In this episode, Amina AlTai shares her personal journey of contemplating her next big leap in life, drawing inspiration from Gay Hendricks' book, The Big Leap (EP 55). Amina emphasizes the significance of overcoming fear and resistance, encouraging listeners to take small steps towards their big leap and not wait for the perfect moment. Amina's relatable storytelling and practical advice make this episode a must-listen for anyone seeking greater clarity and purpose in life. Are you ready to take a leap and pursue your dreams?   In this episode, we discuss: 00:01:06 - Embracing Change and Taking Big Leaps 00:05:28 - Amina's Big Leap 00:10:21 - Overcoming Fears and Taking Action 00:12:37 - Taking Steps Towards Big Leaps   Connect with Amina AlTai Website: aminaaltai.com Instagram: @aminaaltai TikTok: @theaminaaltai Linkedin:   linkedin/in/aminaaltai

Do you want to enhance your performance in interviews and upgrade your job search strategies? Learn insider methods to elevate your interview game and optimize your job hunt for career advancement with the Career Contessa herself, Lauren McGoodwin. In this episode, we explore the proven techniques for boosting your interview success and refining your job search approach. Elevate your interview skills and job search tactics to secure the career advancement you desire. Lauren McGoodwin, the founder of Career Contessa, brings a wealth of expertise to the table with her background as a former recruiter at Hulu. Her commitment to revolutionizing the career landscape has led to the establishment of Career Contessa, a comprehensive online resource offering practical career advice, job prospects, and a salary database. Lauren's extensive contributions extend to her bestselling book, "Power Moves," which serves as a guide for individuals seeking to pivot and carve out purpose-driven careers. With her strong foothold in career development and her dedication to providing accessible resources, Lauren is a prominent figure in empowering professionals to navigate the intricacies of the job market. Join me as we delve into the invaluable insights that Lauren has to offer on mastering the job hunt and making substantial strides in your professional journey.   In this episode, we discuss: 00:07:25 - Crafting an Effective Resume 00:12:22 - Overcoming Bias in Job Search 00:15:10 - Navigating a Competitive Job Market 00:20:50 - Spotting Red and Green Flags in Job Postings 00:23:45 - Interview Coaching 00:29:09 - Addressing Ageism in Job Interviews 00:32:01 - Impact of AI on the Job Market   The resources mentioned in this episode are: Check out the book Power Moves by Lauren McGoodwin for a bestselling guide on how to pivot, reboot, and build a career of purpose. Jobscan.co — Jobscan helps you optimize your resume for any job, highlighting the key experience and skills recruiters need to see. Resumeworded.com—Designed by top recruiters, our AI-powered platform instantly gives you tailored feedback on your resume and LinkedIn profile. Connect with Lauren McGoodwin Website: careercontessa.com Instagram: @careercontessa LinkedIn: Lauren McGoodwin Podcast: Career Contessa   Connect with Amina AlTai Website: aminaaltai.com Instagram: @aminaaltai TikTok: @theaminaaltai Linkedin:   linkedin/in/aminaaltai

Our guest this week is Harshada David Wagner, a highly experienced meditation instructor, author, and wisdom teacher with more than 25 years of teaching experience. Trained in the wisdom traditions of yoga, bhakti, vedanta, and tantra, he is dedicated to helping individuals live more fulfilling, soul-centered, and purpose-driven lives. Emphasizing the importance of ongoing learning and humility, Harshada's teachings are deeply rooted in applied yoga philosophy. With a strong commitment to addressing colonial systems of oppression, he is focused on the liberation of all beings and is actively exploring anti-oppressionist teachings in the current societal climate.   In this episode, we discuss: 00:03:39 - Applied Yoga Philosophy 00:06:27 - Recovery Programs and Spirituality 00:11:08 - Anti-Oppressionist Teaching and Spiritual Integrity 00:16:46 - Discerning Authentic Teachers 00:21:17 - Spiritual Bypass and Social Justice 00:24:27 - Nuanced Perspectives and Challenging Conversations Connect with Harshada David Wagner Website: davidhwagner.com Instagram: @harshadawagner Instagram: @torn_and_mended   Connect with Amina AlTai Website: aminaaltai.com Instagram: @aminaaltai TikTok: @theaminaaltai Linkedin:   linkedin/in/aminaaltai

