39 episodes
How I Met Myself Jessica Patterson
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5.0 • 11 Ratings
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Join Jessica on the journey of self-discovery as she shares lessons from her quest to find her true purpose in life.
In addition to solo episodes, Jessica interviews experts, healers and authors about topics such as health & wellness, motherhood, self-worth and spirituality.
This podcast is your companion as you navigate life’s challenges, heal from the past and walk the path to purpose.
Jessica is a mom and coach trained in the healing arts. After leaving behind a successful career in tech, she is now focused on her true passion: helping you become the most authentic version of yourself.
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38. Finding Your Authentic Voice And Using It To Create The Life You Desire
In this solo episode, Jessica delves into the subject of voice, sharing her personal story healing her voice and using it to live out her purpose. She examines common patterns that begin in childhood that can inhibit your ability to fully express, and she offers insights from her own experience on how to unwind these patterns and find your authentic voice.
In this episode, you will learn:
How to heal patterns that have kept you from speaking your truth
The connection between voice and self-worth
How the tone of your voice creates an energetic signature
The power of the words we speak and how we speak them in creating our reality
Practical exercises to help you speak more consciously and authentically
Jessica shares how your voice is the bridge between who you are on the inside and how you show up in the world, encouraging listeners to nurture their voice and use it as an instrument to influence their overall well-being and success.
Did you love something about this episode? Share it on Instagram by taking a screenshot and posting it to your stories. Be sure to tag me @_howimetmyself, so I can say hello and thank you!
You can also support the podcast by rating and reviewing it on Apple or Spotify. Thank you!
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Connect with Jessica:
Instagram: @_howimetmyself
Website: https://howimetmyself.me
Email: howimetmyselfpod@gmail.com -
37. The Yoga Of Parenting: Applying Ancient Teachings To Modern-Day Parenthood | w/ Sarah Ezrin, Author Of The Yoga Of Parenting
Writer, yoga educator and mother of two, Sarah Ezrin, joins Jessica on the podcast this week to discuss her book, The Yoga Of Parenting. In her book, which was released in 2023, she applies the teachings of yoga to parenting and offers practical advice for how we can stay grounded, connect with our kids and practice self-compassion throughout parenthood.
During their conversation, they discuss how Sarah came to write this book and many of the tools she employs as a mom of two toddlers to help her stay present, nourish her nervous system and care for herself so she can show up for her kids in the way she wants.
They get real about the struggles of modern-day motherhood. In spite of the inadequacy of our systems, Sarah offers suggestions for how we can replicate aspects of “the village” to better support ourselves in the raising of our children.
In this episode, you will learn:
Why we must prioritize ourselves in order to be better parents
Ways to nourish our nervous systems and why this matters in parenthood
How to become more present when spending time with your children
Why parenting is an opportunity for personal growth
How becoming a parent expands us - both materially and spiritually
The importance of developing an identity outside of your role as a parent
Did you find this conversation with Sarah inspiring? If so, take a screenshot of the episode and share it on Instagram, tagging @_howimetmyself. And don’t forget to “Follow” the show on Apple or Spotify, so you never miss an episode! Thank you!
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Connect with Sarah Ezrin (Guest)
Website: https://sarahezrinyoga.com/
Instagram: @sarahezrinyoga
TikTok: @sarahezrin
YouTube: @sarahezrinyoga
Book: The Yoga Of Parenting by Sarah Ezrin
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Connect with Jessica Patterson (Host):
Instagram: @_howimetmyself
Website: https://howimetmyself.me
Email: howimetmyselfpod@gmail.com
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Resources:
Jon Kabat-Zinn books
Buddhism for Mothers of Young Children by Sarah Napthali
Hunter Clarke-Fields - Mindful Mama Movement
Fair Play by Eve Rodsky
Mother Brain: How Neuroscience Is Rewriting The Story of Parenthood by Chelsea Conaboy
Hunt, Gather, Parent: What Ancient Cultures Can Teach Us About the Lost Art of Raising Happy, Helpful Little Humans by Michaeleen Doucleff
Dr. Dan Siegel books -
36. The Initiation Into Motherhood: There’s No Going Back. Only Progress And Evolution
In this episode, Jessica explores the concept of initiation - a major transformation that occurs when we experience radical change. She focuses specifically on the initiation into motherhood, discussing the changes that occur in pregnancy and how these help women integrate important lessons that will serve them in motherhood.
