We all have rough days—it’s part of being human. In this episode Amina gives us a simple and practical bad day toolkit we can use anytime and anywhere. Learn how movement, breath work, and journaling can keep you grounded and strong, no matter what life throws your way.    The key moments in this episode are: 00:03:00 - Move Your Body  00:03:56 - The Wreck and the Cleanup  00:05:06 - Engaging in the Power of Now  00:06:07 - Not Overly Attaching or Identifying 00:08:12 - Crowd Out the Bad with the Good    Connect with Amina AlTai Website: aminaaltai.com Instagram: @aminaaltai TikTok: @theaminaaltai Linkedin:   linkedin/in/aminaaltai

Amy Emmerich, a seasoned C-suite visionary media executive with a remarkable portfolio of Emmy award-winning original content, is a powerhouse in the media industry. Formerly serving as the CEO for the Miss Universe organization and the global President and Chief Content Officer at Refinery 29, Amy has a proven track record of inspiring real change and driving engaging conversations. Her passion for igniting culturally significant discussions and delivering tangible results through innovative programming makes her a driving force in media innovation and transformation. With a keen eye for empowering individuals navigating the digital media landscape. The key moments in this episode are: 00:02:24 - Career Journey 00:08:08 - Paving the Way in Media 00:13:02 - Seeding Important Information into Content  00:19:19 - The Fiscal Cliff and Self-Worth  00:23:22 - The State of Digital Media Connect with Amy Emmerich Website: amyemmerich.com LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/amyemmerich Instagram: @amyemmerich   Connect with Amina AlTai Website: aminaaltai.com Instagram: @aminaaltai TikTok: @theaminaaltai Linkedin:   linkedin/in/aminaaltai

Throughout her career, Brittany has leveraged integrity and radical candor to empower businesses and clients to unlock their full potential. As the President of Hello Seven, she has been a vital contributor to the company’s growth; catapulting the business from seven to eight figures. And she’s just getting started. In her time with Hello Seven, Brittany has been instrumental to the launch of the Hello Seven Foundation and programs such as Glow Up, the Hello Seven Coach Certification, We Should All Be Millionaires: The Club, and Six Figure Side Hustle, expanding business operations and earning a spot on the Inc. 5000 for fastest growing companies for three consecutive years. We talk about growth, team leadership, vision, and creating cultures that can thrive.  The key moments in this episode are: 00:06:40 - Advocacy and Allyship  00:09:48 - Meeting Rachel Rodgers  00:14:42 - Healthy Conflict and Challenger Safety  00:19:07 - Supporting Positive Change Through Business 00:25:01 - Self-Reflection as a Leader 00:31:58 - Recognizing Tools of Oppression  Connect with Brittany Martin Website: helloseven.co Instagram: @brittalynnmartin Instagram: @hello7co   Connect with Amina AlTai Website: aminaaltai.com Instagram: @aminaaltai TikTok: @theaminaaltai Linkedin:   linkedin/in/aminaaltai

Kiki Von Glinow is the founder of Toast Media Group, sharing with us a decade of experience at the intersection of editorial and data. With a background as a journalist and the former Head of Growth at the Huffington Post, Kiki is known for her expertise in marrying data and storytelling. Her agency serves startups, small businesses, and Fortune 500 companies, including clients like Bodily Scene, Mindbody Green, and Domino magazine. Kiki's approach centers on cultivating engaged audiences and unique communities, emphasizing the impact and value of marketing strategies. In this episode, we explored mission-driven marketing, community building, purposeful storytelling, and data-driven approaches to growing your engagement.    The key moments in this episode are: 00:06:13 - Referrals and Advocacy in Marketing 00:14:33 - Navigating Trends in Marketing 00:16:31 - Quality Over Quantity in Content Creation 00:19:07 - Platform Changes and Content Strategy 00:24:44 - 2024 Marketing Imperatives 00:27:01 - Balancing Automation and Personalization   Connect with Kiki Von Glinow  Website: toastmediagroup.com Instagram: @kikivonglinow Instagram: @toastmediagroup   Connect with Amina AlTai Website: aminaaltai.com Instagram: @aminaaltai TikTok: @theaminaaltai Linkedin:   linkedin/in/aminaaltai   

