I Heart My Life Show

Our brains are what makes us human and differentiates us from other primates. They’re big, they’re heavy, and they are as complex as the universe itself. They are also constantly changing and evolving. So it’s safe to say that learning as much as we can about the human brain is never a bad idea. After all, our neurological makeup controls much of who we are and what we do… or so some would say. But in today’s episode, I’ve invited a specialist of the brain, the brilliant Dr. Philippe Douyon, who does not believe in this inevitability. Dr. Douyon is a Board Certified Neurologist who helps high-performance individuals and business leaders crack the code to hacking the most powerful tool at our disposal… you’ve guessed it, the human brain!  In this episode, he and I will be discussing the many interesting facets of the human brain, what neuroplasticity is, how the brain changes and evolves over time, how to rewire our brains for better performance (and a better life), and more. Dr. Douyon will also be busti

Have you ever thought about your spirit like a source, a potent energy full of divine wisdom? If you haven’t, allow us to refresh your perspective a bit.  Spirituality is intertwined with the human experience, and currently making its comeback through media and business. And because it’s re-emerging amidst the age of hustle culture, we’re now able to address our spiritual burnout more than ever.  Your body, mind, and soul are all connected, so if you learn to work with them on a deeper level... your healing (and possibilities) become abundant. Which is exactly what Dr. Erin discovered on her pursuit of truth, healing, and alignment! Dr. Erin, also known as the Doctor of Divinity, is a multifaceted guru in her own right. After suffering a stillbirth in her early twenties, she was spiritually broke— and seeking to create her own wealth.  Now she’s made it her mission to educate the masses on the energetics of trauma to heighten our healing at the soul level. It’s through her top-rated podcast, be

For many people, bearing the weight of the world can feel heavy and almost never-ending. As a society, we’ve been conditioned to do so much: push through, focus on the next best thing, and seldom stop to take in the moment.  But just imagine if we were given the tools, time, and space to embrace our journey and focus on the deeper feelings that mold it. Entertain that reality in your mind… because it can be yours! And way sooner than you might believe… Working in the coaching and entrepreneurial space has opened me up to the ever-evolving world of mindset work. Even before I launched my own business, I always sought to cultivate alignment in my life.  So over the years, I’ve made it a point to address it in my ongoing conversations with both colleagues and friends. Which, you can imagine, was beyond eye-opening for me and everyone I’ve worked with… This is why this week’s IHML Show is all about the recent transformational mindset hacks that I’m implementing. I’m sharing the three mindset shifts I’m

What if I were to tell you that your imagination may be what’s holding you back from the infinite breadth of possibility... and there’s no one “right path” for you to follow?  I know that may sound counterproductive to everything you’ve been taught about creating and manifesting, but it’s part of today’s conversation on IHML. What you believe about yourself and your desires is only going to frame you, not free you. In order to fully experience life, you have to open yourself to all of it. That total and complete surrender might sound terrifying, impossible even, but it’s not.  For wellbeing creator and transformational artist Dorota Stanczyk, releasing everything she believed (and wanted) was the key to her second (and most abundant) life chapter. Dorota Stanczyk comes from a rich line of healers. Her family possesses various gifts, ranging from clairvoyance to being mediums. And although Dorota knew exactly where she came from, she rejected that part of her in every sense. So much so she acquired a

Pregnancy is a big part of a mother’s journey. It has its ups and downs, and it is filled with incredible memories. However, not all is always so bright and happy for pregnant women. Sometimes, you just find yourself lost and overwhelmed by everything that comes with the experience. Those feelings are perfectly natural.  Women go through a lot of changes, physical and mental, during pregnancy, and when they don’t have the help they need, it can be a pretty daunting experience. Which is why women like Melissa Ambrosini are a godsend! Melissa is a proud mama, author, and podcaster. She is brilliant and beautiful, and today, she’s here to help women like you and me (because, as I’ve announced a few episodes ago, I am pregnant!!) have a blissful pregnancy by teaching them how to prepare for this unique experience. Her business is all about helping future mamas learn about conscious conception, love their bodies and the changes that happen to it during pregnancy, and truly enjoy those nine months of bliss. Li

