In this episode we're talking about the beauty of imperfection and why it's time to accept yourself exactly as you are. We'll chat about why perfectionism is so damaging to our minds, souls, and dreams, and how to start to let this tendency go. We'll also talk about the gifts of imperfection and why people who accept themselves and their flaws fully are the ones that light up a room. Get full show notes and more information here: https://frenchkisslife.com/145...
Sep 04, 2019•24 min•Ep. 145
This episode, I'm sharing the secret to living an exceptionally passionate life with you all. I used to feel numb and lifeless in my career as a nurse, until I decided to start showing up as the passionate woman I knew I was underneath all of the stress and negative thinking. I'll share that story and several things you can do to start bringing passion back into your every day. Get full show notes and more information here: https://frenchkisslife.com/144...
Aug 28, 2019•21 min•Ep. 144
In this episode, I'm talking about the feeling of overwhelm and why it's the opposite of a productive, creative mindset. I share some of my experiences with overwhelm and some of the thoughts I've had to shift in order to find more ease, flow, and relaxation. And I'm also running through five areas you can watch in your own life – including your language and your thoughts – if you want to reduce the amount of overwhelm you're feeling as you go through each day. Get full show notes and more infor...
Aug 21, 2019•32 min•Ep. 143
The five parts of yourself that you need to break up with to create your most abundant, fulfilled self. I'll tell you about some of the pieces of myself that I've broken up with, why each one had to happen, and how I handled these transitions with gentleness and kindness for myself. I'll also share some of the wonderful things that are on the other side of these breakups, because I promise you have so much to look forward to. Get full show notes and more information here: https://frenchkisslife....
Aug 14, 2019•36 min•Ep. 142
Today, I'm sharing five reasons for every woman to discover her inner icon. I start off by sharing how I got back into my sweet spot after getting pulled off track recently, and talk about how my program Modern Day Icon helped me get there. I'll also ask you a crucial question that will encourage you to think about who you want to be as a woman and how to start showing up as her today. And I'll run through the five things you'll learn once you start to step into your inner icon and allow her to ...
Aug 07, 2019•32 min•Ep. 141
Why so many people find decision making to be difficult and scary and how to shift your mindset around this. I also share how you can limit the number of decisions you need to make during the day, why it's so important to trust what your body is telling you about your choices, and how to let your values guide your decisions. Get full show notes and more information here: https://frenchkisslife.com/140
Jul 31, 2019•39 min•Ep. 140
In this episode we're talking about core values and how to decide what yours are. We'll cover why you should determine your values if you want to build the life you're dreaming of and some important questions you should be asking yourself. I share some of the values that have shaped my life and my business thus far and how I use them to make decisions. And I'll tell you about the core values we embody here at French Kiss Life and how they impact everything that we do and build for you. Get full ...
Jul 24, 2019•38 min•Ep. 139
I've had many mentors and friends over the years who have put my life on a new trajectory, and I wanted to spotlight three of them today and share their fantastic advice with you. I believe it's important to have people to look up to in life, people who are a bit further along on the journey who are happy to lend support, guidance, and a bit of real talk when we need it. Today I'll introduce you to three women who have literally changed my life thanks to their inspiring work and sound advice. Ge...
Jul 17, 2019•26 min•Ep. 138
In today's episode, we'll talk about why so many women feel like they've lost touch with the sensual and sexual aspects of life. I'll share a whole bunch of tips for reviving enjoyment, connection, and presence, so you can soak in all of the amazing sensations that this world has to offer. And we'll talk about why managing your mind is such a key component to feeling sexy, sensual, and present. Get full show notes and more information here: https://frenchkisslife.com/137...
Jul 10, 2019•30 min•Ep. 137
Today I dive deep into "purpose" and how to find it. I share my own struggle with "finding my purpose" and what worked to finally figure it out. We'll also discuss why curiosity is a key ingredient to engineering your life's purpose, and why your focus should be on showing up with purpose where you are right now, rather than waiting for some distant, purpose-filled future. Get full show notes and more information here: https://frenchkisslife.com/136...
