This week we have Jasmine Garnsworthy back on the pod for round 2. Jasmine is the founder of Female Founder World, the fastest growing community, podcast and media resource for women in business today that I have referenced several times on this podcast. In this episode we talk about limiting beliefs she had to let go of in order to step into this role as founder and thought leader and tangible tools as to how she did that, we get into our views on the media landscape, getting comfortable starting wherever you’re at and the main pain points female founders are facing today.Some Questions I Ask:How can someone know the difference between something that is simply not working versus when it's time to go for the next milestone? (19:43)What is something that you're noticing is the most significant pain point for founders today? (36:53)In This Episode, You Will Learn:How Jasmine let go of limiting beliefs that no longer served her (13:23)How she came to the decision to shut down her previous business (19:53)What is Female Founder World? (34:13)Jasmine's thoughts on founders being the face of brands (39:53)What works and what doesn't in media today? (43:43)Visit Female Founder World's websiteFFW Geneva Group ChatFollow Jasmine on Instagram or TikTokOr connect with her on LinkedInSophie's Instagram: @sophieiweillFollow us on Instagram: @ActiveIngredient Connect with the community on Geneva: HERE Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week's episode is about what I consider the antidote to almost every mental ailment: connection. I'm sharing five tangible tools that I always always rely on. In This Episode, You Will Learn:A few AI updates (2:10)This week's letting go and letting in (5:00)As humans, we are wired for connection (7:40)Why you should keep an eye out for the quick fix trap (10:20)Accept feeling disconnected is part of being human (13:00)Move your body, expel energy (15:10)Writing to let it out (18:30)Nature is healing (21:20)Resources:Sage + Sound WebsiteSophie's Instagram: @sophieiweillFollow us on Instagram: @ActiveIngredient Connect with the community on Geneva: HERE Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week's episode is all about PR and brand building. Once a month, I'll be sharing an episode on all things brand building and will answer any questions you have! In This Episode, You Will Learn:A bit about how I got into PR and why I started the Active Ingredient podcast (4:20)Life grows externally in proportion to how stable it is inward (7:00)PR is a long game (9:00)What is PR at its core? (10:45)How to create a compelling pitch (14:00)How to know a founder or a brand is ready to invest in PR (17:40)How to get into PR and brand building (23:40)Sophie's Instagram: @sophieiweillFollow us on Instagram: @ActiveIngredient Connect with the community on Geneva: HEREAffiliate Marketing For Publicists Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week, I'm joined by Larissa May, a digital wellness activist and pioneer in the digital well-being space who works tirelessly with giants like Pinterest and Maybelline to create a healthier digital future. #HalfTheStory, the non-profit she created, worried about the role social media plays in the lives of young people, turned into a global movement that shapes laws and education programs oriented to kids and their relationship with phones, social media, and technology.In this episode, you'll hear about Larissa's social media addiction, identity crisis, and suicidal thoughts that shaped the birth of "HalfTheStory. Larissa also shares many handy tips to regulate, modify, and improve our relationship with social media and phone usage. We also talk about digital flourishing: the positive connection with social media and tech that boosts social, emotional, and physical health, how to get in touch with our active ingredient, and much more. Some Questions I Ask:I'm very curious, what were you like as a kid? (9:27)Do you think there will be addiction centers for social media addiction? (32:15)In This Episode, You Will Learn:About Larissa's background story and the birth of #HalfTheStory (13:28)What is Digital Well-being (20:26)The tremendous benefits of Light Phones and greyscale (25:16)The opposite of addiction is community and connection (35:15)How to become better at self-validation (39:01)Resources Mentioned:Light PhoneVisit Larissa's websiteConnect with her on InstagramFollow her on TwitterFollow us on Instagram: @ActiveIngredient Connect with the community on Geneva: HERE Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sophie's Instagram: @sophieiweillFollow us on Instagram: @ActiveIngredient Connect with the community on Geneva: HERE Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today, I'm joined by the amazingly talented Hilary Sheinbaum, journalist, content creator, and author of The Dry Challenge, a judgment-free guide on how to "lose the booze" and completely change your relationship with alcohol. She has contributed to national, regional, and online publications like The New York Times, USA TODAY, Marie Claire, Travel + Leisure, New York Magazine, ELLE.com, and Forbes.com, to name a few. She also had multiple participations as a Lifestyle and Entertainment specialist in Fox & Friends, Inside Edition, The Insider, CBS, NBC, and PIX11. Throughout our conversation, Hilary talked about what attracted her to journalism, her experiences writing about cocktails and nightlife, and what changed her views on alcohol consumption. We also explore how choosing not to drink can affect personal and, in some cases, professional relationships, how bars and restaurants deal with non-alcoholic options in their menus, the benefits of being consistent in staying sober, and more. Some Questions I Ask:I'm curious, what were you like as a kid? What qualities little Hillary had? (4:41)What did you learn in that month, your first dry January? (14:16)What can people expect from your book, and who's it for? (35:46)In This Episode, You Will Learn:Hilary talks about how frustrating it can be looking for non-alcoholic options at bars and restaurants (10:42)Those who choose not to drink usually hear ridiculous questions (16:38)Hilary's advice for those who feel like doing a dry month and are worried about losing a friend or social connections (22:20)The average adult spends nearly two years of their life hungover (36:23)Visit Hilary's websiteConnect with her on InstagramGet her book, The Dry ChallengeFollow us on Instagram: @ActiveIngredient Connect with the community on Geneva: HERE Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week's episode is about what I believe is a missing element in the PR and Marketing conversation: the inner work creators should go through to create authentic and relatable pieces of content that are really easy to resonate with. We delve into using self-validation as starting point and guide for the content we put out there, how to feel comfortable choosing delayed gratification, the #1 question you should ask yourself before creating content, and I share a tangible way to teach your brain to rely more on self-validation than on external validation.In This Episode, You Will Learn:It is possible to tell when a creator is really bought into the idea they are trying to sell (1:52)External growth depends on your inner world (4:14)The #1 question to ask yourself before putting anything out there (6:25)The A, B, C of getting more press (10:01)How to train your brain to be more self-validation oriented (14:11)A piece of advice for content creators (17:23)Sophie's Instagram: @sophieiweillFollow us on Instagram: @ActiveIngredient Connect with the community on Geneva: HERE Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week's episode is with one of my favorite humans on earth, Janet Isabelli. She is one of my yoga teachers (I HIGHLY recommend her classes), she is a fellow PR gal with her own agency, Isabelli Partners, that focuses in the hospitality space and is also a licensed real estate agent. Throughout our conversation, we explore Janet's upbringing, the massive role music played in her life, the moments she felt disconnected from her true essence, and the rock bottom she went through that helped her change her life. We also discuss how to distinguish how much is enough in business, how to let go of shame, where PR is heading, how we define excellence, and much more. Some Questions I Ask:What were you like as a kid? What was your essence? (1:36)Throughout your life, have you ever lost connection with your core essence? (9:51)How do you actually let go of shame? (37:41)In This Episode, You Will Learn:How performing can connect people beyond