The Sacred Purpose Podcast

Lisa Malia Norman
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Each week midwife, breast cancer survivor and mama, turned embodiment coach, nonprofit founder and CEO, Lisa Malia, will bring you transformative stories, practices and rituals to support you in connecting to your sacred purpose, following your intuition and creating a space to live with deeper clarity and unapologetic joy. We dive all the way into the topics of self love, self trust, feminine wisdom, your soul's calling and connection to self to fully embody the vision you have for your life. We're living in a unique time in history that's calling for us to redefine leadership and the way we live. It's time to unleash your true self, begin showing up authentically, and harness your innate wisdom, passion and gifts to step into the fullness of the person you were designed to be. Our world needs you and your vision to create and embody a new way forward. Join Lisa in The Feminine Leadership Lounge: https://www.facebook.com/groups/theconnectedcircle Apply for The Femnine Leadership Mastermind: https://forms.gle/im7skw5HKEb9Ea558 Website: www.lisamalia.co Follow her on Instagram @lovelisamalia https://www.instagram.com/lovelisamalia/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisamalianorman/

  1. Apr 20

    55. Pleasure & Justice: Keys to Matriarchal Energy In Leadership & Feminine Wisdom

    Join us for an enlightening conversation with Alexandra Raquel as we explore the transformative power of feminine wisdom, the rise of the matriarchy, and practices for reconnecting with our intuition and ancestral roots. Discover how cycles, pleasure, and community can support us in building a more just and sustainable future.   KEY TOPICS Matriarchal relationship with self and earth Cycles and cyclical living for empowerment The role of pleasure in feminine power Ancestral healing and connection to land Building community and sacred ceremonies     THEMES "The epic moment of pleasure is the moment of creation." "Taking pleasure back is a radical act." "The tools of patriarchy are to rush and hustle."   FOLLOW LISA Join The Feminine Leadership Loung Community and access breathwork portal: Join for free here  On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisamalia.evoke/ On LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisamalianorman/   Get your free guide to living in rhythm with yourself: The Cycle Alexandra Raquel Hughes is a Feminist Culture Weaver, ceremonial guide, and founder of Conectada — a project dedicated to restoring Earth‑rooted feminine leadership through sacred ceremony, ancestral healing, and embodied spiritual practice. Drawing from Quechua and settler ancestries, as well as two decades of guiding women through life's transitions, Alexandra creates held spaces where women reconnect with intuition, ancestral wisdom, and the cyclical rhythms of the Earth. As a trained Priestess and ceremonialist, she supports soulful transformation through offerings including the 13 Moons cyclical living community, private ancestral Soul Journeys, and bespoke sacred feminine ceremonies. Alexandra is mother to 2 beautiful teens and one young adult. She lives and works in Tkaronto (Toronto), on the ancestral territory of the Haudenosaunee, Anishinaabe, Chippewa, Mississaugas of the Credit, and Wendat peoples. FOLLOW ALEXANDRA Website - https://conectada.ca/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/alex_conectada/   CHAPTERS 00:00 Introduction and Context Setting 03:19 Exploring Feminism and Matriarchy 14:32 Cyclical Living and Feminine Energy 20:03 Astrological Insights and Full Moon Energy 24:18 Astrological Insights and the Wounded Healer 26:34 The Birth of the Matriarchy 29:06 Community and Embodiment in Healing 31:30 Pleasure as a Radical Act 33:48 The Interconnection of Pleasure and Feminine Power 36:29 Rage, Pleasure, and the Matriarchy 43:28 Ancestral Wisdom and Collective Healing   #femininewisdom #matriarchy #livingcycles #pleasure #ancestralhealing #sacredceremony #feminineleadership #community #spirituality #empowerment #femininepleasure #lunarcycles

