The Unique Way

In this powerful episode, I'm joined by the incredible Jen Aks - leadership coach, speaker, author, and the visionary creator of The Power of Gesture®, a groundbreaking bodyset practice that bridges the gap between mindset and the innate intelligence of the body. Jen has over 30 years of experience as a dance educator and somatic expert. Her work teaches people how to reconnect with their inner wisdom, process emotions somatically, and lead their lives with clarity, authenticity, and confidence - whether they're navigating family dynamics, professional leadership, personal transitions, or their own healing journey. Together, we dive into a transformational conversation that will help you soften into your body, release fear, and access the intelligence you've had within you all along. ✨ In this episode, we explore: The different forms of intelligence — including emotional and kinesthetic intelligence, and why they matter The Power of Gesture® practice — what it is, why it works, and how it helps you break limiting patterns Jen's 3E Framework — Embody, Empower, Elevate — and how to apply it to your daily life The difference between mindset and bodyset — and why bodyset is the missing piece for true transformation How to discern the voice of your body vs. the voice of fear The G.I.F.T. Method — Ground, Imagine, Feel, Transform — and how this simple process can shift your energy Why embodiment is essential for emotional regulation, leadership, creativity, and authentic living If you've been craving a deeper connection with yourself, your intuition, and your body's wisdom… this episode will feel like coming home. Meet Jen Aks: Jen Aks is a leadership coach, speaker, and author who helps people reconnect with their innate embodied wisdom. As the founder of The Power of Gesture®, Jen's work bridges somatics, emotional intelligence, and creative self-expression to help people lead from a place of grounded authenticity. Through her teaching, workshops, coaching, and somatic practices, Jen has helped thousands of clients shift their inner narrative, process emotions, and step confidently into their fullest lives. She is the author of Your Body is Speaking and the creator of the Bodyset™ approach — an evolution beyond mindset that integrates the body, emotions, and intuitive knowing. Connect with JeN: Website: https://yourbodyisspeaking.org/ Free Live Gesture Workshop: https://book.jenaks.com/free-live-gesture-workshop-page TED Talk — Your Body's Hidden Intelligence: From Mindset to Bodyset: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nfZGY1mAbWs Instagram: @jenaks Get Jen's Book: Your Body is Speaking https://yourbodyisspeaking.org/ Connect with Cortney WEBSITE INSTAGRAM UNIQUE WAY INSTAGRAM NEWSLETTER _________________________________ Upcoming Retreats: Charleston Private Retreat: this holiday season treat yourself (or gift a loved one) a one-of-a-kind private retreat Craving a getaway? Dreaming of a staycation? Prefer to spend your money on experiences rather than material things? Want a unique, personalized, soul-nourishing experience to share with a friend or loved one? If you want the magic of a retreat without international flights or jet lag, my Charleston Private Retreat is for you. This one-of-a-kind experience is fully customized to your goals, preferences, and desired vibe. We'll begin with a Discovery Call so I can design a personalized itinerary based on your goals, desires, and what your body + soul are craving right now. Expect a nourishing blend of daily movement (walking, yoga, dance or strength training), healing bodywork and massage, delicious meals at award winning restaurants, exploring Charleston's rich beauty and history, and plenty of time for rest and relaxation. For the entire weekend, I'll be your host, hype woman, teacher, coach, tour guide, personal driver, and new BFF - creating a retreat experience that feels luxurious, nourishing, and unforgettable. Although this retreat was originally created as a 1:1 experience, you now have the option to bring a +1 (BFF, sister, mom, partner, etc.). It not only makes the investment lighter, but creates a meaningful memory-making experience you'll cherish forever. Interested? Email hello@cortneyostrosky.com with the subject line: Private Retreat to receive your questionnaire and schedule your Discovery Call. From there, we can start designing your dream retreat!

Cortney is the visionary behind the Glōw Up Universe — a multi-dimensional, multi-passionate solopreneur on a mission to light up the world by helping women ignite the fire within. With over 21 years in wellness, yoga, and self development, she's guided thousands of women to reconnect with their bodies, transform their lives, and reclaim their radiance. A living, breathing example of personal transformation, Cortney created the 30 Day Glōw Up using the exact system that helped her reignite her own sparkle. What began as a coaching program has since evolved into a full-blown universe — featuring the Glōw Up app (packed with resources, tools, inspiration, live coaching, and a vibrant social feed), Illuminations to shift your energy and elevate your mindset, transformational Glōw Up Retreats around the world, the Glōw Up Membership (join the high vibe community on the app & receive ongoing support, connection, and weekly content drops), & some seriously exciting surprises coming soon. With her down-to-earth vibe, deep expertise in yoga, energetics, embodiment, and an unapologetic passion for helping women thrive, Cortney is here to help you feel vibrant, aligned, and wildly alive. If you're ready to glōw up your life — Cortney's your girl. 💖✨ In today's solo episode, I discuss my Charleston crush, recap my Charleston Private retreat experience, discuss the importance of a dopamine detox, navigating the holidays if you're single & childfree & more. Connect with Cortney WEBSITE INSTAGRAM UNIQUE WAY INSTAGRAM NEWSLETTER _________________________________ Upcoming Retreats: Charleston Private Retreat (you pick the dates!)

