Elevated Focus

Julia Xanthos Liddy
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Every woman has a story worth telling and when you're building something meaningful, the way you tell that story matters. Welcome to Elevated Focus, hosted by photographer and storyteller Julia Xanthos Liddy. Every Monday, Julia and inspiring guests share honest conversations to help you find clarity, build confidence and create a life and business that's uniquely yours. Because Julia's work has never just been about taking beautiful photographs, it's about helping women be seen. Follow and start your next chapter today.

Episodes

  1. 6 days ago

    Ep 9: How to Navigate Grief, Loss & Life's Unexpected Changes | With Adrienne Petrino

    What if grief isn't something we need to “get over” but something we learn to navigate? In this episode of Elevated Focus, Julia sits down with transformational life and grief coach Adrienne Petrino for an honest conversation about grief in all its forms. It's a vulnerable conversation about loss, love, change, community and learning to make space for whatever you're feeling. In this episode, we're talking about: Why grief isn't limited to death and can appear after betrayal, divorce, job loss and other unwanted changesHow grief can show up physically through stress, tension, headaches and other sensations in the bodyGrieving someone who is still aliveWhy uncomfortable emotions aren't necessarily “negative” and what happens when we start treating them as informationWhat to say when someone you love is grieving and you're terrified of saying the wrong thingWhy supporting someone doesn't always mean trying to fix what they're going throughAdrienne's experience of losing both of her parents and how differently grief can appear throughout our livesJulia's experience of losing her cousin Peter at 16 and the role faith has played in her grieving processWhy there isn't a timeline for “getting over” someone you loveHow grief can coexist with happiness, laughter, love and joyThe importance of community when grief and major life changes can feel incredibly isolatingHow Adrienne's own healing journey eventually led her to become a transformational life and grief coachCreating space to understand what you need rather than what other people think you should needConnect with Julia: At the heart of Elevated Focus are conversations that remind women that we don't have to follow one path, fit into one role or have everything figured out. And that's at the heart of Julia's work as a photographer and visual storyteller, too. Julia helps women capture who they are in this chapter of their lives whether you're growing a business, stepping into something new or simply ready to feel seen as you again. If you're ready to tell your story through photography or video, connect with Julia to find out more about working together. Website: https://www.juliaxanthosliddy.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/juliaxanthosliddy/ Email: elevatedfocuspodcast@gmail.com Connect with Adrienne: Website:   adriennepetrino.com. Instagram: Adriennepetrino Benjamin Hardy: Willpower Doesn't Work: Discover the Hidden Keys to Success And if this conversation resonated with you, follow or subscribe to Elevated Focus, leave a review and share this episode with another woman who might need the reminder that she is so much more than the roles she plays. Post production: Kellie Ashton

  2. 31 Aug

    Ep 8: How to Trust Your Intuition When You Don’t Know What’s Next | With Erica Ginger

    What happens when one of the most traumatic days of your life ultimately changes the direction of your entire future? In this episode of Elevated Focus, Julia sits down with Erica Ginger, founder and owner of Owl’s Head Yoga, to talk about surviving 9/11, healing through yoga, becoming a young mother, trusting your intuition and eventually building a business rooted in community and purpose. It’s a powerful conversation about trauma, faith, motherhood and learning to listen to the voice within. This is a conversation about the moments that change us, the whispers we sometimes ignore, and what can happen when we finally learn to trust ourselves. In this episode, we talk about: Erica's experience surviving September 11th and how it changed her lifeProcessing trauma and finding healing through therapy and yogaWhy learning to trust your intuition has become such an important part of Erica's lifeBecoming a mother at 16 and how motherhood shaped the woman she becameLosing loved ones, looking for signs and feeling connected to something beyond ourselvesNavigating religion, spirituality and yoga without feeling like you have to choose between themLeaving the world of finance and eventually finding the confidence to become a yoga teacher and business ownerPrenatal yoga, birth advocacy and helping women feel empowered during pregnancy and labourGiving yourself grace during the first year of motherhood and learning to accept your postpartum body as a new version of yourselfBuilding Owl's Head Yoga as an inclusive, non judgmental community where people can use yoga as a tool to navigate lifeConnect with Julia: At the heart of Elevated Focus are conversations that remind women that we don't have to follow one path, fit into one role or have everything figured out. And that's at the heart of Julia's work as a photographer and visual storyteller, too. Julia helps women capture who they are in this chapter of their lives whether you're growing a business, stepping into something new or simply ready to feel seen as you again. If you're ready to tell your story through photography or video, connect with Julia to find out more about working together. Website: https://www.juliaxanthosliddy.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/juliaxanthosliddy/ Email: elevatedfocuspodcast@gmail.com Connect with Erica Ginger: Website:  owlsheadyoga.com. And if this conversation resonated with you, follow or subscribe to Elevated Focus, leave a review and share this episode with another woman who might need the reminder that she is so much more than the roles she plays. Post production: Kellie Ashton

