The Unique Way

In this episode Cortney shares how the word “femininity” used to make her cringe & how reclaiming it & deeply honoring her unique flavor of feminine genius has shifted everything for the better in her life. Craft Your Path: Feminine Genius is a 6 month experience to support women in feeling fully alive, tuned in & turned on in their body & life & in this episode Cortney shares ALLLL the juicy deets.   Topics of Discussion: my Thanksgiving Caribbean Island adventure! Craft Your Path: Feminine Genius (what it is, who it’s for, what it’s not, etc.) what REAL femininity looks like & breaking free of conditioning how everything shifted for me when I embraced my feminine genius where the term “feminine genius” came from (this might surprise you) A powerful reading from Dr. Shefali’s book “A Radical Awakening” & so much more!   Learn more about Craft Your Path: Feminine Genius Sign up for the waitlist & qualify for a special bonus!     “Stoke Your Inner Fire” Women’s Yoga Retreat at beautiful Lake Keowee January 20-23 hosted by yours truly & special guest teachers Kate Moon & Julia Powell This will be a special experience that is one part yoga retreat & one part winter wonderland getaway. You’ll enjoy accommodations at a gorgeous lakefront log cabin, twice daily yoga & meditation, delicious & nutritious meals sourced locally by private Chef Amanda Moon, cozy boat excursions with blankets & hot cocoa, a fire ritual, tea ceremony, nature walks, connecting with an amazing group of women & so much more. Email me at hello@cortneyostrosky.com to learn more and/or to sign up.   Make eating healthy EASY with Sakara Life, my FAV delicious & nutritious meal delivery service. Eating their food for the past few months has absolutely changed my life & my body in the BEST ways! I couldn’t recommend them more. Save %20 off of your first order by using discount code: XOUNIQUEWAY   Want to sponsor the podcast & reach a new audience with your service, brand, product, etc.? Let’s join forces! Email Cortney at hello@cortneyostrosky.com to learn more about the show stats & sponsorship opportunities.   To say thank you for taking the time to subscribe, rate & review the podcast I’m gifting you my Zoom Yoga Library (11 creative vinyasa classes). All you have to do is take a screenshot of your rating & review & send it to hello@cortneyostrosky.com. I’m so grateful for your support & think you’ll LOVE these classes!   Cortney’s Instagram Unique Way Instagram Cortney’s Website Cortney’s Weekly Newsletter

Cortney deleted Instagram for the month of November & in this episode she share’s the many life-changing benefits she’s experienced. She also shares some wild & alarming stats around the rise in social media use & the decline in mental health & life satisfaction. She references the Emmy award winning Netflix documentary "The Social Dilemma" & shares some practical ways to implement boundaries with social media. She believes social media can be a tool used for good, we just need to be mindful of the risks involved (one being that it’s highly addictive) & use it intentionally.   Topics of Discussion: + The many benefits of taking a break from social media including being genuinely happier, less anxious, more present, more creative & having more time, energy, clarity & focus + How time can be invested, spent or wasted, just like money + Living life being proactive verses reactive + The rise of mental health issues, life dissatisfaction, anxiety, body dysmorphia, identity crisis, self-censorship, addiction, etc,. related to the rise of social media use. + The lack of regulation & the need for ethical & humane design in the social media sphere + Surveillance capitalism + Positive intermitent reinforcement + Growth hacking + Massive scale social contagion experiments + Ways to implement boundaries around social media use + The benefits of social media + & more!   Watch the Social Dilemma on Netflix Books & Resources The Social Dilemma Website     “Stoke Your Inner Fire” Women’s Yoga Retreat at beautiful Lake Keowee January 20-23 hosted by yours truly & special guest teachers Kate Moon & Julia Powell This will be a special experience that is one part yoga retreat & one part winter wonderland getaway. You’ll enjoy accommodations at a gorgeous lakefront log cabin, twice daily yoga & meditation, delicious & nutritious meals sourced locally by private Chef Amanda Moon, cozy boat excursions with blankets & hot cocoa, a fire ritual, tea ceremony, nature walks, connecting with an amazing group of women & so much more. Email me at hello@cortneyostrosky.com to learn more and/or to sign up.   Sakara is having their ONLY sale of the year and the ENTIRE SITE is 25% off, yes even the Holiday Shop, meal delivery & all Sakara products! Sale ends November 29th at midnight PST. This sale is for new & returning customers, just use my special LINK & discount code: XOUNIQUEWAY-BF21   Want to sponsor the podcast & reach a new audience with your service, brand, product, etc.? Let’s join forces! Email Cortney at hello@cortneyostrosky.com to learn more about the show stats & sponsorship opportunities.   To say thank you for taking the time to subscribe, rate & review the podcast I’m gifting you my Zoom Yoga Library (11 creative vinyasa classes). All you have to do is take a screenshot of your rating & review & send it to hello@cortneyostrosky.com. I’m so grateful for your support & think you’ll LOVE these classes!   Cortney’s Instagram Unique Way Instagram Cortney’s Website Cortney’s Weekly Newsletter