consciousness (5:23)About Janet's brutal disconnection from her true essence (14:40)Janet's first steps into personal growth and a harmonious life: nurturing her body and soul (21:03)The excuses the ego finds to keep us unorganized (24:21)About how yoga showed Janet the path back to herself (31:13)The things Janet had to unlearn to nurture a growth mindset (45:24)Connect with Janet on InstagramVisit Janet's websiteConnect with Sophie here: @sophieiweillFollow us on Instagram: @ActiveIngredient Connect with the community on Geneva: HERE Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week's episode is all about Human Design, what it is, how it could be useful and how I've applied it to my own life. Human Design is a part science, part spiritual system of personality analysis and self-discovery that combines aspects of astrology, the I Ching, Kabbalah, and quantum physics.Resources:My Human Design Chart: https://www.myhumandesign.com/get-your-chart/My Human Design Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/human-design/id1637626050Jenna Zoé Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jennazoe/Sophie's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sophieiweill/Active Ingredient Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/activeingredient/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Solo episode on the importance of consistency and if it's more important to put out quality work vs. just putting out a consistent quantity. I'm curious about your thoughts! On this episode I go over my current struggle with consistency, human design, my inconsistent nature and trying to figure out how I want to operate within the framework. Human Design Chart Site: https://www.myhumandesign.com/get-your-chart/Human Design Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/human-design/id1637626050Sophie's IG: @sophieiweillSophie's TikTok: @sophieiweill Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week's solo episode is about answering the calling from within and, regardless of how uncomfortable it might feel, doing the things we feel the itch to do. We discuss the most common resistance points, the importance of staying in the game, the questions you should ask yourself to help you know you are making the right choices, and more. In This Episode, You Will Learn:The difference between a chaotic and a chronic calling (2:38)No one is born an expert (5:45)A bit about my first steps in and learning new tools (7:43)When things call you from the right place, it is easier to follow them (11:42)Take the first step, journal about it, dig deep, and trust the voice that is calling you (15:13)Sophie's Instagram: @sophieiweillFollow us on Instagram: @ActiveIngredient Connect with the community on Geneva: HERE  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week's episode is with Kira Jones and we're talking all about how to build your dream life, how to break into the wellness space, how to get a handle on your finances and let go of limiting labels. Kira is a wellness entrepreneur, creator, and founder of Cacti Wellness, an online Wellness Platform centered around what she has coined as Productive Wellness. On her platform she has content that ranges from 20 minute Workouts, breathwork and meditations to productivity tools like how to set smart goals, how to reverse engineer your goals, how to step into financial wellness, social media app must haves and so much more. On this episode we’re talking about working through our relationships to social media, how she worked through her anxiety and depression, not holding on to labels, creating a career in wellness, building your dream life that is personal to YOU and so much more. If you enjoyed this episode, I would really appreciate it if you could give the show a 5 star rating wherever you listen - it will help us grow to the next level! Some Questions I Ask:How did you start to separate yourself from the mental health issues you were struggling with? (13:38)What would you say to someone eager to create social media content but doesn't know where to start? (28:46)What is something you sure know that you wish everyone knew? (39:05)In This Episode, You Will Learn:Kira's thoughts on labeling mental health issues (7:55)The tools Kira used to avoid giving space to negative thoughts (12:49)About Kira's relationship with social media and how she balances her time creating and consuming content (25:04)The difference between pulling and pushing, and the importance of pivoting in life (35:51)Connect with Sophie on InstagramConnect with Kira on InstagramVisit Cacti's websiteJoin Cacti's community on GenevaFollow us on Instagram: @ActiveIngredient Connect with the community on Geneva: HEREResources mentioned:Expanded by To Be Magnetic podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week's solo is all about the practice of journaling and what it does for you. We talk about the power of journaling, common fears, helpful journal prompts, how to get started journaling, and how to effectively develop the daily habit of writing. Moleskine JournalSophie's Instagram: @sophieiweillFollow us on Instagram: @ActiveIngredient Connect with the community on Geneva: HERE Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

On this week's solo I'm sharing five questions I use to check in with myself before doing anything outside my comfort zone. Take what resonates and leave what doesn't! In This Episode, You Will Learn:I see you, and I'm doing it anyway (3:42)Why checking in with joy essential (8:33)See the world through the lens of your values (9:35)Two people I always check in with before doing anything (11:11)Is the process worth it? Would you learn something from it? (13:38)If no one else cared, would you do it anyway? (14:55)Sophie's Instagram: @sophieiweillFollow us on Instagram: @ActiveIngredient Connect with the community on Geneva: HERE Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week’s episode is a part 2 with licensed marriage and family therapist, career clarity coach and a yoga teacher, Charlotte Haigh, on all things therapy - what it is, what to expect from it, common questions and hesitations, how to find the right therapist, the role that labels play on how we operate, body wisdom and so much more. GIVEAWAYGift: Active Ingredient tote bag and hat! How to enter: give the podcast 5 stars and a review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or wherever you listen, take a screenshot and DM it to @activeingredinet plus follow the accountYou can listen to the first part of my interview with Charlotte HERE.Some Questions I Ask:Based on your experience, what can people expect from therapy sessions? How long until they might feel some significant change in their lives? (1:07)What is shadow work in therapy? What is your shadow, and how do you work with it in your sessions? (12:56)What would you say to someone curious about therapy and don't know what kind of therapist they should look for? (14:13)In This Episode, You Will Learn:Healing is not a linear process (2:38)The scary, dark thoughts are just trying to help you come home (7:25)How to find the right therapist (14:20)There is nothing harder than living in fear, carrying heavy backpacks of guilt, shame, and not-worthiness (20:27)Charlotte's advice for the seekers (28:49)Resources:Charlotte Haigh websiteBook: Mark Wolynn - It Didn't Start With You: How inherited family trauma shapes who we are and how to end the cycleConnect with Charlotte:InstagramSophie's Instagram: @sophieiweillActive Ingredient's Instagram: @ActiveIngredient Connect with the community on Geneva: HERE Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week’s episode is a deep dive on a topic I am very passionate about which is all about: therapy. Therapy has been one of the tools in my life that has truly helped me get to the core of so many things that were holding me back before. If done with the right person and the right techniques, I believe it is an indispensable tool that can completely change the trajectory of your life for the better. With that said, the guest of the show this week is Charlotte Haigh, an incredibly kind and wise human who happens to be both a licensed marriage and family therapist, career clarity coach and a yoga teacher. In this first part of the two-part series interview, we talk about all things therapy, intergenerational trauma, tools to regulate the nervous system, how to identify anxiety, what is trauma (spoiler alert: we all have trauma) and she also shares a lot of her own journey going from working in communications to finding her way to her calling as a therapist. Mental health resources:Psychology TodayBetter HelpSome Questions I Ask:What were you like as a kid? (10:33)What is therapy, what can we expect from it, and what is trauma? (16:04)In This Episode, You Will Learn:Therapy is a place to come home to yourself through exploration (18:24)The dark and the light within us can coexist (19:33)Intergenerational trauma and the events from our childhood that stick with us and leave a mark (23:04)We are all mirrors (28:12)Tips and tools to regulate the nervous system (35:57)How to realize we are clouded by anxiety (38:53)Resources:Charlotte Haigh websiteBook: Mark Wolynn - It Didn't Start With You: How inherited family trauma shapes who we are and how to end the cycleConnect with Charlotte:InstagramFollow us on Instagram: @sophieiweill @ActiveIngredient Connect with the community on Geneva: HERE Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join us for the first-ever Active Ingredient event in Miami on Sunday, January 22nd! Link to sign up is here.  