In this episode of the Get Empowered podcast, host Erika returns after a year-long hiatus to explore the journey of living in alignment with personal values. Erika candidly shares her experiences of taking a step back to prioritize mental, spiritual, and emotional health. She discusses the importance of giving oneself grace, the power of reevaluating life choices, and the freedom to pivot when things don't feel right. Tune in for an honest conversation about embracing change, finding joy in hobbies, and the lessons learned from a year of reflection and growth.Follow along on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/erika.vichcalesFollow along on TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@empowered.with.erikaFollow along on Youtube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCO2gw_FNgR51t3K-DZF_XKA

Are you noticing that sometimes other people dim your light? This week, Erika talks about how a recent experience she had was a great reminder on why you should never dim someone else's light. We all are going through different life ups and downs, but vibrating from a higher light and celebrating those around you is the most empowering. Tune in now for your weekly reminder to get empowered.Click play now- just by listening you are one step closer to living empowered!Chapters00:00 This week's podcast topic1:11 Weekly Gratitude4:49 What I'm Currently Loving - My go-to summer shorts & waterless skincare7:49 A reminder to not dim other people's light - an Erika rant21:11 Chakra Card Pull24:35 OutroSubmit your questions here: https://forms.gle/JZfcwn515y7498jm8Take my skincare quiz herehttps://us.olivetreepeople.com/pages/olive-brain-regime?referral=evichcalesTry your own waterless skincare herehttps://us.olivetreepeople.com/?referral=evichcales&fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR1WX_5p5TKXhjtMNiHJg4mdy8x-m3SlmGtzGMJ-ntFXMC1gaa9gNCYOPHU_aem_ASebAHt-dqGTlFRv3qXIpsSSOJHv35QCMBLwxsVcagpYFOcg7v7kOfTNBQ4xjvIagbgueDR2FY4_3CWvo9s3hlS-My go-to shorts for summerhttps://a.co/d/0elJkc8WGet your fruit, veggie and berry capsules herehttps://erikavichcales.juiceplus.com/us/enFollow along on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/erika.vichcalesFollow along on TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@empowered.with.erikaFollow along on Youtube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCO2gw_FNgR51t3K-DZF_XKA

Are you wanting to manifest a life that you love, but feel like nothing is working? This week, Erika talks about the mindset shift she made that helped her take her manifestation to another level. No matter whether you are trying to increase your bank account, find your true love or get your dream body this life hack can help you get there. Whether or not you are brand new to manifestation or have been doing this for a while, then this is the episode for youClick play now- just by listening you are one step closer to living empowered!Chapters00:00 This week's podcast topic1:45 Weekly Gratitude2:40 What I'm Currently Loving - Taylor Swift & Travis Kelce8:45 My Go-To Mindset Shift for Manifestation23:40 Chakra Card Pull26:54 OutroSubmit your questions here: https://forms.gle/JZfcwn515y7498jm8Take my skincare quiz herehttps://us.olivetreepeople.com/pages/olive-brain-regime?referral=evichcalesTry your own waterless skincare herehttps://us.olivetreepeople.com/?referral=evichcales&fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR1WX_5p5TKXhjtMNiHJg4mdy8x-m3SlmGtzGMJ-ntFXMC1gaa9gNCYOPHU_aem_ASebAHt-dqGTlFRv3qXIpsSSOJHv35QCMBLwxsVcagpYFOcg7v7kOfTNBQ4xjvIagbgueDR2FY4_3CWvo9s3hlS-Get your fruit, veggie and berry capsules herehttps://erikavichcales.juiceplus.com/us/enFollow along on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/erika.vichcalesFollow along on TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@empowered.with.erikaFollow along on Youtube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCO2gw_FNgR51t3K-DZF_XKA