    47 min

  2. Apr 10

    54. Intuitionship & The Motherhood Advantage With Dr. Laura Marie Rivera: The Midlife CEO Series

    Explore the powerful intersection of motherhood and leadership in this insightful interview with Laura Marie Rivera, revealing how caregiving skills translate into valuable leadership traits in the workplace. She shares her groundbreaking research, personal stories, and practical insights on redefining the narrative around motherhood and professional success.   Key  topics: Motherhood as a leadership training ground Quantifying the skills mothers bring to the workplace The societal narrative around motherhood and leadership Building community and support for mothers The evolution of women through motherhood and career   Dr. Laura Marie Rivera is a Mother, author, and researcher who explores the powerful intersection of Motherhood and leadership, developed through her decades of experience across education, advocacy, and the arts. Her doctoral research included nearly 1,000 Mothers and challenged traditional leadership models by recognizing caregiving as a powerful training ground for leadership, a perspective she advances through her work as a co-author of Beyond the Pipeline, founder of Intuitionship, and host of the podcast Motherhood Advantage.   Follow Laura: https://intuitionship.com/ https://www.motherhoodadvantage.com/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/laura-marie-rivera-intuitionship/ https://www.instagram.com/dr_lauramarie/ https://www.instagram.com/mothers_intuitionship https://www.instagram.com/motherhoodadvantage   Follow Lisa: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisamalianorman/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisamalia.evoke/ Join The Feminine Leadership Lounge: https://circle.lisamalia.co/join   Chapters: 00:00 Introduction and Technical Difficulties 00:06 Setting Intentions for the Conversation 01:36 Introducing Laura Marie Rivera 04:08 The Motherhood Advantage: Research Insights 06:55 Transforming the Narrative Around Motherhood 09:44 The Skills Mothers Bring to the Workplace 12:01 Matricence: The Evolution of Motherhood 14:40 Building Community and Nonprofit Initiatives 17:17 The Journey of Transitioning Careers 20:26 Conclusion and Future Aspirations 23:56 The Evolution of Research and Podcasting 26:19 Building Community Through Shared Stories 28:17 Navigating the Chaos of Motherhood 35:31 Embracing Identity and Transformation 41:23 The Power of Intuition in Motherhood   #womensresearch #womeninleadership #leadership #motherhoodadvantage #motherhoodpenalty #intuition #purpose #motherhood

    50 min

  3. Mar 25

    53. Body Partnership Method: Traversing Science & Intuition With Lindsay Keach Bronstein: The Midlife CEO

    Today, Lindsay Keach Bronstein shares the journey to building a compassionate relationship with our bodies. We explore how tuning into bodily signals, practicing self-care, and shifting societal narratives can foster wellness and resilience, especially during life's transitions, illness and menopause for designing a life we can live inside of.   Key Topics: Building a compassionate relationship with the body Listening to bodily signals and intuition Shifting societal narratives around women's health   FOLLOW LINDSAY:  Join her on Substack: https://bodypartnership.substack.com/ Lindsays Website: https://feedhealth.com/     Follow Lisa: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisamalianorman/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisamalia.evoke/ Join The Feminine Leadership Lounge: https://circle.lisamalia.co/join   Lindsay Keach Bronstein (MS, RDN, LDN, HC) is an integrative dietitian and health coach who has spent nearly two decades helping people transform their relationship with their bodies from projects to fix into caring, collaborative partnerships. After her own diagnosis with Crohn's disease in her early twenties, Lindsay learned firsthand that healing isn't just about treating symptoms. It requires a completely different relationship with your body: one built on care and curiosity rather than control. That journey became the foundation of the Body Partnership Method.  Lindsay's work lives at the intersection of science and soul. She brings deep clinical expertise, shaped by years of clinical work and teaching at one of the country's leading integrative medicine centers, alongside a profound respect for the body wisdom and intuition that no textbook can fully capture. She helps people weave both together: using evidence and their own body's signals to discover what is actually true for them, in this body, in this season of life.   She works with people navigating digestive challenges, migraines, hormonal shifts, and complex chronic conditions, always through the lens of curiosity, collaboration, and compassion rather than control. Lindsay has a virtual practice based in Massachusetts and publishes The Body Partnership on Substack.   CHAPTERS:  00:00 Introduction to Body Partnership and Healing 02:06 Lindsay's Journey: From Designer to Health Coach 07:37 The Body as the Last Frontier for Women 13:11 Integrating Science and Intuition in Wellness 18:51 Understanding Supplement Efficacy 21:51 The Journey of Self-Acceptance and Change 25:33 The Importance of Self-Care in Today's World 29:01 Building a Relationship with Your Body 31:18 Practical Steps for Body Partnership