Jul 03, 2019•24 min•Ep. 136
Why I think being a self-possessed woman is a great goal. I'll share what self-possessed means to me, why it requires you to take radical responsibility for yourself, and how it can set you free from some of the stories that are holding you back. And I'll walk you through six areas in your life where you can practice self-possession, including your emotions, your self-opinion, your desires, and your decisions. Get full show notes and more information here: https://frenchkisslife.com/135...
Jun 26, 2019•32 min•Ep. 135
Why worrying is such a frustrating and unproductive habit, why you might be worrying so much, and how to stop the seemingly endless worry-cycle. I'll share the steps I took to stop my worrying habit and my favorite journaling practice for clearing the worries out of my mind & making myself feel empowered. And I'll tell you how to conduct your own Worry-Free Diet, so you can bring joy, abundance, and confidence to mind instead. Get full show notes and more information here: https://frenchkiss...
Jun 19, 2019•29 min•Ep. 134
In this episode, I want to convince you that love has the power to heal us, connect us, and make us healthier & wealthier. I share my journey to love and how I struggled to let love back into my life. I talk about the effects of choosing love on my relationship with myself, my family, and my community as a whole. And I talk about how to handle it when you're finding someone incredibly difficult – or even impossible – to love. Get full show notes and more information here: https://frenchkissl...
Jun 12, 2019•29 min•Ep. 133
Today I'm talking about the sneaky grip the word "no" holds on many of our lives – and why the word "yes" is the key to breaking it. We'll examine why the brain loves the familiar and is scared of change, and talk about how you may be closing yourself off to some of life's most incredible experiences. And we'll cover how you can identify the things you're dying to say "yes" to and build up the courage and commitment to embrace them. Get full show notes and more information here: https://frenchki...
Jun 05, 2019•30 min•Ep. 132
In this episode, I'm talking all about elegant mornings and how to create them. Elegant mornings combine intention, simplicity, and effectiveness to set you up for a wonderful day. I'll share my morning routine, why I make time for gratitude every morning, and how your morning mindset can improve your whole life. Plus, I share some of the practices and little luxuries that make my every morning a great one. Get full show notes and more information here: https://frenchkisslife.com/131...
May 29, 2019•30 min•Ep. 131
There's a big difference between wanting and committing. And that's what we're going to discuss today. In this episode, I tell you all about that gap between wanting and committing and what it takes to close it. I also share the reasons why I love commitment and the special joy that comes as a result of truly making up your mind to make something happen. Get full show notes and more information here: https://frenchkisslife.com/130
May 22, 2019•23 min•Ep. 130
Listen to this episode as I stroll down memory lane to recount how 3 moments and 3 questions helped me become the woman I am today, while also loving the woman I used to be. I'll tell you about my secret for success, my old limiting beliefs, and why I started living all of my "One Day When…" dreams. Get full show notes and more information here: https://frenchkisslife.com/129
May 15, 2019•32 min•Ep. 129
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May 11, 2019•6 min
In this episode, I dive into the concept of upgrading your identity in order to create long-lasting change. I share the two most powerful words you will ever speak, how to become your future self now, and why it's important not to expect yourself to completely change overnight. Get full show notes and more information here: https://frenchkisslife.com/128
May 08, 2019•27 min•Ep. 128
In this episode, I talk about why you need a Celebration Circle in your life and how to build one. I'll share how celebration will help you take responsibility for your own energy and approach to life, and why celebration is such a sacred act. And I'll share some of my favorite Celebration Circle practices so you can schedule one of your own. Get full show notes and more information here: https://frenchkisslife.com/127
May 01, 2019•33 min•Ep. 127
Once I began a dedicated practice of bringing joy into my life in small ways every single day, my relationship with food – and my weight – changed gradually and completely. Now, food isn't my only source of joy, but simply one of many. In this episode, I'm sharing the five essential components of my Joy Diet. It's made up of practices that, when woven into your everyday life, will help you feel more content, more abundant, and less wrapped up in stress and fear. Get full show notes and more info...
