Your Hell Yes Life™

In this episode: Join me as I sit down with the inspiring Julie Steelman as she shares her many unique experiences with observing and photographing wild animals in their natural habitat and how it has helped her develop her "wild instinct" to navigate life's tough situations. From observing the behavior of cats to understanding the complexities of human nature, this episode will have you feeling more in tune with the natural world and yourself.

Julie Steelman: www.juliesteelman.com

Julie Steelman is a woman who is living an epic life of adventure and purpose. She's a wildlife activist and photographer who captures the beauty and power of nature and animals in her award-winning photos. She's explored wild places and walked with apex predators following her childhood dreams. She's a former corporate executive who retired at 47 with financial freedom and now has a business supporting women to build thriving businesses so they can create purposeful and profitable lives on their terms.

Timestamps:

[00:01:28] Julie shares her passion for the natural world, aims to tell stories while capturing critically endangered animals.

[00:03:10] Cheetah mom in South Africa raises eight cubs, showcasing survival.

[00:09:26] Wild instinct learned from cats helped navigate difficult situations.

[00:18:46] Bears and sharks are not as dangerous as Hollywood portrays them. Humans should have respect and understanding for animals.

[00:22:18] Check fear level, identify needs and seek self-leadership to feel safe.

[00:28:54] Julie reflects on a lesson learned from her husband's unexpected death, and how her ability to experience emotions is tied to her connection with animals and photography.

[00:34:33] Women need to learn from big cats and be less competitive, embracing a new wave of feminine power for a better economy and society.

[00:43:02] Valuing realness and prioritizing vision over discomfort, inspired by African women.

[00:49:54] Develop intuition with an idea to attune to nature as a way to improve it.

Quotes:

"Does the level of fear I feel match the situation? That's where I start and then I start unpacking from there."

"There's a need for a new feminine model and that everybody's really needing something different to support them physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually." Julie

"You have to become really attuned to your system and how you know what you know and stop questioning it, because it will be a disruptor, it won't look like the norm, and it will have a whole lot of audacity that you might feel a little scared to lean into." Julie

"We all have a different view of what a hell yes life is. But if you're having this feeling and you're letting yourself actually feel it, not get stuck there forever... To me, that is a big old hell yes out loud." Zya

"It's everybody's unique flavor. There is no one hell yes life." Zya

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Young and old, don't we all need the same lessons to be brave and bold? In this episode of “Your Hell Yes Life”, we talk to Lindsay Kauffman,founder of Girls Unite, a girls' soccer club. She shares the life lessons that she teaches at her club that we all need at any age: take up more space, stop apologizing, take risks and act before you are ready. We also discover how to overcome our fear of failure, celebrate our wins, embrace diversity and support each other along the way. Tune in for an inspiring conversation that will motivate you to live your best “hell yes” life!

Lindsay Kauffman https://girlsunite.org

Lindsay knows who she is and shows up fully as herself in any situation. She believes in living life authentically and outside the constraints and expcectations of mainstream society. She is the founder of Girls Unite, a soccer club that empowers girls of all ages to be confident, strong, and joyful through soccer. Girls Unite serves hundreds of girls from different backgrounds and goals and provides them with a supportive and inspiring environment to grow and thrive.

Lindsay is also one of the few female members of the Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence, a fabulous and fun queer organization that promotes human rights, diversity, and community service. Lindsay is an inspiration with wisdom we all need to hear.

Quotes

"I am the person in the room who's kicking and screaming and beating down pots and pans to be heard because so often, too often, women and girls are not heard or their needs are not considered." - Lindsay

"I do think that us living as a hell yes life is a form of activism." - Lindsay

"All along the way, I have just given myself permission." - Lindsay

Timestamps

[00:04:14] Lindsay takes big leaps, gives helself permission to try new things, and finds reward in overcoming challenges.

[00:07:26] Celebrate achievements & impact, promote "bragging," Girls Unite origins.

[00:13:02] Sports teaches important lessons in a clever way; failure is not the worst thing, and we should seek it. The question should be "What would you do if you knew you could succeed?"

[00:14:30] Girls trained to over-apologize; encourage living in the moment.

[00:19:43] Encourage girls to play tough in sports.

[00:21:34] Take up space, repair hurt, don't shrink or apologize unnecessarily. Speak truth and don't be contained by expectations.

[00:25:21] Progress being made for women's sports, but access and inclusivity still lacking for girls of color and marginalized groups.

[00:30:26] Women need to support and not compete with each other.

[00:35:56] Support network helps with daily fears and self-doubt.

[00:40:39] Don't give up. Choose a path of activism and support that suits you. Don't feel guilty about not taking on the whole system. Starting a business can feel overwhelming, but keep going.

[00:45:29] Enjoy each step, don't limit future possibilities, be open to unexpected opportunities.

