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Relentlessly Authentic

Rachael Roykovich & Gabriela Verduzco

Are you ready to unf*ck your life and become the woman you know you’re meant to be?

This is Relentlessly Authentic - a personal growth podcast for women ready to heal anxiety, burnout, and self-doubt, build self-trust, and step into their most authentic, audacious selves.

Raw, unfiltered conversations on healing, identity shifts, nervous system regulation, and the messy middles that crack you open and change everything.

It’s not about fixing yourself—it’s about unlearning who you had to be, so you can finally come home to who you actually are.

Giddy up babe, it’s time to up level your life ! Grab your crown, your chaos, and let’s rewrite your story one messy chapter at a time.

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S1 · E23
September 16 · 47 min
Your New Life Will Cost You Your Old One: The Neuroscience of Belief, Manifestation & Becoming
What if the biggest thing standing between you and your next chapter isn’t your circumstances… but the story you keep telling yourself about what’s possible? In this episode of Relentlessly Authentic, Rachael and Gaby dive into the energy of eclipse season and the feeling that life is asking us to shed, shift, and become. But this conversation goes far beyond astrology. We explore what happens when spirituality meets psychology: vision boards and action, manifestation and nervous system regulation, intention setting and the beliefs quietly shaping the way you experience your life. Because creating a new reality isn’t just about thinking positively. It’s about noticing the thoughts you repeat. The promises you make—and keep—to yourself. The environments you surround yourself with. The beliefs you’ve mistaken for facts. And the identity you’re reinforcing every single day. We unpack the neuroscience behind intention and self-perception, why your brain pays attention to what you’ve taught it to prioritize, and how small, consistent actions can begin reinforcing a different story about who you are and what’s possible for you. We also get into the difference between caring and worrying—and why endlessly rehearsing everything that could go wrong doesn’t protect you from the future. It can keep you mentally living inside a future you don’t even want. And yes, we talk about mental health too: why positive thinking isn’t a replacement for appropriate treatment, and why medication, therapy, nervous system tools, lifestyle practices, and self-awareness don’t have to exist in opposition to one another. This episode is about holding both: Trust and action. Gratitude and desire. Science and spirituality. Acceptance of where you are and the audacity to believe you can become more. Because a vision board can’t live your life for you. An affirmation can’t make every difficult emotion disappear. And manifestation isn’t permission to bypass reality. At some point, you have to meet your vision with action. You have to become someone who keeps promises to herself, challenges the beliefs keeping her small, creates an environment that supports where she’s going, and trusts herself enough to keep moving before she has proof. If you’re standing at the edge of a new chapter, questioning what’s next, or feeling the pull toward a bigger version of your life, press play. Your new life may cost you your old one. Old beliefs. Old patterns. Old definitions of success. Maybe even an old version of you. But what if that’s not something to fear? What if that’s exactly what becoming looks like? Find Rachael on Instagram @highvibeyogii Find Gaby on Instagram @rising.monarca and @gabrielafverdusco on Tik Tok
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S1 · E22
August 14 · 36 min
You Don't Manifest What You Want - You Manifest What You're a Match For : Lions Gate & Abundance
What if manifestation isn’t about asking the universe for more… but becoming the version of you who can actually receive it? In this episode of Relentlessly Authentic, Gaby & Rachael dive into the energy and symbolism of the Lion’s Gate Portal—and use it as a doorway into a much bigger conversation about manifestation, abundance, limiting beliefs, emotional healing, and becoming an energetic match for the life you desire. Because you can write the affirmation. Make the vision board. Set the intention. Do every ritual. But if underneath it all you’re still operating from fear, scarcity, old beliefs, or an identity that doesn’t believe it’s safe or possible to have what you want… positive thinking alone won’t change that. Rachael explores the spiritual traditions surrounding Lion’s Gate, the symbolism of this season as a time for intention and transformation, and why manifestation requires more than simply trying to “stay high vibe.” We talk about: • manifestation, energy, and becoming available for what you desire • identifying the limiting beliefs underneath your goals • why clarity matters when setting intentions • abundance, receiving, and expanding your capacity for more • trusting the timing of your life when nothing seems to be happening • allowing yourself to feel difficult emotions without getting trapped inside them • the difference between emotional processing and spiritual bypassing • using rituals, breathwork, visualization, and intentional practices to reconnect with yourself • embracing change when the life you asked for starts requiring a different version of you Because spirituality isn’t