Best Silvana Espinoza Lau Podcasts (2025)

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Discover Your Natural Energy Cycles with Kate Vanden Bos 49:33

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Are you caught in the loop of constant growth and rigid planning? What if you could organize your life and business in a way that honors your natural rhythms instead? In this episode, I sit down with Kate Vanden Bos, creator of the Growth Cycle—a revolutionary framework for personal evolution rooted in rhythm, not hustle. We explore how to align yo…

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Delegation Made Simple: Hiring and Managing Your First Virtual Assistant with Sandra Booker 1:00:28

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You know you need help in your business. The long hours, the never-ending to-do list, the tasks that only you can do—except… that’s not really true, is it? You could delegate. You should delegate. But actually hiring someone? That’s another story. What if they don’t do it right? What if it’s a waste of money? What if managing them just adds more wo…

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Quiet Power: How Emma-Louise Parkes is Redefining Success for Ambitious Introverts 48:48

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Do you ever feel like the business world just wasn’t built for you? If the strategies that everyone else swears by feel draining or downright impossible, this episode is your invitation to pause, realign, and find your own way. In this conversation, I’m joined by Emma-Louise Parkes, founder of The Ambitious Introvert and the brilliant mind behind w…

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5 Business Boundaries to Help Avoid Burnout with Jelisha Gatling 51:21

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Are you running your business, or is your business running you? If you’re struggling with overwhelm and burnout, chances are your business boundaries need some attention. But wait, what are business boundaries? Are they different from regular life boundaries? Do you even have regular life boundaries?! Believe it or not, most business owners are rea…

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May 2025 — Removing Obstacles & Finding Flow 48:14

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Do you ever feel like you know what you want to create, but still find yourself spinning your wheels, second-guessing your next step, or bumping up against old resistance? What if that resistance isn’t something to power through, but a gentle nudge to pause and reflect? In this episode, Nancy and I are inviting you behind the scenes of our personal…

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Transforming Limiting Beliefs with Erica Rooney 49:54

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What if healing your mindset started with a little more compassion and a lot less pressure? In this episode, I’m joined by Erica Rooney, executive coach, keynote speaker, and author of Glass Ceilings and Sticky Floors, for a powerful conversation about the hidden beliefs and behaviors that keep us stuck in fear, perfectionism, and self-doubt. While…

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Playful Planning: Turning Goals into Joyful Rituals with Danielle McGeough 54:08

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Have you ever hit a big milestone and thought, “Why do I still feel so empty?” In this episode of Deeply Rested, I’m joined by Danielle McGeough, PhD—award-winning professor, self-leadership coach, and creator of the Rise Ritual Method—for a heartfelt conversation about what happens when you follow the “right” path… and still feel totally disappoin…

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Love, Joy, and Liberation: A Shame-Free Approach to Decolonization with Silvana Espinoza Lau 57:38

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You’ve heard terms like decolonization and anti-oppression, but how do they apply to your business? Can you honestly say you’ve done the work to ensure your business is doing no harm? If you’re unsure where to start—or feel worried about getting it “wrong”—you’re not alone. Decolonization work isn’t about shame or perfection. It’s about love, liber…

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Crystalizing Visions & Clarifying Plans: Behind-The-Scenes April 2025 55:41

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Have you ever felt the urge to slow down, tune in to the natural rhythms around you, and create something that truly reflects your authentic self? What if the beauty is in the messy middle of that creation? In this episode, Nancy and I invite you into our process of launching something new: a monthly behind-the-scenes series within the Deeply Reste…

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When Business Becomes a Lifeline: Marisa Corcoran on Cancer, Grief, and Growth 54:26

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What happens when life throws more at you than you feel ready for—but your business still needs you to show up? That’s exactly what Marisa Corcoran, founder of The Copy Confidence Society, had to figure out when she was diagnosed with breast cancer and faced the painful loss of a long-time friendship—all while running her business. In this Deeply R…

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Unblock Your Voice and Recover From Creative Burnout with Zafira Rajan 48:54

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Are you feeling creatively burned out? You used to feel alive with new ideas, but stress and exhaustion have drained your creative energy, leaving you uninspired and convinced you have nothing left to contribute. 😢 As entrepreneurs, creativity is at the core of what we do—but when we’re so focused on serving others, we often neglect our own creativ…

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Why Your Health is Your Most Valuable Business Asset with Michelle Leotta 42:10

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Do you ever feel like your business demands everything you have—at the expense of your health? I know I’ve felt that way, and in this episode, I sit down with health coach Michelle Leotta to talk about what it really takes to find balance when your work feels all-consuming. Michelle shares her journey from burnout to sustainability, opening up abou…