The biggest breakthroughs ensue when you surrender to your feeling(s). Yes, even the negative ones.  Basking in the bad feels, instead of bypassing them, might just be the key to overcoming your greatest setbacks and difficulties.  Why? Because your most negative feelings, physical or otherwise, are trying to tell you what you need to hear most: you are strong and capable of withstanding anything. Feelings, both positive and negative, are embodiments of our intuition. So when we ignore the pain of a bad back injury or can’t admit that our marriage is failing, we aren’t following our knowing. And in turn, limiting our beliefs that we can experience vibrant, larger-than-life opportunities.  So when Skip Kelly was offered a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to build his own brand in public speaking, he knew he wasn’t ready.  He knew there was so much more inside him just waiting to be released, so that he could return to this opportunity (or one similar) with the wisdom, grace and fulfillment he

There are infinite ways we can showcase our love. We can shower our loved ones with affirmations, spoil them with gifts, make time for quality experiences— really the list is endless! So why is it we become so paralyzed by the thought of showing ourselves similar graciousness? It’s because real acceptance and growth come from forgiveness and responsibility, not passivity and resentment. We’ve been conditioned to act (and believe) the latter, but now’s a more perfect time than ever to release that painful pressure and be free. Whether they are good, bad, or downright dark, our experiences are valid. And we shouldn’t expect ourselves to move through them in a linear fashion, like a train on a schedule.  The intelligence of our emotions should be what guides our path, instead of some made up checkpoints. That’s one of the infinitely inspirational ideas I picked up from a new read of mine, written by a dear friend and true visionary: Danielle LaPorte. Danielle LaPorte is a best-selling author, inspirational

There’s no bond like the one between a child and a parent. So it’s no wonder that choosing to be a mother, or a parent in its entirety, is a powerful journey in itself.  The physical, emotional, and even spiritual connection you and your child have nearly transcends the relationship you have with yourself alongside everything you’ve built in your life. Which, admittedly, can be scary at first— trust me, I would know.  My husband James and I have been enjoying this budding new stage in our life: growing our family. I’m nearly twenty weeks along in my first pregnancy, and so much has already happened!  But believe me, this beautiful journey started long before I rejoiced with an unexpected yet expected (this will make more sense when you listen to the episode!) positive pregnancy test in hand.  I knew that I was always destined to be a mother, but there were other facets to me that proved just as meaningful to my life. Which, in turn, has magnified my pure instinct to navigate this journey a

The messy mistakes of entrepreneurship go to show that everything evolves from nothing— or something we believe to be nothing.  Mistakes are the reminders that not everything is meant to work out the way we expect or want, but that doesn’t mean they aren’t meant for us.  In many cases, like Jaclyn Johnson’s, the messy mistakes were integral to the trajectory of the beautiful journey to personal success! Jaclyn Johnson, “the ultimate multi-hyphenate,” never thought she would be an entrepreneur. After moving to LA and getting let go from her marketing job, she had no idea what was in store for her career. Meanwhile, she was circulating events as a blogger, at a time in which blogging was considered the wild west of the Internet. When she miraculously met another ambitious woman with an idea for a company (at one of these very same events), Jaclyn was in!  Before she knew it, Jaclyn was running the social media and creative side of her very own marketing agency: No Subject. It’s been over a decade

What does wealth mean to you? Is it a fridge fully stocked from Whole Foods, a lucrative savings account, and luxury getaways? Or maybe spending time with those you love? Everybody experiences wealth in various ways, but rarely do we take the time to reflect on if we actually feel wealthy at the subconscious level. Because the reality is very few of us were taught about money mindset, or how to empower ourselves with it! I’m sure many of us grew up seldom hearing about the importance of financial literacy. Sure, you were taught about checkbooks and savings and even spending habits. But were you ever instilled with tools to bridge the gap between your behaviors and desires? Chances are, you weren’t. But that doesn’t mean you're destined to live the rest of your life stuck in your old ways— or a shallow spending budget.  Like you, Walli Miller grew up believing she was adequate at money management. But after receiving an income report in her mid-twenties, she realized she had nothing to show for all her ha

