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I think one of the biggest lies people are quietly carrying right now is the idea that if you’re happy while the world is hurting… you must not care enough.And lately, I’ve been noticing how much pressure there is online to stay emotionally plugged into outrage, tragedy, fear, and collective heaviness 24/7 (almost like suffering publicly has become proof that you’re a good person).So this episode became a really honest conversation about joy, emotional responsibility, social media outrage, nervous system overload, and whether people have subconsciously become addicted to suffering.Because where is the line between being informed… and being emotionally consumed?And are we actually helping the world when we’re constantly drowning alongside it?In this conversation with Melanie Huestis, we talk about collective fear, cancel culture, protecting your peace without spiritually bypassing reality, and why choosing joy right now can almost feel rebellious.We also get into:Why some people feel guilty being happyThe pressure to publicly perform outrage onlineHow social media keeps people emotionally overstimulatedWhy your nervous system was never meant to carry the whole worldThe difference between awareness and emotional self-destructionHow suffering can quietly become part of someone’s identityRadical responsibility for your own happinessWhy joy is something you create internally... not something you stumble intoStaying grounded without disconnecting from realityThe energetic ripple effect of kindness, presence, and emotional regulationThis episode honestly felt like two people sitting down and questioning a lot of the things we’ve collectively accepted as “normal” lately.And whether constantly consuming heaviness is actually making us better humans… or just more disconnected from ourselves.CONNECT WITH MELANIE -Instagram: @melaniehuestisMelanie's Website - melaniehuestis.comWORK WITH BREEANNAWebsite: breeannakay.com/rebelceoFollow Breeanna on Instagram + TikTok: @rebel.ceo.podcast

I ended a podcast recording early.And honestly? Ending the recording felt more aligned than forcing the conversation just because it was already happening.(Ironically, the recording was on "killing off your inner good girl," so I guess I took it quite literally?)Honestly though, nobody was a villain and the guest does some really cool work! But my body knew before my brain wanted to admit it… something felt off.And I think a lot of women ignore that feeling because we’ve been conditioned to prioritize being polite over being honest with ourselves.So this episode turned into something completely different.We’re talking about energetic boundaries, intuition, spiritual superiority, people pleasing, nervous system protection, and the difference between being loving… versus being fully available to everybody.Not everybody deserves access to the deepest layers of you just because they’re in the room with you.I also share:Why I stopped the recordingHow I'm leaning into my own intuition, not outside noiseReleasing the need to over-explainWhy boundaries don't automatically mean cold... even if others think you areWhy your nervous system is not public propertyHow resentment forms when boundaries go unspokenThe importance of protecting your peace without closing your heartThis one feels like a voice memo from a version of me that’s learning how to trust herself faster and isn't scared to say no.And maybe you need that reminder too, which is why I wanted to share today's story publicly.Welcome back to Rebel CEO Podcast. <3WORK WITH BREEANNAWebsite: breeannakay.com/rebelceoFollow Breeanna on Instagram + TikTok: @rebel.ceo.podcast

Join Rooted Mastermind! breeannakay.com/rooted🔥 What if your business isn’t random… and neither is your life?In this solo episode, I’m breaking down my personal experience with soul contracts and why I believe your astrology, numerology, and human design are not just personality tools... but actual blueprints for how you’re meant to move through this lifetime.This episode is also deeply connected to the final day of enrollment for Rooted Spring Cohort, where we go even deeper into identity, soul purpose, and building a business that actually aligns with who you are at your core.I also share the origin story behind the concept of “soul contracts,” how it showed up for me after my sister’s passing, and how it ultimately reshaped my entire understanding of purpose, business, and identity.We also get into:Why most people are stuck repeating patterns in their businessHow identity is formed (and often misformed) over timeWhat it actually means to operate from your soul blueprintReal examples of women inside Rooted and their soul contracts in actionWhy alignment matters more than strategy when building a businessIf you’ve ever felt like you’re doing “all the right things” but something still feels off… this episode will shift how you see everything.Soul contracts explained through lived experienceIdentity vs. soul-level truthAstrology, Human Design & Numerology as business toolsWhy business misalignment creates burnout + stagnationHow your purpose shows up through your workReal client examples from RootedBuilding a business from your energetic blueprintThe Bali story + validation from a healerHow grief became a gateway into spiritual purposeWhy your “personality traits” might actually be conditioning, not truthThe moment alignment becomes visible through client transformationsIf this episode resonated with you and you’re ready to explore your own soul contract and build a business that actually feels like you:👉 Apply for Rooted here: breeannakay.com/rooted(Enrollment closes today)Or send a DM on Instagram @rebel.ceo.podcast if you want help deciding if it’s the right fit.WORK WITH BREEANNAWebsite: breeannakay.com/rebelceoFollow Breeanna on Instagram + TikTok: @rebel.ceo.podcast