Today, for our first interview of 2023, I decided to bring back the incredible Miami-based yoga instructor Mimi Ghandour. On her first time on the show, we learned about Mimi's upbringing story and how she used yoga to turn the poison of an abusive marriage into her own medicine and channel it into the light she shares with everyone on a daily basis. Today, we delve into all things yoga. What is yoga, what can you expect from practicing it constantly, and how can you apply its principles to your life, or what Mimi calls "yoga off the mat."  You can listen to Mimi's first appearance on Active Ingredient here.Join the Active Ingredient Geneva community hereSome Questions I Ask:How did you start becoming so real and raw? (14:04)When someone walks into your studio, what can they expect from practicing yoga with you? (21:48)What do you feel you had to unlearn and relearn in a resourceful way for you? (37:34)In This Episode, You Will Learn:What makes people who step into the mat different from anybody else (19:14)When new levels of wellness become your new baseline (27:31)You cannot force yourself to be happy all the time (39:12)If you don't learn from your mistakes, they'll keep showing up until you learn them (45:46)The power of surrounding yourself with the right people (53:42)Connect with Sophie on InstagramConnect with Mimi on InstagramFollow us on Instagram: @ActiveIngredient Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I can't believe this is the last Active Ingredient episode of the year!! Thank you so much for being here and for supporting the show - I am beyond excited for what is to come. In today's solo I'm talking about the importance of letting go in order to let in, building our trust muscle and the energy I want to bring into the new year. This episode is brought to you by Seed - my go to probiotic that I take every single day. If you want to try it out, use code ACTIVE for 15% off your first month's subscription of the DS-01™ Daily Synbiotic or go toseed.com/ACTIVE In This Episode, You Will Learn:This podcast is a destination for growth (6:25)Everything is a mirror (8:40)Why we must learn to let go lovingly (11:06)Why it feels so hard to trust ourselves (13:48)What is your body telling you when you feel the urge to numb yourself (18:12)Let's connect!Active Ingredient InstagramSophie Weill InstagramJoin the Active Ingredient Geneva Community Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If you're interested in joining our 2023 PR Strategy Course sign up here: https://www.nudenationrelations.com/2023-pr-course/intentional-2023-pr-strategy-courseThis week's episode is with the one and only Jaclyn Johnson who is the definition of multi hyphenate. She is most widely known for being the founder of Create and Cultivate which is a media destination and conference focused on giving women all the tools necessary to excel in life and business. This is Jaclyn's second time coming on the podcast and if you are not familiar with her and her story, I highly recommend you go back and listen to that episode that was recorded in 2020 where she talks all about her background and how she built Create and Cultivate. Since having her on the show back then, Jaclyn sold Create & Cultivate, launched a Venture Fund that invests in female founded companies and just recently launched a single serve wine company called Maie. I literally do not know how she does it but she is someone I respect the hell out of from a brand and life building perspective, her execution and her commitment to her growth and evolution. Listen to Jaclyn's first appearance on Active IngredientThis episode is brought to you by Seed - my favorite favorite pre and probiotic company - I've been taking it for years (3+). Use code ACTIVE for 15% off your first month of Seed's DS-01™ Daily Synbiotic https://seed.com/daily-synbiotic?utm_source=active_ingredient&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=15pSome Questions I Ask:What do you do to step into every new version of yourself? (10:24)How do you create stickiness within your new brand, Maie? (22:57)How has your identity shifted? (25:22)In This Episode, You Will Learn:A bit about the new hats Jaclyn is wearing nowadays (5:11)How to create bullet-proof confidence (13:07)Jaclyn's technique to identify good ideas and execute them (24:03)How coaching has helped Jaclyn step into a new mentality (29:53)PR new landscape. How to be more strategic with partnerships (37:10)Resources:Maie websiteNew Money Ventures websiteCreate & Cultivate websiteWorkParty PodcastConnect with Jaclyn:InstagramLet's connect!Active Ingredient InstagramSophie Weill InstagramJoin the Active Ingredient Geneva Community Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This we have Monique Meneses who is the founder of this amazing and recently launched bodycare brand that currently offers bodywashes and body serums and is truly disrupting the space called iota that is rooted in protecting and nourishing our skin microbiome. In case you’re wondering what the skin microbiome is - think of it like a collection of ecosystems that are the home to trillions of microorganisms essential for not only skin but our overall comprehensive health. Monique has spent her entire career working in the beauty space and has done everything from working in beauty editorial to helping grow brands like Peach & Lily and Gisou. In this episode we get into the health scare that started her skin microbiome journey, her whole reason for creating this product, the importance of protecting and nourishing your skin and why your overall skin should be considered just as you consider healthy food choices or clean face products. Iota is giving all Active Ingredient listeners 15% off your first order with code ACTIVE at checkout!This episode is brought to you by Seed - my favorite favorite pre and probiotic company - I've been taking it for years (3+). Use code ACTIVE for 15% off your first month of Seed's DS-01™ Daily Synbiotic https://seed.com/daily-synbiotic?utm_source=active_ingredient&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=15pSome Questions I Ask:How did you land in New York? How did you know you wanted to move here? (8:28)I'm curious about your take on beauty as it pertains to making changes in the world. And what you witnessed in these 10 years of being in beauty (13:03)What did you find in your research on what the average person puts on their body? (21:38)In This Episode, You Will Learn:Monique's editorial career (10:13)About Monique's fertility journey (16:42)Why taking care of the skin microbiome is so important (20:47)The difference between pro, pre, and post-biotics (34:09)What every entrepreneur should bring to the table when joining an industry (39:38)Resources:iota websiteConnect with Monique:LinkedInLet's connect!Active Ingredient InstagramSophie Weill InstagramJoin the Active Ingredient Geneva Community Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week's episode is with Mari Llewellyn and Greg LaVecchia. Mari is a content creator on YouTube, Instagram and TikTok, she is the creator of the Slay App which is a digital workout program and is also the co-founder of Bloom - a supplement company with mental health in mind - that she launched with her husband, Greg. At 250 pounds, Mari hit rock bottom, both mentally and physically. She decided to take ownership of her health and with the help of Greg she was able to lose 90 pounds and finally find self love. Fitness helped Mari evolve into her highest self and she was inspired to help other women do the same. During her journey, she struggled to find health supplements with high quality ingredients that tasted delicious