In this vulnerable,  solo heart-opening episode of The Woman Empire Project Podcast, I’m inviting you into a conversation that’s been whispering in my soul, one that unfolded after five days completely offline.

No Instagram. No emails. No notifications.

Just the land, my family, my breath, and my own heart.

What started as a simple camping trip became a profound journey of remembering:

Inside this episode, I share:

This episode is for:

If you’ve been needing a moment to breathe... a moment to reflect... a moment to remember — this is it.

Connect with Peta-Lea Brenda:

www.peta-leabrenda.com

Instagram: @petaleabrenda @thewomanempireproject

In this episode of The Woman Empire Project Podcast, Peta-Lea is joined by Kimberly from Happiness Habits for Success — a leadership mentor, breathwork facilitator, and passionate advocate for the power of happiness in business.

Together, they dive deep into what it truly means to lead with joy, why emotional wellbeing is your secret weapon in leadership, and how the state of your physical space affects your mindset.

Kimberly introduces her BFM Method (Breathe, Feel, Move) and shares practical tools to raise your happiness baseline so you can show up with intention, power, and peace.

This episode is for the woman who:

Feels the pressure of leading, parenting, or building a business and wants more ease

Wants to learn how to regulate her nervous system and raise her baseline happiness

Is curious about how environment, routine, and connection affect her wellbeing

Believes success and joy can coexist — and is ready to embody both

You’ll walk away with:

Kimberly’s 3 science-backed happiness tips you can implement today

A deeper understanding of how to use breathwork to shift your mood

Why your surroundings may be draining your energy (and how to fix it)

Tools to lead from a place of grounded joy, not burnout

A powerful new lens on emotional regulation and self-leadership

Kimberley Priest is a leadership and happiness expert who helps high-performing leaders achieve better results, with less stress.  With over 20 years' experience in sales and leadership, she demonstrates that happiness is a powerful driver of peak performance. 

Kimberley goes beyond traditional leadership training, using innovative methods that create lasting change, drawing on her background in sales leadership, interior design and breathwork.  She is the creator of the BFM Method - which is a daily practice designed to improve your brain, mindset and nervous system over time.  She hosts exclusive retreats, runs corporate workshops, and works one-on-one with select clients. 

Her mission is to help a million leaders learn the 'why and how' of happiness, creating a huge ripple of happiness in the world. 

Connect with Kimberly:

https://happinesshabitsforsuccess.com/

Instagram: @kimberlyjanepriest 

Connect with Peta-Lea Brenda:

www.peta-leabrenda.com

Instagram: @petaleabrenda @thewomanempireproject 

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In this deeply heart-led conversation, I sit down with skin expert Jess Wraight, a wellbeing presenter and passionate advocate for low-tox living and natural beauty to chat all things clean beauty, hormone health, motherhood, and the courage it takes to start again.

Jess Wraight is a skin aesthetician and wellbeing presenter with over a decade experience in clean beauty and holistic skincare. She specialises in guiding women to achieve radiant, healthy skin by incorporating wellbeing habits & simple skin principles to feel confident in their own skin. Through personalised wellbeing consults to online presentations, Jess breaks down the marketing hype & trends to make aging gracefully, a simple daily habit.

This episode is for the woman who’s…

Starting to question what she’s putting on her skin (and her children’s too)

Feeling overwhelmed by the wellness world and craving real, practical steps

Curious about holistic living but unsure where to begin

Wanting to raise confident daughters in a world of filters, trends, and toxic overload

Ready to choose herself, honour her wellbeing, and start living with intention

Jess shares her story of leaving the corporate world to follow her passion, the truth behind the teen skincare epidemic, and how small shifts in your daily life can create a ripple effect of healing, confidence, and calm.

Expect honest advice, powerful facts that will shift your perspective, and uplifting reminders that you don’t need to do it all, just take the first step.

You’ll walk away feeling inspired, empowered, and ready to start your own low-tox journey in a way that feels light, aligned, and achievable.

In this episode, we dive into:

The shocking number of chemicals most women apply before 9am

Why your home might be more toxic than the outside world

How to begin a low-tox lifestyle without throwing everything out

Practical swaps that will support your skin, health, and hormones

The beauty of building confidence from the inside out

And the inspiring reminder: you’re allowed to change your story at any time

Connect with Jess Wraight:

Website:

https://stan.store/

Core Reset Program:

Discover the Core Reset Program

Get the skincare Jess recommends:

Essential Oils Pure and Natural | dōTERRA Essential Oils |

Instagram: @jesswraight

Connect with Peta-Lea Brenda:

Instagram: @petaleabrenda @thewomanempireproject 

www.peta-leabrenda.com 

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This episode is a celebration of what happens when women say YES to their joy. YES to their body. YES to their feminine power.

