UNIQUEfemme

Cynthia Aguiar

Making you business, life, alignment work for you.  This Podcast is a celebration of the unique Self - the Woman who wants to create her dream life HER way.  Hosted by Cynthia Aguiar, creator of the UNIQUEfemme Movement. 

  1. Becoming the Woman your Business needs with Charissa Floriancic

    12 JAN.

    Becoming the Woman your Business needs with Charissa Floriancic

    In this episode of the UniqueFemme Podcast, Cynthia sits down with Charissa Floriancic, founder and CEO of Crushed Aftercare, to explore the identity shifts required to grow alongside your business. Charissa shares her journey from kindergarten teacher to building a multi–seven-figure product company, and the internal work that came with stepping into leadership, visibility, and scale. Together, they discuss fear, judgment, and the moments when your old identity can no longer hold your future vision. This conversation weaves strategy with energetics, highlighting the importance of clarity, simplicity, mentorship, and trusting the evolution of both self and business. It’s a grounded reminder that growth isn’t just about doing more, but about becoming the woman who can hold what she’s building. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Crushed Aftercare and Carissa's Journey 02:55 The Evolution of Crushed Aftercare 05:46 Overcoming Identity Challenges in Business 09:03 The Importance of Vision and Identity in Business 11:47 Mentorship and Personal Growth 15:04 Scaling Product Companies and Shifting Mindsets 17:56 Breaking Through Plateaus in Business 21:11 The Power of Community and Networking 23:56 Conclusion and Future Aspirations 24:26 Building Confidence Through Connections 27:16 Leveraging Credibility for Growth 28:44 Establishing Standards and Boundaries 30:39 Imperfect Action and Clarity 33:33 Evolving Business Identity 35:55 Innovative Thinking and Daily Practices 39:19 Navigating Fear and Financial Risks 42:36 Trusting the Process and Divine Orchestration 45:49 Outer and Inner Transformation 48:38 Connect with Cynthia: @Coach.cynthia.A @HerMovement @UNIQUEFemme  Connect with Charissa: @CharissaFloriancic @crushedaftercare

    49 min
  2. Building Community Through Culture with Island Fest

    2025-12-23

    Building Community Through Culture with Island Fest

    In this episode of the UniqueFemme Podcast, Cynthia sits down with the team behind Island Fest, a grassroots festival rooted in connection, culture, and community care. What began as a simple idea during the isolation of the COVID-19 pandemic has grown into a vibrant celebration of Caribbean heritage in London, Ontario. The conversation explores the heart behind Island Fest: the importance of representation, the creation of safe and welcoming spaces, and the deep commitment required to build something for the community, by the community. The team shares honest insights into the realities of organizing a large-scale event, from logistics and fundraising to mentorship, volunteer support, and navigating unexpected challenges. This episode highlights the power of collective effort, resilience, and vision. It’s a reminder that when people come together with purpose, culture becomes connection and community becomes something we actively create, not just talk about. 00:00 Introduction to Island Fest and Team Members 05:05 The Birth of Island Fest: From Idea to Reality 09:51 Building Community Through Culture and Representation 15:01 Creating a Safe Space: The Importance of Community 19:57 Advice for Organizing Community Events 24:09 Behind the Scenes of Island Fest Planning 27:30 Personal Stories and Community Impact 31:34 Weather Challenges and Resilience 33:50 Fundraising and Grant Writing Insights 41:14 Future Plans and Community Engagement Connect with Cynthia: @Coach.a.cynthia @UNIQUEFemme Connect with Island Fest: @IslandFestLondon

    49 min
  3. 2025-12-05

    Creating Your Way Back to Yourself with Sheila O’Donovan

    In this episode of the UniqueFemme Podcast, Cynthia sits down with Sheila O’Donovan, leadership and growth coach, registered psychotherapist, and art therapist with over 30 years of experience. Together, they explore what it truly means to heal, lead, and rise as a woman who refuses to abandon herself, and abandon her art.  Sheila shares her journey into psychotherapy and art therapy, revealing how creativity opens a doorway to emotions the mind alone can’t reach. The conversation moves through the body’s wisdom, the tenderness of separation, and the courage it takes to return to authenticity after life reshapes you. They speak about community support as a lifeline, the power of nervous system regulation, and why healing isn’t a destination, but a continuous homecoming to yourself. Through her work with women, Sheila guides others to reclaim joy, reconnect to their inner child, and trust their own becoming. This episode is an invitation to slow down, feel, and remember:  Your healing is art. Your story is powerful. And you are never walking this path alone. Connect with Cynthia: @Coach.Cynthia.a @UniqueFemme  Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Sheila O'Donovan 02:53 Sheila's Journey into Psychotherapy and Art Therapy 08:54 Supporting the Self: Nervous System Regulation 12:26 The Power of Art Therapy 18:25 Exploring Creative Expression in Therapy 22:33 The Creative Genius of Children 25:28 Inner Child Work and Its Impact 26:31 Navigating Separation and Finding Love 31:11 Authenticity and Building Relationships 37:42 Regulating the Nervous System Through Connection 42:44 Tools for Healing and Support

    44 min
  4. You'll Figure it Out: The Journey of the Jump with Berkly McQueen

    2025-11-21

    You'll Figure it Out: The Journey of the Jump with Berkly McQueen

    In this deeply honest episode of the UNIQUEFemme Podcast, Cynthia sits down with Berkley, founder of B Fitness, an all-women’s gym built from grit, intuition, and an unwavering belief that women deserve a space of their own. Together, they peel back the curtain on what it really looks like to build a business as a woman and a mother — the doubt, the debt, the fear, the late nights, the “I don’t know how… but I’m going to try anyway.” Berkley shares the raw truth of opening B Fitness, navigating motherhood only weeks after giving birth, facing financial barriers, tuning out the people who didn’t believe in her, and learning one of the most powerful lessons of entrepreneurship: You don’t wait until you’re ready. You decide. You jump. And you figure it out. This conversation is a reminder that women build empires in the in-between moments — in the chaos, in the courage, in the community we create around us. From resilience and risk-taking to financial freedom and building a space where women can feel strong, seen, and supported, this episode offers the kind of wisdom you only get from women who have lived it. Raw and real.  Connect with Cynthia:  @coach.cynthia.a  @TheUniqueFemme  @Lacompagnie.dedanse  Connect with Berkley:  @Berklyfit  @bfitness.training Chapters 00:00 Introduction to B Fitness and Its Mission 02:21 The Journey to Opening an All-Women's Gym 07:32 Overcoming Doubts and Challenges 10:14 Navigating Motherhood and Entrepreneurship 16:05 Resilience Through Adversity 22:52 Building a Business from the Ground Up 27:27 The Journey Begins: From Delivery to Business Opening 34:36 Taking the Leap: Overcoming Fear and Doubt 39:12 Building a Community: The First Year of BeFitness 43:40 Financial Freedom: Overcoming Debt and Achieving Success 46:59 Embracing Growth: The Importance of Authenticity 52:57 Taking Risks: Expanding the Business and Community 55:12

    55 min

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Making you business, life, alignment work for you.  This Podcast is a celebration of the unique Self - the Woman who wants to create her dream life HER way.  Hosted by Cynthia Aguiar, creator of the UNIQUEfemme Movement.