

The Vibrant Flow Podcast | Faith-Fueled Confidence, Creativity, Business for Women on a Mission
Johanna Mäkilä-Manninen, M.A. | Women's Coach, Speaker, Musician, Activator
For the ambitious, creative, spirit-led woman ready to step fully into her calling, unapologetically and in full feminine flow.
Hosted by Jo, a multi-passionate artist, transformational women's coach, academic, and founder of the Vibrant Flow Method, this podcast guides women of faith to break free from self-sabotage, shame, and crippling seriousness.
Here, we reclaim your voice, clarify your God-given mission, and elevate your vibrant expression in feminine leadership, business, and daily life.
Your epic story begins now!
Hosted by Jo, a multi-passionate artist, transformational women's coach, academic, and founder of the Vibrant Flow Method, this podcast guides women of faith to break free from self-sabotage, shame, and crippling seriousness.
Here, we reclaim your voice, clarify your God-given mission, and elevate your vibrant expression in feminine leadership, business, and daily life.
Your epic story begins now!
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Jul 31, 2025 • 18min
What Envy is Really Telling You - Transmuting Lack into Leadership (S4E8)
In this episode, I explore envy, emphasizing its roles as a catalyst for personal growth and leadership. I discuss how to transmute feelings of lack into leadership opportunities, the importance of embracing emotions as raw material for creativity, and the power of detachment in achieving one's desires. I encourage you to recognize your inherent leadership qualities and to view envy as a signpost of abundance rather than scarcity.Keywords: Vibrant Flow, Envy, Jealousy, Leadership, Feminine Power, Emotional Alchemy, Creative Flow, Self-Leadership, Abundance, Personal GrowthFLOW WITH ME🦢Win The Day Free Audio ActivationApply for the Fire-Heart Flow 1:1 Coaching ExperienceInstagramMusic: my own.

Jul 28, 2025 • 38min
Bold, Brave, & Beautiful ❤️🔥 The Devotional Warrioress & Expander Within You (S4E7)
Claim the Epic Story with me! This episode anchors you into feminine leadership, a devotional posture, and faith-led impact - no matter your life circumstances. Keywords: feminine leadership, beauty bringer blueprint, devotional life, feminine flow, God-led business, warrioress, expander, motivational, abundance mindset, spiritual leadership, Scripture-based devotion, faith-based coaching, confidence.FLOW WITH ME🦢Win The Day FREE activationAPPLY for the Fire-Heart Fow Coaching ExperienceInstagramMusic: my own+ Our Hopes and Dreams by Fesliyan Studios (royalty-free).

Jul 24, 2025 • 1h 41min
A Queen’s Table Talk: Connection, Community & Isolation (S4E6)
The first Queen's Table Talk, and you're welcome to join us - messy and vulnerable.In this conversation, four women discuss the importance of community and connection, exploring personal experiences with vulnerability, self-worth, and the challenges of navigating relationships. We delve into isolation, cultural influences, and the dynamics of rupture and repair in friendships, emphasizing the need for honesty and self-awareness in building deeper connections.Guests:Melanie O'DriscollMelanie has devoted 9 years of her life to studying relational skills and communication styles to help herself and her clients create happier, healthier, and more nurturing relationships with God, Self, and others. Mel supports people to speak honestly and with courageous love to bring more clarity, peace, and mutual care into relational fields and therefore co-create peace on earth.Find Melanie's work HERETaylor Marie Kneeling at the altar of the Sacred Heart as a Feminine Christic mystic, Taylor is a devotee of the Mystery’s revelation. She is in sensuous service to the Union of Mother Gaia & Father God, and subsequently to the physical body’s increasing indwelling of the Holy Spirit. She is an intimate apprentice of the bioenergetic initiations through the communal gravity of the womb in sisterhood.She stewards this process through somatic integration support, sacred counsel & the prayerful uplifting and fortification of each represented mission.Find Taylor Marie HERE Helena Wilde Currently a full-time mom to a 20-month-old, Helena is fully dedicated to raising a biological man and devoted to the many ego deaths of motherhood. As a side quest, she supports people in 1:1 sessions using mainly Somatic Inquiry and somatic exercises. You can find Helena HEREKeywords: community, connection, women, isolation, relationships, vulnerability, self-worth, rupture, repair, cultural influences, vulnerability, trust, relationships, spirituality, nonviolent communication, emotional literacy, community, personal growth, connection, faithYour host JoAs a coach, podcaster, mother, wife, and creative activator, Johanna helps multi-passionate Christ-following women break free from self-sabotage, shame, and seriousness, reclaim their Beauty Bringer identity & mission, and turn emotional raw material into leadership gold, using a blend of faith alignment, self-image re-wiring, creative expression, and strategic execution - The Vibrant Flow Method™.FLOW WITH ME:Win The Day FREE ActivationApply for Fire-Heart Flow 1:1 CoachingMusic: my own.

