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  Most think that Self-Confidence is the KEY ingredient to succeed in life… While Self-Confidence is a vital component to succeeding at anything great in life, I believe SELF-TRUST is the MVP. Self-Trust is YOU betting on YOUR POTENTIAL in life vs what is more commonly done- suppress +deny it. If you’re ready to unleash it + stop the cycle of settling, then this episode is a MUST listen. I expand on my recent Instagram post about the 3 essential principles that build unbreakable levels of SELF-trust. In this episode, I talk about: The importance of backing up your words with actions How + why to listen + follow your intuition How to lead with your heart to avoid external dependence + disharmony to your authenticity Staying loyal to your potential + refusing to settle for less than you know you’re capable of Defining who you are + who you’re becoming to live with purpose, authenticity, conviction + autonomy Putting yourself in the arena to seek the fight and cultivate a healthy spark of c

This week we have Alison Marras returning to the show.   My girl is an incredible nutritional therapy practitioner. After being diagnosed with PCOS and Hashimoto’s Autoimmune Disease, Alison put her illness into remission (plus gave birth to a beautiful baby girl) by transforming her diet + lifestyle. Now she’s passionate about helping others find enjoyable holistic healing and overcome the exhaustion of restrictive diets + fitness fads. She has an abundance of knowledge designed to empower your health journey.   This conversation is an epic starting point. We touch on many topics that will help integrate your own experiences + outline the shifts you can begin making today. In this episode we dive into: Stabilizing your nervous system for increased rest + digest regeneration How to optimize your vagal tone + HRV to promote a parasympathetic state + help the body recover The fight, flight, freeze, fawn responses + the significant impact they have on your gut health Various environmental, food

This week’s episode is a Solosode where we’re diving deep into an Instagram caption I shared in this post that read: “Words cast spells. When you intentionally shift your SELF-talk to a frequency that matches your ideal SELF you literally start to shift your entire BEING into the ultimate version of you.”   In this episode, I expand on: The audible + inaudible influence SELF-talk has and how SELF-awareness helps to capture these conversations How to elevate the frequency of your words to match your true SELF The ways you’re a powerful creator shaping your life, not the other way around. The importance of ending your dialogue on a higher frequency to generate more confidence, SELF-love, and reverence Becoming an alchemist of words to create a feeling that will inspire action + move you through life’s challenges   When you become the master of your language, you will simultaneously become the MAGIC you want to experience in life (more on this coming in my book Magnetic Feminine releasing l

This week’s guest is adversity alchemist, 3x author + podcast host, Doug Bopst.  Doug’s story is nothing short of inspiring. As a former drug addict and felon turned successful entrepreneur and fitness trainer, he’s paving the way to help others turn their adversities into advantages. Doug’s been featured in many major media outlets including The Today Show, Men’s Health, Dr. Drew, and Thrive Global, just to name a few. I’m stoked to have him on the show to share his exceptional experiences with you + the tools to empower your highest potential. In this episode, we talk about: Doug’s backstory that led to his perpetual victimhood mindset + the pivotal moment that changed everything for him Cultivating positive word choices to overcome + maximize challenges  How to reinvent yourself by consciously changing your belief system + enhancing your environment The 3 A’s for change: awareness, acceptance, action The importance of pairing SELF-love with radical SELF-honesty + personal responsibilit

This week we have Matt Gottesman returning to the show for part 2 of our last episode 168 with Matt. For those who don’t yet know Matt, he’s a business strategist, digital consultant, writer, content creator, podcaster, and international brand architect, helping companies reach their goals and scale. He’s worked with prestigious brands like Louis Vuitton, Moet, Hennessy, and more.  I personally frame this magnetic + prolific man as a LIFE ARTIST, which you will easily get upon listening to him. Prepare for another epic, REAL, raw, and deep conversation that Matt always delivers on. This segment is centered around “the goal of YOU.” Listen, the satisfaction of external validation + possessions only lasts for so long. Achieving the goal of being YOU, authentically, is a satisfaction that will never fade. In this episode we touch on: Getting great at letting go and relying on SELF-trust to find abundance The ease that comes from consistency + how it develops our trust with others Discerning Fear vs. i