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How to Build a Team as an Introverted Boss with Maureen Werrbach 59:14

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Does the thought of hiring employees give you the heebie-jeebies? 😨 What if you have to give them negative feedback? 😰 What if there’s CONFLICT? 😭 And worst of all, what if they NEVER LEAVE YOU ALONE?! Most introverts never add revenue-generating employees to their businesses because they’re afraid they don’t have the chops to handle it. Group Prac…

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Sensory Self-Care: Using Scent to Calm Your Mind with Helida Dodd 54:37

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How can scent support your self-care and enhance your business? Have you ever caught a whiff of a familiar scent and been instantly transported to a long-forgotten memory? That’s the magic of fragrance—and it can be a powerful tool for self-care, grounding, and even entrepreneurship. In this episode of the Deeply Rested podcast, I sit down with per…

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Burnt Out or Ready to Pivot? How to Know When It’s Time for a Career Change with Annie Scheussler 53:09

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To be a therapist, or not to be a therapist, that is the question... Raise your hand if you’ve thought about stepping away from clinical work 🙋‍♀️ Over the past 18 months, many therapists have questioned their desire to continue being therapists… But how do you know if it’s really time to change careers or if you’re just burnt out? Annie Schuessler…

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Meeting This Moment Together: Rituals for Resiliency and Stability 48:20

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How can we create space for both rest and meaningful action? In this episode, Nancy Guidry joins me again, and we explore how we’re navigating the overwhelming chaos of today’s world. Originally set to be a discussion about our winter sabbatical experiences, this episode takes a turn to address the urgent need for groundedness and stability in the …

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Liberated Leadership with Sophia Apostol 1:07:51

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What if stepping into leadership wasn’t about climbing higher, but about breaking free? In this episode of Deeply Rested, I sit down with Sophia Apostol to explore the evolution of leadership in a world that desperately needs systemic change. Together, we unpack the personal, social, and spiritual growth required to lead with authenticity, empathy,…

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Why Our Obsession With Passion Is Causing Burnout with Terri Trespicio 52:17

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We live in a society obsessed with passion. I can’t scroll through Instagram without being reminded that my life would be easier if I just surrendered to my passions. There’s an underlying belief that passion is the ultimate antidote to burnout… but is it really? Terri Trespicio, writer, speaker, brand advisor, and the author of Unfollow Your Passi…

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Healing Your Money Mindset with Tiffany McLain 55:19

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Is your bleeding heart holding you back from achieving financial freedom in your business? Whether you like it or not, your success—and your personal happiness—are tied to your money mindset. If you’re like most business owners, your relationship with money could use some work. In today’s episode of Deeply Rested, I’m joined by Tiffany McLain, crea…

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Empowered Ethics: Moving Beyond Good Intentions with Gina Gomez 51:49

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What does it mean to be an ethical business owner? 🤔 You aim to operate an ethical business, you try to stay out of trouble, and you avoid doing harm to your clients and colleagues. But is that enough? It’s a great start, but your ethical journey shouldn’t end with good intentions! Gina Gomez, Business Strategist and Diversity, Equity, and Inclusio…

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Sustainable Visibility with Mai-kee Tsang 55:59

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Does the thought of being visible make you break out in a cold sweat? If you find yourself avoiding blog posts, podcast interviews, or networking events, you’re not alone. For many entrepreneurs, the fear of being seen can hold us back from truly sharing our incredible businesses with the world. In today’s episode of Deeply Rested, I’m joined by Ma…

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How to Work Fewer Hours with Joe Sanok 49:49

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How happy would you be if you could drastically reduce your workload without sacrificing your income? If you’re like most therapists I know, the answer is VERY HAPPY. As therapists, we’re conditioned to serve others until we have absolutely nothing left to give. This pattern is contributing to an epidemic of therapists who are overwhelmed, exhauste…

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Inside Our Anti-Capitalist Business Journey 1:28:33

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What if your business could thrive by rejecting traditional capitalist values and embracing a slower, more intentional approach? In the final episode of 2024, Deeply Rested host Maegan Megginson and business manager Nancy Guidry take you behind the scenes of their transformative year. Maegan and Nancy share the highs and lows of deconditioning from…

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Finding Ease and Authenticity Using Human Design with Jessica Rose 1:14:36

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What if you had a roadmap to rediscover your true self and unlock your most authentic life? On the latest episode of Deeply Rested, host Maegan Megginson explores the transformative power of Human Design with Jessica Rose, a Human Design coach. Maegan and Jessica dive into how Human Design offers a lifelong journey of self-discovery, helping you al…

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Outsmarting Perfectionism with Amber Petty 1:13:58

