Bold Beginnings With Sheida

SHEIDA KERMANI

"Bold Beginnings with Sheida” speaks to individuals ready to step into their power and embrace meaningful change. Our listeners are courageous, intuitive, purpose-driven dream chasers who feel called to break away from the crowd and follow their own path. They are seeking growth, healing, and inspiration, whether they are leaving the corporate world, rebuilding their lives, or pursuing personal transformation. Guests will have the chance to connect with a diverse, engaged audience who resonate with stories of resilience, creativity, faith, and personal evolution.

  1. 17h ago

    Why Would I Eat When I’m Not Hungry? | Shirley Billigmeier- PART 2

    For over five decades, Shirley Billigmeier has dedicated her work to helping people create a healthier, more conscious relationship with food and their bodies.A coach, teacher, author, speaker, and body image specialist, Shirley is the founder of Innergetics, a holistic approach developed to help people move away from deprivation, guilt, and rigid rules around eating, and instead reconnect with their body’s natural signals of hunger, fullness, and satisfaction.Her philosophy is rooted in choice, respect, and trusting the wisdom of the body. Rather than telling people what or when to eat, Shirley encourages them to listen inwardly and rediscover the freedom and joy that can come from eating consciously. #relationshipwithfood #consciouseating #bodywisdom #mindfuleating #bodyimage #foodfreedom #wellness KEY TAKEAWAYS: -The concept of eating out of order and how it affects self-control -How non-value-based beliefs disrupt natural hunger cues -Tools to reconnect with the body's original eating boundaries -The role of serotonin produced in the gut in creating calm -Using the hunger scale to identify true physiological hunger -The importance of putting life on the shelf to find calm -The four other pleasure senses: touch, sound, smell, sight -How to change neural pathways related to eating behaviors -The significance of hand-to-paper journaling for self-awareness -Strategies to handle stress without turning to food MORE ON SHIRLEY BILLIGMEIER: WEBSITE: https://www.innergetics.com/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/innergeticsmethod/ WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/bmayEVB74Qk

    Why Would I Eat When I’m Not Hungry? | Shirley Billigmeier- PART 2
  2. Sep 20

    Your Relationship With Food: Shirley Billigmeier- PART 1

    For over five decades, Shirley Billigmeier has dedicated her work to helping people create a healthier, more conscious relationship with food and their bodies.A coach, teacher, author, speaker, and body image specialist, Shirley is the founder of Innergetics, a holistic approach developed to help people move away from deprivation, guilt, and rigid rules around eating, and instead reconnect with their body’s natural signals of hunger, fullness, and satisfaction.Her philosophy is rooted in choice, respect, and trusting the wisdom of the body. Rather than telling people what or when to eat, Shirley encourages them to listen inwardly and rediscover the freedom and joy that can come from eating consciously. #relationshipwithfood #consciouseating #bodywisdom #mindfuleating #bodyimage #foodfreedom #wellness KEY TAKEAWAYS: -The connection between food and mother wound -Infant boundaries and their impact on adult eating habits -Cultural influences on food boundaries and choices -The importance of honoring hunger and fullness signals -The role of language and words in shaping food behavior -The impact of early feeding experiences on emotional health -The science of gut-brain communication in eating -Strategies for reclaiming control over food and eating MORE ON SHIRLEY BILLIGMEIER: WEBSITE: https://www.innergetics.com/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/innergeticsmethod/ WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/ixSch7vFp_s

    Your Relationship With Food: Shirley Billigmeier- PART 1
  3. Aug 23

    Your Unique Voice: Beyond Range & Technique | Tharanga Goonetilleke-PART 3

    Tharanga Goonetilleke is a Sri Lankan soprano, opera singer, educator, and international performer. She holds an Artist Diploma and Master of Music in Voice and Opera from Juilliard and was the first woman from Sri Lanka accepted to the school.Her extensive career includes opera and concert performances with major organizations and artists around the world, including New York City Opera, and repertoire ranging from Puccini and Mozart to contemporary works and world premieres.She has received numerous honors, including Metropolitan Opera National Council audition awards, the Palmetto Opera competition, the Yamaha Trophy, and the Makiko Narumi Memorial Prize at Juilliard.Beyond her performance career, Tharanga is also an advocate for arts, education, and cultural exchange. She was named a TED Fellow in 2015 and has appeared as a speaker and performer at TED and TEDx events internationally.Her journey brings together opera, education, cultural heritage, and a deep commitment to artistic expression, both on and beyond the traditional stage. #opera #classicalmusic #soprano #operasingers #singing #vocaltraining #performingarts #music #personalgrowth #Juilliard #musictheory KEY TAKEAWAYS: -Vocal range and its misconceptions -Importance of music theory for singers -Unique characteristics of synesthesia and its impact on art -How to choose suitable repertoire based on voice type -The role of confidence and technical mastery in performance -The possibility of vocal growth and evolution -The significance of authentic expression over perfection MORE ON THARANGA GOONETILLEKE: WEBSITE: https://www.tharangagoonetilleke.com/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/tharanga20g/ YOUTUBE CHANNEL: https://www.youtube.com/@UCAUq9L60HZLor6ExPlWWwPQ FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/tharanga.goonetilleke WATCH ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/VZEZdqQRxWY