Although our culture tends to demonize the physical changes that come with pregnancy and puts pressure on women to prove that they haven’t changed, Jessica explains that there really is no “going back” nor is that desirable because of the immense growth that occurs in motherhood.
What you’ll learn in the episode:
The basics of an initiation and what happens in the psyche during an initiatory process
Why the physical and non-physical changes experienced during pregnancy are opportunities for personal growth
How motherhood softens us to the feminine and helps us strengthen qualities like creativity, acceptance, and intuition
Through personal anecdotes and insightful reflections, Jessica illuminates the transformative power embedded within the journey of motherhood, inviting listeners to embrace it as a pathway to personal growth and empowerment.
Did you love something about this episode? Share it on Instagram by taking a screenshot and posting it to your stories. Be sure to tag me @_howimetmyself, so I can say hello and thank you!
You can also support the podcast by rating and reviewing it on Apple or Spotify. Thank you!
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Connect with Jessica:
Instagram: @_howimetmyself
Website: https://howimetmyself.me
Email: howimetmyselfpod@gmail.com -
35. The 5 Steps To Ensure You Get The Self-Care You Need And Deserve
In this empowering episode, we delve into how to make self-care a top priority in your life and how to get the most out of your self-care practice. The host introduces five prerequisites that are essential to prioritizing self-care and three categories of self-care - nourishment, rest and use of energy - to help listeners identify the practices that fill their cups the most. This episode offers a fresh take on self-care and serves as a comprehensive guide to nurturing your well-being.
What You'll Learn:
Why self-love should be the driving force behind self-care
How to set boundaries to make space for self-care
The importance of trusting others, so that you can take time for self-care
How to advocate for your needs and ask for help
How to use self-care as a way to safeguard and increase your energy
The power of saying no and why this is one of the greatest acts of self-care
Why depriving ourselves of nourishment and rest is an act of self-loathing
Tune in for an insightful journey towards mastering the art of self-care and cultivating more self-love. Remember, your self-care journey is unique, and this episode serves as your personalized guide to making it a priority in your life.
What are your favorite self-care practices? How has this episode changed the way you think about self-care? I would love to hear what inspired you. Share it with me on Instagram by taking a screenshot and posting it to your stories. Be sure to tag me @_howimetmyself, so I can say hello and thank you!
You can also support the podcast by rating and reviewing it on Apple or Spotify. Thank you!
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Connect with Jessica:
Instagram: @_howimetmyself
Website: https://howimetmyself.me
Email: howimetmyselfpod@gmail.com -
34. The Value Of Motherhood And Why So Many Women Find Their True Calling In Their 40s And 50s | w/ Eve Gaines, Founder Of Rituel
Ceremonialist, anthropologist, mother of two and founder of Rituel, Eve Gaines, joins Jessica on the podcast this week to talk about motherhood and the lost art of ritual. During this profound conversation, Jessica and Eve discuss why we need to place more value on motherhood and how, contrary to what patriarchal society tells us, motherhood actually serves women in achieving their dreams and stepping into leadership roles outside of the home.
Eve and Jessica share some of the preconceived notions that they had going into motherhood and how their experiences proved to be the complete opposite of what they expected.
