PODCAST · education
Intuitive Founders Studio
by Roxana Akhbari
This podcast teaches ambitious intuitive people how to navigate overwhelm and doubt to confidently create purposeful businesses that reflect the life they truly want.
Episodes
-
EP 50 - Tackling Black & White Thinking: An Intuitive Founder's Guide
The Intuitive Founder’s Studio is now 1 year old! I am wrapping up the 1st season of this show and I will return in a few months, with season 2! Let’s end season 1 with a topic that can undermine many of the thought work tools we've explored throughout the year: black-and-white thinking. As...
-
EP 49 - Moving Beyond Habitual Criticism as an Intuitive Founder
This episode picks up where I left off last week. In the previous episode, I explored what habitual criticism is, why many intuitive founders develop it, and how it can impact us negatively. In this episode, I move from awareness to practice. I share a simple 3-step practice for shifting habitual...
-
EP 48 - Is Being Critical Helping or Harming You?
Many intuitive founders are highly perceptive and aware of what could go wrong. While these qualities can help us make thoughtful decisions and prevent problems, they can also turn into a habit of chronic criticism that disconnects us from joy and appreciation for what is already good and…
more -
EP 47 - How To Change Your Current Limiting Thoughts
In the past few episodes on thought work as a PROCESS, I unpacked why rushing to change your thoughts backfires, why learning to feel negative emotions matters, and how to approach relapses to old thought patterns with more compassion and intentionality. In this episode, I explore a crucial next...
-
EP 46 - Re-post: Burnout Reset for Intuitive Founders
I’m re-sharing this earlier episode because burnout doesn’t always come from doing work you hate. Many intuitive founders are building businesses they deeply care about — and still sometimes find themselves exhausted, overwhelmed, and emotionally flooded. In this episode, I unpack how burnout is...
-
EP 45 - The PROCESS of Thought Work for Intuitive Founders #3
In the past 2 parts of this mini series on thought work as a PROCESS, I unpacked how rushing to change your thoughts backfires and why learning to feel our negative emotions is just as important as learning to shift the thoughts that create them. In this final episode of the mini series, I…
more -
EP 44 - The PROCESS of Thought Work for Intuitive Founders #2
Last week, I started a 3-part mini series on this podcast. I began with introducing thought work as a PROCESS that requires accepting our current thoughts before trying to change them. In this second episode of this mini series, I take this work one step deeper. I unpack why intuitive founders...
-
EP 43 - The PROCESS of Thought Work for Intuitive Founders #1
If you’ve been practicing thought work, you’ve probably noticed how powerful it is to intentionally choose new thoughts to create the feelings and results you want. But what if focusing on “better thoughts” is actually slowing you down? In this first episode of a 3-part series, I unpack a common...
-
EP 42 - Re-post: The Problem with Blame
Re-sharing an early episode—because the blame mindset can be an overlooked block, especially for intuitive founders. In this episode, I unpack how blame can show up as an attachment to the idea that your ability to make choices in your life now is still tied to what happened in your past. Without...
-
EP 41 - From Freeze to Presence: A Practice for Overwhelming Times
If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed or numb while following the news these days, you’re not alone. These responses are part of how your nervous system protects you in times of crisis. In this short episode, I share a personal experience of noticing myself in a freeze state while following updates...
-
EP 40 - Your Short-term Capacity Isn't Your Long-term Potential
If you’ve ever felt like you don’t have enough time to create what you truly want, you’re not alone. But what if that experience is not just about your schedule—but about how you’re relating to time and your own pace? In this episode, I explore the gap between your short-term capacity and…
more -
EP 39 - Somatic Coaching for (Peri)Menopause: Conversation with Shilpa Khare
This show is all about practicing the skills to manage our minds as intuitive founders—so we can build and lead without abandoning ourselves. In this episode, my guest, Shilpa Khare, unpacks how this work becomes especially important during (peri)menopause—a phase often misunderstood and reduced…
more -
EP 38 - Boundaries for Intuitive Founders in Difficult Times #2
If you listened to last week’s episode, you might have noticed where your energy is being stretched too thin. But even when we recognize the need for boundaries, it’s not always clear how to actually draw them. In this second episode of a two-part mini series, I walk you through a simple…
more -
EP 37 - Boundaries for Intuitive Founders in Difficult Times #1
In moments of crisis , many of us feel a strong pull to support the people around us. That is amazing! But sometimes, supporting others can emotionally overwhelm us. People in marginalized groups are often expected to hold emotional space for others without noticing the cost to overriding their…
more -
EP 36 - Re-post: “Yes, And...” Or, How to Handle Frustration
We are in the midst of a devastating war unfolding in the Middle East following the recent bombardments of Iran by the U.S. and Israel and Iran’s retaliation across the region. In the first few days, I noticed a pattern in myself and many friends: because of the scale of this violence, our brains...
