In this raw and deeply personal conversation, Alana shares her journey of healing from toxic relationships, navigating a public breakup, and finding herself through a powerful spiritual awakening.

In this episode, we explore what it truly means to unleash your inner rebel and consciously create a life that reflects your deepest desires.

Joining us is the incredible Rochelle Pfeiffer, a digital marketing guru and all-around powerhouse, who shares her raw, real journey of expansion and stepping into the unknown.

In this thought-provoking episode, Karenna and Samantha sit down with the powerhouse Pam Covarrubias to dissect the five core wounds of Calladita Culture (aka "Quiet Culture").

In this power-packed episode, we dive deep into the evolving dynamics of modern masculinity and relationships.

In this behind-the-scenes episode, Karenna and Samantha invite their partners to unpack the complexities, challenges, and victories of loving women who unapologetically embrace their fullest selves.

This episode is your backstage pass to building elite coupleship vibes with a dose of vulnerability, trust, and communication mastery.

In this episode of The Fully Expressed Podcast, Karenna and Samantha dive headfirst into the cozy depths of winter to question everything we’ve been taught about goal-setting.

In this episode, Samantha and Karenna team up with Dr. Mariza to demystify hormonal health and drop actionable gems for every stage of womanhood.

In this episode, we chat with holistic health expert Nick Boleto, who brings the heat (pun intended) to your winter wellness routine.

Learn how Ayurvedic wellness can transform your energy and health. Understand your dosha, eat seasonally, and master energy management to feel your best.

Discover how sunlight impacts your body, mind, and spirit in this episode with Jenna Leigh Hoffmann. From circadian rhythms to light therapy hacks, learn how to radiate your fullest glow!

In this episode, Nicole Cesa shares the behind-the-scenes strategy for becoming financially independent—whether you’re in corporate or running your own business.

Discover how to regulate your nervous system, amplify your voice, and step into your fully expressed self with Alexis Bates on The Fully Expressed Podcast.

Discover what it means to be fully expressed in Episode 54 of The Fully Expressed Podcast. From self-worth and community building to preparing for motherhood and prioritizing health, Karenna and Sam share how to embrace your fullest, most authentic self.

Discover what it means to be fully expressed in Episode 54 of The Fully Expressed Podcast. From self-worth and community building to preparing for motherhood and prioritizing health, Karenna and Sam share how to embrace your fullest, most authentic self.

In this reflective solo episode of "Fully Expressed with Karenna Soto," I share my journey over the past year of hosting this podcast and the powerful lessons I've learned along the way.

Have you ever wondered how embracing change and leaning into your worthiness can transform your life? In this reflective solo episode of "Fully Expressed with Karenna Soto," I share my journey over the past year of hosting this podcast and the powerful lessons I've learned along the way. As we celebrate the end of a full year of weekly episodes, I discuss the importance of staying open to change, embracing your worthiness in every season, and taking bold steps toward your dreams—even when the path is uncertain.

Throughout this episode, I highlight the importance of starting where you are and trusting the process, whether you're launching a new project, stepping into a new phase of life, or simply trying to find your voice. I also share insights on the resistance we often face when confronted with change, and how leaning into discomfort can lead to incredible growth. This episode is a heartfelt exploration of the lessons I've learned from the podcast and a celebration of the incredible community we've built together.

 

Here’s quick recap:

 

• Reflections on a year of podcasting and the lessons learned along the way.
• The power of embracing change and leaning into your worthiness, even when it feels challenging.
• Practical tips for starting new projects and staying consistent, even when faced with resistance.
• The importance of community and connection in personal growth and self-expression.
• A sneak peek into the exciting changes and rebrand coming soon to the Fully Expressed Podcast.

 

Tune in to this reflective and empowering episode as we explore how embracing change and leaning into your worthiness can lead to profound personal growth and fulfillment. Join me in celebrating the journey so far and get excited for what's coming next!

 

Join The Fully Expressed Community, where you can be surrounded by other women who are also on the same path of personal growth, healing, and uncovering their authentic expression. Being in a community surrounded by others can truly be one of the most supporting and healing containers to support your personal invitation.

 

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Contact Karenna: hello@karennasoto.com 

 

In this engaging episode of "Fully Expressed with Karenna Soto," I sit down once again with the insightful Samantha Hollingsworth.

