September tested us. In this episode, we get real about the ups and downs of our birth month, from mental health challenges to the grounding wisdom of Bazi astrology. It’s an honest reflection on honoring our born day even when the season feels heavy.
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Elemental Archetypes
– Daoist self-cultivation practices
Yang Face
— Chinese facial tool brand
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In East Asian medicine, hair is more than just a beauty marker—it’s a living reflection of your inner vitality. In this episode, we explore how your hair reveals the state of your Jing, Blood, and Kidney energy, and what changes in color, texture, and growth can tell you about your health and life cycles. From the metaphysics of silver strands to nourishing tips for vitality, discover how your hair tells the story of both your aging and your renewal.
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Elemental Archetypes
– Daoist self-cultivation practices
Yang Face
— Chinese facial tool brand
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Everyone’s flying to Guadalajara for a snatched face—but what if the real facelift is energetic? In this episode, we dive into the rising trend of cosmetic surgery abroad and explore how East Asian medicine and metaphysics offer a radically different approach to beauty, aging, and vitality. Join us as we unpack the deeper layers of the face—both physical and metaphysical.
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Elemental Archetypes
– Daoist self-cultivation practices
Yang Face
— Chinese facial tool brand
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What if the time between peri and post-menopause wasn’t a decline, but a sacred portal? This episode is an eclectic blend of East Asian energetics, sensual empowerment, and a fierce reimagining of age. We talk White Tigress energy, the frequency of fabric, and how to style yourself as a future version of your most magnetic self. Midlife glow-up, but make it multidimensional.
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Elemental Archetypes
– Daoist self-cultivation practices
Yang Face
— Chinese facial tool brand
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In this episode, we explore how our Asian American identities have evolved as we've gotten older — and how the narrative we grew up with no longer fits. We talk about the shifting landscape of what it means to be Asian in America today, especially for women navigating beauty standards, aging, and cultural expectations. It's a conversation about unlearning, reclaiming, and reimagining ourselves beyond the stereotypes.
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Elemental Archetypes
– Daoist self-cultivation practices
Yang Face
— Chinese facial tool brand
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This isn’t your average puberty talk.
We’re talking blood, initiation, and the fire of transformation. From East Asian energetics to our personal menarche stories, this is a powerful reframe of first blood you won’t want to miss.
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Elemental Archetypes
– Daoist self-cultivation practices
Yang Face
— Chinese facial tool brand
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Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussions of sexual violence and domestic violence. Listener discretion is advised. If you or someone you know is experiencing domestic violence, contact the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-7233 or visit thehotline.org for confidential support.
An honest, curious look at how our relationship with social media shifts as we get older. We explore connection, alienation, and the strange metaphysics of the digital world—all with a touch of humor and warmth.
Social media may seem superficial, but there’s something deeper running through it. We talk about the unseen forces—emotional, social, even metaphysical—that keep us tethered to the feed, and to each other.
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Elemental Archetypes
– Daoist self-cultivation practices
Yang Face
— Chinese facial tool brand
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In this episode, we explore the multifaceted journey of midlife as two women entering perimenopause. From navigating the ever-changing landscape of social media to understanding the ancient wisdom of the "second spring," we dive into the experience of perimenopause—its symptoms, emotional shifts, and the profound transformation it brings. We’ll discuss the beauty of aging, self-care rituals, and how cultural perspectives shape our sense of identity during this pivotal stage. Join us as we celebrate the journey of menstrual health, honor the wisdom gained, and look forward to embracing the future with confidence, clarity, and grace.
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Elemental Archetypes
– Daoist self-cultivation practices
Yang Face
— Chinese facial tool brand
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In this episode, we delve into the Year of the Snake—a time of transformation, reflection, and embracing life's rhythms. We explore the cunning nature of the Snake and how its influence can guide us toward deeper understanding of astrology, timing, and the balance between destiny and free will. Discover how the Year of the Snake invites us to learn from relationships, grow personally, and align with our intentions. We also discuss how to navigate the opportunities and challenges this year brings by embracing pleasure, growth, and the wisdom of the Serpent along the way. Tune in to uncover how to make the most of this powerful year.
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– Daoist self-cultivation practices
— Chinese facial tool brand
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In this episode, we dive into the Year of the Dragon, exploring its rich cultural significance and the lessons it offers as we move into 2025's Snake year. We discuss how this powerful symbol can inspire growth, enhance intuition, and improve communication and self-expression. From understanding the complexities of the Dragon’s influence to uncovering the wisdom it brings, we reflect on how these insights can shape our personal and professional lives. Join us as we explore how embracing the Year of the Dragon can lead to profound transformation and deeper connections with ourselves and others.