Amanda Chase is the founder and editor in chief of Substance. With a background in psychology and visual communications, Amanda has honed her skills and gained valuable experience working with renowned brands in New York City. Her commitment to authentic and impactful content led her to establish Substance, a platform focused on women's empowerment and holistic well-being. Jesse Johnson is a leader in the art of sales and success coaching. With over a decade of teaching experience and a thriving personal development company, Jesse empowers spiritual leaders to align their true purpose with financial success. All three of us, Amina included, navigated a bit of an ego death this year. In this episode, we share what that means, what it looked like for each of us, and the point of it all.    In this episode, we discuss: 00:03:03 - Definition of Ego Death and Rock Bottom 00:09:24 - Deepening into Purpose 00:12:59 - Choosing Happiness and Satisfaction 00:14:09 - Embracing Change and Ego Death 00:22:10 - Embracing Non Attachment Connect with Jesse Johnson Website: jessejohnsoncoaching.com Instagram: @jessejohnsoncoaching Facebook: facebook.com/JesseJohnsonCoaching Linkedin:   linkedin.com/in/jesse-johnson-299494114   Connect with Amanda Chase Website: wearesubstance.co Instagram: @substanceplatfrom TikTok: @substanceplatform   Connect with Amina AlTai Website: aminaaltai.com Instagram: @aminaaltai TikTok: @theaminaaltai Linkedin:   linkedin/in/aminaaltai

If you're feeling the constant weight of self-doubt and fear holding you back from taking bold steps towards your goals, then you are not alone! You may be constantly second-guessing your abilities and hesitating to seize opportunities, instead of confidently pursuing your dreams. You might be stuck in a cycle of negative self-talk and limiting beliefs, which is keeping you from reaching your full potential. But it's time to break free from these self-imposed barriers and unlock the confidence and courage within you!   In this episode, we discuss: 00:03:39 - Reflecting on Past Achievements 00:10:30 - Taking Bold Action 00:12:01 - Embracing Dululu Actions with Courage and Confidence 00:12:30 - Setting Kind and Aligned Goals 00:13:45 - Overcoming Challenges and Thinking Big   Resources: Reflect and Manifest Worksheet    Questions for Reflection: Start by acknowledging you have already lived a big and brave life full of brave and bold choices. List 5 examples of brave and bold choices you’ve made over the years. Now, let’s get real with ourselves—where are you playing small and why? The why is such an important question to ask yourself. When I did this exercise, I realized I was afraid of rejection even though I get rejected all day, every day, but those are low stakes areas for me. If I get rejected around high stakes things and feel like no one wants me for those things, it kind of unravels my purpose to a certain degree. And there was a part of me that was terrified to see or feel that. So I had to stare that in the face before I could really get delulu. Now, let’s get delusional and grand. List out 10 BRAVE, BOLD MOVES you haven’t given yourself permission to make. What are some things that would just be audacious? Along the lines of DMing Lady Gaga. What are the stories you tell yourself about why you can’t have these things? Maybe you’re telling yourself there are so many other people that could do the thing better, you’ll never get through to the people you want to, etc. Make a list and then see if you can reframe those stories. If you don’t, we’ll stay in our delulu smallness versus our delulu grandness. Now, let’s get in action. Pick your top 3 brave, bold moves. What actions are you going to take to make them happen, and by when? Put these actions on your calendar, and enlist a friend to hold you accountable if you want to. Personally, I’ve been having delulu brainstorms with friends who are holding me accountable for these big actions. Send them receipts so they can see you made moves.    Connect with Amina AlTai Website: aminaaltai.com Instagram: @aminaaltai TikTok: @theaminaaltai Linkedin:   linkedin/in/aminaaltai

Elsa Isaac, a NYC-based personal stylist, brings over 18 years of experience in the fashion industry to the table. Her journey began in Toronto, styling musicians for music videos, and eventually led her to work on magazine and commercial shoots in New York. Elsa has styled personalities like Lenny Kravitz, Phylicia Rashad, Brooke Shields, Rachel Rodgers, and many more. Elsa's unique approach focuses on authentic self-expression, empowering successful career women and entrepreneurs to revamp their wardrobes and create showstopping ensembles that honor their unique bodies and lifestyles. As a self-dubbed anti-fashion stylist, Elsa believes in celebrating individuality and breaking through the barriers set by the traditional fashion industry, making style more accessible and confidence-boosting for her clients.   In this episode, we discuss: 00:05:22 - Trust and Empowerment in Personal Styling 00:09:42 - Disrupting the Fashion Industry with Authenticity 00:12:41 - The Importance of Detail in Styling 00:16:15 - The Connection Between Clothing and Confidence The resources mentioned in this episode: Visit ElsaIsaac.com to learn more about Elsa's work and services. Use the body shape calculator on ElsaIsaac.com to determine your body shape and get personalized styling tips.   Connect with Elsa Isaac Website: elsaisaac.com Instagram: @elsaisaac Facebook: facebook.com/blog.elsaisaac   Connect with Amina AlTai Website: aminaaltai.com Instagram: @aminaaltai TikTok: @theaminaaltai Linkedin:   linkedin/in/aminaaltai

