The Confidence and Communication Podcast Jessica Dumas

Ep. 130 Why Didn’t Anyone Tell Me How Hard This Is with Emmeline Guerrero - Photographer, Mentor, and Chaos Coordinator
Welcome to an incredibly raw and inspiring episode of The Confidence and Communication Podcast! Today, we're joined by the phenomenal Emmeline Guerrero, a talented photographer, dedicated mentor, and self-identified chaos coordinator (because she’s a mom). Emmeline shares her personal journey of radical self-acceptance and how she helps people, especially BIPOC women, shed layers of guilt, shame, and self-doubt. Her powerful storytelling and connection through her photography create bold portraits that empower individuals to embrace their true selves.
Episode Highlights:
Emmeline’s journey of radical self-acceptance and the challenges she faced along the way
The power of connection and storytelling in overcoming guilt, shame, and self-doubt
How Emmeline helps BIPOC women find confidence in their skin
Balancing motherhood and a thriving career as a photographer and mentor
The truth about how hard it is to navigate self-acceptance and empowerment
Real-life examples of how Emmeline's work has transformed lives
Tips for anyone struggling with self-doubt and seeking empowerment
Quote of the Episode: "Why didn’t anyone tell me how hard this is? The journey of self-acceptance is not easy, but it’s the most empowering thing you can do for yourself. Embrace your story, connect with others, and find confidence in your unique journey."
Call to Action: If this episode resonated with you, please subscribe, rate, and leave a review where ever you listen to podcasts! Follow Emmeline (and me) on Instagram for more insights and inspiring stories about self-acceptance and empowerment.
Connect with Emmeline Guerrero:
www.emmelineguerrero.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/emmeline.gr/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@EmmelineGuerrero
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@emmelinegr
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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/littlemoons.ca
Sponsored by: The Johnstons Group Inc.
Join the Conversation: We’d love to hear your thoughts on this episode! Share your self-acceptance stories and empowerment tips with us on social media using the hashtag #TheCCPodcast
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Ways to work with her: https://jessicadumas.mykajabi.com/2024-link-in-bio-4c2ba954-b889-4a15-b857-ff29a427b4cc
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I always wanted a life where I could make more money and work less. Coming from a society that set me up for the rat race, plus growing up in poverty, made that feel like a ridiculous desire. How dare I! But I never gave up.
Today, I work a couple of days a week, or a few hours a day, and I’m making more money than I ever have. Plus, I feel safe, like I’ve finally let God, Creator, Universe take care of me.Here’s what I did🤫🤭
👉🏽 I stopped telling the story of the struggle. I couldn’t keep trying to prove my limits because of my circumstances. When you tell the story and look at your circumstances as proof, you’re actually calling more of the limit in.👉🏽 I leaned into faith, even when I didn’t know what that meant. I had to re-choose over and over again to have complete faith in a higher energy of God, Creator, Universe, even when I couldn’t see the proof. I believed and had faith that if I could imagine it, it’s possible.👉🏽 I realized I had to be in for the long haul and not just look for a quick fix, because it’s the quick fix that can f@ck you up. Nothing happens overnight. Everything has to happen in your energy first and then come out into your real-world experience, and that takes time.👉🏽 I had to stop taking score and expecting to create with cause and effect, or doing a thing to get a thing. That means really, like really, detaching from the outcome. Again, your circumstances don’t matter. Letting go, surrendering is next-level self-energy!🤚🏽 I learned how to really reclaim my power back, in any area I chose to focus, recognizing that I am a (co-)creator in this life experience and I’m here for a good time!🫶🏽 If you are sick of wishing & hoping for your manifestations, but your doubt and circumstances are making you feel like you’re doing something wrong, and you are looking for a space to be massively supported 🙌🏽 so you can create on another level, 🧠 rewire your mindset and become an ✨energetic match to your audacious desires, come to my Next Level Self Masterclass. Put "Masterclass" in the comments and I’ll send you the info!
This episode is all about my journey and what is happening next as I arrive to my next level! 

Ep. 126 - An introduction to Breathwork with Lee Mae Spence
 
Have you heard of Breathwork? If you’re looking for someone who can help you take the first step, meet Lee! 
 
Lee Mae Spence is a Ininew, Metis and mixed European Iskwew. She is a member of York Factory First Nation and carries teachings from her kin, Storytellers, Knowledge Carriers, Knowledge Keepers and Elders with her to weave into her journey as a helper.  
 
Lee is a consultant, wellness advocate and breathwork facilitator who focuses on strengthening capacities through knowledge sharing with folks, organizations, and communities with a trauma informed centering connection, love and courage. She holds a bachelor of recreation management and community development from the University of Manitoba.  
 
Connect with here here: 
www.leemaespence.com
https://nourishment.substack.com
@leemaespence on Instagram
 
Connect with Jessica on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/jessicadumas.ca/
Ways to work with her: https://jessicadumas.mykajabi.com/2024-link-in-bio-4c2ba954-b889-4a15-b857-ff29a427b4cc
 
Thank you to our sponsor, the Johnston Group Inc. https://johnstongroup.ca/
 
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Ep. 125 Who dis? By Nina Waste Events
 
From crafting to business, these party girls are keeping their childhood memories alive and are bringing you in on the fun. Growing up with creativity and family gatherings is what led to fostering the fun and design of Nina Waste Events!
 
I’m so honored to hear their business story and help get the word out to more people who are looking for a new fun way to add activities, decorations and memories to their gatherings! 
 
Reach out to them for your next event! They have so much to offer. All their social links are below! 
 
Niña Waṡte (Waush-té) Events Launched on May 1st, it is owned by Tannis and Rayel Smoke and they offer rentals of very large games on their website. Their collection includes giant versions of Jenga, Dominos, Crib, Checkers, and Chess. Other giant games similar to Guess Who, Sorry, Scrabble and more! All of their games are at a larger scale perfect for birthdays, community events, family games nights and gatherings, anything and everything you think would be perfect for some games! They have got you covered at ninawasteeevents.ca
 
Website: https://ninawasteevents.ca/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NinaWasteEvents
Instagram: Nina Waste (@ninawasteevents) • Instagram photos and videos
Linked In: (2) Nina Waste Events: Company Page Admin | LinkedIn
Tik Tok: Nina Waste Events (@ninawasteevents) | TikTok
 
Connect with Jessica on Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/jessicadumas.ca/
Ways to work with her: https://jessicadumas.mykajabi.com/2024-link-in-bio-4c2ba954-b889-4a15-b857-ff29a427b4cc
 
Thank you to our sponsor, the Johnston Group Inc. https://johnstongroup.ca/
 
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