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Welcome to the Anfisa Shimkevich Podcast.

Today I am joined by a dear friend who I greatly admire, Stefanie Nicolaou; a feminine embodiment coach, birth keeper and doula, tantric practitioner and mother. Stefanie has played a huge part in how I’ve consciously connected with my internal wisdom as a woman throughout my motherhood journey, and today she is here to share her unique perspective and authentic experiences with you. We share an honest, rich and connecting conversation exploring motherhood, relationships, rediscovering yourself and existing outside of being solely a mother.

In this episode:

• Longing for freedom as a mother and how you are pushed to find different ways to function and exist in the world

• How to consciously disconnect and take time for yourself even when your maternal instincts are strong

• How the presence of the masculine throughout pregnancy, birth and parenthood can help remind you that you’re more than ‘just a mother’

• Creating connection and co-regulation through breastfeeding to raise an emotionally healthy child

• How to use your internal navigation system to guide you through motherhood; all of the answers are within you.

• Exploring the challenges of navigating your relationship as it evolves into parenthood; how to build strong foundations and deal with conflict

• Rediscovering your sensuality, sex and intimacy after birth

• Transitioning into motherhood and how your friendships change

Thank you for joining me on this journey to self-mastery!

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Welcome to the Anfisa Shimkevich Podcast.

Over the past month, I've explored how a woman's magnetic charge (the inner power that attracts love, opportunities, and experiences) lies within our grasp. Here’s a breakdown of my journey and lessons on how you can tap into your own magnetic potential...

In this episode:

• Personal journey: from self-doubt to embracing magnetism
• Beyond the cycle: feeling magnetic all month, not just one week
• Magnetic mindset: How to feel magnetic when you don’t feel sexy, worthy, or desired
• Step into power: a three-step journey to embrace your magnetic self
• Identify blocks: recognizing where you lose touch with your magnetism
• Conscious awareness: recognising moments of self-doubt and loss of power
• Curiosity and clarity: uncovering what clouds your sense of magnificence
• Journaling for clarity: using journaling to clear limiting beliefs and regain power

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Welcome to the Anfisa Shimkevich Podcast.

Today I am joined by the bright and illuminating Katja Baumbach; a consciousness, love and energy coach who helps men and women balance their Yin & Yang energy through the THK method, meditation and goal oriented coaching.

In this episode, we dive deep into the emotional aftermath of divorce, particularly how it can create a lack of love in your childhood. We explore how the imbalance of male energy, both externally through the men in your life and internally through your yang energy, can leave you feeling lost, unloved, and without trust.

We also touch on how blocking emotions can store unresolved feelings in your body, leading to potential emotional explosions down the line. This episode will guide you through ways to avoid being overwhelmed by heavy emotions, how to navigate the heightened sensitivity during stages of your cycle and how to release these emotions to make the world a more beautiful place.

In this episode:

• The impact of divorce on childhood and emotional wellbeing
• How divorce creates a feeling of lost love during childhood
• Navigating hardships and their long-term effects as an adult
• Strategies to prevent heavy emotions from destroying your peace
• The power of meditation and manifesting thoughts into reality
• Practices for emotional management and processing sadness

Thank you for joining me on this journey to self-mastery!

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Welcome to the Anfisa Shimkevich Podcast

In this episode, we explore:

• Navigating life changes: When friendships, relationships, or careers shift unexpectedly, how can we remain true to ourselves?

• The importance of self-honesty: Why asking about your own well-being is crucial during intense times.

• Processing past hurts: Understanding how experiences are stored in our nervous system and finding release through tears and journaling.

• Creating space for healing: Learn the process of releasing negative emotions to make space for different life choices.

• Restructuring your life: Tips on how to navigate changes when it feels like the ground is shifting beneath your feet.

• Honouring your feelings: The courage it takes to acknowledge your true emotions, even if they conflict with societal expectations.

• Embracing duality: How to experience and honour two opposing emotions simultaneously.

• The power of being seen and heard: How acknowledging your feelings can reduce suffering and propel you forward.