Join Your Hell Yes Life trailblazing movement Thank you so much for tuning in for this episode of Your Hell Yes Life with host Zya Be, the podcast dedicated to inspiring women to follow their desires and intuition to become a hell yes trailblazer and create a life that lights them up. If you got something out of this episode, please subscribe to the show on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and leave a review. Don’t forget to follow me on Instagram @yourhellyeslife and share your favorite episodes across social media. And remember, stay brave and true to your hell yes!

Tired of feeling like you're too busy to pursue your dreams? Guest Leeanne Brennan shares how she simplified her creative practice and achieved success by taking small, manageable steps. From meditation as a path of inspiration to prioritizing personal projects, Leeanne offers practical tips for creating your own "hell yes" life. Discover how impactful small steps can be, and learn how to take the pressure off and have fun while pursuing big goals. Join host Za Be and Leeanne Brennan on this inspiring journey towards achieving your goals, no matter how chaotic life may seem.

Leeanne Brennan www.epicbones.com

Leeanne is brilliant artist and mindset & accountability coach for creatives. She is also the mom to 2 young children and she created her whole business as a new mom while not sacrificing sleep or time with her family.

At Hell Yes Life we like crushing myths and stories that hold people back. Leeanne’s life and business are a testament to the fact that it is possible to make massive progress little by little. Her wisdom and approach are brilliant for anyone.

Timestamps

[00:01:00] Leeanne found her way back to creativity after becoming a stay at home mom

[00:08:39] She discovered spirituality through a women's circle, started doing personal development work, leading to a journey of creative projects ultimately, lowering the stakes and starting smaller.

[00:14:53] Belief in alternate realities, it's on you, do the work, trust yourself, ask for what you want and take steps towards it.

[00:18:43] Leeanne simplified creative style to fit her lifestyle, uses rules for easy productivity and executes in quick hits.

[00:24:58] Starting a business was daunting, so she focused on one task at a time.

[00:29:29] Avoid putting pressure on your business. Be happy in discomfort and work around it. Enjoy the process and trust that it will work.

[00:33:07] Artist creating a Money Mindset card deck and running a creative accountability program through www.epicbones.com. Excited about current and upcoming projects.

[00:35:11] Creating brings energy and purpose to life, even in small amounts of time. It's fulfilling to finish projects and feels empowering.

Join Your Hell Yes Life trailblazing movement Thank you so much for tuning in for this episode of Your Hell Yes Life with host Zya Be, the podcast dedicated to inspiring women to follow their desires and intuition to become a hell yes trailblazer and create a life that lights them up. If you got something out of this episode, please subscribe to the show on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and leave a review. Don’t forget to follow me on IG @yourhellyeslife and share your favorite episodes across social media. Remember, stay brave and true to your hell yes!

Do you dream of doing something bigger with your life? In this podcast, we explore the inner journey, trust and confidence in bringing a personal project to the world. We also discuss connection to nature and the universe to gain wisdom, ideas and a sense of belonging. We need all women's voices and creations in the world now. Join us to get inspired and explore this journey of self-discovery and self-expression!

Jeska Onderwater www.jeskaonderwater.com

Jeska is a musical wonder who does it all. She writes, sings and produces her own albums without the help of a record label or a manager. Her songs are magical and captivating, reaching fans across the globe who resonate with her authentic and expressive voice. Jeska is not only a talented artist, but also a role model for anyone who wants to pursue their dreams and passions. In this podcast, she reveals how she built her career from scratch, how she taps into her feelings and intuition, and how she faces the unknown and the unexpected with a positive attitude. Tune in and get ready for a journey that will inspire you and ignite your creativity.

Timestamps:[00:05:45] Creating is an emotional process. The process often leads to a new understanding of oneself and their art.

[00:08:56] Create space for reflection to connect with oneself. Avoid seeing creating space as another task and rather as an opportunity.

[00:11:56] The inspiration and title for Jeska's latest album came to her in a dream. The creation process is intuitive and songs have their own spirit.

[00:19:41] Asking for and receiving help is connected to your sense of worthiness.

[00:22:09] Get creative with your passions to make income, women's art is important, share your gifts with the world.

[00:26:37] Access body wisdom through practices like dance, somatic therapy, and painting.

[00:30:54] Find calm and a sense of homecoming in nature. We are not separate from nature. Like nature we have different rhythms and seasons.

[00:39:23] Letting go of fear and control leads to peace and growth.

[00:42:12] Allowing is a more easeful way of approaching life.

[00:45:33] Discard societal expectations, be true to yourself, express yourself fully.

Join Your Hell Yes Life trailblazing movementThank you so much for tuning in for this episode of Your Hell Yes Life with host Zya Be, the podcast dedicated to inspiring women to follow their desires and intuition to become a hell yes trailblazer and create a life that lights them up. If you got something out of this episode, please subscribe to the show on Apple Podcasts or Spotify and leave a review. Don’t forget to follow me on Instagram @yourhellyeslife and share your favorite episodes across social media. And remember, stay brave and true to your hell yes!