-
EP 35 - Conscious Leadership: Conversation with Seema Dhanoa
This show is all about skills to take control of what we can be in charge of as intuitive founders by practicing managing our own minds. In this episode, I'm talking with Seema Dhanoa about why the same practice is crucial in any leadership position and not just for founders who create something...
-
EP 34 - Recognizing Our Power in Times of Terror #2
This is part two of my 2-part mini-series on practicing thought work in times of state-sanctioned terror. Last week, I unpacked the pattern of "reactive rigidity" or the urge to respond to disagreement within our communities with rigid binaries that reproduce harm, especially against the most...
-
EP 33 - Recognizing Our Power in Times of Terror #1
This short episode is part one of a 2-part mini-series on what it means to practice thought work in times of state-sanctioned terror. As authoritarian regimes rise globally — and as Iran continues to face repression, executions, and silencing — many are asking: Is coaching even relevant right…
more -
EP 32 - What is Authentic Self: Conversation with Lynda Leonce
In this episode, I’m introducing a brand-new feature on the podcast: conversations with other intuitive founders. These interviews reflect how fellow purpose-driven creators work with similar thought work skills we explore on this show. My first guest is the amazing Lynda Leonce, a conscious life...
-
EP 31 - Re-post: Creating Emotional Safety through Self-trust #2
In this episode, I'm re-sharing the 2nd and last part of an early series on creating emotional safety through self-trust. While part one focused on why our brains might avoid making decisions when the outcomes are not guaranteed and how it negatively impacts us, this episode turns toward how we…
more -
EP 30 - Re-post: Creating Emotional Safety through Self-trust #1
In this episode, I’m re-sharing part one of a two-part series on creating emotional safety through self-trust that I originally released in the summer of 2025. This topic is especially relevant right now, as many of us are trying to stay grounded and keep making decisions in the midst of ongoing...
-
EP 29 - Re-post: Hope Is a Choice
In this episode, I am sharing one of my early well-received episodes on hope as a choice. It is especially relevant these days as we witness - in awe and admiration - the uprising of Iranian people in millions against a regime that responds with brutal violence. Rather than treating hope as...
-
EP 28 - How to Focus Better as an Intuitive Founder #4
In this episode, I’m closing my 4-part mini series on how to focus better as an intuitive founder by exploring how to build a reliable, balanced organizing system that supports your brain, your energy, and your values. Rather than relying on hustle, this episode offers a practical framework for...
-
EP 27 - How to Focus Better as an Intuitive Founder #3
In this episode, I’m continuing my 4-part mini series on how to focus better as an intuitive founder — turning our attention to multitasking, why it’s so common, and how it quietly erodes our capacity for depth, presence, and meaningful work. You’ll hear: How multitasking differs from...
-
EP 26 - How to Focus Better as an Intuitive Founder #2
In this episode, I’m continuing my 4-part mini series on how to focus better as an intuitive founder — continuing to unpack how over functioning kills our ability to focus and how to interrupt this pattern intentionally and effectively. You’ll hear: A personal example of how I discovered and...
-
EP 25 - How to Focus Better as an Intuitive Founder #1
In this episode, I’m kicking off a 4-part mini series on how to focus better as an intuitive founder — starting with one of the most overlooked reasons we lose focus: over-functioning. If you’ve been feeling scattered, drained, or constantly pulled into responsibilities that aren’t actually…
more -
EP 24 - How Intuitive Founders Break Free from Comparisons
In this episode, I'm unpacking an essential thought work skill to help you move past the comparison trap. This is an essential skill we need at this time of year, when social pressure, holiday expectations, and end-of-year reflections can make our brains feel especially anxious. If you’ve been...
