The Knowing Podcast | Emotional Intelligence, Business Growth, Personal Development

4 - Beyond the Shoulds: Redefining Success to Live in Alignment with Your Values

In this episode of the Knowing Podcast...
Christene Marie is joined by Rachel B. Lee, the Authentic Branding Lady Boss who made waves in 2017 as the social lead for Microsoft Inspire, achieving over a billion impressions.
Together, they dive into a profound conversation about soul alignment in entrepreneurship, the importance of solid support systems, and prioritizing mental health and self-awareness.
Rachel opens up with refreshing authenticity, sharing her journey through therapy—including EMDR—and emphasizing the value of seeking professional help and normalizing conversations about mental well-being.
Her story inspires a decisive shift in how we view vulnerability as a personal and professional strength. Rachel’s insights have proven backing as she has nearly 20,000 followers on LinkedIn alone.
Tune in to discover how sharing your story with honesty and heart can foster deep connections with your audience.  Grab your headphones and get ready for an episode that celebrates the power of vulnerability in unlocking personal growth and thriving in business!
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Important Moments:
06:44 - Intuition and Career Choices
09:10 - Transitioning to Entrepreneurship
22:13 - Therapy and Mental Health Practices
31:42 - LinkedIn as a Strategic Platform
46:08 - Staying Present and Adaptable
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3 - The Brick Wall: Assuming Radical Responsibility in Relationships

In this episode of The Knowing Podcast, Christene Marie sits down with Shadi Absi, a successful entrepreneur and photographer, for a heartfelt and honest conversation about personal growth and the challenges of navigating relationships.
Shadi discusses the tension between accepting limitations and having a relentless drive to keep improving. In his deeply insightful way, he dives into the idea of satisfaction, posing the possibility that his constant pursuit of perfection might be getting in the way of enjoying the present moment.
One of the most powerful moments you’ll experience in this episode is when Christene Marie uses the metaphor of a "brick wall" to describe the emotional barriers we build over time, shaped by childhood experiences and old wounds.
This conversation is a nudge to take a closer look at your own emotional baggage and start working toward the healing you’ve been putting off.
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Important Moments:
 
03:22 - Business Metrics and Satisfaction
06:01 - Embracing Imperfection and Acceptance
10:34 - Balancing Acceptance and Improvement
17:01 - Navigating Relationships and Boundaries
28:09 - Understanding Different Communication Styles
36:01 - The Impact of Words and Emotional Scars
51:46 - Happiness as a Byproduct, Not a Goal
1:00:14 - Breaking Down Goals and Embracing Micro-Failures
1:16:14 - Grace as the Foundation for Healthy Relationships
 
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Did you enjoy what you heard from Shadi? Connect with him on social!
Website: https://www.moonlightandhoney.com/
 
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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/metalkid2000/?hl=en

2 - From Chaos to Clarity: Martha Krejci’s Journey to Abundance and Peace

In this episode of the Knowing Podcast, we get to hear from the amazing Martha Krejci!
In her authentic and heartfelt way, she shares about her life's transitions, which sparked personal growth, reduced anxiety, and allowed her to find a deeper connection with her faith and family.
After moving from a fast-paced life in Florida to a slower life in Texas, Martha shares the beauty of slowing down, creating space for what truly matters, and allowing God to influence her business practices and abundance mindset.
Through this episode, you will gain a refreshing perspective on achieving success and fulfillment while staying true to your values and faith. It is possilble!
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Important Moments:
04:58 Finding Peace and Slowing Down
07:31 Personal Growth and Overcoming Anxiety
22:02 Impact of Faith on Business
29:08 Taking the First Step: Faith in Action
34:24 The Birth of a Successful Course
40:57 The Scarcity Mindset vs. Abundance
49:00 Leading by Love: A Life Philosophy
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Have you been meaning to surrender in prayer, cultivate deeper faith, and heal from religious wounds? Let Martha walk you through your journey. Visit withmartha.com  for more information.
Grab Martha’s book The Home Based Revolution to get started on your journey now!
Martha’s second book, The Invincible Family Project, will inspire you to get out there and do what you’re made to do.
 
Connect with Martha on social!
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/martha.krejci1111/ 
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themarthakrejci/?hl=en 
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/MarthaKrejci

The Knowing Podcast Trailer

Do you feel like you’re constantly trying to meet others' expectations, losing sight of who you really are?
Are you struggling to balance your personal and professional lives, feeling like two different people?
Do you wish you could cut through the noise of external voices and find clarity and purpose?
Are you ready to discover the truth of who you were truly meant to be?
 
In this podcast, you will find real conversations that peel back the layers of who we are and explore how to integrate our personal and professional lives. We will challenge long-held beliefs and embrace the discomfort of new perspectives to foster true growth and understanding. You will learn how to quiet external distractions, align with your true self, and assume responsibility over your choices.
 
Hi, I’m Christene Marie, author of Knowing and founder of the Knowing Agency. I spent years trying to fit into molds that weren’t meant for me, constantly feeling disconnected from my true self. I was constantly torn between who I was expected to be and who I felt I truly was. I finally realized that freedom lies in radical self-awareness and aligning vertically—finding a place where love, truth, and responsibility come together.
 
If you are ready to break free from the expectations of others, integrate your emotional and intellectual self, and discover the fullness of who you were created to be—this podcast is for you. Each episode offers insights, stories, and practical guidance to help you connect with your authentic self, cultivate deeper relationships, and lead your business with integrity.
 
Join me on The Knowing Podcast, where we cut through the noise, share honest conversations, and pursue the freedom that comes from truly knowing ourselves. Grab your coffee, hit play, and get ready to unlock the business (and life) breakthroughs you’ve been waiting for!
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1 - From Boot Camp to Self-Love: Kamal Ravikant's Transformative Journey

In this episode of the Knowing Podcast…
Today, Kamal Ravikant, author of Love Yourself Like Your Life Depends On It, joins Christene Marie on the Knowing podcast to discuss his journey of self-discovery and transformation. 
This episode emphasizes the importance of trusting yourself as the foundation for self-love and how the power of making and keeping commitments can lead to profound personal growth. 
You’ll be inspired as Kamal draws from his own experiences, including his time in the military and his transformative trip to Japan.  
Important moments:
2:16 - The transformative power of travel
3:34 - Quieting the "Protector" to Unleash Creativity
10:48 - Building Self-Trust Through Commitment
16:39 - The Profound Impact of Making a Vow
19:25 - From Self-Hate to Self-Love
23:37 - Reframing "Brokenness" as a Pathway to Wholeness:
34:00 - The Analogy of the Dark Room
51:42 - Practical Tips for Cultivating Self-Love
53:05 - Discipline as Freedom
 
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Next steps:
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