This week we have my prolific + profound friend, Matt Gottesman returning to the show. Matt’s first episode on BlackBeltBeauty Radio hit so many listeners in the heart + for legitimate reasons: this is where all of Matt creates from. His thought process and depths of SELF-awareness are vast + rich with meaning + purpose. The conversation we had on the show last time was filled with so many incredible wisdom gems + served so many of you tremendous value, I had to bring him back on and soon. The world needs more of Matt’s mindset + heart’s wisdom on loudspeaker + especially right now. For those who don’t yet know Matt, he’s a business strategist, digital consultant, writer, content creator, podcaster, and international brand architect, helping companies reach their goals and scale. He’s worked with prestigious brands like Louis Vuitton, Moet, Hennessy, and more.  I personally frame this magnetic + prolific man as a LIFE ARTIST, which you will easily get upon taking this incredible talk in.   In this e

This week’s episode is an Instasode where I expand on the potent caption I shared in this post that reads” “Knowing when to strike is a skill. Knowing when to surrender is an art.” In this episode, I dive into: Ways to harmonize masculine + feminine energy + why this is so important. Understanding" the power of pause" so you can lead as your most authentic SELF. Identifying feelings of “burnout” and the path to it. How to root into BEING energy + stay in the driver's seat of your process. Finding creative flow through heART work. And much more…. This Solosode is a timeless + rich episode that I feel you will appreciate no matter where you are in your process + journey.   Let me know how this episode impacted you via IG in the comments, DMs + story shares-- I love continuing the conversation with you all so be sure to tag @roxylook @blackbeltbeauty   If you have specific topics you’d like me to touch on in upcoming episodes, shoot me a DM over at @roxylook  Enjoy! xRx LADIES GET YO

This week’s guest is supplement scientist + nutrition expert, Dr. William Wallace.  My passion + curiosity in all things nutrition + supplementation has had me hooked on Dr. Wallace’s genius for some time now.  He is an outstanding communicator, and educator + has respectable experience working with some of the leading supplementation brands. He offers high-quality, evidence-based information in his areas of expertise + delivers practical suggestions on how the majority can implement supplementation + optimize nutrition to upgrade health.    In this episode, we hit on the topics of: ‘Systems Theory’ - proving how one area directly affects all others Nutrigenomics + the metabolization of the primary macronutrients How nutrition impacts cognitive function, energy, and mood Why it’s important to invest in your health now, rather than pay later (and ways to start!) What supplements can actually cause damage if not properly dosed   Dr. Wallace’s top supplements recommendat

This week’s episode is a special one, where I reflect on my 43rd year of life and set intentions for level 44. I often hear people resisting age, feeling disempowered by their number, or desperate to age gracefully. This solosode is here to redefine the term “getting older” and empower you to age like a badass so you can look + feel your best. In this episode, I talk about…. Cultivating gratitude around the simplistic beauty of being alive What “aging like a badass” means to me + my ultimate priorities Shifting focus from chasing time to chasing energy How curiosity serves as the fountain of youth  Self-reflective journaling prompts to fortify your level in life Let me know how this episode impacted you via IG in the comments, DMs + story shares-- I love continuing the conversation with you all so be sure to tag @roxylook @blackbeltbeauty If you have specific topics you’d like me to touch on in upcoming episodes, shoot me a DM over at @roxylook  Enjoy! xRx STAY CONNECTED INSTAGRAM:

This epic episode is a continuation of my conversation with my girl, Lisa Bilyeu. If you don’t know Lisa already, she’s a badass warrior for women. She is as real as it gets and is one of my dearest friends who literally walks her talk to the core. Lisa is the founder of Women of Impact and co-founder of the billion dollar company, Quest Nutrition. She recently wrote her first book, Radical Confidence: 10 No-BS Lessons on Becoming the Hero of Your Own Life, which is a masterful playbook for confidence building that we dive deeper into. In part one, we teased out Lisa’s topics in new book RADICAL CONFIDENCE such as radical SELF-honesty, emotional discipline, and overcoming internal + external criticism. If you haven’t taken EP 163 in yet, you definitely want to check that one out too- it’s a high dose of empowering energy with tacts and strategies to help you develop your super hero, radically confident self. In this episode we hit on the topics of: Utilizing SELF-compassion as a high-performance tool to com

