In this episode, we explore: Results of our own relaxation quiz Different types of relaxation: sensory, visualization, creative, muscleWhy it’s important to take time away from our daily routinesPersonal experiences of taking a break and its impact on our well-beingThe number one thing people need for their well-being - and whyHow lack of sleep impacts our healthTips for improving sleep qualityPractical tips for incorporating relaxation into your routineReal women, Real talk!

In this episode, we explore: Tipping fast facts by stateThe new normal of tipping & ‘tipflation’The role of guilt tipping Technology’s impact on tipping (ex: pre-entered tip screens)The role of the pandemic in Guilt TippingOur own personal tipping philosophyTipping differences between men and womenTipping expectations: have we gone too far?Real women, Real talk!

In this episode, we explore: The results of our own intuition quizWhat is intuition and who has it?Our personal experiences with intuition Intuition vs. LogicThe intelligence of intuition Intuition and that ‘energy in the room’Real women, Real talk!

In this episode, we explore: The results of our own organization quizUndiagnosed and misdiagnosed ADHD in womenPersonality types and their impact on organizationTips for home and office organizationDigital organization toolsEstablishing an organizational routineSetting boundaries to stay on trackReal women, Real talk!

In this episode, we explore: The results of our own self-esteem quiz The definition of self-confidenceCommon confidence challenges for womenWays to achieve a healthier self-esteemHow confidence is impacted by ageAre we born with confidence?Real women, Real talk!

In this episode, we explore: Unpacking our self-care styleThe definition and aspects of self-careHow to achieve self-careWhat happens when you don’t engage in self-careOur favorite ways to care for ourselvesWhy women often neglect self-careWhat happens when you neglect yourselfHow self-care turned the tables for one well-known celebrityReal women, Real talk!

Vixen and I talk about a taboo topic for most ladies… intimacy and sex! In this episode, we explore: The results of our intimacy pollThe differences between intimacy and sexCommon challenges couples face in maintaining intimacy over timeStrategies for overcoming intimacy obstaclesHow having children affect the the relationship, especially in the bedroomLessons learned from previous relationships Casual sex: how women and men are perceived differentlyReal women, Real talk!

Today we are talking about social media and its impact on our health and well-being! In this episode, we share: The results of our poll of how social media impacts women’s healthOur individual experiences with social media and our well-beingWhy we showcase our best selves on social mediaHow the internet has changed over timeA comparison of life before (and after) the internetKey insights from Brené Brown's podcast on Social Media, Morale Outrage, and PolarizationUplifting experiences as...

Today, we're talking about something that I believe a lot of us have experienced and may even be experiencing now – Burnout! In this episode, we share: Our individual experiences with burnoutDefining burnout and how it differs from stress or fatigueCommon signs and symptoms of burnoutGender-related factors that contribute to burnout Effective self-care strategies tailored to women to prevent and alleviate burnoutHow women prioritize self-care while balancing various roles and respo...

Welcome to Season 2 of the #LightHerProject podcast! With this new season, we are excited to be a little more bold. Vixen and I plan to speak our truth. We have different viewpoints, but we are respectful of each other and I hope that our truth and our variety will resonate with all of our listeners. Today, we're diving straight into the depths of personality with a topic that's sure to spark intrigue: Introverts vs. Extroverts. In this episode, we discuss: Our individual personality te...

My friend and podcast co-host Vixen Divine discuss the topic of non-surgical beauty and figure fixes! This is our final episode of Season 1 of the #LightHerProject podcast. We selected this subject because our very first episode, on body image, was our most popular one! In this episode, we discuss: The pros and cons of non-surgical solutionsThe limitations of cosmetic surgeryNon-surgical options for common skin and body challenges How to deciphering beauty scams vs. real solutions T...

My friend and podcast co-host Vixen Divine discuss the topic of respect. In this episode, we share: - Our personal experiences as it relates to respect - The impact of respect on relationships - Tactics for gaining respect from others - The importance of setting boundaries - How the remote work environment impacts how we show up - Navigating special circumstances that poses challenges - Is respect earned or is respect given? - How leaders gain respect Real women, Real talk!

My friend and podcast co-host Vixen Divine welcome a special guest, Deena Rabideau! The three of us discuss the topic of making a fresh start. In this episode, we discuss: Our personal experiences starting over and what we’ve learned from that processHow to know when it’s time to make a fresh startWays to keep your core identity in place during a life transitionHow to keep a positive mindset when handling unplanned changesFive things to remember when you’re starting overReal women, Real talk!

My friend and podcast co-host Vixen Divine discuss the topic of adult bullying. In this episode, we discuss: Our personal experiences with adult bullyingHow to handle an adult bully, especially in cases where the bully is a family member or coworkerThe distinction between bullying and someone ‘trying to be funny’ Online bullying and the troll syndrome Safeguards to prevent cancel culture from turning into a vehicle for bullyingTips for confronting someone who is displaying bul...

My friend and podcast co-host Vixen Divine discuss the topic of childhood bullying. In this episode, we discuss: Our personal experiences with childhood bullyingHandling a child bully, if your child is the aggressorAdvising children on how to respond to bulliesBullying differences by genderRelational aggression, emotional bullying, and the ‘mean girl’ phenomenon The role of technology in bullying and the advent of cyberbullying Social media’s impact on teenagers Censoring...

My friend and podcast co-host Vixen Divine discuss the topic of navigating Gender Disparities in the Workplace. We welcome guest Jessica Boozel, who shares her insight on the subject in this robust conversation. In this episode, we discuss: Assumptions made about gender in the workplace The role of imposter syndrome as a woman in a male-dominated fieldThe differences working in a male-dominated vs. female-dominated workplacePay disparity between gendersThe impact of working in a remotely...

My friend and podcast co-host Vixen Divine talks with me on the topic of how to maintain a positive outlook during challenging times. We are experiencing trying times right now. We have a worsening economy, inflation, wars, worker shortages, and rising healthcare costs - not to mention all of the other things that happen in life that affect each of us personally. In this episode, we discuss: Costs through the years including minimum wage when Vixen and I started working and housing cost...

My friend and podcast co-host Vixen Divine talks with me on the topic of entrepreneurship! Did you know? In 1972, there were around 400,000 women-owned businesses. Today, there are over 13 million! In this episode, we discuss: Our entrepreneurial origin stories Deciding when it’s time to hire (or not hire)The pros and cons of being an entrepreneurThe most difficult aspect of running your own showAdvice we would give to someone just starting outWhat we’ve learned about leadershipPerspecti...

Co-hosts Rachel Strella and Vixen Divine discuss mentorship! In this episode, we explore: How to find a mentorThe characteristics of a good mentorAdvice from our own mentorsMentorship from the perspective of both mentor and menteeThe difference between a mentor and a coachTrends in mentorshipReal women, Real talk!

Co-hosts Rachel Strella and Vixen Divine discuss time management. In this episode, we explore: Why some people are better at time management than othersHow to keep from feeling like you’re drowning Procrastination: it’s root cause as well as its advantages and disadvantages Personality types and how they affect time managementTips for time management, regardless of your personality and upbringingThe responsibilities of women and how they impact time managementTime blindn...