Jul 21, 2025 • 18min
Embrace the Awkward: How Mistakes Lead to Mastery - Feminine Leadership, Abundance Mindset, Faith-Led Impact (S4E5)
Let's dive into the transformative power of embracing awkwardness. I challenge you to celebrate the messy middles and cringe-worthy moments on your journey to greatness. Discover how the path to excellence is paved with imperfect attempts and why these moments are crucial for growth. Tune in for a pep talk that encourages you to move from reactive to responsive living, and learn how to see criticism as a form of provision. Whether you're launching something new or navigating life's clunky phases, this episode is a reminder that awkwardness is a step forward, not a setback. Mentioned in the episode:VoicePal (AI-powered voice tool)Today's blessing comes from Laura, and you can find her work here:https://thelauragraceco.mykajabi.com/about-mehttps://thelauragraceco.mykajabi.com/private-mentorship-the-vaultKeywords: messy middle, overcome failure, mastery, Kingdom impact, faith-led business, feminine leadership, feminine flow, unstoppable mindset, abundance mindset.FLOW WITH ME 💥Win The Day FREE Audio ActivationApply for Fire-Heart Flow 1:1 CoachingInstagramMusic: my own songsIntermission music: Lemurian shores by Spheria (royalty-free).

Jul 14, 2025 • 1h 6min
Hold The Standard - Feminine Leadership, Legacy, Business, Soul-Destiny, & Mastery w/ Violetta Pleshakova (S4E4)
Join me for an enlightening conversation with Violetta Pleshakova, a leadership and business mentor for ambitious feminine leaders. This episode explores the concept of "soul destiny" and how it transcends personal goals to create a lasting legacy. Violeta shares insights on anchoring into one's true mission amidst distractions and copycat strategies.Takeaways:Mastery requires initiation and cannot be claimed without experience.The concept of the initiatrix represents a guide who has faced challenges.True mastery is about sustaining one's inner flame and guiding others.Personal growth is a journey that involves testing and resilience.Relationships with ourselves and others are central to our mastery.Holding space is more than just service; it's about intention.Transformation often comes from deep personal experiences.The initiatrix template is a new approach to empowerment.Violetta's program focuses on teaching the principles of the initiatrix.Understanding the depth of our experiences enriches our relationships.Guest Bio:Violetta Pleshakova, PhD, is a masterful transformational facilitator, leadership mentor, and Soul Destiny amplifier with over 14 years of experience in the personal development industry.Since 2011, she has led hundreds of in-person experiences, trained coaches at ICF-accredited levels, and mentored visionary women to own their genius, codify their body of work, and lead with integrity and impact.Known for her multidimensionality and spiritual business acumen, Violetta offers a rare blend of deep energy work, intuitive strategy, and razor-sharp insight that transmits the truth beneath the surface.Her work is a new paradigm for sensitive, purpose-driven women who are ready to turn businesses into legacies.Violetta's High Caliber MasterclassVioletta's facilitator trainingVioletta's InstagramKeywords:mastery, initiatrix, personal growth, transformation, coaching, self-discovery, relationships, business, empowerment, mentorshipFLOW WITH ME❤️🔥Win The Day FREE Audio ActivationApply for The Fire-Heart Flow 1:1 CoachingMusicIntro & outro: my own music.

