Freedom Through Unconditional Self-Love (What My Dogs Taught Me)

Freedom Through Unconditional Self-Love (What My Dogs Taught Me)

Today’s episode is a personal reflection inspired by my dogs’ 7th birthday. What started as a tribute turned into something deeper — a story about unconditional love, freedom, and the subtle ways our external world mirrors our internal patterns. In this episode, I share how I uncovered a hidden belief around being needed, how that pattern showed up in both life and business, and how shifting it changed everything. At its core, this conversation is about untangling your worth from what you do — and discovering that real freedom comes from learning to hold yourself with compassion, no matter what. If you’ve ever tied your identity to performance, responsibility, or proving your value, this one’s for you.

Safety, Self-Trust, and Coming Back to Your Center

In this episode, I’m joined by my friend and fellow coach, Dajana Novak, for a grounded conversation about safety, nervous system regulation, and self-trust. We explore how feeling safe in your body impacts the way you make decisions, navigate change, travel, and move through uncertainty. We talk about why pushing through fear often backfires, how regulation expands your capacity to handle life, and what it really means to come back to yourself — again and again. This conversation is especially for you if you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by the unknown or curious about building a deeper sense of inner stability that doesn’t rely on external circumstances. -- Follow Jenny on Instagram at: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/jennyostoj⁠⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/jennyostoj] Follow Dajana on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/dayana.fairytaleminds/ [https://www.instagram.com/dayana.fairytaleminds/ ]

Believing in What You Want (Even When It Feels Out of Reach)

In this episode of Your Heart Is Calling, Jenny shares an honest look at what it really takes to believe that what you want is possible—especially when no one around you has done it before. She opens up about patterns she's uncovered in her own journey, including the quiet doubts and old narratives that sometimes hold her back. We’ll talk about: * Why it can feel scary to want something bigger than what you’ve known * How unconscious beliefs (often inherited) shape what we think is possible * Simple ways to start questioning the stories that keep you playing small If there’s a whisper inside you that wants more, this conversation will encourage you to honor it—little by little, one step at a time. Follow Jenny on Instagram at: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/jennyostoj⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/jennyostoj]

A Story of Synchronicities and Letting Go

In this episode of 'Your Heart is Calling,' host Jenny Ostoj reflects on the personal and professional transitions she has experienced, symbolized through various synchronicities in her life. From the story of her industrial Juki sewing machine that fueled her handmade dog wear business, to a nerve-wracking trip on the Road to Hana which paralleled her own career crossroads, Jenny shares the lessons learned along the way. She discusses the importance of listening to one's heart, letting go of past ventures, and the insights she's gained from seemingly everyday events and objects. This episode is an exploration of trust, change, and seeing life full of meaningful moments. 01:00 A New Beginning for the Podcast 02:07 The Story of My Sewing Machine 07:05 The Road to Hana: A Metaphor for Life's Journey 14:35 Synchronicities and Signs from the Universe 18:39 Letting Go and Moving On 20:41 Conclusion and Reflections Follow Jenny on Instagram at: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/jennyostoj⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/jennyostoj]

Calming an Overactive Mind

In the latest episode of "Your Heart is Calling," Jenny addresses a common challenge many of us face: dealing with an overactive mind. She shares practical strategies to help calm and refocus anxious energy, offering ways to slow down racing thoughts.  She dives into mindfulness, journaling, being present during daily activities, exercising, and the benefits of connecting with nature. The episode also covers the benefits of breath work, EFT tapping, and scheduling worry time. 00:00 Introduction to Calming an Overactive Mind 00:37 Understanding Mindfulness 01:35 Journaling for Mindfulness 02:03 Mindfulness in Daily Activities 03:42 The Power of Movement and Nature 05:07 Breath work 05:53 EFT Tapping Explained 07:35 Scheduling Time for Worrying 09:05 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Follow Jenny on Instagram at: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/jennyostoj⁠ [https://www.instagram.com/jennyostoj]