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What if letting go of perfectionism meant you could finally rest—and still achieve your goals? In this episode of Deeply Rested, Maegan Megginson chats with Amber Petty, a freelance writer and writing coach, to explore the many ways perfectionism impacts our lives—and how to move past it. Amber, whose work has appeared in many major publications, s…

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How Much Money is Enough with Linzy Bonham 50:25

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How much money do you need to be happy? 🧐 If you don’t know the answer, this conversation is for you. Defining what is enough is crucial if you want to create a sustainable business, but figuring out how much is enough is tricky to do! Linzy Bonham, Money Coach and creator of Money Skills for Therapists, is here to help us define what is enough so …

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Surrendering to the Unknown with Deepshikha Sairam 1:15:34

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Are you feeling the pull to align your business with a deeper sense of purpose? In today’s episode, your host, Maegan Megginson, welcomes Deepshikha Sairam, founder of The Muse Master, to share her transformative journey from successful business coach to creator of a soulful community for writers. Maegan and Deepshikha explore the delicate balance …

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Sensitive and Successful with April Snow 56:03

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Raise your hand if you’re a highly sensitive entrepreneur! 🙋‍♀️ Keep your hand raised if you’re a highly sensitive entrepreneur who feels a smidge ambitious and secretly wishes you could create a bigger, more profitable business. Still reading? Well, hello, my friend. This conversation is for YOU. Today I’m joined by April Snow, licensed psychother…

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Reimagining Productivity with Uriah Guilford 57:02

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What if productivity could feel less like a grind and more like joy? In today’s episode of Deeply Rested, host Maegan Megginson sits down with Uriah Guilford, a licensed therapist, group practice owner, and author of Productive Practice, to explore the complicated relationship between productivity and well-being. Maegan opens up about her love-hate…

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Unconventional Boundaries To Protect Your Sanity with Licia Morelli 50:10

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Does this sound like you? You crave variety in your work You provide many different types of services You’re constantly dreaming up new ideas You own (or have started) more than one business If you’re still reading, you’re probably a multi-passionate entrepreneur. Wearing multiple hats can be great for your creativity and ambition, but it can also …

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Time Off Business Model with Sage Polaris 57:56

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Are you longing to take extended time off but fear your business can’t handle it? Listen in to hear how to take four months a year off from your business. In today’s episode, host Maegan Megginson talks with Sage Polaris to explore her time-off business model. Sage is an entrepreneur who has mastered the art of taking four months off each year whil…

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Introvert-Friendly Business Strategies with Rachel Cannon 52:47

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Calling all INTROVERTS! The business space is full of noisy extroverts telling us how we SHOULD be doing business. All of that “shoulding” is making us MISERABLE. It’s time to create a business that works for you as a quiet entrepreneur. Join me and Rachel Cannon as we discuss exactly how Rachel made her business work for her as an unapologetic int…

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Reclaim Your Time Using VIP Days with Jordan Gill 1:01:07

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RAISE YOUR HAND IF YOUR SCHEDULE IS BUSTING AT THE SEAMS… and you’re still not making enough money. Over-working + under-charging = your one-way ticket to burnout. The solution? Stop charging by the hour... Cancel your monthly retainers... And start offering high ticket VIP Days ASAP! VIP Day Extraordinaire Jordan Gill from Systems Saved Me joined …

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How to Be Busy and Deeply Rested with Lori Cangilla 49:05

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Ever wonder if busyness has to mean burnout? What if you could stay busy while still feeling deeply rested and fulfilled? In today’s episode, host Maegan Megginson dives into these questions with Lori Cangilla, an author and licensed psychologist who helps highly sensitive people thrive. Lori believes that busyness isn't the enemy—as long as it ali…

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LinkedIn vs Instagram with Marietta Gentles Crawford 46:00

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How would you feel if I told you you never had to post on Instagram again?! If you’re tired of competing with cute puppy videos and funny GIFs to get ideal client eyes on your business, it might be time to migrate over to LinkedIn. You heard me right! LinkedIn is quickly becoming the place to be for entrepreneurs who want to share their ideas, get …

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From Scaling Up to Slowing Down with Tarzan Kay 1:11:05

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What if chasing the next big revenue milestone isn’t the only way to succeed in business? In this Deeply Rested episode, host Maegan Megginson chats with the inspiring Tarzan Kay, a renowned copywriter who’s made waves in the online business world. Tarzan takes us on a journey from her early days of living a free-spirited, bohemian lifestyle to bui…

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Harnessing ADHD's Wild Horsepower with Paulette Perhach 54:01

