empowerHER
Self-Improvement
About
empowerHER is all about cutting through the BS fluff to have honest, entertaining, real-talk conversations about life, business, motherhood and relationships. We pull back the curtain in a very “come with me, let’s figure out life together” kind of way—so you can take aligned action and build a life you really freakin’ love. Hosted by Kacia Ghetmiri, this show is your space for raw, relatable conversations that don’t shy away from the mess, the magic and the unapologetic ambition. You’ll hear stories, strategies and mindset shifts that show you—all of it is possible.
Episodes
- Before You Pivot… Listen to This
This episode discusses the difference between motivation and capacity problems, and how ambitious women might misinterpret burnout as misalignment. It explores managing feelings of being overwhelmed while building a business, raising a tod…
- 5 Expensive Mistakes I’m Watching Smart Women Make
This episode of empowerHER discusses five expensive mistakes high-achieving women often make in areas like business, relationships, and life. It covers issues such as waiting for the perfect moment, over-researching, and seeking external v…
- The Real Reason You’re Not There Yet (It’s Not What You Think)
This episode explores how self-identity and internal language, rather than effort or consistency, are the primary factors determining progress towards goals. It suggests that changing results requires a shift in self-perception to align wi…
- The Reframe That Changes Everything
This episode explores a reframe that challenges the notion of 'hard' tasks, suggesting they may simply be unfamiliar. The host shares a personal reframing technique to help listeners navigate new situations, growth, and identity changes mo…
- The reframe on OVERWHELM you might really need 👀
This episode explores the concept of overwhelm as a potential form of avoidance rather than a lack of progress. The host discusses how fear and decision-making delays manifest as overwhelm and offers a perspective on moving forward through…
- Things I Don’t Feel Guilty About Anymore (And Maybe You Shouldn’t Either)
This empowerHER episode discusses guilt carried by women, particularly mothers. The host shares personal examples of things she no longer feels guilty about, encouraging listeners to release similar burdens. The episode also briefly mentio…
- You Are Not Your Worst Moment: Why We Judge Ourselves & OThers Too Harshly (+ How to Stop)
This episode of empowerHER discusses the human tendency to judge ourselves and others based on single negative moments rather than consistent patterns. Inspired by James Sexton, it encourages listeners to recognize they are not defined by…
- The Small Decisions That Quietly Change Your Entire Life
This episode explores how seemingly small decisions, driven by curiosity and mild discomfort, can profoundly alter your life's trajectory over time, rather than relying on huge, dramatic turning points.
- The Hidden Cost of Being “The Strong One”
This episode discusses the invisible pressure and hidden costs associated with being the high-capacity, hyper-independent "strong one." It addresses the exhaustion and identity issues that can arise from always being the fixer and offers p…
- If I Had to Start From ZERO… Here’s Exactly What I’d Do
In this episode of empowerHER, the host shares a tactical guide on how to build a business from scratch with no existing audience or brand recognition. She outlines a strategy focused on revenue, relationship building, and simplification o…
- The Power of Beginner Energy (Why It’s the Secret to Long-Term Success)
This episode of empowerHER discusses the concept of "beginner energy," arguing it's not an expiration date but a choosable state that fuels momentum, joy, and results. It suggests accessing this aliveness can transform both new endeavors a…
- Is the Juggle Really the Problem… or Is It Misalignment?
This empowerHER episode discusses alignment, distinguishing it from ease. The host shares her experience managing a full plate—motherhood, pregnancy, supporting a startup, and building a business—while feeling energized, suggesting that th…
- That’s THEIR Story, Not YOURS; All about Projections vs. Personal Truth
This empowerHER episode discusses projections, which are stories others impose on us about our identity and capabilities. The host emphasizes distinguishing these external narratives from personal truth to avoid limiting beliefs and achiev…
- The Permission Slip You Didn’t Know You Needed
This episode focuses on the internal permission women often withhold from themselves, such as the right to be human, desire support, evolve, and speak truth. It emphasizes that granting oneself this permission is a crucial first step for a…
- Future-You Has Got This: A Pep Talk for Anxiety & Overthinking
This episode offers a pep talk for anxiety and overthinking, addressing uncertainty and the challenges of entering new phases with many unknowns. It includes power questions to help manage worries about the future and reminds listeners of…
- Are You CHOOSING… or Trying to PROVE Something?