  3. 24 Aug

    EP 7:How to Balance Motherhood, Career & Your Own Identity | Dr. Tali Caronia

    Who were you before you became someone's mom, wife, colleague, caregiver or everything to everyone? In this episode of Elevated Focus, Julia sits down with paediatrician, mother and entrepreneur Dr. Tali Caronia for an incredibly honest conversation about what it means to build a full life without losing yourself somewhere along the way. Tali's path hasn't exactly been conventional. She originally planned to become a lawyer before an unexpected interest in medicine changed everything, leading her to completely switch direction and eventually build a career caring for children at Maimonides Hospital. But this conversation goes far beyond her career. From changing careers and raising boys to fitness, faith, friendship, entrepreneurship and doing things that scare you, this is a conversation about allowing yourself to be more than one thing. If you're juggling a career, children, relationships and responsibilities and wondering where you fit into all of it, this episode is for you. In this episode, we talk about: Why you can't be the perfect mother, wife, friend, professional and daughter all at once and why that's okay.The importance of giving yourself grace when you're juggling multiple roles.Remembering who you were before the titles of "mom," "wife" and your career took over.Letting go of mom guilt and creating boundaries around the things you need for yourself.Working on the frontline during COVID and the experiences that changed her outlook on life.The importance of community, connection and having other women in your corner.Allowing your children to find their own path and Tali's family's beautiful experience with faith and religion.Why doing something that scares you can help you continue evolving and growing.Starting a business alongside an already incredibly busy career and discovering another side of herself in the process.Why women don't have to fit neatly into one box. Connect with Julia: At the heart of Elevated Focus are conversations that remind women that we don't have to follow one path, fit into one role or have everything figured out. And that's at the heart of Julia's work as a photographer and visual storyteller, too. Julia helps women capture who they are in this chapter of their lives whether you're growing a business, stepping into something new or simply ready to feel seen as you again. If you're ready to tell your story through photography or video, connect with Julia to find out more about working together. Website: https://www.juliaxanthosliddy.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/juliaxanthosliddy/ Email: elevatedfocuspodcast@gmail.com Connect with Dr Tali: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/blacklotusmedical/ And if this conversation resonated with you, follow or subscribe to Elevated Focus, leave a review and share this episode with another woman who might need the reminder that she is so much more than the roles she plays. Post production: Kellie Ashton

  4. 17 Aug

    Ep 6: Perimenopause, Self Care & Why You Need to Put Yourself First | With Cristina Rosenthal

    When was the last time you truly put yourself first? Not because everything else was done, but because you realised you matter too. In this episode of Elevated Focus, Julia sits down with health and wellness coach Cristina Rosenthal for a heartfelt conversation about self- care, perimenopause, boundaries and learning to reconnect with yourself in a world that constantly asks women to give more. Together, Julia and Cristina explore why so many women spend years putting themselves at the bottom of the list, how our bodies naturally change through different seasons of life, and why perimenopause doesn't have to be something we fear, it can become an invitation to slow down, tune in and start caring for ourselves in a whole new way. Whether you're navigating a career change, raising children, building a business or simply feeling like you've lost touch with yourself, this conversation is a beautiful reminder that taking care of yourself isn't selfish. In this episode, we talk about: Why so many women struggle to prioritise themselves without feeling guilty.Cristina's mission to help women reconnect with themselves through simple, sustainable habits.The connection between our mind, body and intuition and why slowing down matters.What every woman should know about perimenopause before she experiences it.Why the habits that worked in your twenties may no longer serve you in your forties.How cycle syncing can support your energy, creativity and wellbeing.Building healthier routines without trying to change your whole life overnight.The power of community, walking and finding accountability with other women.Meditation, mindfulness and protecting your mental wellbeing during life's busiest seasons.Learning to pause, listen to your intuition and trust what your body is trying to tell you.Why boundaries become one of the greatest gifts you can give yourself.The importance of gratitude, selfcompassion and embracing every new chapter with curiosity instead of fearConnect with Julia: If today's conversation reminded you that your story deserves to be seen, I'd love to help you tell it. Whether you're launching a business, stepping into a new season of life, or simply ready to show up more confidently, I create photography and films that capture the heart of who you are and the story you're building. Website: https://www.juliaxanthosliddy.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/juliaxanthosliddy/ Email: elevatedfocuspodcast@gmail.com Connect with Cristina: Email: rosenthalcristina@gmail.com Instagram: cristina_rosenthal And if you enjoyed today's conversation, don't forget to follow Elevated Focus, leave a review and share this episode with a woman who needs the reminder that she deserves to be at the top of her own list. Post production: Kellie Ashton