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– Daoist self-cultivation practices
— Chinese facial tool brand
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In this episode, we dive deep into the transformative power of Snake energy, exploring how it teaches us to embrace complexity in our identity and navigate the depths of our emotions. We discuss the unbothered mindset, shifting perspectives, and the importance of self-acceptance as we journey through change. With the Dragon Year ushering in deconstruction and rebirth, we reflect on the lessons learned from mistakes and the power of transformation. Join us as we uncover the wisdom of embracing the process of becoming, and how to honor the ongoing journey of self-discovery and growth.
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Join us this spooky season as we delve into the fascinating world of ghosts and spirits! In this chilling episode, we share personal ghost stories and explore the significance of spirits in East Asian cultures, including the intriguing concept of hungry ghosts. We’ll discuss how organ donation can influence the spirit world and uncover the subtle forms of possession that can occur in our daily lives.
Tune in to learn how to sense spirits through touch and smell, and discover practical tips for creating sacred spaces that honor these ethereal beings. Whether you’re a skeptic or a believer, this episode promises to spark curiosity and maybe even a few goosebumps. Don’t miss it!
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In this episode of Beauty as a Birthright, we delve into the intersection of Chinese medicine and the journey of birth. We explore the significance of touch practices in healing trauma and its essential role in navigating relationships and family dynamics. We also discuss how the senses can foster connection and support during transformative life events. Tune in for insights on the Dao, and how being in line with your life path has a profound impact on your experiences of birth and beyond!
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In this episode, we explore Paige's journey of personal growth, touching on themes of perfectionism, motherhood, and self-discovery. Paige opens up about finding her voice as a clinician, navigating the "Dark Night of the Soul," and embracing transformation through self-compassion. We also dive into her reflections on control, the shadow side of being a Virgo, and the challenges of practicing vulnerability and receiving.
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In this episode, Tamsin joins the hot seat where she explores patterns in relationships, healing from a decade-old trauma, and the journey of self-discovery. We also delve into the importance of intuition, the influence of our senses, and the grounding power that they both hold. Tune in for an insightful conversation on growth and self-awareness.
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We took an unexpected hiatus but we are back for Season 2! In this episode, we share what happened during the Year of the Rabbit (2023) and where we are today in the Year of the Dragon (2024). We have been learning about the subtle differences between self-worth and self-love, the wounds of being a mother, and the freedom of letting go. We also share the BIG shift in Season 2, and the intimate exploration of beauty as a birthright.
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In this episode, Paige and Tamsin reflect back on the completion of Season I! Tamsin shares her biggest takeaways from the season while Paige uses one word to describe her beauty journey this year. Tamsin explains how others' experiences may or may not influence your own face and beauty, and asks Paige how she has been integrating her body/body image into her beauty story. Both Tamsin and Paige end with a beauty wish moving forward.
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In this episode, Paige and Tamsin reflect on their previous guest episode with Leah Abramson, Ep 25 — Is Beauty Happening for Me? They talk about how plastic surgery influences your Dao, and Tamsin shares an observation between eyebrows in Asia versus the US. Both hosts discuss mixed race beauty inspired by Leah and how it impacts society's changing narrative of beauty. Paige also shares what she feels can often be a distraction and barrier when trying to connect with others. Lastly, Tamsin and Paige chat how they feel intergenerational trauma may affect epigenetics and beauty?
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Leah Abramson (she/her/hers) is an open-hearted soul, Bay Area native, aspiring editorial model, currently located in the Los Angeles community and recent graduate from UCLA with a degree in Gender Studies. Leah comes from a multi-racial background from Russia, Lithuania, Sierra Leone and parts of India. As an aspiring model, diversity coordinator, fashion fanatic, dancer and music lover, Leah is currently detoxing from the madness of her long academic career in hopes to continue her spiritual journey to guide her towards a genuine and creative career path ahead.
In this episode, Leah talks about how she relates to her different ethnic identities in terms of beauty. We hear what it was like growing up in the Bay Area as a mixed race human with freckles. Leah also shares some of the important lessons she has learned about beauty from a gender studies lens. Tamsin asks Paige to weigh in on the culture around race in Hawai'i.
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Mangda Sengvanhpheng is an artist, healing practitioner, and the Founder of BACII. Her life’s work is guided by her Laotian last name, which means “the light of the full moon.” She explores ways of illuminating our fears and bridging the duality of living and dying through her platform, BACII. Additionally, she has been immersed in the mystical and healing arts for over 15 years, and is currently enrolled in New York Zen Center’s Contemplative Care program.
In the episode, Mangda talks about her work as a "death doula" and what it was like growing up mixed-race and multiple cultural in a primarily white-dominant neighborhood. She shares about how her mother's own relationship to beauty had an impact on her ideas of beauty, as well as what she believes is on the other side of death. Tamsin draws a comparison between death in the Western world and Eastern Asian Medicine, and Paige shares her perspective on after-life consciousness.
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Learn more about Mandga's work and why we need death doulas here. See and sign up for Mangda's upcoming workshop here. Follow Mangda on Instagram @_bacii Elemental Archetypes – Daoist self-cultivation practices Yang Face — Chinese facial tool line honoring Chinese culture and tradition
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