Are you ready to uncover the surprising truth about the impact of social media on women's lives? Get ready to be enlightened as we unravel the unexpected insights shared by Kara Alaimo, author of "Over the Influence: Why Social Media Is Toxic for Women and Girls." Brace yourself for a revealing journey that challenges common perceptions and offers empowering strategies. But that's not all—there's a twist in the tale that will leave you eager to explore the unanticipated revelations about the true effects of social media. Stay tuned as we dive into a world of eye-opening wisdom and meaningful connections. You won't want to miss this!

Kara Alaimo, the author of Why Social Media is Toxic for Women and Girls, offers a comprehensive analysis of the impact of social media on women's lives. Her extensive research and practical strategies provide valuable insights into the specific ways social media influences women, addressing key areas such as dating, parenting, and professional pursuits. With a focus on empowering women to navigate the challenges presented by social media, Alaimo's work delivers a compelling argument for proactive change in the digital landscape. Her expertise in this domain establishes her as a credible and authoritative voice in discussions concerning the effects of social media on women's well-being.

In This Episode, You'll Discover How To...

• Understanding the Impact of Social Media on Women's Lives: Uncover the surprising ways social media affects your well-being and relationships.
• Embracing Healthier Social Media Habits: Discover effective strategies to cultivate a positive and balanced relationship with social media.
• Influencer Impact on Self-Perception: Explore how influencers shape your self-image and ways to maintain a healthy mindset.
• Navigating Dating Apps with Confidence: Learn empowering approaches to using dating apps to connect authentically and confidently.
• Cultivating Offline Friendships in the Digital Age: Unlock the secrets to building meaningful and fulfilling friendships beyond the digital realm.

"I think it's important for us to see these apps for what they are and decide to use them in ways that empower ourselves. Just to reject all the toxic content and all the toxic messages and all the trolls and all of the other really ugly things we find on these apps. Delete and block and move on." - Kara Alaimo, Ph.D.

Key Moments:

• 00:00:01 - The Impact of Social Media on Women and Girls
• 00:02:15 - The Misunderstood World of Influencers
• 00:09:58 - Empowering Women on Social Media
• 00:12:35 - Navigating Social Media for Teen Girls
• 00:15:16 - Teaching Teen Girls to Say No
• 00:16:18 - Online Predators and Sextortion
• 00:17:13 - Social Media and Teenagers
• 00:19:54 - Dating Apps and Online Dating
• 00:23:58 - Changing Relationship Dynamics
• 00:29:23 - Impact of social media on relationships and friendships
• 00:30:50 - Trend towards in-person interactions
• 00:31:54 - Importance of nurturing relationships
• 00:33:36 - Strategic use of social media
• 00:34:51 - Continuation of conversation and resources

RESOURCES AND NEXT STEPS:

• Visit Kara Alaimo's website at karaalaimo.com to access a list of feminists to follow and a guide on how to handle your kids' use of social media.
• Follow Kara Alaimo on Instagram and Facebook to stay updated on her book tour events, virtual and in-person, and continue the conversation about social media and women's empowerment.
• Grab a copy of Kara Alaimo's book, Influence: Why Social Media is Toxic for Women and Girls, to gain valuable insights and strategies for navigating social media in a healthier way.
• Explore Vibrant Soul, a community to heal, transform, and expand your soul with like-minded friends at jenriday.com/vibrantsoul.

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If you're feeling frustrated and stuck because your visualizations and affirmations aren't leading to the manifestation you desire, then you are not alone! You may already be taking action by repeating positive statements or creating vision boards, only to find that nothing is changing in your life. Instead of experiencing the success and abundance you're seeking, you may be feeling disheartened and doubtful about your ability to manifest your desires.

Flowdreaming, a dynamic technique developed by Summer McStravick, provides a distinct approach to manifesting dreams and desires. Unlike typical manifestation strategies that might involve rituals or repeated intentions, Flow Dreaming stresses the importance of emotions. By harnessing the power of our feelings and the experiences we wish to cultivate, we can communicate more effectively with the universe and manifest our ideal outcomes.