  5. 10 Aug

    Ep 5: How to Stop Holding Yourself Back & Start Living Authentically | With Madison Sorrentino

    Have you ever felt like part of you knows there's something more waiting but no matter how much you want to begin, something keeps holding you back? In this deeply honest episode of Elevated Focus, Julia is joined by business coach and mindset mentor Madison Sorrentino for a conversation about identity, creativity, motherhood, fear and what it really means to stop hiding from the life you're meant to live. Together, they reflect on Julia's own journey over the last two years, from feeling disconnected from herself and questioning her direction, to building a business that truly lights her up. They explore why so many women mistake feeling "blocked" for failure, when often it's simply a sign that something inside us is asking to be heard. Madison also shares powerful tools for moving through fear, releasing shame and understanding the beliefs that quietly keep us playing small. Plus, you'll hear a live coaching demonstration that shows just how quickly our relationship with fear can begin to shift. If you've ever felt like you're wrestling with your soul, questioning your next step or waiting for permission to fully become yourself, this conversation is for you. In this episode, we talk about: Why feeling "blocked" isn't always what it seems.The invisible battle so many women experience between responsibility and purpose.How motherhood can reshape your identity and your dreams.Why numbing ourselves with busyness, scrolling or distractions keeps us disconnected from what we really want.The power of saying your dreams out loud to someone who truly sees you.Releasing shame and learning to forgive yourself for past mistakes.Why asking for support is a strength not a weakness.Letting go of work that no longer aligns so you can create more of what lights you up.A live coaching session using tapping to help move through fear and take the first step towards a dream.Connect with Julia: If today's conversation reminded you that your story deserves to be seen, I'd love to help you tell it. Whether you're launching a business, stepping into a new season of life, or simply ready to show up more confidently, I create photography and films that capture the heart of who you are and the story you're building. Website: https://www.juliaxanthosliddy.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/juliaxanthosliddy/ Email: elevatedfocuspodcast@gmail.com Connect with Madison: Email: MadisonSorrentinoCoach@gmail.com Instagram:@madisonsorrentino And if you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to follow the podcast, leave a review, and share it with someone who's ready to take the next step in their own journey. Post production: Kellie Ashton

  6. 3 Aug

    EP 4: How to Declutter Your Mind, Home & Life | With Melanie Liss Cohen

    What if the overwhelm you're feeling isn't because you're doing too little but because you're carrying too much? In this episode of Elevated Focus, Julia sits down with midlife mindset reset coach Melanie Liss Cohen for an honest conversation about the many forms of clutter we carry, not just the piles in our homes, but the overflowing calendars, self limiting beliefs, mental noise and expectations that quietly steal our peace. Melanie shares her own journey from years as a weight loss coach to helping women create clarity in every area of their lives, opening up about ADHD, burnout, career pivots and self beliefs. If you've been feeling stretched too thin, constantly overwhelmed, or like you're carrying the weight of everyone else's needs before your own, this conversation is your reminder that transformation doesn't begin with a complete life overhaul. In this episode, we talk about Why clutter is so much more than what's sitting in your wardrobe or on your desk.The surprising connection between physical clutter and mental overwhelm.How ADHD shaped Melanie's life, career and understanding of herself.Breaking free from self limiting beliefs and redefining your identity after years in one career.Why your calendar should include your wellbeing, not just everyone else's priorities.The power of taking one small step instead of trying to change everything overnight.Letting go of relationships, responsibilities and expectations that no longer serve you.Creating more clarity, confidence and calm in the season of life you're in right now.Connect with Julia: If today's conversation reminded you that your story deserves to be seen, I'd love to help you tell it. Whether you're launching a business, stepping into a new season of life, or simply ready to show up more confidently, I create photography and films that capture the heart of who you are and the story you're building. Website: https://www.juliaxanthosliddy.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/juliaxanthosliddy/ Email: elevatedfocuspodcast@gmail.com Connect with Melanie: Melanie Cohen is a Midlife Mindset Reset Coach and creator of Lighten UP! She helps women in the messy middle of life release the physical, mental, emotional, digital, and calendar clutter that's keeping them overwhelmed so they can create more clarity, confidence, calm, and freedom. Website: https://melaniecohen.podia.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thoughtfully_coaching/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MelanieThoughtFullyCoachingLissCohen Join Melanie this August! Lighten UP! Let It GO! 30-Day Decluttering Challenge – Starts August 11 Special for Julia's listeners: Use the exclusive Elevated Focus Podcast discount with this link: https://melaniecohen.podia.com/lighten-up-let-it-go-30-day-decluttering-challenge-august-2026?coupon=ELEVATED-FOCUS-PODCAST-DISCOUNT Lighten UP! Live Declutter With Me – August 22 https://melaniecohen.podia.com/declutter-with-me-live-workshop-august Schedule a complimentary Discovery Call: https://calendly.com/melanie-liss-cohen/20min And if you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to follow the podcast, leave a review, and share it with someone who's ready to take the next step in their own journey. Post production: Kellie Ashton

