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What if the rules that are holding you back... are the very ones you need to break? In this season finale of You Are The Magic, host Christine DeHerrera shares what really made her podcast dream come to life—and why letting go of "best practices" was the first step to building momentum. If you’re a high-achieving entrepreneur, creative powerhouse, or storyteller with a vision you’ve been sitting on, this behind-the-scenes look at launching a podcast will leave you excited to take your next bold move.

Christine unpacks lessons learned about episode structure, tech tools (including Riverside, Buzzsprout, and ChatGPT), the importance of endings, and the creative magic that comes from simplifying your schedule to make space for the big project you’re ready to tackle. You'll also hear why building a supportive community and trusting the timing were necessary for sustainable success—and how letting go of “the right way” opened the door to momentum, clarity, and joy in the process.

🎧 Plus: Don’t miss her bonus tip on subtraction and the free guide, The Business Detox Playbook, to help you clear space and move forward with clarity. Season Two launches this summer, but this episode is the one to bookmark when you need a reminder that you can start before you’re ready—and that your message deserves to be heard.

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From Behind the Camera to the Center of Her Brand: Jama Pantel on Confidence and Visibility

How does an introverted photographer become a bold personal brand—and an influencer for a billion-dollar running company? In this grounded and empowering conversation, Christine sits down with Jama Pantel, portrait photographer, brand strategist, podcast host, and quiet powerhouse helping women own their presence on camera and in life.

Jama shares how confidence isn’t a feeling you wait for—it’s something you build through action. From a pivotal moment in her teenage years that clarified the legacy she wanted to leave, to stepping into the spotlight herself, Jama walks us through what it actually takes to show up, especially when it feels vulnerable.

You’ll hear how she guides high-achieving women to move past self-doubt, embrace their stories, and create branding that feels as powerful as it is personal. This episode is a must-listen if you’ve ever wondered how to build a magnetic brand without performing, pretending, or pushing yourself past your limits.

This episode will change how you think about confidence—and how you build it, one small step at a time.

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This week, Christine DeHerrera kept hearing the same themes showing up again and again—in client calls, conversations with colleagues and friends, and even her own reflections. In this episode, she goes behind the scenes of three of those powerful conversations, each offering an invitation to trust yourself more deeply, align your business with your values, and reclaim your energy.

Listeners will hear why a seasoned consultant found herself avoiding invoicing—and what that revealed beneath the surface. Christine shares the story of a wildly successful entrepreneur who realized she’d been outsourcing her wisdom to online experts and how she took her power back. And she explores what it really means to double down on your values—and align every decision, offer, and action with the frequency you want to hold.

If you’re ready to clear out the energy drains, the “shoulds,” and the invisible resistance keeping you stuck, download Christine’s free Business Detox Playbook. It’s designed to meet you where you are, whether you’re letting go of busywork or ready to go deep and name what’s really going on. Get it here.

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Inside the Future of Personalized Medicine for Powerful Women

In this episode of You Are The Magic, Christine sits down with two powerhouse physicians, Dr. Emily Aaron and Dr. Connie Anjoli Desarden, founders of The Aurelian Standard. Both board-certified internal medicine doctors, they left the traditional healthcare system to create a personalized, concierge-style practice where patient care comes first. For women running high-level businesses, this conversation is essential listening — your creativity, leadership, and bold visions depend on vibrant health, and these doctors share how to protect it. From optimizing your energy at every age to little-known preventive screenings that insurance companies don't want you to know about, this episode is packed with powerful, actionable insights.

Christine, Dr. Aaron, and Dr. Desarden dive into how high-achieving women can proactively guard their vitality, longevity, and mental clarity. You'll learn why hydration, sleep, and personalized primary care are critical to sustaining success over the long haul. They reveal how traditional medical models often fail busy entrepreneurs — and why concierge medicine offers a life-changing alternative by getting to the root cause of fatigue, brain fog, and inflammation, instead of just covering symptoms.

