In this episode, Nikki Gal and her guest

Alyssa dig into living a fulfilling life with a disability, her creative journey, mental health/self love advocacy, and social media boundaries.

Alyssa Silva is an artist, blogger, disability/mental health advocate, ambassador, digital creator, nonprofit owner, and inspiration to myself as well as others. Alyssa was born with Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA) and has been living her best life. She shows glimpses of her life of social media and blog to show the world her fulfilling life with a disability, everyday photos, mental health reminders, as well as her beautiful art/designs.

Check out her journey:

@alyssaksilva

Check out her nonprofit:

workingonwalking.org

Shop/support her art:

alyssaksilva.com

In this episode, Nikki Gal and her guest

Venus discuss the power of positive expression, wellness, finding your calm space, discipline/boundaries, as well as the pros/cons of social media.

Venus is a yoga instructor, wellness/self development advocate, and beautiful soul. She has grown within her yoga practices and healing exercises by channeling her inner and outer focus/strength. She has motivated others (including myself) to not be fearful of change but rather be fearless towards growth. Let everything come out, and NEVER bury. Fully LEAN INTO YOUR CORE and FACE THE PROBLEM.

Check out her journey:

@traveler.venus

@yogawithvenus

Check out her podcast:

Better With Venus available on Spotify, Anchor & Apple Podcasts

In this episode, Nikki Gal and her guest

Chlœ dig into body confidence, self love, and chronic illness/change of the stigma movement. Chlœ has truly broken the barrier and stigma by being transparent with herself by accepting ALL the raw transformations and challenges within her life.

Chlœ is a writer, disability advocate, and BRAVE/REAL human. She has truly put herself first by prioritizing her mental/physical health and reinventing herself through fashion, muse, versatility, and creativity. Stepping out of your comfort zone on social media and/or real life can be intimidating… but IT IS WORTH IT TO TAKE THE CHANCE. Who knows what you will find. ⚡️

Check out her journey:

@hichloe

In this episode, Nikki Gal and her guest

Brynta discuss mental health/body acceptance, the power of NOT fitting social media labels/standards, diet culture, rawly expressing yourself, and spreading your wings!

Brynta is a content creator, body acceptance/mental health advocate, storyteller, and real soul. She wants to help other realize that being at war with yourself needs to STOP. You’re yourself for a reason. Real is always going to be raw, it’s okay not to be okay, embracing yourself is more powerful than anything, and living your life without being defined by your body/mind is truly beautiful.

Check out her journey:

@bryntastagram

In this episode, Nikki Gal and her guest

Celinda dig into Lupus diagnosis/journey, pageant life, social media boundaries, and taking risks by pursuing what you love. With risks comes with trial and error, you just have to go for it to be worth it in the end!

Celinda Ortega is our Miss New Jersey USA 2021, premed student, Lupus warrior/advocate, pageant coach, and empowering woman inside & out. She has been confidently living her own life the way SHE wants to by continuously spreading joy and encouraging others along the way.

Check out her journey:

@celindaortega

@stellarproductionsnj

In this episode, Nikki Gal and her guest Tara discuss mental health, the power of wellness, the physical effects of mental health, fitness, and channeling your inner/outer strength.

Tara Allmendinger is a pageant title holder, bikini competitor, wife, animal lover, and WELLNESS WARRIOR.

She took a few steps back to analyze her own life quality by guiding herself in the right direction by prioritizing her mind, body, and spirit. She took control and transformed her life into her BEST LIFE. She has been able to find the light and fight within herself through bravery, understanding herself, and trusting her GUT. She has encouraged others throughout her own experience/journey to TAKE CHARGE and to never stand in the way of YOURSELF.

Check out her journey:

@mrs.allmendinger

www.taraallmendinger.com

In this episode, Nikki Gal and her guest Elaine discuss the journey/diagnosis of Von Willebrands Disease Type 1, mental health, as well as sexual assault awareness/advocacy. Elaine has decided to become an open book and break silence with her story- not only to change other’s lives but also to educate, advocate, and support others.

Elaine Oyama is a medical student, businesswoman, advocate, and pageant title holder. Her legacy is not only powerful and educational, but also BRAVE. Her journey is truly incredible and inspiring, she is an unstoppable force!

Check out her journey:

@elaine.oyama

In this episode, Nikki Gal and her guest Gloria discuss skincare importance, safety, and journey as an esthetician. We dig into products, treatments (chemical peels 4-6 weeks), and regimen.

No one has the perfect skin, we are all on different skin journeys, it is all a process. It is important to find time for yourself and do your own research. SKIN IS IMPORTANT. MAKE IT A PRIORITY.

Gloria Louis is an esthetician, entrepreneur, traveler, and skincare enthusiast/specialist. She has been encouraging, inspiring, and reminding others throughout her own journey to put your well being and skin FIRST. Listen to yourself and your intuition, and take care of the largest organ of your body… your SKIN!

Check out her journey:

@glorialouis_

Gloria’s Skincare Faves:

https://www.dermalogica.com

https://www.elizabethgrady.com/shop/

In this episode, Nikki Gal and her guest Jasmine dig into the life of a social media marketer, fitness journey/balance, and social media. Boss woman energy is where it’s at, especially when staying fit, motivated, and balanced!

Jasmine Lynnette is a social media marketer, content creator, pageant title holder, as well as a blogger. She has been learning about herself each day by pursuing her dreams and talents, as well as encouraging others to do so, too.

Check out her journey:

@jasmineelynn

In this episode, Nikki Gal and her guest Laura dig into self image, the modeling/pageant industry, the power of writing, and learning about yourself each day. It’s the little things that matter, start your day off fresh, and ALWAYS be ready for growth.

Laura Esqueda is a mentor, writer, commercial model, actor, and pageant title holder. She has continued expanding her growth and remaining focused on herself by doing what she loves by putting her best foot forward.

Check out her journey:

@laura.arianna