Today, we’re diving deep into a very personal and transformative journey – my pregnancy. As I sit here, deeply nestled in my third trimester, I feel the cozy vibes all around and can’t wait to share this experience with you. Whether you’re a parent, planning to become one, or simply curious about the journey, I promise there are some epic, golden nuggets in store for you.

In this episode, I’ll be opening up about the profound identity shifts I’m experiencing, a phenomenon known as matrescence. From the emotional highs and lows of the first trimester to the mystical, almost psychedelic nature of pregnancy, and the preparation for the birth of my baby, it’s been a full-spectrum experience. So, grab a comfy spot, and let’s dive into this incredible journey together.

Timestamped Chapters

00:00 - Introduction and Format Change

02:19 - Pregnancy Journey and Matrescence

07:07 - First Trimester Challenges

11:50 - Pregnancy Announcements

17:50 - Identity Transformation

26:13 - Second Trimester Experiences

28:36 - Emotional and Physical Challenges

39:43 - Preparing for Birth

43:49 - Excitement and Anticipation for Motherhood

47:00 - Closing Remarks and Future Episodes

Key Takeaways

• Pregnancy is a profound identity shift known as matrescence.

• The journey from maiden to mother involves intense emotional and physical changes.

• Sharing the experience with loved ones early on can provide essential support.

• Pregnancy can feel like a mystical, transcendental experience, akin to a prolonged psychedelic journey.

• It’s crucial to hold space for oneself and others going through this transition with love and presence.

  
  

Quotes

• “Pregnancy for me has been the most psychedelic, mystical experience I have ever had.” - Rachel Meeds

• “There’s nothing wrong with you for feeling deeply. You’re going through the biggest identity shift you will ever go through.” - Rachel Meeds

• “My pregnancy journey has been full of a full spectrum experience, from extreme fatigue to unbelievable joy.” - Rachel Meeds

• “I’m really excited to give birth. We’re having a home birth, and I want it to be as natural and uninterrupted as possible.” - Rachel Meeds

  
  

Thank you so much for joining me on this deeply personal episode. Your support means the world to me, and I hope my journey can offer some insights and comfort to anyone going through a similar experience.

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Today we’ve got something a little different for you. I want to give you a taste inside my membership, VOICE, which is all about liberating your unapologetic self-expression, getting paid by your dream clients on repeat, having your powerful work get into the hands of even more people & normalizing wealth within your nervous system . This space has become a movement for courageous leaders like yourself to embrace their liberated expression and slay shame. I’m so excited to share this with you!

In today’s episode, I’ll be sharing a powerful transmission about rethinking your capacity. Have you ever felt like you couldn’t handle more success, impact, or responsibility? We’re diving deep into that narrative and exploring how you might be selling yourself short. Stick around for a unique perspective on how to expand your capacity and embrace the incredible vision you have for your life and leadership.

Keywords:

embodied leadership, membership program, self-expression, capacity, trust, simplicity, integrity, self-responsibility

Chapters:

00:00 - Introduction to Voice Membership

02:28 - Overview of Membership Benefits

04:52 - Introduction to Today’s Transmission

05:43 - Exploring Capacity and Perception

08:04 - Personal Reflections on Handling More

10:27 - The Role of Nervous System Regulation

12:55 - Business and Personal Responsibility

15:22 - Simplicity in Business and Leadership

17:39 - Self-Reflection and Integrity

22:23 - Call to Action and Conclusion

Key Takeaways:

• Perception of capacity often limits what we believe we can handle.

• True capacity is often revealed when we are in the midst of challenges.

• Embracing more responsibility can lead to greater personal growth.

• A regulated nervous system is adaptable, resilient, and flexible.

• Simplifying business and focusing on core actions can prevent overwhelm.

Quotes

• “Sometimes it’s your perception of your capacity that cultivates limitations.” - Rachael Meeds

• “You’d never be gifted a vision that you couldn’t fulfill.” - Rachael Meeds

• “Slowing down is not synonymous with loss; it’s about cultivating more presence.” - Rachael Meeds

• “Simplicity is success. Complexity is where failure happens.” - Rachael Meeds

• “A regulated nervous system is about being adaptable, resilient, flexible.” - Rachael Meeds

Thank you so much for tuning into this week’s episode. If you felt this was everything you needed to hear and you’re ready to play bigger, join our incredible community in Voice.

Don’t forget to check out the free seven-day trial by clicking here.

And as always, if you enjoyed this episode, please leave a five-star review and share it with someone who might benefit from it. Talk to you soon!

