Self-Care Goddess Podcast

Rita Savoia

The Self-Care Goddess Podcast with Rita Savoia blends breathwork, nervous system regulation, and holistic wellness to help high-achieving women reduce stress, prevent burnout, and restore their energy. Through real conversations and science-meets-soul practices, each episode offers practical tools to reconnect with your body, build resilience, and create sustainable success. For those seeking a deeper conversation around leadership and impact, the UpliftHER Leadership Series focuses on conversations with women redefining leadership and wellbeing. Happy Listening :-)

  1. From Hustle to Harmony: A Journey Back to Self | #219

    16h ago

    From Hustle to Harmony: A Journey Back to Self | #219

    In this powerful and heartfelt episode #219 of the Self-Care Goddess Podcast UpliftHER series, host Rita Savoia welcomes Lisa Denyer for an intimate conversation on self-discovery, healing, and returning to your true self. The episode opens with a calming heart-coherence breathing practice inspired by the HeartMath Institute, gently guiding you into presence and alignment. From there, Lisa shares her deeply personal journey of transformation, how silence, walking in nature, and intentional self-reflection became catalysts for profound inner change following a major life transition. Together, Rita and Lisa explore: ✅ The power of slowing down and listening inward ✅ Masculine and feminine energy, and how to bring them into balance ✅ Walking, journaling, breathwork, and spirituality as tools for self-connection ✅ Letting go of hustle culture and embracing self-love, grace, and awareness ✅ How awareness shortens emotional loops and accelerates healing This conversation is an invitation to pause, reflect, and remember who you are beneath the roles, expectations, and noise of everyday life. If you’re on a journey of personal growth, healing, or leadership from the heart, this episode will deeply resonate. 🙌🏽 Ensure you are following Lisa Denyer on https://my-vitae.ca/ and Instagram@my_vitae.ca : https://www.instagram.com/my_vitae.ca/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61575750482801# 🎧Take a breath, tune in, and allow yourself to be guided back to you. #SelfDiscovery #WomenInLeadership #HolisticWellbeing #PersonalGrowth #SelfCareJourney === ▸ Toronto Events – Do you live in the GTA? Join us for a transformative in-person Self-Care Breathwork Experience in Toronto with LIVE Music & Sound Bath. ⁠RSVP⁠  ▸ ⁠Ebook – YOU GOT THIS⁠ – A powerful read to stop overthinking, self-sabotaging & staying stuck. ▸ ⁠Healthy Breathing Course⁠ – Learn functional breathing to address stress, anxiety & burnout. ▸ ⁠Virtual Full Moon Breathwork⁠ – Harness the power of the moon every month online. ▸ Free Resources: – ⁠Mental Health Shopping List⁠  – ⁠9 Vital Breathing Techniques⁠  – ⁠Workplace Wellness Calendar⁠   Follow & Connect: Instagram | ⁠Rita Savoia⁠ | ⁠Breathwork Barista⁠ ⁠ Facebook⁠  X⁠  TikTok YouTube  Disclaimer: Content on this podcast is for educational purposes only and not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider for personal health concerns.

    1h 21m
  2. The Healing Power of BREATH: What Ayurveda Teaches About Calm, Energy & Longevity | #220

    1d ago

    The Healing Power of BREATH: What Ayurveda Teaches About Calm, Energy & Longevity | #220

