Curiously Guided Podcast

Ep.90 | Breaking Down Somatics; Self Regulation at Your Fingertips w/ Savanna DeLuca, Therapist & Consultant

This is the episode we all needed, especially with so many wellness gadgets & hacks filling up our social media feeds.
This conversation with Savanna was such a good reminder that nature is full of magic & connecting back with our bodies can help us heal. Such seemingly “simple things”, but so easy to forget when we’re on the hustle train most of the time.
We’re excited to share this episode with you, enjoy! 😊
In this episode, we explore:
➡️ Savanna’s journey into somatics 
➡️ What does somatics actually mean?
➡️ The power of getting out in nature
➡️ Different examples of connecting your mind & body
➡️ Taking it back to the basics
➡️ How somatics help you come back to yourself
➡️ And so. much. more!
Links & Resources Mentioned:
>> Somatic Summer Camp 2025>> SNAG THE DESIGN YOUR DREAM DAY WORKSHOP >> Buy us a coffee/support the podcast>> Get 20% off your next contract with The Contract Shop
About the Guest:
Savanna DeLuca is the founder and executive director of Wild Heart Therapy + Consulting where she’s created a nurturing space that offers support and guidance to individuals aspiring to lead exceptional lives. Her approach to therapy is unique, combining somatic and nature-based methodologies with her expertise in attachment-focused therapy. Specializing in areas such as adventure therapy, brainspotting, mindfulness, yoga, conscious relationships, and family issues, She is passionate about helping her clients navigate life transitions, build conscious relationships, and overcome personal challenges.
Website: https://wildhearttc.org/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/wildheart.tc/
Learn more about Curiously Guided:
Curiously Guided: the podcast for intentional business owners & curious minds. Where the outer work meets the inner work, so we can create a life, business, and career that feels deeply fulfilling & wildly aligned.
✨ Website: Curiouslyguided.com✨ Instagram: Instagram.com/curiouslyguided
Connect with The hosts’ Shay + Mariah:
👉 Shay: saleswithshay.com | @saleswithshay
👉 Mariah: mariahmagazine.com | @mariahmagazineco

Ep.89 | Deeper Than Your Enneagram Type: The Layers You’re (Probably) Missing w/ Hillarie Kay, Corporate Coach & Speaker

WE HAD NO IDEA HOW IN-DEPTH THE ENNEAGRAM GOES. Seriously. We thought we were kinda just gonna go into Enneagram Types and have a little chit chat but this conversation was SO MUCH DEEPER.
The different layers and tools within the Enneagram system have us HOOKED. So much so that I literally snagged a session with Hillarie right after we recorded this conversation LOL
Hillarie has a gift of being able to break all of this down in a way that not only makes sense but motivates you to want to take action ASAP. And her grounded approach is super supportive.
We hope you enjoy 😊
In this episode, we explore:
➡️ What is Enneagram?
➡️ Where did it come from? 
➡️ The issue with random enneagram assessments online 
➡️ Where your type comes from
➡️ Each of the Type’s core motivations & fears
➡️ Using Enneagram for insight into your own growth & burnout cycles
➡️ The connection & resource points for each Type
➡️ How to take action & start implementing this system to help you avoid burnout 
➡️ Intelligent centers: what your repressed, neutral, and dominant centers are
➡️ Instincts & coping mechanisms 
➡️ Hillarie’s journey of finding & becoming obsessed with the Enneagram 
Links & Resources Mentioned:
>> Book a Session with Hillarie: https://calendly.com/hillariekay/unlock-your-type-session >> Free Energy Inventory Chapter in Hillarie’s book, The Burnout Recovery System: https://hillariekay.com/energyinventory/ >> Burnout Assessment: https://enneametrics.com/burnout/ >> SNAG THE DESIGN YOUR DREAM DAY WORKSHOP >> Buy us a coffee/support the podcast>> Get 20% off your next contract with The Contract Shop
About the Guest:
Hillarie Kay is coach, trainer, speaker, and author of The Burnout Recovery System. She works with high-achieving entrepreneurs and teams- helping them prevent burnout, and increase engagement and performance through heart-centered strategy.  She made significant contributions in the coaching and consulting space serving clients ranging from tech start-ups to Fortune 100 industry giants. She is a wife, mom of two boys, stepmom to three boys, and a lover of all things ’60s and ’70s. Outside of work you’ll find her at her kids’ games, concerts, or thrifting for vintage treasures.
Website: www.hillariekay.comInstagram - www.instagram.com/hillariekay LinkedIn - www.linkedin.com/in/hillariekay
Learn more about Curiously Guided:
Curiously Guided: the podcast for intentional business owners & curious minds. Where the outer work meets the inner work, so we can create a life, business, and career that feels deeply fulfilling & wildly aligned.
✨ Website: Curiouslyguided.com✨ Instagram: Instagram.com/curiouslyguided
Connect with The hosts’ Shay + Mariah:
👉 Shay: saleswithshay.com | @saleswithshay
👉 Mariah: mariahmagazine.com | @mariahmagazineco