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Welcome back to the Embodied Leadership Podcast. Today, we’re diving into a topic that hits home for so many of us: the fear of being seen in our power. I’ve heard from countless people, including myself, about this struggle & how it directly influences how you’ll allow yourself to be seen in the world. We’ll explore how this fear impacts our self-expression and dive into some real talk and personal stories.

In this episode, I’m sharing my own journey of meeting the fear of being truly seen in my power & what I’ve learned along the way. From dealing with bullying to navigating societal judgments, we’ll uncover how these experiences shape our self-expression & influence our leadership. I want to help you reclaim your radiance and power, and I believe this conversation will be a game-changer for you. Let’s dive in!

Keywords:

self-expression, fear of visibility, leadership, empowerment, societal judgment, bullying, reclaiming power, ancestral trauma, somatic reactions, mentorship, radiance, identity transformation, liberated expression, online business, women's empowerment, embodiment

Chapters:

00:00 - Introduction and Topic Overview

02:23 - Narrative of Self-Censorship

04:48 - Fear of Being Seen in Power

06:49 - Societal Judgment and Public Shaming

09:10 - Personal Experience with Bullying

13:52 - Impact on Self-Expression

18:36 - Overcoming The Fear of Visibility

21:20 - Somatic Reactions and Safety

25:25 - Reclaiming Power and Radiance

30:05 - Influence of Ancestral and Personal Trauma

34:24 - Navigating Relationships and Success

38:57 - Encouragement for Listeners to Embrace Power

43:00 - Promotion of Rachael's Membership Program

Key Takeaways:

• Self-censorship often stems from the fear of being seen in our true power.

• Societal judgment, especially from other women, can significantly affect self-expression.

• Personal experiences, such as bullying, deeply influence our relationship with visibility and power.

• Overcoming these fears requires deep understanding and acceptance of oneself.

• Reclaiming power involves addressing both personal and ancestral traumas.

• Success and visibility can bring judgment, but staying rooted in our true identity is crucial.

• Support and mentorship play vital roles in navigating and embracing our radiance and power.

  
  

Quotes

• "Being seen in your power can oftentimes bring up this somatic reaction of unsafety or insecurity." - Rachael Meeds

• "Hiding and shrinking doesn't serve anybody. Even the people that troll you or hate on you, it doesn't actually serve them." - Rachael Meeds

• "One of the biggest gifts that you could ever give the world is your liberated expression." - Rachael Meeds

• "It's about you becoming so rooted in your own identity, how you see yourself, how you receive yourself." - Rachael Meeds

• "Fame is a resource and the definition of fame is to be known by many people." - Rachael Meeds

  
  

Thank you so much for tuning into this episode. It means the world to me that we can share these conversations and grow together.

Remember, your power and radiance are gifts to the world. Don't let fear dim your light. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review and share it with a friend. Your support helps spread this message far and wide.

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Welcome back to another episode of the Embodied Leadership Podcast. Today, we're diving into a topic that's incredibly close to my heart—how you don't need to eliminate scarcity, fear, or nervousness to create amazing things in your life. We'll explore how embracing these parts of ourselves can lead to extraordinary success and fulfillment.

In this episode, I share my personal journey and insights on befriending these often misunderstood aspects of our humanity. You'll hear about my own experiences, the work I do with clients, and how you can begin to transform your relationship with fear and scarcity. This conversation promises to be liberating and empowering, so let's get started!

Keywords:

scarcity, fear, nervousness, extraordinary life, identity, unconscious beliefs, humanity, embrace, befriend, unconscious body, mind, nervous system, success

Chapters:

00:00 Embracing Scarcity, Fear, and Nervousness

02:28 The Role of Identity and Unconscious Beliefs

07:36 Befriending and Integrating Parts of Ourselves

09:31 Personal Growth and Transformation

13:28 Nervous System Regulation and Adaptability

18:06 Personal Reflections and Success Stories

23:34 Embracing the Full Spectrum of Our Humanity

30:36 The Brave Work of Self-Exploration

Key Takeaways:

• Embracing fear, scarcity, and nervousness is essential for creating a fulfilling and successful life.

• Human experience is inherently dualistic, and learning to hold space for all emotions is crucial.

• Our identity and unconscious beliefs shape our reality more than our day-to-day thoughts and feelings.

• A regulated nervous system is adaptable and resilient, not necessarily calm all the time.

• Personal growth involves ongoing self-acceptance and working intimately with one's nervous system.

