Aligned and Unapologetic

In this episode, I have laid out all the topics I intend to cover for season 2! I am so excited to share with you the whole list and what's coming up so don't forget to follow so you get notified once new episodes come out! The Work is in the Healing Why healing is the only way to thrive What does thriving actually looks like Shadow work so light work can be brighter Types of Shadow work Generational trauma/Ancestral Trauma Childhood trauma Cultural Trauma Experienced Trauma Embracing your mental condition and maintaining wellness Ways, rituals and modes of healing Decluttering and energy cleansing Moon Rituals and astrology journaling Working with crystals EFT Therapy for people of color Working with a Coach Unapologetic 101 Mission Vision of Unapologetic Bounderies is one of the strongest forms of love How to say NO. The power of not giving a fuck Using your body as a decision making rod How your body talks to you Let’s workout! Intuition is a muscle to flex, strengthen and used habitually Feed your body, soul, mind and spirituality My Human Design Experiment Money State of Mind Pleasure - creating, receiving and giving Spirituality Building, Running and Thriving on your Business based on your design Capitalism & Racism in everyday life The Business of Parenting New Intro: Hello, hello, hello, welcome to Aligned and Unapologetic. A podcast where we showcase truths of unapologetic folx, remembering and claiming their identities, stepping into their power and living their lives as their full ass self unapologetically. My name is Antoinette, your coach unapologetic. Join me in my journey to healing, thriving and living a fully aligned lifestyle. Lean in as we discuss untalked about topics, shed light on taboo conversations and let life be our teacher. Let the work continue.

Hello, Hello, Hello ! I am soooooo thrilled to be back and I can't wait to share more stories, lessons, heartaches and wins in season 2 of Aligned and Unapologetic. Let our work continue...

Episode Description Trigger warning: This podcast episode touches on many sensitive topics like addiction and alcoholism. If these are triggering for you, please use caution when listening or skip this episode for now. One cliché goes that no man is an island - no one stands alone. But there's also a thin line that divides caring for someone and being codependent on them. How do you know that your relationship is already the latter? To answer this question, I talked to someone who stared at it in the face - and thrived. This episode features Tamala Shaw, a co-dependent survivor now helping others heal from the same situation through her advocacy, codependentme.org. From her experience, she shares the telltale signs that you are in a codependent relationship. She also talks about what it's like to be in one - how it feels to lose yourself in taking care of someone else, and how to ultimately reclaim your power, learn to set boundaries, and be unapologetically you. If you're struggling with codependency or think you might be in a codependent relationship, this episode is for you. Here's what was covered in this episode: What is codependency? The first - and essential thing - you have to do to start breaking the chains of codependency Why boundaries are a weapon for healing and thriving after codependency How detachment with love looks like and why it's okay to let people go Difference between narcissism and manipulation due to codependency Learn more about Tamala: https://codependentme.org/

Though sex is a prevalent topic in society, it remains taboo in many social circles. This may be due to the fact that sex is often seen as a private matter, and discussions about it are often considered to be inappropriate in public settings. Additionally, there is a strong stigma surrounding sex in many cultures, which can make people reluctant to discuss it openly. However, this reluctance to talk about sex openly can lead to a lack of education about sexual health, practices, and identities, which can ultimately be harmful. In this sexually charged episode, Yael and I finally address the elephant in the room and touch on topics many don't want to deal with, from breaking away with labels to how to talk about sex to children, how people's experiences and interactions with society affect our perception of sex, and a whole lot more. Mind you, with my background, this is an uncomfortable discussion - but a necessary one if I hope to contribute into creating a safe, nonjudgmental space not only for others but more so for myself. So lower down your inhibitions, open up your mind, and be educated about the power of sex and its role in your identity. Here's what was covered in this episode: How to start finding your sexual identity Where does shame come from and how to get rid of it? How organizations like Kaleidoscope Vibrations help you find your identity without strict labels attached What is fluidity? How to handle sex talk with kids What is sex-positive you?