On the show this week, we have my badass Lisa Bilyeu girl returning for another empowering conversation. Lisa is a warrior for women. She’s the founder of Women of Impact and co-founder of the billion-dollar company, Quest Nutrition. She recently wrote her first book, Radical Confidence: 10 No-BS Lessons on Becoming the Hero of Your Own Life, and we DROPPED IN DEEP on all aspects of her incredible book. I see this epic book “the playbook for confidence”. It’s a work of pure heART + strategy in becoming the most authentic, capable version of you. This is where radical confidence lives. In this episode, we hit on the topics of…. ‘Emotional Sobriety’- how to identify, feel, and process your emotions + optimize them to serve you. SELF-Awareness and radical SELF-honesty to navigate life’s toughest questions. Overcoming “I should” and “I can’t statements” to reach your goals. How to befriend your inner critic + approach outside criticism in order to refine your path in full authenticity. Mission vs. goal

Today’s solosode is very close to my heart. As you may know, I’ve been a lifelong writer and journaling is a big part of that expression for me. It’s what I call “my favorite room” because it’s where I get to connect with my most authentic SELF in complete freedom + safety.  In this episode I share…  How + why journaling evokes a connection with your most Authentic Self How journaling strengthens your Self-Awareness, Self-esteem, Self-love, courage, habits + performance. Where my journaling practice began + how it has evolved. Ways to cultivate a deeper relationship with yourSELF through journaling The inspiration behind my newest creation, You Are The Path, a guided/illustrated Self-Actualization journaling book + why I believe this mystical journal will serve YOU at the highest level.   Let me know how this episode impacted you via IG in the comments, DMs + story shares-- I love continuing the conversation with you all so be sure to tag @roxylook @blackbeltbeauty.  Be sure to

It’s time to stop chasing time and start chasing energy.  This new Solosode is all about cultivating more healthy + sustainable ENERGY in your days so you can show up as the most kickass version of you. In addition to sharing the WHY behind this idea, I share my own daily holistic rituals, nutrition, and movement patterns to ignite some ideas that may support your process of chasing more energy.  My goal is to help you find what works best for you and your own schedule to reach optimal levels of productivity + fulfillment. In this episode, I dive into… A morning ritual that stabilizes your energy + develops self-awareness An evening ritual that supports restorative sleep. The trifecta of power: your attention, time, energy. Foods that fuel health, recovery, longevity + energy and still serve as a source of pleasure. Physical, mental, and emotional “tiredness” + how to avoid depletion and spark inspiration. The different kinds of “tired” + which version you want to be aiming for.  

This week’s awesome guest is coach, speaker, and Imposter Syndrome expert, Alison Shamir. Alison brings a refreshingly unique perspective to confidence-building + Imposter Syndrome with integrated elements of neuroscience + her own journey with Imposter Syndrome. As Alison emerged from her work as a tech + media corporate leader for 15 years to become a highly successful entrepreneur, she encountered her fair share of challenges. With a history of workplace harassment, the death of a close friend, and deep-rooted childhood home life issues, Alison found herself in the midst of a severe panic attack at work one day with the crippling fear of being “found a fraud”. This was the moment she learned about Imposter Syndrome which set her on the path to find a cure and help other women do the same. Alison authentically lives the ‘Seek The Fight’ motto by facing her challenges head-on and conquering each of them. As she states, “the only way through fear is action.” She’s on the show today to guide you to your own he

This week’s guest is soulful artist and author of Ebb & Flow, Deja Rae.  Deja is a writer, explorer, and dreamer. Since she was young, her inquisitive mind has led her on a perpetual journey towards enlightenment and self-discovery. Both introspective and analytical, Deja’s work focuses on identifying patterns in the world and articulating shared human emotions. With a bachelor's degree in psychology and an ongoing master’s degree in international development, Deja hopes to use her education and creative skills to empower others to chase after their most authentic selves What initially drew me to Deja’s work (which ironically is also the inspiration behind her next book) was this profound caption on one of her posts: “the capacity to love is based on the capacity to be alone.” Each poem and prose Deja has created is a work of art that echoes the BBB standard of SELF-love, SELF-trust, and SELF-empowerment. I’m so excited for you to discover her magic + wisdom in this episode. In this conversation, Dej

