Perspectively Yours

We’ve got big news, and it's nothing. but bittersweet, but through everything we’ve learned over the last year, we know it’s time for a shift. Sharing all the lessons we’ve learned through podcasting together for the last year, what’s impacted our decision and what we plan to do moving forward.

In this episode we discuss: 

• What led us to the decision to end the podcast (for now)
• Growth we’ve seen in ourselves + each other
• How this experience impacted what’s next for us
• What IS next…?

Connect with us

• Check out our podcast website for all episodes
• Follow the podcast Instagram @perspectivelyyourspodcast and continue the conversation!  We’d love to hear your thoughts on today’s episode.   
• Find Alexis @alexis.thenourishedbeginnings and Sam @ms_samanthakehoe
• Join our mailing list so you’re in the know when a new episode drops

In Episode 50 of "Perspectively Yours," hosts Sam and Alexis interview fitness expert Dani Coleman, who shares her journey from a lifelong passion for dance to her current role as the director of instructor training at P-Volve. She highlights P-Volve's mission to create accessible, science-backed fitness programs tailored to women's wellness across various life stages, including pre and postnatal support. Dani also reflects on her personal journey with grief and community support, illustrating how movement aided her healing process. The episode concludes with Dani's work with celebrities and her dedication to empowering underprivileged communities through inclusive fitness. The conversation emphasizes the transformative power of movement and the importance of mental strength in wellness.

In this episode we discuss: 

• Dani’s Journey from Dance to Fitness
• Movement For Mindset + Emotional Wellness
• All About Starting P-Volve 
• Community and Accessibility in Fitness
• Coping with Loss and Personal Growth

Resources + Links

• Connect with Dani on IG @dani_bcoleman
• Check out PVOLVE
• Pvolve’s Phase + Function Program for Cycle Syncing Your Workouts
• Asian American Girls Club

Connect With Us

• Check out our podcast website for all episodes
• Follow the podcast Instagram @perspectivelyyourspodcast and continue the conversation!  We’d love to hear your thoughts on today’s episode.   
• Find Alexis @alexis.thenourishedbeginnings and Sam @ms_samanthakehoe
• Join our mailing list so you’re in the know when a new episode drops

Alexis sat down with Michelle Tagge for an intimate conversation about her three different postpartum experiences. Michelle is a Pediatric Nutritional Therapy Practitioner, the creator of the Real Food for Real Babies program and is the co-creater of the Real Food for Real Moms Postpartum Prep Guide. Before going back to school for nutrition, Michelle has degrees in Statistics and Data Science, and continues to work part-time in the insurance industry. She returned to her corporate job after a maternity leave with each baby and has a wealth of knowledge to share about what those experiences taught her.

Michelle offers insightful tips, considerations for talking with your employer about different needs you might have, and lessons she’s learned during these transitions. If you’re having a baby and planning to return to work, you do not want to miss this episode! 

In this episode we discuss: 

• Challenges Michelle Experienced in Her First Return to Work That She Approached Differently In Her Subsequent Returns
• Tips For Pumping in The Workplace
• How She Supported Her Recovery Differently in Her Second and Third Postpartum Experiences
• Ideas For Adjustments in Work Hours
• Managing Expectations of Yourself
• Importance for More Options In The Workplace When Returning to Work
• Conversations to Have With Your Partner

Resources + Links

• Connect with Michelle on IG @yournourishedbaby
• Listen to Michelle’s podcast Nourished and Nurturing
• Real Food for Real Moms Postpartum Prep Guide
• $10 Discount Code: perspectivelyyours
• Real Food for Real Babies Starting Solids Course
• 30% off Discount Code: perspectivelyyours

Connect with us

• Check out our podcast website for all episodes
• Follow the podcast Instagram @perspectivelyyourspodcast and continue the conversation!  We’d love to hear your thoughts on today’s episode.   
• Find Alexis @alexis.thenourishedbeginnings and Sam @ms_samanthakehoe
• Join our mailing list so you’re in the know when a new episode drops

In this episode, we delve into the transformative journey of motherhood US, Sam + Alexis, sharing our candid experiences and the profound identity shifts that accompany new motherhood. We challenge the idea that motherhood requires sacrificing our identities, advocating for a multifaceted self that embraces personal aspirations alongside parenting. Our conversation highlights resilience and the empowerment that comes from accepting our evolving roles. Join us as we celebrate the richness of motherhood and encourage listeners to share their own journeys, fostering a supportive community for women navigating these changes.