In this episode Cortney explores one of her favorite books “The Four Agreements” by Don Miguel Ruiz. She breaks down & shares her understanding of each of the 4 Agreements & how to actually integrate them into your life so you can feel more happiness, freedom & flow.   Topics of Discussion: The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz Agreement #1: Be impeccable with your word. Agreement #2: Don’t take anything personally. Agreement #3: Don’t make assumptions. Agreement #4: Always do your best. Some of her favorite quotes, acronyms & life mantras And more!   “Stoke Your Inner Fire” Women’s Yoga Retreat at beautiful Lake Keowee January 20-23 hosted by Cortney & special guest teachers Kate Moon & Julia Powell This will be a special experience that is one part yoga retreat & one part winter wonderland getaway. You’ll enjoy accommodations at a gorgeous lakefront log cabin, twice daily yoga & meditation, delicious & nutritious meals sourced locally by private Chef Amanda Moon, cozy boat excursions with blankets & hot cocoa, a fire ritual, tea ceremony, nature walks, connecting with an amazing group of women & so much more. Email me at hello@cortneyostrosky.com to learn more and/or to sign up.   Sakara is having their ONLY sale of the year and the ENTIRE SITE is 25% off, yes even the Holiday Shop, meal delivery & all Sakara products! Sale ends November 29th at midnight PST. This sale is for new & returning customers, just use my special LINK & discount code: XOUNIQUEWAY-BF21   To say thank you for taking the time to subscribe, rate & review the podcast I’m gifting you my Zoom Yoga Library (11 creative vinyasa classes). All you have to do is take a screenshot of your rating & review & send it to hello@cortneyostrosky.com. I’m so grateful for your support & think you’ll LOVE these classes!   Cortney’s Instagram Unique Way Instagram Cortney’s Website Cortney’s Weekly Newsletter

