In this episode of the Illuminated Path podcast, Livia interviews Samantha Dawn, a style coach who shares her transformative journey from postpartum struggles to empowering women through style and psychology. They discuss the importance of self-care, the emotional process of closet cleansing, and how personal style can significantly boost confidence. Samantha emphasizes the need for inner work alongside outer transformation and provides practical tips for women looking to start their style journey. The conversation also touches on the challenges of balancing motherhood and entrepreneurship, the realities of running a business, and the joy of witnessing personal evolution.

EPISODE TAKEAWAYS

- Samantha's journey began with a postpartum style makeover during COVID. - Style and psychology can be powerful tools for self-discovery.

- Understanding one's identity is crucial in the style transformation process. - Self-care practices are essential for personal growth and confidence. - A closet cleanse involves emotional and identity considerations, not just decluttering. - The impact of style on confidence can lead to significant life changes. - Balancing motherhood and entrepreneurship is challenging and requires self-awareness. - Entrepreneurship is a personal development journey filled with challenges. - Practical tips for starting a style journey include dressing for oneself and understanding body shape. - Personal evolution in style is an ongoing process that reflects inner growth.

CONNECT WITH SAMANTHA

Samantha Dawn is a personal stylist, style coach, and a mom of two little boys, who helps high level women find their next level style so they can reestablish and own who they are in their next era confidently. By fusing psychology and style strategies, she has successfully helped hundreds of women globally to create an aligned personal style that allows them to dress to express that results in increased confidence, increased opportunities, increased aligned friend circles, and more.

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CONNECT WITH INA WELLNESS COLLECTIVE

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In this episode of the Illuminated Path podcast, host Livia reflects on the journey of the first season and shares her excitement for the upcoming season. She discusses the importance of setting intentions for the new year, including creating a word for the year, vision and becoming boards, reclaiming time, and investing in oneself. Livia emphasizes the significance of community and personal growth as she invites listeners to engage and share their own goals for 2025.

EPISODE TAKEAWAYS

• Reflecting on the past year helps in personal growth.
• Setting intentions for the new year is crucial for success.
• Creating a word for the year can guide your actions.
• Vision boards help visualize goals, while becoming boards focus on daily habits.
• Reclaiming time is essential for personal alignment.
• Investing in oneself leads to growth and self-trust.
• Community support enhances personal development.
• Intentional living can transform daily experiences.
• Engagement with listeners fosters a sense of belonging.

CONNECT WITH LIVIA

​​Livia Marati is the founder of Ina Wellness Collective — an inclusive wellness company bringing a holistic health movement to Guam through transformational experiences. She is a holistic health coach, yoga teacher, retreat creator and host of The Illuminated Path Podcast passionate about helping people live with intention, discover their purpose and activate their inner light. Her signature coaching program, Rise and Align, supports women to create healthy habits and an empowered mindset so they can manifest their dream lives.

Apply for Rise & Align Coaching: ⁠https://www.inawellnesscollective.com/riseandalign⁠

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In this episode, Livia discusses the significance of home environment in relation to health, habits and mindset. She emphasizes how aligning one's home with personal goals can enhance well-being and productivity. Livia shares practical tips on decluttering, designing spaces, and creating systems that support healthy habits. The conversation highlights the importance of viewing home as a sanctuary and making intentional choices about the environment to foster positive behaviors.

EPISODE TAKEAWAYS

• Home environment is a crucial aspect of holistic health.
• Aligning your home with your habits can enhance your lifestyle.
• Decluttering involves emotional ties and identity considerations.
• Creating systems in your home can simplify daily routines.
• Keystone spaces like the bedroom, kitchen, and closet impact multiple habits.
• Designing spaces can bring joy and functionality to your life.
• Lighting and storage are key elements in home design.
• Quick wins in small spaces can lead to significant changes.
• Your home can be a sanctuary, regardless of its location.
• You can create a sense of home wherever you go.

CONNECT WITH LIVIA

​​Livia Marati is the founder of Ina Wellness Collective — an inclusive wellness company bringing a holistic health movement to Guam through transformational experiences. She is a holistic health coach, yoga teacher, retreat creator and host of The Illuminated Path Podcast passionate about helping people live with intention, discover their purpose and activate their inner light. Her signature coaching program, Rise and Align, supports women to create healthy habits and an empowered mindset so they can manifest their dream lives.

Apply for Rise & Align Coaching: https://www.inawellnesscollective.com/riseandalign

CONNECT WITH INA WELLNESS COLLECTIVE

Website: https://www.inawellnesscollective.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/inawellnesscollective