Authentic with Marlowe Lenard

The Power of Shadow Work to Create Inspired Delusions feat. Olivia Rose Thomas and Kayma Wolday

In episode 24 of Authentic with Marlowe Lenard, Marlowe welcomes Kayma Wolday and Olivia Rose Thomas, co-hosts of Inspired Delusions, to discuss shadow work, authenticity, and self-discovery. Kayma and Olivia discuss how they left traditional careers to recognize what they want, rewire their mindsets, and regulate their nervous systems.   Trusting the universe requires you to be authentic. One of the key elements of trusting the universe is the willingness to be open to its guidance. Olivia shares her journey from skepticism to belief, highlighting how she began to ask the universe for help and set intentions. Kayma explains how she has faced moments of anxiety, and she had to remind herself that her beliefs are not the same as those around her, and she has to keep reminding herself of the power and truth of her delusions and goals.   On Authentic with Marlowe Lenard, Kayma Wolday and Olivia Rose Thomse, hosts of Immspired Delusions, introduce their 3R formula—Recognize, Rewire, and Regulate—as a practical approach to personal development. 1. Recognize: This first step involves becoming aware of limiting beliefs and understanding what one truly desires. Engaging in shadow work is a crucial part of this process, as it helps individuals identify the hidden aspects of themselves that may be holding them back. 2. Rewire: Once individuals recognize their limiting beliefs, the next step is to rewire their subconscious mind. This involves challenging old narratives and replacing them with empowering beliefs that align with one's goals. 3. Regulate: The final step focuses on regulating the nervous system to release old beliefs and embrace new ones. This can involve practices such as mindfulness, meditation, or other techniques that promote emotional balance.   By following the 3R formula, Recognize, Rewire, and Regulate, and embracing shadow work and navigating challenges with a growth mindset, you can embark on a journey of self-discovery, healing, and ultimately leading to a more authentic life.    This episode is produced by Skip The Boring Stuff [https://www.skiptheboringstuff.com/], a podcast strategy company for business owners and creatives.

From Corporate Collaboration to Authentic Creative Freedom feat. Britt Roman

Deciding to leave a corporate job can be daunting, but it can also serve as a launchpad for personal growth. In Episode 23 of Authentic with Marlowe Lenard, Marlowe connects with a former colleague, Britt Roman, who reflects on her career in Corporate America, particularly at Aerie, and why she leaped into entrepreneurship.  Britt has always enjoyed fashion. However, she merged her mathematics college degree with her creativity and worked in Corporate Retail Merchandising for 15 years. However, when Britt realized that she wanted more from her life, she had to make a significant decision: remain comfortable and follow the plan, or take a leap and write her own plan? Britt Roman chose to jump! After moving to Dallas with her husband, Britt found peace and began thrifting and shopping for gently loved clothing that she could style. Britt Roman created the online storefront, "Tribute to My Closet, [https://tributetomycloset.com/]" where she sells clothing and will curate items specifically for you as a tribute to your closet. These “Tribute Bundles” enable you to share your event or motivation for shopping and receive a 100% customized set of looks that cannot be found anywhere else.   On Authentic with Marlowe Lenard, Britt explains the serendipitous meeting with Carol, a fellow thrifter, and how this new friendship allowed her to truly appreciate the community aspect of thrifting and. refreshing your wardrobe with timeless, vintage pieces.  Your style is uniquely yours, and it deserves more than fast fashion. Britt Roman urges you to see thrifting, secondhand shopping, and entrepreneurship as empowering, as you pay tribute to your closet. This episode is produced by Skip The Boring Stuff [https://www.skiptheboringstuff.com/], a podcast strategy company for business owners and creatives.