    In this powerful episode #220 of the Self-Care Goddess Podcast, I am joined once again by returning guest Dr. John Douillard, a globally respected Ayurvedic practitioner, educator, and founder of LifeSpa. Together, we explore how functional breathing, nervous system regulation, and ancient Ayurvedic wisdom can radically improve digestion, performance, longevity, and overall vitality, without doing more or pushing harder. In this episode, you’ll discover: ✅ Why true healing comes from alignment, not over-effort ✅ How nasal breathing supports digestion, nervous system balance & longevity ✅ The link between breath, coherence, and the “runner’s high” state ✅ Why shallow breathing keeps the body stuck in fight-or-flight ✅ How ancient Ayurveda and modern science come together for sustainable health Dr. Douillard also shares his personal journey from burnout and extreme endurance training to discovering the calm, powerful “eye of the storm” state where effort feels effortless and the body works with you, not against you. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, fatigued, or stuck in constant doing… this conversation is an invitation to slow down, breathe better, and reconnect with how the body was designed to function. 🙌🏽 Ensure you are following Dr. Douillard on and on Social Media 🎧 Take a breath, press play, and come back into coherence. #Breathwork #Ayurveda #NervousSystem #Longevity #SelfCare === ▸ Toronto Events – Do you live in the GTA? Join us for a transformative in-person Self-Care Breathwork Experience in Toronto with LIVE Music & Sound Bath. ⁠RSVP⁠ HERE. ▸ ⁠Ebook – YOU GOT THIS⁠ – A powerful read to stop overthinking, self-sabotaging & staying stuck. ▸ ⁠Healthy Breathing Course⁠ – Learn functional breathing to address stress, anxiety & burnout. ▸ ⁠Virtual Full Moon Breathwork⁠ – Harness the power of the moon every month online. ▸ ⁠Breathwork Barista Espresso Shots – Join our 30-mins functional breathing sessions.  ▸ Free Resources: – ⁠Mental Health Shopping List⁠  – ⁠9 Vital Breathing Techniques⁠  – ⁠Workplace Wellness Calendar⁠   Follow & Connect: Instagram | ⁠Rita Savoia⁠ | ⁠Breathwork Barista⁠  ⁠Facebook⁠  X⁠  TikTok YouTube  Disclaimer: Content on this podcast is for educational purposes only and not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider for personal health concerns.

    1h 13m
  3. A Life of Impact: Leadership, Legacy & Living with Purpose | #218

    Jun 23

    A Life of Impact: Leadership, Legacy & Living with Purpose | #218

    What does it truly mean to live a life of impact? In this deeply moving episode #218 of the Self Care Goddess Podcast, we explore leadership, legacy, resilience, and purpose through the lived wisdom of an extraordinary life. This conversation goes far beyond business success. It’s about values shaped by hardship, leadership rooted in humility, and a lifelong commitment to people, community, and service. From immigrant beginnings and family discipline to building an organization grounded in respect, collaboration, and care, this episode is a masterclass in leading with heart. You’ll hear powerful reflections on: ✔️ What real leadership looks like when you lead with people, not over them ✔️ Why goals and purpose are essential at every age ✔️ How mistakes, resilience, and mindset shape character ✔️ The role of humility, integrity, and hard work in lasting success ✔️ Turning personal loss into service, impact, and legacy ✔️ Why giving without expectation creates a meaningful life ✔️ How purpose, connection, and contribution fuel longevity and fulfillment This episode is filled with wisdom, honesty, humor, and humanity reminding us that success is not measured by titles or money, but by how we show up, how we treat others, and the lives we touch along the way. If you’re seeking inspiration to live with intention, lead with compassion, and leave the world better than you found it... this conversation is for you. 🎧 Take a breath, tune in, and reflect on what kind of legacy you want to leave. #LifeOfImpact #LeadershipAndLegacy #PurposeDrivenLife #ConsciousLeadership #ImpactfulLiving === ▸ Toronto Events – Do you live in the GTA? Join us for a transformative in-person Self-Care Breathwork Experience in Toronto with LIVE Music & Sound Bath. ⁠RSVP⁠  ▸ ⁠Ebook – YOU GOT THIS⁠ – A powerful read to stop overthinking, self-sabotaging & staying stuck. ▸ ⁠Healthy Breathing Course⁠ – Learn functional breathing to address stress, anxiety & burnout. ▸ ⁠Virtual Full Moon Breathwork⁠ – Harness the power of the moon every month online. ▸ ⁠Breathwork Barista Espresso Shots – Join our 30-mins functional breathing sessions.  ▸ ⁠Breathwork Barista Inner Circle⁠ – Join a soul-aligned community for conscious growth. ▸ Free Resources: – ⁠Mental Health Shopping List⁠  – ⁠9 Vital Breathing Techniques⁠  – ⁠Workplace Wellness Calendar⁠   Follow & Connect: Instagram | ⁠Rita Savoia⁠ | ⁠Breathwork Barista⁠ ⁠ Facebook⁠  X⁠  TikTok YouTube  Disclaimer: Content on this podcast is for educational purposes only and not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider for personal health concerns.

