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It’s Mental Health Awareness Month! So, let’s take a moment to check in with our mental health, but also shed light on how you can support loved ones who struggle with mental illness.  In this episode of Studio Within, I share tips and advice for supporting people who are suffering. Whether it’s your friend, your partner, a family member, or a stranger who happens to be pouring their heart out to you, these insights will help you be present with someone when they are hurting. [Disclaimer: This information is not meant to treat mental illness or substitute professional medical advice, counseling, or therapy.] Let’s make each other feel seen, heard, and understood instead of judged or overlooked. Practice deep listening, hold space for all emotions and reactions, and then ask, “what does support from me look like to you now?” Go to the show notes here Follow WITHSAARA

Are you curious about what it’s like to have a coach or what it's like to be in a coaching session?  This episode will give you major insights into both! In this episode of Studio Within, I welcome Samantha Chesler, a coach, mentor, and teacher who’s passionate about helping people discover their inner leader and realize that they are not dictated by their inner critic. Tune in as we talk about why Samantha became a coach after 16 years of teaching, how she supports her clients through coaching, and what she’s learned from teaching in 12 different countries. You'll also get to hear a quick sample of coaching!  “Everybody’s why is different but if you live with the knowledge of that purpose and you move in the direction towards your why, your life will be so much more fulfilled.” - Samantha Chesler  Go to show notes here Follow me on IG here

In this episode of Studio Within, I talk about what coaching is, the benefits of working with a coach, and why coaching is so transformational. What is the difference between therapy and coaching? Is coaching right for me? How does a coach/client relationship work? I address all these questions and more, so get cozy and tune in! “Coaching will challenge you in very unexpected ways. It will make you question some of your own biases, thoughts and habits. It will literally provoke your thinking.” - Saara Sihvonen Now more than ever, people are signing up for coaching programs and hiring coaches to guide them through everything from eating healthy to starting a business. Coaching has so many benefits and I want to shine light on why coaches can be so helpful for models and talents who want to grow and succeed in the fashion and entertainment industry.  Show Notes: https://www.onlinestudiobywithsaara.com/blog/whatiscoachingandwhydoesitworkssowell Learn more about WITHSAARA: https://www.withsaara.com/

In this episode of Studio Within, I talk about why and how positive psychology can holistically transform talent development and the fashion industry. Positive psychology provides evidence-based information, tools, and practices that models and talents can benefit from… so why aren’t they more prevalent in the fashion industry? This is the problem that inspired Studio Within, WITHSAARA Wellbeing Platform, and the Thriving Talent Training. Listen in to learn about my own experience working with positive psychology as a model and practices I’ve used to feel more empowered, happier, and even improve my performance. Go to show notes here. Follow WITHSAARA

In this episode of Studio Within, I talk about 3 useful questions for fashion models and talents working in fashion.  Using these questions, you’ll be able to get clear on your goals, your boundaries, what success looks like to YOU, and most importantly what gives you meaning in life. After some reflection, you’ll feel more resilient, driven, and empowered in your career. As Fashion Week takes place all over the world this month, I wanted to share the specific, important insights I’ve learned throughout my career as a fashion model by sharing my personal answers to these 3 questions. Read show notes here: https://www.onlinestudiobywithsaara.com/blog/3-questions-that-will-help-you-boost-your-career-in-fashion

How do actors take care of their mental health? In this episode of Studio Within, I welcome Alina Tomnikov, an internationally recognized Finnish-Russian actress based in Helsinki, Finland. Listen in as we talk about how Alina stays mentally sane and healthy as an actress. She speaks on the power of letting go, finding and listening to your own voice, and asking for help when you’re struggling. We also discuss the importance of recognizing your worth and figuring out what mental health tools work best for you. Read show notes here:  https://www.onlinestudiobywithsaara.com/blog/how-to-stay-mentally-healthy-through-times-of-struggle-with-finnish-russian-actress-alina-tomnikov Follow Alina Tomnikov: www.instagram.com/alinatomnikov Follow WITHSAARA: https://www.instagram.com/withsaara/?hl=fi