Whether you’re scaling your company, writing your next book, or leading a global movement, your health is your greatest asset. In this episode, you’ll discover how to think differently about aging, wellness, and preventive care so you can create decades of vibrant, magnetic work. Plus, Christine and the doctors offer practical strategies for staying energized, managing stress, and taking ownership of your health — even with a packed schedule.

Ready to uplevel your energy and impact? Download The Business Detox Playbook — your free guide to cutting through the chaos and focusing on what truly moves the needle: Get it here.

Connect with Dr. Emily Aaron and Dr. Connie Anjoli Desarden:
🌟 Website: www.theaurelianstandard.com
🌟 Instagram: @theaurelianstandard

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In this inspiring episode of You Are The Magic, we're zooming out to look at the big picture of business growth — and the five key stages every entrepreneur moves through: Grit and Determination, Chaos of Opportunity, Decide and Refine, Expansion, and Repeat. Whether you're just starting out, scaling something extraordinary, or secretly wondering if you’re supposed to level up or give up, this episode will feel like a breath of fresh air. Christine shares real-world stories (including a brilliant breakdown of Shonda Rhimes' career pivot!) and offers powerful insights to help you normalize the messy middle and stay committed to your unique journey.

If you've ever felt overwhelmed by your own success or stuck in the chaos of momentum, you'll love the wisdom packed into this conversation. You'll walk away understanding exactly where you are in the cycle, what questions to ask yourself, and how to move forward with more clarity, confidence, and ease. Remember: building something that works and lasts is rare — and you’re doing it!

✨ Ready to detox your business and reclaim your energy, time, and impact? Grab your free copy of the Business Detox Playbook here. The reality is small, intentional actions (not more hustle) are the secret to extraordinary growth!

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In this potent solo episode, Christine explores one of the most overlooked sources of burnout for high achievers: a lack of endings. Drawing from her personal experience and working with a nervous system expert plus her decades of experience inside hundreds of businesses, she unpacks how “open loops”—unfinished tasks, outdated offers, and unmade decisions—quietly drain your power and overwhelm your system. If you’ve ever felt tired but couldn’t pinpoint why, this episode offers the insight you’ve been missing.

You’ll discover why your brain and body crave the resolution of a true ending, how our culture avoids closure at all costs, and what it really takes to reclaim clarity and energy in your business and life. Christine also shares powerful real-life examples, plus a list of reflection questions to help you identify and gently close your own open loops—without guilt or drama. It’s time to reclaim your energy, complete what’s lingering, and make space for what’s next.

✨ You are the magic. And your energy is sacred.

Reflection Questions from the Episode

Feel free to journal on these or take them with you on your next walk:

• What offers are you still hosting or referencing that no longer reflect your best work?
• Are there client relationships or packages that should have ended—or evolved—a long time ago?
• Are you still trying to grow accounts or platforms just because you started them?
• Are you in memberships, masterminds, or subscriptions you never engage with?
• Are you paying for tools or tech you don’t even use anymore?
• Do you have team roles or contractors you need to shift—or thank and release?
• What habits, systems, or goals are still running simply because they’ve always been there?
• Are there collaborations or side projects you’ve quietly ghosted—without giving yourself or the other person closure?
• How many things are you still trying to do that you don’t even want to do anymore?

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Have you ever felt like you “should” be happy with your life on paper—but your soul whispers that something’s missing? This week on You Are The Magic, Christine welcomes the luminous Nicole Ng Yuen: a former political staffer turned international lawyer, podcast host, and self-development advocate who has mastered the art of the pivot. Nicole’s journey from Parliament Hill in Canada to the halls of Cambridge and the media boardrooms of London is a testament to what’s possible when you follow your inner calling—even when it doesn’t make sense on paper.

Nicole shares her powerful 8-step Pivot Framework, walks us through her free EnvisionAir Life Audit, and reminds us that it's never too late to reinvent your life. Her story is rich with synchronicity, spiritual insight, and strategic wisdom—perfect for anyone feeling stuck or called to something more. Whether you’re navigating a career shift, questioning your path, or simply craving deeper alignment, this episode will reignite your belief in what’s possible.