and also didn't trigger her anxiety. Enter Bloom: approachable and delicious health supplements designed to fuel your fitness journey and give your body the nutrients it needs to bloom. In this episode we talk about what it's like to transform within a relationship, why school isn't for everyone, building a business together from the ground up, not waiting for when things "fall into place" and instead operating from that place now. My new company!Piano Piano: Tableware company on a mission to encourage us to slow down and come alive ☕️🍋https://pianopianohome.com/The Skinny Confidential Episode with Mari Llewellyn: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/how-mari-llewellyn-lost-90-pounds-transformed-her-life/id1093028505?i=1000557587888Some Questions I Ask:How were you as kids? (3:07)Both of you said you didn't thrive in school. What has that journey been, and how did that affect your entrepreneurial journey? (17:06)Have you ever felt that you haven't been on the same level at some point in your journey? (32:45)In This Episode, You Will Learn:There are two people you need to make proud. The 7 years old, and the 70 years old version of you (7:08)How can we tell if we are listening to the right inner voice (12:08)What is the best way to create a team of intrapreneurs (20:48)About Mari's transformation (22:50)How Bloom Nutrition started (34:54)Resources:Bloom Nutrition websiteFollow Mari and Greg on Instagram:Mari GregLet's connect!Active Ingredient InstagramSophie Weill InstagramJoin the Active Ingredient Geneva Community Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today, in definitely one of my career highlights, I interviewed one of my favorite authors of all time Gay Hendricks!!!! I went to his house in Ojai  and we had the most amazing conversation in his living room about the fear of being seen, the upper limit problem, his 500 years life plan, and the healing power of love. The author of The Big Leap, Conscious Loving, and Zone of Genius, also shared the story of his own enlightenment, the moment he connected with his essence: the unprogrammed part of himself. Plus, Gay shared his thoughts on the education system, the power of identifying the things that scare us, his own zone of genius, and so much more. Some Questions I Ask:Talk to me about this enlightenment moment you had at 24. What happened? (13:15)What is a tangible next step for someone who is now in a place where they can identify the thing holding them back? What's the next step? (31:43)In This Episode, You Will Learn:Human beings have the power to reinvent themselves (11:34)Gay's perspective on the upper limit problem (26:15)Blame is the cocaine of relationships (35:42)How can we differentiate the kinds of fear we feel (42:19)Why are we so afraid of being seen (45:13)What is wrong with our education system (53:03)The best inbox in the world (58:28)Love is the only power that can embrace its opposite (65:33)Resources:Hendricks Institute websiteGay Hendricks booksConnect with Gay:LinkedInInstagramTwitterFacebookLet's connect!Active Ingredient InstagramSophie Weill InstagramJoin the Active Ingredient Geneva Community Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kim Johnson visits us to talk about all things community, her trajectory and evolution in the space, the changes she witnessed in the last ten years in the industry, and where she sees community heading.  She is the Head of Community at Geneva and one of the OGs of community building. Kim started as an editorial intern at Into The Gloss, tasted marketing and advertising for a while, and discovered her passion for community building at Glossier.  In this episode, Kim explains how being painfully shy as a kid served her to develop her career many years later, entities' and creators' roles in community building, and why she believes not every brand needs a community. Plus, Kim dissects Geneva; what is it, who is it for, how to use it, which communities are the most successful in the platform, and so much more. This episode is brought to you by Seed - my favorite favorite pre and probiotic company - I've been taking it for years (3+). Use code ACTIVE for 15% off your first month of Seed's DS-01™ Daily Synbiotic https://seed.com/daily-synbiotic?utm_source=active_ingredient&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=15pSome Questions I Ask:How were you as a child, and what personality traits from that time do you think you still have? (4:12)Let's take a step back. What is community? (14:47)What makes a Geneva community successful? (26:54)In This Episode, You Will Learn:The perks of being a quiet introvert (4:44)Some people live for the deal. How Kim got clear on what she didn't want to work with (7:34)The future is almost here. Community building and content creators (15:29)Slow and steady, and watering it over time. The secrets of community building (21:35)What is Geneva? (25:03)The paradox of being lonely and afraid of human interaction at the same time (36:45)Connect with Kim:InstagramLinkedInLet's connect!Active Ingredient InstagramSophie Weill InstagramJoin the Active Ingredient Geneva Community Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

I had such a blast recording this episode with husband and wife duo Siff and Nish who are also the founders of Arrae, a wellness brand dedicated to creating 100% natural supplements to help women sleep better, eliminate bloat, be more relaxed and calm, and improve their digestion. We learn about how they met, what made them decide to use their wedding money to create a startup, and how challenging it was for them to start a business as a couple. They also share their biggest fears as entrepreneurs, their view on investing in team growth, and how making the right hires can turn into a total paradigm change. Plus, we discuss burnout, how to notice it and avoid it from reaching unhealthy levels, what makes them feel alive in their professional and personal lives, self-care routines, and so much more. Let's connect!Active Ingredient InstagramSophie Weill InstagramJoin the Active Ingredient Geneva CommunitySome Questions I Ask:How did you guys meet? (7:24)Do you guys proactively have boundaries or check-ins as a couple to avoid talking all the time about Arrae? (16:58)What are some of the red flags for burnout? (22:41)In This Episode, You Will Learn:How Siff and Nish decided to start a company together (11:44)An idea, a firm conviction, a creator, and an engineer (13:34)Why is it so difficult and scary to level up in your business (22:56)Marketing and advertising are necessary, but the product is the business (36:26)How influencer marketing helped Arrae (43:21)Where should someone who feels stuck and wants to live in alignment (48:44)Resources:Arrae websiteArrae InstagramArrae FacebookConnect with Siff:LinkedInInstagramConnect with Nish:LinkedInInstagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today's episode is all about stories. Why you should share yours, what kind of impact you can create, and the transformational power of getting acquainted with your story as part of your wholeness. We explore some of the many reasons why every story must be told and heard, regardless of the teller's platform or audience. We dive into the inspirational example from Jenna Kutcher's book, "How are you, really?" and why I firmly believe the universe rewards sharing tools, resources, and learnings from past experiences. Let's connect!Join the Geneva Community and be an Active Ingredient in the conversationActive Ingredient InstagramSophie Weill InstagramIn This Episode, You Will Learn:How vulnerable and authentic is the story you are telling? (8:19)Why the size of the platform doesn't really matter (9:26)You have no idea who you can touch with your story (13:33)If you tell your story, you'll realize you are not alone (17:22)Your message is important; get acquainted with it (22:13)Resources:Female Founder World podcastBook - Jenna Kutcher - How Are You, Really?: Living Your Truth One Answer at a Time Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Never stop playing. Leading with a curious mind with Piera GelardiPiera Gelardi is one of the most creative and colorful spirits I have ever met. She is a natural storyteller, a multi-awarded entrepreneur, creative director, advisor, speaker, and mother, passionate about awakening creativity in everyone around her. In this episode, Piera invites us to explore how leadership looks when we add compassion, creativity, and generosity to it. We learn several ways to talk to and defeat our inner critic, the essential need to incorporate play into our adult lives, and how she managed to knit