Are you struggling to find your authentic leadership style in a world that often pressures us to conform? In this engaging episode of "Fully Expressed with Karenna Soto," I sit down once again with the insightful Samantha Hollingsworth. Together, we explore the journey of discovering and embracing your unique leadership voice. We discuss how to navigate the fine line between leading others and staying true to yourself, especially in a world that often demands conformity.

Throughout our conversation, Samantha and I delve into the challenges of stepping into leadership roles, the importance of self-expression, and the courage it takes to stand in your truth even when it feels risky. We also touch on how your personal experiences and inner growth can transform your approach to leadership, making it more authentic and impactful. This episode is a powerful reminder that true leadership starts with leading yourself and expressing who you really are.

 

We talked about the following:

 

• The importance of discovering and embracing your unique leadership style.
• Navigating the balance between leading others and staying true to yourself.
• The role of self-expression in effective leadership.
• The courage required to lead with authenticity and vulnerability.
• How personal growth and self-awareness enhance your leadership impact.

 

Tune in to this insightful discussion to empower your leadership journey and step into your fullest expression as a leader.

 

About Samantha Hollingsworth:

 

Samantha is a gifted astrologer with a deep understanding of the language of the cosmos. Her passion for spirituality began at a young age and has grown into a lifelong pursuit of knowledge and understanding. Her love for astrology is rooted in a deep appreciation for the interconnectedness of all things and the role that we each play in the universe. Astrology is a powerful tool for self-awareness and personal growth, helping us understand our true selves, our purpose, and our place in the universe. With her empathic and compassionate approach, she creates a supportive and non-judgmental space for her clients to explore their deepest desires, strengths, weakness, and challenges. Drawing on her wealth of experience and knowledge, she offers personalized guidance and insight to help her clients navigate life’s twists and turns. Whether you're struggling with career choices, relationship issues, or personal growth, Samantha’s deep understanding of the cosmic forces that shape our lives can help you find the clarity and direction you need to move forward with confidence. She can help you unlock your true potential which will lead to a more fulfilling and meaningful life.

 

Connect with Samantha:   Instagram: @divinerising TikTok: @thedivinerising      

Join The Fully Expressed Community, where you can be surrounded by other women who are also on the same path of personal growth, healing, and uncovering their authentic expression. Being in a community surrounded by others can truly be one of the most supporting and healing containers to support your personal invitation.

 

In this solo episode of "The Fully Expressed Podcast," I explore the profound impact of surrendering control and embracing the flow of life.

Have you ever found yourself holding on too tightly to control, only to feel more stressed and less fulfilled? In this solo episode of "The Fully Expressed Podcast," I explore the profound impact of surrendering control and embracing the flow of life. Drawing from my own experiences, I discuss how letting go of rigid expectations and trusting the process can lead to a life of greater freedom, joy, and alignment with your true self.

Throughout the episode, I reflect on how living with a mindset focused on control and perfectionism can create tension and limit our ability to fully experience life. I share practical exercises for recognizing when you're gripping too tightly and how to practice surrender in daily moments. By releasing the need to control every outcome, you can open yourself up to divine timing, unexpected opportunities, and a deeper connection to the present moment.

 

 

In this episode, I share:

• The importance of recognizing and releasing the need for control in your life.
• Practical exercises for practicing surrender and embracing the flow of life.
• The benefits of letting go of perfectionism and the pressure to achieve specific outcomes.
• How surrendering control can lead to greater freedom, joy, and alignment with your true self.
• Insights into the balance between structure and flow in life’s journey.

 

Tune in to discover how surrendering control can lead to a life filled with freedom, ease, and deeper fulfillment. Join me for this heartfelt exploration of living fully expressed and aligned with your highest self.

 

Join The Fully Expressed Community, where you can be surrounded by other women who are also on the same path of personal growth, healing, and uncovering their authentic expression. Being in a community surrounded by others can truly be one of the most supporting and healing containers to support your personal invitation.

 

LET'S CONNECT!

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Contact Karenna: hello@karennasoto.com 

In this episode of "Fully Expressed Podcast with Karenna," I am joined by the vibrant and inspiring Mikayla Snyder, also known as Mak.

In this episode, we dive deep with Leah De Leon on the art of storytelling in business and what it’s like to build a business with your life partner.