Ep.88 | How to Bring the Fun Back into Your Business w/ Jordan Gill, Systems Strategist & Founder of Systems Saved Me®

If you’re looking for an episode that’s going to INSPIRE & MOTIVATE you in business, this is the one. Jordan is a beautiful example of doing business YOUR WAY in the online space.
In this episode, Jordan really pulls back the curtain & lets us in on her thought process behind her business, including revenue numbers from launches, and her decision to let her entire team go 👀
This is a good one…
We hope you enjoy 😊
In this episode, we explore:
➡️ Jordan’s journey into the online business space
➡️ Why bringing the FUN back into business is crucial
➡️ Trusting yourself & your decisions
➡️ Marketing strategies Jordan used to grow a successful business from day 1
➡️ Behind the scenes of Jordan’s well-known Done in a Day program
➡️ Making sales an easy yes for people
➡️ Building a life-first business & what that looks like
➡️ The hard reality of letting your team go when you chose your downside
➡️ Exploring pivots & failures
➡️ Jordan’s predictions for online business in 2025
Links & Resources Mentioned:
>> SNAG THE DESIGN YOUR DREAM DAY WORKSHOP >> Buy us a coffee/support the podcast>> Get 20% off your next contract with The Contract Shop
About the Guest:
Jordan Gill is a multi-7-figure business strategist of over 10k + students and has a mission to help high-achieving business owners prioritize rest without sacrificing revenue. She is currently building her Micro Tool Empire™, which includes conversion-boosting apps at a one-time lifetime price. When she isn't spreading the gospel of highly efficient business practices, she enjoys working on thousand-piece jigsaw puzzles or traveling the world with her husband and bonus son.
Website: https://systemssavedme.com Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/systemssavedme/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/systemssavedme/ LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordanhgill/ Threads - https://www.threads.net/@systemssavedme
Learn more about Curiously Guided:
Curiously Guided: the podcast for intentional business owners & curious minds. Where the outer work meets the inner work, so we can create a life, business, and career that feels deeply fulfilling & wildly aligned.
✨ Website: Curiouslyguided.com✨ Instagram: Instagram.com/curiouslyguided
CONNECT WITH THE HOSTS’ SHAY + MARIAH:
👉 Shay: saleswithshay.com | @saleswithshay
👉 Mariah: mariahmagazine.com | @mariahmagazineco

Ep.87 | From Chaos to Stillness: Putting Your Own Spin on New Year’s Resolutions, with Shay & Mariah

From the busy holiday season, straight into New Year’s always feels a little wobbly. Join us as we explore different ways to decompress from the chaos, and how we’re “gearing up” for the New Year — hint: it has nothing to do with resolutions LOL
We hope you enjoy! ☺️
Included in this episode:
➡️ What we’ve learned in 2024➡️ Choosing our word of the year➡️ Learning from the young & the old➡️ Different ways to welcome in the New Year➡️ Reflecting on the traditions you *actually* like➡️ Tapping into gratitude➡️ An invitation to put your own spin on things
Additional Links & Resources Mentioned:
>> FREE Meditation pack (includes dream day meditation)>> Buy us a coffee/support the podcast>> Get 20% off your next contract with The Contract Shop
Learn more about Curiously Guided:
Curiously Guided: the podcast for intentional business owners & curious minds. Where the outer work meets the inner work, so we can create a life, business, and career that feels deeply fulfilling & wildly aligned.
✨ Website: Curiouslyguided.com✨ Instagram: Instagram.com/curiouslyguided
Connect with The hosts’ Shay + Mariah:
👉 Shay: saleswithshay.com | @saleswithshay
👉 Mariah: mariahmagazine.com | @mariahmagazineco