Cortney is the visionary behind the Glōw Up Universe — a multi-dimensional, multi-passionate solopreneur on a mission to light up the world by helping women ignite the fire within. With over 21 years in wellness, yoga, and self development, she's guided thousands of women to reconnect with their bodies, transform their lives, and reclaim their radiance. A living, breathing example of personal transformation, Cortney created the 30 Day Glōw Up using the exact system that helped her reignite her own sparkle. What began as a coaching program has since evolved into a full-blown universe — featuring the Glōw Up app (packed with resources, tools, inspiration, live coaching, and a vibrant social feed), Illuminations to shift your energy and elevate your mindset, transformational Glōw Up Retreats around the world, the Glōw Up Membership (join the high vibe community on the app & receive ongoing support, connection, and weekly content drops), & some seriously exciting surprises coming soon. With her down-to-earth vibe, deep expertise in yoga, energetics, embodiment, and an unapologetic passion for helping women thrive, Cortney is here to help you feel vibrant, aligned, and wildly alive. If you're ready to glōw up your life — Cortney's your girl. 💖✨ _________________________________ In today's solo episode Cortney recaps her Iceland retreat along with a few surprises! Connect with Cortney: WEBSITE INSTAGRAM UNIQUE WAY INSTAGRAM NEWSLETTER _________________________________ Upcoming Retreats: Charleston Private Retreat (you pick the dates!)

Cortney is the visionary behind the Glōw Up Universe — a multi-dimensional, multi-passionate solopreneur on a mission to light up the world by helping women ignite the fire within. With over 21 years in wellness, yoga, and self development, she's guided thousands of women to reconnect with their bodies, transform their lives, and reclaim their radiance. A living, breathing example of personal transformation, Cortney created the 30 Day Glōw Up using the exact system that helped her reignite her own sparkle. What began as a coaching program has since evolved into a full-blown universe — featuring the Glōw Up app (packed with resources, tools, inspiration, live coaching, and a vibrant social feed), Illuminations to shift your energy and elevate your mindset, transformational Glōw Up Retreats around the world, the Glōw Up Membership (join the high vibe community on the app & receive ongoing support, connection, and weekly content drops), & some seriously exciting surprises coming soon. With her down-to-earth vibe, deep expertise in yoga, energetics, embodiment, and an unapologetic passion for helping women thrive, Cortney is here to help you feel vibrant, aligned, and wildly alive. If you're ready to glōw up your life — Cortney's your girl. 💖✨ ------------------------------- In today's solo episode, I share a life update from the current season I'm in - a season of purification and preparation. I open up about what it looks like to follow your joy and excitement as a compass, how much I've been loving learning to shuffle (and the gift of embracing the beginner's mindset), and why allowing ourselves to play, learn, and be humbled keeps us lit up and alive. I also talk about what's happening behind the scenes in my world: my work being beautifully full, getting ready for my Retreat in Iceland (2 weeks away!), my plans to rent out my house in February so I can travel & of course I share a few surprises. Connect with Cortney WEBSITE INSTAGRAM UNIQUE WAY INSTAGRAM NEWSLETTER _________________________________ Upcoming Retreats: Charleston Private Retreat (you pick the dates!)