    38 min

  4. Mar 6

    52. How Epstein Files Are Revealing Why We Need New Rituals For Revolutionary Times: Part 2 Rage, Rise & Reign for The Midlife CEO

    Explores the importance of strengthening our resolve to speak the truth and trust our leadership and why deepening rituals and community for feminine leadership, especially in challenging times is critical to our survival. Our voices have been supressed and as more harm is brought to light by way of the Epstein Files and the destructive commands from the administration in the White House we have an opportunity and a responsibility to hold a line for justice and a new way forward. I shares personal practices, collective prayers, and insights on how women can trust their intuition and embody their unique roles to foster healing and transformation.   "We already know how to do this; we are wise." "The feminine is rising in us all." "Women give so much, and why it's still not enough."   Join The Midlife CEO - 8 Week Live Commnity Series: https://circle.lisamalia.co/join The podcast episode I mention in this episode with my friend and host of The Mind Performance Podcast, Lindsay Paoli, MFT: https://www.podbean.com/ep/pb-badjn-1a5ed8a   Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to Week Two of Feminine Leadership Journey 00:39 The Importance of Rituals and Community in Turbulent Times 01:49 Listening to the Feminine Voice and Speaking Our Truths 03:05 The Feminine Leadership Archetypes and Their Unique Roles 04:44 Revolutionary Times and the Power of Collective Action 06:53 Deconstructing Patriarchy and Embracing Liberation 08:38 The Role of Rituals in Connecting with Inner Wisdom 10:05 The Archetypes of Feminine Leadership: Midwife, Courage, Creator 12:07 The Power of Collective Threads and Women Weaving Change 13:38 The Wayshower and the Disruption of the Status Quo 15:07 The Sacred Love and Visionary Archetypes in Action 16:43 Practical Rituals: Breathwork, Altars, and Personal Practices 18:19 Building Community and Trust Among Women 19:56 The Power of Personal and Collective Prayers 22:00 Honoring Birthdays with Personal Rituals and Intentions 23:28 A Collective Prayer for Love, Healing, and Embodiment 24:53 Navigating Collective Rage and Embracing Transformation 26:50 Deepening Rituals and Trust in Inner Guidance 28:27 Earth-Based Prayers and Connecting with Nature 30:14 Practical Tips for Incorporating Rituals into Daily Life 31:35 The Role of Women in Collective Healing and Leadership 32:59 Trusting Yourself and Your Inner Wisdom 34:23 Reflections and Closing Thoughts on Feminine Power     #feminineleadership #rituals #epsteinfiles #femininerage #wombwisdom #feminineenergy #womenscircle #womensleadership #leadershipcoach #masculineenergy