Have you ever wondered how incorporating movement into your daily routine can transform your emotional health? In this episode of "Fully Expressed Podcast with Karenna," I am joined by the vibrant and inspiring Mikayla Snyder, also known as Mak. We dive deep into the world of dance and playful movement, exploring how these practices can unlock profound emotional healing and self-expression. Mak shares her journey from a small-town dancer to a movement facilitator, emphasizing the therapeutic benefits of letting your body speak through dance.

Mak discusses the power of dance as a tool for emotional expression, the importance of creating safe spaces for movement, and how anyone can start incorporating playful movement into their lives. This episode is a heartfelt exploration of how dance and movement can serve as powerful modalities for processing emotions, building self-awareness, and fostering joy.

 

 

Here’s what we chatted about in this episode:

• Mak’s journey from childhood dance to becoming a movement facilitator.
• The therapeutic benefits of dance for emotional expression and healing.
• How to create safe spaces for movement and encourage self-expression.
• Practical tips for incorporating playful movement and dance into daily life.
• The impact of music on mood and the importance of a varied music playlist.
• The concept of ecstatic dance and its role in emotional release and community building.

 

About Mak Snyder:

 

Mak Snyder is a mindful movement, yoga, and breathwork instructor based out of Long Beach! She is passionate about the ways we can express ourselves with the body through movement, stretching, dancing, and play.

 

Connect with Mak:   Instagram: @mindfulmovementwithmak     Tune in to discover how embracing movement can lead to emotional freedom and deeper self-awareness. Join us for this inspiring conversation and start your journey to emotional health through dance and playful movement.    

Join The Fully Expressed Community, where you can be surrounded by other women who are also on the same path of personal growth, healing, and uncovering their authentic expression. Being in a community surrounded by others can truly be one of the most supporting and healing containers to support your personal invitation.

  LET'S CONNECT!

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Contact Karenna: hello@karennasoto.com 

In this episode of "Fully Expressed with Karenna," I share my personal experience of moving back in with my parents to save money and prepare for a new chapter.

Have you ever faced a major life transition and felt overwhelmed by the changes and decisions involved? In this episode of "Fully Expressed with Karenna," I share my personal experience of moving back in with my parents to save money and prepare for a new chapter. This decision, while seemingly a step back, has been a strategic move for our future. Join me as I discuss the importance of making bold, intentional choices that align with your long-term goals, even when they don't look glamorous.

Throughout this episode, I explore how downsizing and simplifying our lives have provided the freedom to pursue bigger dreams and prepare for significant changes ahead. I emphasize the importance of setting a strong foundation, both financially and emotionally, to support your future aspirations. I also share practical tips for maintaining a healthy relationship while navigating these transitions, focusing on open communication, mutual support, and the power of intentional living.

In this episode, I shared:

 

• Moving back in with my parents as a strategic decision for financial freedom and future planning.
• The importance of making intentional choices that align with long-term goals.
• How downsizing and simplifying life can create space for bigger dreams.
• Practical tips for maintaining a strong relationship during major transitions.
• The power of open communication and mutual support in navigating life changes.
• Embracing change as an opportunity for growth and new beginnings.

Tune in to learn how to navigate major life transitions with grace and intention. Join me for this insightful discussion on embracing change and setting the stage for a brighter future.

 

Join The Fully Expressed Community, where you can be surrounded by other women who are also on the same path of personal growth, healing, and uncovering their authentic expression. Being in a community surrounded by others can truly be one of the most supporting and healing containers to support your personal invitation.

 

LET'S CONNECT!

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Karenna’s Personal Brand Instagram Profile: https://www.instagram.com/iamkarennasoto/
Contact Karenna: hello@karennasoto.com 

 

This episode explores practical strategies for maintaining the excitement and intimacy in your relationship beyond the honeymoon phase.

Do you find yourself craving MORE in your relationship? We chatted all about how bringing structure to your relationship can unlock deeper connection, intimacy and fun in your relationship! Drawing from personal experiences and insights, I discuss how being intentional with your time and setting up regular check-ins can foster deeper connections and sustained passion.

This episode explores practical strategies for maintaining the excitement and intimacy in your relationship beyond the honeymoon phase. I share tips on scheduling date nights, planning sex dates, and conducting conscious check-ins to ensure both partners feel heard and supported. The focus is on creating a balance between the structure and the natural flow of a relationship, aiming for a deeper, more fulfilling connection.

