The Owaken Podcast

In this raw and real episode of The Owaken Podcast, Lukis Mac and Hellè Weston reveal the journey to cultivating true, lasting self-worth.  They share never-before-told stories about struggling with low self-worth and its profound impact on their lives—from missed opportunities to feelings of unworthiness in career, relationships and more! Lukis and Hellè will guide you in how to overcome these barriers and give you behind-the-scenes insights into the practical steps they took to raise their self-worth. Expect to come away from this conversation with a deeper understanding of the importance of inner work, positive self-talk, investing in oneself, working through childhood traumas, and regulating the nervous system to find safety while living boldly. (00:00) Introduction to Raising Self Worth (00:40) Personal Struggles with Low Self Worth (02:06) Setting Intentions for the Episode (03:19) Journey Through Low Self Worth (05:49) Understanding Low Self Worth vs. Low Self Esteem (09:46) Impact of Childhood and Defining Moments (16:08) Intergenerational Patterns and Parental Influence (20:56) Healing and Overcoming Low Self Worth (22:01) The Role of Affirmations and Positive Self Talk (23:45) Surface Level Changes and Self Worth (25:39) The Armor of Tattoos and Self Protection (27:10) Emotional Suppression and Relationship Challenges (30:22) The Turning Point: Breathwork and Emotional Processing (31:17) The Truth About Inner and Outer Work (36:02) Overcoming Limiting Beliefs (36:47) Separating Self-Worth from Physical Appearance (38:24) Craving Parental Love and Its Impact (41:35) Financial Self-Worth and Abundance (42:54) Investing in Yourself for Growth (45:30) Transformative Dental Journey (52:02) Manifesting Financial Freedom (58:21) The Spiritual Aspect of Self-Worth (01:05:22) Daily Practices for Self-Worth (01:11:31) Final Thoughts and Encouragement Wondering what’s next?Start the Owaken Breathwork MEDITATE TO MANIFEST Challenge on the app:  app.owaken.com (app.owaken.com)Follow for more insights and inspiration: FollowOwaken: www.instagram.com/owakenbreathwork (www.instagram.com/owakenbreathwork)  Follow Hellè Weston:  www.instagram.com/helle_weston (www.instagram.com/helle_weston) Follow Lukis Mac:  www.instagram.com/lukismac (www.instagram.com/lukismac) Learn more about Owaken Breathwork at owaken.com (owaken.com)ReplyForward

In this episode of The Owaken Podcast, Hellè Weston and Lukis Mac explore the journey of breaking free from codependent patterns and self-abandonment. This podcast will help you get clear on what it looks like to reclaim your power and set healthy boundaries while maintaining empathy, sensitivity and authentic connection. If you’re ready to break free from codependency, understand its origins, and learn practical tools to lead a more authentic, empowered life, this is the podcast episode for you! Ready to learn our signature 5-minute Owaken Breathwork practice? It’s 100% free to watch and learn at www.owaken.com Start the Owaken Breathwork Mystical Morning Ritual Challenge on the app: app.owaken.com Follow for more insights and inspiration: Follow Owaken: www.instagram.com/owakenbreathwork Follow Hellé Weston: www.instagram.com/helle_weston Follow Lukis Mac: www.instagram.com/lukismac Learn more about Owaken Breathwork at owaken.com Episode Timestamps:• (00:00) – Introduction to Self-Abandonment• (01:16) – Setting Intentions and Understanding Codependency• (02:48) – Recognizing Codependent Patterns• (03:29) – The Fawn Response and Personal Experiences• (08:12) – Childhood Roots of Self-Abandonment• (09:09) – Navigating Adult Relationships and Codependency• (17:50) – Shadow Work and Asserting Boundaries• (22:01) – Enabling Behaviors and Personal Responsibility• (27:54) – Taking Responsibility for Your Own Needs• (28:25) – The Pendulum Swing: From People Pleaser to Aggressive• (29:59) – The Root of Self-Abandonment• (31:01) – Reclaiming Power and Setting Boundaries• (32:31) – Codependency vs. Loyalty• (35:19) – Shifting Away from Self-Abandonment• (39:43) – The Importance of Authenticity• (40:15) – Navigating Discomfort and Change• (44:32) – The Power of Alignment and Self-Connection• (48:43) – The Benefits of Asserting Yourself• (55:54) – Final Thoughts and Encouragement

