In this episode, I share how buying a concert ticket 6 months in advance taught me a powerful lesson: sometimes, the best decision isn’t the most "logical" or "safe" or "responsible" one. Overthinking, waiting for the “perfect time,” and playing it safe can make life feel dull. But what if we stopped postponing the things that make us feel alive? Tune in to hear why saying "yes" to what excites you—regardless of practicality—is the key to living fully.

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• The link between chronic stress, trauma, and PCOS
• How childhood trauma affects the endocrine system
• “Healthy” strategies that might be adding more stress to your hormones
• How do we know this is a problem for you?
• The role of the nervous system in PCOS symptoms
• Why healing your PCOS goes beyond just diet and exercise
• Why you can’t avoid looking at your life (relationships, career unfulfilment, etc) if you really want to heal your PCOS at the root
• Your diagnosis is not the cause -  how to go beyond band-aiding and address  root cause healing
• What can healing trauma look like? 

Please NOTE: This podcast is for informational purposes, it is not intended as medical advice. Please consult with your medical provider or practitioner.

Resources:

Book: Girls on the Brink

PCOS Thrive Guide: 

https://store-nmhftmf.mybigcommerce.com/content/PCOS%20Thrive%20Guide%20upload.pdf  

1-Hour Class that goes in to more detail about physiology: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M99lGRAbs2Y 

Stephanie’s Podcast: 

https://podpage.com/the-life-detox 

Stephanie’s company:

https://bubbleandbee.com

CONNECT WITH LAURENCE:

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The Whole Woman Experience:

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Mind Body alignment for the Feminine FREE MASTERCLASS

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The Intuitive Woman Course

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Ever found yourself thinking, “I swear I already worked through this…” only for the same wound, trigger, or limiting belief to resurface?

Yeah, same. And here’s why:

• Healing isn’t linear - it happens in layers. What feels like regression is actually deeper integration.
• Intellectual awareness isn’t enough—if it’s still living in your body, it’s still running the show.
• Your survival mechanisms aren’t sabotaging you; they’re protecting you until you’re ready to feel and see it.
• The real question: Are you reacting from old wounds, or responding from new wisdom?

This episode is for you if you’ve been feeling stuck, frustrated, or like you’re “failing” at healing. You’re not. You’re evolving. And the proof? You can never go back to who you were before. 

Tune in for a deep, no-BS conversation on what healing really looks like—and why you’re exactly where you’re meant to be

The Whole Woman Experience:

https://laurence-annez.my.canva.site/thewholewoman

Mind Body alignment for the Feminine FREE MASTERCLASS

https://unique-builder-662.ck.page/603d5fcb50

The Intuitive Woman Course

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Are you the one everyone turns to—but deep down, you’re running on empty? In this episode, we’re diving into the silent struggles of modern women: the burnout, the self-neglect, and the pressure to have it all together.

• How to say no when you’ve been the “yes” person
• Women can do it all, but should they? 
• The biggest mistakes you may be making that keep pushing away your goals
• The sneaky habits and mindset traps that sabotage your success
• How IKIGAI can help you reclaim your purpose
• The power of reflection—why looking back is the secret to moving forward
• Game-changing action steps to finally move toward your goals
• The truth about self-care: Balancing ambition, boundaries, and well-being

Disclaimer: Dr. Amelia Duran-Stanton's views are hers and do not reflect the official policy of the United States Army, Department of Defense or the US Government.

Dr. Amelia Duran-Stanton, author of The LOTUS Within: Grow Your Purpose and Ignite Your Passion, was born in the Philippines. She is a colonel in the US Army and has served for over thirty-two years, which includes eight years enlisted, with deployments to Kosovo, Iraq, and Afghanistan, and twenty-four years as a PA (physician assistant /associate). She holds a PhD in postsecondary and adult education and a doctor of science in PA studies in orthopedics. She is certified as a Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt with multiple awards and decorations. She has mentored, coached, sponsored, and taught several women over the years. She has published over 100 articles and presentations, with topics ranging from medicine and mentorship to management.

Website: https://www.ameliads.com/thelotuswithin

The LOTUS Within on Amazon: 

https://www.amazon.com/LOTUS-Within-Purpose-Ignite-Passion/dp/B0DDRDXB89

Social Media (LinkedIn, Instagram, X, and Facebook): @pinayarmypa

EPISODE 153 - The Investment That Will Change Your Life

This is for the high achieving woman who invests in all of the books, seminars, courses, etc

Are you constantly investing in yourself to achieve more—more results, more money, more success, —only to find yourself still feeling unfulfilled? In this episode, I dive deep into a shift that changed everything for me: learning to invest in my joy and well-being, rather than just chasing results.

