Hello! I've recently transitioned to Substack where I'm hosting the SFA podcast. This episode is a mix of what I've been up to in the last year cosplaying in the corp world and how it led to my depression.

Listen to the full episode and unlock the tea on:

• Corporate cosplaying and witnessing women severed from their hearts in big tech
• AI tracking in big tech
• Imminent dread of the soul when you know there’s more to life than what you’re living
• Signs of when you’re on the wrong path
• Why grief happens even though you were the one to leave

Stay in touch:

Substack: https://open.substack.com/pub/sacredfemmealchemy

IG: https://www.instagram.com/sacredfemmealchemy

YouTube: https://youtube.com/@lisamayfrancisco

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In this return episode of the Sacred Femme Alchemy Podcast, I open up about my hiatus, what pulled me away, and why I’m choosing to come back now with a new direction for this space.

I share candid reflections on:

• Why I stepped back from Instagram and content creation and why podcasting feels like home again

• The fear of being forgotten when we pause, and the rebirth that happens when we return

• My journey of moving through different coaching identities and coming back to what feels most authentic

• How my Taoist Feminine Arts training, Kundalini practices, and return to corporate life have reshaped my understanding of the masculine and feminine

• Meeting my inner masculine filled with discipline, grit, leadership and the burnout that can follow when it’s out of balance

• How my cycle and body called me back into yin, rest, and pleasure as sacred practice

• The messy, nonlinear path of integration, and why leadership (for women especially) needs new models rooted in both power and heart

This episode is less about polished teaching and more about pulling back the curtain, where I am, what I’m learning, and how Sacred Femme Alchemy is evolving.

If you’ve ever felt the fear of pausing, struggled with integrating your spiritual practices into everyday life, or wrestled with finding balance between the masculine and feminine within you, this conversation will resonate.

In this raw, soul-led solo episode of the Sacred Femme Alchemy podcast, I’m back after a little pause—sharing exactly what’s been keeping me grounded, radiant, and turned the f*ck on about life as I head into the final year of my 30s.

I get real about:

• The unexpected gifts of sobriety (14+ years and counting)

• How ecstatic movement and feminine embodiment woke me up

• My journey with Kundalini energy and Tao Tantric Arts

• Why healing your relationship with your parents is a spiritual practice

• And the real reason I look younger than my age (spoiler: it’s not just collagen 👀)

Plus, I dive into how these sacred practices have helped me show up more fully—not just as a coach or spiritual teacher, but in my corporate work, my relationships, and my everyday joy.

This one’s for the modern mystics, sober curious babes, sacred rebels, and anyone navigating the messy, beautiful evolution from maiden to mother energy.

MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:

• Root & Bones Collagen (not sponsored—yet!)

• Taoist Feminine Arts Practices

• Kundalini Yoga Kriyas

• My sober journey (listen to this episode for the full story)

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Welcome back my loves. It’s been a while since I’ve dropped in like this. This episode is raw, real, and probably the most intimate I’ve recorded yet.

I’m sharing what’s been unfolding behind the scenes in my spiritual journey. From early sobriety and leaving an abusive relationship to discovering feminine embodiment, tantric arts, and finally learning how to savor the now. This is the messy, beautiful middle of integrating what I’ve learned into real life.

This isn’t a how-to. It’s a glimpse into the actual process. The sacred in-between. What it means to live your spirituality even when you’re commuting, in meetings, and navigating the matrix. It’s about honoring both the holy and the human.

Inside this episode:

✨ How my awakening started with heartbreak and healing

✨ Why embodiment was the missing link in my spiritual path

✨ The truth about feminine spirituality, sacred sexuality, and the tantric path

✨ What it means to integrate Shakti into the everyday

✨ Letting go of proving, performing, and always being in hustle mode

✨ Embracing the unknown and trusting the unfolding

✨ Why I’m choosing presence, play and pleasure over perfection

This is me, mid-initiation. And if you’re walking a path that feels nonlinear, deep, and tender — I hope this gives you permission to be in it too.

💖 Links mentioned

Come to my Kundalini Yoga classes in Palo Alto (Sundays at Inner Seed):

https://momence.com/u/inner-seed-foundation-jsAQM2

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DM me and let me know what landed. I love hearing from you.

Welcome to another episode of Sacred Femme Alchemy! This episode is a short-fire one, but it’s PACKED. After a conversation in my book club about relationships and the wild woman archetype, I couldn’t stop thinking about something I hear all the time...why does it feel so hard to find a partner who’s willing to do the work?

If you’ve ever felt like you’re attracting emotionally unavailable partners or like all the “good ones” are taken, this episode is for you.

I’m breaking down:

💭 The subconscious beliefs shaping your dating patterns

🌀 How your energy and mindset influence who you attract

📝 A simple journaling exercise to shift your perspective

⚡ The power of being around women who get it (and the ones who don’t)

💡 What it actually means to embody security and call in a healthy, aligned relationship

This is the kind of work I love diving deep into with my 1:1 clients and the truth is, you don’t have to stay stuck in the same patterns. Healing your relationship with the masculine starts with you, and when you shift your inner world, your outer world changes, too.

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I have two spots open for 1:1 coaching. Let’s go deep and clear the blocks keeping you from the love and partnership you truly desire.

