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In today’s fast-paced, self-preserving world, we’ve become more focused on defending ourselves than truly listening to others. Conversations often feel like battles instead of bridges, and the result? Disconnection, misunderstanding, and cycles of unresolved pain.

In this episode of Hello Intention, we’re diving into the transformative power of listening without judgment. We’ll explore why so many of us struggle to acknowledge and own difficult conversations, how avoidance impacts relationships, and most importantly, how we can shift toward deeper awareness, healing, and growth.

Are you really listening—or just waiting for your turn to speak?

Too often, we enter conversations with our defenses up, ready to protect our own perspective rather than opening ourselves up to understanding someone else’s. But what if true growth, connection, and healing come from the moments where we choose to listen instead of react?

In this episode, we’re tackling:

✅ Why self-defense often overrides real listening—and how it impacts our relationships
✅ The emotional cost of avoidance and shutting down difficult conversations
✅ How to validate and empower yourself if you constantly feel unheard
✅ Tangible steps to shift from defensive listening to active, compassionate engagement

Listening without judgment is a skill that can change the way we connect with the world around us. Whether you’re navigating personal relationships, family dynamics, or professional conversations, this episode will equip you with the mindset shifts and tools you need to create meaningful, healing dialogue.

This is more than just a conversation—it's a call to transformation.

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Behind The Mask: Breaking Free and Embracing Authenticity

Are you hiding behind a mask that protects but also confines you? In this empowering episode of Hello Intention, we uncover the reasons we hide our true selves and explore the costs of living inauthentically. Tune in to discover practical steps to reconnect with your authentic self and take the courageous journey toward living a life free of fear and pretense.

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Have you ever felt like the version of you the world sees isn’t the full picture? Maybe you’ve built a protective mask to navigate life’s challenges. While these masks can help us survive, they often hold us back from truly thriving. In today’s episode, we’re diving deep into what it means to remove the mask, embrace your authentic self, and find the freedom to live in alignment with who you truly are.

What does it mean to truly show up as yourself? For so many of us, life’s experiences have taught us to hide behind carefully crafted masks—whether it’s perfectionism, humor, or stoicism. These masks serve a purpose, but at what cost?

In this episode, we’ll explore:

• The roots of masking, from early social conditioning to responses to trauma.
• The hidden costs of staying behind the mask, including emotional disconnection, chronic stress, and missed opportunities for growth.
• Transformative steps to unmask yourself and reconnect with your true identity.

Through heartfelt narratives and actionable steps, let's build awareness, embrace vulnerability, and seek out environments that celebrate the real you. Because living authentically isn’t just about removing the mask; it’s about creating a life that reflects the beautiful complexity of who you are.

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🌟 Don’t let fear or pretense hold you back. Tune in, share your story, and step into the freedom of being unapologetically you!

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Life’s setbacks can feel like stumbling blocks, but what if they’re actually stepping stones? In this empowering episode of Hello Intention, Shivon M. dives deep into the art of rebuilding after life’s challenges. Whether you’re navigating a career shift, healing from a personal loss, or redefining your goals, this episode offers practical insights and therapeutic guidance to help you transform obstacles into opportunities for growth.

Grab a notebook, get comfortable, and let’s explore how you can rebuild not just to survive but to thrive.

Have you ever faced a setback that left you feeling stuck, unsure, or defeated? You’re not alone. Setbacks are a part of life, but they don’t have to define your story. In this episode of Hello Intention, licensed therapist Shivon M. walks you through the process of turning challenges into building blocks for a brighter future.

Here’s what you’ll uncover in this episode:

• The Hidden Lessons in Setbacks: Discover how challenges reveal areas for growth and hidden strengths you might not realize you have.
• Emotional Healing and Self-Compassion: Learn how to process difficult emotions and treat yourself with the kindness you deserve during tough times.
• Building a Resilient Foundation: Explore practical steps for aligning your life with your core values and creating a plan that sustains long-term growth.
• The Role of Mental Health in Resilience: Understand the importance of caring for your mental well-being and how it supports your journey to rebuild.

Shivon’s blend of therapeutic wisdom and actionable advice ensures that this episode is not just a conversation but a catalyst for real change.

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Let’s turn setbacks into stepping stones—together.

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Until next time, remember: You’re not starting over—you’re starting stronger.

Stay intentional, stay courageous, and stay thriving!

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Welcome Back to Hello Intention! Today, we’re diving into the art of crafting a vision for your future—a vision that’s intentional, authentic, and uniquely yours. Forget the fleeting resolutions and unrealistic timelines; this is about aligning with your purpose, setting meaningful goals, and learning to trust the process along the way. Get ready to feel inspired, equipped, and empowered to create a future that truly reflects who you are.

The second week of the year is the perfect time to shift gears from setting resolutions to creating a vision—a purposeful, sustainable vision for your life.