pretending everything is love and light. Sometimes expansion looks like excitement and synchronicity. And sometimes it looks like grief, uncertainty, letting go, and finally facing the parts of yourself you’ve been avoiding. You’re allowed to feel deeply and believe something beautiful is unfolding. You’re allowed to want more and appreciate what you already have. You’re allowed to trust the universe and do the inner work required to meet the life you’ve been asking for. If you’ve been manifesting something that hasn’t arrived yet, navigating a major identity shift, or feeling like life is asking you to surrender control and trust what’s next—press play. Maybe the question isn’t: “Why isn’t it here yet?” Maybe it’s: “Who am I becoming while I wait?” Because sometimes the manifestation isn’t only what arrives. It’s who you become on the way there. Find Rachael on Instagram @highvibeyogii Find Gaby on Instagram @rising.monarca and @gabrielafverdusco on Tik Tok
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S1 · E21
August 6 · 1 hr 14 min
Your Body Isn't the Problem : Trauma, Weight Loss, & the Subconscious Mind
What if you don’t have a motivation problem? What if the part of you that keeps procrastinating, self-sabotaging, overeating, shutting down, or choosing what’s comfortable is actually trying to keep you safe? In this raw episode of Relentlessly Authentic, Rachael, Gaby, and Frank unpack what happens when willpower isn’t enough—and why lasting transformation often begins beneath the behavior. Gaby vulnerably shares her experience surviving cancer, confronting painful experiences from childhood, and beginning to understand her relationship with weight through a completely different lens: protection, safety, self-worth, and the beliefs she had carried for years. Because sometimes the body is only telling the story the mind learned long ago. Frank brings the tough love, challenging the excuses, language, and patterns that can keep us comfortable while convincing us we’re trying to change. Rachael connects the conversation back to nervous system regulation, subconscious beliefs, identity, and why changing your life requires more than changing your habits. Together, we explore: • why self-sabotage can be rooted in subconscious beliefs and protective patterns • the relationship between chronic stress, emotional regulation, body image, and weight • why comfort and happiness aren’t always the same thing • how the language you use reinforces the identity you believe you are • EFT tapping, breathwork, hypnosis, and subconscious reprogramming • why accountability matters—but shame rarely creates lasting transformation • building an emotional regulation toolbox instead of depending on one coping mechanism • what happens when you stop waiting to feel motivated and start becoming someone different This isn’t another conversation telling you to try harder. It’s an invitation to understand why a part of you keeps resisting the very change you say you want. Because you can have the meal plan. The workout. The vision board. The goals. But if underneath all of it you still believe you aren’t safe, capable, worthy, or allowed to become someone different, you’ll keep finding your way back to what’s familiar. If you’ve ever thought, “I know what I need to do… so why can’t I just do it?”—press play. Maybe you don’t need more discipline. Maybe it’s time to meet the version of you that’s been running the show. Because the version of you who learned how to survive doesn’t have to be the version of you who leads the rest of your life. Find Rachael on Instagram @highvibeyogii Find Gaby on Instagram @rising.monarca and @gabrielafverdusco on Tik Tok
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S1 · E20
July 29 · 52 min
Why You Keep Repeating the Same Patterns | Shadow Work, Nervous System & Identity
What if the biggest thing standing between you and the life you want… isn’t your circumstances, but the parts of yourself you’ve never learned to understand? In this episode of Relentlessly Authentic, Rachael Roykovich and Gab dive into one of the most transformative conversations you can have with yourself: meeting your shadow. Your shadow isn’t something to fear. It’s the younger, protective version of you that learned how to survive through people-pleasing, perfectionism, hyper-independence, overworking, or playing small. Those patterns may have kept you safe once—but they could also be the very things keeping you stuck today. Together, we explore what shadow work really is, why your triggers are invitations instead of inconveniences, and how your nervous system, beliefs, emotions, and identity shape the energy you bring into every area of your life. We also unpack what people often call your “frequency”—not as something mystical, but as the sum of your beliefs, emotional state, nervous system, thoughts, and self-concept. When you change your internal world, you naturally begin making different decisions, noticing different opportunities, and creating a different reality. If you’ve ever wondered why you keep attracting the same relationships, repeating the same patterns, or feeling like you’re doing all the “right” things but still not moving forward, this conversation is for you. Because healing isn’t about becoming someone new. It’s about remembering who you were before fear convinced you to hide. In this episode, we discuss: What the shadow self really is and how it develops Why your triggers are powerful invitations for healing