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

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.

Your Body Already Knows | Intuition, Soul & Inner Guidance | Ep 11

Renee Walker shares a deeply grounding conversation on intuition, body wisdom, and reconnecting to the soul. From her journey as a world-class gymnast to discovering spiritual alignment and emotional presence, Renee explains how our bodies constantly communicate with us, and why slowing down is the key to hearing that guidance. This episode is a powerful reminder that the answers we seek are already within us. Quote: “How can you turn up the volume on your intuition and turn down the noise of fear?” Chapters:  08:00 – Learning to Trust Intuition & Inner Knowing  12:00 – Why There’s No “Wrong Path” in Life  18:00 – What Do You Really Want?  23:00 – Turning Down Fear & Listening to Your Soul  27:00 – Opening Yourself to Possibility  31:00 – Mindset, Bodyset & Soulset Explained  35:00 – Meditation, Presence & Reconnecting to Yourself  36:00 – Leadership, Parenting & Choosing How You Show Up 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.

Why You Can’t Lead Others Until You Love Yourself | Ep 10

Jim Morris shares a deeply personal journey of learning to love himself, and how that single shift transformed his relationships, leadership, and impact. From anxiety and self-doubt to building powerful human connections, Jim breaks down the importance of emotional intelligence, presence, and compassionate curiosity. This episode is a powerful reminder that true leadership starts within, and that asking for help can change everything. Chapters 07:00 – Anxiety, Control & Not Trusting Yourself 10:30 – The Moment Everything Changed 15:00 – Choosing to Love Yourself & Letting Go of Old Habits 19:00 – The Mind-Body Shift (Anxiety & Physical Healing) 26:00 – Why You Need a Support System 30:00 – The Power of Asking for Help 34:00 – Final Message: Lead with Humanity & Presence 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.

It’s Not Too Late To Reinvent Yourself | Ep 9

Julie Dermer shares a powerful story of reinvention, how one moment of connection on a bike at 40 changed the trajectory of her life. From building a 15-year career at SoulCycle to launching the Reinvention Project, Julie opens up about following intuition, embracing vulnerability, and evolving at every stage of life. This episode is an inspiring reminder that it’s never too late to rediscover yourself, and that reinvention is a daily practice. Chapters  04:30 – Trusting the Pull (Even When It’s Scary)  08:30 – Music, Confidence & Finding Your Voice  11:00 – Building Something of Her Own During COVID  15:00 – Reinvention Isn’t Starting Over  18:00 – Overcoming Fear of Judgment & Being Seen  23:00 – Why Curiosity is the Key to Growth  27:30 – The Reinvention Project: Awakening Your Potential  31:00 – Leadership, Motherhood & Leading by Example  34:00 – Final Message: Keep Evolving, Keep Becoming Connect with Jen: 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 YouTube: 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.