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Holly Mandarich
Hosted by Holly Mandarich · EN
This podcast is about exploring investigative heresy through the confines of limitation and the expansive oceans of wonder.
My greatest skill isn’t in the doing—it’s in the seeing.
After a decade as an adventure photographer and brand strategist, I realized that the most important structures in our lives are the ones we cannot see. This podcast is my auditory headquarters for that vision: a place for the deconstruction and analysis of the narratives we live by, whether they are found in business, love, religion, or the way we relate to our own souls.
My goal is to find the wisdom hidden within the boundaries of the human experience.
This podcast isn't designed to be niche. It's designed to showcase my perspective on life. I hope you enjoy.
One last note. I'm not here to be your guru, my intention with this is to share what I see, and to let that be enough.
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S2EP13: Your biggest job as a creative…
3w ago00:02:31Tap to summarizeWhile mastering your craft and learning business are tough, the biggest hurdle is figuring out how to continually tap into the magic when it becomes a job. When you have to produce, it’s easy to lose the desire to create. Your ultimate job as an artist is to protect your connection to that endless creative well—and remind the rest of the world that the magic exists.#CreativeJourney #FullTimeCreative #ArtistsLife #CreativeBurnout #ArtAndBusiness #FindYourMagic #CreativeMotivation #ArtisticMindset
Transcribe →S2EP12: Want to change your life? Change your boundaries.
3w ago00:00:50Tap to summarizeIt's really that simple yall.
Transcribe →S2EP11: Listen To This Before Making An Emotional Decision 🧠✨
3w ago00:12:35Tap to summarizeEver made a major choice in the heat of the moment, only to regret it later? You’re not alone. In this episode, I'm diving deep into how to master the art of making decisions from a regulated state.🕒 Timestamps:0:00 – Intro: Making decisions from a regulated place0:50 – What happens to your brain when you get triggered2:14 – How others use emotional dysregulation to control you2:50 – Setting boundaries and taking your space (Their reaction isn't your responsibility!)4:21 – Getting inquisitive: Is it an old trauma memory or current reality?6:46 – Wounding experiences vs. Corrective experiences8:58 – Synthesizing your intuition, logic, and emotions9:58 – How changing your internal reality changes your manifestation11:15 – Rebuilding self-trust and reclaiming your autonomyIf this resonated with you, please Like, Comment, and Subscribe to help this channel grow! Drop a comment below: Do you tend to make decisions with your heart, your head, or from a triggered state? 👇Disclaimer: The content in this episode is for informational and educational purposes only and should not be taken as professional medical or clinical therapy advice. Always do your own research.🏷️ Tags & Keywords:#EmotionalDecisions #NervousSystemRegulation #TraumaHealing #SettingBoundaries #SelfTrust #EmotionalIntelligence #PrefrontalCortex #Triggered #Autonomy #Manifestation #InnerWork
Transcribe →S2EP10: Your Truth vs. The Truth
3w ago00:05:15Tap to summarizeWhat is the difference between objective reality and our emotional experiences?In this quick podcast, I talk about the distinction between "The Truth" and "Your Truth." If you've ever dealt with gaslighting or found yourself in relationships where people try to rewrite reality, understanding this concept is a game-changer. It’s not about making other people wrong; it's about finding your own alignment, setting healthy boundaries, and taking accountability for how you show up in the world.Drop a comment and let me know if you’ve ever experienced this!#Mindset #EmotionalIntelligence #Gaslighting #Boundaries
Transcribe →S2EP9: Misplaced Shame
3w ago00:12:21Tap to summarizeHave you ever felt an overwhelming sense of shame that makes you want to crawl out of your own skin? In this video, I'm diving into the concept of "misplaced shame"—what it is, where it comes from, and how it might be secretly running your life.I’d love to hear how this lands for you. Do you resonate with the concept of misplaced shame? Let’s chat in the comments! 👇✨ Disclaimer: I am not a clinical therapist or licensed professional. I’m just a human sharing my own healing journey, shadow work, and what I’ve learned along the way. Please always do your own research!TIMESTAMPS:0:00 - Introduction: Every emotion is productive0:41 - The spiritual bypassing of "high vibes"1:27 - How society runs on shame2:05 - When shame becomes suffocating (Avoidance & Narcissism)2:52 - The theory of Narcissists vs. People-Pleasers3:44 - What is misplaced shame?4:27 - My experience with people-pleasing and absorbing shame5:10 - Waking up after a narcissistic relationship6:12 - Childhood conditioning: You are a passenger, not the driver7:19 - Manipulation vs. Keeping the peace7:59 - The physical feeling of overwhelming shame9:40 - Realizing you are absorbing the world's shame10:20 - What shadow work actually is11:03 - Re-training your nervous system to see true threats11:53 - How "truth" feels in the body & conclusion#ShadowWork #HealingJourney #PeoplePleaser #NarcissisticAbuseRecovery #NervousSystemRegulation #TraumaHealing #SelfAwareness #EmotionalWellbeing
