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What are the next steps in creating clarity and can a meditation practice help? In today’s inspiring episode, I talk with visionary entrepreneur and home staging expert Samantha Senia, founder and CEO of Elite Home Staging and Elite Maison.Samantha shares her transformative journey from launching a successful fashion business to building one of LA’s leading luxury home staging companies. We dive deep into how meditation and intuitive practices have been foundational to Samantha’s growth as a business owner, leader, and mentor—both in her company and at home, where she runs a family business alongside her daughter Nicole Senia. And their collaboration together doesn't end there - they also co-host their own podcast, The Power of We.Samantha reflects on overcoming fear and turning challenges, like the pandemic, into opportunities for growth and innovation. From guiding her team through the chaos of real estate with spirituality and mindfulness, to mentoring women in a male-dominated industry, Samantha generous

Staying true to your path and pursuing your passion isn't always the easiest road. What if life is throwing you curve ball after curve ball? How do you not only stay connected to what you know is meant for you...But also stay connected to your positivity when everything is beyond hard?In this episode, I talk with Anastasia Love, the fearless founder of Studio Queen Hair in Los Angeles. Originally from Russia, Anastasia shares her moving story of leaving an abusive marriage, immigrating to the US with her young daughter, and starting over from scratch—without knowing the language or having a support system.Through powerful reflections, Anastasia reveals how embracing curiosity, confronting her deepest fears, and making intentional choices helped her rise from life’s lowest moments, both personally and professionally. From navigating the challenges of building a new career in a foreign country, to overcoming crippling health scares, Anastasia’s journey is a lesson in resilience and empowerment.Tune in as we exp

What if grief isn't something you heal from? But rather, something you must learn to move forward with. In today’s powerful episode, I sit down with singer, songwriter, and producer CARA for an incredibly raw and honest conversation about art, grief, and transformation. CARA opens up about her journey through personal tragedy, including the devastating loss of her brother and mother, and how she channeled her grief into the music for her upcoming autobiographical album, The Kronicles. This album features chapters from every corner of CARA’s life—including her time in the cannabis industry and her friendship with the late Gangsta Boo of Three 6 Mafia, whose voice is featured IN the album in the song CARA KUSH, produced by CARA.We have an exploratory, raw and honest conversation about how creativity can be both an anchor and an outlet in times of pain, why “healing” from grief can be a misleading idea, and the importance of finding ways—big or small—to process emotions and keep moving forward. Whether you

Are you one of the few who actually pursued your dreams? Only to discover that there is no such thing as "arriving". You don't get to the other side. Your dream isn't something you achieve...it turns out. So what happens next?In this episode, I sit down with June Suepunpuck, also known as the Joy Guide June, for a deeply honest conversation about what happens when chasing your dreams leaves you feeling empty, burned out, and questioning everything you thought you wanted.Together, we explore the messy middle—that liminal space between who you thought you were and who you’re becoming. June shares her personal journey, from following the “right” path and achieving success on paper to experiencing profound loss, burnout, and eventually, a radical rethinking of what true joy means. She opens up about the importance of letting go of old identities, facing uncomfortable truths, and un-learning the pressure to prove your worth.This conversation is full of warmth, humor, and wisdom and is all about finding alignment,

 If you're feeling stuck right now - what is one way you might begin to seek guidance? Is there a community or network that might offer just the right support and vibe or maybe...you can be the one to create it?In this episode, I sit down with Carrie Murray, the powerhouse founder of the Business Relationship Alliance (which I recently joined!)—a vibrant community supporting women and non-binary entrepreneurs. Carrie shares the deeply personal story of how building BRA not only connected countless entrepreneurs, but, in a twist she never expected, became the lifeline she herself needed during one of the most challenging moments of her life.Listen in as we explore how an intimate dinner party with just a handful of women grew into a thriving international network and business that uplifts, hires, and champions one another. Carrie also opens up about the struggles and triumphs of her entrepreneurial journey, the lessons learned from past ventures, and the importance of authentic, intentional support system