Here’s quick recap:

• Life is BUSY and A LOT - how do you prioritize your relationship?
• Structure generates expansion
• Be intentional about planning your fun dates and your sex dates :)
• Conscious Dates
• Use structure to deepen your love

Links & Resources:

• Sex Date Book: The Adventure Challenge in Bed
• Conscious Date Guide

 

Tune in to learn how incorporating structure can lead to a more vibrant and connected relationship. Join me for this insightful discussion and discover new ways to enhance your romantic life.

Join The Fully Expressed Community, where you can be surrounded by other women who are also on the same path of personal growth, healing, and uncovering their authentic expression. Being in a community surrounded by others can truly be one of the most supporting and healing containers to support your personal invitation.

 

LET'S CONNECT!

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Karenna’s Personal Brand Instagram Profile: https://www.instagram.com/iamkarennasoto/
Contact Karenna: hello@karennasoto.com 

In this episode of "The Fully Expressed with Karenna," I am joined by Valerie Adams, a dating coach and mindset expert, who shares her profound insights on building meaningful romantic relationships.

Have you ever wondered what it truly takes to attract an emotionally available partner? In this episode of "The Fully Expressed with Karenna," I am joined by Valerie Adams, a dating coach and mindset expert, who shares her profound insights on building meaningful romantic relationships. We explore the dynamics of emotional availability, the importance of setting standards, and the steps to manifesting a partner who aligns with your values and desires.

Valerie opens up about her personal journey from dating emotionally unavailable individuals to finding her current partner. We discuss the signs of emotional availability, the role of self-worth in attracting the right partner, and practical strategies for navigating modern dating challenges. This episode is packed with valuable advice on maintaining authenticity, setting healthy boundaries, and creating a fulfilling love life.

 

We talked about the following:

• Identifying emotionally available men
• The connection between dating men and your father
• Setting new standards for the men you want to attract
• Being your most authentic self from the beginning
• Loving all parts of yourself and finding men who love all of you
• Shifting your relationship with rejection and saying "thank you" instead

Tune in to discover how to attract an emotionally available partner and transform your approach to relationships. Join us for this insightful and empowering conversation!

 

About Valerie Adams:

  Valerie is a dating & mindset mentor for ambitious single women who desire to attract a healthy and lasting relationship. Valerie believes that the journey you take when you are single is so important and lays the foundation for the type of healthy relationship you crave. After years of struggling in her own love life, being drawn to emotionally unavailable partners, Valerie went on a deep spiritual and personal growth journey in 2018 where she radically changed her life, started her own coaching business and shortly after attracted her partner who she has been in a thriving and healthy relationship with for the last 5 years. She has helped hundreds of women do the inner work, heal, upgrading their mindset, and attract healthy relationships. Valerie is a Certified Master Coach & Master NLP Practitioner and she is passionate about giving women the tools to thrive in their own self love journey through her podcast, coaching programs, and courses.     Connect with Valerie:  <...

In this solo episode of "Fully Expressed with Karenna Soto," I delve into the often unspoken topic of friendship breakups and how these difficult experiences can ultimately lead to profound personal growth.

Have you ever experienced the heartbreak of a friendship breakup and wondered how to navigate the pain and confusion that follows? In this solo episode of "Fully Expressed with Karenna Soto," I delve into the often unspoken topic of friendship breakups and how these difficult experiences can ultimately lead to profound personal growth. We explore the emotional journey of losing a close friend, the grieving process, and the importance of having hard conversations to find clarity and healing.

I share my personal insights on recognizing when a friendship no longer serves your growth and how to approach the difficult decision of ending it. This episode provides practical advice on managing the aftermath of a friendship breakup, maintaining self-worth, and fostering new, aligned relationships. It’s a heartfelt exploration of how letting go of what no longer serves us can open the door to deeper, more fulfilling connections.

In this conversation, we’ve chatted about the following: 

• Natural Separations in friendship vs Conscious Breakups 
• A guide to knowing when to have a hard conversation vs not to have one 
• Growing apart, evolving and navigating letting friendships go 
• The truth behind grieving a friendship
• Myth busting “Real Friendships stay together forever” 
• Setting new standards for friendships

Tune in to learn how embracing the challenges of friendship breakups can lead to significant personal growth and the creation of more aligned relationships. Join me for this candid discussion on navigating one of the toughest aspects of personal evolution.

 

Join The Fully Expressed Community, where you can be surrounded by other women who are also on the same path of personal growth, healing, and uncovering their authentic expression. Being in a community surrounded by others can truly be one of the most supporting and healing containers to support your personal invitation.