    48 min

  5. Mar 1

    51. Rage, Rise & Reign: The Codes Necessary For You To Show Up This Year

    Unlock your innate power as a feminine leader amid global chaos. Lisa Malia shares raw, transformative insights on harnessing collective activations, rising into your highest potential, and leading with purpose—even when the world feels fractured. This episode is your invitation to drop the overwhelm, reclaim your truth, and activate the codes that will shape the future you are here to create.In a time when patriarchal toxicity is exposed on a scale never seen before, Lisa reveals how personal and collective shadow work intertwine—showing you how to alchemize grief, rage, and desire into potent fuel for change. She dives into the importance of owning your energy, trusting your inner voice, and connecting deeply with your lineage and future self to catalyze real transformation.You'll discover: The energetic 'codes' necessary for showing up fully in 2026 and beyond How collective chaos reflects our inner truths and suppressed voices Simple yet powerful rituals to anchor and expand your energy field during turbulent times The importance of community and collaborative leadership in an awakening world Practical tools like breathwork journeys for healing your heart and womb spaces This isn't just theory—it's a call to action for women ready to lead from their authentic power, reject self-abandonment, and embody the change they wish to see. Perfect for midlife women, spiritual explorers, and conscious leaders, this episode will activate your purpose at a time when it's most needed.Join Lisa inside her Feminine Leadership Lounge, where accessible, high-vibe activations meet urgent collective needs. Feel the rising power within you, and learn how to channel that energy into creating a new, aligned future. Your awakening starts now—are you ready to rise?   Join The Midlife CEO - 8 Week Live Commnity Series: https://circle.lisamalia.co/join     CHAPTERS 00:00 - Series Introduction: Navigating societal chaos with feminine leadership 02:15 - Understanding the impact and exposure of societal truths 04:00 - Energetics and Authenticity: Importance of dropping performance for authentic access 06:00 - Weekly Live Schedule: Overview and community engagement models 08:00 - Activation Cycles: Significance of global and personal activation cycles in midlife 09:45 - Collective Truths: Exploring trauma, silence, and societal exposure 11:30 -  Moving from individual to collective healing—embodying your truth 13:00 - Breathwork Resources: Heart and womb journeys for activation and healing 14:45 - Supporting Energetics: Workbook and community tools for internal energetics 16:00 - Listening to your inner codes and trusting your energetic messages 17:15 - Rage and Wild Woman Energy: Embracing responsibly and safely 18:48 - Self-Trust in breaking cycles 22:29 - Visualizing your future self and the legacy you are creating 23:45 - Reflecting on life lessons from elders and living without regret 24:50 - Global chaos as an activation 27:00 - Building community as a powerful act of collective rising 29:00 - Recognizing our readiness and capacity for change 30:45 - Codes to show up authentic and aligned this year 32:00 - Upcoming Themes: Rituals, co-creation, clarity, and desire alchemy 34:00 - Turning anger and grief into compassionate action 37:00 - Creating altars, spaces of pleasure, and intuitive listening practices 38:00 - Community Call to Action: Stay connected, rewatch, and prepare for future sessions   Follow Lisa: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisamalia.evoke/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisamalianorman/ Website: https://www.lisamalia.co/ Nonprofit: https://www.breastdensitysummit.org/     #feminineleadeship #leadershipcoach #womeninleadership #energywork #feminineenergy

    43 min

  6. Jan 27

    50. The Midlife CEO, The Year Of The Fire Horse For Feminine Leaders: Lock In Loves!

    These are pivitol times. The need for feminine leadership has never been louder. Your midlife power is the key to matriarchal leadership. I we want to see meaningingful change in the world we must co-create it. This is our moment, the time is now. Lock in.  Takeaways Feminine leadership is crucial to co-create in today's world. The Year of the Fire Horse symbolizes empowerment and community. Rituals are essential for personal and collective growth. Body optimization is critical for women in midlife. Emotional reactions can provide sacred information. Community support is vital for thriving in leadership. Reclaiming rites of passage is necessary this year. Collective action leads to meaningful change. The time for women to rise up is now. Joining a supportive community enhances professional growth. Join The Midlife CEO - 8 Week Live Commnity Series: https://circle.lisamalia.co/checkout/the-midlife-ceo-initiation?event_id=28896205 Save $50 today with the Early Bird Discount code INITIATION. A Rite Of Passage For Women Of High Intent Who Desire Life Giving Solutions: Bring the sacred wisdom of the feminine into your leadership. Eight week live journey guided by Lisa Malia.  Includes year long membership to The Realm Network (value $1700) Includes year long membership to The Breathwork Portal (value $100) Includes instant access to bonus Quarterly Mapping Workshop ($297) Includes access to upcoming live workshops inside The Realm. Includes access to live breathwork sessions inside The Breathwork Portal. Register today for bonus access to womb clearing activation session with Lisa. REGISTER HERE   Chapters 00:00 Introduction to The Midlife CEO 01:49 The Year of the Fire Horse 04:10 Community and Collective Leadership 06:40 Rituals and Practices for Empowerment 09:04 Body Optimization and Feminine Health 11:22 Emotional Reactions and Sacred Rage 12:56 The Importance of Community 15:16 Reclaiming Rites of Passage 16:49 The Power of Collective Action 19:27 Program Overview and Call to Action   #femaleceo #womeninmidlife #womeninleadership #feminineenergy #matriarchy #ritesofpassage #dailyrituals #networkingforwomen #womenscircles #retreatsforwomen #firehorse