As social creatures, humans have a deep need and longing to belong whether to a culture, a community, a group, or even just a pair. When we feel like we're part of something larger than ourselves, we're happier and more content. However, we also struggle with fitting in. We all want to be seen as unique individuals, but we also want to feel like we're part of a group. It's a delicate balance, and it's one that we often battle with throughout our lives. I believe no one else understands this issue more deeply than my guest for this episode, Sue Beauregard. She was not only adopted, but she's also mixed race, and grew up in a predominantly white neighborhood. Her story is one of both belonging and not belonging, and how she's navigated those waters throughout her life until she found the path where she's free from labels and be authentic and raw. Sue's story is one that I think we can all relate to on some level, and I'm excited to share it with you. So without further ado, here's my conversation with Sue Beauregard. Read Full Show Notes Here: https://coachunapologetic.com/alignedandunapologeticpodcast/the-power-in-the-surrender-using-astrology-in-navigating-life-and-meeting-your-spiritual-support-system-with-sue-beauregard

What is your self-worth? Usually, when I ask this question to others (and even to myself), they talk about their accomplishments, experiences, and values. But are these the real metrics of one’s worth? And if it’s not, what is? Today, I share space with a sister, Jazzy, a mindset coach helping women discover their self-worth. We busted some of the common misconceptions people have about worthiness and authenticity. Then, Jazzy will walk us through powerful techniques to finally claim our identities and stand by them unapologetically. This episode is filled with plenty of nuggets of wisdom, so choose the ones that resonate with you. But if I can give you a takeaway, it’s this: you are worthy, and there are ways to help you find it out for yourself. Here's what was covered in this episode: How a house ignited Jazzy’s desire and career path to becoming a mindset coach for women Answer to the biggest question: what is self-worth? The  strong connection between the lack of knowledge of one’s self-worth and the tendency to be abused Various powerful techniques in finding your self-worth and becoming your best authentic version The value of self-surrender and how a breakdown usually leads to a breakthrough More details: https://coachunapologetic.com/alignedandunapologeticpodcast/the-path-to-finding-your-self-worth-with-jazzy-sdlich

Why do people suffer from self-limiting beliefs, and why are these critical for women, especially those of color? How can one break the chains brought by ancestral wounds and generational trauma? In this episode, Dulce and I dive right into one of the deepest root causes of poor boundaries, guilt, shame, and difficulty of managing emotions that are so common for people of color. We unapologetically start from the place of ancestral pain and how this impacts who we are today. Ultimately, the goal becomes to make it easier for women to get the help that they need when they need it to start the journey of healing. I am deeply grateful for this opportunity to be raw and candid about my struggles over the past few years living as an immigrant and a person of color. My hope is that this episode will help all women heal from the inside out. The power of our voice and stories matters. Here's what was covered in this episode: The potent impact of ancestral wounds and generational trauma, including how it affects the parenting of future generations Three things to let go of to start healing How to unlearn and undo traditional mindsets and beliefs passed on through generations Differences in the role of coaches, therapists, and other mental practitioners in trauma work Why therapy work is a partnership - and a commitment The need for emotion neutrality and how a shoebox can teach that The reason "cultural competence" is not enough More Details: https://coachunapologetic.com/alignedandunapologeticpodcast/how-to-find-healing-from-generational-trauma-and-ancestral-wounds-with-dulce-orozco

Hello 2022! Of course, it’s already the beginning of the 2nd quarter when this episode gets to you. But hey! It still feels like a new year! I still sign with 2020 as a date. Talk about being stuck in a realm in time! In this episode, I shared my heart and my soul and all the learnings from a life-changing year for me in 2021. Going through Covid and losing my mom was such a milestone in my life to strongly switch my perspective and really hyper-focus on what really matters most in life and who I truly I am and what my purpose is. I hope this episode will serve you as intended. Here’s what was covered in this episode: Lessons in life after almost dying from covid and the grief of losing my mom The power is in the surrender Your ancestors are choosing you and that is a gift! More Details: https://coachunapologetic.com/alignedandunapologeticpodcast

