Self-love sounds beautiful in theory—but how do you actually practice it when life feels heavy and your body feels like a stranger?

In this heartfelt episode we are joined by transformational coach, yoga teacher, and global retreat leader Nadine McNeil—also known as Universal Empress. Together, they dive deep into what it really means to practice self-love.

Far beyond affirmations and bath rituals, self-love is about rebuilding trust with the body, accepting imperfections, and creating safety within yourself. Nomi and Nadine share stories from their own journeys, explore why we lose connection with our bodies in the first place, and offer practical ways to return home to yourself—no matter where you’re starting from.

From mirror work and breathwork to dancing in your room and hugging yourself like you would a child, this episode offers a powerful reminder: self-love isn’t something you wait to feel—it’s something you do.

In this episode:

• Why self-love is a practice—not just a mindset
• How to reconnect with your body after years of disconnection
• The importance of physical rituals like touch, breath, and movement
• Why discomfort, grief, and setbacks can actually be portals to healing
• How building a relationship with your body leads to deeper intuition and self-trust
• What it really looks like to meet yourself with compassion on hard days

About Nadine McNeil:

Nadine McNeil, known as the Universal Empress, is a transformational coach, yoga teacher, and retreat facilitator helping women around the world step into healing, power, and purpose. Through her workshops, global retreats, and moon circles, she guides others to come home to themselves with grace and truth. https://www.instagram.com/universalempress/?hl=en

What if a statue of your vulva could change how you see your body—and help rewrite a generation's relationship with pleasure, shame, and power?

In this boundary-breaking episode, we welcome the incredible artist and founder of Vulva Casting, Viktoria Krug. Known for her empowering vulva sculptures, Viktoria uses art to help women and vulva-havers around the world reclaim body confidence, dismantle shame, and celebrate the diversity of our bodies.

Viktoria shares how a single discovery in her twenties led to a global mission to normalize vulva diversity and empower people through casting sessions. Together, we discuss identity, self-expression, sexuality, and what it means to honor the parts of ourselves that have been hidden, judged, or misunderstood.

From boudoir photography to vulva art, this conversation explores how personal liberation can be a political act—and how simply saying yes to seeing yourself can be revolutionary.

In this episode:

• Why vulva castings are about more than art—they’re about healing and reclamation
• The emotional and cultural power behind casting the most intimate part of your body
• How shame around genitalia starts—and how we can dismantle it
• Why vulva diversity matters in conversations about sexuality, gender, and identity
• What to expect from a vulva casting session (yes, it’s safe, sacred, and deeply empowering!)
• How you can be part of the movement, even if you don’t book a session

01:45 Discovering the Diversity of Vulvas

02:37 The Emotional Journey of Vulva Casting

04:27 Global Impact and Educational Outreach

07:40 Boudoir Photography and Body Positivity

12:13 The Healing Power of Vulva Casting

12:44 The Casting Process Explained

17:09 Empowerment Through Art and Conversation

About Viktoria Krug & Vulva Casting:

Viktoria Krug is a biologist-turned-artist based in Austria, and the founder of Vulva Casting. Her mission is to challenge shame and celebrate individuality by casting real vulvas from real people around the world. Each statue is a piece of art—and a symbol of liberation, pride, and visibility.

Book Your Vulva Casting in NYC:

Viktoria will be offering limited sessions in New York City from July 21–28, 2025, hosted by Nomi at Boudoir by Nomi’s studio.

Connect with Viktoria:

• Follow on Instagram: @vulvacasting
• Learn more and book: vulvacasting.com

Connect with Nomi:

Instagram: @boudoirbynomi

Website: https://boudoirbynomi.com

Schedule a consult: https://boudoirbynomi.com/contact

What if the path to deeper self-awareness and healing wasn’t in doing more, but in slowing down?

Cassanie Mckenzie is a yoga teacher, wellness coach, sound healer and my dear friend based in Jamaica. In this episode, we explore Cassanie's journey from discovering yoga in her "party girl phase" to becoming a renowned teacher who integrates movement, sound, and spiritual practices into her offerings.

Cassanie shares how her personal evolution led her from intense cardio workouts to a deeper connection with her body, mind, and spirit through yoga and wellness - because movement is not about weight loss. They we chat into the importance of nourishing practices, the role of the womb as a creative and energetic center, and how retreats and cleanses can transform lives.

02:35 Cassanie's Journey into Yoga

06:40 First Yoga Class Experience

11:05 Transition to Professional Yoga

15:50 First Teaching Experience

23:09 The Spiritual Connection of Music and Life Experiences

24:13 The Deeper Purpose of Movement and Cleansing

25:58 Understanding the Womb Cleanse

26:44 The Role of Yoga and Physical Practices

32:37 Embracing Plant Medicine and Holistic Healing

34:21 Starting Your Journey with Movement and Yoga

37:31 Connecting with Cassanie and Upcoming Retreats

41:59 The Importance of Nourishment and Personal Growth

Connect with Cassanie:

Website: https://www.cassaniemckenzie.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cassanisun/

Retreats: https://www.cassaniemckenzie.com/curated-retreats-1

Connect with Nomi:

Instagram: @boudoirbynomi

Website: https://boudoirbynomi.com

Schedule a consult: https://boudoirbynomi.com/contact