In this heartfelt episode, Kim sits down with Carla, a dynamic member of the Polka Dot Powerhouse community, to discuss her multifaceted journey as a government employee, balloon artist, and property investor. Carla shares candid stories about overcoming imposter syndrome, navigating male-dominated fields, and the importance of trusting one’s intuition. The conversation delves into the challenges and triumphs of womanhood, the power of self-investment, and the value of building supportive communities. Listeners will be inspired by Carla’s resilience, her commitment to helping other women achieve financial independence, and her philosophy of embracing life’s blessings and opportunities.

Kim shares her transformative journey of understanding mental health labels and breaking free from generational patterns of codependency. She explores how labels like "codependent" and "anxious" can become psychological traps that prevent personal growth, and offers insights into recognizing these patterns as changeable behaviors rather than fixed identities. 

Key highlights include:

• The danger of identifying with mental health labels

• Understanding the generational cycle of emotional patterns

• How labels can create a false sense of safety and connection

• Strategies for moving beyond limiting self-perceptions

• The importance of exploring the "why" behind behavioral patterns

Listeners will be inspired by Kim's vulnerable storytelling and empowered by her message of personal transformation and breaking intergenerational cycles of emotional dysfunction.

In this deeply personal episode, Kim shares her transformative journey from constantly seeking external validation to discovering her own inherent worth. Drawing from painful experiences that include an abusive high school relationship, burnout as a teacher, and the pressures of motherhood, she reveals how women are conditioned to prove themselves in every aspect of life. 

She candidly discusses her struggle with perfectionism, people-pleasing, and the relentless pursuit of recognition, whether in her teaching career, as a mother, or as a new coach and healer. The turning point came when a college professor asked her a simple yet profound question: "Why are you trying so hard to prove yourself?"

Kim unpacks how societal expectations and social media metrics create a toxic cycle of self-doubt. She offers listeners a powerful message: true worth comes from within, not from external applause. No marching band needed…you are enough, just as you are.

In this raw and revealing episode, Kim pulls back the curtain on the coaching and healing industry, exposing the manipulative tactics that keep individuals trapped in the cycles of trying to heal themselves through endless amounts of self-improvement. She challenges the notion of linear healing phases, buzzword-laden content, and the entrepreneurial approach that prioritizes profit over genuine transformation by drawing on her personal experiences.

Key Takeaways:

• Understand the difference between authentic healing and content-driven coaching

• Recognize manipulative marketing tactics in the personal development space

• Learn why healing is a non-linear, deeply personal journey

• Discover how to identify genuine support versus performative coaching

In this inspiring episode, former New York City Ballet dancer Ari Bliss shares her transformative journey from professional ballet to becoming a mindset coach and podcast host. Ari opens up about her early passion for dance, the challenges of a rigorous ballet career, and her courageous decision to pivot towards personal growth and mentoring. She provides valuable insights for dancers, parents, and anyone navigating career transitions, emphasizing the importance of mental health, self-respect, and finding joy in personal development. Through her unique perspective, Ari reveals how the discipline of dance can be a powerful foundation for life's broader challenges and opportunities.

In this episode, energy healing practitioner and author Danielle Gaudette shares her transformative journey of healing from adoption trauma. Diving deep into her personal experiences, Danielle discusses how she overcame emotional challenges through energy work, EFT tapping, and the innovative Transformative Art Healing method. She explores the profound impact of relinquishment trauma, the importance of inner healing, and how understanding our emotional energy can lead to profound personal growth. Listeners will be inspired by Danielle's resilience, her commitment to breaking generational cycles of pain, and her mission to help others discover their inner light and worth.

In this inspiring episode, Jen Peterkin, a remarkable storyteller and world traveler, shares how she redefined success on her own terms. After experiencing a life-altering divorce, Jen transformed her pain into purpose by launching "The Human Experience" podcast and embracing a life of intentional travel.