Amy is such an inspiring person who has a very rich story. She is a Jazz musician who also ventures into different music genres. Currently, she is in the business of voice artistry and loves it! She pulled her strength and courage from her family and believed that all things are possible. We are in so much of how she tells us her life story and how she has blossomed and uses her voice in different ways but always in an expression of her unapologetic self. Here’s what was covered in this episode: Getting back from depression through music Auditioning as a voice artist Working as a voice talent with flying colors Being who you are in social media Power of her voice More Details: https://coachunapologetic.com/alignedandunapologeticpodcast

This is your Coach Unapologetic apologizing for being MIA for a long time without even saying a peep! I know how off brand this is but part of my unapologetic movement is knowing when to apologize and as relentless you are in being unapologetic, you also want to be relentless in owning when you know you dropped the ball - no shame but with love and heart. So in this episode, I shared with you a piece of massive learnings that I’ve been being fed this 2021 and I recorded this in the midst of all the pain and I almost did not want to publish it because I feel better now and I can come up with livier episode but I think it’s important. I hope this episode will serve you. Here’s what was covered in this episode: Collateral Beauty Movie Cycles of Nature Respecting the waves of life Losing someone you love is also a version of you Internal demons It starts with you More Details: https://coachunapologetic.com/alignedandunapologeticpodcast/collateralbeauty

Welcome to this delicious episode I’ve shared with Tina! She is a vocal coach, a professional singer and a book author. She is a Filipina born in the Philippines who was raised in Australia and spreads her creativity across the globe! We discussed delicious cultural foods, raising kids in your non-native country, using your voice powerfully and growing old unapologetically. Here’s what was covered in this episode: Growing up in Australia in a Filipino family Experiences eating vegemite from Australia, escargot from France and buro from the Philippines How important it is to build your recipe box NOW! How “My Lola” book was created and the how the backend process looked like Tina’s background in singing To be okay in the stages that you are in in life The value of slowing down The glow and magic of 40’s Antoinette’s first job mishap Taking care of older kids Letting your kids express themselves and exercise using their voice Mom guilt

Amy is such an inspiring person who has a very rich story. She is a Jazz musician who also ventures into different music genres. Currently, she is in the business of voice artistry and loves it! She pulled her strength and courage from her family and believed that all things are possible. We are in so much of how she tells us her life story and how she has blossomed and uses her voice in different ways but always in an expression of her unapologetic self. Here’s what was covered in this episode: Getting back from depression through music Auditioning as a voice artist Working as a voice talent with flying colors Being who you are in social media Power of her voice More Details: https://coachunapologetic.com/alignedandunapologeticpodcast

Amy is such an inspiring person who has a very rich story. She is a Jazz musician who also ventures into different music genres. Currently, she is in the business of voice artistry and loves it! She pulled her strength and courage from her family and believed that all things are possible. We are in so much of how she tells us her life story and how she has blossomed and uses her voice in different ways but always in an expression of her unapologetic self. Here’s what was covered in this episode: Getting back from depression through music Auditioning as a voice artist Working as a voice talent with flying colors Being who you are in social media Power of her voice

Amy is such an inspiring person who has a very rich story. She is a Jazz musician who also ventures into different music genres. Currently, she is in the business of voice artistry and loves it! She pulled her strength and courage from her family and believed that all things are possible. We are in so much of how she tells us her life story and how she has blossomed and uses her voice in different ways but always in an expression of her unapologetic self. Here’s what was covered in this episode: Getting back from depression through music Auditioning as a voice artist Working as a voice talent with flying colors Being who you are in social media Power of her voice More Details: https://coachunapologetic.com/alignedandunapologeticpodcast

There’s this notion that to be an unapologetic person, you have to be fierce, strong, and well, unapologetic. In this episode, I am bringing light to being unapologetic and still grieve, feel pain and be in the process of healing. You can be healing and be unapologetic. Let’s normalize going through bad things in life and talking about it all because people have been experiencing grief and sadness for the longest time but that has always been seen as weak and unhealthy. Let me be vulnerable with you all and share how I process through the deepest grief I’ve experienced in my life thus far. Here’s what was covered in this episode: Being unapologetic through grief and sorrow Thoughts of a covid survivor Losing a mother Finding your safe sadness More Details: https://coachunapologetic.com/alignedandunapologeticpodcast/healingandunapologetic