In This Episode, You'll Discover How To...

• Master manifesting with the powerful Flowdreaming practice.
• Embrace healing and learn valuable lessons from life's struggles
• Shift from reacting to responding and take control of your responses.
• Rebuild trust in yourself, others, and God/the Universe for a brighter future.

"Practice feeling the way you want to feel so that you can graduate from those life majors you're ready to let go of." - Dr. Jen Riday

Key Moments:

• 00:04:01 - Understanding Flow Dreaming
• 00:10:17 - Practicing Flow Dreaming
• 00:13:54 - Life Majors and Changing Patterns
• 00:16:19 - Healing and Embracing Life
• 00:20:05 - Letting Go of Life Majors
• 00:21:49 - Emotional Blueprint and Nonphysical Action
• 00:27:23 - Chasing Feelings
• 00:29:15 - Building Trust in Life
• 00:30:12 - Creating Debris and Wreckage
• 00:34:23 - Practicing Feelings on Demand
• 00:39:16 - Flow Dreaming Practice

"We want to be focused on having the capacity, the energy, and the emotions to graduate from the patterns we're ready to let go of and move on to what we do want." - Summer McStravick

Resources and Next Steps:

• Visit flowdreaming.com to access free flow dreams and a free tutorial to start practicing feeling the way you want to feel.
• Download the Flowdreaming app to access over 300 flow dreams and get started on your practice of feeling the way you want to feel.
• Check out the Flowdreaming podcast and the Flowdreaming book to dive deeper into the concepts and practices of Flowdreaming and learn how to graduate from life majors and move towards what you do want.
• Explore Vibrant Soul, a community to heal, transform, and expand your soul with like-minded friends at jenriday.com/vibrantsoul.
• Learn about Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi, the father of flow.

How much joy are you willing (and able) to feel? Can your emotional and nervous system baseline handle more happiness? Can you really expand your capacity?

On this episode Jen shares how she reached her personal "max capacity" of joy at the recent Vibrant Happy Women Retreat and what she decided to do as a result.

Learn more about the Vibrant Happy Women Retreat at jenriday.com/retreat

From the bustling streets of New York City to the serene beauty of Victoria, BC, Jill Payne's journey took unexpected turns. Her candid account of navigating single motherhood and managing her emotions and energy during the pandemic and beyond sheds light on the transformative impact of self-regulation on mood and energy. You'll love Jill's update on how to "Be a Freaking Dime" even when life is messy!

In This Episode, You'll Discover How To...

• Master energy management and emotion regulation - even when life is messy.
• Elevate your parenting through effective mood and energy management.
• Use your body to shift your thoughts, feelings, and actions.
• Understand the relationship among personality, energy, and frequency.
• Handle detail-negative energy.
• Attract high-frequency people into your life.
• Embrace contrast and cultivate new desires for personal growth.

"Contrast inspires a new desire. When you have something you don't like, be grateful because it's showing you what you don't want so you can better formulate what you do want." - Jill Payne

Key Moments:

• 00:00:00 - Introduction to Managing Energy
• 00:01:11 - Challenges of Energy Management as a New Mother
• 00:08:27 - The Realities of Parenting and Energy Management
• 00:11:35 - Understanding Energy Levels and Capacity
• 00:13:44 - Managing Emotions and Energy
• 00:16:22 - Building Capacity for Better Responses
• 00:19:28 - The Power of Movement and Morning Routine
• 00:22:53 - Importance of Body in Shifting Thoughts and Actions
• 00:25:27 - Getting Into What's in Front of You
• 00:27:08 - Understanding Personality and Energy Management
• 00:36:24 - Handling Detail Negative Energy
• 00:39:25 - Establishing Boundaries
• 00:41:01 - The Phenomenon of Resonance
• 00:41:50 - Attracting Similar Energy
• 00:44:12 - Choosing Focus and Vision
• 00:47:45 - Shifting Focus and Managing Grief
• 00:54:58 - Embracing Change and Taking Risks
• 00:55:08 - Using Contrast to Inspire Desire