What if building and growing a business could actually fill your energetic cup rather than...be the thing that drains you daily?While today’s business world is saturated with formulas, blueprints, and conflicting advice—especially when it comes to marketing and revenue—I dive deep with Jason into what truly holds most entrepreneurs back. Spoiler: it’s not the strategy, it’s what’s underneath—the beliefs, the mindsets, and the energy.Jason opens up to me about how his experience with illness sparked a spiritual awakening and shaped his approach to business. And we go on to explore the dance between structure and intuition, the importance of discernment in applying business advice, and how true magnetism and growth happen when you’re in alignment with your authentic self.Jason Moss is a business mentor for grounded, growth-minded entrepreneurs who are ready to scale without losing themselves in the process. Creator of the CEO Freedom Formula, Jason helps six-figure coaches and service providers shift out of ope

Reflect and reset with me! Tomorrow is my birthday. So I thought I would offer you a moment of stillness and intention. I feel like birthdays are a personal new year of sorts. They can be an opportunity to reflect and to reset. So today, as my reflection, I am re-sharing a meditative episode I released back in May of 2023 called Pause with Me & Set An Intention. My reset this year is to continue this process of "untangling" that I’ve been on for most of this year so far, and also to invite in the possibility of letting go of embodying other people’s energy and all that comes with that. Their goals, their aspirations, their blocks - all of the things that, as an empath, and introvert and intuitive - I easily tap into. But to instead, allow it to be their journey and allow myself to offer support without taking it on. The people-pleaser and perfectionist in me has to be very intentional when it comes to this and I’m starting to get better at placing myself at a higher position in my value system. Because I

If you’re curious in how podcasting as a medium can be the container that awakens you, evolves you, creates deep connection and resonance, can be the place you explore your passion or solve your most pressing problems, or unfold the business you’ve been dreaming of or connect with the minds that have gone before you - then keep listening.My guest today, Alex Sanfilippo, shares his journey like never before. These questions led us down a path of depth, divinity and raw honesty in ways that I wasn’t expecting. The way this conversation took shape is a testament to the reason this medium feels sacred to me. It’s not just a transactional moment that flies past you in seconds that you have to re-create constantly in the way that content does (ahem...social media).It’s not just content. It's connection. And it has the ability to change lives. Alex Sanfilippo is a podcast host and the founder of a podcasting software company specifically focused on independent podcast hosts and their guests to elevate their voi

Do you feel like there is more you have to share than you've been putting out there? It was at the age of 30 that I started to come into my own awareness around this and began the long and deep journey of untangling it. Of coming back into my own essence and seeking ways to express it. To meet myself in my purpose and create the life I really want to live - which can only happen when we come home to ourselves. And that is what we’re talking about today. My guest, Eva Simone is a High-Frequency Feminine Mentor & Coach and helps women connect with and embody their Divine Feminine and she is the founder of Embodiment Is Everything. She shares her own story with us about how she went from living under these layers that we’ve created to keep ourselves safe but that also keep us in pain and strain, and how she got curious to begin to awaken to her feminine power. We’ll learn how to begin to slow down and invite ourselves back in so that we can embrace and embody the parts of us that let us shine

Finding your passion isn’t always about one clear calling—it’s often a collection of curiosities, creative whispers, and moments of alignment that evolve over time. And turning those passions into a sustainable career? That takes self-trust, experimentation, and permission to do things differently.In today’s episode, we’re exploring how to connect with what lights you up—and how to begin weaving that into the way you work, lead, and live. Whether you’ve outgrown your current path, feel scattered in your interests, or are wondering if your creativity could become something “real,” this conversation is your guide.We’ll talk about what passion actually looks like (spoiler: it doesn’t always feel fiery), how to listen to your inner compass, and why you don’t need to niche down in order to move forward. You’ll also learn how small, honest steps—like saying yes to a creative urge or giving yourself space to play—can open doors you never imagined.To help us bring these insights to life, we’re joined by author and mu

