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“When I feel overwhelmed or burned out, it’s because I’ve forgotten my connection to source.” – Laurie Seymour

Join Niiamah (@niiamahashong), Laurie Seymour @laurie.seymour and Chelsea Kong to discover the power of internal guidance for high-performing leaders. This conversation reveals how embracing vulnerability leads to extraordinary productivity and fulfillment in your entrepreneurial journey.

Timestamps:

0:00 – Welcome to Outliers Edge

0:51 – Thanks for having us

1:06 – Laurie introduces herself

2:28 – Chelsea introduces herself

3:13 – Chelsea’s 80+ books

3:38 – Quantum connection process explained

4:52 – Faith as inspiration source

6:34 – Laurie’s creation process

8:38 – Connection without great ideas

10:37 – When inspiration doesn’t come

11:56 – Capacity versus balance

13:20 – Burnout and overwhelm

13:54 – Limitless connection explained

15:44 – Trust and internal guidance

17:36 – Unconditional remembrance book

20:21 – Niiamah on open questions

22:31 – Values of staying open

24:31 – Chelsea’s simpler approach

28:46 – The unlimited source concept

30:48 – Living room sessions explained

33:14 – Not limiting possibilities

35:40 – Sister as illustrator

37:45 – Finding collaborators naturally

39:43 – Timing isn’t up to us

43:43 – Where to find Chelsea

45:07 – Where to find Laurie

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“Whatever you do, make sure you do it right, even if it’s a service, make sure you do it like you were getting paid for it.” – Jim Hunter Celestin

Join Niiamah (@niiamahashong) and Jim Hunter Celestin as they explore the art of embracing your unique path as an outlier. Jim shares powerful insights about consistency, overcoming perfectionism, and building systems that make success sustainable.

Timestamps:

0:00 – Niiamah introduces conversation

0:50 – Speaker welcomes audience

1:13 – Jim introduces himself

1:52 – Jim’s background shared

2:04 – Jim’s career journey

2:36 – Discussion on unpredictable paths

3:04 – Father’s influential advice

3:55 – Current exciting projects

5:38 – Problem-solving mindset discussion

7:51 – Book writing challenges

9:19 – Jim questions Niiamah

11:18 – Discussion on expectations

14:32 – Perfection versus progress

17:41 – Glass half-full perspective

20:09 – Perfectionism challenges addressed

21:16 – Being the only vs best

23:41 – Identity and self-improvement

27:16 – Avoiding comfort zones

31:13 – Jim shows mobile studio

35:13 – Honesty with yourself

40:57 – Linear vs cyclic creation

46:12 – Final insights shared

48:30 – Contact information given

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“When we love something that we’re doing, energy flows more easily. That’s when we manifest more easily.” – Helen Mei Chan

Join Niiamah (@niiamahashong) with Kristy Painter @kpainter320, Helen Mei Chan @harmonicsoundhealing888, and Shira J Rodriguez @shirajrodriguez for a transformative conversation about combining passions and creating authentic work. These outliers share how they’ve turned their unique gifts into businesses that bring beauty, wellness, and healing to their communities.

Timestamps:

0:00 – Niiamah introduces the roundtable

0:42 – Christy shares her background

1:46 – Combining real estate and wellness

2:50 – Helen introduces herself

4:34 – Shira shares her story

7:16 – Discussion of finding beauty

8:31 – Helen’s sound healing demonstration

12:24 – Reflections on the experience

14:35 – Like-minded versus like-hearted

16:37 – Helen’s unique musical approach

21:06 – Building legacies

23:30 – Walking life’s edges

27:15 – Purpose to help people

30:15 – Endings begin new beginnings

34:57 – Authentic business development

40:31 – Final insights shared

41:51 – Contact information exchange

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“The magical thing that happens when you sell everything is that the more you sell, the more free and light you feel.” – Nancy Florence

Join Niiamah (@niiamahashong) and Nancy Florence for a raw conversation about how death became the catalyst for creating a freedom-focused life as digital nomads. Nancy shares both the liberation and challenges of world-schooling her children across multiple countries while running her coaching business and redefining what stability truly means.

Timestamps:

0:00 – Introduction to podcast

 1:21 – Niiamah explains episode purpose

3:48 – Nancy’s current lifestyle

4:28 – Digital nomad beginnings

5:22 – Creating the freedom plan

10:14 – Catalyst for change

17:44 – Kids’ transition discussion

20:26 – Not initially considering nomadism

21:15 – Death as catalyst

27:53 – Clearing house metaphor

29:11 – Leaving friends discussion

30:44 – Already being different

40:41 – Different life experiences

44:08 – Nancy offers help

44:32 – Insight from conversation

45:22 – Closing thoughts

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“Your vulnerability is such a strength. I think we fear our vulnerability sometimes… But the truth is, we’re all human, and there is such a brilliant strength in that.” Lori

Join Niiamah (@niiamahashong) and Lori “Sas” Sase as they break down the barriers between host and coach in real-time. Experience a raw conversation about balancing business systems with authentic self-expression and rediscovering your unique “ridiculousness.”

