Slay The Gatekeeper

In this episode of Slay the Gatekeeper, host Courtney Johnson sits down with hypnotherapist Zach David Paul for a powerful deep dive into the subconscious mind, performance, and breaking free from hidden programming. Zach unpacks the misunderstood world of hypnosis—how elite athletes and entrepreneurs use it for peak performance, why it can be more effective than traditional methods, and the real impact subconscious conditioning has on your daily life. Together, Courtney and Zach explore the “cheat codes” to reprogramming your mind for success, the difference between manipulation for good vs. harm, and the shadowy systems that keep you stuck. The conversation also shines a light on the failures of the public school system, the importance of surrendering to service, and the role of self-awareness in unlocking freedom, with Zach sharing practical tools, free resources, and a grounded perspective on how you can use hypnosis as a pathway to growth and alignment. You’ll walk away with a fresh understanding of your subconscious, practical strategies to break old patterns, and the inspiration to reclaim your power—perfect if you’re curious about the untapped potential of your mind and ready to step outside the boxes society has placed around you.Never say “i don’t know what to post” again— Start your mornings with strategy and accountability in Sunrise Content Club.  live zoom meeting weekdays at 8am CT with daily prompts, proven frameworks, and real-time coaching. Can’t make it every day? You’ll still have the prompts, replays, and community accountability to keep you consistent.Join here → https://stan.store/courtlynnjohnson/p/join-the-sunrise-content-clubCourtney Johnson Socials:Insta: @courtlynnjohnsonLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/courtneylynnjohnson/Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/7oaV8L7rOBd878nlwydJrjTiktok: @courtney..johnsonPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/courtneylynnjohnsonNewsletter: https://artisanal-originator-6888.kit.com/0e038bf26aWork with Courtney:Sunrise Content Club: https://stan.store/courtlynnjohnson/p/join-the-sunrise-content-clubLevel Up on Linkedin: https://maven.com/courtneyjohnson/personalbrandShort Form Video Accelerator: https://stan.store/courtlynnjohnson/p/get-started-with-this-amazing-course-2o7ml9sc

In this episode of Slay the Gatekeeper, host Courtney Johnson sits down with coach and creator Justin Amiraslani for a raw, wisdom-packed conversation on mindset, self-leadership, and creating the life you actually want.Justin opens up about the biggest cheat codes he’s discovered—from rewiring limiting beliefs and reframing “victim language,” to shifting how we view sales, triggers, and even everyday habits like doing the dishes. Together, Courtney and Justin unpack how simple mindset shifts can open the door to abundance, ease, and deeper alignment with your vision.The conversation explores why taking action (not waiting for perfection) is the true qualification for success, how to strengthen your relationship with receiving, and why surrounding yourself with the right community is non-negotiable if you want to grow. Justin also shares his unique approach to handling conflict, reframing objections, and cultivating gratitude as a daily practice.Listeners will walk away with practical tools for breaking free from self-sabotage, building confidence in decision-making, and approaching both business and life with more play, presence, and power.A must-listen if you’re ready to stop overthinking, get out of your own way, and start living fully into your dream.Courtney Johnson Socials:Insta: @courtlynnjohnsonLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/courtneylynnjohnson/Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/7oaV8L7rOBd878nlwydJrjTiktok: @courtney..johnsonPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/courtneylynnjohnsonNewsletter: https://artisanal-originator-6888.kit.com/0e038bf26aWork with Courtney:Sunrise Content Club: https://stan.store/courtlynnjohnson/p/join-the-sunrise-content-clubLevel Up on Linkedin: https://maven.com/courtneyjohnson/personalbrandShort Form Video Accelerator: https://stan.store/courtlynnjohnson/p/get-started-with-this-amazing-course-2o7ml9sc

In this episode of Slay the Gatekeeper, host Courtney Johnson is joined by award-winning ADHD creator Dani Donovan. Known for her viral comics, TikToks, and bestselling Anti-Planner, Dani has built a global community by sharing the ups and downs of life with ADHD.She opens up about perfectionism, gamification, body doubling, and the systems that actually stick—plus how embracing vulnerability helped her connect more deeply with her audience.Dani’s work has been featured in The New York Times, The Washington Post, and The Guardian, and she was the closing keynote speaker at the 2021 International ADHD Conference. Her content has inspired thousands to seek diagnosis, treatment, and self-acceptance.🔗 Connect with Dani: YouTube | TikTok | Website | InstagramCourtney Johnson Socials:Insta: @courtlynnjohnsonLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/courtneylynnjohnson/Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/7oaV8L7rOBd878nlwydJrjTiktok: @courtney..johnsonPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/courtneylynnjohnsonNewsletter: https://artisanal-originator-6888.kit.com/0e038bf26aWork with Courtney:Sunrise Content Club: https://stan.store/courtlynnjohnson/p/join-the-sunrise-content-clubLevel Up on Linkedin: https://maven.com/courtneyjohnson/personalbrandShort Form Video Accelerator: https://stan.store/courtlynnjohnson/p/get-started-with-this-amazing-course-2o7ml9sc

Mila Holmes, a creative content creator and social media expert, shares her inspiring journey from door-to-door preaching as a Jehovah's Witness to thriving on TikTok. Dive into her 'cheat codes' for success, including rejection therapy and the importance of rest. She discusses pricing strategies for freelancers and how to secure lucrative brand partnerships while nurturing genuine networks. Mila emphasizes taking timely action on ideas, encouraging listeners to embrace spontaneity for enhanced creativity and career growth.