Kerry McGinn is a lover of all things movement, mindfulness and mother nature. By trade, She is a Doctor of Physical Therapy, a 500 hour certified yoga teacher and personal trainer. She is a healer and mind body coach. Kerry owns Live Good, Feel Good- a performance and recovery center that caters to people who survive chronic pain, chronic illness and chronic stress. She truly believes that every single person deserves to feel GOOD in their body. She weaves together a wide range of modalities from biomechanics to somatics, energy healing to physical alignment and much more. Kerry is currently studying all things lymphatic system, somatics, polyvagal theory, neural manipulation and psychology of movement. She helps you create a full body, whole life approach to wellness and health.   Topics of Discussion: Her healing journey The Live Good, Feel Good method Her course “Nourish Your Nervous System” Practical ways to nourish your nervous system right now The importance of movement as medicine (not punishment) Nature as healing modality How to be your own healer Polyvagal Theory (this was wild!) Navigating the world as a highly sensitive person (HSP) Amazing book recommendations & a fire Spotify playlist! A peak into Cortney’s Ayahuasca (plant medicine) experience   Use discount code: THEUNIQUEWAY to receive %15 off your first month of Kerry’s 6 month group coaching course “Nourish Your Nervous System”!   Contact Kerry: WEBSITE INSTAGRAM NOURISH YOUR NERVOUS SYSTEM WAITLIST FOR NYNS EMAIL: contact@kerrymcginn.com   Go support our our sponsor Audra Walters! Instagram: @Audra_Walters_chs Tik Tok: @audrawaltersrealestate Text: 843-608-8149 Front Porch Properties   “Stoke Your Inner Fire” Women’s Yoga Retreat at beautiful Lake Keowee January 20-23 hosted by yours truly & special guest teachers Kate Moon & Julia Powell This will be a special experience that is one part yoga retreat & one part winter wonderland getaway. You’ll enjoy accommodations at a gorgeous lakefront log cabin, twice daily yoga & meditation, delicious & nutritious meals sourced locally by private Chef Amanda Moon, cozy boat excursions with blankets & hot cocoa, a fire ritual, tea ceremony, nature walks, connecting with an amazing group of women & so much more. Email me at hello@cortneyostrosky.com to learn more and/or to sign up.   Make eating healthy EASY with Sakara Life, my FAV meal delivery service. Eating their food for the past few months has absolutely changed my life & my body in the BEST ways! I couldn’t recommend them more. Save %20 off of your first order by using discount code: XOUNIQUEWAY   To say thank you for taking the time to subscribe, rate & review the podcast I’m gifting you my Zoom Yoga Library (11 creative vinyasa classes). All you have to do is take a screenshot of your rating & review & send it to hello@cortneyostrosky.com. I’m so grateful for your support & think you’ll LOVE these classes!

Christine Bar Noël, born in France, is an entrepreneur, World Champion ballroom dancer, podcast host and life balance coach. She guides mission-driven women to break cycles of perfection and eliminate survival mode through sustainable habits and self love in order to create their life by design. Her entire goal as a life balance coach is to show people that there is more to life than what we’re told, you just have to do your own research by unlearning and own your happiness! Christine focuses on gaining clarity by removing the energy wasters, setting clear goals to maintain focus and allowing for self care breaks before burnout. She travels the world with her husband and is passionate about the art of conversation and authenticity which she shares on her podcast “Recovering Perfectionist”. Life is all about balance and Christine will show you that the smallest changes can create the biggest results.   Topics of Discussion: Christine’s transition from ball room dancing to coaching Energy wasters & energy management 5 steps to creating sustainable habits The importance of systems & processes when working towards goals Progress over perfection Editing, refining & optimizing your life A day in the life Holistic living Women’s reproductive health and more!   Contact Christine: WEBSITE: https://www.christinebarnoel.com/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/christinebarnoel/ PODCAST: Recovering Perfectionist Join the waitlist for Freedom Mindset Academy     Go support our our sponsor Audra Walters! Instagram: @Audra_Walters_chs Tik Tok: @audrawaltersrealestate Text: 843-608-8149 Front Porch Properties   “Stoke Your Inner Fire” Women’s Yoga Retreat at beautiful Lake Keowee January 20-23 hosted by yours truly & special guest teachers Kate Moon & Julia Powell This will be a special experience that is one part yoga retreat & one part winter wonderland getaway. You’ll enjoy accommodations at a gorgeous lakefront log cabin, twice daily yoga & meditation, delicious & nutritious meals sourced locally by private Chef Amanda Moon, cozy boat excursions with blankets & hot cocoa, a fire ritual, tea ceremony, nature walks, connecting with an amazing group of women & so much more. Email me at hello@cortneyostrosky.com to learn more and/or to sign up.   Make eating healthy EASY with Sakara Life, my FAV meal delivery service. Eating their food for the past few months has absolutely changed my life & my body in the BEST ways! I couldn’t recommend them more. Save %20 off of your first order by using discount code: XOUNIQUEWAY   To say thank you for taking the time to subscribe, rate & review the podcast I’m gifting you my Zoom Yoga Library (11 creative vinyasa classes). All you have to do is take a screenshot of your rating & review & send it to hello@cortneyostrosky.com. I’m so grateful for your support & think you’ll LOVE these classes!   Cortney’s Instagram Unique Way Instagram Cortney’s Website Cortney’s Weekly Newsletter

