The power of healing and transformation in rising into your highest self
• Strategic advice on how to embrace emotions
• Trusting in your inner wisdom and connecting with your inner self and higher power to achieve personal growth and guidance

Connect with Eugenia (Kena) Siu:

Kena is a Self-Love & Empowerment Guide with a gift for helping women through life’s twists and turns—whether it’s navigating divorce, moving to a new country, or rediscovering themselves after a profound loss. She knows firsthand what it means to rewrite your story and brings wisdom, warmth, and a dash of humour to every interaction.

Her work isn’t just about healing; it’s about expansion.
Through her transformational coaching and her MidlifeButterfly
podcast, Kena helps women embody self-love, worthiness, freedom, alignment, and self-expression in ways they never thought possible.

Follow
her in Instagram: http://instagram.com/kenasiu
Visit
her Website: https://www.wellbeingproject.ca/podcast
Listen
to Midlife Butterfly Podcast: https://www.wellbeingproject.ca/podcast

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Join Ashley Iduda and Holly Burger, a spiritual artist, author, and light worker as she explains her understanding of Christ consciousness and how it differs from traditional Christian beliefs. They also touch on the idea of sacred geometry and explore the concept of dimensions, from 1D to 5D.

Holly shares her personal journey of discovering her spiritual gifts and learning to harness her energy. They dive into a thoughtful discussion about spirituality, Christ consciousness, and the concept of lightwork. The conversation also delves into the concept of sacred geometry, including the flower of life, Metatron's Cube, and the platonic solids.

Holly shares her personal experience with neurographic art, which she discovered while recovering from a health challenge. She explains how this art form has become an integral part of her work, helping her tap into her clients' energies and facilitate healing.

Holly emphasizes that she doesn't consider herself a healer, but rather a channel for spirit to work through her. She prefers to be called a channel, artist, author, and writer, highlighting her role as a vessel for spiritual guidance and healing.

This episode offers a fascinating exploration of spirituality, sacred geometry, and the power of art in facilitating personal growth and healing.

Connect with Holly:
Holly Burger's gifts are in hearing spiritual messages and working with her clients guides to heal, release, manifest, etc.

Holly has two non-fiction books about her spiritual journey, Divine Accordance and Pocket Prayer Book. (Both available on Amazon.)

She is also a lifelong artist working in many mediums.

Holly’s ability to bring forth psychic messages and vibrational healing has created a strong reputation and international clientele. She works with Christ Consciousness Light, pure Light guides and angels. Focusing on her client’s needs and desires, Holly helps clear mental body activity so that each person may get in touch with their divine true and authentic self.

Learn more at www.LightworkersAlliance.com.

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Follow: https://www.instagram.com/holly_burger_/
Books: https://amzn.to/34mmAhL
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Dive into the real talk - the guilt, pressure, and societal expectations that come with balancing work and motherhood as Ashley joins Julie Trivedi, a board-certified infectious diseases specialist & certified life and leadership coach, for a heart-to-heart conversation about the messy, beautiful journey of motherhood, self-discovery, and growth.

Julie shares her personal story of navigating the challenges of her medical career while also being a mom, and how she's integrated her coaching expertise to support her own growth and well-being.

This conversation is a powerful reminder that it's never too late to take a step back, reassess what's truly important, and start building a more intentional life. Here are just a few of the key takeaways from our conversation:

• The importance of self-reflection and prioritizing your values and needs
• Letting go of guilt and pressure to meet societal expectations
• Breaking through fears and limitations to create a more intentional life
• Prioritizing self-care and scheduling it into your calendar
• Creating space for joy and activities that light you up
• Understanding personality tendencies and finding accountability
• Practicing self-compassion and reframing negative self-talk
• Focusing on the journey, not the destination
• Recognizing and reframing Automatic Negative Thoughts (ANTS)
• Embracing surrender and taking the first step towards change
• Maintaining faith and trust in God's plan, even when the path ahead is uncertain

Tune in for a conversation that's equal parts vulnerable, inspiring, and empowering. You'll walk away with actionable advice and a renewed sense of self-worth for creating a more balanced, joyful life.

Connect with Julie:

email [email protected]
website www.julietrivedimd.com

substack https://open.substack.com/pub/julietrivedimd

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Join Ashley as she interviews Cindy Abe, Kingdom Life Coach, who shares her powerful story of navigating her husband's drug addiction and the journey to recovery. Cindy's story is a testament to the power of resilience, faith, and community.

In this poignant conversation, Cindy opens up about her personal experience, sharing valuable insights and lessons learned. From the darkness of betrayal to the light of forgiveness, Cindy's journey is a beacon of hope for those struggling with addiction and its impact on loved ones.

Some key takeaways from this episode include:

• How to distinguish between enabling and supporting loved ones struggling with addiction
• The importance of self-care, forgiveness, and seeking guidance from God
• Practical advice for seeking help and prioritizing your own well-being
• Letting go of control and giving loved ones space to work on themselves
• Lovingly addressing hurtful behavior in recovering addicts
• Navigating feelings of anger, betrayal, and bitterness with the help of a coach who understands

No matter what challenges you're facing, Cindy's story will inspire you to recognize God's goodness and presence in your own life. As she shares, God has been "right over her shoulder" guiding and supporting her through every step of her journey.

Tune in to be encouraged and find hope in knowing that healing and restoration are possible, even in the midst of difficult circumstances.