"What I see for you is holding up the possibility for what you think could be possible for your kids, your spouse. What I see for you is happiness and joy." - Jill Payne

Resources and Next Steps:

• Get the book Be a Dime by Jill Payne to access exclusive QR code content in the back of the book and use the QR code to access an online dashboard with weekly videos, daily audios, a full workbook, and a journal, typically available only to Jill's one-on-one coaching clients.
• Connect with Jill Payne on her website or through Instagram.
• Join Vibrant Soul, a community to heal, transform, and expand your soul with like-minded friends at jenriday.com/vibrantsoul.
• Apply the principle "What I see for you" to create a vision for your loved ones and inspire positive change.
• Embrace the concept that contrast inspires a new desire, allowing you to focus on what you do want rather than what you don't want.

Dr. Laura Froyen joins me again to chat about the power of taking time for yourself. As moms and caregivers, it's easy to get caught up in taking care of everyone else's needs. But what about our own?

Laura shares her perspective on why retreats like my annual Vibrant Happy Women Retreat are so rejuvenating. Getting away allows us to get out of the deep end and stop treading water - to rest, reconnect with ourselves, broaden our views, and realign our inner compass.

In our conversation, Laura reflects on how attending retreats has helped her rediscover her own identity beyond motherhood. We also talk about why time away is healthy for partnerships, allowing spouses and kids to step up at home.

I hope Laura's wisdom inspires you to prioritize self-care, whether through travel or simple moments of solitude. As she reminds us - we need time to just be, free from others' demands. It's essential for living vibrantly and authentically.

And if you want to join us at this year's retreat in Mexico Feb 7-11th, visit JenRiday.com/retreat

In This Episode, You'll Discover...

• Why traveling without a spouse can be liberating and allow for powerful personal growth and self-discovery.
• An unexpected twist at the retreat that brought Laura newfound happiness and energy.
• The social, emotional, and spiritual value of solitude and the importance of nurturing your own identity outside of motherhood.
• The unique way a retreat illuminates the path ahead for you.
• The power of being embraced by a community of welcoming and kind-hearted women.
• The importance of remembering what it's like to be an individual human being without anyone needing anything from you.
• And much more!

"It's okay to remember what it's like to be a whole and independent human being where no one else needs anything from you." - Jen Riday Key Moments:

• [00:02:11] Losing ourselves in motherhood.
• [00:06:03] Getting out of the deep end.
• [00:11:30] Identity outside of parenthood.
• [00:14:10] Finding comfort in solitude.
• [00:20:42] Family dynamics and boundaries.
• [00:24:07] Taking time for oneself.
• [00:27:35] Sacred retreat for women.
• [00:32:07] Traveling solo and self-discovery.
• [00:36:47] Increasing enjoyment of parenting.

"We're more than just caregivers and wives and mothers and all the things we are. We're humans, really." - Laura Froyen

Resources:

• Join the Vibrant Happy Women Retreat, which offers a transformative experience and provides a container of time to listen to your thoughts and connect with women from different walks of life.
• Connect with Dr. Laura Froyen on her website or through the Balanced Parent Podcast and learn from her soulful, intuitive widsom about purposeful parenting.
• Explore Vibrant Soul, a place to heal, transform, and expand your soul with like-minded friends by visiting JenRiday.com/vibrantsoul.
• Take responsibility for your own happiness and explore adding more alone time to your day-to-day life and beyond.

Breaking the stereotype of "clueless men," Anne Fraser takes a stand for men's emotional intelligence and healing, aiming to support them through a journey of understanding and love.

Raised in a dysfunctional family, Anne Fraser witnessed the toxic dynamics of her alcoholic grandfather and needy grandmother, which shaped her belief that women had to earn love through attractiveness and caretaking. Unsurprisingly, this narrative carried over into her own marriage, where she found herself married to an avoidant and controlling partner.

However, a life-changing car accident in 2009 shifted Anne's perspective. Faced with the fragility of life, she embarked on a journey of self-empowerment and healing. Through therapy, coaching, and personal growth workshops, Anne discovered the importance of self-love, boundaries, and personal responsibility for her own happiness. As she focused on her own growth and encouraged her children to do the same, her husband also began his own transformative journey.

