Wisdom from Within

About Wisdom from Within

Welcome to The Wisdom from Within podcast, I am Jen Aks and this is where we access mindset and bodyset - connecting both so that we can create the genuine, authentic, impact in our own lives and the lives we serve. We get there by having conversations with industry leaders, scientists, executives, parents, your neighbors. These are conversations that reveal the intelligence your body already holds—and my mission is to help you awaken, trust so you can let it lead you into your greatest success.

Publisher

Jen Aks

Category

education

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

4 Mar 2026

Latest episode

4 Nov 2026

Latest episodes

35 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   4 Nov 2026

   How to Stop Comparing Yourself and Start Believing in Yourself | Ep 35

   What can one man learn from listening to the stories of more than 800 women? Brad Walsh, founder and host of the globally ranked Empowerography podcast, has dedicated the past six years to amplifying women's voices and sharing their stories with the world. But what makes his work so extraordinary isn't just the number of women he's interviewed. It's how deeply those conversations have transformed him. I was so moved by Brad's story and the love he carries for the two women who shaped his life: his mother and grandmother. Their strength, sacrifices, and unwavering support inspired the work he does today. And when he shared how he continues to feel connected to his grandmother through the signs he believes she sends him, I was reminded of the beauty of trusting what we feel, even when we can't explain it. Our conversation took us through some incredibly meaningful territory. We explored how confidence is built through action, why comparing ourselves to others keeps us stuck, and the powerful lessons Brad has learned about resilience, self-worth, and the importance of truly listening. This conversation is a beautiful reminder that our stories are some of our greatest teachers, and when we create space to truly listen, we discover something new within ourselves. I hope you'll listen with an open heart and take a moment to consider what the stories around you might be teaching you. Welcome to Wisdom From Within. Somewhere along the way, many of us learned to trust everyone else’s answers more than our own. This podcast is a reminder that you were born with extraordinary intelligence, far beyond IQ alone. Your body knows. Your emotions speak. Your intuition guides and your nervous system remembers. Every week, we’ll explore the science, stories, and practices that reconnect you to yourself so you can lead, love, create, and live with greater clarity, courage, and trust. Because the answers you’ve been searching for aren’t out there. They’re already within you. Quote: “You can't compare your one year to someone's five year.” Chapters: 03:00 – Overcoming Comparison, Imposter Syndrome & Self-Doubt 09:00 – The Importance of Having People Who Believe in You 13:00 – How Empowerography Began 15:00 – The Two Women Who Inspired Brad's Mission 17:00 – Finding Connection With His Grandmother After Her Passing 21:00 – Why Sometimes We Need to Stop Searching for Signs 27:30 – Jen's Personal Story of Finding Strength Through Other Women 31:00 – Why People Put Themselves Last 35:00 – Why Men and Women Need to Work Together 37:00 – Where to Find Brad & Empowerography 37:30 – A Guided Gesture of Gratitude https://jenaks.com/ My Book: Your Body is Speaking (https://yourbodyisspeaking.org/) IG: https://www.instagram.com/jen_aks/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/jennferaks YT: https://www.youtube.com/@jen_aks LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenaks/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jen_aks 🎵 Music by Max Lilivois @prd.maxxell ✨ If this episode made you see your body and your brain in a new way, share it with someone who needs the science behind the wisdom. Sometimes that’s the permission people are waiting for.

2. 