Join me as I’m joined by the radiant women of Center Stage: La Soirée, a 10-week immersive dance and performance course where we laughed, cried, danced, and transformed together. You’ll hear behind-the-scenes reflections, heartfelt stories, and the power of what was created when we dared to be seen.

From the electrifying energy backstage to the roar of a supportive crowd, this episode is about so much more than a performance. It’s about friendship. It’s about healing. And it’s about what happens when women remember who they really are.

If you’ve ever wanted to feel confident in your body, to do something playful and wildly outside your comfort zone… this is your invitation.

Tune in for contagious courage, joy, and the reminder that it is your birthright to shine.

Women who are craving confidence and self-expression

The high achievers stuck in perfectionism who need to play

Women disconnected from their sensuality or feminine energy

Mamas, career women, creatives — who are ready to choose themselves again

Anyone who’s ever said, “That’s not for me” and secretly wanted it anyway

A deep reminder that joy is your birthright

What happens when you say YES to something outside your comfort zone

Why confidence is contagious — and how to surround yourself with it

How sisterhood and safety unlock deep transformation

That you don’t need to be perfect — you just need to show up

And most of all… that it’s never too late to feel electric, empowered and seen

Head over to my YouTube to see our show night dance routines, be inspired to take bold action, be seen and have fun all whilst saying YES to you.

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Centre Stage 2.0 is already fully booked and the waitlist for Centre Stage 3.0 is open.

Contact Brie: [email protected] for more information.

Connect with Brie: Instagram @dance_with_brie 

Today I was joined with:

Brie @dance_with_brie

Nat @spinetinglingmarriage

Natalie @Natalie_king_attention_to_life

Nicole: @Nicole.marono13

Connect with Peta-Lea Brenda:

[email protected]

www.peta-leabrenda.com

Instagram.com/petaleabrenda 

Facebook.com/peta-leabrenda

This episode is for every woman who’s ever felt exhausted, disconnected, or trapped inside a body that no longer feels like her own.

I sit down with the radiant and resilient Dani Seadon, a mother of four, midwife, and holistic wellness mentor, who shares her remarkable story of turning a devastating autoimmune diagnosis into a catalyst for deep healing and transformation.

Told she had rheumatoid arthritis and would need to be on chemotherapy drugs for life, Dani made a decision that changed everything: “This is not my story.”

What followed was a brave journey back to self — physically, emotionally, and spiritually. Dani didn’t just defy the diagnosis… she redefined what it means to take your power back.

 This episode is for you if…

You feel like your body is screaming for rest or change, but you keep pushing through

You’ve been given a diagnosis or label that doesn’t feel aligned with your truth

You’re caught in cycles of burnout, fatigue, or chronic stress

You’re looking for a more holistic, empowered path to wellness and healing

You want to learn how mindset, belief, and daily rituals can create real change

 Here’s what you’ll walk away with:

A deep understanding of how unhealed trauma, suppressed emotions, and stress manifest in the body

Practical tools to begin shifting your energy — even if you're a busy mum or feel like you have no time

The power of the 17-second mindset shift and how it rewires your reality

A reminder that healing doesn’t need to be perfect — it just needs to be intentional

Dani's “Magic Morning” method that takes just five minutes but can change your entire day

Inspiration to listen to your body before it forces you to stop

This episode is both an awakening and a permission slip — to believe in your body’s power, to trust your intuition, and to rise from whatever is keeping you stuck.

Whether you’re at the beginning of your healing journey or simply need a reminder that you are not broken — this conversation will land deep and lovingly in your heart.

You are your own healer. You are your own miracle.

Connect with Dani here:

 Danielle Seadon • @daniseadon • Milkshake Website Builder

Instagram: @daniseadon 

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Don't forget to tag us @thewomanempireproject @petaleabrenda @danideason 

Welcome back, beautiful.

Part two of my Bali journey. If you haven’t listened to part one yet, I encourage you to pause here and start there, it’ll give you the full picture of what was one of the most life-changing trips I’ve ever taken.

In this episode, I share the deeply spiritual experience of a sacred water purification ceremony in Bali, the raw, unfiltered moments that challenged me, and the unexpected lessons that continued to unfold even after I returned home.

I open up about the confronting reality of poverty, the simplicity of Balinese life, and how these powerful contrasts sparked deep gratitude and self-reflection within me. From squat toilets to barefoot offerings, and candlelit evenings to heart awakenings, I invite you into the full experience.

In this episode, I share:

What it was really like to take part in a sacred water cleansing ceremony

The cultural contrasts and the emotions they stirred within me

Why simplicity and sacredness have become my new non-negotiables

A gentle invitation to create stillness, intention and presence in your everyday life

Why this trip is now a yearly declaration to honour myself

Let this episode be a reminder that peace, presence, and power are available to you at any momentum, and you have permission to strip it all back and reconnect with what truly matters.