Rooted is officially open!Inside, we map your soul contract using astrology, numerology, and human design, so that you can build a business that’s aligned, sustainable, and profitable.DM me “ROOTED” on Instagram @rebel.ceo.podcast for early access, or head to: breeannakay.com/rooted🔥 Why does your business still feel like a work in progress, when you're years in?In this solo episode of Rebel CEO Podcast, Breeanna breaks down the real reasons your business isn’t growing (and no... it’s not what you’ve been telling yourself). From the illusion of productivity to hiding behind “alignment,” this episode calls out the patterns quietly keeping you stuck and shows you what actually moves the needle.If you feel like you’re doing everything “right” but nothing is clicking, this is your wake-up call.The “illusion of progress” that’s keeping you busy, but not profitableWhy consuming more content isn’t the answer (and what to do instead)How “alignment” can secretly become an excuse for inactionThe real reason consistency matters more than strategyWhy your brand isn’t sticking (and how to fix it fast)The identity gap between where you are and where you want to beThe hard truth about responsibility, discipline, and building momentumA simple weekly challenge to start getting real results nowIf you’re ready to stop guessing and actually build a business that fits you, Rooted is where you do it.Inside, you’ll:Get clear on who you are at your coreUnderstand your unique strengths and “money codes”Turn your purpose into a clear, aligned business planBuild a foundation that actually lastsDoors are open for a limited time.👉 breeannakay.com/rootedIf this episode hit, share it on Instagram and tag me. And if you’re done sitting on your potential, I’ll meet you inside Rooted.WORK WITH BREEANNAWebsite: breeannakay.com/rebelceoFollow Breeanna on Instagram + TikTok: @rebel.ceo.podcastRebel CEO Podcast Shownotes: breeannakay.com/why-youre-not-growing-business

Taurus season just clocked in... and it’s not here to tell you to run full speed ahead anymore like we were in Aries season!In this solo episode of Rebel CEO Podcast, Breeanna breaks down why Taurus season is the make-or-break moment in your business... and how this energy exposes where you’re undercharging, overgiving, and building something that looks good but doesn’t actually feel good to live inside.This episode is your reminder to stop chasing quick wins and start building real wealth.Inside this episode, we get into:Why Taurus season is directly tied to money, self-worth, and standardsThe difference between the dopamine-chasing entrepreneur and the Taurus-coded CEOHow to know if your business is actually sustainable (or if it just feels exciting)The real reason you keep pivoting (and why it’s costing you growth)Where you might be tolerating misalignment in your offers, pricing, or clientsThe “3 S’s” that build a scalable business: stability, simplicity, sustainabilityWhy Taurus is “rich girl energy," but not in the way you probably thinkHow to create a business and life that feels good on a random Tuesday... not just on launch dayIf you’ve been craving more consistency, more income, and more peace in your business… this episode will call you out (in the best way).Because Taurus season doesn’t care about your potential. It cares about what you can actually hold.If you’re ready to stop guessing and finally understand what your business is actually meant to be built on…Rooted is officially opening.Inside, we map your soul contract using astrology, numerology, and human design, so that you can build a business that’s aligned, sustainable, and profitable.DM me “ROOTED” on Instagram @rebel.ceo.podcast for early access, or head to: breeannakay.com/rooted🔥 WORK WITH BREEANNAWebsite: breeannakay.com/rebelceoFollow Breeanna on Instagram + TikTok: @rebel.ceo.podcastRebel CEO Podcast Shownotes: breeannakay.com/taurus-season-business-stability