    Your Unique Voice: Beyond Range & Technique | Tharanga Goonetilleke-PART 3
  4. Aug 16

    A Journey of Fate & Perseverance: From Sri Lanka To Juilliard| Tharanga Goonetilleke- PART 2

    Tharanga Goonetilleke is a Sri Lankan soprano, opera singer, educator, and international performer. She holds an Artist Diploma and Master of Music in Voice and Opera from Juilliard and was the first woman from Sri Lanka accepted to the school. Her extensive career includes opera and concert performances with major organizations and artists around the world, including New York City Opera, and repertoire ranging from Puccini and Mozart to contemporary works and world premieres. She has received numerous honors, including Metropolitan Opera National Council audition awards, the Palmetto Opera competition, the Yamaha Trophy, and the Makiko Narumi Memorial Prize at Juilliard. Beyond her performance career, Tharanga is also an advocate for arts, education, and cultural exchange. She was named a TED Fellow in 2015 and has appeared as a speaker and performer at TED and TEDx events internationally. Her journey brings together opera, education, cultural heritage, and a deep commitment to artistic expression, both on and beyond the traditional stage. #Opera#ClassicalMusic#Soprano#OperaSinger#Singing #VocalTraining#PerformingArts#Music#PersonalGrowth#BoldBeginnings #Juilliard KEY TAKEAWAYS: -Tharanga's unexpected journey from Sri Lanka to Juilliard -The role of fate and intentional effort in success -The importance of hard work and being proactive -The healing and sensory power of singing -Cultural barriers and overcoming them in pursuit of art -The significance of balance between work and rest -The impact of parental support and unconditional love -The influence of language and emotion in performance MORE ON THARANGA GOONETILLEKE: WEBSITE: https://www.tharangagoonetilleke.com/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/tharanga20g/ YOUTUBE CHANNEL: https://www.youtube.com/@tharangagoonetilleke62 FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/tharanga.goonetilleke WATCH EPISODE ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/ARtyfTaKxts

    A Journey of Fate & Perseverance: From Sri Lanka To Juilliard| Tharanga Goonetilleke- PART 2
  5. Aug 9

    Inside an Opera Singer’s Mind: Tharanga Goonetilleke-PART 1

    Tharanga Goonetilleke is a Sri Lankan soprano, opera singer, educator, and international performer. She holds an Artist Diploma and Master of Music in Voice and Opera from Juilliard and was the first woman from Sri Lanka accepted to the school. Her extensive career includes opera and concert performances with major organizations and artists around the world, including New York City Opera, and repertoire ranging from Puccini and Mozart to contemporary works and world premieres. She has received numerous honors, including Metropolitan Opera National Council audition awards, the Palmetto Opera competition, the Yamaha Trophy, and the Makiko Narumi Memorial Prize at Juilliard. Beyond her performance career, Tharanga is also an advocate for arts, education, and cultural exchange. She was named a TED Fellow in 2015 and has appeared as a speaker and performer at TED and TEDx events internationally. Her journey brings together opera, education, cultural heritage, and a deep commitment to artistic expression, both on and beyond the traditional stage. #Opera#ClassicalMusic#Soprano#OperaSinger#Singing #VocalTraining#PerformingArts#Music#PersonalGrowth#BoldBeginnings #Juilliard KEY TAKEAWAYS: -The greatest lesson from singing as life masterclass -Trusting your instincts and letting go -Voice as an external phenomenon, not just internal -Physical awareness and listening to the body -Mental preparation and rituals before performance -The importance of not over-controlling the instrument -How to listen to oneself without judgment -The power of simplicity and authenticity in singing -Growing up in civil war Sri Lanka and its impact on artistry MORE ON THARANGA GOONETILLEKE: WEBSITE: https://www.tharangagoonetilleke.com/ INSTAGRAM: https://www.instagram.com/tharanga20g/ YOUTUBE CHANNEL: https://www.youtube.com/@tharangagoonetilleke62 FACEBOOK: https://www.facebook.com/tharanga.goonetilleke WATCH EPISODE ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/LnNZ4OP0opA

    Inside an Opera Singer’s Mind: Tharanga Goonetilleke-PART 1

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"Bold Beginnings with Sheida” speaks to individuals ready to step into their power and embrace meaningful change. Our listeners are courageous, intuitive, purpose-driven dream chasers who feel called to break away from the crowd and follow their own path. They are seeking growth, healing, and inspiration, whether they are leaving the corporate world, rebuilding their lives, or pursuing personal transformation. Guests will have the chance to connect with a diverse, engaged audience who resonate with stories of resilience, creativity, faith, and personal evolution.