Sous-chef Michelle Schmill joins us on the podcast today to share her incredible story, which includes growing up in Mexico, leaving home at 18, plenty of grit and resilience, moving to France, pursuing her passion for cooking, navigating burnout and ego deaths—and so much more.
Michelle is an incredibly warm, grounded, inspiring, and creative soul. This conversation will leave you energized to get going on your dreams, or keep carrying on down your path.
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In this episode, Mackenzie sits down with Bonnie Crotzer—dancer, yoga teacher, and founder of The Floss, a new approach to fitness nurturing the fascia through low impact movement for inside-out results.
Bonnie shares how the fascia holds our stories, influences our immune system, and even affects our emotional wellbeing. She explains how fascia flossing works, how it differs from stretching, and how changing your fascia can transform digestion, skin, hair, posture, resilience, and overall vitality.
If you’ve ever wondered how the body really “keeps the score”—and how to actually heal, this episode will blow you away.
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Connect with Bonnie:
TheFloss.com (for 100s of videos, live classes, upcoming somatic course, and training)
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Hi sweets, this episode is all about the pressure that so many (if not everyone at some point in their life) feel to "have their sh*t together."
I've noticed that this is especially profound in those who work in the self-development space, as there's this false narrative that our ego feeds us that we couldn't possibly be a source of support for others if we're not "perfect" yet.
But also, even if you work in any other industry, you've probably felt this too. I sure know that I did back when I was in fashion/fine art/writing—it didn't matter the industry, I felt the need to have a strong veneer.
So, let's unpack that together, right now ♡
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Caroline Wachsmuth joins us to share her story, as well as her wisdom regarding self-healing and intentional living. She speaks to the courage of shedding outdated versions of ourselves, the importance of nurturing friendships, and the wisdom of truly knowing your own body and rhythm. This episode explores how to move beyond society’s prescriptions, find resonance in the places and practices that inspire you, and embrace life as an ongoing process of discovery.
About Caroline
Caroline Wachsmuth is a creative force in the world of conscious beauty and wellness. From founding France’s first certified organic skincare line to authoring her own DIY beauty book, Caroline brings her expertise as a yogi, Reiki master, coach, and massage therapist into every creation. A skincare and fragrance product developer working with brands such as Violette_FR, she infuses healing, artistry, and innovation into everything she does.
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Hi angels, this is a personal story today regarding finances. In this episode, I'll share with you where it all began (in 2017, post-leaving-fashion, insecure, unstable, totally uncertain), to how I took leaps of faith without much money at all, to the reality of the support I received along the way, to the here and now (where my dreams are in tact and I feel safe and financially well). I hope this helps you stay inspired, on your path, and feel less alone.
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Hi angels, this week we're talking about the magic available to us in the every day, connecting to inspiration, and more.
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Romina is one of the dearest souls to me—though I posit she has that effect on most people she meets. Incredibly warm, regulated, and heart-led, she is an inspiration by way of not only business but also how she engages with every aspect of her life.
In this episode, we talk about motherhood, ending relationships with family members, deep emotional and physical healing, creating and maintaining a heart-led business, and, of course, the 'Eat Pray Love' adventure that was a pivotal chapter in Romina's life. This is where she met her beautiful co-founder of New Dawn Bath, Janine, and... well, tune in to hear the rest! x
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Hi angels, today we're talking about honouring the summer heat, slowing down, surrender, and trusting in God's perfect timing. This is for you if you struggle to slow down and honour your body/mind/soul's need for rest, and/or if you're struggling to trust in your own sacred path.
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Hi angels, this episode is recorded in real real time — just a few minutes ago! We start with a bit of a life update, then get into the topic at hand: romanticizing your past. This isn't an inherently bad thing at all. It can be wonderful, beautiful. But it tips into unhealthy waters when your present feels "less than" in comparison to an overly glossed over past. I share this all with stories of my own past (largely, fashion days), as well as a few examples from my coaching work (i.e. romanticizing past relationships with partners, friends, or family).
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In this episode, Mackenzie sits down with self-love coach and energy healer Melanie Rose to explore rebuilding trust in ourselves — an opportunity we are often given via our relationship with our body, or our relationship with our business/money.
Melanie shares her signature 5-part self-love framework, speaks to the nuance of ethical leadership in healing spaces, and reflects on ceremony as the original modality for transformation.
Whether you're navigating a shift in your life, your body, or your purpose, this conversation is a gentle and powerful invitation to come home to yourself.
