Your Own Magic

Plant killer turned plant lady and become plant powerhouse. I am so inspired to now surround myself with a million plants thanks to Maria Failla. Maria is an author, host of the growing joy podcast, speaker, broadway singer, and of course - plant-preneur. In this episode, we talk about making your new best plant friend at home. Maria also shares her story, how plant care is self-care, taking care of low-maintenance plants, traveling with plants, and more. We also wrap with a long but memorable (not-so) rapid fire as we talk about our love for Taylor Swift and other entertainment. So much plant gold in this episode. Enjoy Maria's magic! More info, ways to connect, and sponsor's special offers are in the show notes. Our Sponsors: * Check out Everyday Dose and use my code MAGIC for a great deal: https://everydaydose.com * Check out Happy Mammoth and use my code MAGIC for a great deal: https://happymammoth.com * Check out Kensington Publishing: https://www.kensingtonbooks.com Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/your-own-magic/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

20 Mar 20231h 23min

An episode down memory lane. Prepare to hear your soul whisper something you need to hear right now, as you listen to a timeless episode with Sarah Blondin. Sarah is an author, writer, poet, and founder of “Live Awake”. Sarah is also one of the top guides on the Insight app. She has this innate gift of giving us permission to feel open to opening our hearts with compassion wherever we're at. Along with helping us listen within and discover our intrinsic selves. Sarah was a healing angel during times I needed these reminders of self-love + worth last year. Enjoy Sarah's magic! More info, ways to connect, and sponsors' special offers are in the show notes. Our Sponsors: * Check out Everyday Dose and use my code MAGIC for a great deal: https://everydaydose.com * Check out Happy Mammoth and use my code MAGIC for a great deal: https://happymammoth.com * Check out Kensington Publishing: https://www.kensingtonbooks.com Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/your-own-magic/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

6 Mar 20231h

Perhaps your child's (including your inner child) was not flawed or imperfect - but instead, their differences are part of your child's superpowers. "The Gift of Being Different" is co-written by Monica and her 9-year-old daughter Abigail. Abigail's dyslexia diagnosis inspired the two to explore the unique perspectives of children who do not learn in a typical fashion and embrace the strengths they are gifted with. In this episode, Monica talks about the experience of celebrating her daughter's unique lens, how this diagnosis has empowered her daughter instead of hindering her in school and life, and the value of teaching all children the different ways children learn to prevent bullying and elevate children's compassion and understanding. I also reveal why this children's book was very personal and healing for my inner child and why I think all children would benefit from reading it and learning from Abigail's gift. Enjoy the magic! More info, ways to connect, and sponsors' special offers are in the show notes or at yourownmagic.com. Our Sponsors: * Check out Everyday Dose and use my code MAGIC for a great deal: https://everydaydose.com * Check out Happy Mammoth and use my code MAGIC for a great deal: https://happymammoth.com * Check out Kensington Publishing: https://www.kensingtonbooks.com Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/your-own-magic/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

27 Feb 202348min

“I love to create the feeling of confidence when dressing someone. Whether it’s a character who needs to exude authority and influence or an individual I’m working with one on one who wants to be more confident. It delights me to know I’ve helped someone feel amazing in their daily life.” - today's guest, Leesa Evans. Leesa is an award-winning Hollywood Costume Designer mogul, private stylist, and the founder of the Health and Wellness of Style. Leesa's gift for dressing her clients in ways that truly represent the essence, and instill a sense of confidence has helped her to cultivate a system that helps shift the conversation around clothing. Her personal philosophy and professional inspiration are drawn from a lifelong commitment to fashion, individuality, and the art of storytelling. In this episode, we talk about her process of costume design in movies, behind the scenes of some of her favorite movies to have worked on - especially the movies I love most, like Bridesmaids, building confidence with your style, the importance of sustainability and upcycling clothes, and so much more. Enjoy Leesa's Magic! More info, ways to connect, and sponsors' special offers are in the show notes. Our Sponsors: * Check out Everyday Dose and use my code MAGIC for a great deal: https://everydaydose.com * Check out Happy Mammoth and use my code MAGIC for a great deal: https://happymammoth.com * Check out Kensington Publishing: https://www.kensingtonbooks.com Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/your-own-magic/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