  7. 27 Jul

    EP 1: Finding Your Purpose After a Career Change | With Pearl Gabel

    What happens when you realise the life you've worked so hard to build no longer feels aligned with who you're becoming? In the very first episode of Elevated Focus, Julia sits down with one of her oldest friends and former colleague, Pearl Gabel. Together, they reflect on their years as photojournalists at the New York Daily News, sharing stories from behind the headlines, the emotional toll of documenting tragedy and the unexpected ways those experiences shaped the women they are today. This honest conversation explores what it means to leave behind an identity you've outgrown, embrace change and discover that sometimes the most meaningful work begins when you're brave enough to start again. If you've ever felt stuck, questioned your path, or wondered if it's too late to reinvent yourself, this episode is for you. In this episode, we discuss: The emotional realities of life as photojournalists covering breaking news.Learning to trust your instincts when your work no longer aligns with your values.Why motherhood, career changes and life transitions can completely reshape your purpose.The courage it takes to walk away from a career you've worked so hard to build.Why there isn't always a "right" path and why that's okay.The importance of community, healing and surrounding yourself with people who lift you up.How storytelling has evolved from documenting people's hardest moments to helping women be seen in the most authentic way.Why the journey, not the destination, is where the real transformation happens. Connect with Julia If today's conversation reminded you that your story deserves to be seen, I'd love to help you tell it. Whether you're launching a business, stepping into a new season of life, or simply ready to show up more confidently, I create photography and films that capture the heart of who you are and the story you're building. Website: https://www.juliaxanthosliddy.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/juliaxanthosliddy/ Email: elevatedfocuspodcast@gmail.com Connect with Pearl: Pearl Gabel spent a decade as a news photographer in NYC before transitioning into public service and consulting. She built the NYC Mayor's Office video department, gave New Jersey its voice from the Governor's Office, was named to Fortune's 40 Under 40 and the PRWeek 50, and won an Emmy and multiple industry awards along the way. Most recently she led brand and creative for firms working in highly regulated industries and high-stakes issues. These days she works independently with mission-driven people and organizations in transition. Still scrappy. Find her at pearlgabel.com And if you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to follow the podcast, leave a review, and share it with someone who's ready to take the next step in their own journey. Post production: Kellie Ashton

  8. 27 Jul

    EP 2:How to Reconnect With Your Creativity | The Artist's Way with Danielle Raskin Mayes