    1 hr
  4. Everything Is Figure-Out-Able | #217

    Jun 18

    Everything Is Figure-Out-Able | #217

    In this episode #217 of the Self-Care Goddess Podcast UpliftHER Leadership Series, we begin with a grounding heart-coherence practice to gently settle the body and mind before moving into a deeply honest and inspiring conversation on leadership, resilience, and reinvention. I am joined by award-winning media professional, producer, and storytelling consultant Julia Suppa, founder and president of Suppa Media. Julia shares her powerful journey through: ✅ Growing up with strong female role models ✅ A 15-year career in broadcast media and the sudden loss of professional identity ✅ Navigating grief, uncertainty, and self-doubt after a major career disruption ✅ Choosing entrepreneurship, vulnerability, and community over fear ✅ Pivoting her business during COVID when live events disappeared overnight ✅ Recognising burnout signs before the body and mind completely shut down This conversation is a reminder that leadership is not linear, success is not static, and reinvention is possible at any age especially when curiosity, creativity, and connection remain alive. You’ll hear reflections on: ✅ Storytelling as a leadership tool ✅ The role of curiosity in personal and professional growth ✅ Why grief and rest are part of resilience ✅ The loneliness of entrepreneurship and how community heals it ✅ Burnout red flags every high performer should recognise Whether you’re a leader, entrepreneur, creative, or someone standing at a crossroads, this episode offers grounding wisdom, lived experience, and gentle encouragement to trust your own evolution. #ConsciousLeadership #WomenInLeadership #PersonalGrowthJourney #MindfulSuccess === ▸ Toronto Events – Do you live in the GTA? Join us for a transformative in-person Self-Care Breathwork Experience in Toronto with LIVE Music & Sound Bath. ⁠RSVP⁠  ▸ ⁠Ebook – YOU GOT THIS⁠ – A powerful read to stop overthinking, self-sabotaging & staying stuck. ▸ ⁠Healthy Breathing Course⁠ – Learn functional breathing to address stress, anxiety & burnout. ▸ ⁠Virtual Full Moon Breathwork⁠ – Harness the power of the moon every month online. ▸ ⁠Breathwork Barista Espresso Shots – Join our 30-mins functional breathing sessions.  ▸ ⁠Breathwork Barista Inner Circle⁠ – Join a soul-aligned community for conscious growth. ▸ Free Resources: – ⁠Mental Health Shopping List⁠  – ⁠9 Vital Breathing Techniques⁠  – ⁠Workplace Wellness Calendar⁠   Follow & Connect: Instagram | ⁠Rita Savoia⁠ | ⁠Breathwork Barista⁠  ⁠Facebook⁠  X⁠  TikTok YouTube Disclaimer: Content on this podcast is for educational purposes only and not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider for personal health concerns.