In this episode, Amina shares her journey of overcoming feeling stuck and offers insights on how to move ahead when you feel like you’ve tried everything.  Maybe you feel: Stuck in your job. You’ve been hoping for a promotion of that something will shift but it’sjust more of the same. Stuck In your business. Like you’re doing ALL The activities but the clients just wont come. Stuck with your money and like you’ve openend all the portals but nothing is coming through Stuck in your relationship. You’ve done all the self work but the relationship feels exactly the same Stuck In your body. Like you’re trying all the things to help your human home feel good, but nothing seems to shift. This episode takes you through six ideas on how to get out of your freeze state and into flow.    The key moments in this episode are: 00:00:05 - Understanding Stuckness 00:01:03 - Navigating Stuckness 00:04:48 - Strategies for Moving Forward 00:09:53 - Finding Comfort in Change    Connect with Amina AlTai Website: aminaaltai.com Instagram: @aminaaltai TikTok: @theaminaaltai LinkedIn: linkedin/in/aminaaltai

Sahaj Kaur Kohli, the founder of Brown Girl Therapy, is a licensed therapist and columnist for The Washington Post's advice column, "Asking for a Friend." She has garnered recognition for her innovative approach to mental health and wellness, specifically tailored for adult children of immigrants. Sahaj's expertise has been prominently featured in reputable media outlets such as Good Morning America, CNN, The New York Times, and HuffPost. Her extensive experience as a consultant, educator, and international speaker has made her a sought-after authority on navigating bicultural identities, overcoming achievement culture, and addressing internalized oppression. With a focus on authentic self-expression, Sahaj's work delivers practical strategies for individuals striving to attain emotional well-being and break free from societal pressures.   The key moments in this episode are: 00:05:46 - Founding Brown Girl Therapy  00:10:26 - Performance and Straddling Cultures  00:13:17 - Breaking Generational Narratives  00:17:27 - Self-Care vs. Community Care  00:23:26 - Navigating Self-Worth and Achievement Culture  00:30:37 - Overcoming Self-Sabotage and Limiting Beliefs  00:36:39 - Book Tour Information    Connect with Sahaj Kaur Kohli Website: browngirltherapy.com Instagram: @sahajkohli Instagram: @browngirltherapy X: @sahajkohli   Connect with Amina AlTai Website: aminaaltai.com Instagram: @aminaaltai TikTok: @theaminaaltai Linkedin:   linkedin/in/aminaaltai

Mother, mentor, poet, artist, volunteer, bestselling author and host of the Practice You Podcast. Elena has taught yoga and meditation since 1999. After graduating Cornell University in 1992, she designed textiles and apparel for almost a decade, then shifting her focus to yoga, meditation, art and writing. Her first book, Art of Attention, has been translated into seven languages; her second, Practice You, is a bestseller. Elena's first collection of poetry, Softening Time, was released in May 2023.   Her virtual Engaged Mentorship is renowned for inviting analog creativity into online coursework and her Perceptive Parenting audio course is a key resource for parents. Elena's yoga classes and meditations are featured on Glo. She works to elevate bright futures for girls, women and children through her support for Girls on Fire Leaders, On The Inside and Free Food Kitchen. She received the Buddhist Precepts from Roshi Joan Halifax in 2023 and is now a candidate for Chaplaincy. Her spoken word poetry can be heard on Above & Beyond's Flow State albums.   The key moments in this episode are: 00:01:03 - Purposeful Leadership  00:01:21 - Elena's Journey  00:03:28 - Parenting and Communication  00:12:52 - Self-Discovery and Transformation  00:17:53 - Balancing Privilege and Purpose  00:18:43 - Journaling and Self-Definition Connect with Elena Brower Website: elenabrower.com Instagram: @elenabrower Substack: softeningtime.substack.com   Connect with Amina AlTai Website: aminaaltai.com Instagram: @aminaaltai TikTok: @theaminaaltai Linkedin:   linkedin/in/aminaaltai