Jul 11, 2025 • 14min
You Go First: Lead From Devotion, Not Circumstance - Feminine Leadership, Business, Faith-Based Coaching (S4E3)
Conditional power, conditional joy, conditional peace? These are not your portion.You are a woman who moves. You walk the walk. You don't just talk the talk. You are anointed. You are already chosen.Stop acting like you're in exile.Where are you waiting for the world to move first? Heaven is asking you to go first. Embrace your identity and power. Take proactive steps in your life.Keywords: empowerment, identity, joy, peace, anointing, chosen, feminine flow, movement, faith, God-led business, life artistry.FLOW WITH ME 🦢Win The Day FREE Audio Activation Apply for the Fire-Heart Flow Coaching ExperienceIG: @thevibrantflowwithjoemail: johanna@thevibrantflowpodcast.comMusicIntro & Outro: my ownintermission: Dawning by Caleb Fincher (Licensed via Uppbeat)

Jul 9, 2025 • 36min
Why You’re Not Too Late: A Wake-Up Call for Women Who Feel Stuck - The Beauty Bringer Blueprint (S4E2)
You were never meant to blend in.You carry beauty, not just in your body or words, but in how you move through the world.In this episode, we talk about what it means to be a Beauty Bringer: a woman who turns pain into purpose, creates beauty even in barren places, and lives as a vessel of divine overflow.Whether you're navigating discouragement, feeling behind, or wondering if your life is making an impact… this is your reminder:✨ You are not late.✨ You are not disqualified.✨ You were born to beautify the world in your own unmistakable way.We’ll talk identity, calling, self-image healing, and how to anchor yourself in the truth — even when nothing around you confirms it (yet).Featured Audio Blessing:Melanie O'Driscoll (from ep. 200)Find Melanie here. Keywords: feminine embodiment, Christian woman identity, self-worth healing, spiritual growth, faith-based self-development, calling and purpose, divine feminine, feminine leadership, healing self-image, women of faith, podcast for Christian women, beauty from ashes, becoming who God says you are, prophetic encouragementFLOW WITH ME❤️🔥Win The Day FREE Audio ActivationApply for 1:1 Fire-Heart Flow CoachingMusicIntro & Outro: my own.intermissions: Lemurian Shores by Spheria (royalty-free).

Jul 7, 2025 • 32min
S4E1 How to Stop Shrinking and Step Into Your Assignment with Power
In this episode of the Vibrant Flow podcast, Johanna discusses the journey of personal growth and transformation for women. She emphasizes embracing a new season in life, breaking free from old identities, and stepping into one's ambition and impact. The conversation highlights the significance of accepting imperfections, taking action, and surrounding oneself with supportive communities. Johanna encourages listeners to engage in flow challenges, let go of past limitations, and visualize a new reality filled with beauty and purpose. Main points:Recognize the desire for depth, beauty, and creativity.Acknowledge the journey of breaking free from the old self.Understand that ambition is not a flaw for feminine women.Everything in life can be transformed into something beautiful.Stop waiting for the perfect moment to take action.Surround yourself with like-minded individuals.Engage in daily challenges to stretch your courage.Think FROM the goal, not toward it.Visualize and activate your potential for a vibrant life.Keywords: faith, feminine flow, emotional freedom, personal growth, business, creativity, leadership, women empowerment, transformation, podcastingActivate your Flow with me: Win The Day - FREE Audio ActivationAPPLY for 1:1 CoachingInstagramEmail: johanna@thevibrantflowpodcast.comMusicIntro: Copper Ground (my own song)Outro: He's Got It All (my own song)Visualization: Lemurian Shores (with Lucentia) by Spheriá (royalty-free).