The connection between your nervous system, identity, and emotional patterns Why your past doesn’t have to become your future How beliefs shape your self-concept and influence your reality The difference between surviving and truly thriving Why healing isn’t about fixing yourself—it’s about integrating every part of yourself How presence, mindfulness, and self-awareness create lasting transformation The role of vulnerability, compassion, and safety in personal growth Reflective questions to help you uncover the unconscious patterns running your life Whether you’re beginning your healing journey or have been doing the inner work for years, this episode will help you understand yourself with more compassion, create safety within your body, and reconnect with the most authentic version of who you are. Because the life you’re longing for doesn’t begin when everything around you changes. It begins the moment you stop abandoning yourself. Find Rachael on Instagram @highvibeyogii Find Gaby on Instagram @rising.monarca and @gabrielafverdusco on Tik Tok
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S1 · E19
July 23 · 37 min
The Life You Want Will Disappoint Some People
What if the only thing standing between you and the life you truly want... is your fear of disappointing other people? In this deeply personal episode of Relentlessly Authentic, Rachael & Gaby open up about one of the hardest lessons of their own journey: learning that choosing yourself will sometimes mean disappointing the people who expected you to stay the same. Leaving behind familiar chaos isn't easy. Neither is walking away from expectations you've spent your whole life trying to meet. But sometimes the greatest act of self-love is having the courage to stop living a life that no longer belongs to you. In this episode, Rachael shares the raw, emotional reality of rebuilding your life from the inside out—and why grief, fear, and uncertainty are often signs that you're growing, not failing. Together, we'll explore: • why people-pleasing keeps you disconnected from your authentic self • how to stop carrying guilt for choosing your own happiness • navigating judgment without abandoning your truth • creating boundaries that protect your peace instead of your image • trusting your intuition when everyone has an opinion • why discomfort is often the doorway to your next chapter • transforming pain into purpose instead of letting it define you • finding freedom by releasing the stories that no longer fit This isn't a conversation about having all the answers. It's about finding the courage to stop asking everyone else for permission. Because the truth is... Not everyone will understand your healing. Not everyone will celebrate your growth. And not everyone is meant to come with you into your next chapter. But the woman waiting on the other side of that decision? She's worth every uncomfortable conversation. If you've been feeling stuck, torn between who you've always been and who you know you're becoming, let this episode be your reminder: You weren't born to spend your life making everyone else comfortable. You were born to become fully, unapologetically yourself. And that kind of freedom is always worth the risk. Find Rachael on Instagram @highvibeyogii Find Gaby on Instagram @rising.monarca and @gabrielafverdusco on Tik Tok
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S1 · E18
July 16 · 56 min
You Don’t Need More Certainty—You Need More Courage
What if the life you’ve been dreaming about is waiting on the other side of one brave decision? In this deeply personal solo episode of Relentlessly Authentic, Gaby shares the story behind one of the biggest decisions of her life: leaving her hometown, following her intuition, and moving to San Diego—even when it didn’t make sense to everyone around her. Because sometimes your soul will ask you to leave behind what’s familiar long before it can show you what’s next. This conversation is for anyone standing at the edge of change. The woman who knows she’s meant for more. Who feels the pull toward something bigger. Who can’t stop thinking about the life that’s calling her… but is scared to trust herself enough to answer. Together, we explore: • what it means to trust your intuition when no one else understands your decision • why every new beginning asks you to let go of an old version of yourself • identity shifts and becoming the woman your future requires • navigating fear, judgment, and uncertainty • the abundance that becomes available when you stop playing small • self-care, self-trust, and leading by example • the evolution of love, relationships, and personal truth • spirituality, purpose, and following what’s on your heart Gaby and Rachael share the lessons they’re learning in real time—about courage, surrender, and trusting that the path unfolding before you is happening for you, not to you. Because the biggest risk isn’t changing your life. It’s staying somewhere your soul has already outgrown. If you’ve been waiting for a sign to trust yourself, take the leap, or finally choose the life that’s been quietly calling your name… This is it. The woman you’re becoming isn’t found by staying where you are. She’s discovered the moment you decide to trust yourself more than your fear. Find Rachael on Instagram @highvibeyogii Find Gaby on Instagram @rising.monarca and @gabrielafverdusco on Tik Tok
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S1 · E17
July 9 · 52 min
Is it Intuition... or Fear ?