In this episode of the Owaken podcast, we dive deep into how you can overcome the fear of taking up space and start freely expressing your authentic self. Whether you’re battling self-doubt or seeking to express more of your creativity, this episode is packed with inspiration and practical advice to build confidence and strengthen your connection to your authentic self. We know all too well how easy it is to be held back by self-consciousness and societal judgments. Worrying too much about what others think of you can keep you disconnected from your purpose and living a life that feels smaller and less inspiring than what you’re capable of. We’ll share how practical tools like somatic therapy, breathwork, and meditation have helped us and thousands of others to unlock more creativity and self-expression. We share our personal experiences with inner child work, rebuilding self-love, and how to find like-minded community where your authentic self is accepted and embraced. (00:00) Introduction: The Importance of Your Voice (01:28) Setting Intentions with Cacao (03:00) Overcoming Self-Consciousness (03:48) Tall Poppy Syndrome and Cultural Judgments (05:01) The Journey of Self-Expression (13:16) Travel and Cultural Influence (24:04) Embracing Authenticity and Facing Judgment (31:57) The Process of Growth and Practice (37:25) Moving to LA: A Time of Growth (38:11) Living with Content Creators (39:26) Learning from Professionals (42:11) Photography Lessons with Danielle (44:31) Embracing Self-Worth and Expression (48:52) Overcoming Negative Self-Talk (51:51) Connecting with Your Inner Child (56:25) The Importance of Somatic Work (01:01:31) Personal Stories of Transformation (01:13:55) Turning Pain into Purpose (01:17:47) Final Thoughts and Encouragement Ready to learn our signature 5-minute Owaken Breathwork practice? It’s 100% free for you to watch and learn here:  https://youtu.be/IrEGO53nhw8?si=bs_IBPsLFfrVsFGK Start the Owaken Breathwork Mystical Morning Ritual Challenge on the app: www.app.owaken.com Follow Owaken, Hellè Weston & Lukis Mac for more insights and inspiration: Follow Owaken: www.instagram.com/owakenbreathwork Follow Hellè Weston: www.instagram.com/helle_weston Follow Lukis Mac: www.instagram.com/lukismac Learn more about Owaken Breathwork: owaken.com

In this episode of the Owaken Podcast, you’ll learn how to break unhealthy habits and create a more empowering relationship with the stages of change that apply to all areas of transformation. We explore how our relationship to discomfort and adversity determines how we relate to change and our level of dependence on coping mechanisms to self-regulateYou’ll discover how tools like journaling and breathwork can help you make more aligned choices and rapidly breakthrough blocks in your life. The conversation provides insights into the root causes of unhealthy habits and coping mechanisms and will help you to understand why human beings struggle to make changes and what to do instead to make change more manageable, enjoyable and sustainable. 00:00 Introduction to Creating Change 01:20 Setting Intentions and Finding Inspiration 02:05 Understanding Universal Struggles 02:48 Navigating Social Media Comparisons 03:46 Embracing Adversity and Challenges 05:06 Acknowledging and Processing Emotions 06:49 The Importance of Self-Reflection 08:20 Transforming Negative Emotions 19:59 Stages of Change: An Overview 34:26 Dare to Be Extraordinary 35:26 Navigating Relationship Dynamics 40:58 Keeping Promises to Yourself 50:32 Recognizing and Managing Stress Responses 53:48 The Power of Breathwork 01:02:28 Self-Abandonment and Setting Boundaries 01:05:25 Final Thoughts and Encouragement Ready to learn our signature 5-minute Owaken Breathwork practice? It's 100% free for you to watch and learn here:https://youtu.be/IrEGO53nhw8?si=1z1QbWxZBh7tUvJA Start the Owaken Breathwork Mystical Morning Ritual Challenge on the app:app.owaken.com Follow Owaken, Hellè Weston & Lukis Mac for more insights and inspiration: Follow Owaken:www.instagram.com/owakenbreathwork Follow Hellè Weston:www.instagram.com/helle_weston Follow Lukis Mac:www.instagram.com/lukismac Learn more about Owaken Breathwork:owaken.com