The Self-Intimacy Journey

The Self-Intimacy Journey

Are you tired of surface-level conversations and numbing your pain? We're ripping off filters and confronting the messy complexities of being a woman head on - relationships, spirituality, heartbreaks, traumas, even sex. Nothing is off limits here. Raw talk, hard conversations, deep healing, vulnerability, radical intimacy - this is where it all goes down. No more hiding behind masks. Let the scales fall as you courageously explore the rawest corners of being, getting intimate with your true self, with Christ as your compass. Come as you are, open heart.

Episodes

May 13, 2025 30 mins

Welcome to The Self Intimacy Journey! I'm your host, Charlene, The Intimacy Maven.

In today's episode, Mark and I explore stock market investing as a powerful wealth-building strategy. Discover why moving beyond low-yield bank accounts is essential to combat inflation, and how the stock market consistently delivers positive returns for investors who can manage their emotions during downturns.

We'll demystify the market, ...

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In "Healing from Disappointments with Stephany Poe," find a gentle hand to hold as you navigate life's heartbreaks.

Stephany Poe vulnerably shares her story, offering pathways to heal grief, embrace self-compassion, and release the burden of the past through forgiveness. Discover how disappointments illuminate deeper patterns, and reclaim your emotional independence and true self.

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Step into an intimate conversation as I sit down with Stephany Poe to unpack the real impact of unethical workplaces. Together, we navigate the challenges of toxic work environments, sharing personal insights and practical wisdom. Join our candid discussion and discover tools for your own transformation.

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I have been where you are, and I know that there is a happier life ahead of you…If you would like some free customized g...

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Join host Charlene, The Intimacy Maven, as she welcomes special guest Stephany Poe for an empowering discussion about reclaiming your professional identity after focusing on family life. Whether you're navigating post-divorce workplace reentry or seeking to rebuild your career after an extended break, this episode provides practical strategies and emotional support for your journey.

Stephany and Charlene dive deep into:

  • Transform...
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Welcome to The Self Intimacy Journey! I'm your host, Charlene, The Intimacy Maven.

In today's episode, we're diving deep into the world of wealth building with our distinguished guest, Mark Holohan. Uncover the transformative power of compound interest, demystify retirement strategies, and explore how smart investment choices today can shape your financial future.

Whether you're just starting your wealth-building jour...

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In this powerful podcast episode, host Charlene Goa and guest Bre Wolta dive deep into the emotional journey of healing from abusive relationships, offering a compassionate roadmap for rebuilding self-trust.

With raw vulnerability, they explore the complex dynamics of manipulation, providing listeners with transformative insights into nervous system regulation, boundary setting, and emotional healing. Their nuanced conversation unv...

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Confused about credit scores? Wondering if you're making the right choices about loans? In this eye-opening episode, financial expert Mark Holohan demystifies debt and credit ratings, revealing how to make these powerful financial tools work for you instead of against you.

Learn the insider secrets of credit scoring, discover how to secure the best loan rates, and understand which types of debt to embrace and which to avoid. Fro...

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Struggling to make ends meet or wondering where your money goes each month? In this essential episode, financial expert Mark Holohan breaks down the secrets to successful budgeting and saving that only 40% of households have mastered.

Learn practical, easy-to-implement strategies for creating a budget that actually works, discover the powerful "pay yourself first" principle, and understand the critical difference between ...

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Ladies, ready to take control of your financial future? In this eye-opening episode, we're joined again by finance whiz Mark Holohan to chat about crafting your very own money game plan. You'll learn how setting clear financial goals can be a game-changer for your wallet and peace of mind.

We dive into two must-haves for every woman's financial toolkit: a solid emergency fund (because life happens!) and a smart retiremen...

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Embark on a transformative journey towards financial freedom with our new Financial Literacy Series. In this inaugural episode, we're joined by special guest Mark Holohan to explore the crucial first step: Financial Independence.

What you'll discover

  • The true meaning of financial independence
  • Why this goal is essential for your health, resilience, and housing security
  • How to recognize if you're on a path of dist...
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Welcome to another empowering episode of the Self Intimacy Journey! Today, I am beyond excited to have the incredible Nafsika as my guest. This is an episode you absolutely cannot miss! 

We’re diving headfirst into everything that resonates with women today. Ever thought about starting your own business to achieve financial freedom? We’ve got you covered! We also explored the transformative journey of falling back in love with your ...

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LaNise is my guest this month on the Self-Intimacy Journey. We discuss the vital role healing plays in our lives and get excited about her upcoming event, "Breaking Up with Heartbreak," scheduled for August 24, 2024.

If you're ready to invest in yourself and break free from past hurts, this episode is for you. Tune in to learn from LaNise's wisdom, experience, and faith as she shares practical steps to healing you...

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Join host Charlene, the Intimacy Maven, and special guest Abbie Godles, Divorce Lawyer and Mediator, in a new episode of The Self-Intimacy Journey. This eye-opening discussion explores why you should consider divorce mediation over litigation.

We provide a comprehensive map to this peaceful approach, highlighting its benefits for your well-being, finances, and children.

Learn how mediation can help you close this chapter of your lif...

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On this episode, Stephany and I dived deep into the transformative and healing power of a progressive mindset.

Discover how this revolutionary approach can revolutionize every aspect of your life, from your career to your relationships. We're breaking down barriers and tackling taboo subjects to help you heal deep-rooted wounds, overcome past traumas, and cultivate a profound sense of self-intimacy.

Get ready to shift your pers...

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Get ready for a powerful story of hope and resilience. I’m sitting down with a brave survivor, LaToya, who’s transformed her life after enduring sexual assault and domestic violence. 


You'll be touched as she opens up about her healing journey, rediscovering her inner strength, and learning to love herself again. Her story of building a joyful, nurturing marriage after chaos will warm your heart, and you'll be inspired b...

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On this episode of the Self-Intimacy Journey with special guest Gerald Manning, we delve into how your early environment, upbringing, and societal influences shape your adult life.


Often, the decisions we make are driven by unconscious patterns rooted in past experiences. By exploring these core wounds, you can gain a deeper understanding of yourself and break free from limiting beliefs.


This episode is for you if you want t...

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May 4, 2024 39 mins

Today, I'll be sharing my story - who I am, the experiences that shaped me, my journey, and the struggles I've faced along the way. Are you ready to get to know me on a deeper level?

Let's do this...

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I have been where you are, and I know that there is a happier life ahead of you…If you would like some free customized guidance… feel free to book a 30-minute call with me directly. ⁠Book here⁠.

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As a woman (from childhood), we were taught that our values lie in being chosen by a man, in being married, in being with child.

So unconsciously when we reach a certain age and we are not married or keep landing in relationships that end without notice and quicker than the last we start believing the lie that we are unworthy, undeserving of love, defective, broken.

We start to envy our coupled friends. We focus on finding the rela...

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Are you tired of surface-level conversations and walking on eggshells around the real issues? Sick of numbing your pain and denying your deepest truths? Well, sister, let me welcome you to Self Intimacy Journey PODCAST where you can leave all that behind.

On the PODCAST, we'll be ripping off the filters and confronting the messy, beautiful complexities of being a woman head on. From relationships, spirituality, shattered dreams...

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