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Hi angels, in this episode, we're exploring how dogma can subtly infiltrate our spiritual and personal growth journeys—how tools, practices, and routines can be genuinely supportive at times, but also how they can become rigid or performative, disconnecting us from our inner truth.
If you've been feeling disconnected from your intuition, unsure about which spiritual tools still serve you, or overwhelmed by trying to “do it right,” this conversation is for you.
In this powerful episode, Mackenzie sits down with psychotherapist and popular content creator Sarah Dosanjh to explore the intersection of self-trust, binge eating, and personal growth. Sarah shares her personal story with food and emotional regulation, as well as her professional experience in the therapy room with clients.
With an emphasis on nuance, curiosity, and self-compassion, this episode offers insights and practical tips for anyone on a journey back to themselves.
Connect with Sarah:
The Binge Eating Therapist (YouTube)
The Conscious Growth Therapist (YouTube)
Life After Diets (Podcast)
Feelings and Other Inconveniences (Podcast)
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In this nourishing episode, Mackenzie speaks with Grace Williams, a Health & Nutrition Coach who helps ambitious women redefine what success feels like. A former lawyer who knows first-hand the toll high-pressure environments can take, Grace opens up about her personal journey—from burnout and grief to alignment, vitality, and leading a more intentional life.
This conversation unpacks:
Losing connection with your true self, and finding your way back
Grief's impact—and opportunity
The link between safety, confidence and energy
Grace's signature 3-Pillar Method
If you're looking to thrive without sacrificing your ambition, this episode is for you.
Connect with Grace:
Website: www.gdocumented.com
Instagram: @g_documented
*Find her upcoming events, trainings, talks, and pre-recorded workshops via her website or on Instagram.
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Hi angels, in this episode, I'm speaking to you about all the "should's" out there regarding manifesting your dreams. I share the immense beauty has come into my life since dropping the "should's" and tweaking the rules so that they feel true to my unique essence/purpose. I hope this inspires you to reconnect with your sovereignty, your intuition, your North Star.
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If you feel called to embody self-trust, rest, creativity, surrender, faith, presence, but you also kinda wanna control too—and you're exhausted by this struggle, this episode is for you. We discuss how to go about ending the internal war, and how to create space to, alas, embody your desires.
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If you’ve just uplevelled to any degree and you’re now confused as to why you’re feeling so overwhelmed, this one is for you. We talk about why this happens and how to navigate it so you can enjoy this exciting new chapter.
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Alexis Hope speaks to us about the concept of living like an artist, exploring your own unique flavour of creativity, embracing imperfection, charting your own path, and the power of community.
Alexis Hope is a designer, researcher, and community builder who creates tools and spaces that invite creativity, connection, and care. She’s the co-founder of Focused Space, a cozy virtual platform blending body doubling and live facilitated sessions to help members take action on their purpose.
Connect with Alexis:
Focused Space: Free 30 day trial with code AHOPE (25% off post-trial)
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There is so much debate between what modality is best for creating your most aligned life. Is it quantum manifestation or unravelling old stories, as you would in therapy or self-help? Is it about visualizing your future or being grateful for the present? Let's break it all down, reduce overwhelm, and amplify peace.
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Many people grow to become weary of their younger self's lens on life, condemning their hope and inspiration as they slip into cynicism, which may be mistakenly viewed as "becoming more grounded."
In reality though, there is a big difference between groundedness and cynicism. More than that, we can stay connected to our expansive, inspired energy and remain grounded.
In this episode, we’ll discuss:
The difference between being grounded and being cynical.
How cynicism is a defence mechanism.
How to create space for both inspiration and realism.
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Your deepest healing does not come from doing more, but from remembering who you truly are, and embodying her.
In this episode, Human Design Reader and Deconditioning Expert Maike Gabriela shares her personal journey from teenage pop singer, to burnt out entrepreneur, to the aligned and deeply rooted woman she is today.
She speaks candidly about overcoming autoimmune illness, redefining success, and why manifestation isn’t necessarily about making a list.
We explore how Human Design can help you reconnect with your most authentic self by subtracting everything that isn’t you. And Maike offers wisdom on self-responsibility, sovereignty, and deconditioning.
If you’ve felt like you’re doing all the "right things" and still not seeing results, this conversation is a permission slip to stop pushing, and to start leaning into the wisdom already living inside you.
Connect with Maike:
ALIGNED PLUS - Your Personalized HD Course to Start Living Authentically
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