172: The Power in the Pause, Embodied Wellness with Laura McKinzie

In this week's conversation, Lianne chats with Michelle Ghassemi - an operations & business mentor who overcame a challenging upbringing of generational poverty, frequent moves & a parent with mental health struggles.Michelle shares how she built her salon business to without the typical business background. Having not finished highschool, Michelle always had a curious mind and soon discovered that she was a natural leader.While other's closed their businesses during the pandemic, Michelle pivoted, and remained connected to her clients and her community.Now, Michelle works with female business owners on how to acutally "be in" their business rather than oursourcing the knowledge that they need to know to scale and create profitable businesses.Follow Michelle on IG @opsandgrowthmentorYou can watch the 5 Metrics Masterclass that we spoke about here:5 Metrics that build a 7 figure brandMake sure to follow Lianne on IG @liannemcaughey

In this powerful solo episode, Lianne shares the deep personal evolution she’s undergone — spiritually, emotionally, and energetically — and what happens when the people around you still relate to an older version of who you used to be.If you’ve ever felt unseen, misunderstood, or boxed into your past, this episode will help you claim your growth, embody your new identity, and navigate the “identity lag” that often shows up during spiritual awakening and personal transformation.Lianne breaks down why people make assumptions based on your past, how to stay grounded in your evolution, and how to protect your energy as you step into the next version of yourself.Follow Lianne on IG @liannemcaughey Add your name to the waitlist for the RENAISSANCE EXPERIENCE here:RENAISSANCE WAITLIST

Kara Goodwin is the host of the Soul Elevation podcast, where she explores ascension, spiritual awakening, energy healing, extraterrestrial connections, and consciousness. As a skilled energy healer and meditation guide, Kara empowers others to deepen their spiritual connection through transformative practices. Her debut book, Your Authentic Awakening: A Guide to Everyday Spiritual Living, provides a roadmap to embracing a spiritually awakened and authentic life. Through her work, Kara inspires others to elevate their souls and align with their highest potential.Find out more about Kara here:Kara Goodwin.comBook a "Sit with me" session with Lianne here:Sit with meFollow Kara on IG @kara_goodwin_meditationFollow Lianne on IG @liannemcaughey

This entire conversation filled my soul.23 years ago, Laura received her yoga teacher training certification and spent the last 12 years training yoga teachers. In 2025, Laura shifted into helping, specifically women, women entrepreneurs, women in leadership, women, visionaries, and that includes, mothers and wives. Laura's story will take you on a journey of coming to truly know yourself on a soul level.Follow Laura on IG @iamlauramckinzieIf you are interested in learning more about the Portugal Retreat, you can do so here:Soul Women's Retreat

In this week's solo episode, Lianne share's her experience and why she believes that she has unknowing trained her nervous system to wait for a stressful situation in order for her to take action.Learning how to not turn speed bumps into mountains by dealing with daily stressors AND heal from chronic stress is the most important thing you will ever do for your body, mind and soul.The Wake the F up Private Podcast is launching again on December 1st for a limited time.Get on the waitlist here:Subscribe to my SUBSTACK here:The Spiritual Shiftworker on SUBSTACK

If you’ve ever blamed yourself for being distracted, unmotivated, or constantly starting over, this episode is for you.In this episode I share my personal aha moment about what was really hiding underneath my “shiny object syndrome.” Spoiler: it wasn’t a lack of discipline — it was her body’s way of protecting her.Inside, you’ll learn:What functional freeze feels like in everyday life (especially for women in midlife)Why your body might resist slowing down — even when you know stillness is the answerHow chasing clarity and focus can actually keep you stuckThe surprising connection between shiny object syndrome and emotional overwhelmA simple Pause & Listen practice you can do anytime to reconnect with your body and move from stuck to steadyIf you’ve been craving peace, presence, and purpose but can’t seem to find momentum, this episode will help you understand why — and how to gently find your way back to yourself.Secure you seat for the upcoming New Moon in Scorpio Ritual on November 20thINTO THE DEEPIf you are ready to take your rebirth one step further, add your name to the waitlist for the RENAISSANCE EXPERIENCE in Florence, Italy October 2026Details coming December 2025RENAISSANCE EXPERIENCE WAITLIST

If you take nothing else from this episode with Martha Clarke, let it be this:"People need to pay attention to their emotions, and how they express their deepest feelings. Because looking at the chart for today, we actually also have the Moon in Scorpio, and we have Mars and Mercury in Scorpio conjunct until around the 15th of November.""how we communicate our thoughts, and how we think about our thoughts before we communicate them. So when we have Mars-Mercury conjunct in Scorpio, it's like how we think and how we act are blended."Martha is opening her calendar for Natal Chart readings in late November. Book here:Martha Clarke AstrologyMartha will be hosting a half day workshop during my RENAISSANCE EXPERIENCE in Florence, Italy October 2026To get more information and to learn about this in-person experience, add your name to the waitlist here:RENAISSANCE EXPERIENCE waitlist

You’ve heard everyone talking about the mental load — the invisible weight women carry while trying to hold it all together. But what if some of that weight is one we’ve placed on ourselves?In this honest conversation, I open up about my own experience with the mental load: the endless to-do lists, the meal planning, the laundry, the constant thinking for everyone. I’ll share how my need for control, perfection, and “doing it all” created patterns that left me feeling overwhelmed and resentful — and how I’m now learning to let go.This episode explores:✨ What the mental load really means in 2025✨ How control and perfectionism quietly feed it✨ Why women in midlife are waking up and saying, “I don’t want to do it all anymore”✨ What it looks like to release control and find space for yourself againIf you’ve ever caught yourself thinking, “Why does it all fall on me?” — this episode will help you see the mental load in a new light and take the first step toward freedom.Make sure to follow Lianne on IG @liannemcaugheyWant to support the show?If you know me, you know I love a good coffee -Buy me a coffee here

Pia Leichter is a creative partner, published author, certified coach, and entrepreneur. Her path has been anything but ordinary: a recovering nomad, she’s reported as a journalist in Sri Lanka, graduated summa cum laude from NYU, and worked as an award-winning creative director for some of the biggest brands in the world. Now, as the founder of Kollektiv Studio, she’s uniquely positioned to co-create wild visions and ventures. “it can be scary and uncertain and thrilling and frightening to open and to write a new script and to create the next series, but that's also where a lot of fulfillment lives."Connect with Pia here:Kollektiv.studioFollow Pia on IG @pia.leichterFollow Lianne on IG @liannemcaughey

If you are a woman in midlife and you have that feeling ... that you can't quite explain, this episode will help you navigate that feeling.In this solo episode, Lianne shares a big ah-ha when it comes to letting go and what exactly it is that she is releasing. Take what reasonates and leave the rest.Make sure to get on the Waitlist for a new Private Podcast that is launching November 2nd. Those on the waitlist will get to listen first! And there maybe some special treats for those who sign up here:Private Podcast Waitlist Lianne is hosting a very unique experience in Italy in 2026.Call it s RENAISSANCE of sorts.Get on the waitlist her:ITALIA EXPERIENCE WAITLIST