✨ Book a discovery call and let's chat: https://calendly.com/sacredfemmealchemy/discovery-call

🐚 Reclaiming Your Feminine Essence & Embracing Your Truth 💦

Hey, love! In this solo episode, I’m diving deep into the sacred energy of rebirth, self-discovery, and reclaiming the parts of yourself you’ve hidden away. Fresh from my ski adventure in France 🎿, I’ve been reflecting on how winter is the perfect time to go inward, realign, and release.

We’re talking about:

✨ Unexpected joys & the lessons from trying something new

🌿 Honoring your truth vs. external expectations

🔥 Releasing repressed parts of yourself & stepping into your radiance

💖 The Venusian energy of love, beauty, and sensuality

🌑 Full Moon in Leo: What are you ready to let go of?

This is your reminder that youdon’t have to fit into anyone’s mold. Your unique essence is your power. 💫

👑1:1 Coaching: If you’re ready to embody your wild, authentic self & attract a love that aligns with your soul, I have2 spots left in my 4-month mentorship. APPLY HERE 💌

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Tag me on IG @sacredfemmealchemy and leave a review if this episode spoke to you! 🔥🎙️

In this heartfelt episode of the Sacred Femme Alchemy podcast, I sit down with the incredible Marie Cecile Zoutomou-Quintanilla —business speaker, coach, and founder of Seek Coaching LLC. Marie shares her powerful story of resilience, from moving to the U.S. with a dream, being diagnosed with cancer, overcoming life’s greatest tests, and finding true self-love. 💪✨

We dive deep into:
💡 Marie’s journey from West Africa to becoming a businesswoman in the U.S.
🙏 How faith, mindset, and self-love helped her through life’s hardest challenges
💼 Lessons learned as an entrepreneur and building heart-centered businesses
❤️ Attracting healthy relationships through confidence and self-worth
🌟 Daily rituals for pouring into yourself first before serving others
🧘‍♀️ Spirituality, surrender, and connecting with your inner essence

Whether you’re navigating a tough time or looking for inspiration to elevate your life, this episode will leave you feeling empowered AF! 🌈

🔗 Connect with Marie:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themariezq/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marie-c-zoutomou-quintanilla-mba-5a6452b/
Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@seek.coaching.llc

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💬 Ready to dive deeper into your healing & growth journey? Apply for 1:1 coaching with me and let’s start creating the life and love you deserve. 💖 DM me or visit my website.

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In this new episode of 2025, I’m keeping it real AF with you. I’m talking burnout, being tired of the curated perfection of entrepreneurship, and most importantly—why you don’t need someone exactly like you in a relationship.

Inspired by a powerful coaching session with a client, I break down the difference between compatibility and wanting a carbon copy of yourself, and how to create deeper fulfillment in your relationships by understanding your values.

Here’s what we’re diving into:
💥 The myth of needing your partner to be just like you
💡 How to stop projecting your spiritual path onto others
🧘‍♀️ The importance of community in meeting your emotional needs
📝 A journaling exercise to help you clarify your relationship values
💭 Why knowing what you truly want is key to calling in the right partner
🔥 How to stay grounded in your dating decisions without compromising your standards

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🌿 If you’re ready to dive deeper and attract healthy, loving relationships that reflect your worth, my 1:1 coaching container is now open! Together, we’ll create a solid foundation so you can choose from a place of clarity and self-love.

🔗 Book your 1:1 coaching discovery call now. Let’s call in that aligned love you deserve!

https://calendly.com/sacredfemmealchemy/discovery-call

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Welcome back to the Sacred Femme Alchemy podcast! This week, I’m joined by the incredible Nyoka Samuels-Gilchrist—a Jamaican-born, NYC-raised nurse, mentor, and founder of 7 Healing Waters. Nyoka’s journey is nothing short of inspiring. From navigating cultural dualities to balancing science and spirituality, Nyoka shares how she reclaimed her authenticity and courageously built a life and business aligned with her deepest truths.

✨ What You’ll Hear in This Episode:

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This conversation is rich with wisdom, heart, and actionable steps to begin your healing journey. Dive into this episode and discover the magic of blending spirituality, nature, and science.

In this episode of Sacred Femme Alchemy, we dive deep into the world of healing relationship wounds, somatic work, and the transformational power of EFT tapping.

🌀 Too often, the coaching world focuses solely on mindset work—but mindset alone won’t dismantle years of conditioning, beliefs, and emotional blocks held in your body.

In this episode, I’m sharing:

This isn’t about slapping affirmations over old wounds. It’s about real healing—releasing shame, dismantling toxic cycles, and creating space for emotionally secure, committed love.

💡 Ready to feel lighter and transform your energy? I’m offering pay-what-you-can EFT sessions through December. Let’s break through the layers holding you back and align you with the relationship you deserve.

👉 Book your session today! https://calendly.com/sacredfemmealchemy/60-min-eft-coaching-session-holiday

🎧 Listen now and begin your journey to unconditional self-love and aligned relationships!

💫 Ready to dive deeper? My 1:1 coaching container is designed for women ready to break free from relationship wounds and patterns, and step fully into their power.

Together, we’ll uncover the blocks keeping you stuck, rewrite your inner narrative, and align you with the healthy, loving, and secure relationships you deserve. This is a space for massive transformation, where you’ll be supported every step of the way.

💌 Spots are limited because this is high-touch, customized guidance. If you’re ready to say yes to yourself and create a new blueprint for love. Let’s make it happen.

💎 Book your 1:1 coaching discovery call here https://calendly.com/sacredfemmealchemy/discovery-call