Apr 17, 2025 • 1h 14min
The Power of Fear-Free Health & Perception with German New Medicine Educator Abigail Puccioni (ep. 206)
In this episode of the Vibrant Flow Podcast, I talk with Abigail Puccioni, a former board-certified integrative health practitioner, who shares her journey from disillusionment with the wellness industry to embracing the principles of German New Medicine (GNM). We discuss the importance of perception in health, the mind-body connection, and the five biological laws that govern our physiological responses to conflict shocks. The conversation emphasizes the need for a balanced approach to health while fostering a resilient mindset. Abigail also highlights the significance of understanding our personal narratives and the impact they have on our health and well-being.Key Takeaways: The wellness industry can be disillusioning and inconsistent.Health should be more than just scraping by.Perception plays a crucial role in our health experiences.German New Medicine offers a new lens to view health.Conflict shocks lead to physiological adaptations.The five biological laws explain how our bodies respond to conflict shocks. Perfectionism can hinder our health journey.Our narratives shape our perceptions and health outcomes.Nature operates on principles that make sense biologically.Awareness and understanding are key to personal empowerment. Bio:Abigail is a former board-certified Integrative Health Practitioner who, after becoming disillusioned by the wellness industry, shifted into working with people in a capacity that promotes personal freedom and honors the body's self-healing ability. She teaches people how to take their power back and stop fearing their bodies. Using principles from the 5 Biological Laws, her approach to health is based on increasing awareness, shifting perception, and embracing radical personal responsibility. She is a teacher of the Germanic Healing Knowledge framework and trains holistic practitioners to incorporate this framework into their niche. She lives in Columbus, Ohio, with her husband and two dogs.Her main offerings are my GNM Education Program and GNM Mentorship Program. Connect with Abigail here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ajpuccioni/Substack: https://ajpuccioni.substack.com/Website: https://www.abigailpuccioni.com/Keywords:Vibrant Flow, wellness, German New Medicine, mind-body connection, health, perception, conflict shock, holistic health, feminine success, personal freedomThe Vibrant Flow Links:FREE Softness Reset Audio SeriesFREE guided embodiment activations Instagramemail: johanna@thevibrantflowpodcast.comMusic: my own

Apr 4, 2025 • 1h 6min
Comeback Story & Feminine Power in Your Empress Era w/ Violetta Pleshakova (ep. 205)
A juicy one for my feminine leaders and creatives! ❤️🔥🌹 In this episode, I talk to Violetta Pleshakova as we explore the themes of feminine leadership, personal transformation, and the journey of creating a comeback story. Violetta shares her experiences of loss, deepened faith and devotion, and the importance of surrender in leadership. We discuss the complexities of feminine power, the necessity of embracing both intensity and ease, and the significance of questioning limiting beliefs. Takeaways:Feminine leadership is about embracing multidimensionality.Every woman's journey is unique and cannot be categorized.Loss can lead to profound transformation and spiritual awakening.Surrender is essential for true leadership and personal growth.The feminine is a vessel designed to receive and create.Trusting in God can bring peace amidst uncertainty.It's important to question limiting beliefs and narratives.Embracing intensity to create ease is crucial for growth.Never wait for fear to disappear before moving.Violetta Pleshakova is a leadership and business mentor for purpose-driven, paradigm-shifting women. She holds a PhD in cultural studies and has been working in the personal development industry since 2011. Her unique approach blends ontological coaching, transformational leadership development, energy work, and Feminine mysticism. Violetta's calling is to ignite leaders into their big destinies and to anchor in the Empress archetype as the expression of sovereign royal feminine. As a true citizen of the world, Violetta divides her time between South Africa and Europe.Ways to connect with Violetta:website - https://www.violettapleshakova.com/IG - https://www.instagram.com/violettapleshakova---Vibrant Flow Links:FREE Softness Reset Audio SeriesFREE guided embodiment activations Instagramemail: johanna@thevibrantflowpodcast.comMusic: my ownKeywords:feminine leadership, comeback story, surrender, empowerment, personal growth, emotional resilience, spiritual journey, women empowerment, multidimensionality, self-discovery