Have you ever wondered if that voice in your head is your intuition… or just fear trying to keep you safe? If you’ve ever felt stuck, second-guessed yourself, overthought a decision, or found yourself choosing comfort over the life your heart truly desires, this episode is for you. In today’s conversation, Rachael is exploring the fascinating intersection of neuroscience, trauma, spirituality, and nervous system healing to answer one powerful question: How do you know when it’s your intuition speaking… and when it’s your survival instincts taking over? You’ll learn why your brain is wired to prioritize safety over happiness, how childhood experiences and trauma shape the decisions you make as an adult, why your ego isn’t the enemy, and how chronic stress can make it difficult to hear your inner wisdom. We’ll also explore how manifestation is about more than positive thinking—it’s about creating enough safety within your body to receive the life you’ve been dreaming of. Together we’ll weave science with soul, exploring intuition, the nervous system, astrology, feminine energy, ceremony, and what it truly means to choose love over fear. In this episode, you’ll learn: • Why your brain is designed for survival—not fulfillment • The neuroscience behind fear, trauma, and self-sabotage • The difference between intuition, anxiety, and the ego • How trauma impacts your body, energy, and decision-making • Why nervous system regulation changes what feels possible • The role of manifestation, faith, and self-trust in creating your dream life • Why women heal so powerfully in community and ceremony • Practical journal prompts to help you start choosing love over fear If you’ve been waiting until you feel confident enough, healed enough, or “ready” enough to pursue your dreams, this episode is your reminder that healing isn’t about eliminating fear. It’s about teaching your nervous system that it’s finally safe to become the woman you were always meant to be. Because trauma teaches your nervous system to survive. But intuition teaches your soul what it means to truly live. Find Rachael on Instagram @highvibeyogii Find Gaby on Instagram @rising.monarca and @gabrielafverdusco on Tik Tok
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S1 · E16
July 1 · 1 hr 1 min
Choosing Yourself Will Feel Selfish (Until It Sets You Free)
Have you ever felt guilty for wanting more? More peace. More freedom. More alignment. More of a life that actually feels like yours. In this deeply personal episode of Relentlessly Authentic, Rachael and Gaby open up about the emotional weight of choosing yourself—and why becoming who you're meant to be often comes with guilt, grief, and difficult conversations. Rachael vulnerably shares her recent struggles with anxiety, the physical symptoms of chronic stress, and how old stories of guilt and responsibility still show up in her life today. Gaby reflects on navigating a major move, shifting family dynamics, and what it means to trust yourself when life asks you to let go of what's familiar. Together, they explore the invisible emotional labor so many women carry: the pressure to keep everyone happy, the fear of disappointing the people we love, and the quiet belief that choosing ourselves somehow makes us selfish. In this conversation, we dive into: • anxiety, stress, and the body's response to change • breaking generational patterns without carrying generational guilt • motherhood, sacrifice, and allowing the people you love to grow • processing emotions instead of suppressing them • why failure is often the doorway to your greatest transformation • trusting yourself when other people don't understand your decisions • releasing control and embracing personal freedom • standing firm in your truth—even when it's uncomfortable Because healing isn't just learning to love yourself. Sometimes it's learning to stop abandoning yourself for everyone else. If you've been navigating a season of change, questioning your decisions, or carrying guilt for choosing the life that's calling you, this episode is your reminder that your growth isn't something you have to apologize for. The people who are meant to walk with you will grow alongside you. And the version of you waiting on the other side of this season? She's worth disappointing everyone else for… if it means you finally stop disappointing yourself. Find Rachael on Instagram @highvibeyogii Find Gaby on Instagram @rising.monarca and @gabrielafverdusco on Tik Tok
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S1 · E15
June 24 · 41 min
Navigating New Chapters & Trusting Your Next Becoming.