 

LET'S CONNECT!

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Contact Karenna: hello@karennasoto.com 

Joined by the inspiring duo, Evin Terranova and Paige Wilhide, we dive into the essence of female friendships, the healing power of community, and the transformative journey of cultivating intentional sisterhood.

In this episode of The Fully Expressed Podcast, we dive deep into the power of community and how it can transform your business, leadership, and personal growth.

Have you ever wondered how deep connections with other women can change your life?

In this episode of "The Fully Expressed Podcast," I explore the profound impact of sisterhood on personal growth and well-being.

Joined by the inspiring duo, Evin Terranova and Paige Wilhide, we dive into the essence of female friendships, the healing power of community, and the transformative journey of cultivating intentional sisterhood.

Evin and Paige share their journeys into sisterhood, highlighting the challenges and triumphs of building deep, supportive relationships with other women. We discuss practical strategies for creating and nurturing these bonds, the importance of vulnerability, and how sisterhood can enhance all aspects of life, from personal growth to romantic relationships.

This conversation is a heartfelt exploration of how women can uplift and empower each other through genuine connection.

 

Here’s what we chatted about in this episode:

• What sisterhood intimacy is
• How to go on dates with new friends & find your aligned friendships
• What it looks like to bring your fullest expressed self to your friendships
• How girlfriends ARE medicine
• The types of things that keep us from receiving deep sisterhood
• How to work through jealousy when it comes up
• so much more!

 

About Paige Wilhide and Evin Terranova:

  Paige & Evin are women’s self-love & empowerment coaches (and BFFs!), who are passionate about supporting women through all the life stages: from falling in love with themselves, to dating and relationships, breakups and endings, and creating deep lifelong sisterhood with other women. They believe that when open-hearted, growth-minded women gather together in safe spaces, absolute magic happens, and they credit the support of their own sisterhood community for the romantic relationships, businesses, and desire-led lives they have today. Paige and Evin are on a mission to bring more play and fun into the deep work, and to cultivate expansive, soul-filling sisterhood through in-person events and retreats, including their signature retreat The Sisterhood Sleepover!     Connect with Paige and Evin:   Website: www.sisterhoodsleepovers.com
Instagram:@paigewilhide | @evinrose   Join our list: bit.ly/sisterlist  

Tune in to learn how optimizing your...

In this enlightening episode of "Fully Expressed with Karenna Soto," I am joined by my dear friend Kelsey Corbett, a doctor of acupuncture and Chinese medicine. Kelsey shares her profound journey and extensive experience in women's health, fertility, mental health, and holistic healing practices.

In this deeply personal episode of "Fully Expressed Podcast," I share my journey of removing my breast implants and the profound impact it has had on my health and self-love.

We are chatting all about women’s health this month on the podcast! In the latest episode of The Fully Expressed Podcast with Karenna, we specifically talked about SLEEP.

Ever wondered how optimizing your hormone health can transform your life? In this insightful episode of "Fully Expressed," I sit down with Shay Frago, a holistic hormone and life coach, to explore the powerful connection between hormone health and overall well-being.

Have you ever thought about the life-saving impact of simply checking in on someone's mental health? In this heartfelt solo episode of "The Fully Expressed," I dive deep into the importance of mental health awareness, particularly during Mental Health Awareness Month.

In this episode of the Fully Expressed Podcast, we continue our Mental Health Awareness Month series with a heartfelt conversation with my dear friend Olivia Wetter.

In this profound episode of "The Fully Expressed Podcast," Sharissa shares her personal journey with bipolar disorder and how meditation has helped her navigate the complex landscapes of her emotions.

What does it truly mean to support someone dealing with mental health challenges? In this heartfelt episode of The Fully Expressed Podcast, I open up about my personal experiences navigating the delicate balance of being a supportive partner while maintaining my own wellbeing.

Ever wondered how wellness integration can amplify your life’s capacity?

In this enlightening episode of “Fully Expressed Podcast,” we’re joined by the insightful Nick Boleto, a holistic health practitioner and expert in wellness optimization.

Nick shares his profound journey from overcoming personal health challenges to embracing a holistic lifestyle that enhances his overall capacity. This discussion unveils how wellness, from diet to mindfulness, directly influences productivity, creativity, and happiness.

Nick also delves into practical strategies for enhancing life’s capacity through wellness integration, focusing on nutrition, exercise, and mental health. He shares how small, consistent lifestyle adjustments can lead to significant improvements in personal and professional realms.