Stacie Barber is a holistic collective founded by Stacie Barber, Integrative Lifestyle Coach. Stacie is the co-owner of The Mindful Body Pilates Studio in Charleston, S.C., Certified Life + Wellness Coach + Licensed Occupational Therapist. Stacie Barber Lifestyle is grounded in the belief that each person deserves to be truly fulfilled, living as the highest version of themselves, while gaining all that they fully deserve. Stacie works to uncover who you are at your core through providing transparent and authentic EDUCATION, RESOURCES, COMMUNITY, INSPIRATION + SPACE.   Topics of Discussion: Her story, how she defeated the odds & created an amazing life by choosing herself N.L.P. (Neuro Linguistic Programming) Thriving as a woman in the world (boundaries, self care & the power of saying NO) Motherhood The power of constantly choosing YOU Staying curious, playful, open & embracing your inner child Why it’s important to question your inherited beliefs and break the “rules” And so much more!   Stacie Barber is the official sponsor this episode & has a very special offer for you! Save $500 on a private coaching package when you mention the Unique Way Podcast. Learn more & connect with Stacie by following the links below. Stacie’s Personal/Coaching Website The Mindful Body Pilates Instagram The Mindful Body Pilates + Wellness Studio Website Email: stacie.barber@gmail.com   Make eating health EASY with Sakara Life, my FAV meal delivery service. Eating their food for the past few months has absolutely changed my life & my body in the BEST ways! I couldn’t recommend them more. Save %20 off of your first order by using discount code: XOUNIQUEWAY   To say thank you for taking the time to subscribe, rate & review the podcast I’m gifting you my Zoom Yoga Library (11 creative vinyasa classes). All you have to do is take a screenshot of your rating & review & send it to hello@cortneyostrosky.com. I’m so grateful for your support & think you’ll LOVE these classes!   Cortney’s Instagram Unique Way Instagram Cortney’s Website Cortney’s Weekly Newsletter

Meredith Rawlings is a Quantum Coach, and ICF Certified Holistic Life Coach & certified Human Design expert. She uses a combination of mindset work, energy clearing & Human Design analysis to help you optimize your life, business & relationships. Clear your conditioning, release trauma and create a solid strategy based on your unique energy signature. Meredith spent the first two years of her business trapped in a toxic burnout cycle, lost in anxiety & scarcity. Everything changed when she started combining her Human Design expertise with Quantum Energy. Within a few months, she had doubled her monthly income and stopped taking anti-anxiety meds. It is now her passion to teach other people to free themselves in the same way! Meredith lives in Wilmington, NC, USA and loves working with clients worldwide.   Topics of Discussion: Her Story Body image & healing from an eating disorder Perfectionism & people pleasing Intention deficit disorder Human design  Money & living in the matrix Hustle culture Neural plasticity  Not taking things personally Quantum physics How to deal with “triggers” Deactivating conditioning Energetic alignment Emotional regulation And more!   Connect with Meredith: https://meredithrawlings.com/ https://www.instagram.com/_meredithrawlings/ Listen to her Column of Ascension Visualization that will allow you to Quantum Leap, create more abundance, freedom and connection with your highest self. This is how you make life easy!   Uplevel your health & quality of life with Sakara Life, my FAV meal delivery service. Eating their food for the past few months has absolutely changed my life in the BEST ways! I’m a super fan! Save %20 off of your first order by using discount code: XOUNIQUEWAY   Go support our sponsor Audra Walters! Instagram: @Audra_Walters_chs Tik Tok: @audrawaltersrealestate Text: 843-608-8149 Front Porch Properties   To say thank you for taking the time to subscribe, rate & review the podcast I’m gifting you my Zoom Yoga Library (11 creative vinyasa classes). All you have to do is take a screenshot of your rating & review & send it to hello@cortneyostrosky.com. I’m so grateful for your support & think you’ll LOVE these classes!   Cortney’s Instagram Unique Way Instagram Cortney’s Website Cortney’s Weekly Newsletter