What if the reason this season feels so emotional… is because you’re standing between who you were and who you’re becoming? You can be grateful and grieve at the same time. Because the life you're praying for will ask you to let go. In this episode of Relentlessly Authentic, Rachael and Gaby open up about the beautiful, messy reality of starting over, embracing new opportunities, and navigating the uncertainty that comes with major life transitions. Because growth isn’t just exciting. Sometimes it’s heartbreaking. Sometimes it asks you to let go of relationships, identities, routines, and dreams that no longer fit—even when they once felt right. As Gaby steps into a new chapter, we explore the emotional rollercoaster that comes with change, the grief that often accompanies growth, and the courage it takes to trust yourself when life no longer looks familiar. Together, we talk about: • embracing new beginnings and reinventing yourself • why grief and gratitude can coexist • trusting yourself when you don’t have all the answers • cutting energetic cords with the past to make room for what’s next • navigating uncertainty and learning to surrender • the power of community and being supported through change • celebrating growth without minimizing the hard parts • why taking risks can lead to unexpected freedom • living authentically and attracting people who align with your next chapter If you’ve been feeling like everything is changing, questioning your path, or grieving the life you’re outgrowing, this conversation is a reminder that you don’t need to rush the process. You are allowed to miss what was… while still being excited for what’s coming. Because becoming isn’t just about gaining something new. It’s about having the courage to release what no longer belongs. And sometimes the life you’ve been praying for… requires saying goodbye to the life you’ve outgrown. The most beautiful chapters of your life won’t always begin with certainty. Usually, they begin with faith & trust. Find Rachael on Instagram @highvibeyogii Find Gaby on Instagram @rising.monarca and @gabrielafverdusco on Tik Tok
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S1 · E14
June 17 · 56 min
Mastering Your Nervous System: How to Regulate to Stop Surviving and Start Thriving
What if the reason you feel stuck isn’t because you’re not trying hard enough… but because your nervous system doesn’t feel safe enough to receive what you’re working so hard to create? In this solo episode of Relentlessly Authentic, Rachael dives into one of the most transformative topics of her work: the profound impact your nervous system has on the way you experience life. Because your nervous system isn’t just influencing how stressed you feel. It’s shaping your thoughts. Your emotions. Your relationships. Your decisions. Your ability to rest. Your capacity to receive. And ultimately—the reality you create. Through a blend of personal stories, neuroscience, and practical tools, Rachael explores how chronic stress and dysregulation keep us trapped in survival mode, filtering life through fear, scarcity, and self-protection. Together, you’ll explore: • how your nervous system determines whether you’re operating from safety or survival • why your thoughts create emotions, emotions shape your energy, and energy influences your experiences • the role breathwork plays in emotional regulation and healing • how identity and past experiences impact the way you perceive reality • why high-achieving women often struggle to slow down, receive, and trust themselves • how nervous system regulation supports better decision-making, creativity, connection, and abundance • the importance of creating safety within yourself before seeking it externally Rachael also shares simple ways to begin regulating your system so you can move through life with more presence, joy, and resilience. Because healing isn’t about becoming someone new. It’s about creating enough safety within yourself to become who you’ve always been beneath the stress, the coping mechanisms, and the survival patterns. If you’ve ever wondered why you keep repeating the same cycles, why it feels hard to enjoy the life you’ve worked so hard to build, or why personal growth hasn’t created the peace you expected—this episode will change the way you understand yourself forever. You don’t need to hustle your way into healing. Sometimes the biggest transformation happens when your body finally learns that it’s safe to exhale. You don’t need to become more worthy of the life you desire. You need to teach your nervous system that it’s safe to have it.” Find Rachael on Instagram @highvibeyogii Find Gaby on Instagram @rising.monarca and @gabrielafverdusco on Tik Tok