Today, Anne's relationship with her husband is a testament to the power of inner healing and the possibility of creating a healthy and loving partnership. Anne's story serves as an inspiration for anyone seeking to break free from unhealthy relationship patterns and find true emotional fulfillment.

In This Episode, You'll Be Able To:

• Discover the key to healing and transforming your relationship for long-lasting happiness.
• Unlock the power of men's emotional intelligence and find new ways to support your partner's emotional well-being.
• Break free from unhealthy relationship cycles and create a foundation of love, respect, and understanding.
• Explore how family roles can impact your relationships and gain insights to foster healthier dynamics.
• Prioritize personal growth and self-care to enhance your overall well-being and strengthen your relationship.
• And much more!

"I discovered that I am 100% responsible for my own happiness, that it is not his job, but it's also not my job to be responsible for his happiness." - Anne Fraser Key Moments:

00:00:01 - Introduction 00:00:48 - Anne's Background and Work 00:02:45 - Anne's Childhood and Marriage 00:05:33 - Life-Changing Car Accident 00:08:52 - Impact on Anne's Marriage 00:16:21 - Healing Inner Child Wounds 00:17:13 - Husband's Healing Journey 00:18:15 - Encouraging Change 00:19:26 - From Settling to Empowerment 00:21:31 - The Power of Self-Care 00:31:23 - The Role of Men in Our Lives 00:32:28 - Healing for Men 00:33:39 - Impact on Sons 00:35:49 - Focus on Yourself

"My circumstances don't control who I am or how I show up in the world, that I don't have to look outside of myself for what I need." - Anne Fraser

Resources and Next Steps:

• Connect with Anne Fraser at YourForwardFocus.com to learn how to build meaningful connections and resolve conflicts in relationships.
• Attend the Vibrant Happy Women Retreat, which offers a transformative experience and provides a container of time to listen to your thoughts and connect with women from different walks of life.
• Take responsibility for your own happiness and explore the concept of setting boundaries in relationships to create healthier dynamics.
• Seek additional support and therapy for yourself or your partner if needed to work on personal growth and healing within the relationship.
• Model healthy behaviors for your children by prioritizing self-care and personal growth.

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Guest Linda Folken, a vibrant and happy woman participant, discovered the transformative power of coaching through the Vibrant Happy Women podcast. Struggling to align with her values and searching for personal growth, Linda immersed herself in Dr. Jen's resources and tools. One of her favorites was the "BE HER" practice, which she incorporated into her daily routine, setting the tone for her day and guiding her intentions. The "Feel It To Heal It" exercise helped her navigate a challenging time with her daughter, allowing her to process her emotions and find strength within herself. The "Feeling Wheel" introduced her to a vast array of emotions, empowering her with the words to express her innermost feelings.

In This Episode, You'll Be Able To:

• Learn practical wellness practices that you can easily incorporate into your daily life to improve your overall well-being so you can feel more vibrant and alive.
• Explore how coaching can be a powerful tool for personal transformation, helping you break through barriers and align with your values to create a life of meaning and purpose.
• Find out how to create a support system of like-minded women who will uplift and empower you as you navigate your own personal transformation.
• Learn the secret of finding a container of time in which you can think without interruption.
• Discover why it's never too late to change!
• And much more!

Key Moments:

00:00:01 - Introduction 00:00:32 - How the Podcast and Coaching Helped Linda Transform Her Life 00:02:11 - Using Tools for Daily Wellness Practices 00:05:12 - Being Present and Overcoming Impostor Syndrome 00:09:21 - Transitioning to Coaching and Finding Your Purpose

Resources and Next Steps:

• Connect with Linda Folken via LinkedIn or LindaFolken.com.
• Read Linda's chapter in Business on Purpose.
• Attend the Vibrant Happy Women Retreat, which offers a transformative experience and provides a container of time to listen to your own thoughts and connect with women from different walks of life.
• Join the Vibrant Soul Membership, a supportive community where you can access various tools and resources to align with your values and create a happier, more fulfilling life. Get access to Thought Tables, Feel It To Heal It, Be Her, and BOLD Meditation.
• Learn more about the Vibrant Life Coach Certification Program so you, too, can experience the transformative power of coaching!