Whether you're feeling stuck in life, seeking inspiration, or curious about personal growth, this episode offers a powerful reminder that your journey is uniquely yours to create. Jen's insights will challenge you to reconsider your own limitations and open yourself to new possibilities.

In this powerful episode, we dive deep into the hidden trap that many healing journeys encounter: the overwhelming pressure to be "fixed." Learn why desperately trying to heal can actually prevent real transformation, and discover how to approach your personal growth with compassion, intention, and grace. Kim shares vulnerable personal experiences of getting caught in the cycle of healing overdrive – reading every book, trying every technique, and still feeling stuck. You'll walk away with practical insights on:

• Why the "more is better" approach to healing backfires

• How to recognize when you're putting too much pressure on yourself

• The difference between collecting information and true healing

• Strategies to create space for authentic personal growth

• How to be kind to yourself while still moving forward
  

This episode is perfect for anyone feeling overwhelmed by their healing journey, struggling with childhood trauma, or simply looking to break free from patterns that no longer serve them. Tune in and learn how to release the pressure and embrace your unique path to healing.

In this inspiring episode, Robbie Ross, the podcast host of Conversations Ignite, unexpectedly discovered he was in end-stage renal failure. He shares his remarkable journey of being diagnosed with critically high Creatinine levels, navigating peritoneal dialysis, and ultimately receiving a kidney transplant. 

Despite the challenging medical circumstances, Robbie maintained an incredibly positive attitude, viewing his experience as an opportunity for personal growth. The conversation explores how this health challenge led him to start his own podcast and discover a new passion for connecting with people from around the world. 

You’ll be moved by Robbie's resilience, his approach to handling unexpected life challenges, and his philosophy of controlling what he can while embracing life's uncertainties.

In this episode of One of a Kind You, Kim dives deep into the often overwhelming world of self-help and healing. She candidly shares her personal struggles with constantly trying to "fix" herself through various methods like meditation, journaling, and self-help books, and podcasts, only to feel more frustrated and exhausted.

Kim challenges listeners to:

• Choose one healing tool and stick with it

• Give themselves permission to pause

• Trust their intuition about what truly helps them heal

• Unfollow accounts that make them feel inadequate

Dive into an intimate conversation with spiritual healer Rachel Garrett as she reveals her powerful journey from a chaotic childhood to becoming an Akashic records expert. Discover how gratitude, self-love, and unexpected connections can transform your life. Kim and Rachel get real about breaking free from external validation, overcoming limiting beliefs, and finding authentic connections in a world of social media illusions. Whether you're seeking personal growth, spiritual healing, or just a dose of raw, inspiring conversation, this episode will leave you feeling empowered and inspired to embrace your true self.

Key Highlights:

• Spiritual healing secrets from an Akashic records expert

• Breaking free from external validation and self-doubt

• The power of gratitude in personal transformation

• Navigating spiritual growth and self-discovery

• Building genuine connections in the digital age

In this powerful episode, Nikki Brooker, founder of Yana (You Are Not Alone), shares her mission to support moms through community, understanding, and compassion. She discusses the challenges of motherhood, the importance of finding support, and the unique ways men and women's brains function differently. 

Key insights include:

• The critical need for moms to build supportive communities

• Understanding the ‘mental load’ of motherhood

• Physiological differences between male and female brains

• The importance of giving yourself grace as a parent

• Stratgies for managing the challenges of parenting at different stages

Nikki emphasizes that there’s no such thing as a perfect mom, and the key to surviving motherhood is finding your people, being kind to yourself, and embracing the journey of continuous learning and pivoting.

In this episode, we discuss how self-help and healing can become overwhelming and turn into a second job, leading to burnout. 

Kim, the host, shares her personal experience of getting stuck in the cycle of constantly trying to "fix" herself through journaling, courses, and podcasts, which actually made her feel more lost and disconnected.

She emphasizes that healing doesn't mean constantly working on yourself. It's about letting yourself be human, accepting that you're not broken, and finding joy in small, ordinary moments without guilt.