-
EP 23 - Re-post: Pleasure Is NOT a Luxury
In this episode, I am re-sharing one of my early, well-received episodes on the power of pleasure. It is another essential thought work skill of leading as an intuitive founder that we should all practice as we are heading into the holidays. Let's get back in touch with our sense of pleasure to...
-
EP 22 - Why Coaching Is Essential for Intuitive Founders
In this episode, we explore the real work behind building a purpose-driven business and why founders who lead with vision, depth, and intuition often struggle not because they lack talent, but because they’re doing it without support. If you’re growing a business, a project, or a creative calling...
-
EP 21 - How Intuitive Founders Thrive Beyond the Numbers Game
In this episode, we unpack one of the most subtle but powerful mindset traps for purpose-driven founders — the way our brains turn business statistics into self-doubt. You’ll hear why numbers like “Only 20% of businesses succeed” can trigger feelings of failure or fear, and how much of that comes...
-
EP 20 - Catastrophizing: How to Spot & Stop It
In this episode, we explore one of the most common thought patterns behind emotional activation — catastrophizing — those moments when your mind rushes to imagine the worst-case scenario, trying to keep you safe but instead leaving you anxious and tense. Together, we’ll look at why…
more -
EP 19 - Feeling Emotionally Activated? Let’s Lean in & Release Together
In this episode, we explore what it really means to feel emotionally activated — those everyday moments when a small comment or silence stirs a much bigger emotional reaction than expected. I share a personal story about how I recently turned one of these moments into an opportunity for...
-
EP 18 - Burnout Reset: How Group Coaching Can Help
In this episode, we explore what burnout really means — beyond exhaustion or overwork — and how group coaching can help you recover your focus, calm, and motivation. I share a step-by-step approach to resetting burnout by first recognizing its signs, then processing the feelings in your body, and...
-
EP 17: How Group Coaching Helps Us Drop Our Family Masks
In this episode, we explore what it really means to drop your mask — the version of ourselves we wear to earn love, respect, or approval — and how group coaching can help us practice being seen without it. I share a story from a coaching session where my client realized she was holding herself…
more -
EP 16 - "Yes, And..." Or, How to Handle Frustration
In this episode, I’m diving into a must-have mindset shift that can transform how you respond to life’s unfairness and frustrations. I share a personal story of feeling stuck and frustrated — and how I used the “Yes, And…” tool to move from anger and paralysis into clarity and action. You’ll…
more -
EP 15 - Thriving in Transitions, TOGETHER!
This week, I’m sharing reflections from my recent coaching challenge, A Season of Change: Thrive in Transition — and what surprised me most. During the challenge, something powerful happened. The same tools spoke to each participant in completely different ways, and the collective energy turned...
-
EP 14 - The Power of Micro-Habits in Transitions
This week, you hear all about how to make steady progress during times of change in your life, even when transitions feel messy or overwhelming. Instead of waiting for a big breakthrough, we’ll explore how tiny, consistent actions — or micro-habits — can help you stay grounded, notice real...
-
EP 13 - Transition as a Chapter in Your Life Plot
This week, I continue the conversation I started 2 weeks ago about how to make sure that you are pursuing your goals instead of fantasizing about them. If last week’s episode helped you sit with hard feelings of transitions, this week we’re taking the next step: giving meaning to your…
more -
EP 12 - Hard Feelings of Transition: Fear, Shame, Grief
Transitions aren’t just about new beginnings — they also bring hard feelings we often just want to ignore: fear of the unknown, shame about not being “further along,” and grief for the masks and identities we’ve outgrown. If last week’s episode helped you see the difference between real goals and...
-
EP 11 - Do You Have a Goal or a Fantasy?
There’s a big difference between having a real goal and chasing a fantasy — and knowing the difference can save you time and energy. In this episode, I explore why we sometimes get caught in the loop of fantasizing about success instead of taking steps toward our goals, and I share practical ways...
-
EP 10 - The Problem with Blame
What if blaming others is costing you the freedom that you want in your life? What if you could release blame not for the sake of other people, but to make space for your own growth? In this episode, I unpack how you can acknowledge that you have been impacted by external factors without getting...