In this episode of Slay the Gatekeeper, hosted by Courtney Johnson, Courtney interviews Caley Dimmock, an 11-year veteran in online advertising. Caley shares insights on when to start using ads, the importance of properly pricing services, the power of being multi-passionate, and the significance of setting boundaries in business. They discuss common pitfalls and the necessity of messy action for clarity. Caley also provides cheat codes for refining one's audience, the value of tiny offers, and maintaining a high-end brand perception. The conversation underscores the idea that big income is often sought for the freedom, rest, and ease it can afford rather than just the money itself.Caley Dimmock is a leading Marketing Strategist and Business Coach, and an established authority on digital ads, who’s all about making business growth simple, courageous, and aligned. Over the past 10 years she's helped hundreds of businesses significantly and profitably scale their revenue, with a focus on lean building, doing more with less, leveraging data, neuroscience and psychology-based marketing, and personal development. She's been featured by Forbes, CBS, Thrive Global, CBC, and more.Beyond the business stuff, she’s an INFJ, Enneagram 4, ADHDer, and mom to a hilarious 3-year-old who keeps her grounded (mostly). In her downtime, you’ll find her in Nova Scotia knee-deep in her garden or manifesting big dreams at her A-frame cabin.Connect with Caley:Instagram: @cjdimmockLinkedIn: Caley DimmockThreads: @cjdimmock

In this episode of Slay the Gatekeeper, host Courtney Johnson welcomes Abbey Page, a personal style strategist for single men who turns them into hot, well-dressed, right swipe single men. Abbey builds custom style strategies and outfit formulas that boost confidence, spark conversations, and make her clients look effortlessly cool—without spending hours or precious brain power thinking about clothes. Think: the girlfriend effect, without the actual girlfriend.Abbey discusses her approach to helping men achieve a cohesive and attractive style with minimal effort. They explore the cultural factors influencing men's fashion choices, the impact of clothing on mental health and opportunities, and why investing in quality pieces can be life-changing. Abbey also shares practical styling tips and stresses the importance of strategic wardrobe planning to enhance personal branding and communication.The episode is packed with engaging anecdotes, valuable insights, and actionable advice for men looking to elevate their style and confidence.Instagram: @abbey_page_ | Threads: @abbey_page_ | LinkedInCourtney Johnson Socials:Insta: @courtlynnjohnsonLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/courtneylynnjohnson/Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/7oaV8L7rOBd878nlwydJrjTiktok: @courtney..johnsonPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/courtneylynnjohnsonNewsletter: https://artisanal-originator-6888.kit.com/0e038bf26aWork with Courtney:Sunrise Content Club: https://stan.store/courtlynnjohnson/p/join-the-sunrise-content-clubLevel Up on Linkedin: https://maven.com/courtneyjohnson/personalbrandShort Form Video Accelerator: https://stan.store/courtlynnjohnson/p/get-started-with-this-amazing-course-2o7ml9sc

In this episode of Slay the Gatekeeper, host Courtney Johnson introduces Kendall Strampel, a seasoned entrepreneur with a compelling journey. Kendall shares her evolution from running a Justin Bieber fan page to becoming a powerhouse seven-figure business coach. Together, they dive into the dynamic entrepreneurial energy of Austin, Texas, and how Kendall blends work and play while staying laser-focused on impact.They break down her strategic methods for creating magnetic content, selling powerfully through Instagram stories, and showing up online with both presence and purpose. Kendall opens up about the importance of honoring your personal story, avoiding self-abandonment, and using calendar blocks as a tool for sustainable productivity.A business mentor and the founder of the Wealthy Women’s Business Academy, Kendall helps online coaches build standout brands, master sales, and scale to seven figures—without burning out. Known for her bold blend of strategy and soul, she shares how she scaled two coaching companies to seven figures by the age of 27 and now teaches women how to sell with conviction, lead with power, and build category-defining businesses.This episode is packed with gems on empathy, storytelling, and building a business that truly reflects who you are—inside and out.Connect with Kendall 🔗 Instagram: @kendallstrampel 📺 YouTube: Kendall StrampelCourtney Johnson Socials:Insta: @courtlynnjohnsonLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/courtneylynnjohnson/Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/7oaV8L7rOBd878nlwydJrjTiktok: @courtney..johnsonPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/courtneylynnjohnsonNewsletter: https://artisanal-originator-6888.kit.com/0e038bf26aWork with Courtney:Sunrise Content Club: https://stan.store/courtlynnjohnson/p/join-the-sunrise-content-clubLevel Up on Linkedin: https://maven.com/courtneyjohnson/personalbrandShort Form Video Accelerator: https://stan.store/courtlynnjohnson/p/get-started-with-this-amazing-course-2o7ml9sc