Apr 24, 2019•33 min•Ep. 126
In this episode, I walk you through a simple process for spring cleaning your mind. I encourage you to pick one area of your life to clean and how to get started. I talk about why it's so helpful to write down all your thoughts about this area of your life, and how to make small changes to your thinking that, over time, can produce truly incredible results. Get full show notes and more information here: https://frenchkisslife.com/125
Apr 17, 2019•25 min•Ep. 125
Your brand is the way you show up in the world, the way you tell your story, the way you live your life. Many people don't create their brand (or their life) with intention. They get caught up working in their life and forget to work on their life. But at French Kiss Life, we're all about living life creatively and on purpose. All about asking the big questions that will help you create the life you're dreaming of. Get full show notes and more information here: https://frenchkisslife.com/124...
Apr 10, 2019•35 min•Ep. 124
In this episode, Tonya shares what's been happening behind the scenes at French Kiss Life, including some exciting projects she's been working on and what you can expect in the coming months.
Mar 02, 2019•9 min
It's that time of the year where we give thought to our dreams and goals for 2019. Part of this process for Tonya is choosing her "word of the year." In this episode, she shares the unexpected word that at first, she wanted to reject until she began to imagine herself fully embodying it in her own feminine way. As she shares her word of the year, she also offers you 10 traits that will help you be a leader of your own life. Get full show notes and more information here: https://frenchkisslife.co...
Dec 30, 2018•47 min•Ep. 123
Is less *really* more? Tonya thinks so. It was the antidote to her self-created chaos. She thought that restraint would feel shackling, but what has surprised her the most is how much more freedom she feels after applying it into her life. In this episode, Tonya will share with you how she applies restraint into every area of her life to generate stellar results. Want support from Tonya to help you cultivate the Elegance of Restraint so you can bring your dreams to life? Get full show notes and ...
Dec 06, 2018•28 min•Ep. 122
As a dedicated French Kiss Life Podcast Listener, you're cordially invited to Join the Dream Atelier. This is Tonya's newest program geared for any woman who's ready to stop talking about her dreams and start creating them. go here to enroll >> www.thedreamatelier.com/enroll In this LIVE 30 day workshop, Tonya will teach you the elegant mindset and framework that Tonya personally uses to turn her ideas (and her client's ideas) into reality. When you follow the process, you will have create...
Dec 04, 2018•8 min
They say, "You are the sum of the 5 people you spend the most time with." Tonya believes that you are sum of the conversations you have with them. If you want to live a well-lived life, reach your full potential and create your dreams, create your conversations on purpose. In this episode, Tonya offers 5 ways you can raise your conversation vibration so that you can constantly evolve and expand your mind with new ideas, perspectives, inspiration and abundance. Get full show notes and more inform...
Nov 29, 2018•22 min•Ep. 121
Are you ready to make your dreams come true? In today's podcast Tonya will be sharing with you the #1 thing that your dream is going to ask of you -- and it's not what you think. In fact, it's going to be the BEST part; She believes that it is even more impactful than your intended end goal. And in order to make this happen, there are three things you must give up. What are they? Tune in as Tonya shares from personal experience how to identify these dream killers, and how to overcome them. And w...
Nov 21, 2018•26 min•Ep. 120
So many women have stopped dreaming. They say they're confused or don't know what they want. They use "contentment" as a reason to not want more. They use doubt and fear as an excuse to stay stagnant in life. But, when you French Kiss Life, you're daring enough to dream. In this episode, Tonya talks about why women have stopped dreaming and invites us all to look within our hearts to discover what we want. Plus, she's making an exciting and scary dream declaration of her own. Get full show notes...
Nov 16, 2018•22 min•Ep. 119