This episode is packed with actionable insights for anyone looking to elevate their health and capacity to handle life’s demands more effectively.

You can read the full podcast transcript for this episode below:

Full Transcript0:00
Welcome to the Fully Express podcast with Karenna.
0:02
I am your podcast host, Karenna Soto.
0:04
And this is the show where we have conversations and discussions that invite you into living a life fully expressed, creating a life where you feel like your fullest expressed self finding and creating relationships where you feel like your most expressed self as well as what does that, what does that look like professionally?
0:22
And so in your life in your business and in your career, it’s like truly bringing your most authentic self to any room that you step into.
0:31
And today is really fun because today’s episode, you’re going to get me and Nick, which some of you have heard and met us, met him before.
0:39
And those that don’t know, Nick is my partner, my, the person that I choose to do this life with.
0:45
And in literally, in like less than a week ago, Nick proposed and we’re so excited to share that we are officially engaged.
0:58
So we have gone from girlfriend, boyfriend to partners to official fiances and stop Nick with the audio responses, the background.
1:09
I’m just going to have him in the back to like do my little music.
1:13
I’m just here for Ad Libs.
1:15
Anyways, it was such a sweet proposal.
1:18
And in short, like I did, I did go through some of my own internal process when it came to the proposal and going through this process of now like stepping into that chapter and I would be happy to share what that has been like for me because I feel like it’s something that I’ve been hearing often from other brides that have stepped into this space.
1:39
And I think stepping this next chapter just brings up a lot of different challenges and hard conversations that we have to have with ourselves, but even with other people in our life, so I would be more than happy to share that on a different episode.
1:50
But for today’s episode, we’re going to double down on how you can actually expand and optimize your capacity.
1:57
So a couple episodes ago, if you got a chance to listen to it, it’s the episode where I talked about specific strategies to avoid burnout.
2:07
So what does it look like to feel successful in your life in your relationships and business altogether?
2:14
Because, you know, as human beings, we’re doing a lot, we are in our day to day, right?
2:20
We have our businesses, our work, our careers, whatever you end up doing for a living to be able to p...

In this episode, we sat down with Joshua Church to unpack the raw, behind-the-scenes reality of entrepreneurship, leadership, and navigating transitions with faith and integrity.

Are you curious about the role resilience plays in personal growth and success? In this exciting episode, I sit down with Mariana Jimenez, a resilience coach and the host of the Commitment to Growth Podcast. We met at the Podcast Evolutions 2024 conference in LA, and I was instantly drawn to her vibrant energy and profound insights. Today, she shares her expertise on building resilience and how it serves as a foundation for living fully expressed.

Mariana discusses her journey from a potential medical career to embracing life coaching, highlighting how resilience has played a pivotal role in navigating life’s transitions. She offers deep insights into understanding and developing resilience across various aspects of life, including personal relationships, professional endeavors, and self-perception.

You can read the full podcast transcript for this episode below:

Full Transcript0:00
Welcome to the fully expressed podcast with Karenna.
0:02
I am your podcast host, Karenna Soto.
0:04
And this is the show where we have conversations that invite you into living a life, fully expressed, creating relationships where you feel the most fully expressed, bringing your fullest expressed version into your businesses and in your careers.
0:18
And what I love about the show is that traditionally, we are always just having conversations where you feel like it’s just two of us sitting at dinner table and you’re just like hanging out with us.
0:29
So I’m so excited for you to listen to today’s episode.
0:32
I’m bringing on a new guest onto the podcast.
0:35
This new guest, her name is Mariana.
0:38
That’s how I say it, right?
0:39
You Mariana Beauty.
0:42
Her name is Mariana Jimenez.
0:43
And we actually met at a podcast conference called Podcast Evolutions 2024 in LA and one, if you are thinking about a podcast or you just want to hear how podcasting businesses are at that conference, I found very, very helpful.
1:00
But when I walked away even more with like how I putting like podcasting business can be, but also just like the community of people there.
1:08
Like I’ve, I’ve been to a number of conferences from A I conferences, to government conferences, to tech conferences, to like women’s conferences.
1:18
And it was so special to be a part of a community where everyone’s willing to contribute to each other’s success.
1:25
You know, you really felt this like deep support and I got to meet Mariana because they had these like little meetups that you got to choose.
1:33
So there was one full day that was like, really encouraging connection.
1:36
I was like, you’re thinking about a conference, like you guys should really do this.
1:39
But there was women in tech, I guess, I guess women in tech or women in podcasting beat up.
1:46
And that’s where I met Mariana and it was hilarious because I remember walking into that and like, I sat down with like 20 women and then like, everyone just like, shuffled their business cards from like left to right left to right.
2:01
It was like, oh my God, this is how we do business.
2:03
And then we sat down getting to know one of each other and like talking with one another and it was just, I, I met Marianna and I was like, ok, Mara, you have to come onto the podcast.
2:12
So for those, I don’t know, but Marianna is a resilience coach, I’m going to let her introduce herself, but she has so much to offer about resiliency and what that actually means in defini...