This episode discusses the exhausting nature of 'proving energy,' common among ambitious women, and contrasts it with 'choosing energy.' It encourages listeners to move from a place of desire, alignment, and self-trust rather than seeking…
- Blissfully Dissatisfied: Holding Gratitude and Ambition at the Same Damn Time
In this solo episode, host Kacia Ghetmiri explores the concept of "blissful dissatisfaction"—the ability to balance gratitude for your current life with a desire for future growth. The discussion focuses on embracing the process, managing…
- 🎙️ How to Rebuild Momentum Without Burning Yourself the F Out
This empowerHER episode discusses rebuilding momentum without burnout, emphasizing direction over speed and setting goals based on your current life season. It offers strategies like choosing a 30-60 day focus, prioritizing energy over mot…
- [PART 2] You’re Not Stuck — You’re Evolving: How to Trust Yourself Through Change
Part 2 of the series focuses on trusting yourself during change, exploring themes of slowing down, embracing confusion, the value of quitting, and understanding that feeling 'stuck' can be a sign of evolution. The episode encourages listen…
- [PART 1] I’M BACKKK! A Plot Twist & Permission to Change Your Damn Mind
In the first part of empowerHER's comeback episode, the host details her six-month break, unexpected life pivots, and embraces the idea that changing your mind is a form of growth. She discusses grief, identity shifts, and encourages liste…
- The end of an ERA. 🤟🏻
The host announces the final episode of empowerHER, expressing heartfelt thanks to the listeners for their support and participation throughout the journey. While this chapter is closing, the host expresses excitement for what the future h…
- When You're In the Middle of a Messy, Beautiful Rebuild (and Learning to Trust Yourself Again)
This raw solo episode from empowerHER discusses the process of rebuilding when life changes, focusing on self-trust and alignment. It aims to support listeners in their own 'in-between' seasons.
- [INTERVIEW] Unlocking Your Potential with Human Design + practical insights in work, love and life w/ Erin Claire Jones
This episode features Erin Claire Jones discussing the practical applications of Human Design in daily life, career, and relationships. The conversation explores how understanding your unique design can lead to better decision-making and g…
- Is it the right move? Following your Gut into the Unknown
This episode features a conversation about risk-taking, regret, and self-support in decision-making, including the founding of the company RentUp. It also touches on identity and the grief associated with change.
- Permission to change it up 🤘🏻
In this episode, the host discusses personal and podcast evolution, encouraging listeners to evaluate their lives for better alignment. The episode also features a promotion for CLEARSTEM skincare.
- You Don’t Have a Problem… You Have a Problem With Problems
This episode discusses the inevitability of problems in life and business, using the startup Rentup as a real-time example. It focuses on reframing problems as opportunities for growth and learning, encouraging listeners that they have the…
- [INTERVIEW] Hormones & Fertility: What Every Woman Should Know (But Was Never Taught) w/ Corinne Angelica
Corinne Angelica, a holistic nutritionist specializing in fertility, discusses essential aspects of female fertility on empowerHER. Topics include blood sugar regulation, nutrition, hormonal balance, the impact of stress on conception, and…
- [PEP TALK] it's time to DECIDE; Where are we even HEADED girl?
This episode uses a GPS analogy to discuss taking action and setting clear goals in life and business. It offers questions to help listeners choose a goal and begin making progress, emphasizing that action is essential for development.
- The Balancing Act: Control & Faith
This episode discusses navigating uncertainty by finding a balance between control (data, game plan) and faith, especially during personal challenges or in career and business. It covers decision-making aligned with goals and values while…
- "The HAPPY path” redefined.
This empowerHER episode redefines "The Happy Path," using the engineering concept of an ideal journey without obstacles as a metaphor for navigating life's unpredictable nature after loss. It explores redefining success and happiness, find…
- The unexpected heartbreak; Our second miscarriage
The empowerHER podcast host shares the heartbreaking news of a second miscarriage. The episode aims to normalize discussions about grief and provide context for those navigating similar fertility journeys.
- [Q&A w/me] All things Early Entrepreneurship, Marriage Seasons, Motherhood & Re-defining value & self-worth
In this empowerHER Q&A episode, the host answers listener questions on early entrepreneurship mindset, balancing family and personal needs, and redefining self-worth as a mother who has adjusted her business. The discussion also touches on…
- 6 reminders I give myself on the reg (that I think you’ll love too).
This empowerHER episode shares 6 significant personal reminders focused on growth, fulfillment, and joy. It aims to provide a boost or a check-in to ensure listeners are supporting themselves in living a fulfilled life. The episode also pr…
- [LIFE UPDATE] a wild reminder there are some things you just can’t explain
The host shares a personal life update, recounting a story about trusting something bigger than herself and finding peace and joy amidst uncertainty. The episode is framed as a casual chat between girlfriends.