kindness and generosity into negotiations. Some Questions I Ask:When you are about to get on stage to do public speaking, and your inner critic's voice gets really loud, what's that inner dialogue like? (16:23)Have you always been a natural storyteller? (25:45)What tools can we give the audience to deal with those days when they feel stuck or need a break? (39:26)In This Episode, You Will Learn:How public speaking turns into something different when we speak about things that are alive in us (11:08)About Piera's unique leadership style and how to lead through curiosity and generosity (18:27)How compassion can be a great tool to lead groups (23:32)What made Piera change her vision about what a negotiation should look like (32:49)Love notes to self. Piera shares some of the tools she uses to check in with herself (40:25)Creativity is more physical than we think (44:01)Resources:Piera Gelardi websiteWild Things WorldConnect with Piera:InstagramTikTokLet's connect!Active Ingredient InstagramSophie Weill Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Reach out! Here is the Geneva link to be able to connect with all of you/for you to connect with each other: https://links.geneva.com/invite/01310273-f2e1-4b68-a0f6-7245135a19c415% off Otherworld pancakes (aka my fav pancakes ever) when you use code ACTIVE at checkout: https://eatotherworld.com/Thea Hughes is a Brooklyn-based strength trainer whose method (Max Effort Training) is rooted in making women feel as confident in their bodies as they do in their ideas and to be able to thrive at the gym without her. In this episode, we get into Thea's journey in the marketing and advertising world and her leap of faith into the wellness/fitness industry. We get into all things strength training, misconceptions, what to know/understand and how it differentiates from other forms of movement. Some Questions I Ask:Was fitness always something that was a massive part of your identity or just something that you were really passionate about? (7:04)You're a trained dancer. What was it about that calling? And then what got you to dedicate yourself full time to becoming a wellness coach? (19:18)What exactly is strength training? Why is it important for women? Why is it essential for our muscles and our bones as we age? (24:22)In This Episode, You Will Learn:About what was little Thea like as a kid (7:13)The biggest thing you should pay attention to if you are looking to find a community (14:31)What's the right way to show up for your community (22:25)What does a strength training session look like (26:33)Simple yet effective tips to start taking control over your body (37:13)Thea shares advice for those who feel that they fell off the wagon in their fitness journey (40:42)Resources:Max Effort websiteConnect with Thea:InstagramLinkedInLet's connect!Active Ingredient InstagramSophie Weill InstagramGeneva Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Link to Geneva chat for us to be able to actually talk to each other! https://links.geneva.com/invite/01310273-f2e1-4b68-a0f6-7245135a19c4Today's episode feels like a reintroduction of myself and the buildup of the podcast's new foundations. I share details of my professional life as the Founder and CEO of my brand building PR agency Nude Nation and the desire to mesh this podcast and Nude Nation since both are personal and professional growth destinations. You'll learn more about Nude Nation's mission and goals, how they are intimately linked and aligned with what I'm building with Active Ingredient, and the importance of seeing and recognizing ourselves as whole beings. In This Episode, You Will Learn:Why it made total sense to integrate everything that I do (1:54)About what Nude Nation is, its mission, and goals (4:37)The intention behind blending Nude Nation and Active Ingredient (6:28)We all have something burning inside of us (8:23)Why it is crucial to see ourselves as whole beings (11:18)Let's connect!Active Ingredient InstagramSophie Weill Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week's episode is about the dark side of wellness. I explore the guilt in wellness and why we go to the extreme of not feeling enough just by failing to meditate one day, drinking alcohol, or eating out of our meal plan. Today's episode is an invitation to reflect on why we do this to ourselves, to reevaluate our relationship with the things that are supposed to make us feel good, and do the exact opposite, and how to deal with them. If you're looking to heal/support your gut and are in the market for probiotics, look no further. Seed, the sponsor of today's show, is offering 15% off your first month's subscription of the DS-01™ Daily Synbiotic with code ACTIVE at checkout. Here is the link: https://seed.com/daily-synbiotic?utm_source=active_ingredient&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=15pIn This Episode, You Will Learn:About the dark side of wellness and how harmful it is, the lack of balance in our lives (5:01)What can we do with the guilt in wellness (5:35)The need to take a break and avoid being so zoomed in on our wellness routines (8:51)There is no need to blow up an entire day for failing to tackle ONE thing from our to-do list (13:00)The importance of paying attention to how we speak to ourselves, especially when we fail (14:36)Let's connect!Active Ingredient InstagramSophie Weill Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today's episode is about three books that have had a massive impact on my life. These books helped me find peace, meaning, and most importantly, a direction in my journey, and I feel they are a must-read for anyone interested in personal development and growth. In This Episode, You Will Learn:How "The Big Leap" from Gay Hendricks helped me understand my self-sabotaging conduct (3:12)Why it feels so uncomfortable to reach new heights (4:52)Louise Hay and one of the most influential books I've ever read (8:01)About how we see and what is the best way to deal with those people who trigger us (10:59)The intimate link between religion, guilt, and shame and how it affected me throughout my life (14:11)The third book on the list. Perhaps the most controversial and impacting of them all (15:13)Resources:Reset with Liz Tran podcastactive sunrise yoga with Sophie at happie space Book: Gay Hendricks - The Big Leap: Conquer Your Hidden Fear and Take Life to the Next LevelBook: Louise Hay - You Can Heal Your LifeBook: Meggan Waterson - Mary Magdalene Revealed: The First Apostle, Her Feminist Gospel & the Christianity We Haven't Tried YetLet's connect!Active Ingredient InstagramSophie Weill Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week's solo is all about the importance of spending time alone with yourself. For the majority of my life, spending time alone was something I just simply did not do. I didn't like it, didn't think I needed it and was scared of what would come up. In this episode I get into how it's been one of the most important tools in my life and learning to not feel guilty when I need to ask for alone time. This episode is brought to you by Seed - aka my absolute favorite probiotic company. Use code ACTIVE for 15% off your first month of Seed's DS-01™ Daily Synbiotic: https://seed.com/daily-synbiotic?utm_source=active_ingredient&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=15p Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode is brought to you by Seed - Use code ACTIVE for 15% off your first month of Seed's DS-01™ Daily Synbiotic https://seed.com/daily-synbiotic?utm_source=active_ingredient&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=15pIn today's episode, I'm interviewing one of my best friends, and literally one of the best in the PR/brand building space, Ian Edwards. In this episode, we get into all things PR world/our past, manifesting, emotional intelligence, imposter syndrome, when is the right time to pivot and so much more.Some Questions I Ask:I want to know what little Ian was like (11:06)What questions were you asking yourself when you felt you had reached the peak of your career while working for IMG? (26:22)How do you organize yourself to manage so many projects simultaneously? (29:33)In This Episode, You Will Learn:Ian remembers the good old days when he used to be Sophie's boss (6:43)Ian shares his thoughts on emotional intelligence (15:15)Ian describes the thinking process that made him want to "climb other mountains" after reaching a peak in his career (19:12)Ian talks about how the pandemic helped lots of people incubate really creative ideas (21:31)Ian talks about the intimate relationship between imposter syndrome and successful careers (27:01)Ian