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Could your personal hurdles be the secret to your success? Host Maegan Megginson explores this idea with Paulette Perhach, an author and writing coach who has turned her lifelong journey with ADHD into a powerful strength. Join Maegan and Paulette as they explore the ways ADHD has impacted Paulette’s career and life. Although Paulette's official AD…

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Get Paid To Be Yourself with Laura Belgray 1:01:16

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Ever feel like you’re building your business for someone else? Many entrepreneurs (especially healers) are taught that their businesses should be blank slates (i.e. BORING). I’m calling BS on that outdated nonsense! If you want to avoid burnout, you must make your business a true reflection of YOU. Who better to speak on this topic than the Queen o…

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Rest is Revenue with Annie Robershaw and Arianna Smith 1:17:34

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Do you ever feel like the grind of business ownership is wearing you down? What if you could run a successful business while feeling deeply rested and fulfilled? In this inaugural episode of the Deeply Rested podcast, host Maegan Megginson dives into these questions with guests Arianna Smith and Annie Robershaw. Arianna, a licensed therapist and st…

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Welcome to Deeply Rested 1:55

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Are you ready to break free from the hustle and reclaim your energy while making a meaningful impact? Welcome to Deeply Rested with your host Maegan Megginson, a retired psychotherapist and disillusioned business coach on a mission to help healers, helpers, leaders, and small business owners take incredibly good care of themselves. Join Maegan and …

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Balancing Practice Building and Community Building 42:12

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In this episode we are joined by Vanessa Solis! We discuss: The privilege and cost of being authentic Creating community in private and group practice Social locations and identity-sharing The importance of a clear vision Power dynamics within therapy Premium fees —> offering free services Business development as a healing journey Resources: Join t…

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Navigating the Business of Therapy: Sliding Scales, Commodification, and Deep Healing with Paul Fugelsang 26:57

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In this episode we are joined by Paul Fugelsang! We discuss: Why Paul started a private practice Advice for new practices How Open Path began How to navigate offering sliding scale in a sustainable way The commodification of therapy Tips on starting a non-profit The importance of rest Resources: Join the community! Connect with us on Instagram. Fin…

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Creating Collective Care with Jamie Weber 38:08

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In this episode we are joined by Jamie Weber! We discuss: Grad school and oppression The origins of imposter syndrome The alleged gift of assimilation Working through money trauma with abundance Why Jamie is taking insurance Collective care in mental health Resources: Join the community! Connect with us on Instagram. Find Jamie Weber here and on In…

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From Therapist to Boundary Coach with Judy Hu 46:15

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In this episode we are joined by Judy Hu! We discuss: What a boundary coach is/does Why Judy quit taking insurance The problem with “one right way” The importance of starting from a “there’s nothing wrong with me” mindset The value of understanding oppression when contextualizing suffering How worthiness relates to boundaries Ancestral exploration …

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Micro-Activism for Therapists with Omkari Williams 41:41

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In this episode, we discuss the following: What micro-activism is The different activist archetypes Accessibility in mental health How much do we really need to earn? Dignity and the beloved community The importance of communicating our humanity to each other The role of love in therapy Resources: Join the community! Connect with us on Instagram an…

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Burnout, Capitalism and Boundaries with Lynnae Brown 49:22

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In this episode, we discuss the following: Inner wisdom vs. an oppressive society The real purpose of the DSM Using lived experience for connection The problem with assessments Burnout, capitalism, and recovery Should we try and change the system? Boundaries Lynnae’s personal experience with therapy and what worked Resources: Join the community! Co…

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We're Taking a Break! 1:51

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We'll take a few months off, then return in late January/early February 2024. Looking forward to seeing you then! It's been such an honor to record 20 episodes to share with you! Thank you for being here, thank you for listening, and thank you for all of the great feedback. We love recording Radical Practice.…

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Let's Disrupt the Business World 38:20

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In this episode, we discuss your business mindset, and the following: How your values can disrupt business culture How to get the word out about your business The value of re-visiting your vision The importance of having people to hold our vision for us Writing a future letter to yourself Power in our businesses How to utilize the elevator pitch Re…

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Starting and Ending a Private Practice with Fara Tucker 53:47

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We loved this conversation with Fara Tucker! In this episode, you'll hear us discuss: How Fara got into the social work field The decision to take insurance or do private pay How to build generosity and accessibility into your private practice The difficult decision Fara had to make in her private practice What came *after* private practice Resourc…

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Get Unstuck in Your Private Practice 31:36

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In this episode, we talk about: Healing through business ownership The importance of finding a business mentor Trusting your gut How perfectionism shows up How to motivate yourself What to do when you're stuck What white supremacy culture has to do with business development How we downplay our skills Resources: SCORE Mentors through the Small Busin…