Have you ever wondered how the stars and planets influence your personal journey? In this episode, I’m thrilled to introduce Samantha Hollingsworth, a master astrologer and seeker of spirituality, who sheds light on how astrology can guide our personal and spiritual growth. Together, we delve into the significance of astrological charts in understanding our deeper selves and how the celestial bodies guide our life’s path. Samantha’s expertise illuminates the mysterious and profound impact of astrology on our everyday lives.

In the second part of the episode, Samantha provides us with a captivating insight into the practical applications of astrology. She explains how astrological alignments can influence our decisions, relationships, and paths to self-discovery. From discussing our soul’s evolution to explaining the intricate details of our astrological charts, this episode is packed with wisdom to help you harness the power of astrology in your quest for personal development.

You can read the full podcast transcript for this episode below:

Full Transcript0:00
Welcome to the fully expressed podcast with Karenna.
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I am your podcast host, Karenna Soto.
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And this is the show where we have different conversations that invite you into your fullest expressed self and life, relationships and business.
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And today is really exciting for me because I have a really special guest on here and that I met, I think last year, we’ve only become friends in last year, but she has become one of my best friends and one of my closest sisters.
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And I’m so excited to share her with you because she is a master astrologist and such a great human and always, and her and I have just connected in not just like through this work, but I feel like we just like vibe and connect in general.
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So I was so excited for you guys to meet her.
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Her name is Samantha Hollingsworth and Samantha is here with us.
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So I’m going to let her introduce herself.
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Thank you.
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That’s the best intro ever.
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Yeah, I feel like we just connected on every soul level.
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I still have to put our charts together and see like our connections.
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I know we have a lot of similarities.
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But yeah, so I am an astrologer and a Goldsmith and a seeker of spirituality and knowledge and just living life to the full really going on an adventure.
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I love that.
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Now, I remember when we, so I met you at Evan’s house, which is another friend that we met.
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And I met Evan at one of my women’s circles, but she was holding her own women’s circle and like her own little community thing that we were at her house.
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And I, I remember like you talking and you start talking about astrology and the way that you lit up, I was like, I really like her.
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I need to become friends with her.
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I need to get to know her more and like the more that I hung out with you, I was like, yeah, she’s going to be a part of my life forever.
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I know.
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I feel exactly the same way.
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It was like, I always laugh because I think we think of soulmates sometimes as partnerships.
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But I have, especially in the last year, met just a couple women.
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You included that when I met you.
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It’s like, oh, where have you been all my life?
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Like hi sister.
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So I, yeah, we have soul sister mates too.
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Yeah, I feel that so deepl...

Have you ever found yourself overwhelmed by the sheer volume of tasks in your day-to-day life, wondering how you can possibly manage it all? In this episode, I dive into the strategies that help me balance a demanding corporate job, run successful businesses, and maintain my well-being. Shout out to Ashton from Instagram for inspiring this episode with her curiosity about juggling various responsibilities while striving for personal fulfillment and success.

I share insights into creating a CEO hour for strategic planning, prioritizing well-being, and using smart scheduling to enhance productivity without sacrificing self-care. This episode is packed with tips for high-achieving individuals looking to optimize their routines, ensuring they can pursue their passions and commitments effectively.