If the sky was the limit, what’s the highest achievement possible for you? A six-figure salary, a growing family, juicy benefits, the “perfect” body? And before you really think about your answer, let me ask you something: is this the language in which your heart and soul authentically speak to you? Chances are, probably not!  So here’s the thing: we've been conditioned by the phenomenon of ‘milestones’, and as a result, relying on the final outcome for happiness. But these accomplishments are only a fraction of the greater formula for our dream life. Our dream life is really a blend of powerful questioning, redefining success (to our standards), and redirecting our instincts in times of complete disruption. The outcome is never absolute, so why force ourselves to live according to that false truth? That’s exactly what Tiffany Paul started to ask herself years into living her ‘dream life’. Although her life on paper was seemingly picture-perfect, Tiffany started to feel the inkling that there was more fo

Entertain this wild idea for a moment: your life is as good (if not, better) as you dream it to be. There’s no fear or confusion surrounding your success because you already have it as you imagine— maybe even beyond. Just imagine how much your life would change if you permitted yourself to let that vision become a real possibility… because guess what? It’s possible. And I know that to be fact because I myself experienced it. Back when I was in the throes of my quarter-life crisis, I was searching for something bigger. I craved community, compassion, and clarity surrounding my desires. And like all of you, I wasn’t provided with the proper tools and resources to make those goals attainable. I thought I had to burn myself to the brim in order to experience that pinnacle of success. Truth be told, that backfired. But instead, I found a new flame of inspiration that’s changed the way I ran my life— and business! If you’ve been following me for a while, you know I’ve launched many memberships. My most recent one c

Are you someone who’s envisioned their big picture goal as living in alignment? And if you haven’t found your life’s passion or purpose yet, does it feel like you’re resorting to your career as a validation crutch? You pick job after job out of an imaginary hat, wishing that whatever opportunity came your way would be the answer to your desires. If any of this resonates, you know deep down there’s more for you than a checklist of successes. When we dream of who we want to be and how we want to live, we’re subconsciously channeling our inner power for inspiration. But when we’re faced with a real challenge or discomfort that asks us to step into our next level self, we shy back into our fear. It’s because alignment requires the energetic work many of us don’t believe we can accomplish… which makes it all that more crucial to your total transformation. Kelly Marcyniuk was one of the determined ones, even when doubt and scarcity stood in her way. She had enough dabbling of jobs and hoped to discover the passion

When you paint your big picture for life, what do you envision? Is your dream both balanced and abundant, exciting but stable? You desire the freedom to experience next-level opportunities while creating an impactful (and sustainable) legacy— the ideal work/life balance! And yes, it’s true… both of these possibilities can exist simultaneously! But it requires stepping out of your comfort zone, embracing your own ideas, and getting ahead of the corporate game. I’m sure many of you daydream at your work desk, thinking about what could be if you were given the space and time to explore other avenues of profit. Chances are the idea of a side hustle has intrigued those thoughts at one point! With remote work and passive income opportunities sweeping the entrepreneurial space, pretty much anyone with drive and creativity can manifest major money (and other luxuries).  Although side hustles empower you to unlock your multi-passionate self, there’s some growth to be had mentally and spiritually. Women like Julie

We’ve all grown comfortable working in our loungewear and favorite Lululemons since COVID completely changed work culture. But does that mean you should bid a forever goodbye to the luxury of dressing up and experimenting with your look? Not at all! In fact… it’s time you reintroduce the fun of fashion into your everyday life! And this isn’t just for vanity-sake…  There’s an inherent, powerful connection between how you look and how you feel. On days you don’t want to leave your (adorable) pajama set, Netflix and chill is the only thing on your agenda. But when you’re meeting friends for a lively dinner or hitting a new vacation spot, you want to pull out all your show stopping wardrobe features! So what’s to say you can’t find a happy medium (and achieve success along the way)? Playing with style was always in the cards for Katie Allen. Fashion was her calling but chose to check other boxes with a traditional marketing career. So when COVID hit and she was without a job, Katie was left with the time and