    1h 4m
  5. Work Smarter, Not Harder: The Nervous System Shift High Performers Miss | #216

    Jun 16

    Work Smarter, Not Harder: The Nervous System Shift High Performers Miss | #216

    In this episode, we explore what working smarter, not harder really means in today’s high-performance, high-pressure world. Many of us are doing all the right things: eating well, exercising, checking the boxes yet still feeling exhausted, wired at night, foggy during the day, or stuck in burnout. Why? Because most people are doing the right things in the wrong nervous system state. Joining me is Katie Hardie, board-certified holistic nutritionist and founder of MyPeak, as we unpack: Why “normal” lab results don’t always mean optimal healthThe difference between being functional vs truly thrivingHow hidden stress keeps your body stuck in survival modeWhy digestion, sleep, hormones, and energy suffer under chronic stressHow breathwork and nervous system regulation unlock sustainable performanceThe cost of hustle culture and why slowing down actually expands your outputWe also talk about: Functional vs conventional lab rangesWhy common symptoms aren’t the same as normalHow self-worth gets tied to productivityThe role of HRV, breathwork, and heart coherence in stress recoveryThis conversation is for high-achieving women who are tired of pushing through, settling, or normalizing burnout and are ready to feel energized, focused, and aligned again. === ▸ Toronto Events – Do you live in the GTA? Join us for a transformative in-person Self-Care Breathwork Experience in Toronto with LIVE Music & Sound Bath. ⁠RSVP⁠  ▸ ⁠Ebook – YOU GOT THIS⁠ – A powerful read to stop overthinking, self-sabotaging & staying stuck. ▸ ⁠Healthy Breathing Course⁠ – Learn functional breathing to address stress, anxiety & burnout. ▸ ⁠Virtual Full Moon Breathwork⁠ – Harness the power of the moon every month online. ▸ ⁠Breathwork Barista Espresso Shots – Join our 30-mins functional breathing sessions.  ▸ ⁠Breathwork Barista Inner Circle⁠ – Join a soul-aligned community for conscious growth. ▸ Free Resources: – ⁠Mental Health Shopping List⁠  – ⁠9 Vital Breathing Techniques⁠  – ⁠Workplace Wellness Calendar⁠   Follow & Connect: Instagram | ⁠Rita Savoia⁠ | ⁠Breathwork Barista⁠ ⁠ Facebook⁠  X⁠  TikTok YouTube Disclaimer: Content on this podcast is for educational purposes only and not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider for personal health concerns.

    44 min
  6. From Burnout to Belonging: A New Way to Lead | #215

    Jun 11

    From Burnout to Belonging: A New Way to Lead | #215

    In this deeply grounding and insightful episode #215 of the Self-Care Goddess Podcast, we begin with a gentle guided check-in to bring body, heart, and mind into coherence creating the space for an honest, expansive conversation about leadership, intuition, burnout, and self-trust. Joining us is Elisa Cristalogo, coach, speaker, and founder of Coaching and Medicine Incorporated. Elisa supports high-achieving women in midlife who feel exhausted, disconnected, or stuck in cycles of overworking and yo-yo dieting, despite looking “successful” on the outside. Together, we explore: ✅What intuitive leadership really looks like in high-pressure environments ✅A pivotal leadership moment that reshaped Elisa’s career and leadership style ✅Why relationship-building is the foundation of sustainable success ✅The hidden signs of burnout many women miss until it’s too late ✅How control, perfectionism, and over-responsibility impact women’s health ✅Why modern leadership is shifting from over-proving to self-trust ✅How women can create healthier boundaries at work and at home This episode is especially powerful for ambitious women navigating midlife transitions, leadership roles, or the quiet realization that “doing it all” is no longer sustainable. This conversation is a reminder: You don’t need to push harder to succeed, you need to listen deeper. 🎧 Listen if you’re ready to reconnect with yourself, trust your intuition, and redefine success on your own terms. #RedefiningSuccess #WomenInLeadership #BurnoutRecovery #SelfTrustJourney #ConsciousLeadership === ▸ Toronto Events – Do you live in the GTA? Join us for a transformative in-person Self-Care Breathwork Experience in Toronto with LIVE Music & Sound Bath. ⁠RSVP⁠  ▸ ⁠Ebook – YOU GOT THIS⁠ – A powerful read to stop overthinking, self-sabotaging & staying stuck. ▸ ⁠Healthy Breathing Course⁠ – Learn functional breathing to address stress, anxiety & burnout. ▸ ⁠Virtual Full Moon Breathwork⁠ – Harness the power of the moon every month online. ▸ ⁠Breathwork Barista Espresso Shots – Join our 30-mins functional breathing sessions.  ▸ ⁠Breathwork Barista Inner Circle⁠ – Join a soul-aligned community for conscious growth. ▸ Free Resources: – ⁠Mental Health Shopping List⁠  – ⁠9 Vital Breathing Techniques⁠  – ⁠Workplace Wellness Calendar⁠   Follow & Connect: Instagram | ⁠Rita Savoia⁠ | ⁠Breathwork Barista⁠ ⁠ Facebook⁠  X⁠  TikTok YouTube Disclaimer: Content on this podcast is for educational purposes only and not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider for personal health concerns.