shares his thoughts on the PR world (28:06)Ian shares the most significant takeaways he got from his experiences in Sicily (38:01)Resources:TENUTA Market websiteBook: Gay Hendricks - The Big Leap: Conquer Your Hidden Fear and Take Life to the Next LevelConnect with Ian:LinkedInLet's connect!Active Ingredient InstagramSophie Weill Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week's episode is about being discerning about where we spend or mind share. Every day, millions of companies are fighting for our attention. If we're not careful we'll fall prey to really smart advertising, influencers, mindless scrolling, sales, new launches it's just so much. That is why it's so hard to focus on something and focusing is what actually moves the needle in anything in life. In this episode, we highlight the importance of focusing on the things WE care for, the parts of our business or personal development we want to see grow and evolve. We recognize the need for this proactive work of staying focused, how to commit to it, and the benefits we can get from this practice. In addition, I share a simple yet powerful exercise that showcases the power of our attention and gives us a clue of how to use it to build what we desire and attract more of what we want into our lives. In This Episode, You Will Learn:A quick update on the show's evolution and a statement on new sponsors (2:41)How actively focusing on my business' needs helped me get more clients (10:38)An exercise to hone in on the power of our focus (14:10)An example of how our mind creates more of what is in alignment with our attention (15:46)Resources:Reset with Liz Tran podcastActive Sunrise Yoga with Sophie at happie space Let's connect!Active Ingredient InstagramSophie Weill Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Clayton Olson joins us today to talk about the relationships we build with others and ourselves and how to navigate personal growth within them.Clayton is an International Relationship Coach, Author, and Facilitator, with over 15 years of experience enhancing and optimizing human behavior and social dynamics.Throughout our conversation, we delve into the evolution of Clayton's relationship with himself, which led to developing his coaching career. We explore the effects of growing up in chaotic environments, how it defines our relating style, and how that makes us feel under safe, non-chaotic circumstances.  We analyze the role of triggers in relationships and what they mean in terms of growth. We also touch on the difference between making a sober decision to walk away from a relationship and doing it because we felt triggered. Clayton also gifted us with golden nuggets on enhancing our relationship with ourselves, and he shared some practical yet powerful tools to do it.Some Questions I Ask:How did you land in the relationship space? (2:33)When your dad passed away, you said that the chaos stopped, everything got still, and you didn't like what you saw. What was coming up for you in that stillness? (6:59)In relationships, there are so many triggers that clearly are growth opportunities. Still, how do you know the distinction between a relationship to stay in and grow and a relationship not set for growth? (18:16)In This Episode, You Will Learn:Clayton shares about his journey and the discoveries he made about himself and his identity (5:11)Clayton explains how growing up in chaotic environments affects how we create and behave in our relationships (9:03)What is the best way to react to the pit in the stomach we feel when we find ourselves out of our comfort zone in a relationship (11:28)Clayton describes how the meta-architecture of our relationships works (16:13)Clayton talks about getting good at dancing in conflict with our partners (22:23)Clayton talks about the importance of learning to be at peace with things instead of trying to solve them (33:21)Resources:Clayton Olson Coaching websiteBook: Michael Singer - The Untethered Soul: The Journey Beyond YourselfBook: Shanti Christo Foundation - Way of MasteryConnect with Clayton:LinkedInYouTubeLet's connect!Active Ingredient InstagramSophie Weill Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Before doing something, we tend to pay more attention and get worried about what could go wrong; in most cases, those things are one, totally irrelevant, and two, created by fear.Although fear's reasons to show up are to protect ourselves, the power of deciding whether doing something might be dangerous or not is ours. In this episode, we talk about doing the things we want, especially if they are far away from our comfort zone. We explore the reasons why we doubt ourselves before trying something new, unravel the reasons why fear shows up, and we learn how to take the steering wheel of our decisions. I also share the mantra I tell myself and think about before trying something new and what we can learn from the wonderful feeling of doing something we said we would do.  Use code ACTIVE for 15% off your first month of Seed's DS-01™ Daily Synbiotic https://seed.com/daily-synbiotic?utm_source=active_ingredient&utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=15pIn This Episode, You Will Learn:About how perfectionism has paralyzed me countless times in the past (2:40)How I felt after doing something new, teaching my first yoga class (5:07)Why we shouldn't let fear decide whether we are doing something or not (8:09)We must focus on ourselves. No one cares about what we are doing (10:11)We are floating on a rock into nothingness. Just do the thing (12:09)About the piece of resting the head on the pillow knowing that we did it (16:41)Resources:active sunrise yoga with Sophie at happie space Let's connect!Active Ingredient InstagramSophie Weill Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The last couple of days have been overwhelming I'm not going to lie; I was surprised by an overwhelming feeling bigger and stronger than my habits, structures, and the systems I have in place to deal with such emotions. But again, the universe showed up in the form of a mind-blowing book, "The Untethered Soul" by Michael Singer, which taught me exactly what I needed to learn about our thoughts and our relationship with them. In this episode, I share some of the lessons I got from the book and how they helped me accept, witness, and let pass through me the overwhelm I've been feeling lately, without clinging to either positive or negative thoughts and just trusting the process. What You'll Learn In This Episode:Relying on our motivation to cope with things is not always the best choice (2:43)Why Michael Singer's book showed up at the right time in my life (7:06)Trust the process. Solutions will come forward (9:19)Allowing the time for our emotions to be there and go through us (12:31)Resources:Book: Michael Singer, Peter Kerkrot - The Untethered Soul: The Journey Beyond YourselfOprah's Super Soul - Michael Singer: Free Yourself from Negative ThoughtsLet's connect!Active Ingredient InstagramSophie Weill Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today's episode guest is my amazing business coach Ben Easter. He revisits us to talk about the zone of genius, what it is, how finding our own will help us thrive in our lives and our businesses, and what we can do to stay as much as we can in it. Our conversation revolves around the importance of honing our craft in our zone of genius, the practical ways we can use to discover our zone of genius, and the differences between the zone of excellence and the zone of genius. Ben also highlights the importance of connecting what we are good at and what we love to do with something financially compensated by the world. We discuss the importance of considering the zone of genius concept when hiring and enrolling people on our teams, how to identify our and other people's abilities, and why we feel less "productive" when performing zone of genius tasks that feel easy to us. Some Questions I Ask:Can you explain what the zone of genius is? (7:03)How can we get to the point where we remain in our zone of genius and don't get distracted by other activities in our business? (13:11)What are your thoughts on the business model that instills in employees to know every part of the business? (20:14)In This Episode, You Will Learn:What it means to operate in our zone of genius (8:42)How does our "original setup" affect how we connect with our zoneWhy do we end up blocking others from operating in their zone of genius when we work out of ours (16:03)Getting paid to learn is a brilliant model in the world (26:59)The differences between the zone of genius and the zone of excellence (34:36)Why