The Foundation of YOU Jenny Ottaway

What do humans crave more than anything? Meaningful connections. In all ways. Coming together and sharing ideas and perspectives, sharing life experiences, sharing love for one another. But in today's digital world, people are lonelier than ever. Why is that? 

Have we lost the art of communication? Have things like dating apps and relying on our phones for all our needs, stilted our ability to have meaningful connections 'in real life'?

In this episode, I explore what it means to be single and searching for someone to share a connection with. But where it's expected that a dating app or apps will be the solution to our desire to partner up. And when it isn't, what else is there? Come join me as I talk about some seemingly novel ways that I found that actually suited me better - good old fashioned speed dating and singles parties!

Can one find a connection this way? Have a listen and find out!

"Where you been?!", I hear you say. It's been awhile. I just wasn't feelin' it. Felt pressure. Uninspired so I took a break. And what I learned was, life doesn't have to be perfect. "It" can be messy, no matter what that looks like: life, relationships, friendships, health, circumstances around us and we can still show up and do the work!

For me, I got distracted. Fell out of cadence. Stuff happened in my personal life that made it harder to be the fun, vivacious person I know I am and I got stuck. But I'm back! So I talk about standards in dating people, my hobby of upcycling furniture, my upcoming trip back to my homeland and how it's good to know what you like and don't like in this world. And don't be afraid to speak up and use your voice! Consistency to show up is key. It's an episode and that's all that I needed right now - to take messy action. Enjoy the listen!

It's solo episode time! And it's time to start dating again and I'm ready! No more pandemic, no more lockdowns, no more excuses to not go out and experience the wonders of all this city has to offer. Life is meant to be shared with those you love and this episode takes you through my mindset and how I've been preparing myself for the pursuit of a new relationship and to love again.

“When I had the intention of coming down here (to earth) I knew that the goal is to play, I knew that sifting through contrasts was a part of the journey, expanding is part of the journey but having fun and loving myself and my life is also a part of the journey, that’s what I came here to do.” – Suki Chan

When Suki got into her dream job in advertising, having graduated with a science degree, it was the classic, it looks good on paper life. But it didn’t resonate with her.

It was at that point that she stopped and went into her own self-love and healing journey and discovered what she really came here to do which was very shocking - to live life for herself!

There were many discoveries made about herself along the way but her inherent belief has always been that as a soul, we’re all here to uplift each other. Sometimes we get caught up on what we’re doing and saying versus what we’re being. But by trusting her internal voice, Suki has realised it’s more so about what she feels she’s here to do versus what she knows she’s here to do.

Suki is a huge fan of Disney and Pixar films which have this impeccable power for her to really help her come back to herself and who she’s here to be. In particular, the beautiful film, “Soul”. There’s a reason why children’s movies and Disney movies are so potent and so pure and soul-fulfilling for adults to watch. The truth that it carries no matter how old we are, and the magic that they contain: you’re here to live, to be yourself and everything’s going to be okay.

And how doing more inner work, even though it’s frightening sometimes, even though it might be easier to live with our conditioning and patterns, it’s not the same as doing the work and finding resonance and the true foundation within you.

Suki Chan is a Creator, Dreamer and Coach. She has been many things in this lifetime, but she knows herself as just a soul: here to play, answer all her deepest desires, and live life for herself. With a passion for self-love, spirituality and *intentional* living, Suki is now a Light Leader who inspires other souls to live life (first) for themselves. Because when we are shining, we become the service.

We all have the power to create the life we love. And who better to explain how she does exactly this by embodying this affirmation than spiritual thought leader, Marne Semick.

Marne is an entrepreneur, philosopher, philanthropist and healer and in this episode we learn how the challenges (not problems!) she experienced led her to incredible breakthroughs, particularly during the time of the pandemic where she created her latest business venture, a thriving online business with 10 digital courses, 3 Masterminds and she even wrote a book!

It's a compelling episode for many reasons because we hear about what it takes to be a successful entrepreneur and how "the only way it doesn't work is if you don't." How your life gets to be more fun when you surrender to the present moment and take action because the present moment is such a mystical place to be, it needs to be honored. Marne talks about how we all long to be the fullest version of ourselves and what you can do to start being that for yourself. There's so much to unpack and by rocking Marne’s unique way, she’s giving permission to others to just be who you really are. We even learn what constitutes 'Marne Time' for some cool tips on how to start your day with intention. You won't want to miss this episode!

Marne is famous for her mission to help the consciousness of humanity rise by teaching healers and spiritual entrepreneurs how to create businesses so they can reach and heal more people. She has a raving fan base and community of healers and is reforming the healing community as we know it. Marne’s programs are highly sought after and the name Marne Semick is synonymous with spiritual business coach.

Are you a Generator, Manifesting Generator, Reflector, Manifestor or Projector? Well, depending on your birthdate and time you were born, where the planets were aligned will say a lot about who you are as an energy type. Sound fascinating? Read on.

In this episode, I chat with Business Coach and Human Design Guide Nicole Towers and she breaks it down for us about what Human Design is and how knowing your HD energy type will help you to lean into your authority and power.

Nicole says, "It’s an amazing system for understanding your own energy type and there’s a lot of wisdom to be gained from understanding how to live your most authentic self and with a lot less resistance.”

Nicole was fascinating to interview; her background is in journalism, copywriting and marketing and now she harnesses those skills to bring you a unique coaching method though the use of the Human Design modality.

Nicole takes a holistic approach when it comes to business. She believes it's about creating an intentional business strategy around your lifestyle and coupling that with a strong mindset. When you combine the two that’s where the magic ☽ happens & you'll have the biggest breakthroughs!

I can't wait for you to listen and wonder, what Human Design type are you?