Transcribe →S2EP8: Coming Out of The Woo Woo Closet / How I Guide
3w ago00:23:04Tap to summarizehttps://www.hollymandarich.com/1on1-guiding
Transcribe →S2EP7: The Identity Shift, Life Enrichment Guide
3w ago00:05:42Tap to summarizeIf you’ve been in my orbit this last decade, you know I've had many titles; graphic designer, adventure photographer, coach for creatives etc.. the list goes on. Many of you know me personally and have told me I should step into positions of therapy or life coaching, but that hasn't felt quite right to me.Ive spent the last 5 years mulling over what to call myself. Our western society LOVES labels, because we love to classify, which I respect, but I am so much more than what I do.Ive sat myself down and asked myself the hard questions... WHY am I doing what I’m doing etc.. and the exploration has lead me to this one conclusion;My purpose here on this earth in this manifestation as Holly Mandarich, is to be an example of what it means to live an enriching life.So I stand here before to today to self proclaim the identity shift into a life enrichment guide.WTF is a life enrichment guide? I dunno I made it up. My intention is that however I serve my clientele, is that it will be from the standpoint of creating enrichment in life. Everything I have done in my life has been with the intention to show the world that there is magic if you know where to look. I’m building a container to host my findings on life, and I’m calling it THE LAB. It might be for you, it might not, in my path moving forward I started to ask myself how could I house wisdom and the journey of the pursuit of truth. I wanted it to be something that could be binge worthy and guided by intention but without constraint in its manifestation. The idea is that it will be a paywall library of the teachings and experiences I find valuable for living an enriching life. Something you can pay for and leave once you have what you need. I'll talk about things like philosophy, nervous system regulation, self help modalities, marketing, storytelling, and the list goes on, again ANYTHING that can help you live an enriching life.Disclaimer, do I know everything? Hell fucking no, I am LEARNING, and that is the intention with this space, is for it to be a container for exploring wisdom.If that’s your thing hop on my email list and I’ll let you know when it’s live. LINK IN BIO ✨https://www.hollymandarich.com/the-lab
Transcribe →S2EP3: Manifestation, what is it? and how I use it.
Apr 400:59:08Tap to summarizeIn this episode, I’m diving into all things manifestation—what it actually is, how I personally came to believe in it, and the way I use it in my life today. I’m also sharing why I think these tools could be so helpful for you, too.To be honest, this is probably the most vulnerable I've ever been. I'm excited to share this part of myself with you and I really hope you enjoy it. I would love to hear what you think.
Transcribe →S2EP5: Dennis McMahon. Chats on Fractional Marketing, AI in Business and Creating Art
Apr 400:47:55Tap to summarizeIn this episode I chat with my friend and co-contractor / co-worker Dennis McMahon, on the topics of: Fractional Marketing, Ethical AI in business and how we feel when we create art.
Transcribe →S2EP1: The Grand Catchup
Apr 400:44:28Tap to summarizeHey everybody, it’s me, Holly. Forget about me? I wouldn't blame you—I haven't posted a podcast episode since 2020.This episode is the "grand catchup" on what’s been happening with my career and my life over these last five years. I’m diving into where I’ve been—from the fast-paced photography world to deep therapeutic healing—where I am now in the Canadian Rockies, and where I’m hoping to go with this new chapter of Creative Auditing.I’m also opening the doors for this show to be about more than just adventure travel. I want to explore perspectives on everything I see—relationships, growth, even politics—but all of it is still built on that same foundation of wonder that has fueled me since I was 19.I’m excited, but honestly, this is just an experiment. I have no idea where this is all going to go or how often I’ll be posting, but I’m done hiding the messy parts. If you’re here for the journey, give it a listen.
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