Quotes

• "We are here to experience the full spectrum of our humanity." - Rachael Meeds

• "Your feelings and thoughts are not always facts." - Rachael Meeds

• "Having is evidence of wanting. What you see in your reality is a mirror of your unconscious beliefs." - Rachael Meeds

• "A regulated nervous system is adaptable, resilient, and flexible." - Rachael Meeds

• "Embrace all the parts of you that you've deemed wrong or bad with love and acceptance." - Rachael Meeds

Thank you so much for joining me in this episode. I hope it brought you new insights and perspectives on embracing your full self.

If you enjoyed this conversation, please leave a five-star review and share it with someone who might benefit from it. Remember, you are capable of creating incredible things, exactly as you are.

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In today's episode we explore a fascinating and somewhat controversial topic—how your unconscious is the driving force behind getting exactly what you want in life, even the things that you're frustrated by & that you tell yourself that you don't want. I know this might sound a bit wild, but trust me, by the end of this conversation, you'll have a whole new perspective on why your reality is a direct reflection of what you're unconsciously seeking & how you're actually amazing at getting exactly what you want.

In this episode, we're going to uncover the deep, often hidden, layers of our unconscious. I'll share some enlightening stories from my clients and my own life that highlight how our deepest needs and desires shape our reality, often in ways we don't consciously recognize. So, get ready for some powerful insights and breakthroughs that could transform how you approach your goals and dreams.

Keywords:

unconscious desires, needs, decision-making, empowerment, fulfillment, patterns, leadership, success, self-expression, radical responsibility

Chapters:

00:00 - Introduction: Getting Exactly What You Want

02:28 - Understanding Unconscious Desires

04:51 - Client Story: Overcoming Avoidance Patterns

07:16 - The Conflict Between Conscious and Unconscious Needs

09:37 - Celebrating Unconscious Victories

11:28 - Shifting from Resistance to Empowerment

13:50 - The Role of Radical Responsibility

15:41 - Personal Anecdote: Overcoming Scarcity Mindset

18:09 - Embracing Duality and Self-Acceptance

20:29 - The Impact of Unconscious Patterns on Success

22:43 - Integrating Shadows and Light

25:03 - Befriending Unconscious Patterns for Personal Growth

Key Takeaways:

• Unconscious Desires: Your unconscious mind plays a critical role in fulfilling your needs, often in unexpected ways.

• Self-Sabotage: What appears as self-sabotage might actually be your unconscious protecting you or meeting a deep-seated need.

• Awareness and Integration: Bringing unconscious patterns into conscious awareness allows for more empowered decision-making.

• Radical Responsibility: Embracing all parts of yourself, including the shadow aspects, leads to true personal growth and fulfillment.

• Practical Application: Techniques for aligning your conscious goals with unconscious desires can lead to lasting change and success.

Quotes

• "What if you're actually exceptional at getting your needs met, even if it's in unfavorable ways?" - Rachael Meeds

• "Through working intimately with your unconscious body and mind, you start to recognize what your patterns are." - Rachael Meeds

• "There's nothing wrong, bad, or broken about you. You're actually this massively fulfilled person." - Rachael Meeds

• "By making these previously unconscious patterns conscious, you hold the power to make informed, empowered decisions." - Rachael Meeds

Thank you so much for joining me on this deep dive into our unconscious desires and patterns. I hope you found some valuable insights that you can apply to your own life. Remember, understanding and embracing all parts of yourself is key to achieving true fulfillment.

If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a five-star review and share it with your friends. Your support helps this podcast reach more people who could benefit from these discussions.

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Welcome back to the Embodied Leadership Podcast. If you've been caught in the whirlwind of comparison or felt pressured to fit into a mold, this episode is tailored just for you. We're diving deep into the intricacies of embracing your unique expression and breaking free from imitation cycles.

In today's episode, we're exploring the dangers of imitation in leadership and how striving to fit in or even to stand out can sometimes lead us astray. We'll delve into the balance between community and individuality, the role of authenticity in leadership, and why your unique flavor of expression is your greatest asset. Whether you're battling feelings of not being enough or trying too hard to be different, this conversation is packed with insights to help you embrace your true Self & brave voice.

In This Episode:

00:00 Introduction

03:00 The Danger of Imitation in Leadership

07:36 Cultivating Authenticity and Connection

11:18 The Power of Conviction and Courage

21:54 Cultivating a Deep Level of Conviction

26:09 Talent vs. Success

35:04 Ongoing Relationship with Self-Expression

43:37 Conclusion and VOICE

Keywords:

unique expression, standing out, imitating others, ecosystem of sameness, authentic expression, unapologetic, community, conviction, courage, identity, vision of success, imitation, comparison

Key Takeaways:

• Imitation vs. Authenticity: Recognizing the pitfalls of imitation and the importance of embracing your unique self-expression.