- [INTERVIEW] The POWER PAUSE; re-defining CAREER BREAKS, Navigating Societal Expectations and IDENTITY as ambitious moms
This episode features Neha Ruch, author of "The Power Pause," who discusses redefining career breaks and navigating societal expectations and identity as ambitious mothers. Connections to Neha's work and an event for mompreneurs are also m…
- IGNITING SELF BELIEF; because who YOU THINK you are REALLY matters.
This episode of empowerHER focuses on self-belief and identity as keys to achieving life goals. It shares a transformative story about a man who changed careers after receiving unexpected news.
- [HIS & HER] Navigating the Entrepreneurial Rollercoaster + Developing long game Mentality
This episode features a discussion between podcast hosts about the ups and downs of entrepreneurship, focusing on the challenges of starting a new business. They cover building confidence, the importance of consistency and alignment, and d…
- Navigating FEAR after an undesired outcome + Supporting YOURSELF through tough chapters
This episode discusses processing emotions without judgment, the role of fear in personal and business growth, and how thoughts shape beliefs and actions. It offers tactical and honest support for navigating difficult periods.
- The GUILT TRAP Am I DOING it “RIGHT?” Let’s define SUCCESS on YOUR terms
The empowerHER podcast episode 'The GUILT TRAP Am I DOING it “RIGHT?”' explores societal definitions of success and personal journeys, including navigating grief after a miscarriage on one's own terms. It encourages listeners to define suc…
- Finding Gratitude Amongst Heartbreak; Our Miscarriage Story
This episode shares a personal miscarriage story in real-time, aiming to provide comfort and perspective for others experiencing similar situations. The speaker discusses finding gratitude and learning from this difficult season.
- [INTERVIEW] Getting out of the “Roommate Phase” in your relationship, Communication Strategies for deeper CONNECTION & identifying your EMOTIONAL TRIGGERS w/ Sought After Marriage coach Jocelyn Freeman
This episode features marriage coach Jocelyn Freeman discussing how childhood experiences influence adult relationships, the challenges of maintaining connection post-children, and the "roommate phase." It offers practical strategies for d…
- Confidence Hack: Are you choosing the right story to ENERGIZE?
This episode discusses how the internal story we tell ourselves shapes our perspective and actions. Focusing on this narrative is presented as a hack to build self-confidence and guide decision-making towards desired outcomes.
- A tactical STRATEGY breakdown: What I’m SPECIFICALLY doing this year to make MORE PROFIT working HALF the amount
This episode breaks down a tactical strategy for increasing profit while working less. It covers reverse engineering goals, evaluating support needs, identifying target audiences, analyzing product suites, and focusing on profit over reven…
- What’s it really going to take: A spicy convo to help with CONSISTENCY
This episode discusses the effort required to achieve goals, covering health, new business navigation, and branding. It aims to provide a reframing to help listeners become more consistent.
- [MOM CHAT] Creating UNAPOLOGETIC boundaries, Decision Making Strategies + Navigating “MOM GUILT” with CEO of Create & Cultivate Marina Middleton
Marina Middleton rejoins the empowerHER podcast to discuss balancing motherhood and a career, sharing strategies for decision-making, communication, and establishing boundaries. The conversation addresses mom guilt and holding onto career…
- The FIRE STARTER: If you've lost your MOTIVATION or SPARK- play this!
This episode addresses burnout, overwhelm, and the frustration of lacking immediate results. It discusses shifts in priorities, creative fatigue, and the importance of re-evaluating and updating one's vision.
- [HIS & HER] JUGGLING your RELATIONSHIP & honoring your AMBITION throughSEASONS: What’s WORKED & what HAS definitely NOT.
In this episode of empowerHER, the host and her husband Seena reflect on 16 years of navigating relationship challenges, career shifts, and entrepreneurship, sharing insights on what worked and what didn't.
- [PEP TALK] The ENERGY and JOY JOLT you need.
This episode aims to energize and inspire listeners with personal growth insights, focusing on gratitude, managing external perspectives, and reinforcing the listener's 'why'. It offers practical advice and mentions opportunities for 1-on-…
- [MOM CHAT] Tapping into your INTUITION + unapologetic ITERATION w/Amber Lilyestrom
In this empowerHER episode, host Kacia Ghetmiri and guest Amber Lilyestrom discuss motherhood, personal identity, and creative expression. They explore tapping into intuition and building a business that aligns with personal values and nee…
- BABY GIRAFFE MODE, SNEAKY ways we SABOTAGE in our MARRIAGES + releasing CONTROL to feel LIGHTER
This EMPOWERHER episode explores relationship patterns, possibly focusing on self-sabotage in marriages and ways to foster deeper connection for a lighter feeling.