This week I sit down with my dear friend Heather Beem, founder of Her Money, Her Way and creator of the Her Money, Her Way Process - a transformational journey where women design values-based financial systems that actually fit their lives. ✨ Heather blends her background as a high-level athlete, leader, and corporate professional with her passion for helping women feel safe, confident, and free with money. Her process is not about forcing yourself into rigid budgets - it's about creating a money system that feels aligned, supportive, and sustainable. This conversation is pure gold. Whether you're just starting out on your money journey or you're ready to take your financial empowerment to the next level, Heather will inspire you to see money in a whole new way. We talk about: Heather's journey from corporate success to building a career that felt truly aligned Why most money struggles aren't about numbers The importance of nervous system regulation and emotional safety Harnessing both feminine flow & masculine structure with money How to balance stability AND freedom Practical money habits to boost confidence, like money dates with yourself or a girlfriend The real first investment everyone should make: in yourself How to start investing with as little as $50 per month Heather's vision for a world where women talk about finances with the same ease as grabbing coffee together And if you're ready to take action, she's launching a 10-week group coaching course to help women just like you transform their relationship with money. I'm signing up & can't wait! She's so kind to offer a $100 discount code just for Unique Way Listeners. Use code UNIQUEWAY100 at checkout. 📚 Book Recs: Money: Master the Game by Tony Robbins Think & Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill The Psychology of Money by Morgan Housel 🌐 Connect with Heather: Website: www.heatherbeem.com Instagram: @hermoney_herway 10-Week Group Coaching Course: Her Money, Her Way Together *Use code UNIQUEWAY100 at checkout to save $100 _________________________________ Connect with Cortney WEBSITE INSTAGRAM UNIQUE WAY INSTAGRAM NEWSLETTER _________________________________ Upcoming Retreats: Iceland Yoga Retreat – October 18-25, 2025 (SOLD OUT - hop on the waitlist) Charleston Private Retreat (you pick the dates!)

Today (8/20) I'm celebrating a huge milestone: 200 days alcohol-free! 🥳 In this episode, I share my honest journey - what life looked like before, the challenges that no one saw but me, why I decided to quit & why I now see this as one of the best decisions of my life. I'm not here to judge & def not telling you what to do. I'm simply sharing my story for those curious about what life looks like on the other side of alcohol. You'll hear: ✨ How I approached quitting alcohol the same way I approach wellness: by getting to the root cause ✨ Why I was drinking in the past & the consequences I experienced ✨ How building an inner world I didn't need to escape from changed everything ✨ The ripple effect of going alcohol-free: improved health (on all levels), deeper confidence, stronger boundaries, more creativity, bigger business wins & a powerful sense of alignment & peace. I also share some powerful points regarding the energetics of alcohol thanks to @thisismariyaofficial: ⚡️ Alcohol has a consciousness/spirit ⚡️ It puts you in energetic debt ⚡️ Creates energetic hooks in your body ⚡️ Creates holes in your aura ⚡️ Lowers your vibe ⚡️ Collapses your energy into the lower chakras ⚡️ Steals energy from your future ⚡️ Delays your ability to fully awaken, If you've ever thought "I could never give up alcohol," I hope this episode inspires you to see what's possible when you choose differently. And if you're curious about exploring your own alcohol-free season, I created The 30 Day Glōw Up as a supportive space to reset your health, mindset & lifestyle alongside like-hearted women. We start Monday & you can sign up here 👉 The 30 Day Glōw Up 💫 Resources & Links Mentioned: The "Days Since" app for tracking progress The 30 Day Glōw Up program → [JOIN NOW] The Unique Way Podcast, Episode 80: Why I'm Embracing the Alcohol-Free Lifestyle & Why Normal is Broken: → [listen here] Join the next round of The 30 Day Glōw Up → [sign up here] _________________________________ Connect with Cortney WEBSITE INSTAGRAM UNIQUE WAY INSTAGRAM NEWSLETTER _________________________________ Upcoming Retreats: Iceland Yoga Retreat – October 18-25, 2025 (SOLD OUT - hop on the waitlist) Charleston Private Retreat (you pick the dates!)

In this episode, I'm sharing one of my favorite tools inside The 30 Day Glōw Up: Illuminations - audio experiences designed to rewire your mindset, recalibrate your energy & help you step into your highest frequency self. You'll get the full I AM ABUNDANT AF Illumination from the Glōw Up app so you can experience it for yourself anytime, anywhere. This one is all about activating abundance in your thoughts, energy & life. I share the story behind how Illuminations came to be, why they've become the most-loved feature in the Glōw Up, and how they can transform your mindset just like reps in the gym transform your body. We'll talk about why your mind defaults to survival mode (& how Illuminations help you to shift it), how to stop being a prisoner of your perspective & why your attention is your superpower. Whether you're a seasoned manifestor or new to affirmations, this episode will help you break free from lack-based thinking, expand into possibility & feel lit up from the inside out. Inside this episode: How EVERYTHING is energy. Everything holds a vibration & frequency - including your thoughts How to become the master, rather than the slave, to your mind Illuminations are to your mind, what reps in the gym are to your body The 30 Day Glōw Up starts August 25th "Sometimes the prison isn't the place you're in, but the perspective you have." ⚠️ Illuminations Warning: Side effects may include decreased tolerance for lack-based thinking, reduced inner mean girl volume & spontaneous upgrades across every area of life. The 30 Day Glōw Up: Doors are OPEN & we start August 25th! Join the next round of The 30 Day Glōw Up → [sign up here] _________________________________ Connect with Cortney WEBSITE INSTAGRAM UNIQUE WAY INSTAGRAM NEWSLETTER _________________________________ Upcoming Retreats: Iceland Yoga Retreat – October 18-25, 2025 (SOLD OUT - hop on the waitlist) Charleston Private Retreat