Thank you for joining me on this journey to self-mastery!

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Welcome to the Anfisa Shimkevich Podcast.

Today I am joined by my dear friend, Louise Lastrina; a yoga teacher, movement enthusiast, reiki practitioner, a wife and a mother to three. Louise played a pivotal role in my transition into this new chapter of life, and today we have an open and honest conversation about the challenges and joys of being a mother. This episode is filled with valuable advice for mothers at every stage of their journey.

In this episode:

• Emotional bonding: keeping a close bond with your children
• Discipline differently: breaking away from societal norms
• Human design in parenting: understanding your child's unique blueprint
• Self-care for mothers: creating space for yourself
• Igniting your inner mother: trusting your innate capability
• Regulating emotions: managing your child's emotions by regulating your own
• Welcoming a new sibling: preparing your children when your family expands
• Balancing parenthood and partnership: how to nurture your relationship
• Postpartum intimacy: returning to enjoying sex, pleasure, and intimacy after childbirth
• Movement and mindfulness: nurturing your mind and body
• Self-love: celebrating your body during pregnancy and postpartum
• Empowering your children: trusting your children's decisions and judgement

Thank you for joining me on this journey to self-mastery!

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Welcome to the Anfisa Shimkevich Podcast.

In this enlightening episode, I delve into how a shift in perception can transform the way you view your ‘problems’ as ‘challenges to master’. I often hear people frame their problems as dense issues, but, the reality is, everyone is challenged by life, it’s what we came here to experience! If we didn’t have hurdles, how would we grow, evolve or think about creating something different for our life? It’s a crucial part to our evolution and soul's journey. Tune in to today’s episode to discover how to shift your mindset and learn how to deal with life’s inevitable challenges in a way that flourishes you, rather than limits you.

In this episode:

• How to reduce your level of pain when facing problems in life
• Normalising struggles; it’s a fundamental part of the human experience
• How to shift your perception and view problems as an opportunity for self mastery
• The correlation between personal struggles and soul evolution
• Insights on navigating challenges in relationships, pleasure, finance, and health

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Welcome to the Anfisa Shimkevich Podcast.

In this intimate monologue, I share my personal journey of understanding the soul's voyage from the invisible realm to our 3D bodies. Through my experience as a mother, I explore the profound moment of hearing my child's heartbeat for the first time and how this moment shaped my perception of how a soul lands from the invisible realm into the 3D body. This episode delves into the concept that seeing ourselves and others as souls will shape how we experience life, choices and relationships.

In this episode:

• The concept of the soul landing in the heart, the first organ to form
• Reflecting on the question, "Who am I?" as a timeless soul in a physical body
• Shifting perceptions of friendships and relationships through the lens of soul journeys
• Transforming feelings of grief and ego into compassion and acceptance
• Navigating marital challenges with a focus on soul growth and mutual support
• Recognizing your partner as a unique soul having personal experiences
• Emphasising the power of choice in shaping emotional states and responses to life
• Trusting the soul's journey and embracing the butterfly effect of every experience

Thank you for joining me on this journey to self-mastery!

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Welcome to The Anfisa Shimkevich Podcast.

I’m your host Anfisa and I’m so happy you're here. I am a self-mastery mentor and ceremonial cacao facilitator living in Cyprus, a beautiful island in the Mediterranean.

If you’re ready to step into your personal authenticity and find true connection, you're in the right place. Here, you will find juicy, captivating and moving stories from our guests, who share authentically about their human experiences and what excites their soul.

I have a burning passion for healing and self-exploration and these are the types of juicy, soulful chats that you can expect in this season of the podcast as we explore all things motherhood, pleasure, self-mastery, relationships and wellbeing.

As a mother, wife and entrepreneur, you’ll also hear me share my ever-evolving journey with self-mastery; my personal challenges, discoveries and everything in between.

My intention is for you to leave these episodes feeling moved, inspired and closer to your soul's truth. So are you ready? Let’s dive in…

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