In this episode we discuss: 

• The Period Of Matrescence
• How Each Of Us Has Evolved Since Becoming A Mother
• Cultural Pressure To Choose Motherhood or Passion

Resources + Links

• Alexandra Sacks’ Ted Talk: A new way to think about the return to motherhood (6:03)
• Join our Book Club for community with other women on a personal growth + mindset journey (and monthly discussions + hang outs with us!)
• Download our FREE Shifting Your Perspective Toolkit to get access to all our favorite resources for working on mindset + personal development

Connect with us

• Check out our podcast website for all episodes
• Follow the podcast Instagram @perspectivelyyourspodcast and continue the conversation!  We’d love to hear your thoughts on today’s episode.   
• Find Alexis @alexis.thenourishedbeginnings and Sam @ms_samanthakehoe
• Join our mailing list so you’re in the know when a new episode drops

On Perspectively Yours this week we sit down with Jerusha Hull, a licensed clinical social worker in perinatal mental health. We get the scoop on the challenges of the fourth trimester for first time and seasoned mothers, including identity shifts, physical recovery, and emotional adjustments. The aim of this conversation is to normalize the challenges of motherhood and encourage new parents to seek help and express their needs. If you’re having a baby any time in the future – or someone close to you is – this is a must listen.

In this episode we discuss: 

• Physical, Emotional, and Identity Challenges Mothers Face in Early Postpartum
• Practical Support Tips
• Managing Expectations
• Where To Find Support + Resources

Resources + Links

• Connect with Jerusha on IG @virtuecounseling
• Work with Jerusha

• Join our Book Club for community with other women on a personal growth + mindset journey (and monthly discussions + hang outs with us!)
• Download our FREE Shifting Your Perspective Toolkit to get access to all our favorite resources for working on mindset + personal development

Connect with us

• Check out our podcast website for all episodes
• Follow the podcast Instagram @perspectivelyyourspodcast and continue the conversation!  We’d love to hear your thoughts on today’s episode.   
• Find Alexis @alexis.thenourishedbeginnings and Sam @ms_samanthakehoe
• Join our mailing list so you’re in the know when a new episode drops

Today on Perspectively Yours, Sam and Alexis sit down with storytelling expert and entrepreneur Jackie Tempera to explore the powerful role of narratives in shaping personal and professional identities, particularly for women. Jackie, a seasoned reporter and copywriter, shares how she helps female leaders articulate their unique stories, empowering them to stand out in a competitive marketplace. 

In this episode we discuss: 

• Jackie’s journey from journalism to entrepreneurship
• Empowering Women Through Storytelling
• The Power of Personal Narratives in Business:
• Challenges Women Face in Asserting Their Stories
• The "F**k It Moment" & Embracing Authenticity
• Owning Your Quirks & Building Authentic Connections
• The Importance of Inner Storytelling Work

Resources + Links

• Join our Book Club for community with other women on a personal growth + mindset journey (and monthly discussions + hang outs with us!)
• Download our FREE Shifting Your Perspective Toolkit to get access to all our favorite resources for working on mindset + personal development

Connect with us

• Check out our podcast website for all episodes
• Follow the podcast Instagram @perspectivelyyourspodcast and continue the conversation!  We’d love to hear your thoughts on today’s episode.   
• Find Alexis @alexis.thenourishedbeginnings and Sam @ms_samanthakehoe
• Join our mailing list so you’re in the know when a new episode drops

“We’re back!” Sam and Alexis reconnect after a summer break, reflecting on their personal and professional transformations. They share their struggles since leaving Beautycounter, navigating what the empty space has meant for them and what feels right moving forward. They highlight the value of community through their book club's exploration of "The Courage to be Disliked," preview upcoming book club reads and podcast guests. Get ready for a great next season of "Perspectively Yours!"