She encourages listeners to trust themselves, change their mindset, and let go of the need for perfection and external validation.

In this episode, Alysia Lyons, an intuitive coach who helps moms overcome the burden of mom guilt joins us to share her personal experiences as a surrogate mother and how that journey impacted her relationship with her own son. 

She delves into the root causes of mom guilt, explaining how it stems from a disconnect between our actions and our values. Alicia provides practical strategies for moms to identify and address their guilt, including reframing rules, practicing self-compassion, and understanding their children's love languages. 

The conversation also touches on the societal pressures that contribute to mom guilt and how moms can break free from the cycle. 

Hit play to get actionable steps to shed mom guilt and find more joy in motherhood.

If healing feels like a full-time job and you're still exhausted, you’re not alone. Many people hit a wall in their healing journey, feeling stuck despite doing “all the right things.” 

In this episode, we’re unpacking why healing burnout happens and how constantly searching for the next breakthrough might be keeping you stuck. I’ll share why obsessing over your past isn’t the same as processing it, why your body needs rest as much as your mind, and how to step off the emotional rollercoaster without giving up on healing altogether. 

If you’re ready for a different approach—one that doesn’t leave you drained—this episode is for you.

In this episode, Kelly Baron, a chiropractor and podcaster, shares her journey of overcoming a past assault through self-defense, MMA fighting, powerlifting, and embracing her femininity through pole dancing. She discusses the importance of not letting menopause and perimenopause control you, but instead taking control of those life stages and creating a positive experience. Kelly encourages women to get comfortable being uncomfortable, starting with small steps, and celebrating their accomplishments along the way. There are so many times in life where it’s necessary to change the narrative, as well as, being excited for and preparing for the next stage of life.

Does your healing journey feel more exhausting than empowering? You’re journaling, meditating, reading all the self-help books—yet instead of feeling lighter, you’re completely drained. If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone.

In this episode, Kim Keane breaks down why healing burnout happens and how to move through it without getting stuck in the cycle of overanalyzing, suppressing emotions, and endlessly searching for the “perfect” healing method. Kim shares her personal experience with emotional exhaustion, explains how unprocessed emotions keep us trapped, and provides actionable steps to heal differently—not harder.

If you’re ready to reclaim your energy and shift from feeling overwhelmed to feeling at peace, this episode is for you!

What You’ll Learn:
✔️ Why overthinking your past is keeping you stuck
✔️ How your nervous system reacts to unprocessed emotions
✔️ Practical ways to stop healing burnout before it drains you
✔️ Why your healing journey should be unique to YOU

Tune in now and start healing in a way that actually works!

Have you ever stopped to wonder why you push yourself to be perfect? In this episode, we explore how childhood experiences shape our perfectionist tendencies and why so many of us unknowingly chase flawlessness to prove our worth. I share my personal journey of striving for perfection, plus the stories of clients and loved ones who developed perfectionistic habits as a way to regain control over their lives. Together, we’ll uncover the deep connection between perfectionism and childhood wounds—and how recognizing this pattern is the first step to healing. If you’ve ever felt like you needed to prove yourself, this episode is for you.

In this deeply personal and heartfelt episode, I share a powerful story that unfolded during a run at the local YMCA, where I witnessed a dad shaming his daughter on the basketball court. That moment brought back memories of my own experiences with shame and feelings of abandonment—from childhood struggles with math, to an abusive high school relationship, to moments of being let down by those I counted on most.

Through these reflections, I explore the toll of constant criticism and emotional neglect and how it leaves us feeling unseen, unheard, and unworthy. But there’s hope. If you’ve ever felt this way, know that you’re not alone. In this episode, I remind you that healing is possible, that you are worthy of love, and that the journey to self-worth starts with showing kindness and compassion to yourself.

This episode is a message to anyone who has ever felt like they didn’t measure up: you are seen, you are enough, and you deserve better. Tune in to discover how to start breaking free from the shame and reclaiming your power.