In this episode of Beautiful Work Beautiful Life, cohosts Laurel Boivin and Laurel Holland explore how our voice, both spoken and unspoken, can quietly shape the course of our lives. Through personal stories and reflective dialogue, they uncover how early conditioning, family dynamics, and unexpressed emotions can limit self-expression and keep us from fully stepping into who we are.

The conversation invites listeners to reconnect with their authentic voice as a pathway to clarity, confidence, and self-trust. By examining what was once silenced, practicing safe expression, and speaking desires out loud, listeners are encouraged to move toward greater alignment between who they are and the life they want to create. Ultimately, this episode is a gentle but powerful reminder: your voice is not just a tool for communication, it is a gateway to transformation. 

You’ll hear these highlights and more

• How conditioning shapes your voice

• The cost of staying silent

• Speaking your desires out loud

• Finding safe spaces to express

• Building trust in your voice

Journaling prompts are suggested to further your exploration. 

1. What were you allowed to talk about—and not talk about—growing up?

2. How did your parents or caregivers respond to the way you expressed yourself?

3. Which parts or “qualities” of your voice do you use often—and which do you avoid?

4. Where in your life are you not getting what you want—and what role might your voice be playing in that?

5. Are you speaking out loud about what you want, or keeping it inside?

6. What do you want most right now—and can you write it down and say it out loud to yourself?

Host/Cohost/Guest Info

Guiding others to become effective leaders of their own lives, Laurel Holland has been on a journey of awakening and transformation throughout her life. Writing about inner work, Laurel has authored four books, including Crossroads and Love’s 8 Laws. Her books, Live Your Inner Power, the Journal, and Courageous Woman, introduce, share, and explore the eight foundational practices for creating transformation from the inside out. Through her books, programs, and innovative talks, Laurel’s great desire is to lift others up and courageously step into the life they came here to live. You can learn more about Laurel, her books, and work she does at www.liveyourinnerpower.com.

Laurel Boivin is a leadership coach, speaker, and workshop facilitator. Founder of Flux+Flow Professional Coaching, Laurel works with high-performing professionals and mission-driven organizations to shift from achievement to alignment — helping them connect deeply to purpose, lead with confidence, and create environments where people thrive.  A Reiki master and yoga practitioner, collector of sea glass and antiques, she lives in New Hampshire and summers in Maine.  You can learn more about Laurel and the work she does at www.fluxflowcoaching.com.

The email to send questions to Laurel Boivin is [email protected] and for Laurel Holland - [email protected]