🎧 Listen now and download Nicole’s free EnvisionAir Life Audit tool here:
👉 Life Audit

✨ Connect with Nicole:

• Website: www.nicolengyuen.com
• Instagram: @nicole_ng_yuen
• YouTube: @nicolengyuen | YouTube

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Is Using AI in Your Business Cheating?

Is using AI in your business cheating—or is it the biggest quantum leap available to entrepreneurs right now?

In this episode, I share how I went from being unimpressed and skeptical of AI to forming a true co-creative partnership with “Chad” (aka ChatGPT). I walk you through the moment everything shifted, how a $27 mega prompt completely changed the way I work with AI, and the specific ways I now use it to support content creation, offer development, and deeper strategic thinking in my business.

We’ll talk about how AI isn’t replacing our creativity—it’s removing friction and amplifying what we’re already here to do. I’ll show you how I use it to brainstorm podcast episodes, repurpose content, write funnel copy, and even coach myself through tricky decisions (yes, really). AI has become a trusted tool in my business, not because it does the work for me, but because it helps me get to the heart of my ideas faster—and that’s priceless.

But this episode goes beyond tools and tactics. I also share my thoughts on where AI is heading and why knowing how to work with it—or choosing not to—will be one of the biggest dividing lines in business and in life. From healthcare to humanitarian efforts to every nook and cranny of daily operations, AI is already transforming our world.

If you’ve been AI-curious, overwhelmed, or just haven’t found your way in yet, I hope this episode encourages you to experiment, explore, and most of all—lead. Because when you use AI intentionally and creatively, it’s not cheating. It’s expansion.

Grab the Mega Prompt That Changed Everything (Only $27) here. (Yes, I will make a little bit of money if you buy this, but my main reason for sharing is that this was the game changer for me!)

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In this episode of You Are the Magic, I sit down with the incredible Katie McKiever, a powerhouse in social media strategy with over 15 years of experience across digital, print, broadcast, and brand journalism. Katie has crafted tens of thousands of social media posts, generating millions of impressions and earned media value—and she’s here to help YOU make social media work simply and effectively for your business.

Katie shares her inspiring journey of not knowing where she fit in professionally—because her future career didn’t even exist yet! From interning at a hip-hop radio station (hint: she got to meet a true hip hop legend) to realizing that her love for media, communication, and connection would one day merge into social media, her story is proof that following your intuition leads to opportunities you never could have predicted.

If you've ever felt overwhelmed by social media, Katie’s 3-2-1-Go Framework is a simple and powerful system to help entrepreneurs, business owners, and personal brands create engaging content without the stress. We also discuss the importance of community in business success, how to embrace your unique gifts, and why storytelling is the most valuable tool in today’s digital landscape.

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Listen now and get ready to transform your social media strategy—without burning out!

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Success doesn’t happen overnight—it builds through consistent effort, unseen momentum, and small wins that stack up over time. In this episode, I share my favorite pep talk about The Cumulative Effect—why your hard work is paying off, even if you can’t see it yet. If you’ve ever felt like your efforts aren’t leading anywhere fast enough, this episode will remind you that every action is a deposit into your future success. From the unseen struggles of icons like Viola Davis to the disciplined training of Olympic athletes, I’ll show you how true success comes from mastery, consistency, and trusting the process—even when progress feels slow.

Reflection Questions:

1. What is one long term goal you're working toward right now? How can you reframe your progress to focus on consistency and mastery? 
2. And to just get you juiced up about this, who's one of your favorite people– a musician, an artist, a writer, an entrepreneur, a climate change expert? What do you think their journey actually looked like behind the scenes, and how does that change your perspective on your own journey?
3.  What small actions are you currently taking that feel pretty insignificant but that could lead to big results over time, and how can you stay committed to those, even when progress feels slow? 
4. If you knew for certain that your current efforts would pay off in a year, how would you show up differently today? 
5.  Where in your life or business have you been measuring progress in days instead of seasons. 
6. How would your mindset shift if you zoomed out and looked at the bigger picture?

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