20 Feb 202359min

This convo was a gift to my soul I'd like to re-gift the listeners. This special V-Day episode is evergreen. I wanted to walk down memory lane and share this special conversation I had with my dear friend and frequent YOM guest, Bree Melanson. This is an episode for healing the heart and reframing our idea of love in its truest form - no matter your relationship status. In the prelude, I share my experience embracing my single life and a special Valentine's Day poem I wrote for myself and the soul who may be lighted when hearing it. Bree and I talk about self-love, reframing the thought and idea of love, the beauty of contrast, connecting with nature, connecting within during or after a storm, beyond form, and so much more. Bree wraps up the episode with a gift of reading one of her co-created channeled messages. A magical memory embedded in my heart that I need to remember from time to time. Enjoy! More info, ways to connect, and sponsors' special offers are in the show notes. Our Sponsors: * Check out Everyday Dose and use my code MAGIC for a great deal: https://everydaydose.com * Check out Happy Mammoth and use my code MAGIC for a great deal: https://happymammoth.com * Check out Kensington Publishing: https://www.kensingtonbooks.com Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/your-own-magic/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

13 Feb 20231h 16min

“The thing is—strong personal branding, when done right—is an act of service. It’s greater than your ego and bigger than your fears. It’s about your audience, your customers, and the world. They are waiting for you to show up. And I am here to help you do it.” - Jessica Zweig. Jessica runs a very successful agency, author of a bestselling book, and podcast host, and is known for being a personal brand expert. But Jessica believes personal branding is dead and it's all about sharing with the world your eminence and how you make people feel. In this episode, we talk about personal branding in this day and age, spirituality, business, escaping the "matrix" version of personal branding, how to tap into the masculine side of being a woman boss, and the divine feminine side of leadership - why being gentle is so powerful and other tools for sharing your own magic with the world. More info, ways to connect, and sponsors' special offers are in the show notes. Our Sponsors: * Check out Everyday Dose and use my code MAGIC for a great deal: https://everydaydose.com * Check out Happy Mammoth and use my code MAGIC for a great deal: https://happymammoth.com * Check out Kensington Publishing: https://www.kensingtonbooks.com Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/your-own-magic/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

6 Feb 202346min

Imagine working only 2 days a week, being financially free, and spending your days traveling and enjoying life. That dream is the reality of today's guest, Tara Reed. Tara is the CEO and founder of the multi-million dollar tech startup, Apps Without Code, which teaches people how to come up with app ideas & build them without writing any code. Tara’s company, Apps Without Code, has trained over 150,000 people across 14 countries in building their own apps and app-based businesses. Even more noteworthy, 80% of AWC clients are women and people of color, helping close the tech industry’s gender and minority gap. In this episode, we talk about breaking into the tech enterprise, the perks & challenges of creating an app, her work/life balance, her experience working in a male dominant industry, finding your superpower through your challenges in life - and tips for reprogramming your fear mindset blocks that prevent you from pursuing what you’d love to do. Enjoy Tara's magic! More info, ways to connect, and sponsors' special offers are in the show notes. Our Sponsors: * Check out Everyday Dose and use my code MAGIC for a great deal: https://everydaydose.com * Check out Happy Mammoth and use my code MAGIC for a great deal: https://happymammoth.com * Check out Kensington Publishing: https://www.kensingtonbooks.com Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/your-own-magic/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

30 Jan 202350min

Alchemy; "a seemingly magical process of transformation, creation, or combination." In this episode, I connect with the celebrated cut paper artist, Maude White, on a love for art, words, tarot, and her new deck, Resilience Alchemy. This deck is a grounded yet enchanted, whimsical yet practical, deck and guidebook designed to offer support to anyone seeking to live an empowered, creative, and resilient life. Complete with illustrations of Maude’s stunning cut-paper art, each of the 83 cards is specially designed and chosen to help us gain the wisdom and insight needed to harness the power within ourselves. Enjoy Maude's magic! More info, sponsors' special offers, and ways to connect are in the show notes. Our Sponsors: * Check out Everyday Dose and use my code MAGIC for a great deal: https://everydaydose.com * Check out Happy Mammoth and use my code MAGIC for a great deal: https://happymammoth.com * Check out Kensington Publishing: https://www.kensingtonbooks.com Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/your-own-magic/donations Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands Privacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

23 Jan 202343min