Are you wanting to create a new beginning or feel like the journey is never ending? This week, Erika talks about taking the leap to do something new and celebrating small wins along the way. We chat about visualization being a tool for manifestation, the importance of aligning your energy with what feels right, and celebrating the progress made. Whether or not you have a similar healing journey, if you are looking for practical advice with a big sister pep talk, then this is the episode for youClick play now- just by listening you are one step closer to living empowered!Chapters00:00 This week's podcast topic2:20 Weekly Gratitude3:44 What I'm Currently Loving - skincare addition13:30 New Beginnings37:30 Chakra Card Pull41:29 OutroSubmit your questions here: https://forms.gle/JZfcwn515y7498jm8Take my skincare quiz herehttps://us.olivetreepeople.com/pages/olive-brain-regime?referral=evichcalesTry your own waterless skincare herehttps://us.olivetreepeople.com/?referral=evichcales&fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR1WX_5p5TKXhjtMNiHJg4mdy8x-m3SlmGtzGMJ-ntFXMC1gaa9gNCYOPHU_aem_ASebAHt-dqGTlFRv3qXIpsSSOJHv35QCMBLwxsVcagpYFOcg7v7kOfTNBQ4xjvIagbgueDR2FY4_3CWvo9s3hlS-Get your fruit, veggie and berry capsules herehttps://erikavichcales.juiceplus.com/us/enFollow along on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/erika.vichcalesFollow along on TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@empowered.with.erikaFollow along on Youtube:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCO2gw_FNgR51t3K-DZF_XKA

Are you feeling lost or stuck and are looking for advice? This week, Erika dives into another Mindset Monday episode where she shares mindset tips to help you create and maintain progress in your own mindset. During this week's mindset share, Erika explains why she took a few weeks off from podcasting and how the time off allowed her to reflect, realign and. reignite her spark for helping others. Whether or not you have a similar healing journey, if you are looking for practical advice with a little bit of big sister tough love, then this is the episode for youClick play now- just by listening you are one step closer to living empowered!Chapters00:00 This week's podcast topic1:22 Where tf did I go?4:14 Weekly Gratitude4:48 What I'm Currently Loving7:05 Mindset Monday - Getting Your Groove Back21:25 OutroSubmit your questions here: https://forms.gle/JZfcwn515y7498jm8Get your fruit, veggie and berry capsules herehttps://erikavichcales.juiceplus.com/us/enFollow along on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/erika.vichcalesFollow along on TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@empowered.with.erikaFollow along on Youtube:https://youtu.be/Rnoo0KmFB2w

Are you in a recovery journey and are looking for advice? This week, Erika dives into another Sober Big Sister episodes where she answers questions from people like yourself looking for advice. During this week's questions we dive into the topics of handling family conflict at formal events, how to go no contact and being critical of your partner. It can be difficult to turn to your friends in these scenarios, and now you have a safe space to be heard and understood. Whether or not you are in recovery, if you are looking for practical advice with a little bit of big sister tough love, then this is the episode for youClick play now- just by listening you are one step closer to living empowered!Chapters00:00 This week's podcast topic1:44 Weekly gratitude2:50 What am I currently loving?4:00 Question #1 - How to handle toxic family at functions or events8:15 Question #2 - Is being critical of your partner common?20:18 Question #3 - How do I go no contact?33:11 Weekly chakra card pull36:09 OutroSubmit your questions here: https://forms.gle/JZfcwn515y7498jm8Get your fruit, veggie and berry capsules herehttps://erikavichcales.juiceplus.com/us/enFollow along on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/erika.vichcalesFollow along on TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@empowered.with.erikaFollow along on Youtube:https://youtu.be/Rnoo0KmFB2w

Are you in a recovery journey and are looking for advice? This week, Erika dives into another Sober Big Sister episodes where she answers questions from people like yourself looking for advice. During this week's questions we dive into the topic shame after drinking, how to know when it is time to move on from a relationship and dealing with emotionally immature parent. It can be difficult to turn to your friends in these scenarios, and now you have a safe space to be heard and understood. Whether or not you are in recovery, if you are looking for practical advice with a little tough love, then this is the episode for youClick play now- just by listening you are one step closer to living empowered!Chapters00:00 This week's podcast topic2:02 Weekly gratitude3:09. What am I currently loving?4:44 Question #1 - How to move on from drunken shame16:49 Question #2 - I am considering breaking up with my boyfriend? What do I do?29:20 Question #3 - I am having cognitive dissonance with my emotionally immature mother. Am I the only one?46:57 Weekly chakra card pull50:12 OutroSubmit your questions here: https://forms.gle/JZfcwn515y7498jm8Get your fruit, veggie and berry capsules herehttps://erikavichcales.juiceplus.com/us/enFollow along on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/erika.vichcalesFollow along on TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@empowered.with.erikaFollow along on Youtube:https://youtu.be/Rnoo0KmFB2w