In this episode we discuss:

• The Power of Taking a Break
• Navigating Change and Grief
• Insights from Our Book Club
• Inner Conflict and Personal Growth
• Embracing a New Journey
• Discovering Fulfillment Beyond Business
• Upcoming Episodes and Community Events

Resources + Links

• Join our Book Club for community with other women on a personal growth + mindset journey (and monthly discussions + hang outs with us!)
• Download our FREE Shifting Your Perspective Toolkit to get access to all our favorite resources for working on mindset + personal development

Connect with us

• Check out our podcast website for all episodes
• Follow the podcast Instagram @perspectivelyyourspodcast and continue the conversation!  We’d love to hear your thoughts on today’s episode.   
• Find Alexis @alexis.thenourishedbeginnings and Sam @ms_samanthakehoe
• Join our mailing list so you’re in the know when a new episode drops

In our last in the "best of" series, we're exploring that ever-abundant achievement addiction -- its roots, societal pressures, and impact on mental health. Sam and Alexis share the highs and lows of their own ambition, providing firsthand accounts and valuable insights. Discover practical strategies for breaking free from the relentless pursuit of success, finding true fulfillment, and insights on what's worked for us to help redefine success and prioritize well-being.

In this episode, we discuss:

• What achievement addiction looks like
• Why we are choosing to add more to our plates
• Our personal experiences with achievement addiction
• How comparison fuels our achievement addiction
• When we chase what other people are doing, we miss out on giving our full selves to the world
• Being able to let things go

Resources and links for this episode:

• “Burnout” by Emily + Amelia Nagoski

Check out our podcast website for all episodes

Follow the podcast Instagram @perspectivelyyourspodcast and continue the conversation!  We’d love to hear your thoughts on today’s episode.   

Connect with Alexis @alexis.thenourishedbeginnings and Sam @ms_samanthakehoe

Join our mailing list so you’re in the know when a new episode drops

Maybe you’ve been rethinking your relationship with alcohol, maybe you just wrapped up a Dry July challenge, or done something similar in the past. Maybe you’ve never thought anything about alcohol consumption. Wherever you’re at, we’re here to shift the perspective on happy hour and give you a few new things to think about regarding your health, wellbeing and mindset.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Alcohol’s effect on our health
• How alcohol increases anxiety + depression
• Societal expectations to drink alcohol
• Self-medicating vs. mental health treatment
• The impact of the loneliness epidemic on alcohol use
• Alternatives to unwinding at night
• Choosing ourselves + our well-being over being part of the group

Resources and links for this episode:

• Huberman Lab: What Alcohol Does to your Brain, Body and Health
• Gabor Maté: The Wisdom of Trauma
• Unlocking Us: Loneliness and Connection

Alcohol alternatives we love

• Apothekary Tinctures + Powders
• Needed Sleep + Relaxation Support 
• Ritual Zero Proof
• Seedlip Non-Alcoholic Spirits
• Avec Spritzers

Check out our podcast website for all episodes

Follow the podcast Instagram @perspectivelyyourspodcast and continue the conversation!  We’d love to hear your thoughts on today’s episode.   

Connect with Alexis @alexis.thenourishedbeginnings and Sam @ms_samanthakehoe

Join our mailing list so you’re in the know when a new episode drops

Talk about a timely repeat episode -- left and right we are seeing people either being forced into a pivot, or have decided they're going to start something completely new, including ourselves! But how do you arrive there? There are so many reasons people give to NOT start something new, but what if you just did it? That’s what our guest Alexa did. She decided she wasn’t going to personalize everyone's experiences, nor was she going to be afraid of failure. She chose to just go for it, and see what happens. Hear how it went for her, how she’s been able to juggle motherhood along with entrepreneurship + a full time job, and the little insider tips if you want to have the confidence to just start.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Her mindset around starting her own private practice
• Dealing with everyone’s opinions
• Fear of failure
• What has made having a full plate feel manageable 
• Advice on how to just get started

Resources + Links

• Follow Alexa on IG @positiveperspectivetherapyllc

Download our FREE Shifting Your Perspective Toolkit to get access to all our favorite resources for working on mindset + personal development

Check out our podcast website for all episodes

Follow the podcast Instagram @perspectivelyyourspodcast and continue the conversation!  We’d love to hear your thoughts on today’s episode.   

Connect with Alexis @alexis.thenourishedbeginnings and Sam @ms_samanthakehoe

Join our mailing list so you’re in the know when a new episode drops