-
Ep 9 - A New Take on Your Old Wins
This episode is for you if you've ever achieved a goal only to feel disconnected, hollow, or exhausted afterward. We explore why your old ways might no longer fit, and how to intentionally rebuild your new process. You’ll hear: Why high-achieving patterns can feel empty over time How to notice…
more -
Ep 8 - Hope Is a Choice
This episode is all about the crucial difference between being hopeful and feeling motivated. I explain how hope works alongside your self-trust and your values as inner resources for creating a sustainable meaningful life. You’ll hear: Why hopelessness isn't something that just happens to you.…
more -
Ep 7 - Pleasure Is NOT a Luxury
In this episode, I talk about the power of pleasure and how reclaiming it reconnects you to your deep values and purpose—especially when life feels like too much. You’ll hear: What pleasure is and why so many of us have a hard time allowing ourselves to feel it How pleasure and joy have...
-
EP 6 - Your Legacy and Your Future Self
In this episode, I share two emotionally powerful tools to help you reconnect with your deeper values and make authentic decisions—even when life feels overwhelming. You’ll hear: Why indecision drains your energy and how to move through it What the "Legacy Lens" is - and how it helps you access...
-
Ep 5 - The Goal Behind Your Goal
This episode is a bridge between emotional safety and intentional goal-setting. It builds on the previous two episodes about emotional safety by introducing a coaching tool called the goal behind your goal—a powerful way to set goals that reflect who you want to become, not just what you think…
more -
Ep 4 - Creating Emotional Safety through Self-Trust - Part 2
This episode is the second in a 2-part series on emotional safety and self-trust. Building on last week’s insights, I guide you through a 4-step practice to help you navigate uncertainty by becoming your own safe place—no external validation required. You'll hear: Why emotional safety is...
-
EP 3 - Creating Emotional Safety through Self-Trust – Part1
This episode is the 1st in a 2-part series about what it really means to feel safe when you're navigating uncertainty. Here, I lay out the foundation for a transformative approach to confidence by introducing the concept of emotional safety as an internal state you can build through self-trust…
more -
Ep 2 - Holding Grief & Hope: Coping with the Middle East Crisis
In this tender and timely episode, I speak directly to those of us feeling overwhelmed by fear, grief, rage, and helplessness in the wake of escalating violence in the Middle East—especially those with ties to Iran. You’ll hear: A reframing of grief as a reflection of your deepest values How…
more -
Ep 1 - Breaking Through Perfectionistic Procrastination
Welcome to the very first episode of Thrive Beyond Titles! In this personal introduction, I share how perfectionistic procrastination almost stopped me from launching this podcast—and how I coached myself through it. You'll hear: Why perfectionism isn't a productivity tool but a fear-based trap…
more
We're indexing this podcast's transcripts for the first time — this can take a minute or two. We'll show results as soon as they're ready.
No matches for "" in this podcast's transcripts.
No topics indexed yet for this podcast.
Loading reviews...
ABOUT THIS SHOW
This podcast teaches ambitious intuitive people how to navigate overwhelm and doubt to confidently create purposeful businesses that reflect the life they truly want.
HOSTED BY
Roxana Akhbari
CATEGORIES
Loading similar podcasts...
Frequently Asked Questions
How many episodes does Intuitive Founders Studio have?
Intuitive Founders Studio currently has 50 episodes available on PodParley. New episodes are automatically indexed when they're published to the podcast feed.
What is Intuitive Founders Studio about?
This podcast teaches ambitious intuitive people how to navigate overwhelm and doubt to confidently create purposeful businesses that reflect the life they truly want.
How often does Intuitive Founders Studio release new episodes?
Intuitive Founders Studio has 50 episodes. Check the episode list to see recent publication dates and frequency.
Where can I listen to Intuitive Founders Studio?
You can listen to Intuitive Founders Studio on PodParley by clicking any episode. We provide an embedded audio player for direct listening, and you can also subscribe via your preferred podcast app using the RSS feed.
Who hosts Intuitive Founders Studio?
Intuitive Founders Studio is created and hosted by Roxana Akhbari.
URL copied to clipboard!