You can read the full podcast transcript for this episode below:

Full Transcript0:00
Welcome to the fully expressed podcast with Karenna.
0:02
I am your podcast host Karenna Soto.
0:05
And this is the show where we invite you into your fullest expressed self in relationships, business and life.
0:14
I truly believe that every single person, every single human being that is listening, this podcast who is living in this world are meant to live fully expressed.
0:24
Just imagine bringing all of you to your business, to your life, to your relationships where you feel so fully held and supportive to be your most authentic self.
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So thank you so much for being here today.
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Today’s a special episode.
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Shout out to Ashton from Instagram.
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She asked me to record a very special episode on, on how to do all the things.
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So I had posted on Instagram that I was traveling to DC for a speaking opportunity.
0:56
And at the same time, I have to network follow up with people execute contracts, negotiate deals.
1:03
I’m also in my corporate job and doing my 9 to 5 which requires me to follow up on sales, do demos, negotiate deals, carry people across my pipeline as well as continue to manage my business and work through the challenges in the businesses.
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So she responded to my story and said, I would love an episode on how you do all the things.
1:24
So this is for you girl and for anyone else that is listening because I really do think that this could be supportive.
1:31
If you are a high achieving woman, maybe you have your corporate job, maybe you do have your businesses, you have multiple businesses or even if you’re a mom, you know, what does that look like to have a corporate job?
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Have your businesses and you’re multidimensional, you have multiple interests and then you want to put effort into all these areas of your life because they’re very important to you.
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But how do you do it?
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How do you do it all?
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So maybe recently you’ve been asking yourself like, how I feel so overwhelmed, how do I keep doing this?
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Maybe there’s a part of you that feels like there’s not enough time in the day.
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You don’t have enough energy to execute on everything and it’s maybe an internal battle that you deal with often and maybe there’s parts of you that feel like you’re dropping the ball in some ways or maybe the part of you that’s like not feeling like you’re executing enough.
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Or maybe there’s the perfection part of you that’s like I had to do everything in this amount of time and it’s causing a lot of internal stress, emotionally, physically, spiritually and e...

Ever wondered how speaking two languages influences your perspective and identity? In this episode, I’m thrilled to welcome Maricruz Carrillo, a dynamic entrepreneur with a rich cultural background. Born in Rosarito, Mexico, and now thriving in San Diego, Maricruz embodies the journey of a bilingual and bicultural individual navigating two worlds. We delve into her experiences as the co-founder of Sun Mud and the founder of Menos Waste, highlighting her commitment to sustainability and her passion for the environment.

Maricruz shares the challenges and triumphs of living a transborder life, the impact of language on identity, and how embracing her Mexican heritage has been pivotal in her personal and professional growth. This episode is an invitation to explore the depths of your own identity, understand the power of language, and embrace the unique perspectives that come from straddling two cultures.

You can read the full podcast transcript for this episode below:

Full Transcript0:00
Welcome to the fully expressed podcast with Karenna.
0:02
I am your podcast host, Karenna Soto.
0:05
And this is a show where we have different conversations that invite you to living a life fully expressed and creating relationships that are fully expressed and creating a business where you feel fully expressed.
0:14
So, truly bring being your most authentic self to all of the areas in your life and what that looks like.
0:20
And so today, we have a really special guest and so excited because I just met her name is Maricruz and Maricruz that I met at a networking event here in San Diego in a previous podcast.
0:32
We’ve actually had her.
0:33
But Marta Giri, who I taught her on this podcast, she was on this podcast and she is the editor and co editing in chief and owner of the locally well podcast as well here and Wellness podcast here in San Diego.
0:46
But she also has created such a wonderful way of networking with others.
0:50
She has truly like wrapped her arms around the wellness community.
0:54
And at one of those events that Marta Giri put together, I met Maricruz and we were just talking and connecting.
1:01
And then she shared her story at the event and I was like, oh my gosh, I really love her.
1:06
She is a founder and the owner of a couple companies, which I will let her talk about that.
1:12
But with that being said, I’m going to pass it over to her and let her introduce herself.
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Hi.
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Yeah.
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Hi.
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Thank you for having me.
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I’m so excited.
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I feel like we’re getting to know each other through this podcast and then also just letting everyone else kind of get to know me as well.
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So like you mentioned, my name is Maricruz.
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Maricruz Carrillo.
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I was born in Rosarito Mexico, but I’ve been in San Diego since I was 10.
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So since fifth grade and I am the co founder of a company called Sun Mud, which we do sustainable sunscreen.
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And then I’m also the founder of Menos Waste for Menos Waste.
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I help small businesses transition to a more sustainable space and I do that through workshops, one on ones and also have a youtube channel which I always like to plug in.
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I am really passionate about the environment.
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I am also an engineer and I’m also an entrepreneur obviously.
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So I am really excited because I have pretty interesting story.
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So excited to dive in...