In today's solo episode, I'm giving you a peek behind the scenes of the Lake Keowee Glōw Up Retreat - the experience, the breakthroughs, and the pure magic that unfolded over the weekend. I share how there was a season where I felt completely burnt out from hosting retreats and teaching public classes. I knew I needed to step back and take a sacred pause, so I did just that. For a couple of years, I went inward and did the deep, energetic work that doesn't always show on the surface…but shifts everything. And let me tell you - it worked. That's exactly why I created The Glōw Up brand - to share how I went from burnt out to glōwed up & to show you that it's possible for you too. In this episode, I share: A behind-the-scenes look at the Glōw Up Retreat What does it mean to "Glōw Up"? A step-by-step guide to upgrade your Identity as you upgrade your vision, goals & life Personal reflections, takeaways & celebrations from the weekend What's new and exciting in this round of The 30 Day Glōw Up - including strength training & yoga classes, new illuminations (16 & counting!) & so much more. The 30 Day Glōw Up: Doors are OPEN & we start August 25th! Join the next round of The 30 Day Glōw Up → [get the early bird rate] _________________________________ Connect with Cortney WEBSITE INSTAGRAM UNIQUE WAY INSTAGRAM NEWSLETTER _________________________________ Upcoming Retreats: Iceland Yoga Retreat – October 18-25, 2025 (1 roommate spot is available) Charleston Private Retreat

This episode is a mix of personal updates, powerful lessons & your questions answered - straight from my heart to yours. From the passing of my beloved Papa & the miracles we experienced as a family, to new retreats, books I'm obsessed with & the mindset shifts I'm leaning into right now. Inside this episode: Life update & lessons from loss: My Papa's passing, the miracles we experienced & the wisdom he shared in his final days. Books & tools I'm loving: A Happy Pocket Full of Money (life-changing!) and why "I AM" statements are so powerful. Frequencies, meditations, & Illuminations: The practices that have changed the game. Creating a dream journal Going alcohol-free when your friends still drink (and how to build a social life that aligns with your values) Links + Resources Mentioned: A Happy Pocket Full of Money (Book) Why I'm Embracing the Alcohol Free Lifestyle & Why Normal is Broken (Podcast Episode) Lake Keowee Glōw Up Retreat (1 spot left!) Join the August Glōw Up Join the Waitlist for The 30 Day Glōw Up - August Session _________________________________ Connect with Cortney WEBSITE INSTAGRAM UNIQUE WAY INSTAGRAM NEWSLETTER _________________________________ Upcoming Retreats: Iceland Yoga Retreat – October 18-25, 2025 (1 room just opened up!) Lake Keowee Glōw Up Retreat - July 31-August 3, 2025 Charleston Private Retreat

Grab your journal, this episode is your step-by-step guide to designing a life you're wildly obsessed with. Cortney is sharing actionable tools, mindset shifts, and personal stories to help you stop living by default and actively design the life you want to live.. Inside this episode, you'll learn how to: Identify your core values and design a life around them Clarify your vision and take aligned action toward it Reverse-engineer your goals and plug them into your schedule Practice time integrity & track your habits for massive momentum Use powerful daily/weekly/monthly routines to stay aligned Set intentions that guide your energy and decisions Tap into your future self and embody her now Cortney also shares the exact structure of her AM & PM dream routines, how she uses a large whiteboard calendar to organize her month, and why she's totally fine if some people think her systems are a little "crazy" - because those very practices have helped her create a crazy beautiful life. You'll walk away from this episode with the mindset, clarity, and tools to get out of the passenger seat and start actively creating your dream life - one aligned day at a time. Resources Mentioned: Alignment Blueprint Masterclass Perfect Day Playbook Monthly Calendar System 🎧 Listen now on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you stream your podcasts 📱 If this episode speaks to you, share it with a friend & tag us on social 💖 Join the Waitlist for The 30 Day Glōw Up August Session _________________________________ Connect with Cortney WEBSITE INSTAGRAM UNIQUE WAY INSTAGRAM NEWSLETTER _________________________________ Upcoming Retreats: Iceland Yoga Retreat – October 18-25, 2025 SOLD OUT (1 Female Roommate spot just opened up!) Lake Keowee Glōw Up Retreat - July 31-August 3, 2025 Charleston Private Retreat