This is a special week here at Studio Within! We are intentionally celebrating the first year of podcasting. And what better way to celebrate the first birthday of Studio Within than reflecting on the past episodes and answering the question: How can each episode of Studio Within podcast make your life better? If you are a new listener this is a great episode to start with or if you are a seasoned Studio Within listener but you have missed a few episodes here and there this episode will give you a good summary of all the past episodes so you will know which ones to add on your podcast list!  If you like to celebrate more, make sure to tune into the previous episode (EP25) where Dan Lim, my guest host,  and I are celebrating this special birthday together. And to make it even more fun, Dan is taking the microphone from me and becomes the host of the episode and I will be put on the hot seat on my own show ;)  Tune into the episode here: https://www.onlinestudiobywithsaara.com/blog/dan-lim-interviews-me-for-studio-within-s-1st-birthday

Happy 1st Birthday to the Studio Within Podcast! We’re switching things up for this special anniversary episode… Today, I’m in the hot seat as a guest on my own show! I welcome Daniel "Dan" Lim, Co-Host of The LITO Podcast and Co-founder of LITO Academy, a membership group for visionary entrepreneurs to celebrate this special anniversary with me. I can guarantee you one thing from this episode: loads of laughter! We laughed, celebrated, and covered some of my most important takeaways from the first year of podcasting.   And to you my loyal listener, I want to say thank you from the bottom of my heart for taking the time to tune into Studio Within episodes. It means a lot. I hope I will be able to share more meaningful and FUN conversations with you in the future.  Read the show notes here: https://www.onlinestudiobywithsaara.com/podcastTune into The Lito Podcast here: https://litolabs.com/podcastFollow me on IG here: https://www.instagram.com/withsaara/?hl=fi

Happy New Year to you all! Do you want to know a more powerful way to boost your success, achievement, well-being, and joy in 2022? Hint: It’s not New Year’s resolutions! In this first 2022 episode of Studio Within, I welcome Netta Lehtonen, a coach, positive psychology expert, and Founder of Joylla, Finland’s leading positive psychology training company. Tune in as we talk about the importance of character strengths, what they are, and how you can start to develop your own signature character strengths to create well-being in 2022.  Go to episode show notes here Follow Netta on Instagram: www.instagram.com/joyllafiVisit Joylla’s website: www.joylla.comConnect with me here: www.instagram.com/withsaara

"When your 'why' is strong, your doubts and the fear will weaken." In this episode of Studio Within (the last episode of 2021!), I talk about how our actions in life are influenced by the fear of failure. I also share a few ways you can navigate and overcome your fear of failure, no matter what area of life it’s in. You’ll learn how to turn that fear into a powerful fuel for growth, embodying your fullest potential, and uncovering your inner glow. Go to show notes here Follow WITHSAARA on IG here

What are the most important things you need to know in order to have a thriving career in fashion or entertainment? I have the answers for you… all six of them! In this final episode of the Thriving Talent Series, I reflect on the six major lessons from these conversations, as well as my own modeling career, that will give you the unbreakable foundation you need to thrive in fashion and entertainment… and in life in general!  Plus, tune in to find out how you can join Rejection Cure, my free mini training that teaches you how to deal with rejection like a pro. Go to show notes here Join FREE Rejection Cure Training here Follow WITHSAARA on IG

With so much going on in the world, pursuing a career in modeling, acting, or any other form of talent can seem intimidating… but when you know the tools for thriving, your potential is limitless. In this episode of the Thriving Talent Series, I welcome model and entrepreneur, Avril Guerrero, to share her definitions of thriving, freedom, and independence. She shines light on how she started modeling as a teenager and what has empowered her to thrive in her career for 14+ years, and why she decided to pursue higher education and entrepreneurship alongside modeling. If your goal is to work as a talent in fashion or entertainment, this episode is a must listen. Go to show notes here Follow WITHSAARA on IG