In this episode, Shivon M., your out-of-the-box licensed therapist, dives deep into:

• Why resolutions fail: Discover the surprising statistics behind New Year’s goals and why a vision-focused approach is more effective.
• Reflection and alignment: Learn how reflecting on 2024 can provide clarity and create a strong foundation for the year ahead.
• Building an authentic vision: Craft a vision that reflects who you are, not who you think you should be.
• Trusting the process: Understand why patience, flexibility, and support are key to making your vision a reality.
• Prioritizing mental health: Explore how to protect your well-being while working towards your dreams.

If you’re ready to let go of outdated resolutions and embrace a vision that aligns with your deepest values, this episode is for you.

Ready to bring your vision to life? We’ve got the perfect free resource to help!

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• Reflect on the past, align with your purpose, and break your vision into actionable steps.

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✨ This is your year to align, grow, and thrive. Let’s take the journey together.

Listen now and start creating a future you’ll be proud to live in.

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Happy New Year! In this episode of Hello Intention, Shivon M., licensed psychotherapist, kicks off the year with a conversation about the transformative power of JOY. But this isn’t your average New Year pep talk—it's a real, grounded exploration of how to find joy even in life’s imperfect moments.

Tune in as Shivon breaks down what joy really is (hint: it’s more than happiness) and discover actionable ways to step into a brand-new chapter. Whether you’re feeling hopeful, uncertain, or somewhere in between, this episode will leave you empowered to create a life rooted in intention and joy.

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Welcome to a brand-new year and a fresh chapter of Hello Intention!

In this episode we dive into:

• The true meaning of joy: Why it’s deeper than happiness and how it can sustain us through life’s ups and downs.
• Reflecting on the past year: Lessons learned, moments of gratitude, and how even challenges can shape us for the better.
• Cultivating joy in the year ahead: Practical ways to build daily habits that anchor you in gratitude, mindfulness, and self-celebration.

Here’s what you’ll take away from this episode:

• A mindset shift that will help you see light even in the darkest moments.
• Tools to reflect on the past with gratitude and step into the future with intention.
• A step-by-step guide to creating daily and weekly practices that nurture joy.

This isn’t about resolutions or quick fixes—it’s about showing up for yourself in real, meaningful ways that align with your intentions.

Ready to cultivate more joy in your life? We’ve created a free, downloadable “Count It All Joy” Worksheet to help you reflect, plan, and embrace joy every day.

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✨ Together, we’re turning Intention into Action!

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Welcome to "Hello Intention" the Podcast. A place where there is no judgement, no shame, and no guilt. Each episode is customized to help YOU discover and utilize the Power of Intention within.

In this Episode
We chat about the element of “Breaking Cycles and Being the Change!”
Cycle - noun
-- any complete round or series of occurrences that repeats or is repeated
--a recurring period of time, especially one in which certain events or phenomena repeat themselves in the same order and at the same intervals
(Dictionary)

When we repeat behaviors, thoughts, and or actions that are unhealthy we place ourselves in a position to be stagnant in our lives, positions that are not serving, positions that do not support where we are looking to go in our life.

Let's begin to walk out of these unhealthy cycles and exercise our ability to live a life that is serving - utilizing healthy behaviors and efforts that will take us to our desired positions.

Take-Aways
The 🔑's you will collect include:
Examples of what unhealthy cycles can look like / could be.
6 Steps to take when working Intentionally to break our cycles and Be the Change we desire!

Have you found yourself in certain cycles that have not been serving you?
Has this been something you've been uncertain about how to navigate out of? Was this episode helpful in getting you started on your journey to releasing yourself from these cycles?

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Welcome to another episode of "Hello Intention" the Podcast. A place where there is no judgement, no shame, and no guilt. Each episode is customized to help YOU discover and utilize the Power of Intention within.

In this episode
We chat about the element of "Superwomen". Have you ever looked at yourself as a "Superwoman", have you been called one? Do you feel like you need to uphold this title and all it entails? Have you ever considered the effects it has on all parts of You and your life?

Let's look at shifting this narrative and intentionally walking in a position that serves us regardless of what the narrative is - that others have or that we may have adopted ourselves along the way.

Take-Aways
You will collect 💎's to show you how to intentionally remove your "Cape" and shift into a space that is serving.

Have you been stuck in a "Superwoman position? Did you or did you not realize it? Was this episode helpful in getting you started on your journey to releasing yourself from those unrealistic expectations?

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Welcome to another Season of "Hello Intention" the Podcast. A place where there is no judgement, no shame, and no guilt. Each episode is customized to help YOU discover and utilize the Power of Intention within.

In this episode:
Discovering and understanding our Why is an important element to developing awareness for our journey in life. Our Why helps us commit to our process, desires, needs, healing and much more. It's helps us align our behaviors, actions, and even associations. It is a necessary component to how we show up and often what we go after. Let's put some Intention behind exploring our own "Why"!

I absolutely still provide you tools to navigate this!! You'll walk away with three 💎's to practically work towards aligning yourself with your Why.

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