Breath as a Gateway: Discovering the Power of Mind and Energy feat. Raj Khedun

Breathing is not just a biological function; it's a gateway to our potential!  In Episode 22 of Authentic with Marlowe Lenard, Marlowe speaks with Raj Khedun about the profound impact of breathing and mindfulness on the personal journey of being more authentic. Raj emphasizes that our breath is not just a physiological function; it is a vital connection to the universe and our inner selves. Raj discusses breathwork and guides Marlowe through a session of what he calls the 3/3 Breathing Method. Focusing on our breath allows us to shift from a state of stress and anxiety (sympathetic nervous system) to a state of relaxation and healing (parasympathetic nervous system). This transition is crucial for maintaining mental clarity and emotional balance. Everyone in the audience is encouraged to follow along with the one-minute session.  Visit Keep Fit Kingdom [https://keepfitkingdom.com/] to discover additional breathing tools, trainings, and courses from Raj and the Keep Fit Kingdom team. The journey to authenticity is ongoing, requiring continuous self-reflection, and a commitment to personal growth.   This episode also dives into the value of gratitutde, the concept of life force, and mind power are overlooked and deeply important in life. As Raj eloquently states, "It's our responsibility to live in such a way that helps us to remind ourselves of that joy, that bliss constantly, all day, every day." Gratitude helps remind us of the joys and bliss of life. This episode is produced by Skip The Boring Stuff [https://www.skiptheboringstuff.com/], a podcast strategy company for business owners and creatives.

Who do the stars say you are? Exploring birth charts with astrologer Jim Ventura

Do you know your sun sign? Maybe you know your moon and rising signs? What about which planets were fighting in the sixth house on the day you were born? This is not a pop quiz, but an invitation to learn more about yourself with a birth chart reading. Why? Because depending on the time of birth, country of birth, and alignment of planets, two people born on the same day could have wildly different charts (although the same sun sign). In episode 21 of Authentic with Marlowe Lenard, Marlowe welcomes Jim Ventura to the podcast. Jim is an astrologer, spiritual guide, and student of various spiritual practices. He also always knew that he was “a little different” and learned not to discuss his spiritual gifts while growing up in a strict Catholic household. As an adult, Jim would read tarot for friends and was eventually encouraged to charge for sharing his gifts. If you think you know a Gemini (Marlowe is a Gemini), think again. Because astrology is much more than the sun sign, which Jim describes as the “clothing on top of the other placements.” This fascinating episode might even inspire you to receive your birth chart. Email Jim Ventura for additional details: venturasag@yahoo.com [venturasag@yahoo.com]. [venturasag@yahoo.com] Visit Jim's website [https://jimventura.com/index.html] for additional details.  This episode delves into how understanding astrology and numerology will allow you to better under what is happening in your life and the lives of others. Although Marlowe has had a birth chart reading before, she explains how she will continue to enjoy them because the translation is always different, because the speaker is different. Additionally, there are Eastern and Western astrology preferences, as well as Eastern and Western medicine and feng shui practices.  This episode is produced by Skip The Boring Stuff [https://www.skiptheboringstuff.com/], a podcast strategy company for business owners and creatives.

Fashion, Authenticity, and the Magic of Self-Expression feat. Todd Gano

If you've ever wanted to experience a live tarot card reading, today is your magical day! In Episode 20 of Authentic with Marlowe Lenard, Marlowe is speaking with Todd Gano about his retail career, spirituality, and why clothing is a way of communicating who we are without uttering a word.  Todd shares his journey from attending art college to working at American Eagle and now at Abercrombie & Fitch, highlighting how his experiences in retail have shaped his understanding of fashion. He describes how fashion allows people to communicate their identity and how taking five minutes to reflect on how you feel, then expressing that through your clothing, is a form of meditation.  Both Marlowe and Todd discuss the importance of confidence in fashion and makeup choices. Todd reflects on his past experiences in a small town, where he felt pressured to conform to societal norms and not express himself as colorfully as he would have liked. Currently, Todd embraces his creative side, which led him to choose a career that is not traditionally creative, such as graphic or clothing design, allowing him to express his creativity on his terms.  In this episode, Todd offers a live tarot card reading to Marlowe. What’s fascinating about Todd’s approach to tarot is that Todd does not ask people to share their situation, but instead allows the cards to convey the message. Todd pulls five cards and shares them with Marlowe, who then determines how the meaning of each card applies to her life.  This episode demonstrates that the journey toward authenticity is not only a personal endeavor but also a means of defining oneself and building confidence. Todd Gano utilizes colors, patterns, and spirituality to find additional ways to express himself.  This episode is produced by Skip The Boring Stuff [https://www.skiptheboringstuff.com/], a podcast strategy company for business owners and creatives.