is it that when we do "easy tasks" in our zone of genius, we feel we weren't productive, and how to change that mentality (38:25)Resources:Lucid Shift Coaching websiteLucid Shift Coaching FacebookLucid Shift Coaching YouTube channelBook: Gay Hendricks - The Big LeapConnect with Ben:LinkedInInstagramLet's connect!Active Ingredient InstagramSophie Weill Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The guest of this week's episode is Samantha Jade who is the founder of the BySJ method and app, SoulCycle instructor, mom and overall massive inspiration to me and so many others. On this week's episode we get into Sam's journey in the fitness world, the injury that forced her to slow down and re-evaluate every part of her life, why she chooses to share her struggles publicly and the importance of not attaching your identity to your work - even when your brand is you. Some Questions I Ask:What were you as a child, and which one, of those qualities do you still have? (6:34)How long did it take you to come from that guttural place of stopping caring for certain things and focusing on yourself to start attracting the right things into your life? (24:25)How did you build your personal brand based on authenticity, and how can anyone listening do the same? (27:04)In This Episode, You Will Learn:About Samantha's experiences as a therapist and the lessons she got from that experience (11:25)Falling in love with SoulCycle (14:18)A question that didn't age well (17:41)The universe's intervention in Samantha's life (33:29)The benefits of removing emotions and detaching ourselves from our jobs (41:16)Resources:BY SJ websiteBY SJ AppConnect with Samantha:LinkedInInstagramLet's connect!Active Ingredient InstagramSophie Weill Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week's episode is with Angelo Grinceri who is an amazing trainer and founder of a recently launched fitness studio in NYC called Happie Space that offers regenerative strength training, breathwork and sound meditation. On this week's episode we get into Angelo's journey and commitment to staying true to himself even when it meant letting go of everything that he thought he wanted, we talk about planting seeds, nurturing relationships, remaining hopeful and open to opportunity no matter the current circumstance and living between feeling the extreme levels of excitement and doubt that come with starting something new.Some Questions I Ask:What are the traits you had as a kid that are still part of your personality today? (2:31)Why do you think fun and the joyful part of life are not a priority nowadays? (3:48)What did you learn from the experience of having lost everything, coming back to your parents' home, and then exploring the world? (11:24)In This Episode, You Will Learn:The difference between the success as a byproduct of joy vs. the things done "by the book" (4:33)About Angelo's journey into the wellness and nutrition industry (6:45)The most important thing in our world and the only thing we can rely on at the end of the day (11:38)Learning to trust and enjoy long processes (17:07)You gotta show up and do the thing, even if you are scared of it (23:23)Resources:Happie websiteHappie TVConnect with Angelo:InstagramFacebookLet's connect!Active Ingredient InstagramSophie Weill Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week's episode is with branding wiz and truly one of the most empathetic leaders I personally know Madison Utendahl. Madison is the Founder & Chief Creative Officer of Utendahl Creative: the all-female, Black-owned, full-service branding, and design agency behind brands like Simon Huck's Judy, Halsey's About Face, and Lena Dunham's Good Thing Going Productions, among several other industry-disrupting brands. Prior to starting her own branding firm, she was previously at Last Week Tonight with John Oliver, Refinery 29's 29Rooms, and Museum of Ice Cream. She's not only a force in branding, she is also actively paving the way for the future of work beginning by protecting creative talent from burnout at all costs - she recently launched an anti-burnout campaign and instituted 5 weeks of mandatory office closures throughout the year at her agencyOn this episode, we get into the journey of realizing self-worth, detaching your identity from what you produce, having grace with yourself, and focusing on impact and kindness above all else. Some Questions I Ask:What were you like as a child, and do you feel like those qualities are in your personality today? (3:05)Why do you think people struggle so much with changes, whether at work or in their personal lives? (5:04)Where do you think the lack of worthiness almost all of us feel comes from? (11:48)What do you think is the balance between feeling enough and content and striving? (22:23)In This Episode, You Will Learn:What is the underline reason why we stop ourselves from changing (8:36) Where did social glorification of anxiety take Madison (12:03)The difference between acknowledging people and what they're doing (13:52)The opposite of scarcity isn't abundance (20:43)Why do we tend to feel out of place when we are enjoying ourselves (27:13)Success, approval, and recognition are transient (32:41)Resources:Book: Brené Brown - Daring GreatlyBook: Elizabeth Gilbert - Big Magic: Creative Living Beyond FearBook: Alex Soojung-Kim Pang - Rest: Why You Get More Done When You Work LessBook: Héctor García, Francesc Miralles - Ikigai: The Japanese Secret to a Long and Happy LifeConnect with Madison:websiteLinkedInInstagramLet's connect!Active Ingredient Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Although feeling a pit in the stomach is as human as any feeling can be, the more we sit with it, the more prolonged its adverse effects will be. So, my invitation is for you to try these techniques and see if they serve you well. In This Episode, You Will Learn:We must learn to recognize when we are in the presence of a pit (3:10)Movement is life. We must shake that feeling out of our bodies (4:08)Breathing is underrated. Connecting our breathing with movement is perhaps one of the most powerful resources we have (7:19)No one will read our journal. We must lose the fear of journaling and embrace such a powerful technique to reconnect with ourselves (11:04)Let's connect!Active Ingredient InstagramSophie Weill Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The guest of the show this week is Melanie Masarin, the founder of Ghia, which is an insanely delicious non-alcoholic beverage inspired by the Mediterranean and Melanie's grandmother. Melanie is truly a force in the branding world. Prior to launching Ghia, she worked at Dig Inn (now called Dig), American Eagle, and was the head of retail and offline experiences at Glossier and also consulted for a bit before starting Ghia. Melanie and Ghia, among a few other non-alcoholic brands, are really pioneering the non-alcoholic movement and are working on making it easier for those who want to still enjoy, be social, live a full and vibrant life, and don't necessarily want to drink. In this episode we get into Melanie's relationship with alcohol and why her stomach issues were a big part of the reason she stopped drinking, her career journey, and how all of her past and interests led her to fuse them all together with Ghia, her vision for the non-alcoholic space and why a life with less or no alcohol is a life of PRESENCE. I want to connect with you guys!! Let's try this Geneva app and see if it works for us! Also, if it's easier DM me! This episode is sponsored by OTHERWORLD (literally the best batter for you pancakes you'll ever have - they're also plant-based)  - 15% off with code ACTIVE act check outSome Questions I Ask:What was little Melanie like as a child? (1:53)How did you decide to transition from Goldman Sachs into the world of branding? (12:42)Why is it that the person who doesn't drink alcohol at a party is the outcast? (21:42)What is the thing that you feel that makes you feel the most alive? (39:10)In This Episode, You Will Learn:Melanie talks about the relationship with her grandmother (6:29)One of the first things Melanie noticed about American food (11:16)About Melanie's role as Creative Director (14:01)We've been conditioned to think that alcohol is the life of the parties (22:01)Melanie talks about how is her life now that she operates at 100% of her possibilities since she stopped consuming alcohol (33:36)Resources:Ghia websiteConnect with Melanie:LinkedInInstagramLet's connect!Active Ingredient InstagramSophie Weill Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Trigger Warning: This episode has brief mentions of drug consumption and suicide.