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In this episode of Live Consciously with Nicole, I’m sharing an honest reflection on my first year living in Italy–the beauty, the overwhelm, and the deep inner growth that came with it. I talk about what it’s really like to move to a new country, learn a new language, navigate residency paperwork, slow down from an American pace of life, and trust the Divine when life takes an unexpected turn. We explore: Living in Italy as both beautiful and soproffatto (overwhelming) Releasing perfectionism and choosing progress over perfection Learning Italian with self-compassion and patience Adapting to a slower, more intentional way of life Trusting the Divine beyond manifestation culture Creativity, oil painting, and being inspired by Florence and the Renaissance We close with a short guided meditation to help you stay centered, grounded, and connected to your inner light, even when life feels intense or overwhelming. Wherever you are in the world, this episode is an invitation to slow down, soften, and come home to yourself. ✨ New episodes of Live Consciously with Nicole coming soon.

Feeling stuck in a creative rut? In today's episode I share: Powerful ways to reignite your inspiration through travel, books, and artistic rituals. Personal stories of creative awakening ~ from Tuscany’s hidden villages to the timeless wisdom of Patricia Highsmith and Julia CameronHow changing your environment and embracing simple rituals and joys can fuel artistic flow. La Bella Vita Diaries: https://nicolewensel.com/blog/reigniting-creative-inspiration-tools-to-nurture-artistic-flow

In this episode of Live Consciously, I share my biggest life update yet—I moved to Italy!! • From solo travel to falling in love: How a self-love trip to Italy last year led me to my husband • The magic of Florence and how Renaissance art reignited my passion as an artist • Navigating life between California and Italy: The highs, the challenges, and the unexpected moments • Getting engaged over the summer and getting married in Palazzo Vecchio, the very museum that changed my life • The beauty and rebirth of starting over in a new country—learning a new language, riding a bike again, and finding joy in everyday moments • Letting go of control, surrendering to something bigger, and trusting the universe to guide me This episode is for anyone who needs a reminder that life is full of magic, new beginnings, and unexpected love. ✨

My candid thoughts on the current state of the Hollywood film industry, the inspiration behind founding my production company, Conscious Cinema and my latest experience as an audience member watching mainstream film in theaters about DV (as a survivor)

Welcome to Live Consciously with Nicole! Today I am launching the very first video podcast episode & excited to share a little about my backstory, a few life updates, as well as a complimentary guided meditation to help you get grounded in the present moment. This feels like a fresh start ~ it is truly the start of something beautiful ✨🦋

In today's episode, I share my take on what it means to "Live Sensually" & we discuss... Discovering how you want your life to "feel" vs. how you want your life to "look" (intrinsic vs. extrinsic motivation) The lifestyle inspiration I've personally gained from Italian culture Excerpts from the book, "Daily Decadence" by Sherri Dobay... including her Italian escapades & recipe/wine pairing inspo There is a free gift waiting for you here 🎁: Complimentary Anxiety-Relief Care Package Gift includes... Guided Meditation Anxiety-Relief Journal Self-Care Toolkit Dinosaur Coloring Book

In today's episode, I get raw, real & vulnerable about the inner obstacles I've had to overcome as a survivor. If you've ever struggled with a fear of visibility, perfectionism, people pleasing & other trauma responses - this episode is for you! I also share my favorite Virginia Woolf quote about the particular inner struggles many women writers face, as referenced in "A Room of One's Own." Enjoy! Nicole XOXO

In this episode I share the 6 steps of "Inner Bonding" as inspired by the work of Margaret Paul, PhD. My wish is that this episode may help you deepen your relationship with yourself as well as to a higher power of your understanding. Inner Bonding has personally helped me immensely in a very practical way along my healing and self-love journey in cultivating a feeling of wholeness and inner connection to divine love. Enjoy! Nicole

In this episode I share practical techniques I personally use to regulate my nervous system as a survivor living with cPTSD.

A candid discussion about a difficult topic + a guided meditation intended to nurture survivors of narcissistic abuse.

In this episode I share... Insights & updates on my current spiritual journey Embracing independent thought & practicing awareness of group think Taking back one's power from "well-meaning" spiritual communities The true meaning of conscious cinema & how it can serve our world by helping to reprogram the subconscious mind & create visions of possibilities, emotions of empathy & hope Enjoy! Nicole XOXO

In today’s podcast episode, I get really raw and vulnerable, sharing a personal struggle & insight about letting go through releasing the fear of abandonment & the underlying limiting beliefs that can keep us stuck.  Hope my journey serves you on yours :)!  XO, Nicole

In today’s podcast episode, I share personal insights on the practice of cultivating wholeness. While we are all already whole individuals, we live in a world where it is easy to forget our own autonomy and inner wholeness. My personal definition of wholeness is fully owning and acknowledging all parts of ourselves – the “positive” emotions as well as the more challenging ones; the “positive” attributes within ourselves as well as our perceived flaws. As we learn to try softer in life – softening into our breathe, into the present moment (without needing to know how perceived “problems” will be solved immediately or what the outcomes will be in our lives), we can open ourselves up to fully enjoying the grand adventure of it all. As you listen along to the episode, here are a few personal mantras you can take with you, if you they serve you: I am resilient I am discerning I am radiant and whole Sending all my love your way! XO, Nicole

In this episode, I share... - My thoughts on the Heroine's Journey - Insights on moving through liminal space - Rituals for honoring + navigating transition Enjoy! Love, Nicole P.S. If you haven't received your free virtual care package for anxiety relief yet, you can do so here 🎁: https://mailchi.mp/e60405acbdb2/carepackage You can learn more + sign up for The Empowerment Workshop here: https://courses.nicolewensel.com/courses/the-empowerment-workshop ❤️❤️❤️

In this episode, I share... - My thoughts on breaking the cycle of idealization + self-neglect - Insights on releasing deep attachments  - How to move forward and re-connect to true needs, desires, and feelings Enjoy! Love, Nicole P.S. If you haven't received your free virtual care package for anxiety relief yet, you can do so here 🎁: https://mailchi.mp/e60405acbdb2/carepackage You can learn more + sign up for The Empowerment Workshop here: https://courses.nicolewensel.com/courses/the-empowerment-workshop ❤️❤️❤️