   28 Oct 2026

   Stop Silencing Yourself: The Courage to Be Fully Seen | Ep 34

   KC Baker has been pioneering a new approach to public speaking and leadership for over 16 years, helping women around the world find the courage to be fully seen, heard, and expressed. Through her work with WomanSpeak, she's creating spaces where women can move beyond fear, reconnect with their bodies, and discover the power of speaking from a place of authenticity. KC holds a very special place in my own journey. She was one of the early voices who helped me understand that my body holds an intelligence I could trust. Her guidance helped me deepen my relationship with my own voice and find greater freedom in expressing what I know to be true. We explore the connection between nature, the body, and our inner wisdom. KC shares how her own journey through fear and self-doubt led her to discover the freedom of authentic expression. We talk about the importance of creating safety within ourselves, why being vulnerable can feel so frightening, and how the very moments that challenge us can become opportunities to discover who we're becoming. One of my favorite reminders from this conversation is that self-doubt doesn't mean we're doing something wrong. Sometimes, it's a sign that we're in the middle of creating something meaningful. I hope this conversation inspires you to listen a little more deeply, trust yourself a little more fully, and remember that your voice matters. You don't have to become someone else to be heard. You get to become more of who you already are. Welcome to Wisdom From Within. Somewhere along the way, many of us learned to trust everyone else’s answers more than our own. This podcast is a reminder that you were born with extraordinary intelligence, far beyond IQ alone. Your body knows. Your emotions speak. Your intuition guides and your nervous system remembers. Every week, we’ll explore the science, stories, and practices that reconnect you to yourself so you can lead, love, create, and live with greater clarity, courage, and trust. Because the answers you’ve been searching for aren’t out there. They’re already within you. Quote: “Self-doubt is an amazing indicator that you're actually in the creative process.” Chapters: 1:45 – Nature and the Body Hold Our Deepest Wisdom 4:00 – Creating the Safety to Be Yourself 7:00 – Reconnecting With the Nature Within Us 9:00 – The Power of Presence 12:30 – How Self-Love Fuels Confidence 15:45 – Why We've Been Taught to Ignore Body Intelligence 19:00 – Overcoming the Fear of Sharing Your Ideas 22:00 – IQ, EQ & Body Intelligence 25:00 – Why We Hide Our Authentic Voice 28:00 – Finding the Courage to Step Into Who You're Becoming 30:00 – KC's Personal Journey From Intellect to Intuition 33:00 – The Fear and Shame of Being Seen 39:00 – How Embodiment Practices Helped KC Find Her Voice 42:00 – Coming Home to Yourself 45:00 – Self-Doubt and the Creative Process https://jenaks.com/ My Book: Your Body is Speaking (https://yourbodyisspeaking.org/) IG: https://www.instagram.com/jen_aks/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/jennferaks YT: https://www.youtube.com/@jen_aks LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenaks/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jen_aks 🎵 Music by Max Lilivois @prd.maxxell ✨ If this episode made you see your body and your brain in a new way, share it with someone who needs the science behind the wisdom. Sometimes that’s the permission people are waiting for.

3. 

   21 Oct 2026

   Stop Abandoning Yourself to Make Everyone Else Happy | Ep 33

   Some people come into your life and leave a lasting imprint. Nancy Levin is one of those people for me. I've had the privilege of knowing Nancy personally for many years, and I've witnessed firsthand her extraordinary leadership, wisdom, and commitment to helping others transform their lives. Nancy is a seven-time bestselling author, Master Coach, and founder of Levin Life Coach Academy. She spent many years at Hay House working alongside some of the greatest voices in personal development, including Louise Hay and Wayne Dyer, and was mentored by the remarkable Debbie Ford. Today, she's a leader in the coaching world, guiding individuals, coaches, and leaders toward greater self-worth, freedom, and fulfillment. What makes Nancy so extraordinary isn't simply what she's accomplished. It's what she's lived, what she's learned, and her willingness to share it all. In this deeply personal conversation, Nancy opens up about some of the most painful chapters of her life, including the loss of her brother, the unraveling of her marriage, and the truths she was forced to confront about perfectionism, infidelity, people-pleasing, and abandoning her own needs. At 45, the life she had worked so hard to hold together came apart. What followed was a profound journey of self-discovery, healing, and reinvention. We explore the inner knowing she had ignored for years, the wisdom she gained through her most difficult experiences, and what it truly means to honor yourself, even when doing so changes everything. Nancy's story is a powerful reminder that our greatest challenges can become our greatest teachers, and that it's never too late to create a life that feels like your own. This conversation is filled with vulnerability, insight, and the kind of wisdom that can only come from within. Connect with Nancy: nancylevin.com (https://nancylevin.com) Welcome to Wisdom From Within. Somewhere along the way, many of us learned to trust everyone else’s answers more than our own. This podcast is a reminder that you were born with extraordinary intelligence—far beyond IQ alone. Your body knows. Your emotions speak. Your intuition guides and your nervous system remembers. Every week, we’ll explore the science, stories, and practices that reconnect you to yourself so you can lead, love, create, and live with greater clarity, courage, and trust. Because the answers you’ve been searching for aren’t out there. They’re already within you. Quote: “Our worth and value is not determined by what we do or what we produce or what we achieve, but that it's inherent.” Chapters: 03:00 – Nancy's Marriage and Perfect Life Unraveled 6:00 – Childhood Experiences Shaped Her Need for Approval 9:00 – Knowing Something Was Wrong 12:00 – Emotional Cost of Over-giving 16:00 – Should You Stay or Go? Asking a Better Question 20:00 – Self-Forgiveness 24:00 – Why Your Worth Isn't Something You Have to Earn 26:00 – Breaking Free From Society's Expectations 30:00 – Telling Yourself the Truth 33:00 – Setting Boundaries Without Guilt 37:00 – Hay House and Coaching https://jenaks.com/ My Book: Your Body is Speaking (https://yourbodyisspeaking.org/) IG: https://www.instagram.com/jen_aks/ FB: https://www.facebook.com/jennferaks YT: https://www.youtube.com/@jen_aks LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenaks/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jen_aks 🎵 Music by Max Lilivois @prd.maxxell ✨ If this episode made you see your body and your brain in a new way, share it with someone who needs the science behind the wisdom. Sometimes that’s the permission people are waiting for.

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