If this resonates, please share it with a friend, leave a 5-star review, or come say hi over on Instagram @petaleabrenda or @thewomanempireproject.

In this deeply personal and empowering episode, I take you behind the scenes of one of the biggest moments of my life, my first ever international solo trip to Bali.

From booking the flight to arriving in paradise with tears of gratitude, I share the fears I had to move through, the unexpected healing I experienced, and the divine nudges that led me to take this leap.

You'll hear how this trip became not just a getaway, but a sacred journey of stillness, soul connection, and divine timing guided by the legacy of my beautiful Aunty, the healing energy of Bali, and my own inner fire.

What to expect in Part 1:

The truth about fear and why we can't wait for others to join our dreams

A powerful story of healing (my neck pain vanished!)

The emotional arrival in Bali and what it felt like to truly receive

My unforgettable stay at the Padma Resort

The sacred meaning behind this trip and my Aunty's connection to Bali

Why I no longer say “back to reality” this is my reality now

This episode will speak to your heart if you're a woman who's ready to step into her next level, one brave, beautiful move at a time. 

 Part 2 lands on the next drop of The Woman Empire Project Podcast, Monday morning at 6 a.m.

In this powerful episode of The Woman Empire Project Podcast, I sit down with the incredible Brie—my beautiful soul sister, dance teacher, and dear friend, to talk about the magic of movement and how dance transforms a woman from the inside out.

Brie shares her journey with dance, from childhood ballet classes to rediscovering movement as a mother and now teaching women to express themselves through dance. We dive deep into the confidence, sensuality, and self-liberation that dance offers and how it allows women to step into their most radiant, empowered selves.

We also explore Brie’s groundbreaking Center Stage performance course, the fears and limiting beliefs that often hold women back from fully expressing themselves, and why now is the time to step onto the stage—literally and figuratively.

If you’ve ever felt the call to move, to reconnect with your feminine power, or to break free from judgment and fully express yourself, this episode is for you.

✨ Join us as we talk all things dance, empowerment, and the magic of self-expression.

🎟 Plus, don’t miss the details on how you can attend Center Stage: La Soirée—an electrifying night of women stepping into their power through performance!

Get your ticket now for our show night!

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/centre-stage-la-soiree-tickets-1232456834569

Connect with Brie:

Instagram: @dance_with_brie

Connect with Peta-Lea:

Instagram: @petaleabrena @thewomanempireproject

Listen now and let’s move together! 💃✨

In this episode of The Woman Empire Project Podcast, I’m celebrating my 35th birthday with YOU! Every year, I take time to reflect on my growth, lessons, and transformation.

This year has been one of the most expansive yet, I’ve stepped deeper into my truth, owned my power, and embraced the woman I am becoming.

Today, I’m sharing 10 of the most important lessons I’ve learned over my 35 years, lessons that have completely transformed my life and can do the same for you. These are the lessons that will help you love yourself deeper, release fear, step into your highest potential, and create a life you truly love.

This episode is full of wisdom, reflection, and empowerment.

Plus, I’m sharing a personal birthday tradition that has helped me stay aligned with my vision for the year ahead.

Tune in now and let me know, which lesson did you need to hear today?

✨ The most important relationship you will ever have

If you’re ready to step into your power, embrace your truth, and live life on your terms, this episode is for you.

Take your love language quiz here:

https://5lovelanguages.com/quizzes

Connect with Peta-Lea:

Instagram @petaleabrenda @thewomanempireproject

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In this raw and reflective episode of The Woman Empire Project Podcast, I’m bringing you an open-hearted conversation recorded straight from my car before a dance rehearsal. After a week of chaos brought on by ex-Tropical Cyclone Alfred, I share my personal journey through uncertainty, emotional exhaustion, and the deep lessons I’ve uncovered along the way.

I take you behind the scenes of what it was like living without power for six days, navigating stress while still showing up for my family, and how this experience offered me a new level of appreciation for the simple things in life.

From reflecting on past traumas, like the Christmas tornado that shook my world in 2023, to reconnecting with the wisdom of the women who came before us, this episode is filled with honest storytelling, resilience, and gratitude.

This is your reminder that while we are in control of our energy and emotions, we are also human. Sometimes, life shakes us. But in those moments, we have the opportunity to sit with the lessons, acknowledge the discomfort, and emerge stronger.

🎟 Come see me perform on March 29! If you’re in the Gold Coast, I’ll be performing on stage at the Broadbeach Cultural Centre as part of my 10-week dance performance course. Tickets are only $39, grab yours now! 

Centre Stage - La Soirée! Tickets, Sat, Mar 29, 2025 at 7:00 PM | Eventbrite

Birthday Sale!

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