Timestamps:

0:00 – Introduction to Outliers Edge

2:08 – Lori “Sas” Sase introduces herself

4:31 – Explaining the unique format

8:30 – Taking a collective breath

9:17 – Beginning the coaching session

10:10 – Niiamah discusses business evolution

13:57 – Exploring the mission statement

17:02 – Examining the misalignment feeling

19:50 – Discussing aspects of hiding

24:18 – Reflection of conversation points

29:29 – Exploring younger self experiences

34:15 – Strategies of younger selves

36:43 – Connecting with past identity

40:06 – Context of disallowed play

44:12 – Defining “ridiculousness” today

52:35 – Acknowledging and breathing in

57:03 – Aliveness in ridiculousness

58:41 – Lori “Sas” Sase’s contact information

1:01:05 – Closing and sharing request

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“Your identity cannot be hinged on things that are able to change with the times and seasons.” – Temitope Ayanyemi

Join Niiamah (@niiamahashong) and Temitope Ayanyemi @ayanpella as they explore the journey from hiding behind insecurities to becoming a confident leader. Discover how Temitope used research, community support, and personal development to build her self-worth and create a platform to help others do the same.

Timestamps:

0:00 – Introduction to guest

0:23 – Guest expresses gratitude

0:46 – Guest introduces herself

1:00 – Struggled with body image

2:00 – Couldn’t step out alone

3:00 – Host acknowledges guest’s journey

4:33 – Defining “stepping out”

5:54 – Goals after stepping out

6:16 – Previously worked behind scenes

7:00 – Embarrassment is entry cost

8:00 – Taking bet on herself

9:04 – Host appreciates guest’s journey

11:41 – Identity is very important

13:00 – Beauty standards keep changing

15:00 – Core identity vs circumstance

17:00 – Dealing with imposter syndrome

19:39 – Host invites deeper reflection

21:55 – What changed personally

22:58 – Depression to hope journey

24:00 – Finding role models online

26:00 – Gradual mindset transformation

28:56 – Host summarizes key learnings

31:00 – Growth is ongoing journey

33:55 – Where to find guest

35:26 – Guest’s takeaways from interview

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“The magical thing that happens when you sell everything is that the more you sell, the more free and light you feel.” – Nancy Florence

Join Niiamah (@niiamahashong) and Nancy Florence for a raw conversation about how death became the catalyst for creating a freedom-focused life as digital nomads. Nancy shares both the liberation and challenges of world-schooling her children across multiple countries while running her coaching business and redefining what stability truly means.

Timestamps:

0:00 – Introduction to podcast

1:16 – Nancy welcomes listeners

1:21 – Niiamah explains episode purpose

2:56 – Following inspired actions

3:31 – Nancy introduces herself

3:48 – Nancy’s current lifestyle

4:28 – Digital nomad beginnings

5:22 – Creating the freedom plan

7:59 – Compressing timeline discussion

8:37 – Two years of travel

10:14 – Catalyst for change

11:05 – Three-month transition period

12:23 – Gestation period explained

17:44 – Kids’ transition discussion

20:26 – Not initially considering nomadism

21:15 – Death as catalyst

22:29 – Creating from loss

24:07 – One-way tickets purchased

25:55 – Freedom from possessions

26:42 – Life in one backpack

27:53 – Clearing house metaphor

29:11 – Leaving friends discussion

30:44 – Already being different

32:16 – Identifying as outlier

32:44 – Parenting while traveling

34:08 – Financial fears addressed

40:41 – Different life experiences

44:08 – Nancy offers help

44:32 – Insight from conversation

45:22 – Closing thoughts

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“All of us have the opportunity to always choose differently. It’s the choices that we make that brings us in life to where we are right now.” – Marianita Santiago

Join Niiamah (@niiamahashong) and Marianita Santiago as they explore the game of life and making intentional choices. Discover how Marianita transformed her personal struggles with mental health into a platform for helping others through comedy and speaking.

Timestamps:

0:00 – Introduction of Marianita

0:39 – Marianita introduces herself

1:14 – Playing the game of life

2:53 – Finding Marianita on Instagram

3:57 – Career shift journey

5:14 – Dreams in a box

6:53 – Comedy journey begins

8:57 – Impact through comedy

10:31 – The long game path

14:33 – Deep personal revelations

17:39 – Juggling multiple roles

20:24 – Chasing big dreams

22:55 – Age doesn’t limit dreams

25:49 – Death is the only limit

28:38 – Choosing differently exercise

33:45 – Using struggles to advance

36:00 – Final message

37:10 – Connect with Marianita

38:35 – Marianita’s personal insight

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