You know that feeling when you walk into a room and instantly know the vibe?Yeah… that’s energy.And whether you realize it or not, yours is speaking for you... in your business, your content, your relationships… all of it.In this episode, we’re getting into one of my weirdly favorite topics: aurasBut before you click away thinking this is about to be super “woo”... stay with me.Because what we’re actually talking about is:👉 self-awareness👉 mindset👉 and how your internal state is quietly influencing your external results(aka… your business 👀)I’m sitting down with aura photographer Sophie Radvan, founder of Vivid Violet Aura, and we’re breaking down what your aura might be revealing about:the season of life you’re inthe energy you’re leading withand the patterns you might not even realize are running the showAnd here’s where it gets interesting…I’ve had my aura photographed multiple times over the past few years... and the shifts?They line up almost too perfectly with what I was going through at the time.We’re talking:✨ one solid color → a completely different one✨ and then a blend of both (which fully sent me into a spiral of “wait… what??”)So if you’ve ever wondered:why you can feel someone’s energy instantlywhy certain seasons of your life feel heavy vs. expansiveor why your business sometimes feels off even when you’re “doing everything right”This episode is going to connect a lot of dots.We get into:What an aura actually is (in normal human language)How aura photography works (and why skeptics still end up convinced)What different aura colors mean—and why red isn’t “bad”The difference between having one dominant color vs. multipleWhat “blocked” or “shadow” energy actually looks likeHow your energy can shift in minutes (yes, really)Why the colors that don’t show up might matter more than the ones that doAnd how all of this ties into how you show up in your business, leadership, and creativitySo what does this mean for business?! Most people are trying to fix their business with better strategy…when what actually needs attention is how they’re showing up inside of it.Your energy = your decisionsYour decisions = your resultsSo if something feels off…this episode might show you why.TAKEAWAYS - Your energy is felt before you ever say a wordThere is no “better” or "bad" aura... only different seasons of youWhat feels like a block is usually something asking to be seenAnd the more self-aware you are, the easier it becomes to build a business that actually works for your lifeAnd finally...if you’re new here, I'd love for you to hit follow!We’re building businesses that actually feel like freedom... not another 9-5.Links & Resources:Get a free sample pack of LMNT (mineral drink mix) using this link: http://elementallabs.refr.cc/default/u/breeannafCONNECT WITH SOPHIE -Instagram: @vividvioletauraSophie's Website - vividvioletaura.com/WORK WITH BREEANNAWebsite: breeannakay.com/rebelceoFollow Breeanna on Instagram + TikTok: @rebel.ceo.podcastRebel CEO Podcast Shownotes: breeannakay.com/aura-photo-colors-explained

Ever feel like money just… slips through your fingers no matter how hard you work? Or maybe you’re crushing it, but something still feels off in your business?In this episode of Rebel CEO Podcast, I sit down with Lynn Mull, a holistic career coach and Reiki master, to decode the 8 financial archetypes and why your money story is shaping your business, your decisions, and your opportunities... even when you don't realize it.We dive into:✨ How your relationship with money is tied to energy, mindset, and even your self-worth✨ Why understanding your financial archetype can unlock next-level career pivots and business growth✨ The surprising role intuition plays in earning, saving, and attracting opportunities✨ Real stories of fear, risk, and breakthrough that show why your mindset matters more than spreadsheetsIf you’ve ever avoided your books, stressed over money, or wondered why “hustle harder” hasn’t worked… this episode will shift your perspective and give you tools to align your money and your business.Tune in and find out: Which financial archetype is running your life—and how you can finally work with it instead of against it.Links & Resources:Get a free sample pack of LMNT (mineral drink mix) using this link: http://elementallabs.refr.cc/default/u/breeannafCONNECT WITH LYNN -Instagram: @_lynnmullLynn's Website - lynnmull.comWORK WITH BREEANNAWebsite: breeannakay.com/rebelceoFollow Breeanna on Instagram + TikTok: @rebel.ceo.podcastRebel CEO Podcast Shownotes: breeannakay.com/8-financial-archetypes

If your business has hit a slow spot lately or you’ve been overthinking every move, refreshing your metrics, and wondering why things aren’t clicking anymore...this episode is going to call you out (in the best way).Because it probably has something to do with your refusal to detach. AKA... you’re trying to control the outcome.In this solo episode, Breeanna breaks down the subtle (but powerful) ways control shows up in your business... like overworking, obsessing over numbers, and gripping tightly to one specific vision of success... plus how that energy is actually repelling the very growth you want.She also shares a real-time identity shift she’s moving through: questioning what it means to be “fully self-employed,” and how leaning into something she once resisted might actually unlock more freedom, not less.This is your permission slip to stop forcing, stop micromanaging your growth, and start allowing your business to expand in ways you didn’t originally plan for, but might be even better.💥 IN THIS EPISODE:The real reason you feel stuck in your business (and why there are so many more layers than strategy to it)How controlling the outcome creates “repelling” energy (even if you’re doing everything right)Why overworking and hustling can actually slow your income downThe subtle ways you’re tying your self-worth to metrics (and how to break it)What your “worst case scenario” might actually be trying to show youHow identity attachment (“I could never do that”) keeps you stuck in cyclesWhy opportunities show up when you finally stop trying so hardWORK WITH BREEANNAWebsite: breeannakay.com/rebelceoFollow Breeanna on Instagram + TikTok: @rebel.ceo.podcastRebel CEO Podcast Shownotes: breeannakay.com/releasing-business-control