Lia Avellino is a licensed social worker and the CEO of Spoke Circles. With a focus on anti-oppressive interventions, she is a trained relational and somatic psychotherapist specializing in modern love, women's wellness, and supporting individuals in their journey to be unapologetically themselves.  Join Amina and Lia as they explore perfectionism, being the “nice girl”  and societal pressures that cause us to wear masks. Ready to be more of yourself?! Then this is for you.    In this episode, we discuss: 00:03:53 - Uncovering the Wound of Perfectionism 00:09:39 - The Impact of Perfectionism on Belonging 00:15:10 - Standards of White Professionalism 00:18:40 - Levels of Psychological Safety 00:28:41 - Listening to our Body's Cues Connect with Lia Avellino Website: spokecircles.com Instagram: @spokecircles   Connect with Amina AlTai Website: aminaaltai.com Instagram: @aminaaltai TikTok: @theaminaaltai Linkedin:   linkedin/in/aminaaltai

In the world of corporate America, women of color are faced with challenges and expectations that can feel suffocating. But what if there was a way for them to redefine power and create meaningful change? Join us as we delve into the untold stories and experiences of women who are breaking barriers and questioning the status quo, leaving us wondering...how will they overcome the obstacles and redefine power in their own way? Deepa Purushothaman is a former senior executive at Deloitte, where she dedicated over 20 years to helping clients transform and grow their businesses, was the first Indian American woman and one of the youngest individuals to achieve partner status at the firm. Her contributions have been widely recognized, earning her a reputation as a champion for women of color in the workplace. In addition to her corporate achievements, Deepa has authored the highly acclaimed book "The First, The Few, The Only," which was published by Harper Collins. She is the founder of The Rewrite, an unconventional think tank focused on shaping a new narrative around work.   In this episode, we discuss: 00:04:39 - Feeling Out of Alignment with Purpose 00:06:10 - Exploring and Rediscovering Purpose 00:12:35 - The Corporate Heroine's Journey 00:15:28 - Holding Boundaries Around Authenticity 00:22:46 - The Nature of Ambition 00:33:04 - The Power of Radical Truth-Telling Connect with Deepa Purushothaman Website: Deepapuru.com Instagram: @deepa.puru LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/deepapuru   Connect with Amina AlTai Website: aminaaltai.com Instagram: @aminaaltai TikTok: @theaminaaltai Linkedin:   linkedin/in/aminaaltai

Dr. Deganit Nuur is a world-renowned spiritual teacher, celebrity clairvoyant, intuitive acupuncturist, writer, and speaker. With over 17 years of experience, she has guided thousands of individuals from all walks of life to find their peace and purpose. As one of the top 15 intuitives worldwide, named by Gwyneth Paltrow's publication, Goop, Deganit's expertise has been recognized by renowned media outlets; such as The Today Show, Good Morning America, Forbes, and The New York Times. Her mission to spread light and create inner peace has led her to develop writing courses, programs, events, and retreats. Deganit's unique journey from aspiring dentist to acclaimed intuitive showcases her deep understanding of tapping into one's intuition and embracing their true calling. Get ready to be inspired as Deganit shares her wisdom and insights on how to unlock your psychic abilities on this episode of "Amina Change Your Life."   In this episode, we discuss: 00:02:01 - The Journey to Becoming a Clairvoyant 00:06:39 - Surrendering to True Calling 00:09:31 - The Power of Intuition in Everyday Situations 00:13:14 - Meditation as an Internal Shower 00:17:01 - Guided Visualization Exercise 00:31:29 - Taking Time to Connect with Yourself   Resources: Nuurvana.com - free toolsNuurvana.com - Golden Sun Exercise   Connect with Dr. Deganit Nuur Website: nuurvana.com Instagram: @nuurvana YouTube: @nuurvanahealing   Connect with Amina AlTai Website: aminaaltai.com Instagram: @aminaaltai TikTok: @theaminaaltai Linkedin:   linkedin/in/aminaaltai

Rha Goddess is a highly regarded entrepreneurial soul coach with an impressive track record of empowering changemakers, cultural visionaries, and social entrepreneurs. With over 30 years of experience as a cultural innovator, social impact strategist, and creative change agent, Rha has honed a unique methodology that has led to the success of numerous individuals and organizations. Her book, The Calling, provides a step-by-step blueprint for finding one's purpose and making a profitable contribution. Through her work, Rha emphasizes the importance of staying true to one's values while also achieving financial success. With her deep understanding of the power of creativity, culture, and community, Rha has become a sought-after mentor and guide for those seeking fulfillment and success in their entrepreneurial pursuits. Her insights on current events and her personal journey make her a compelling guest for anyone looking to navigate the changing landscape of business and find purpose in their work.   In this episode, we discuss: 00:02:14 - Rha's Journey to Becoming an Entrepreneurial Soul Coach 00:04:27 - Rha's Stop Moment (TW: Gun Violence) 00:14:04 - Being a Global Community 00:17:24 - Navigating Activism as a Corporate Leader 00:22:20 - The Power of Listening Connect with Rha Goddess Website: movethecrowd.me Instagram: @RhaGoddess Facebook: facebook.com/RhaGoddess Linkedin:   linkedin.com/in/rhagoddess   Connect with Amina AlTai Website: aminaaltai.com Instagram: @aminaaltai TikTok: @theaminaaltai Linkedin:   linkedin/in/aminaaltai