The HERitage Show with Ling Shi

Ling Shi (Ling Wellness)

The HERitage Show: Stories of Healing, Empowerment, and Resilience of Asian Women. Welcome to HERitage, where we celebrate the journeys of Asian women around the world. I'm your host Ling, a wellness and resilience coach. Each month, hear from inspiring guests and HER stories navigating cultural identity and overcome challenges with courage.  Grab your favorite drink and join us for candid chats that will leave you uplifted and inspired. Subscribe and share The HERitage Show– where every story is a testament to Healing, Empowerment and Resilience.

  1. Apr 8

    Intelligent Beauty: Redefining Confidence from Within with Joy Vanichkul

    In this episode Ling joined with Joy Vanichkul, a former international supermodel turned wellness entrepreneur, meditation teacher, and founder of Wellness of Joy. Discover how Joy Vanichkul combines decades of experience in fashion, beauty, mindfulness, and wellness to redefine beauty through her innovative Intelligent Beauty approach. This episode explores the holistic view of beauty, the power of intuition, and practical steps for women to embrace their full potential from the inside out. Main Topics Covered: Joy’s lifelong meditation practice and its influence on her successThe concept of holistic beauty: inner harmony, outer radiance, and wellnessHow intuition guides her entrepreneurial and creative venturesPractical routines to cultivate intuition and self-beliefThe significance of changing belief systems for personal transformationThe vision and development of her Intelligent Beauty method and upcoming bookStrategies for women to step into their power and embody authentic beautyTimestamps: (00:01) - Welcome and episode overview(00:22) - Joy’s mission to help women feel beautiful inside out(01:35) - The significance of harmony in inner and outer beauty(02:03) - Joy’s childhood meditation and family legacy(03:16) - Daily meditation rituals in childhood and their lifelong impact(04:43) - Moving through the modeling world with inner peace(06:00) - The balancing act of inner spirituality and outer success(07:09) - Joy’s early modeling career and the importance of focus and discipline(08:48) - How meditation grounded her amidst chaos on runway shows(10:09) - Transition from modeling to wellness & spa business(11:35) - Investment skills and entrepreneurial drive(13:54) - Founding the innovative spa and creating new wellness experiences(15:57) - Leveraging intuition for continuous reinvention(16:34) - Developing the Intelligent Beauty concept(18:19) - The critical role of intuition in life and business(19:47) - Cultivating intuition: daily routines and mindfulness practices(25:07) - What Intelligent Beauty means for women today(30:12) - Practical steps to embody this holistic beauty and confidence(35:38) - Changing beliefs: decision-making and courageous action(39:11) - The importance of community and mentors on your journey(43:14) - Overcoming challenges and staying committed to your purpose(47:53) - Joy’s future plans: her upcoming book and global message(51:50) - Connecting with Joy: social links and upcoming initiatives Connect with the host Ling: => Linkedin => Instagram => Website Connect with the guest Joy: => Linkedin => Instagram => Website

    Intelligent Beauty: Redefining Confidence from Within with Joy Vanichkul
  2. 09/02/2025

    Beyond 100 Meters: A Freediving Athlete Mara Guida’s Growth Journey

    In this episode of The HERitage Show, I dive into the world of freediving with professional athlete and instructor trainer Mara Guida. From her first experience with scuba diving to becoming one of the few women in the world to dive beyond 100 meters on a single breath, Mara shares how freediving became a powerful tool for self-discovery and personal transformation. We explore the mental strength required to go deep, the role of fear and how to meet it with presence, and the daily rituals and lifestyle changes that support high-performance athletes in the sport. Mara also opens up about the importance of gratitude, enjoying the process, and how becoming a freediving instructor has fueled her own growth. Whether you’re an ocean lover, athlete, or someone navigating personal growth, this episode offers depth — in every sense of the word. ⏱ Chapter 00:00 – Introduction to Freediving and Personal Journey 02:09 – The Mission and Impact of Freediving 04:31 – From Hobby to Professional Athlete 08:37 – Training Regimen and Mental Preparation 10:52 – The Depth Experience and Overcoming Fear 13:04 – The Philosophy of Freediving and Life Lessons 16:32 – Addressing Risks and Safety in Freediving 19:12 – The Safety of Freediving 21:19 – Confronting Fear and Self-Awareness 23:14 – The Journey to Entrepreneurship 25:40 – Becoming an Instructor Trainer 26:00 – The Benefits of Freediving 27:25 – Future Aspirations in Freediving 29:35 – Final Insights and Wisdom 🌊 Connect with Mara Guida Instagram Sup tour website Freediving school website 🎙️ Hosted by Ling Shi ✨ Wellness & Burnout Coach | Host of The HERitage Show LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Youtube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠⁠

    Beyond 100 Meters: A Freediving Athlete Mara Guida’s Growth Journey
  3. 07/29/2025

    Laughing Through It All: Yola Jean Lu’s Story of Vulnerability and Healing Through Comedy

    In this episode, comedian and filmmaker Yola Jean Lu shares her powerful journey from a career in tech to building a life around comedy, storytelling, and community. We talk about the inspiration behind her short film Patsy, and how personal challenges — including divorce and miscarriage — have shaped her voice as an artist. Yola opens up about the importance of vulnerability in comedy, the need for deeper representation in the Asian American creative scene, and her mission to make space for voices that are often overlooked. She also shares advice for aspiring comedians, the reality of creative rebirth, and her dreams of developing her own TV series and comedy tour. This is a conversation about courage, creativity, and carving your own path — even when it’s messy. 💡 Key Takeaways Patsy is inspired by deeply personal experiences Vulnerability is at the heart of Yola’s storytelling Building community is essential for representation Yola creates space for Asian women and underrepresented artists She’s navigated major life shifts including divorce and miscarriage Comedy can be healing and connective She encourages new comedians to just start — take classes, get on stage Her vision includes touring and creating a TV series Accessibility in the arts matters — especially for lower-income performers Personal branding starts with aligning with your truth ⏱ Chapters 00:00 – Introduction and Background01:00 – Mission and Impact of Comedy04:37 – Experiences of Loss and Burnout06:07 – Transitioning from Tech to Comedy12:03 – Finding Creative Freedom in Austin14:33 – Acting and Filmmaking Journey26:30 – Creating Patsy and Future Aspirations31:59 – Creative Process and Film Development37:07 – Vulnerability and Personal Growth38:42 – Cultural Identity and Comedy44:50 – Building Community Through Comedy49:12 – Creating a Supportive Artistic Community50:52 – The Impact of Privilege on Artistic Opportunities53:02 – Empowering Underrepresented Voices in Comedy54:34 – Taking the Leap into Comedy01:02:32 – Future Aspirations and Creative Projects01:06:27 – Finding Your True Path and Purpose 🌐 Connect with Yola Jean Lu InstagramWebsite 🎙️ Hosted by Ling Shi ✨ Wellness & Burnout Coach | Host of The HERitage Show⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Youtube⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Website⁠⁠

    Laughing Through It All: Yola Jean Lu’s Story of Vulnerability and Healing Through Comedy

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The HERitage Show: Stories of Healing, Empowerment, and Resilience of Asian Women. Welcome to HERitage, where we celebrate the journeys of Asian women around the world. I'm your host Ling, a wellness and resilience coach. Each month, hear from inspiring guests and HER stories navigating cultural identity and overcome challenges with courage.  Grab your favorite drink and join us for candid chats that will leave you uplifted and inspired. Subscribe and share The HERitage Show– where every story is a testament to Healing, Empowerment and Resilience.