    1h 12m
  7. Living Boundlessly: Finding Rejuvenation & Reinventing Yourself at Midlife | #214

    Jun 9

    Living Boundlessly: Finding Rejuvenation & Reinventing Yourself at Midlife | #214

    What happens when the life you’ve devoted yourself to begins to shift and you’re left wondering who you are now? In this deeply grounding and inspiring episode #214 of the Self Care Goddess Podcast, we explore how to rewrite the story of your life in midlife not from loss, but from possibility. Our guest, Carolyn Flynn, memoirist, novelist, TEDx speaker, and founder of The Story Catalyst - shares profound insights on identity, emotional agility, menopause as a “second spring,” and the courage it takes to imagine a new chapter after caregiving, motherhood, and major life transitions. This conversation is a reminder that midlife is not an ending, it’s a powerful threshold.In this episode, we explore: ✅ Why “empty nest” can be a doorway, not a loss ✅ Emotional agility vs. emotional rigidity and how curiosity keeps us alive ✅ Menopause and midlife as a season of wisdom, energy, and reinvention ✅ How meditation and mindfulness create space between stimulus and response ✅ Letting go of outdated cultural narratives about women and aging ✅ Becoming a “tourist” in your own life and why getting lost matters ✅ Self-care as a way of being, not a reward or indulgence The episode opens with a short, heart-coherence meditation to help you arrive fully - body, mind, and breath, before we dive into this soulful, expansive dialogue. Whether you’re navigating midlife, questioning old identities, or sensing that there’s more waiting for you, this episode offers both reassurance and permission. 💭 Reflective question to carry with you: If you allowed yourself to imagine freely again, who might you become next? Listen with an open heart and let this conversation remind you that your story is still unfolding. === ▸ Toronto Events – Do you live in the GTA? Join us for a transformative in-person Self-Care Breathwork Experience in Toronto with LIVE Music & Sound Bath. ⁠RSVP⁠  ▸ ⁠Ebook – YOU GOT THIS⁠ – A powerful read to stop overthinking, self-sabotaging & staying stuck. ▸ ⁠Healthy Breathing Course⁠ – Learn functional breathing to address stress, anxiety & burnout. ▸ ⁠Virtual Full Moon Breathwork⁠ – Harness the power of the moon every month online. ▸ ⁠Breathwork Barista Espresso Shots – Join our 30-mins functional breathing sessions.  ▸ ⁠Breathwork Barista Inner Circle⁠ – Join a soul-aligned community for conscious growth. ▸ Free Resources: – ⁠Mental Health Shopping List⁠  – ⁠9 Vital Breathing Techniques⁠  – ⁠Workplace Wellness Calendar⁠   Follow & Connect:Instagram | ⁠Rita Savoia⁠ | ⁠Breathwork Barista⁠ ⁠ Facebook⁠  X⁠  TikTok YouTube Disclaimer: Content on this podcast is for educational purposes only and not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider for personal health concerns.

