11. Kathleen Hassan - Stepping into Authentic Badassery

If you are on the journey of discovery of your Authentic Self, you will be supported by the many pearls of wisdom shared in this invigorating and moving conversation with Kathleen Hassan, Artist and Podcast Host, as we continue with the final episode in the Imposter Syndrome Series.In this episode, Teresa Biggs, DOM, board-certified Doctor of Oriental Medicine, Biologist, & advanced Yoga teacher, welcomes Kathleen as she shares her fierce, fiery spirit in this energizing and inspirational conversation.Kathleen Hassan is a seasoned writer, life coach, and inspirational speaker who has embarked on a thrilling second-act career as an artist and podcast host. Kathleen's diverse background also includes serving in ministry as a prayer chaplain and reiki master. Each painting she creates begins with a "prayer layer," infusing her artwork with divine love.Kathleen generously shares her Pearls of Wisdom:-Being in the Flow, having the time of her life, and experiencing no greater high than creatively expressing herself through painting -How Kathleen stepped into edginess & came to the title of her podcast Art Junkie-Rejecting Perfection and Stepping into a new realm of Authentic Badassery -Badassery Definition = behavior, characteristics, or actions regarded as formidably impressive-“Don’t Bogart that Art” - Put Yourself out there & Shine your Light-Celebrating transitions into new cycles of life at 68-How Kathleen discovered her talent of painting -The silver lining of COVID-Investing in yourself and your passions-Kathleen generously shares her life journey and how she has arrived in her authenticity-How she navigated imposter syndrome and addiction-Her spiritual journey of awakening, recovery, & surrendering to a greater power-How Kathleen surrenders to a greater power & stays in the flow -How the 3rd step prayer in AA supports Kathleen-Honoring her Flow with nourishing Slow Mornings as support-“I’ve never felt more congruent and authentic and ready to be all that I am here to be.”-“I love Jesus, but I curse a little.”-The painful points of people-pleasing & trying to fit in, that lead to connecting to her authenticity -The grit has to happen for the pearl to exist -Gentle self-talk as a resource when meeting Imposter Syndrome-Experiencing a difficult childhood and taking on a parents critical voice -Holding healing space for our Inner Child and Inner Teenager -Ho’oponopono - Hawaiian practice of forgiveness-Validating our Inner Wild-Teen Spirit & processing shame-Being afraid to ask for help as a survival mechanism-Being so cool with not knowing & the freedom of not having to know-How the inspiration for Kathleen's art emerges through her-Comparison is the thief of joy & keeping your eyes on your own canvas-The treasure of Vulva Art-Kathleen's guidance for getting started in Art-Paint for you, play, be curious, & don't be afraid to paint over itPlease follow along and if you loved consider giving a 5-star review -- thank you for your support!Connect with Kathleen here:www.KathleenHassanArt.com Sign up to receive a FREE meditation called "Manifesting the Muse." Follow Kathleen at @kathleenhassan on Instagram And Kathleen’s Podcast Art Junkie @artjunkiepodcast Connect with Teresa here: www.portal4perimenopause.com✨New WorkBook✨:Alchemizing Imposter Syndrome - Transform Self-Doubt to Reveal Your most Authentic Self⁠https://portal4perimenopause.com/store