Rebels, let’s get real: most branding advice out there? Probably doesn't apply to your small business in the same way it does to the bigger corporations. 🚨Big corporations and cookie-cutter strategies won't work the same way for your soul-led business. In this episode, I sit down with Asia Dore, brand strategist and creator of the Strategy/Audacity Method, to break down why all the “follow the rules” branding tips are leaving brilliant creatives invisible, and what to actually do instead.We dive into:Why starting with external polish (shiny websites, AI headshots, “Forbes badges”) can actually hurt your authority.How to build your brand from the inside out using your values, personality, and unique problem-solving skills.The real reason amazing creatives aren’t booking clients, plus the step you’re missing.Why niching down isn’t the whole answer, and what to focus on instead (hint: brand positioning > demographics).How to show up human in a business that’s obsessed with perfection, so clients actually connect with you.If you’re tired of posting more and hustling harder just to get ignored, this episode is for you. It’s time to stop copying everyone else and start building a brand that’s actually magnetic, visible, and aligned with your purpose.Links & Resources:Apply for my program In Her Era (self-study or 1:1 high-touch) → breeannakay.com/in-her-eraGet a free sample pack of LMNT (mineral drink mix) using this link: http://elementallabs.refr.cc/default/u/breeannafCONNECT WITH ASIA -Instagram: @asia.doreAsia's Website - asiadore.com/WORK WITH BREEANNAWebsite: breeannakay.com/rebelceoFollow Breeanna on Instagram + TikTok: @rebel.ceo.podcastRebel CEO Podcast Shownotes: breeannakay.com/branding-mistake-logo-websiteJOIN THE FOUNDER'S ROUND OF IN HER ERA - breeannakay.com/in-her-era

Building a business is hard enough… but what happens when life hits you with heartbreak in the middle of it?In this episode of Rebel CEO Podcast, Breeanna sits down with life, love, and leadership coach Arneen Ahsan, creator of the Thriving Love Method, for a raw conversation about relationships, grief, and what it really looks like to keep showing up for your dreams when your heart hurts.Because women building businesses aren’t just CEOs… they’re humans navigating real life, real loss, and real emotions behind the scenes.In this conversation, Bree and Arneen unpack the emotional realities of modern dating, heartbreak, and why grief can actually become one of the biggest catalysts for personal growth and business evolution.They also dive into the hidden pressures female entrepreneurs feel to “keep it together,” even when life feels like it’s falling apart.If you’ve ever had to keep building your business while navigating heartbreak, loss, or a major life transition, this episode will remind you that you’re not alone and that there's no right way or one-size-fits-all approach.What You'll Learn:✨ Why heartbreak is actually a form of grief (and what your body is experiencing)✨ How women entrepreneurs keep showing up in their business while hurting behind the scenes✨ The biggest mistake people make when building relationships based on potential✨ Why communication and emotional intelligence are critical relationship skills✨ The modern dating challenges women are navigating today✨ The connection between heartbreak, stress, and women’s health✨ Why grief and personal challenges can become powerful catalysts for growth✨ How to transform emotional pain into creativity, clarity, and purposeKey Takeaways - * Heartbreak doesn’t mean your life or business stops.Many entrepreneurs build some of their most meaningful work during painful seasons.* Potential isn’t the same thing as reality.One of the biggest relationship traps is investing in someone’s potential instead of who they actually are today.* Women process grief deeply — but that depth can become power.The emotional processing women experience can lead to transformation, creativity, and stronger boundaries.* Success doesn’t mean avoiding pain.Real success is learning how to move through life’s hardest seasons without abandoning yourself.This episode is for you if you’re:A female entrepreneur navigating heartbreak or griefBuilding a business while dealing with real life behind the scenesTrying to balance love, relationships, and ambitionFeeling pressure to keep showing up even when you’re hurtingLearning how to transform difficult experiences into growthIf you enjoyed this episode, make sure to subscribe and share it with another woman building her empire.CONNECT WITH ARNEENInstagram: @heyarneenArneen's Website - www.arneenahsan.comWORK WITH BREEANNAWebsite: breeannakay.com/rebelceoFollow Breeanna on Instagram + TikTok: @rebel.ceo.podcastRebel CEO Podcast Shownotes: breeannakay.com/building-your-business-through-heartbreakJOIN THE FOUNDER'S ROUND OF IN HER ERA MASTERMIND - breeannakay.com/in-her-era