    58 min
  8. How to Have It All (Just Not All at Once) | #213

    Jun 4

    How to Have It All (Just Not All at Once) | #213

    In this inspiring Episode #213 of the Self-Care Goddess Podcast's UpliftHER Leadership Series, I am joined by Maria Locker, Founder & CEO of Revolution Her, entrepreneur, community leader, cancer survivor, and a passionate champion for women rising together through connection, resilience, and empowerment. Maria shares her deeply personal journey of building a movement that has empowered thousands of women while navigating motherhood, entrepreneurship, health challenges, and life's unexpected detours. This conversation is an inspiring reminder that success isn't about perfection, it's about authenticity, resilience, community, and staying true to who you are. Together we explore what it really means to lead with heart in a world that often rewards hustle over humanity.In this episode, you'll discover: ✅ Why work-life balance may be the wrong goal and what to focus on instead ✅ How Maria built Revolution Her into a thriving community supporting women entrepreneurs ✅ The life-changing lessons she learned after being diagnosed with Hodgkin's lymphoma and thyroid cancer ✅ Why asking for help is one of the strongest things you can do ✅ The hidden signs of burnout most women overlook ✅ How perfectionism keeps women stuck and exhausted ✅ The importance of community, family, and having a strong support system ✅ Why nature, movement, and slowing down can be powerful forms of healing ✅ The role of authenticity, vulnerability, and emotional intelligence in leadership ✅ How women can embrace softness without sacrificing strength ✅ Why comparison is one of the biggest challenges facing younger generations ✅ Practical wisdom on resilience, self-care, and navigating uncertain times ✅ How to create more flow, joy, and meaning in everyday life This episode is for every woman who has ever felt the pressure to do it all, be everything to everyone, or carry the weight of the world on her shoulders. Maria's story is a beautiful reminder that life doesn't have to be perfect to be wonderful, and that true success is found in meaningful relationships, purposeful work, kindness, curiosity, and the courage to be yourself. If this conversation resonated with you, please like, subscribe, and share it with someone who needs this message today. #SelfCareGoddess #WomenInLeadership #BurnoutRecovery #PersonalGrowth #Mindset #WomenSupportingWomen #Leadership === ▸ Toronto Events – Do you live in the GTA? Join us for a transformative in-person Self-Care Breathwork Experience in Toronto with LIVE Music & Sound Bath. ⁠RSVP⁠  ▸ ⁠Ebook – YOU GOT THIS⁠ – A powerful read to stop overthinking, self-sabotaging & staying stuck. ▸ ⁠Healthy Breathing Course⁠ – Learn functional breathing to address stress, anxiety & burnout. ▸ ⁠Virtual Full Moon Breathwork⁠ – Harness the power of the moon every month online. ▸ ⁠Breathwork Barista Espresso Shots – Join our 30-mins functional breathing sessions.  ▸ ⁠Breathwork Barista Inner Circle⁠ – Join a soul-aligned community for conscious growth. ▸ Free Resources: – ⁠Mental Health Shopping List⁠  – ⁠9 Vital Breathing Techniques⁠  – ⁠Workplace Wellness Calendar⁠   Follow & Connect: Instagram | ⁠Rita Savoia⁠ | ⁠Breathwork Barista⁠ ⁠ Facebook⁠  X⁠  TikTok YouTube Disclaimer: Content on this podcast is for educational purposes only and not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider for personal health concerns.

    1h 10m
4.9
out of 5
8 Ratings

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The Self-Care Goddess Podcast with Rita Savoia blends breathwork, nervous system regulation, and holistic wellness to help high-achieving women reduce stress, prevent burnout, and restore their energy. Through real conversations and science-meets-soul practices, each episode offers practical tools to reconnect with your body, build resilience, and create sustainable success. For those seeking a deeper conversation around leadership and impact, the UpliftHER Leadership Series focuses on conversations with women redefining leadership and wellbeing. Happy Listening :-)

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