Our guest today is the incredible Liza Fenster, also known as Crow Mother. Liza's journey as an indigenous woman is deeply rooted in ecological and community healing, with a strong commitment to social justice and the reparation of BIPOC communities. As a tarot reader, medium, Reiki master teacher, and ordained minister, she brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to our conversation. Liza's unique perspective on decolonizing wellness practices and navigating the wellness space as an indigenous woman offers valuable insights for our audience seeking spiritual and wellness guidance. Her personal journey through trauma and healing sheds light on the impact of trauma on spiritual awakening, providing a profound understanding of authentic and sustainable healing. We're thrilled to have Liza on the podcast to share her wisdom and expertise with us.   The key moments in this episode are: 00:01:18 - Liza's Journey to Healing and Mediumship 00:09:56 - Stepping into the Role of Lineage Healer 00:12:37 - Conviction and Loyalty to BIPOC Communities 00:15:33 - Working in the Wellness Space 00:19:38 - Individual vs. Collective Work 00:21:43 - Collective Reading Connect with Liza Fenster Website: thecrowmother.com Instagram: @crow.mother.channeling   Connect with Amina AlTai Website: aminaaltai.com Instagram: @aminaaltai TikTok: @theaminaaltai Linkedin:   linkedin/in/aminaaltai

Maryn Azoff is a vocal transformation coach known for her innovative program, the vocal transformation method. Her expertise stems from extensive training as a classically trained singer and musician, combined with a deep understanding of mixed lineages and ancient wisdom. Maryn's approach integrates a diverse range of vocal techniques used across cultures, aiming to reawaken the innate intelligence of the body, mind, and spirit connection through the human voice. With a focus on the physical frequency of the voice and embodied integration, her work empowers individuals to tap into their instinctual and emotional intelligence. Join us to experience Maryn's mission to unleash the potential of the human voice.   The key moments in this episode are: 00:04:29 - Stepping into Purpose 00:06:23 - The Power of the Voice 00:13:12 - Listening to the Heart vs. the Head 00:21:41 - Transformations and Healing 00:27:00 - Awakening and Taking Action   Connect with Maryn Azoff Website: vocaltransformation.com Instagram: @vocal_transformation Tiktok:   @vocaltransformation YouTube: @vocal_transformation   Connect with Amina AlTai Website: aminaaltai.com Instagram: @aminaaltai TikTok: @theaminaaltai Linkedin:   linkedin/in/aminaaltai

Christene Barberich is a renowned writer, founder, and former global editor-in-chief for Refinery 29. With an illustrious career that includes stints at iconic publications like Gourmet magazine and the New Yorker, Christene has continuously redefined the landscape of women's content. Her journey, marked by a commitment to storytelling and nurturing evolving narratives, has been an inspiration to many. Through her unique perspective, experience, and humor Christene tells us what it is to navigate having a public persona, building an iconic brand, and tapping into her limitlessness.    In this episode, we discuss: 00:02:18 - Early Influences 00:07:38 - Navigating Fear and Success 00:12:57 - Importance of Conscious Communication 00:17:43 - Morning Rituals and Mental Health 00:22:05 - Leaving Nothing on the Table 00:24:21 - Cultivating Limitlessness   Connect with Christene Barberich Website: christenebarberich.com Instagram: @christenebarberich Linkedin:   linkedin/in/christenebarberich Substack: tinyapartment.substack.com   Connect with Amina AlTai Website: aminaaltai.com Instagram: @aminaaltai TikTok: @theaminaaltai Linkedin:   linkedin/in/aminaaltai    Resources  The Soul’s Code