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What do 14 soulful speakers say when the spotlight softens and the mic gets personal?

In this special bonus episode, we’re mashing up answers from the “Pivot Pivot” lightning round—a series of rapid-fire questions inspired by Bernard Pivot and Inside the Actors Studio. From favorite words to how they hope to be remembered, this mash-up offers a glimpse into the hearts behind the voices.

As I edited, I was struck all over again by just how extraordinary these people are—wisdom, heart, soul, purpose, and presence, all wrapped in breathtaking humanity.

Take a listen. Let their answers stir your own reflections.
And maybe—just maybe—you’ll find yourself smiling (or tearing up) along the way.

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Giselle Jennaway’s journey from strenuous avoidance of speaking to using her voice as a tool for deep transformation is nothing short of alchemy.

In this soulful conversation, Lauri and Giselle explore the moments that shaped Giselle’s relationship with her voice - from childhood shutdowns to profound ahas. A series of synchronicities sparked a connection that highlights the transformative power of intention and the magic that happens when we speak in service of those we’re meant to reach. Giselle’s path led her from being silenced in a choir, to dreading the spotlight, to ultimately finding her voice as a multi-talented practitioner and teacher delivering hypnotic, transformational messages.

TAKEAWAYS:
1. Sensations are Tools, Not Obstacles – Instead of fighting the “nerves”, learn to harness them to enhance your presence and connection.
2. Speaking in Service Dissolves Self-Consciousness – When you focus on who you’re meant to reach, fear takes a backseat to purpose.
3. Your Voice Carries a Transmission That’s Beyond Words – The way you speak carries energy that can awaken something powerful in your audience.
4. Rejection is Redirection – Being dismissed from choir at age five didn’t mean Giselle wasn’t meant to use her voice—it meant she was meant to use it differently.
5. That Green Dot is a Portal – When speaking online, imagine the people you’re serving instead of getting lost in the isolation of a camera lens.
6. Live Speaking is Like Improv – Just like in live theater, the most magical moments often come when things go “wrong.”
7. Your People Will Find You – When you speak from alignment, only those who resonate will tune in—everyone else will simply move on.
8. Synchronicity Shapes Your Speaking Path – Trust that the right opportunities, mentors, and audiences will appear at the perfect time.
9. Let Your Voice Do Its Job – Whether through storytelling, coaching, or hypnosis, your voice has a unique power that’s always at play in magical ways.

Connect with Giselle:
www.whitelionealchemy.earth
@mamalionesse on Instagram
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What happens when a highly sensitive person takes center stage?
In this episode of Soulful Speaking, copywriting soul genius Joanne Homestead shares her journey from a terrified five-year-old clutching a microphone to a confident entrepreneur embracing her authentic voice. Along the way, she invites us into a deeply human exploration of fear, presence, and transformation.

Together, we explore:

• Why some of our earliest speaking experiences leave lasting marks
• How teaching became Joanne’s improv playground
• The hidden challenges (and gifts) of being a highly sensitive speaker
• What to do when the spotlight feels more like an alien abduction
• Why soulful visibility begins with listening to your own needs

This episode is a love letter to the late bloomers, the empathic entrepreneurs, and anyone who's ever wondered if they were “too much” for the stage. You’re not. Your presence is powerful—and your story deserves to be told.

TAKEAWAYS
1. Your speaking journey might begin before you even realize it.
(Joanne’s began at age 5—and not by choice.)
2. Bravery isn’t the absence of nerves; it’s showing up anyway.
3. Empathy for your younger self can be a powerful healing tool.
4. Memorized speeches can shut down connection. Presence invites it in.
5. Teaching is speaking with heart—especially when it’s tailored in the moment.
6. Sensitivity isn’t a weakness—it’s a superpower in speaking and connection.
7. Every classroom, audience, or moment is different. Adaptability is leadership.
8. Soulful self-care looks like breaks, breath, and maybe even fiction books.
9. You don’t have to shout to be heard—you just have to resonate.

✨ Connect with Joanne:
Website & Free Storytelling Guide: deskplantcreatives.com
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The Speaker Alter Ego Quiz

Take the Speaker Alter Ego quiz to find out which protective mask hides your natural radiance so you can learn how to get present, connect deeply, and share your vision when it matters most!

https://voice-matters.com/speaker-alter-ego-quiz/

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Thank you so much for listening!

Take the free quiz and learn which Soul Sucker™ you need to release to free your voice: https://voice-matters.com/soul-sucker-quiz/

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