What if your Intuition was leading down a path of what to say "yes" to? What to create next? And what if you could actually build a BUSINESS from that place of knowing? If you’ve been tuning into the newer season of Boss Goddess, then you may have noticed an emphasis on leveraging Intuition when it comes to business. When we can tap into that truth that we already have within us - that can guide us in our decision making and can inform us on what feels best for US to pursue on a big level and also with smaller decisions that we encounter through out the day - we gain access to a powerful way to navigate our lives. My guest today, has done just that. She has created a beautiful business infused with this message to honor yourself in your truth, as you are, in all of your being. Which is to no surprise because once you hear her story in how this business was brought to life, and how it unfolded, you’ll see how organic creating something from that intuitive connection can be. Her name is Makuyo, and he

We’re talking about taking big, bold action today and even more specifically, we’re talking about how to create our own ecosystem by growing an aligned and engaged community. Creating a community of people who are here for what you’re building is a big component to WHY podcasting is such a powerful first step when wanting to bring a vision and a passion to life. It’s designed to build your network in a really aligned way, that cultivates a collaborative ecosystem - allowing you to develop authentic relationships with brands, business owners and other creators who align with your message. But it all starts with meeting yourself where you are and taking bold action without waiting for permission. By trusting your inspiration and intuition, you allow yourself to bet on YOU!This is exactly the journey that my TWO guests are on - co-founders Meagan Elieff and Meghan Fialkoff, of The Modern Day Wife join me to share their secrets to taking bold action, bringing big vision to life and how they've mastered the art o

Does a dream or passion you have feel out of reach? What if the key to shortening the path was to first, allow ANY step to be taken that feels good to you and second, open up to the idea of it taking an unexpected form. In this episode I share with you how this played out in MY life and how I allowed for the space to start thinking differently. It was scary. I was reluctant. And quite honestly, it was NOT what I wanted to do. But if I didn't - I would have missed out on so much magic. (p.s. this is how podcasting came into my life and my dreams started to come true - as corny as that sounds, it's true!)If you are feeling stuck in analysis paralysis—overthinking every move, doubting whether you’re ready, and holding yourself back from taking action, you are not alone. And more importantly, you are actually in a place of growth - a moment of evolution. This is a GOOD THING! For years, I waited for permission, obsessed over “doing it right,” and compared myself to everyone else—which only kept me feeling powerle

What is the next step in creating clarity? We've done some inner-work, we've connected to our intuition and we've made some discoveries...but what comes next?The action.This is how we begin to bring clarity to life. This is where all of that inner-work gets activated. Listen in for what's in store for our next season of Boss-Goddess episodes. Plus, Barsi announces the official rebrand and relaunch of her agency to Boss-Goddess.co. Listen in for why Barsi decided to create this rebrand and how it's now designed to serve every part of the creation and expansion process in building women-led businesses.In this episode you will learn:How action brings the clarity.How confidence is cultivated when the actions are taken.How to let your inner-process guide you.Links:Activate Your Passion with Podcasting Visit: https://www.boss-goddess.co Pinterest: Pinterest: @bossgoddessbarsi Instagram:@boss_goddess.co Previous Episodes on this subject:#158: From Fortune 100 to Creating A Legacy with Katie Sol#156: How To Intuitive

In honor of International Women's History Month, I decided to create and host a mini-series about women in the podcasting industry. This is that series! You can listen to all three episodes anywhere you listen to podcasts.More About This Podcast Series:Featured in PodNews Welcome to the Women’s Podcast Industry Network podcast! A place where we have a global conversation with women around the globe as it relates to the podcast industry. As women get more and more involved within the podcast industry around the world, we are folding ourselves into the fabric of technology and media history. But there is still much to talk about and much left to be desired when it comes to diversity, women’s voices and leadership within the space. So let’s talk about it.Hosted by Christina Barsi, the founder and CEO of Avant Haus Media and Boss-Goddess a strategic content-marketing agency specializing in podcasting and also the creator of The Women's Podcast Industry Network.In this first mini-series, Barsi asks

