Your Heart is Calling

Today’s episode is a personal reflection inspired by my dogs’ 7th birthday.

What started as a tribute turned into something deeper — a story about unconditional love, freedom, and the subtle ways our external world mirrors our internal patterns.

In this episode, I share how I uncovered a hidden belief around being needed, how that pattern showed up in both life and business, and how shifting it changed everything.

At its core, this conversation is about untangling your worth from what you do — and discovering that real freedom comes from learning to hold yourself with compassion, no matter what.

If you’ve ever tied your identity to performance, responsibility, or proving your value, this one’s for you.

In this episode, I’m joined by my friend and fellow coach, Dajana Novak, for a grounded conversation about safety, nervous system regulation, and self-trust.

We explore how feeling safe in your body impacts the way you make decisions, navigate change, travel, and move through uncertainty. We talk about why pushing through fear often backfires, how regulation expands your capacity to handle life, and what it really means to come back to yourself — again and again.

This conversation is especially for you if you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by the unknown or curious about building a deeper sense of inner stability that doesn’t rely on external circumstances.

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In this episode of Your Heart Is Calling, Jenny shares an honest look at what it really takes to believe that what you want is possible—especially when no one around you has done it before. She opens up about patterns she's uncovered in her own journey, including the quiet doubts and old narratives that sometimes hold her back.

We’ll talk about:

• Why it can feel scary to want something bigger than what you’ve known

• How unconscious beliefs (often inherited) shape what we think is possible

• Simple ways to start questioning the stories that keep you playing small

If there’s a whisper inside you that wants more, this conversation will encourage you to honor it—little by little, one step at a time.

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Jenny returns to Your Heart is Calling after a year-long break, sharing what’s been happening behind the scenes and what’s next for the podcast. In this episode, she talks about navigating the creative process, building momentum again, and staying connected to authenticity and self-compassion. She also outlines some of the themes she’ll be exploring in future episodes—like inner clarity, healing, and taking aligned action in both life and work.

In this episode of 'Your Heart is Calling,' host Jenny Ostoj reflects on the personal and professional transitions she has experienced, symbolized through various synchronicities in her life. From the story of her industrial Juki sewing machine that fueled her handmade dog wear business, to a nerve-wracking trip on the Road to Hana which paralleled her own career crossroads, Jenny shares the lessons learned along the way. She discusses the importance of listening to one's heart, letting go of past ventures, and the insights she's gained from seemingly everyday events and objects. This episode is an exploration of trust, change, and seeing life full of meaningful moments.

01:00 A New Beginning for the Podcast

02:07 The Story of My Sewing Machine

07:05 The Road to Hana: A Metaphor for Life's Journey

14:35 Synchronicities and Signs from the Universe

18:39 Letting Go and Moving On

20:41 Conclusion and Reflections

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In the latest episode of "Your Heart is Calling," Jenny addresses a common challenge many of us face: dealing with an overactive mind. She shares practical strategies to help calm and refocus anxious energy, offering ways to slow down racing thoughts.  She dives into mindfulness, journaling, being present during daily activities, exercising, and the benefits of connecting with nature. The episode also covers the benefits of breath work, EFT tapping, and scheduling worry time.

00:00 Introduction to Calming an Overactive Mind

00:37 Understanding Mindfulness

01:35 Journaling for Mindfulness

02:03 Mindfulness in Daily Activities

03:42 The Power of Movement and Nature

05:07 Breath work

05:53 EFT Tapping Explained

07:35 Scheduling Time for Worrying

09:05 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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Welcome to another episode of "Your Heart is Calling," where host Jenny Ostoj delves into the meanings behind common spirituality buzzwords. If you've ever felt lost or confused by terms like mindfulness, embodiment, energy healing, and intuition, this episode is for you. Jenny breaks down these concepts, explaining their significance and how they can help you lead a more intentional, heart-centered life. Whether you're new to these ideas or looking to deepen your understanding, join me for a thoughtful exploration of spirituality and personal growth.

00:00 Introduction to Spirituality Buzzwords

00:26 Understanding Mindfulness

01:28 Exploring Embodiment

02:42 The Power of Energy Healing

04:14 Tapping into Intuition

06:01 Inner Child Work Explained

07:48 Manifestation and Mindset

10:11 The Importance of Grounding

11:18 Delving into Shadow Work

12:27 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

In this episode of 'Your Heart is Calling,' host Jenny talks about embodiment and how it can play a part in personal growth and wellness. Jenny discusses how getting in tune with one's body through practices like heart space breathing, dance, and art can lead to a deeper level of healing and awareness. She shares her journey of discovering embodiment as the missing link in her healing process and offers insights and activities that can help others connect with their bodies to tap into intuition and work through stress.

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Show Notes

00:00 Welcome and Introduction to Heart-Centered Living

00:55 Exploring Embodiment: A Journey to Personal Growth

03:21 Embodiment Practices: Heart Space Breathing and Dance

09:22 Expanding Embodiment Through Art and Nature

11:52 Closing Thoughts and Encouragement

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In this episode of Your Heart Is Calling, I'll explore how the potent energies of the recent eclipses and Mercury retrograde can impact your life and how to harness these forces for growth and better understanding. We'll delve into not just the what, but also my "why" —revealing my core motivations behind fostering community and deeper soul connections.

This week on the podcast, I discuss the important practice of letting go of what is no longer serving you. I provide a few ideas and tips for the release process.

These simple yet profound ways will help clear your path and make room for the new, empowering you to live more authentically and aligned with your true self.

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