The women in our community crave a life encompassing everything that lights us up, ranging from our career to travel to creativity. And I’ve seen firsthand many women change their life course by following through with their ideas and desires. Over the years, I’ve (Emily) had to undergo some serious ups and downs to discover what alignment looks like to me— and how I want to inspire that in others. When I launched I Heart My Life in 2014, I was operating from a heart-centered space of desire. I was barely making $25K as a matchmaker in London and knew there was more destined for myself, soon learning that I wasn’t alone. I created the IHML community because it was the space I needed to follow my dreams, and desired to include the many other heart-centered women looking for the same thing. Now I Heart My Life has morphed into something beyond my wildest imagination! Recently, I had a blast sharing my story on another podcast hosted by one of our clients and friends Victoria Fenton. I wanted to share this interv

When the seas are choppy and the storm brews around you, how do you best navigate to safety? Do you follow a beacon of hope or find that guiding light within? Truthfully, we all have the ability to be that bright beam of relief in times of chaos— for ourselves and others. But that means channeling all our resources, wisdom, and bravery to take the adventure head-on. Which is why it’s absolutely important to learn how to navigate disruption in life (and business!)... so you don’t get lost in the sea of failure. You’ve experienced disruption one way or another. It’s defined as an event or series of them that ultimately alter your desired course of action. It could be losing a job, enduring a global pandemic, and in many cases of business, undergoing a serious transition. Which is something that innovative entrepreneur and tourism guru David Giersdorf experienced firsthand— ultimately becoming the master of navigating disruption. After his family lost their thriving Alaskan tourist business to a large company, D

Are you living for true fulfillment or the “next best thing”? If you answer the latter, then it’s certainly manifesting in your daily life (and in ways, you don’t even realize). The chronic fatigue, painfully low vibrations, even your food choices! Our physical health is typically the first to experience the most aggressive symptoms of not living for fulfillment. So why are we still being conditioned to bypass these terrible feelings? A lot of the time, those deliciously salty foods and long hours at the gym aren’t going to give you the joy that you’re looking for. But there are powerful resources and communities out there who know the truth: you have the power and ability to really heal. And like all major transformations, this one must start from within you.  Powerful manifestors like Mona Sharma have utilized this same innate power to rediscover what joy really is. When she was desperate for relief, Mona laid it all out on the table— literally. Having two heart surgeries (one of which she was a

Declare your desires, don’t dismiss them! Now it is more imperative than ever to live with unapologetic authenticity in every facet of life. And yes, that certainly includes business! When creating and sustaining a livelihood, you’re not just looking for an income— you’re craving a source of freedom. And you want it to deeply align with your crucial values, the dream-worthy vision… everything that ignites the vibrant fire in your belly.  It’s time you stop feeling bad or question the importance of your wants, and instead declare your desires for what they are. The strong want for things to come into fruition, knowing deep down it has the power to alter your life’s beautiful course. Because who knows where those dreams can take us. New places, opportunities, =meaningful connections… everything that we all dream of having, including Stacey Sargsion. I had the pleasure of working with Stacey back in 2015 when she enrolled in one of my first courses. It was designed to guide you on making $6K in a span of ni

When you blend transformation with travel, there’s no telling what massively positive shifts are in store. So when James and I started brainstorming how to make Bora Bora an IHML reality, we desired more than just a luxury retreat. From the moment our attendees set foot off their boat on this indescribably beautiful (and remote) island, we wanted them to embody a new level of change. More importantly, embrace a refreshingly well-earned reality. This IHML Experience was special for numerous reasons. Not only was it a first for our clients, but for us as well! I’ve been desiring to see this South Pacific paradise for myself forever, but this specific trip has been snowballing since 2017. Bora Bora is this oasis some people dream of visiting, fantasizing about making it a retirement or late-life travel spot. But why should we force ourselves to wait for that type of energizing experience? James and I are all about collapsing timelines, and this opportunity made for the perfect catalyst! To ensure this transforma