Join us in this episode as we soak in all angles of difficult yet important conversations from decolonized wellness, loving your body, being queer, the process of coming out and how important being in community and truly connecting with people eye to eye is the way to do business that feels good for the BIPOC business owners. Dalia extensively shared with me how to be a true and active ally to LGBTQIA+ and BIPOC and how you can address someone when you’re not sure - hint: just be human. Lastly, Dalia walked me through the process of coming out and how you can find safety during this phase of your life and how important mental wellness is especially during this time. Here’s what was covered in this episode: Dalia’s identities and how Dalia wants to be addressed Decolonized wellness and loving your body Food Diary Keeping as form of awareness What to say to LGBTQIA+ and BIPOC when unsure how to address them Difference of Sex and Sexuality Process of coming out Mental Wellness for LGBTQIA+ and BIPOC Doing business like a human being Read more: https://coachunapologetic.com/alignedandunapologeticpodcast/queerandunapologetic

From doing yoga, meditation, genetics, and building our values as a family, Marisa gifted us with her time and energy to inspire us with her story and vast knowledge and experience into stepping into the ease and flow of parenting, unapologetically. Here’s what was covered in this episode: Marisa’s story Yoga & Parenting How genetics helps you map out who you are to design who you want to be Values Building as a Family Set realistic expectations in teaching kids meditation The art or co-parenting Recognizing your own wounds that you’re applying in your parenting Read More at: https://coachunapologetic.com/alignedandunapologeticpodcast/easeandflowofparenting

Hello! Hello! Hello! We have finally arrived! In this episode, I shared with you all what Aligned & Unapologetic mean to me and what we are going to serve in this show. This is not your typical podcast show, this is a movement. I am on a mission to create a platform for all females of color to share their unapologetic journey and message. I hope that each and every episode will be inspiring and motivating to all my listeners for you to claim your unapologetic stories as well. Read more at: coachunapologeti.com

In this final episode of our three-part series with Sinora, we will talk about one of the most profound questions today: what is self-love? Let me preface this by saying that the definition of self-love can differ among individuals because many factors can help articulate it: our childhood experiences, culture, beliefs, and even the people who stay and leave in our lives. Today, we will hear about how self-love looks and feels like for Sinora, a Native American woman who’s gone through so much in her life, from her trouble with conceiving to a life-changing accident. Her story will also illustrate how embracing one’s identity is crucial in fully living the self-love mantra and how gratitude amplifies it. Here's what was covered in this episode: How her hair plays a huge part in her journey to self-love Why she also believes that love is the ultimate healing force in the world The power of gratitude What activism is for her and how it is also an example of self-love The people that play a huge role in her self-love path

Welcome to the second episode of our three-part series with Sinora, where we talk about what real healing looks and feels like. The first episode provides us with a glimpse of Sinora’s path toward becoming a holistic practitioner and how one’s experience could be a catalyst for that. We also discussed the essence of going beyond our titles, so we can truly embrace who we truly are, discover what we are meant to do on this planet, and even lead us on the right road of recovery. Our second episode is medically charged, where we dive deep into the idea of holistic healing and what it truly is. In here, Sinora further elaborates her journey to finding the answers to her unexplained fertility and then getting on the path of recovery for good. Lastly, we touch on the strong connection between mind and body - what you think is what you manifest. Sinora illustrates that by sharing how gratitude eased her physical pain and challenged negative thoughts. Here's what was covered in this episode: Uncover the root cause of most diseases and how some aspects of conventional medicine might be making it worse Know why medicine should be individualized (what works for many doesn’t mean it could work for you!) Find out what inflammation is, how it affects the body, and how it manifests Unlock the immense power of gratitude Learn the real meaning of detox and how it preps the body for a reset