Over 80% of people that I polled on IG struggle with some kind of gut health issue. That number is alarming! In this episode I share an intimate look into my life & how my diet & lifestyle has evolved from childhood to present day. I have gone from the Standard American Diet (SAD) to Vegan to Paleo & have finally found a happy medium for my body. I also share my healing journey, dive into gut health & I encourage everyone to figure out what works best for their body through intuition & trial & error.   Topics of Discussion: The evolution of my diet & my early disordered eating Moving to California & falling in love with health, wellness & the slow food movement The connection of nature & food Eating the Standard American Diet (SAD), turning Vegan then Paleo & where I’m at now My digestive health issues & how the modern medical system failed me My healing journey & how naturopathic medicine helped me Eating a low FODMAP diet Why I love Sakara Life & how it’s been a game changer for me Tips, tricks, tools, supplements, etc., that have helped me on my healing journey UTI’s The energetics of digestive issues/pain Loving your body   Uplevel your health with Sakara Life, my favorite meal delivery service. Eating their food for the past few months has changed my life in the BEST ways! Save %20 off of your first order by using discount code: XOUNIQUEWAY   Go support our sponsor Audra Walters! Instagram: @Audra_Walters_chs Tik Tok: @audrawaltersrealestate Text: 843-608-8149 Front Porch Properties   To say thank you for taking the time to subscribe, rate & review the podcast I’m gifting you my Zoom Yoga Library (11 creative vinyasa classes). All you have to do is take a screenshot of your rating & review & send it to hello@cortneyostrosky.com. I’m so grateful for your support & think you’ll LOVE these classes!   Cortney’s Instagram Unique Way Instagram Cortney’s Website Cortney’s Weekly Newsletter

Topics of Discussion: All things related to dating & making it fun! The importance of an abundance mindset & self love How to become more magnetic, confident & irresistible 4 traits that men want in their dream woman according to Matthew Hussey I read a beautiful poem by IN-Q called “Be Love”, check out his Instagram Q & A + Dos & Don’ts So much JUICE!   Uplevel your health with Sakara Life, my favorite meal delivery service. Eating their food for the past few months has changed my life in the BEST ways! Save %20 off of your first order by using discount code: XOUNIQUEWAY   Go support our sponsor Audra Walters! Instagram: @Audra_Walters_chs Tik Tok: @audrawaltersrealestate Text: 843-608-8149 Front Porch Properties   To say thank you for taking the time to subscribe, rate & review the podcast I’m gifting you my Zoom Yoga Library (11 creative vinyasa classes). All you have to do is take a screenshot of your rating & review & send it to hello@cortneyostrosky.com. I’m so grateful for your support & think you’ll LOVE these classes!   Cortney’s Instagram Unique Way Instagram Cortney’s Website Cortney’s Weekly Newsletter

Kristen Rice is a modern day Mystic, Spiritual Guide and Intuitive. Her soul carries the ancient wisdom of many past lives lived as healers, seers and priestesses in some of the most ancient civilizations of this world. Her intuitive gifts include clairvoyance, channeling, and astral travel. Kristen created Raw & Ritual, a sacred container for deeply personal soul work where she teaches people all over the world how to cultivate deep, meaningful connection to themselves, others, and spirit. She believes every person has the capacity to feel joyful in their lives no matter what they’ve experienced.   Topics of Discussion: Her story & healing journey The Akashic records The “wounded healer” Fate & free will Channeling Pleiadians, Arcturians, Mermaids, fairies, aliens, angels, light beings, Energetics & energetic boundaries How to Anchor in Divine light Automatic writing Human Design & living as a Reflector     Uplevel your health with Sakara Life. Save %20 off of your first order by using discount code: XOUNIQUEWAY   Go support our sponsor Audra Walters! Instagram: @Audra_Walters_chs Tik Tok: @audrawaltersrealestate Text: 843-608-8149 Front Porch Properties   To say thank you for taking the time to subscribe, rate & review the podcast I’m gifting you my Zoom Yoga Library (11 creative vinyasa classes). All you have to do is take a screenshot of your rating & review & send it to hello@cortneyostrosky.com. I’m so grateful for your support & think you’ll LOVE these classes!   Cortney’s Instagram Unique Way Instagram Cortney’s Website Cortney’s Weekly Newsletter