What Happened When I Finally Said “Yes” to God | Ep 16

What Happened When I Finally Said “Yes” to God | Ep 16

What happens when you spend years running from the voice that knows exactly who you're meant to be? Darryll Stinson shares his journey from childhood faith and a powerful spiritual experience at age nine to years of identity struggles, addiction, depression, and ultimately a psychiatric hospital stay that changed everything. Darryll opens up about ignoring his inner calling, chasing external validation, losing himself in performance, and the moment he finally surrendered. This conversation explores purpose, faith, identity, healing, personal responsibility, and courage. It's a powerful reminder that the answers we seek are often already inside us waiting for us to stop running and start listening. Quote: “When we're misaligned from our purpose, we have to ignore the voice within.” Chapters:  04:00 – Running From Purpose and Identity  09:00 – Addiction, Depression & Hitting Rock Bottom  14:00 – The Moment He Finally Said “Yes”  18:00 – Discovering His Calling as a Speaker  22:00 – Why So Many People Ignore Their Inner Voice  28:00 – Taking Responsibility for Your Life and Story https://jenaks.com/ My Book: Your Body is Speaking [https://yourbodyisspeaking.org/] IG: https://www.instagram.com/jen_aks/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/jennferaks YT: https://www.youtube.com/@jen_aks LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenaks/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jen_aks  🎵 Music by Max Lilivois @prd.maxxell ✨ If this episode made you see your body and your brain in a new way, share it with someone who needs the science behind the wisdom. Sometimes that’s the permission people are waiting for.

You Can’t Pour From an Empty Cup | Ep 15

Motherhood doesn’t have to feel like survival mode. In this powerful conversation, Brooke Harmer shares her journey from resentment, exhaustion, and an eating disorder to becoming a trusted voice in maternal health and nutrition. Brooke explains why so many moms feel depleted, how nourishment impacts everything from mood to spiritual connection, and why taking care of yourself is one of the greatest gifts you can give your family. This episode is a heartfelt reminder that thriving motherhood starts with nourishing yourself first. Quote: “It’s my job to determine the feeling in our home.” Chapters  05:00 – From Resentment to Responsibility  09:00 – Listening to God and Trusting Your Inner Wisdom  24:00 – Feeling Seen  30:00 – Why Moms Need to Eat More, Not Less  34:00 – Nourishment, Motherhood & Leading Your Family Well https://jenaks.com/ My Book: Your Body is Speaking [https://yourbodyisspeaking.org/] IG: https://www.instagram.com/jen_aks/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/jennferaks YT: https://www.youtube.com/@jen_aks LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenaks/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jen_aks  🎵 Music by Max Lilivois @prd.maxxell ✨ If this episode made you see your body and your brain in a new way, share it with someone who needs the science behind the wisdom. Sometimes that’s the permission people are waiting for.

The Hidden Patterns Running Your Life | Ep 14

What if the biggest thing holding you back is something you can’t even see? In this powerful conversation, shadow work expert Junie Moon shares how she transformed decades of self-doubt, body shame, people-pleasing, and unhealthy relationship patterns into a life filled with confidence, purpose, love, and freedom. Discover how hidden beliefs shape our decisions, how to recognize the patterns running your life, and why healing your shadow can unlock the future you’ve been searching for. Quote: “We all have something to offer. It’s about having the courage to listen and take action.” Chapters  04:15 – The Marriage That Changed Everything  08:12 – How Hidden Patterns Control Our Lives  12:00 – Finding Love After Healing Yourself  18:00 – Why It’s More Painful to Avoid Your Shadows  23:15 – The Documentary That Changed Thousands of Lives  28:00 – Turning Your Pain Into Purpose https://jenaks.com/ My Book: Your Body is Speaking [https://yourbodyisspeaking.org/] IG: https://www.instagram.com/jen_aks/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/jennferaks YT: https://www.youtube.com/@jen_aks LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenaks/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jen_aks  🎵 Music by Max Lilivois @prd.maxxell ✨ If this episode made you see your body and your brain in a new way, share it with someone who needs the science behind the wisdom. Sometimes that’s the permission people are waiting for.

She Followed Her Intuition & Changed Her Entire Life | Ep 13

Sara Elaz shares her incredible journey from competitive dancer and physics student to breakout bassist and live performer. In this deeply inspiring conversation, she opens up about identity, intuition, authenticity, creativity, and learning how to trust the wisdom within. From navigating rigid academic spaces to discovering freedom through movement and music, Sara explains how following energy, instinct, and embodiment completely transformed her life and career. Chapters  05:30 – Physics, Movement & The Study of Existence  10:00 – Leaving Dance & Finding Herself Through Music  21:30 – Riding the Waves of Life & Trusting Intuition  24:00 – The Pandemic & Teaching Herself Bass  30:00 – Dance, Groove & Somatic Intelligence  36:00 – Why Authenticity Creates Real Freedom  40:00 – Creativity, Flow State & Following the Energy Quote: “If you’re thinking, you’re not playing.” https://jenaks.com/ My Book: Your Body is Speaking [https://yourbodyisspeaking.org/] IG: https://www.instagram.com/jen_aks/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/jennferaks YT: https://www.youtube.com/@jen_aks LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenaks/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jen_aks  🎵 Music by Max Lilivois @prd.maxxell ✨ If this episode made you see your body and your brain in a new way, share it with someone who needs the science behind the wisdom. Sometimes that’s the permission people are waiting for.

You Already Have What It Takes | Ep 12

Leadership strategist and coach Lolita Walker shares a powerful conversation on embodied leadership, self-awareness, and trusting who you are beyond your titles. From navigating major life transitions to helping leaders and organizations reconnect with confidence, integrity, and purpose, Lolita explains why true leadership begins within. This episode is an inspiring reminder that the strongest leaders are the ones grounded in self-trust, faith, and authenticity. Chapters  05:00 – Why Leadership Starts with Knowing Who You Are  08:00 – Confidence, Self-Awareness & Emotional Intelligence  16:00 – Helping Young Leaders Find Their Voice  20:00 – Major Life Changes That Sparked Transformation  24:00 – Following the “Bubbling Up” Feeling Within  32:00 – Innovation & Leading Inside Organizations Quote: “You gotta follow that bubbling up feeling and just go with it.” https://jenaks.com/ My Book: Your Body is Speaking [https://yourbodyisspeaking.org/] IG: https://www.instagram.com/jen_aks/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/jennferaks YT: https://www.youtube.com/@jen_aks LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenaks/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jen_aks  🎵 Music by Max Lilivois @prd.maxxell ✨ If this episode made you see your body and your brain in a new way, share it with someone who needs the science behind the wisdom. Sometimes that’s the permission people are waiting for.