Contact Cindy!

If you're struggling with addiction or supporting a loved one through recovery, Cindy Abe, Kingdom Life Coach, is here to help. Reach out to her at [email protected] to learn more about her coaching services. 

Or use this calendar link to book a discovery call:

https://app.practice.do/me/cindy-abe-1

May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace as you trust in him, so that you may overflow with hope by the power of the Holy Spirit. Romans 15:13

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Discover how understanding and balancing energy, emotions, and spirituality can lead to profound physical, emotional, and spiritual transformation. Join Ashley as she welcomes guest Marci Lubore, a natural healing practitioner with 20 years of experience rooted in ancient Chinese wisdom. 

In this episode, Marci discusses the importance of recognizing and releasing stuck energy in the body, and how this process can impact our overall well-being. This conversation sheds light on how our inner world influences our health, happiness, and overall beauty. 

Follow along as Marci guides us through a powerful demonstration of the PC6 (wrist pressure point) technique, a proven technique that you can do anywhere, anytime, to instantly relieve stress and anxiety.

Marci's Mission and Purpose: Empowering a million people with the knowledge of natural healing and energy.

Key Takeaways:

1. Natural Healing and Energy: Discover the fundamentals of natural healing and energy, including the body's innate capacity for self-healing, and learn about the benefits of acupressure points.
2. Faith and Spirituality: Marci shares her personal revelations about the interconnectedness of spirit and energy, highlighting the role of faith in her own healing journey. 
3. Self-Care and Inner Beauty: Join Ashley and Marci as they explore the profound connection between self-care, inner beauty, and emotional/spiritual well-being, highlighting the benefits of natural healing practices.
4. Resilience and Surrender: Marci opens up about her personal journey of loss and devastation after Hurricane Helene destroyed her sacred "Zen Den", revealing the transformative power of surrender and trust.

Marci invites listeners to join her on her mission by paying it forward: "When you learn an acupressure point, teach one" - spreading the gift of natural healing and creating a ripple effect of wellness in communities everywhere.

Connect with Marci on social media and listen to her podcast where she specializes in helping women integrate natural self-care practices into their lives using traditional Chinese medicine, self-accupressure, essential oils, and herbs. 

Marci's website:

https://healingtouchnaturalessentials.com

Natural Healing at Your Fingertips Podcast:

https://open.spotify.com/show/2yK4P2LtqFbhkn5ev1Px1e?si=48a7d65027324590

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If you are ready to explore the intersection of faith, identity, and purpose, press play! This short solo episode is about how your identity rooted in faith is the pathway to being in alignment with who God wants you to be. Not just that, but once you can step into and own your worth and value (seeing yourself through God's eyes), discovering his plan and purpose for your life begins to almost magically unfold.

Follow these actionable steps to journey into the woman God has called you to be:

*Reflect on Your Faith Journey: Take time to consider your personal experiences and lessons learned.

*Deepen Your Understanding of God's Character: Study Scripture and seek to know God's nature and promises.

*Take Action: Step out in faith, taking bold steps to become the person God has called you to be.

*Walk in God's Authority: Recognize and exercise the power and authority that God has given you.

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Explore how aligning your emotions with God's word can equip you to deepen your faith and live a more whole and abundant life. In this guest interview, Mandy shares her unique perspective on faith, shaped by her life-long faith journey shaped by her Samoan and Western cultural heritage.

In this episode, we dive into:

• Embracing the Mind-Body-Spirit Connection: Recognize the importance of aligning emotions, body, and spirit with faith.
• Recognizing and Challenging Emotions: Identify and work through emotions that hold you back. As Mandy shares, "Acceptance is key. Surrender is key... We have to accept what we're feeling because if we automatically go 'I need to change my feeling', it's like you're trying to resist this emotion."
• Practical Tips for Alignment:
  • Notice what you are feeling in your body and where - get curious about what it is trying to tell you.
  • Engage in physical activity that brings you joy and takes you out of your mind - creative expression like dancing, drawing, or other activities that spark joy.
  • Take time to acknowledge and deal with your emotions.
• The Power of "I Am" Statements: Recognize the impact of "I am" statements on your identity and alignment with God's plan.
• Reclaiming Wholeness: Acknowledge that you are whole and complete, despite past experiences.

Connect with Mandy:

https://www.facebook.com/mandy.faiman

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This episode will challenge you to question whether the sin you have been justifying for so long might be exactly what is stealing your ability to live a life of purpose and fullfillment.  

Through refreshingly entertaining "girltalk" with Ashley, Sarah opens up about what stopped her from answering Jesus's knock on the door for so many years and why she was scared to step foot into religion. And you just may relate to her sentiments about Christians being judgemental.....

She shares her unique journey to faith, candidly opening up about her struggles with depression, addiction, and selfishness, and how she found solace in the faith and community of the Episcopal Church. 

Through her story, you'll be inspired to:
*Cultivate silence and listening in your life
*Trust God's guidance and timing
*let go of isolation and plug into community
*Let go of control and judgment
*Focus on making a positive impact

If you're ready to let go of what's holding you back and dive deeper into your faith, listen now because this episode is for you.

Connect with Sarah:

Podcast: https://peaceonthedoorstep.buzzsprout.com/ 

Marketing and business consulting services: https://linktr.ee/GEMAdvisors

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