SHE STARTS NOW with Jackie Dumaine

Jackie Dumaine

"And the day came when the risk to remain tight in a bud was more painful than the risk it took to blossom." ~  Anaïs Nin If you're ready to say "enough" to the pain of living in your comfort zone and "yes" to the joy of radical possibility, welcome to the She Starts Now podcast hosted by Jackie Dumaine: Transformational Coach, Speaker and Facilitator.  She Starts Now delivers real, raw and vulnerable stories from women just like you who decided to take the leap and bet on themselves. You'll hear their heartfelt stories of turning challenges into purpose and how they took brave action on a dream, goal, business idea or brand new way of being (and how you can too). You'll learn why some of us stay stuck or sabotage our success and what you can do to confidently move forward toward the highest version of yourself.  You'll also hear thought-provoking solo episodes based on Jackie's own colourful life experience and from working with over 1000 women through her transformational workshops, retreats and coaching programs.  There's a common thread that connects us all when we're ready to step into a new season of our lives - the desire to realize the vastness of our potential. This podcast will comfort you with the proof that it’s never too late and you're never alone.   Follow along on Instagram @jackiedumaine

  1. 12/17/2023

    26 | The Power of Relationship Repair

    Over two decades ago, I failed to protect my son during a pivotal moment in his life. The memory of this experienced weighed on my soul and the guilt wasn't relieved until I took the brave step to engage in a meaningful conversation with him about it. The result was a new level of love, connection and understanding between the two of us.  This is the power of relationship repair and my guest Connie Jakab knows all about this. From owning a hip hop studio to crusading for change in our education system, Connie Jakab is a maverick on the topic of belonging and how to make our workplaces, schools and homes become spaces for true connection and growth.  Connie recently made the courageous decision to leave the security of a steady income to pursue a full time entrepreneurial venture as a speaker, author and thought leader in the space of mental health awareness.   In this episode, you’ll hear why she made this brave decision and how her son’s struggles with mental health and suicide ideation was a catalyst for her writing the Bring Them Closer book series.  In this episode How to make the decision to go all-in on a dreamWhy it’s never too late too late to practice relationship repair with your children (regardless of their age)Five steps can do right now to connect more deeply with the people you love How meaningful apologies and forgiveness create freedom in the soul The connection between belonging and boundariesPracticing self-compassion when parenting becomes a challenge and our kids become “too much”The mother guilt that shows up when we see our children hurting The importance of radical accountability with our emotions and how we manage themResources:  https://conniejakab.com/ https://www.instagram.com/conniejakab Free manifesto of encouragement: https://jackiedumaine.com/manifesto

    56 min
  2. 11/26/2023

    25 | Women, Wealth + A Broken System

    What’s your relationship like with money and finances? What does financial independence mean for you and why are so many women struggling to achieve it? In this episode, I have a real and raw convo with Janine Rogan, Founder and CEO of The Wealth Building Academy, TedX Speaker and author of The Pink Tax: Dismantling a Financial System Designed to Keep Women Broke.    Here’s a glimpse into what we covered: The fears women have around building a side hustle for extra moneyJanine’s four foundations of financial feminism (and what that actually means)Why becoming a mother is a huge financial riskHow beauty products can prevent you from becoming a millionaire (we did the math)How ageism is incredibly prevalent in our world and how I was basically told my “days were numbered” by a male business coach.  He was referring to my physical appearance and I still cringe when I think about it.My recent experience trying to get support for perimenopause symptoms and the realization that aging as a woman is becoming a pay-to-play privilege. Janine’s mission is to educate and empower women to confidently and profitably grow their wealth so that we don’t have to stay stuck living a life that disempowers us If you’re already passionate about building wealth, you might gain a new perspective and if the thought of wealth building intimidates you, Janine shares the one thing you can do right now. Connect with Janine on Instagram Visit Janine’s website Visit the podcast page here: https://jackiedumaine.com

    1 hr
  3. 09/13/2023

    23 | The Energy of Fashion: What Your Closet Says About You

    If you’re in the process of revamping your life, you might want to start with revamping your wardrobe. Why? Because fashion, energy and manifestation are more connected than you think. In this episode, I have an open conversation with Megan Szanik about how the clothes we wear can either dilute or amplify our energy and how we  show up in the world and above all, how we show up for ourselves. Megan is the owner, visionary and creator of Espy - a more-than-a-clothing boutique in the wonderful city of Calgary and in the amazing community of Inglewood, that specializes in using fashion as a vehicle to empower confidence in all folks of all sizes.  Over the year she’s collected numerous accolades for both her entrepreneurial and philanthropic endeavors but in today’s conversation we dig below the surface of it all and explore themes like curiosity, authenticity, human connection and how the state of your closet might be a clue as to how intentional you are (or aren’t) with how you live.  In this episode: The truth about intention and “fashion energetics”The connection between curiosity and confidenceThe one thing that will guide you to the next step in your lifeHow to making meaning from being judged (and being the judger) The importance of saying YES to life, right nowHow to dress at any size to feel sexyHow your closet can say a lot about your life Resources: Follow Megan on Instagram: Personal  Espy Experience Join the She Starts Now Community

    58 min
  4. 07/26/2023

    19 | How to Be More Present + Take Back Your Life

    Overwhelm. Guilt. Regret. Worry. Forgetfulness. Brain fog.  If you’re feeling any of these more than you’d like to be and are desperate for some relief, there might be an important factor that you’ve overlooked. If your energy is being scattered in a million directions, and there never seems to be enough time, chances are you’re living in the past or the future way more than you’re living in the right now (also known as your LIFE). But what does being “present” mean anymore in a world full of distractions?  In this episode: My personal struggles with presence (even though I’ve studied the topic for years)What my time in India with Guru Sri Sri Ravi Shankar taught me about presence How my son called me out and made me rethink how I was livingWhy yoga and meditation aren’t always the answerWhy presence is crucial during a life transition or going after a dreamHow to reflect on the past and plan for the future without being pulled out of the presentHow to create more time (when there never seems to be enough) The definition of intentional presence (and how to create it)3 ways to tell if you’re living in the Past Time Zone3 ways to tell if you’re living in the Future Time Zone3 ways to bring you back to the Present Time Zone Grab a notebook, you'll need it!  Resources: Need a boost of encouragement? Download this free manifesto: https://jackiedumaine.com/poem Want to reach out? Email me:  hello@jackiedumaine.com   For more content like this follow me on Instagram Sri Sri Ravi Shankar on Instagram

    41 min
5
out of 5
11 Ratings

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"And the day came when the risk to remain tight in a bud was more painful than the risk it took to blossom." ~  Anaïs Nin If you're ready to say "enough" to the pain of living in your comfort zone and "yes" to the joy of radical possibility, welcome to the She Starts Now podcast hosted by Jackie Dumaine: Transformational Coach, Speaker and Facilitator.  She Starts Now delivers real, raw and vulnerable stories from women just like you who decided to take the leap and bet on themselves. You'll hear their heartfelt stories of turning challenges into purpose and how they took brave action on a dream, goal, business idea or brand new way of being (and how you can too). You'll learn why some of us stay stuck or sabotage our success and what you can do to confidently move forward toward the highest version of yourself.  You'll also hear thought-provoking solo episodes based on Jackie's own colourful life experience and from working with over 1000 women through her transformational workshops, retreats and coaching programs.  There's a common thread that connects us all when we're ready to step into a new season of our lives - the desire to realize the vastness of our potential. This podcast will comfort you with the proof that it’s never too late and you're never alone.   Follow along on Instagram @jackiedumaine