Ep.86 | From Candy Bars to a Multi-Million Dollar eCommerce Business w/ Nick Norman, CEO of Polar Protector

One of our favorite quotes from his episode “Surround yourself with fountains, not drains” — it’s a saying that’s stuck with both of us since we heard it.
This conversation is a great example of combining strategy with your strengths. Through Nick’s entrepreneurship journey, he’s harnessed SO many skills and has learned a lot about himself, which has allowed him to land on an amazing idea that’s literally changing his life.
If you wanna be inspired AF around the idea of making money online, this is the conversation for you — enjoy ☺️
In this episode, we explore:
➡️ Nicks's journey into entrepreneurship & how he got his first lesson about “profit margins” in high school
➡️ Selling grandmas clothes on eBay, to creating new products for Amazon
➡️ Learning different skills valuable to the online & eCommerce space
➡️ An inside look at being an Amazon seller
➡️ Paying attention to the trends
➡️ From dirty leaves to a million dollars
➡️ Learning how your brain works naturally and owning it
➡️ What it takes to manage these eCommerce businesses at different levels
➡️ Pitching yourself to Sharktank
➡️ Surrounding yourself with fountains, not drains
➡️ and so much more!
Links & Resources Mentioned:
>> SNAG THE DESIGN YOUR DREAM DAY WORKSHOP >> Buy us a coffee/support the podcast>> Get 20% off your next contract with The Contract Shop
About the Guest:
Nick Norman is the owner and creator of Polar Protector, a new product category that creates accessories for stock tanks. Nick has been an entrepreneur for most of his life, from selling candy in high school, to creating a line of women’s scrunchies. His core beliefs are that entrepreneurs must be adaptable, learn to fail and use whatever ability they have as a tool for their business. Nick and his wife enjoy traveling with their 2 pups, Casey and Peanut. Nick loves to tinker with new ideas, hike, explore or take a nap in his spare time.
Website: https://polarprotector.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/polarprotector/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/polarprotectorusaTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@polarprotector
Learn more about Curiously Guided:
Curiously Guided: the podcast for intentional business owners & curious minds. Where the outer work meets the inner work, so we can create a life, business, and career that feels deeply fulfilling & wildly aligned.
✨ Website: Curiouslyguided.com✨ Instagram: Instagram.com/curiouslyguided
Connect with The hosts’ Shay + Mariah:
👉 Shay: saleswithshay.com | @saleswithshay
👉 Mariah: mariahmagazine.com | @mariahmagazineco

Ep.85 | Follow the Breadcrumbs: The “Secret” to Being Sustainably Creative w/ Omari Harebin, Marketing Mindset Coach & Founder of SQSP Themes

Depth. Humor. Walking the edge of the universe. Co-creating the internet. Being sustainably creative.
This conversation with Omari has it all. Truly.
I met Omari at this past year’s Squarespace Circle Day 2024 in NYC, and the presentation that he gave on stage resonated like no other. So when he said yes to coming on the show, we KNEW it was gonna be a good one…We’re so excited to share this conversation with you! ☺️
In this episode, we explore:
➡️ Omari’s journey & evolution into the online space
➡️ Taking the leap to create the things you wish were already created
➡️ The value of holding records of yourself in different ways
➡️ Letting go so you can let go
➡️ The process of consumption to creation
➡️ How do you get clear on your intention behind taking action
➡️ The “secret” to being sustainably creative
Links & Resources Mentioned:
>> The Corporate Dropout: Memoir>> SNAG THE DESIGN YOUR DREAM DAY WORKSHOP >> Buy us a coffee/support the podcast>> Get 20% off your next contract with The Contract Shop
About the Guest:
Omari Harebin is a homeschool dad, creative entrepreneur, and marketing coach. After walking away from the security of corporate America and facing the uncertainty of entrepreneurship, he built a thriving business as a solopreneur by redefining what’s possible with productized services and strategic growth. Now, Omari guides others to scale their own ventures, offering practical insights that lead to profound personal and business transformation.
Website: https://www.omariharebin.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/omariharebin
Learn more about Curiously Guided:
Curiously Guided: the podcast for intentional business owners & curious minds. Where the outer work meets the inner work, so we can create a life, business, and career that feels deeply fulfilling & wildly aligned.
✨ Website: Curiouslyguided.com✨ Instagram: Instagram.com/curiouslyguided
Connect with The hosts’ Shay + Mariah:
👉 Shay: saleswithshay.com | @saleswithshay
👉 Mariah: mariahmagazine.com | @mariahmagazineco