    Have you ever had an idea that wouldn't leave you alone? A quiet whisper telling you there's something more waiting for you but you weren't quite sure where to begin. In this episode of Elevated Focus, Julia is joined by jewellery designer, entrepreneur and close friend Danielle Raskin Mayes to reflect on their 12 week journey through The Artist's Way by Julia Cameron. Together, they explore how creativity isn't reserved for artists, it's something every woman can reconnect with. From journaling and morning pages to self care, intuition and the courage to take baby steps, this conversation is an honest reminder that sometimes the smallest daily habits can lead to the biggest life changes. In this episode, we discuss: The power of having an accountability partner during seasons of growth.How journaling and morning pages create clarity and quiet the mental noise.How baby steps create lasting transformation.The importance of making space for new opportunities by letting go of what no longer serves you.Learning to trust the whispers that keep calling you towards something more.Building a business without losing sight of your passion.Why creativity belongs to everyone, not just artists.Connect with Julia If today's conversation reminded you that your story deserves to be seen, I'd love to help you tell it. Whether you're launching a business, stepping into a new season of life, or simply ready to show up more confidently, I create photography and films that capture the heart of who you are and the story you're building. Website: https://www.juliaxanthosliddy.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/juliaxanthosliddy/ Email: elevatedfocuspodcast@gmail.com And if you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to follow the podcast, leave a review, and share it with someone who's ready to take the next step in their own journey. Post production: Kellie Ashton Colleen Dolan: www.cdolanmarketing.com Buy The Artist’s Way by Julia Cameron here

  9. 27 Jul

    Ep 3: How to Connect With Your Authentic Self | With Kristen Cordero

    What if the answers you've been searching for have been within you all along? In this episode of Elevated Focus, Julia sits down with licensed therapist and embodiment coach Kristen Cordero for a powerful conversation about reconnecting with your authentic self, healing the parts of you that have learned to hide and understanding how your body holds onto experiences long after your mind has moved on. Together, they explore the impact of childhood wounds, societal expectations, ancestral trauma and perfectionism, and how somatic practices can help us move through fear instead of staying stuck in it. Kristen also guides listeners through a beautiful grounding meditation designed to help you slow down, tune into your body, and ask yourself one simple but powerful question. In this episode, we discuss: What it really means to live as your authentic self.How childhood experiences and societal expectations shape the beliefs we carry into adulthood.Why feeling "blocked" isn't something to fear, but an invitation to grow.The healing power of somatic therapy and why the body often knows what the mind doesn't.Kristen's own journey from burnout and chronic illness to becoming a therapist and embodiment coach.How inherited beliefs and ancestral trauma continue to influence our lives today.A guided grounding exercise to help you reconnect with yourself and understand what your body needs.Why learning to love every part of yourself, even the uncomfortable parts, is the foundation of lasting confidence. Connect with Julia If today's conversation reminded you that your story deserves to be seen, I'd love to help you tell it. Whether you're launching a business, stepping into a new season of life, or simply ready to show up more confidently, I create photography and films that capture the heart of who you are and the story you're building. Website: https://www.juliaxanthosliddy.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/juliaxanthosliddy/ Email: elevatedfocuspodcast@gmail.com Connect with Kristen Cordero. She is a Psychotherapist and Embodiment Coach. Her mission is to help women heal deep wounds, confront fears and live lives rooted in authenticity, peace and joy. After working together, clients often share that they feel lighter, more peaceful and aligned with their truth.Visit her website: www.kristencordero.comContact her: www.kristencordero.com/contactBook 1:1 session (20% OFF): https://calendly.com/kristencordero/journey-to-self-session-20-off  And if you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to follow the podcast, leave a review, and share it with someone who's ready to take the next step in their own journey. Post production: Kellie Ashton

  10. 21 Jul

    Welcome to Elevated Focus

    Every woman has a story worth telling and when you're building something meaningful, the way you tell that story matters. Welcome to Elevated Focus hosted by photographer and visual storyteller Julia Xanthos Liddy. This podcast is for the woman who are hearing the whispers that you’re meant for something more and need help turning it into reality. Every Monday, you'll hear from Julia alongside inspiring guests as they explore the courage it takes to begin, the challenges of building something meaningful, and the stories that shape who we become. Through honest conversations and practical advice, each episode is designed to help you shift your perspective, find clarity, and build the confidence to show up authentically as you create a life and business that's uniquely yours. Julia’s work has never been just about taking beautiful photographs, it's about helping women be seen at the moment they decide to stop hiding. So hit follow or subscribe wherever your listening as the most powerful stories are the ones that are Imperfectly Exposed.

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Every woman has a story worth telling and when you're building something meaningful, the way you tell that story matters. Welcome to Elevated Focus, hosted by photographer and storyteller Julia Xanthos Liddy. Every Monday, Julia and inspiring guests share honest conversations to help you find clarity, build confidence and create a life and business that's uniquely yours. Because Julia's work has never just been about taking beautiful photographs, it's about helping women be seen. Follow and start your next chapter today.

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  • Creator
    Julia Xanthos Liddy
  • Years Active
    2026
  • Episodes
    10
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Julia Xanthos Liddy
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    Elevated Focus