In this episode, we’ll explore:

• Why the “achieve first, feel good later” approach keeps you stuck
• The power of investing in yourself for your energy, joy, and alignment—not just external outcomes
• How feeling fulfilled before success actually makes your goals easier to reach
• The magnetic energy shift that happens when you pour into yourself
• How everything in your life is attracted through YOU
• And more

The Whole Woman Experience:

https://www.laurence-annez.com/the-whole-woman

Book your Breakthrough Calls:

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Mind Body alignment for the Feminine FREE MASTERCLASS

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The Intuitive Woman Course

https://laurence-s-school-8369.thinkific.com/courses/the-intuitive-woman

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Do you feel exhausted, stuck, or like your body just isn’t cooperating no matter what you do?

You might be insurvival mode—and you’re not alone. Many women are unknowingly running on cortisol and stress, keeping them in a constant state of fight-or-flight.

In this episode, we dive into:

What survival mode actually is and why it’s more common than you think
 Physical signs your body is stuck in survival mode, like:

• Struggling to eat in the morning
• Chronic bloating and stubborn weight gain
• Hormonal symptoms like PMS, PCOS, irregular cycles
• Hair loss, thinning or acne
• Cravings for sugar, caffeine or salty foods that you just can’t shake
• Sleep issues, brain fog, and feeling exhausted no matter how much you rest

But also:

• Avoidance patterns in relationships, finances, or emotions
• Overthinking, decision fatigue, self sabotage, and perfectionism
• Feeling stuck in repetitive patterns, despite wanting change
• Struggling with boundaries, numbing with food or your phone, and feeling disconnected from your body

Why willpower alone isn’t enough to break free from these patterns
How your nervous system and subconscious beliefs can keep you trapped in survival mode and repeating patterns - but they are also the answer to get you unstuck
The deeper work needed to shift from just surviving to truly thriving

Your body isn’t failing you—it’s trying to keep you safe. But youdon’t have to stay stuck here.

Ready to go deeper? The Whole Woman Experience is my high-touch 1:1 program designed toheal from the inside out, combining emotional regulation, subconscious rewiring, and feminine health

This program goes beyond symptom management—it gets to the root of your health and mindset struggles— so you can make vitality your new normal, establish unshakeable confidence,  and create lasting change in the areas of your life were you have previously felt stuck

The Whole Woman Experience 👇

https://www.laurence-annez.com/the-whole-woman

FREE MASTERCLASS: Mind Body Alignment for the Feminine

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LUXIANA is a Chilean glam rock artist. Her music is a hybrid between Miley Cyrus and Prince. Lux is creating an innovative musical project, which delivers transformation and personal liberation to her audience.

In her journey into becoming a full time artist, Luxiana realized she wasn't the only one who needed to free her voice. This inspired her to start helping others do the same and step into their creative dreams through her coaching practice. 

TODAY’S EPISODE: 

Connect with Luciana:

 https://linktr.ee/luxianamusic

https://www.instagram.com/luxianamusic/

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Book your 1:1 call with me

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Mind Body alignment for the Feminine FREE MASTERCLASS

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The Intuitive Woman Course

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In this episode, I am bringing you behind the scenes and opening up about some themes I’ve been working through—like turning envy into gratitude, breaking out of victim mode, and using my human design to get unstuck and follow my authentic path, learning to find joy right now instead of always chasing it in the future, and becoming aware of where I was making my life that much harder for myself.. 

Book your 1:1 call with me

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Mind Body alignment for the Feminine FREE MASTERCLASS

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The Intuitive Woman Course

https://laurence-s-school-8369.thinkific.com/courses/the-intuitive-woman

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In this episode, we’re flipping the script on your life. Ready to surprise yourself? 🔥

It’s time to break the habits and patterns that have been holding you back. Because when you do life differently, your life starts to shift.

Today, you create a new story for yourself. 

Join me as we dive into how small, bold actions can lead to powerful transformations. Your past doesn’t define you — your choices today do. So, why not choose something different?

Repeat after me: “My life shifts when I shift.”

Let’s have some fun with this! 

Apply for 1:1 coaching

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