What happens when your problems feel unsolvable?This can feel confusing, overwhelming, disorienting and quite frankly, really mess with your self-trust. So how can you begin to move forward to find new solutions? One of the first perspective shifts might be this: your problems aren't the problem. This is what my friend Jason Feifer believes. In this episode, I share with you how a one-on-one call started to shift one of the hardest times in my business and life towards the growth and clarity I was seeking and how that led me to meeting a life-time goal of writing and publishing an article in Entrepreneur magazine, as well as rebrand my agency to create more aligned niche and more aligned offerings. UPDATE: The 1:1 call opportunity has since expired BUT you can get my FREE Activate Your Passion with Podcasting Blueprint - now available! Activate Your Passion with Podcasting In this episode you will learn:How to take actions steps during confusing times.How to allow for surrender.How to let your inner-process b

How do you know when it's time to walk away from a "good thing"? Katie left her fortune 100 corporate title to build her own legacy after realizing that her legacy was not going to be realized if she stayed. Katie Sol is the creator of Mystical Living and it's programs and courses and the clothing line Love Lillett.A big theme of our conversation today is coming into trust with our truth in order to build the confidence needed to then trust our intuition. In other words, how can we begin to create resonance with ourselves to shifts our lives towards an expression that mirrors our true selves. When we can do this - we bring in so much magic. Speaking of magic - be sure to listen until the end for an especially magical story that led our guest, Katie Sol to hanging out with Richard Branson on his island to then collaborating on a workshop together. It's a good one!In this episode you will learn:How to shed the shitHow to begin to embrace your own legacyTools for tapping into self-trustThe Law of ResonanceHow to

 If you’ve listened to all of the episodes in Season 11 up to this point, then you may have noticed that we are very much focusing on figuring out HOW to know when to create a change, when to shift your path and how to take steps towards the new thing and how to know what steps to actually take. In other words, we have been focused on that inner-awareness stage and that observation stage and how developing an intuitive practice can help guide you to the decisions and action steps that are uniquely right for you. And the way we begin to do this is by -granting ourselves Permission. In this episode, you will learn:Why YOU are the ultimate gatekeeper to your dreams and goals.Why Permission is the first step.Key journal prompts to unlock permission.A grounding practice that will clarify every business decision you have to make.Links:*Get Module One of the audio course Permission Granted! for FREE Activate Your Passion with Podcasting Visit: https://www.boss-goddess.co IG:@boss_goddess.co IG:@bossgo

Is there a tiny voice telling you that something needs to change? That there is MORE for you to expand into? If this resonates but you're feeling like the only evidence you have is that little voice...and others might think you're making a big mistake if you DO go explore something new...then the conversation our host Barsi, has with our guest, Brianna Rose CEO, Founder and Creator, of Light Leader collective, INC is going to be the sign you need to lean into that intuitive voice calling YOU.This is a raw and real conversation about the messy and true journey of what it takes to really listen and surrender to expanding into your next level. You don't have to have perfect clarity to begin - you just have to begin.In this episode, you will learn:How to intuitively notice if it's time to expand or create change.How to take messy action.Why being creative in exploring new ways of doing things WILL bring you new results .The importance of slowing down and creating space.Links:Activate Your Passion with Podcasting

Have you ever felt the energy physically drain out of your body upon arriving to work or like you have to drag yourself to do the stuff you've worked so hard to be able to do? That feeling of "I SHOULD be happy"? In today's episode, your host Christina Barsi is joined once again by guest Kara Bitar, the creator of The Optimize Your Life coaching and programs and she is on a mission to show you how you can live in your natural state of joy, abundance, creativity and passion for life. Kara has joined Barsi on the show twice before, and the last time they spoke back in 2021, their conversation set Barsi on a long journey of trying to navigate back to her own truth and her own creativity, joy and ease. Today we talk about how we know when something is off, how to trust that intuitive nudge that there might be a better way or that there is more for us if we choose to find it. In today's episode, Kara & Barsi talk about how we know when something is off, how to trust that intuitive nudge to take the requir