Are you in a recovery journey and are looking for advice? This week, Erika shares how years of "doing the work" in therapy and Adult Children of Alcoholics led to a huge milestone in her recovery. This was only possible due to honest communication, vulnerability and lots of therapy, but it was worth the effort. If you are an adult child of an alcoholic or family dysfunction and need a reminder that it CAN GET BETTER then this is the episode for you.Click play now- just by listening you are one step closer to living empowered!Chapters00:00 This Week's Podcast Topic2:22 Weekly Gratitude3:00. What Am I Currently Loving? Bright nails & Bridgerton!4:44 My HUGE milestone that was 20 years in the making 21:14 Weekly Chakra Card Pull24:09 OutroSubmit your questions here: https://forms.gle/JZfcwn515y7498jm8Get the Goal Getter Guide Herehttps://static1.squarespace.com/static/627da76b29c5f265193ee3c4/t/63a3c31765a3d92ed98371b3/1671676708085/Goal+Getter+Guidebook.pdfGet your fruit, veggie and berry capsules herehttps://erikavichcales.juiceplus.com/us/enFollow along on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/erika.vichcalesFollow along on TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@empowered.with.erikaFollow along on Youtube:https://youtu.be/Rnoo0KmFB2w

Are you in a recovery journey and are looking for advice? This week, Erika is answering questions about if is it too late to start, how to handle the difference in personalities of family when drunk vs sober, and how to feel emotions without taking it out on your partner. I share my favorite Adult Child of Alcoholics/Family Dysfunction resources, how it is never too late to start your healing as an adult child of dysfunction and what to do when you need to set a boundary. It can be difficult to turn to your friends in these scenarios, and now you have a safe space to be heard and understood. Whether or not you are in recovery, if you are looking for practical advice with a little tough love, then this is the episode for you.Click play now- just by listening you are one step closer to living empowered!Chapters00:00 This Week's Podcast Topic2:19 Weekly Gratitude3:09. What Am I Currently Loving? Taylor Swift's The Tortured Poets Department!8:13 Question #1 -Is it too late to start?21:09. Question #2 - Nice when sober, but horrible when not. What do I do?32:32 Question #3 - How do you feel upset without taking it out on your partner?54:11 Weekly Chakra Card Pull57:05 OutroSubmit your questions here: https://forms.gle/JZfcwn515y7498jm8Get the Goal Getter Guide Herehttps://static1.squarespace.com/static/627da76b29c5f265193ee3c4/t/63a3c31765a3d92ed98371b3/1671676708085/Goal+Getter+Guidebook.pdfGet your fruit, veggie and berry capsules herehttps://erikavichcales.juiceplus.com/us/enFollow along on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/erika.vichcalesFollow along on TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@empowered.with.erikaFollow along on Youtube:https://youtu.be/Rnoo0KmFB2w

Are you in a recovery journey and are looking for advice? This week, Erika is answering questions about if our childhood affects whether we want to have children, how to move on from resentment and how to feel more complete. I share my favorite Adult Child of Alcoholics/Family Dysfunction resources, my thoughts on having kids as an adult child of dysfunction and what to do if your inner critic is LOUD. It can be difficult to turn to your friends in these scenarios, and now you have a safe space to be heard and understood. Whether or not you are in recovery, if you are looking for practical advice with a little tough love, then this is the episode for you.Click play now- just by listening you are one step closer to living empowered!Chapters00:00 This Week's Podcast Topic2:00 Weekly Gratitude3:26. What Am I Currently Loving?7:28 Question #1 - Has anyone else decided to not have kids?21:34. Question #2 - How can I get over the resentment I feel for my life being way harder than it had to be by no fault of my own?35:44 Question #3 - Do the holes ever get filled?44:12 Weekly Chakra Card Pull26:40 OutroSubmit your questions here: https://forms.gle/JZfcwn515y7498jm8Get the Goal Getter Guide Herehttps://static1.squarespace.com/static/627da76b29c5f265193ee3c4/t/63a3c31765a3d92ed98371b3/1671676708085/Goal+Getter+Guidebook.pdfGet Your MONAT Haircare/Skincare Herehttps://evichcales.mymonat.com/Get your fruit, veggie and berry capsules herehttps://erikavichcales.juiceplus.com/us/enFollow along on Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/erika.vichcalesFollow along on TikTok:https://www.tiktok.com/@empowered.with.erikaFollow along on Youtube:https://youtu.be/Rnoo0KmFB2w