Ep.84 | The Cost of Being Everything to Everyone: Setting Boundaries & People-Pleasing, with Shay & Mariah

If you sometimes feel like setting boundaries is hard, or you’re curious about how the nuances show up in subtle ways, this episode is for you!
Join Shay & me in this conversation as we explore the cost of being everything to everyone, especially when it comes to different situations & what we’re choosing to do about it…
We hope you enjoy! ☺️
Included in this episode:
➡️ Exploring the nuances & layers of different situations➡️ The mistake most of us make when we start setting boundaries➡️ Noticing the energy *behind* the boundary➡️ Getting disconnected from what we ACTUALLY want➡️ The warning signs & how this shows up for us➡️ Choosing ourselves internally, first➡️ Letting people do their own tasks➡️ Not being the sacrificial lamb➡️ How this shows up with family, friends, and business➡️ Strengthening the muscle & being an example for others➡️ The consistent practice that we’re trying to implement
Additional Links & Resources Mentioned:
>> The Courage to Be Disliked (Book)>> FREE Meditation pack (includes dream day meditation)>> Buy us a coffee/support the podcast>> Get 20% off your next contract with The Contract Shop
Learn more about Curiously Guided:
Curiously Guided: the podcast for intentional business owners & curious minds. Where the outer work meets the inner work, so we can create a life, business, and career that feels deeply fulfilling & wildly aligned.
✨ Website: Curiouslyguided.com✨ Instagram: Instagram.com/curiouslyguided
Connect with The hosts’ Shay + Mariah:
👉 Shay: saleswithshay.com | @saleswithshay
👉 Mariah: mariahmagazine.com | @mariahmagazineco

Ep.83 | The “Magic” of EMDR & How it’s Changing Lives w/ Caili Danieu, Life Coach & Public Speaker

Ever wondered why you keep repeating the same patterns, even when you know better? Or maybe you've felt stuck in a loop, unable to shake off past experiences.
In this episode with Caili, we take a deep dive into the world of EMDR with a unique perspective on healing and transformation. We explore how EMDR can help you process past traumas, rewire your brain, and create a more fulfilling future.
We also dive into personal examples & experiences, while adding some humor & lightness to the subject.Enjoy! ☺️
In this episode, we explore:
➡️ What is EMDR & how does it work?
➡️ Exploring what trauma is
➡️ Combining EMDR with “Parts” work
➡️ What actually happens in an EMDR session
➡️ How our decision-making frameworks are influenced by previous experiences
➡️ Playing with the random thoughts that come up on the day to day & noticing patterns
➡️ What about doing EMDR on yourself?
➡️ How EMDR has impacted Caili’s personal and business life
(If you want to learn more about Caili’s story, check out her first interview on the podcast; episode #19)
 
About the Guest:
Caili Danieu is a life coach, speaker, and death doula. Using a unique blend of expertise in clinical psychology, spiritual philosophy, and end-of-life care, Caili empowers individuals to embrace life’s transitions with grace and courage. Her insights into living authentically and navigating the complexities of mortality challenge us to redefine our relationship with both life and death.
Website: https://www.cailidanieu.com/Instagram: http://instagram.com/caili_danieu
 