Are you ready to step out of your comfort zone and play bigger in life?

In this episode, you'll discover why finding the courage to play bigger will help you make a positive impact in the world. Dr. Jen shares her own journey of stepping into the unknown and hosting the Vibrant Happy Women Retreat, highlighting the transformative power of playing bigger.

Jen explores the fears that hold us back, such as the fear of outshining others or not being good enough, and provides practical strategies to overcome those fears. By communicating with your higher self, owning your truth, and identifying the fears that hold you back, you can expand your capacity for joy and make a difference in the lives of others. So if you're ready to overcome your fears and play bigger in life, tune in to this empowering episode of Vibrant Happy Women.

In This Episode You'll Discover:

• How to unleash your inner courage and step outside your comfort zone to play bigger in life.
• Why a simple desire to learn the banjo led Jen on a journey of self-discovery and overcoming fear.
• The secret of overcoming your fears and limiting beliefs to unlock your full potential.
• How to connect with your Higher Self or a Higher Power to gain guidance and inspiration for your personal growth journey.
• Why embracing fear as a catalyst for positive change will help you make a meaningful impact in your own life and the lives of others.

Key Moments:

01:09 - Examples of Finding the Courage to Play Bigger 03:28 - What Happens When You Help Others to Heal and Grow 09:27 - Steps to Overcoming Your Fears 15:41 - The Impact of Stepping Out of Your Comfort Zone

Resources and Next Steps:

• Visit the Vibrant Happy Women Retreat website to get tickets for the upcoming event in Mexico.
• Join the Vibrant Soul Membership to access EFT tapping exercises and eliminate limiting beliefs.
• Purchase The Big Leap by Gay Hendricks to learn more about breaking through the fear of outshining others.
• Start journaling and asking open-ended questions to communicate with your Higher Self or a Higher Power.
• Choose your own truth by repeating empowering mantras such as, "All good things are on the other side of fear," or, "If people don't like my style or my body shape or my bank account, they're not my people."

Have you ever felt like you're stuck in a rut, doing the same things day after day, and wondering if this is all there is? Then this episode is for you! Join guest Hailey Rowe and I as we discuss overcoming the fear of being more visible.

The fact is, being the brightest, shiniest, most visible version of ourselves takes more than just willpower. In this episode you'll discover some powerful tools that have helped Hailey to live a more fearless life and that will help you, too, to step out of that comfort zone and into a more purposeful and fulfilled version of yourself.

In This Episode You'll Discover:

• How Hailey overcomes her fear to perform as a wedding singer!
• Why overcoming fear sooner rather than later is essential (and will save you a lot of regret)
• Hailey's secret mindset trick for being stuck in her own head
• The power that comes from tackling the first 5 minutes of any scary task
• What to do when you're overwhelmed with all the different options you could choose from as you move forward
• How the "Feel It To Heal It" tool can help us handle trauma-based fear that can't be changed with the mind alone
• Why staying stuck causes just as many bad feelings as overcoming your fear of visibility
• And much more!

Do you like the "story" of your life? Join me and guest Nicole Alexander as we discuss how to release the overwhelm, fear, confusion, and "shoulds" so the next chapter in your life story is one that feels amazing for you.

Nicole Alexander spent more than 15 years leading communications and public affairs teams spanning government, corporate and small business before launching her coaching and consulting business last year. Her experience in these diverse professional environments, alongside being a mom and wife of a business owner, provides her unique perspective and passion for helping high-achieving women get back to loving their work and their life amid the chaos.

What You'll Discover:

• A powerful technique that helps you see your life from the perspective of a person reading a book about you
• How to listen to the signals of your body and intuition to know when it's time to make a course correction in your story
• The importance of getting help as you shift your perspective about life
• Why we need to be aware of the dream stealers and "shoulds" in order to break free
• And much more!