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S1 · E13
June 10 · 1 hr 29 min
What the F*ck to Stop Doing While Dating (If You Actually Want Healthy Love)
What if the relationship you’re craving isn’t found by trying harder… but by becoming more honest with yourself? In this episode of Relentlessly Authentic, Frank Iosso returns for one of our most honest and nuanced conversations yet about modern dating, emotional maturity, masculine and feminine dynamics, and what it really takes to build healthy relationships. Together, we explore the tension so many of us feel between independence and intimacy. How do you receive love without losing yourself? How do you remain open-hearted while still honoring your standards? And what happens when the very walls built to protect you become the thing keeping you disconnected? We dive into: • why self-awareness is the foundation of every healthy relationship • the difference between hyper-independence and authentic empowerment • masculine and feminine dynamics in dating • emotional safety and creating secure relationships • the intentions behind modern dating and partnership • accountability, cheating, and rebuilding trust • how past wounds shape present relationships • the importance of authenticity in attracting aligned partners • the differences in how men and women process emotions and conflict • why personal growth changes the way you love This conversation isn’t about blaming men or women. It’s about understanding ourselves deeply enough to stop repeating the same patterns. Find Rachael on Instagram @highvibeyogii Find Gaby on Instagram @rising.monarca and @gabrielafverdusco on Tik Tok
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S1 · E12
June 3 · 58 min
The Art of Being a Woman: Feminine Energy, Rituals, & Receiving More
What if the life you’re craving doesn’t come from doing more… but from trusting more? In this episode of Relentlessly Authentic, Rachael and Gaby dive into the conversation so many women are having right now: how do we reconnect with our feminine energy in a world that constantly rewards hustle, control, and achievement? Together, they explore the difference between forcing and flowing, doing and receiving, performing and truly being. This conversation moves through: feminine energy and intuition self-trust and inner guidance the power of rituals and intentional living beauty, presence, and romanticizing your life cacao ceremonies and meaningful community navigating resistance and emotional overwhelm creating emotional safety in relationships reclaiming the parts of yourself that have been buried beneath expectations Rachael and Gaby share their experiences with ceremony, ritual, and the practices that have helped them reconnect with their intuition and authentic selves. Together, they explore why feminine energy isn’t about being passive—it’s about being deeply connected to yourself, your truth, and your inner knowing. Because the most magnetic women aren’t the ones doing the most. They’re the ones who trust themselves enough to listen. If you’ve been feeling disconnected, exhausted from constantly pushing, or craving a deeper relationship with your intuition, this episode is an invitation to soften, receive, and remember who you are beneath the noise. The woman you’re becoming isn’t found through more force. She’s revealed through trust. Find Rachael on Instagram @highvibeyogii Find Gaby on Instagram @rising.monarca and @gabrielafverdusco on Tik Tok
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S1 · E11
May 27 · 1 hr 11 min
You’re Not Losing People—You’re Losing the Version of You That Needed Them
No one talks enough about this part of healing… The grief. The loneliness. The relationships that start to shift when you begin changing. The uncomfortable feeling of outgrowing the version of yourself everyone else was familiar with. In this episode of Relentlessly Authentic, Rachael and Gaby dive into the emotional reality of personal growth—the part that isn’t always aesthetic, inspiring, or easy. Because becoming who you’re meant to be often requires letting go of who you used to be. And sometimes… the people attached to that version of you struggle with it too. We talk about: – the emotional toll of transformation – grieving old identities while stepping into new ones – navigating relationships during periods of growth – understanding projections, insecurities, and emotional triggers – the power of self-trust and positive inner dialogue – creating inner safety through boundaries and emotional awareness – why healing can feel lonely before it feels freeing This conversation