In this episode of Slay the Gatekeeper, host Courtney Johnson sits down with Leola, a Tantra and Pleasure Priestess and the bestselling author of Sacred Sex Ed. Leola shares her unique insights into sacred sex education, the importance of balancing masculine and feminine energies, and practical cheat codes to unlock a life filled with pleasure, purpose, and financial abundance.They dive into strategies for setting boundaries, the significance of money dates, and the transformative power of receiving. Leola also emphasizes the healing potential of seduction and the necessity of releasing resentment towards patriarchy, men, and God.As a guide devoted to integrating the sacred power of spirituality and sexuality, Leola helps individuals transmute shame into ecstasy and desire into devotion. Her work empowers women to reclaim their sensuality as a force for spiritual expansion and to step fully into the Pleasure Priestess archetype. Through retreats, workshops, and immersive experiences rooted in tantra, feminine embodiment, and sex magic, she leads others on a path to embodied liberation and magnetic manifestation.Leola’s own journey began in her early 20s as a personal quest to heal trauma and reconnect with her body—and has since evolved into a global mission to help others find the divine within their own skin and seduce the world into a greater good.Tune in for an inspiring conversation on sacred sexuality, personal growth, and holistic empowerment—and leave turned on by life itself.✨ Learn more about Leola: Website: talktantratome.com Instagram: @talktantratomeCourtney Johnson Socials:Insta: @courtlynnjohnsonLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/courtneylynnjohnson/Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/7oaV8L7rOBd878nlwydJrjTiktok: @courtney..johnsonPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/courtneylynnjohnsonNewsletter: https://artisanal-originator-6888.kit.com/0e038bf26aWork with Courtney:Sunrise Content Club: https://stan.store/courtlynnjohnson/p/join-the-sunrise-content-clubLevel Up on Linkedin: https://maven.com/courtneyjohnson/personalbrandShort Form Video Accelerator: https://stan.store/courtlynnjohnson/p/get-started-with-this-amazing-course-2o7ml9sc

Ashley Fierro, an Emmy Award-winning makeup artist and founder of Business of Makeup®, joins the conversation to share her wealth of knowledge. She emphasizes the power of intuitive business strategies and the importance of aligning values with clients. Ashley advocates for charging based on outcomes rather than time, enhancing service value. She discusses the impact of authentic branding and the necessity of establishing clear communication. With personal stories, she highlights the need for vulnerability and a supportive community in the journey of entrepreneurship.

In this episode of Slay the Gatekeeper, host Courtney Johnson is joined by Shannon McNamara—the sharp and witty voice behind FluentlyForward, the podcast that unapologetically dissects pop culture, celebrity conspiracies, and the sociological underbelly of fame. But today, Shannon’s not here to talk blind items—she’s here to talk breakups.Together, Courtney and Shannon dive into the raw, messy, and often hilarious realities of heartbreak. They kick things off by calling out the most overused breakup clichés, then veer into refreshingly unconventional advice for actually moving on. From swapping out your phone wallpaper and rearranging your bedroom with breakup-focused feng shui, to turning ChatGPT into a personal healing coach and consulting psychics for clarity—you’ll hear it all.Shannon opens up about her own toolkit for heartbreak: no-contact rules, massages for oxytocin, enrolling in self-help programs, and even the controversial—but honest—use of low-dose Xanax for sleep. The duo even tackles the fine art of gaslighting yourself with positive affirmations, because sometimes fake-it-til-you-make-it does work.With equal parts humor, honesty, and a dose of the woo-woo, this episode is packed with unconventional strategies and emotional insight for anyone navigating the post-breakup fog. Whether you're newly single or still decoding texts from your ex, Courtney and Shannon offer a refreshing, nonjudgmental take on what healing actually looks like.And if you’re not already a fan of FluentlyForward, you’re in for a treat—Shannon brings the same sharp perspective and pop-culture savvy that’s made her show a must-listen for anyone who loves decoding fame, gossip, and the strange little corners of celebrity culture.🔗 Follow Shannon McNamara:Instagram | SubstackCourtney Johnson Socials:Insta: @courtlynnjohnsonLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/courtneylynnjohnson/Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/7oaV8L7rOBd878nlwydJrjTiktok: @courtney..johnsonPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/courtneylynnjohnsonNewsletter: https://artisanal-originator-6888.kit.com/0e038bf26aWork with Courtney:Sunrise Content Club: https://stan.store/courtlynnjohnson/p/join-the-sunrise-content-clubLevel Up on Linkedin: https://maven.com/courtneyjohnson/personalbrandShort Form Video Accelerator: https://stan.store/courtlynnjohnson/p/get-started-with-this-amazing-course-2o7ml9sc