    23 min

  7. 11/18/2025

    49. [CVOH] HRT, Menopause and Leadership: Women's Health Equity & Harnessing Community, With Liz Powell, Esq. MPH

    Whether you're looking for hope, practical advocacy tips, or updates on current legislation, you'll find inspiration in how collective action—powered by real stories—can fuel progress. Stay tuned for an uplifting, honest, and actionable conversation that's helping shape the future of women's health. This episode with Liz Powell, hosted by Lisa Malia covers timely topics like the FDA's recent announcement about hormone therapy, the vital work of the Breast Cancer Early Detection Coalition, and accessible ways anyone can join the movement for better health outcomes. TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Women's Health Advocacy Network 05:28 Holistic Women's Health Advocacy 08:21 "Empowerment Through Advocacy Stories" 09:49 Hormone Therapy Misunderstood in WHI 15:43 Staying Hopeful Amid Overwhelm 17:09 "Easy Steps to Advocacy" 19:56 "Change Starts Within Us" 23:26 "2024: Women's Health Revolution" 28:49 Supplemental Breast Cancer Screening 30:30 "Fighting for Double Mastectomy" 36:19 Advocacy Secures Funding Success 39:52 "Open, Agile, Impactful Leadership" 41:26 "Grateful to Be Involved"   LEARN MORE:  The Clear Pathways Program: https://www.breastdensitysummit.org/ The Breast Density Summit: https://www.breastdensitysummit.org/webinar-registration MAKE A DONATION: https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=NJMF86A8Y9RJQ Follow LISA MALIA LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisamalianorman/   WOMEN'S HEALTH ADVOCATES: https://womenshealthadvocates.org/ BREAST CANCER EARLY DETECTION COALITION: https://womenshealthadvocates.org/bcedc/ G2G CONSULTING: https://www.g2gconsulting.com Follow LIZ POWELL LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/liz-powell-507b135/   Liz is Founder of G2G Consulting, which creates and implements government to growth (G2G) strategies for clients—securing $550 million since 2007. We advance health and high-tech innovation for businesses and nonprofits by accessing non-dilutive funding, shaping policies and regulations, and building relationships with key decision-makers. Liz founded the Women's Health Advocates, which is in all 50 states and has organized the first-ever Women's Health Capitol Hill Day on May 21, 2025, the Breast Cancer Early Detection Coalition Hill Day on July 16, 2025, Congressional Briefings and online forums, advocacy letter-writing campaigns, the drafting of legislative language, and grassroots mobilization events across the country. Previously, she served as Legislative Director in Congress where she staffed the Congressional Caucus for Women's Issues, Armed Services Committee and Small Business Committee and served as a Policy Analyst for UK Parliament's Health Committee as well as congressional and presidential political campaign staff. She has received the Woman Entrepreneur of the Year Award and Women of Achievement Award and earned her MPH from Harvard, JD from George Washington, and BA from Colgate.