This week’s guest is creative powerhouse Gia Goodrich.  Gia is an award-winning photographer, podcaster, YouTuber + keynote speaker. Through her multimedia presence, she inspires her audience to be the boldest, truest version of themselves.  Gia’s YouTube channel is dedicated to authentic brand building and has received over 2.5 million views, which says her audience is definitely watching (and for good reason!). I want to encourage ALL content creators who operate on camera to check her channel out ASAP because she gives EXCELLENT advice + tactics on “the what, the why + the how” to create powerful, captivating media content, ALL while being 100% YOU. I love her badass voice on her show: “Only The Bold” Podcast an empowered space for rebels + life creatives who are committed to owning their Authenticity and the power that lives within.  Having Gia on this show was so much fun– it was supercharged with a very REAL expression of the challenges + triumphs we can find ourselves in on the path to S

This week’s guest is the talented + lovely Emma Guns.  Widely known for her podcast, The Emma Guns Show, that has reached over 10 million downloads, living on iTunes Top 10 Charts and has landed features in Stylist and Cosmo.  Emma is also a remarkable beauty, health, and lifestyle writer, presenter and brand consultant. She’s been actively working as OK! Magazine’s beauty editor for 10 years now.  In addition, Emma’s writing can be found in popular publications such as Women’s Health, The Telegraph, and Weight Watchers, just to name a few. What I love most about Emma is her RAW + REAL approach to self-development, beauty, health, and really, her overall approach to life. This episode gives a refreshing insight into what it’s all really about- a deeper sense of SELF love, purpose, and awareness. In this conversation, Emma + I dive into… The ability to receive compliments without deflecting them.  SEEKING the fights in life to reclaim your personal power. Setting strong boundaries + o

This week’s empowering guest is Darleen Santore aka Coach Dar. Darleen is a board-certified occupational therapist, healthcare business executive, author, speaker, and mental conditioning coach for global leaders, CEOs, and elite athletes. She’s passionate about helping people break through barriers to achieve their goals. Coach Dar was awarded the Most Inspiring Woman award by the WNBA and has used her unique style of science, psychology, and achievement to take her clients to high levels of excellence. She is an advocate of the idea that leading a life of impact and fulfillment doesn’t happen by accident. I firmly back that up.  If you’re ready to raise the bar in your life and reignite your innate gifts then tune into this episode. Coach Dar and I largely discuss: Coach Dar’s inspirational backstory of overcoming a stroke at 25 and being left with a blood clot in the brain + her nonlinear, epic career journey  How to cultivate authentic leadership  Standards of excellence demonstrated

Today’s Solosode is super special because not only is it the final episode of 2021 but also the 4 year anniversary of BlackBeltBeauty Radio. As you’ll learn in this EP, launching this podcast four years ago was one of the most courageous things I’ve ever done in the pursuit of being loyal to my most authentic SELF + evolution as an artist. The growth and connections that have come from it have been beyond my wildest dreams. I’m honored that I get to continuously create forward while empowering your highest potential in life. In this episode I touch on: Conquering fear to live the fullest expression of YOU. Vital questions to ask yourself as you enter 2022 with deep intention. What it means to be worthy of the battle AND the victory How to empower the artist that lives within you + DESTROYING “the box” (HERE IS THE POST I READ IN THE EP) Honoring your truth to stay aligned with your highest SELF. From the bottom of my heart thank YOU for being on this ultra-inspired journey with me. Every single s

This week’s guest is holistic health pioneer and exceptional dietician, Michelle Shapiro. I absolutely love the message that this hilarious, passionate, fiery, and equally down-to-earth New Yorker is fortifying the world through her business + her most authentic self. Especially today when there’s so much fear, uncertainty, and health challenges that oppose our lifestyles, Michelle connects us to the empowering TRUTH, that we decide how good we want to feel in our lives + to NOT settle for suboptimal health.  In her career, she is dedicated to helping executives heal from digestive issues and chronic stress so they can lose weight and restore their energy, all while experiencing a deeper connection with themselves, their food, and their life. Having been through a 90-pound weight loss journey herself, Michelle has incredible knowledge and insight as to what the process of true healing looks like.  In this episode we discuss: The benefits of quality functional medicine + nutrition The benefits of q