AmandaFest Podcast25 Jun 2025

What No One Tells You About Building a Brand Around Joy with Pearl Cicci

What if partying could be a portal to presence?

In this episode, Amanda sits down with Pearl — state optimization coach, founder of Bio Rave, and raver-turned-regulator — to explore what it means to actually party with purpose. From burnout and breakdowns to breathwork and biohacking, Pearl shares her powerful journey of healing, embodiment, and entrepreneurship.

We dive into:
✨ Building a sober rave movement rooted in connection, community & nervous system safety
✨ The truth about entrepreneurship no one talks about (spoiler: it’s not all highlight reels)
✨ Why your joy matters now, not just when you “make it”
✨ Tools for moving through emotional lows without bypassing your humanity
✨ How dance became her most powerful form of healing
✨ Starting before you feel ready — and why that’s the whole point

Whether you're in your healing era, your building era, or somewhere in between, this episode is a big exhale and a reminder that you don’t have to figure it all out before you begin.

00:00 Welcome and Introduction

00:38 Grounding Exercise

02:55 Meet Pearl: The Multi-Passionate Entrepreneur

03:47 Pearl's Journey and Mission

05:36 Somatic Work Explained

08:24 Entrepreneurial Challenges and Mindset

16:03 Balancing Business and Personal Wellbeing

18:49 The Importance of Joy and Play

23:41 The Power of Dance and Movement

24:12 Finding Your Path and Passion

26:04 The Role of Mentorship and Coaching

28:37 Taking Action and Overcoming Fear

32:52 Building a Vision and Brand

36:30 Embracing Play and Connection

41:47 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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Connect w/ me on IG @amandalaurena & @amandafestpodcast

Connect w/ Pearl on IG @pearlcicci

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