Learn more about Curiously Guided:
Curiously Guided: the podcast for intentional business owners & curious minds. Where the outer work meets the inner work, so we can create a life, business, and career that feels deeply fulfilling & wildly aligned.
✨ Website: Curiouslyguided.com✨ Instagram: Instagram.com/curiouslyguided
Connect with The hosts’ Shay + Mariah:
👉 Shay: saleswithshay.com | @saleswithshay
👉 Mariah: mariahmagazine.com | @mariahmagazineco

Ep.82 | WTF is Happening? Using Astrology & The Houses to Navigate Life w/ Ash Burnside, Astrologer & Educator

Ever wondered why your horoscope feels SO DAMN vague sometimes? In this episode, we're diving deep into astrology with Ash Burnside to get the real deal.
We chat about the 12 houses in your chart, what they mean, annnnnnd how to interpret things.
This episode is a game changer if you’re looking for a way to take your astrology knowledge to a new level while keeping it practical & actionable.
We definitely recommend having your birth chart open while you listen to this (if possible). If you need to snag your birth chart, here are the places we recommend:
Sanctuary App
TimePassages App
Astro Charts
Enjoy the episode! ☺️
In this episode, we explore:
➡️ What are the houses in astrology?
➡️ The importance of your rising sign 
➡️ Examples of how to read the houses based on which zodiac sign
➡️ Why typical astrology advice always feels vague and doesn’t always resonate 
➡️ What “Chiron” means in your chart 
➡️ Viewing astrology as a language vs. something fun to believe in 
➡️ How the house system builds on what came previously
➡️ What each of the houses means and how to consider them for your own life 
➡️ Our favorite resources & apps for astrology
➡️ How Ash decided to go all in on Astrology from a career standpoint
 
Quick Reference - House System Guide:
1st House: Self- Concept
2nd House: Values
3rd House: communication..what’s your message?
4th House: House of Roots…What grounds you?
5th House: Inner Child 
6th House: Routines 
7th House: Relationships/partnerships
8th House: What’s underneath? Subconscious patterns, invisible forces, shadows
9th House: Spirituality 
10th House: Public Self (all biz owners need to know this)
11th House: Shared Goals
12th House: Collective Unconscious, the things we have forgotten are sacred
 
Learn more about Curiously Guided:
Curiously Guided: the podcast for intentional business owners & curious minds. Where the outer work meets the inner work, so we can create a life, business, and career that feels deeply fulfilling & wildly aligned.
✨ Website: Curiouslyguided.com✨ Instagram: Instagram.com/curiouslyguided
Connect with The hosts’ Shay + Mariah:
👉 Shay: saleswithshay.com | @saleswithshay
👉 Mariah: mariahmagazine.com | @mariahmagazineco

Ep.81 | Experiments in Joy; Continuing to Trust the Nudge with Shay & Mariah

We’re BACKKKKKKK & ready to kick off season 5 🔥
We took a longer than expected pause between seasons, but we’re ready to tap in & get back in the game. Annnnd we’re super excited for the guests that we have lined up for this season because we know ya’ll are gonna love em’
Thanks for being here with us!!!
Cheers to season 5 <3
In this episode, we explore:
➡️ Behind the scenes of what’s been happening with both Shay & Mariah
➡️ Teasers about what’s coming up in this season
➡️ How we’re experimenting with joy
➡️ What we’re learning about ourselves & about business
➡️ The “jealousy” perspective shift
➡️ Annnnnnd so much more!
Additional Links & Resources Mentioned:
>> FREE Meditation pack (includes dream day meditation)>> Buy us a coffee/support the podcast>> Get 20% off your next contract with The Contract Shop
Learn more about Curiously Guided:
Curiously Guided: the podcast for intentional business owners & curious minds. Where the outer work meets the inner work, so we can create a life, business, and career that feels deeply fulfilling & wildly aligned.
✨ Website: Curiouslyguided.com✨ Instagram: Instagram.com/curiouslyguided
Connect with The hosts’ Shay + Mariah:
👉 Shay: saleswithshay.com | @saleswithshay
👉 Mariah: mariahmagazine.com | @mariahmagazineco