• Rebellion Trap: Understanding how extreme non-conformity can also lead to a form of sameness.

• Community and Individuality: Balancing the need for community with maintaining individuality.

• Success Factors: How talent alone isn't enough—conviction and authenticity are key to standing out.

• Self-Trust: Building a deep, unwavering trust in yourself is crucial for authentic leadership.

Quotes

• "When you're embodied in who you are, you're not concerned about trying to be something; you're just living your life." - Rachael Meeds

• "Labels can be prisons. Over-identifying with them can lead to a lack of true self-expression." - Rachael Meeds

• "Your iconic it factor energy is what makes you stand out." - Rachael Meeds

• "The “secret” to success is a deep conviction in your identity and your unique expression." - Rachael Meeds

Thank you from the bottom of my heart for joining me on this episode. Your presence, engagement, and openness to grow alongside me fuel the essence of this podcast.

I hope today's episode has inspired you to embrace your unique qualities and step confidently into your true self. Remember, the world needs your distinctive voice and leadership.

If you enjoyed this episode, please subscribe to the podcast, leave a review, and share it with your friends. Your support helps us reach more people and spread this transformative work. Stay connected with me on social media and check out the links in the show notes for more resources and ways to work together. Keep shining and being unapologetically you. Until next time, take care and keep leading from the heart.

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Welcome back to the Embodied Leadership Podcast. I'm your host, Rachael Meeds. We have an incredibly juicy conversation lined up where we dive deep into the limiting narratives we tell ourselves, specifically the "I don't know" stories. These stories can often be a way to avoid taking responsibility for what we truly want and desire.

In today's episode, we explore how these narratives show up in our lives and leadership, and how they can hold us back from fully owning our brilliance. I share insights from my work with clients, my own personal experiences, and offer practical advice on how to move beyond these limiting stories. Trust me, this is a conversation you don't want to miss!

In This Episode:

00:00 Introduction: Exploring the 'I Don't Know' Narrative

01:49 Uncovering the Truth Behind the 'I Don't Know' Narrative

07:31 Looking Beneath the Surface of the 'I Don't Know' Story

13:35 Owning Our Brilliance and Handling Rejection

28:00 Navigating Discomfort on the Path to Success

36:27 Embracing Feminine Leadership

42:58 Cracking the Code

49:10 Prioritizing What Matters

54:00 The Framework for Creating Momentum

59:04 Owning Your Truth

Keywords:

I don't know, narrative, uncomfortable emotions, avoidance, responsibility, desires, fears, deeper truths, being seen, owning brilliance, discomfort, true vision of success, feminine leadership, aliveness, feminine devotion, divine inspiration, identity development, self-responsibility, discomfort, fears, different decisions, self-expression, membership program

Key Takeaways:

• The "I don't know" narrative can be a way to avoid taking responsibility for our true desires.

• Exploring these narratives with curiosity can reveal deeper truths and fears.

• Embracing responsibility in leadership involves owning our brilliance and the discomfort that comes with visibility.

• Identity development is an ongoing process that supports sustainable leadership and fulfillment.

• Prioritizing our aliveness and feminine devotion can lead to inspired actions and true success.

Quotes:

• "Is it that I don't know or is it that I'm afraid to fully own and admit out loud what it is that I actually want?" - Rachael Meeds

• "The more we avoid something, the more our subconscious views that thing as unsafe, increasing our resistance." - Rachael Meeds

• "Prioritize what matters to you, prioritize creating outside of business, prioritize rest, prioritize nourishment, and just watch what happens." - Rachael Meeds

Thank you from the bottom of my heart for joining me on this episode. Your presence, engagement, and openness to grow alongside me fuel the essence of this podcast.

As we wrap up today's journey, I invite you to carry forward the insights and self-reflection we explored about the "I don't know" narrative and how it impacts our leadership and self-expression.

Should you feel called to dive deeper, connect, or share your own stories of transformation, please don't hesitate to reach out on Instagram @rachaelmeeds. Together, let's continue to unmask these limiting stories and embrace the power of owning our true desires.

Remember, questioning the "I don't know" narrative allows us to uncover deeper truths and fears, paving the way for authentic self-expression and leadership. Let's boldly step into our paths, acknowledging and embracing our fears, and transforming them into the fuel that drives our growth and brilliance.

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