    44 min

  8. 09/23/2025

    47. [Clear Voices Of Hope] How Your Pain Becomes Your Purpose & Changes The Way You Lead With Jamie Vaughn of Test Those Breasts

    In this inspiring episode of Clear Voices of Hope, I sat down with fellow advocate and nonprofit founder Jamie Vaughn to talk about her powerful journey through breast cancer. Jamie opens up about life before and after her diagnosis, how she found strength in the darkest moments, and why advocating for your own health is so important. We dove into building supportive communities, embracing life's turning points, and the importance of sharing resources and real stories. If you're facing a challenge or want to empower others, this conversation is a must-listen for hope, resilience, and honest advice.   TIMESTAMPS: 00:00 Welcoming Advocate Jamie Vaughan 04:50 Pre-Retirement Mammogram Reminder Story 09:01 Coping with Life-Altering Changes 12:31 Navigating Cancer Diagnosis Support 16:20 Cancer Concerns and Optavia Diet 17:09 "Debate Over Cancer Treatments" 23:29 "Facing Chemo with Strength" 25:42 "Choosing the Right Surgery" 29:40 "Finding Purpose in Retirement" 31:42 "Story Amplifier and Advocate" 35:22 Therapist's Lifelong Support 39:52 Oncologist Visit: A Candid Encounter 43:27 "Sharing Genetic Testing Insights" 46:58 "Questions for Breast Surgery Consultations" 47:53 Advocating Access to Women's Healthcare 51:28 Grateful for Advocacy Insights   LEARN MORE: The Clear Pathways Program: https://www.breastdensitysummit.org/ Make a Donation: https://www.paypal.com/donate?hosted_button_id=NJMF86A8Y9RJQ   FOLLOW LISA: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisamalianorman/ https://www.instagram.com/lisamalia.evoke/   Jamie Vaughn is a retired teacher turned passionate patient advocate, breast cancer survivor, and the driving force behind the nonprofit and podcast Test Those Breasts!™. After receiving her diagnosis, Jamie turned her journey of survival into a source of strength and healing for others. On her award‑worthy podcast, she hosts candid conversations with survivors, caregivers, oncologists, therapists, and advocates, covering topics from early detection and treatment to emotional resilience and self‑advocacy. With nearly 100 episodes since launching in 2023, Jamie's mission is clear: to shorten the learning curve for those navigating breast cancer. She does this by openly sharing her story with all its raw emotion and hard-won wisdom, and by creating a space where knowledge becomes power and community offers support. Whether you're newly diagnosed, helping someone you care for, or just seeking clarity and compassion, Jamie's warmth, positivity, and unwavering advocacy make her an inspiring and essential voice in the conversation around breast cancer.   FOLLOW JAMIE: https://testthosebreasts.org/  https://www.instagram.com/test_those_breasts/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/jamieallenvaughn/    #breasthealth #womenshealth #nonprofitleadership #breastdensity #breastcancer #lifepupose #purposeafterpain #survivorship #breastscreening #densebreasttissue #mammogram #womeninbusiness #womeninleadership

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Each week midwife, breast cancer survivor and mama, turned embodiment coach, nonprofit founder and CEO, Lisa Malia, will bring you transformative stories, practices and rituals to support you in connecting to your sacred purpose, following your intuition and creating a space to live with deeper clarity and unapologetic joy. We dive all the way into the topics of self love, self trust, feminine wisdom, your soul's calling and connection to self to fully embody the vision you have for your life. We're living in a unique time in history that's calling for us to redefine leadership and the way we live. It's time to unleash your true self, begin showing up authentically, and harness your innate wisdom, passion and gifts to step into the fullness of the person you were designed to be. Our world needs you and your vision to create and embody a new way forward. Join Lisa in The Feminine Leadership Lounge: https://www.facebook.com/groups/theconnectedcircle Apply for The Femnine Leadership Mastermind: https://forms.gle/im7skw5HKEb9Ea558 Website: www.lisamalia.co Follow her on Instagram @lovelisamalia https://www.instagram.com/lovelisamalia/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisamalianorman/

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  • Creator
    Lisa Malia Norman
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2026
  • Episodes
    56
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 868329
  • Show Website
    The Sacred Purpose Podcast