*GIVEAWAY* We'll be giving away a few Kreatures of Habit oatmeal to a few listeners. To enter, just give the podcast a 5 star on apple podcasts + Spotify and send a screenshot to @sophieiweill on DM. Also, if you want to buy Kreatures of Habit, use code ACTIVE at checkout - this is not sponsored just a friendly discount <3 This week's episode is with Michael Chernow, a Serial Entrepreneur, Restauranteur, Podcast Host and expert in the world of wellness, fitness and nutrition. Most recently, Michael founded and launched Kreatures of Habit, an in your-face lifestyle and wellness brand reimagining how you establish healthy habits in your life.We talk about Michael's past, his drug and alcohol addiction which almost killed him in his 20s, what made him decide to stay sober, the power of gratitude/presence and how habits (which started with overnight oats) saved his life.Some Questions I Ask:What was little Michael like? (2:05)Did you ever channel your love for people in a way that served during that "going through hell and back" part of your life? (7:13)How do you strike a balance between being so grateful and content with where you are and striving for the next thing? (29:01)In This Episode, You Will Learn:Michael talks about his innate entrepreneurial spirit (2:09)About Michael's tough childhood and what led him to unravel his superhuman talent, connecting with people (4:49)Michael talks about his decision of staying sober (13:15)The power of morning routines and the benefits of starting our days with a solid foundation (17:07)Michael found passion in fitness (25:05)The whole point of life is happiness and love (33:30)Resources:Kreatures of Habit websiteKreatures of Habit InstagramKreatures of Habit FacebookKreatures of Habit TwitterThe Kreatures of Habit podcastConnect with Michael:LinkedInInstagramLet's connect!Active Ingredient InstagramSophie Weill Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"You can turn your poison into your purpose." This was one of the many teachings from my yoga teacher training. On March 25th, 2012 I went through what I would consider the hardest day of my anxiety journey (I will never ever forget it). It was the day the poison was the most potent. That day and that experience is what started my yoga journey - I started going to ease the anxiety, to heal myself. On March 25th 2022, exactly 10 years later to the day,  I became a yoga instructor. Not a day before, not a day after. The Universe does not stutter. This is your reminder that you can transform your poison (no matter how big or how small) into your purpose.In This Episode, You Will Learn:You can turn your pain and your poison into your power (2:49)Everyone's rock bottom is different (4:59)How we can help others once we get to the other side (14:09)Let's connect!Active Ingredient InstagramSophie Weill Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Our guest of the show this week is Yasmine Cheyenne and if you don't follow her already please do yourself a favor and follow immediately. Yasmine is a self-healing educator, author, speaker, and mental wellness advocate who helps people learn how to cultivate daily practices to build healthy, joyful lives.  She has an online community of over 150K followers, is the host of The Sugar Jar Podcast, recently launched the Sugar Jar App AND is writing a book. On this episode we get into the path from being in the air force to working in the mental health space, why the path to personal growth starts with understanding boundaries and how to implement, stepping out of codependency, and shifting from overgiving to making sure you give yourself first, taking full ownership of choices and why asking people what they need can transform relationships and being on alert for the word SHOULD.Some Questions I Ask:What was Yasmine like as a kid? (1:52) Did you have an idea when you were little of what you wanted to be doing? How did you end up in the Air Force? (4:39)What was your biggest learning from your time in the Air Force? (8:22)Can you give us an overview of The Sugar Jar®? How did you come up with the idea of it? (13:48)In This Episode, You Will Learn:About the training in the military that changed Yasmine's life (7:38)Why Yasmine decided to start her life coaching training (10:47)How to recognize we need a lid in our sugar jar (16:08)The importance of recognizing that we must check in with ourselves first (17:23)Bonnie & Clyde vibes. Yasmine shares her thoughts on sacrifice and relationships (22:53)Resources:Yasmine Cheyenne websiteThe Sugar Jar® Community AppThe Sugar Jar® podcastConnect with Yasmine:InstagramLet's connect!Active Ingredient InstagramSophie Weill Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This week's short solo episode is all about the importance of paying attention to your bodily cues to let you know if something is in alignment or when it's notIn This Episode, You Will Learn:Our body is constantly sending us cues of how it feels about the situations we put ourselves in (2:47)Your body loves you; you should listen to what it is trying to tell you (4:53)Let's connect!Active Ingredient InstagramSophie Weill Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Feeling inadequate, not included, or purposeless usually makes us ask why we are like this or make the choices we make. The problem with asking "why" is an endless path. We'll discover we react in a certain way because we were conditioned to, and then we'll ask why those who conditioned us did it, which will lead to answering another why, and then another, and another. Instead, we should look at what is not serving us and think of how we could do those things differently. Today, Ewa Josefsson joins us to shed her inspiring and calming energy, to talk about her own self-discovery journey, and how she allowed her imagination to draw the guidelines of her life. Ewa is a Certified Hypnotherapist Practitioner, Yoga and Meditation Teacher, and Loving Mom.  We delve into Ewa's childhood, her challenging upbringing feeling that something was wrong with her, and the life-changing journalism internship in New York that changed her life. We talk about the power of our imagination, the limiting beliefs we grow up hardwired with, our constant search for safety and pleasure and its consequences, and the pendulum swinging we all go through when we try to change our lives. We also talk about hypnosis, how hypnotherapy works, and the programming of our subconscious minds. Some Questions I Ask:You have a very soothing, calm energy. Where does that come from? (5:52)Do you remember what you were like as a child? (10:30)Do you feel that therapy is not necessary for personal growth? (17:40)I want to hear from you; what is hypnosis? (37:01)In This Episode, You Will Learn:About the doors, poetry and writing opened for Ewa (11:53)Asking ourselves why is the worst question we can ask ourselves (16:01)Safety and pleasure: the two motivators of our subconscious mind (18:43)The first time Ewa experienced oneness and how that event changed her life (26:30)How to deal with the negativity bias away (35:35)What is a trance, and how to take someone into a trance (40:42)Why it is possible to love and accept ourselves and still want to change things in our lives (44:44)Resources:Ewa Josefsson websiteBook an appointment with EwaConnect with Ewa:LinkedInInstagramLet's connect!Active Ingredient InstagramSophie Weill Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Since this thousand miles journey started almost three years ago, I've never stopped learning. The show's concept changed in its essence, and the answer I thought I was looking for evolved. I discovered that the element that pushes us out of bed every morning is active because it is an active search for our truth and also because it is actively working on itself.Today, we explore the 10 most impactful takeaways I've learned throughout my podcasting experience. We talk about the life-changing skills the show's guests helped me discover, the answers we built together, and how they contributed to resignifying what active ingredient represents. We talk about the power of active listening, the multiple benefits of consistency, silence, gratitude practice, how I discovered that the breadcrumbs are the journey, and more. In This Episode, You Will Learn:The two reasons why I started this podcast (2:37)The answers are within you (7:23)The multiple benefits of active listening (10:27)The mindset-changing power of practicing gratitude (19:35)No one is born being an expert in anything (30:39)Let's connect!Active Ingredient InstagramSophie Weill Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.