In this episode, you will learn about:
The wisdom years when our disparate life experiences begin to synthesize
Why so many women find their true calling in their 40s and 50s
The skills, perspective and wisdom we gain in motherhood
How motherhood helps us meet our own mothers with greater understanding and compassion
Why having a career portfolio vs. a career path allows for more creativity, depth and personal expansion
How to honor and prepare for the transition from maiden to mother and how to think about it differently if it’s your first born vs. adding another child to your family
The importance of building your soul team to support you in motherhood
How to incorporate ritual order to live with greater presence and intention
Did you find this conversation with Eve inspiring? If so, take a screenshot of the episode and share it on Instagram, tagging @_howimetmyself. And don’t forget to “Follow” the show on Apple or Spotify, so you never miss an episode! Thank you
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Connect with Eve Gaines (Guest)
Website: https://rituellife.com/
Instagram: @rituellife
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Connect with Jessica Patterson (Host):
Instagram: @_howimetmyself
Website: https://howimetmyself.me
Email: howimetmyselfpod@gmail.com -
33. Beginner’s Guide To Spirituality: My Favorite Resources To Get You Started
The spirituality space is so vast and can be intimidating if you aren’t sure where to begin. Jessica talks about her own journey getting started and shares her favorite resources from books to podcast episodes and techniques to help integrate spirituality into your life.
In this episode, listeners will learn:
Where to start if you’re just beginning on your journey to spirituality
Jessica’s top book and podcast recommendations
How to establish a morning ritual
Ways to cultivate your intuition through meditation and journaling
This episode will help you establish a foundation in spirituality, so that you can begin exploring what it is that you are really passionate about.
Where are you going to start exploring spirituality? I would love to hear what inspired you whether it was a book or podcast I recommended or one of my tips to start integrating spirituality into your life. Share it with me on Instagram by taking a screenshot and posting it to your stories. Be sure to tag me @_howimetmyself, so I can say hello and thank you!
You can also support the podcast by rating and reviewing it on Apple or Spotify. Thank you!
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Connect with Jessica:
Instagram: @_howimetmyself
Website: https://howimetmyself.me
Email: howimetmyselfpod@gmail.com
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Resources:
Manifestation:
Creative Visualization book by Shakti Gawain
Think And Grow Rich book by Napoleon Hill
Infinite Possibilities book by Mike Dooley
The Secret book by Rhonda Byrne
Astrology:
Pam Gregory Astrology YouTube Channel
Intuitive Astrology With Molly McCord podcast
Tarot:
Episode 22: Demystifying The Tarot | w/ Jessica Kruskamp, founder of TarotMalibu
Seventy-Eight Degrees of Wisdom: A Tarot Journey To Self-Awareness book by Rachel Pollack
Human Design:
My.humandesign account on Instagram
Episode 12: Human Design Decoded | w/ Jenni Johnson
Enneagram:
The Buddhist Enneagram book by Susan Piver
Ten Percent Happier with Dan Harris podcast episode, “Why is Everyone Talking About the Enneagram? And What the Hell Is It? | Susan Piver”
Cultivating Your Intuition
Episode 2: How To Tune Into Your Intuition So You Can Move Toward Your Purpose
Episode 6: How Journaling Can Help You Become The Most Authentic Version Of Yourself | w/ Shana Rehwald, founder of the Me-Est Me Journal
Spirituality Podcasts:
Almost 30 podcast
The Balanced Blonde // Soul On Fire podcast
Customer Reviews
So relatable and enlightening
I am loving following along each week as Jessica tackles the challenge of finding your purpose/connecting with your authentic self from new and different angles. Whether discussing practical wellness tips like how to eat for better gut health, mindfulness hacks or more exotic meditation practices, Jessica breaks each topic down and makes the conversation engaging and fun. Her candor and relatability actually demystify what could otherwise be an intimating process. So far, I’ve been inspired to try the 5 minute nightly journaling and have also tried a few different kinds of meditation classes. When I came across this podcast, I was already looking to find my next chapter but feeling overwhelmed about taking the first steps. Hearing Jessica share her story and interview others about their paths to living in alignment has been uplifting and the practical insights have helpful.
Thought provoking
The podcast is great because it really resonated with me and forced me to think about my journey (both past and what’s next) in a totally different way. Highly recommend!
Healing and Purpose
I love hearing about Jessica’s journey and learning about different healing modalities like meditation, reiki and yoga nidra that I can use in my own life.