also explores the deeper truth about up-leveling: There is a cost to becoming. Not because growth is punishment— but because expansion asks you to release what no longer aligns. We dive into the importance of mindfulness, surrender, trusting the process, and learning how to stop controlling every outcome so you can actually flow with life instead of fighting against it. Because healing isn’t about becoming perfect. It’s about becoming honest. Honest about what hurts. What no longer fits. What your soul is asking for. And what you’re finally ready to leave behind. If you’ve been feeling disconnected, emotional, misunderstood, or afraid of outgrowing people around you—this episode will remind you that you are not alone. Your healing may cost you your old life— but it will introduce you to your real one. Find Rachael on Instagram @highvibeyogii Find Gaby on Instagram @rising.monarca and @gabrielafverdusco on Tik Tok
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S1 · E10
May 20 · 1 hr 10 min
You Don 't Need to Earn Your Worth : Healing Shame, Finding Yourself & Learning to Trust the Journey
What if your worth was never something you had to earn? Not through success. Not through productivity. Not through proving yourself to everyone around you. In this episode of Relentlessly Authentic, Rachael and Gaby sit down with a very special guest—Jess, Gabby’s former life coach—for a raw and transformative conversation about healing, self-worth, emotional growth, and the journey of becoming who you truly are. Together, they reflect on Gaby’s transformation over the years: moving through shame, guilt, fear, and resistance… and learning how to reconnect with herself in a deeper, more authentic way. This conversation dives into the power of intuitive coaching, breathwork, mindfulness, and emotional awareness—and how real healing often happens slowly, quietly, and layer by layer. We talk about: – overcoming shame and self-judgment – why self-worth cannot be tied to achievement or money – navigating change and identity shifts – the importance of asking for help – trusting the coaching and healing process – emotional resilience, rituals, and self-care – living authentically and aligning with your truth Jess also shares insight into the coaching relationship itself—how trust, intuition, and honest reflection can create profound breakthroughs and lasting transformation. Because healing isn’t about becoming perfect. It’s about learning how to stop abandoning yourself in the process of becoming. This episode is a reminder that growth is messy, nonlinear, emotional, and deeply human… but also beautiful. And sometimes the biggest breakthrough comes from realizing: you were worthy all along. If you’ve been struggling with self-worth, navigating change, or feeling disconnected from yourself—this conversation will meet you exactly where you are. Your healing doesn’t begin when you become someone else— it begins the moment you believe you are already worthy of love as you are. Find Rachael on Instagram @highvibeyogii Find Gaby on Instagram @rising.monarca and @gabrielafverdusco on Tik Tok
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S1 · E9
May 13 · 2 hr 6 min
Why So Many of Us Feel Disconnected (And How To Find Yourself Again)
What if the loneliness you’ve been feeling… isn’t a sign that something is wrong with you? What if it’s actually an invitation to come back to yourself? In this episode of Relentlessly Authentic, Rachael and Gaby dive into the deeper layers of emotional health, healing, self-worth, and what it means to navigate life as deeply feeling humans in a disconnected world. This conversation moves through the messy, honest parts of growth: the loneliness, the emotional weight we carry, the pressure to “hold it all together,” and the quiet exhaustion of trying to keep up with who the world told us to be. We talk about: – emotional resilience & nervous system healing – self-love, self-validation, and learning to trust yourself – the importance of community, connection, and soul-aligned relationships – the power of nature, grounding, and self-care rituals – why healing and grief are never linear – authenticity, trauma, and letting go of others’ projections – masculine & feminine energy, emotional safety, and compassion Rachael also opens up about the lessons loneliness can teach us—and how solitude, when approached with intention, can become a doorway into deeper clarity, creativity, intuition, and self-trust. Because growth isn’t about becoming someone else. It’s about stripping away the masks, the conditioning, the fear, and the noise… so you can hear your own truth again. This episode is a reminder that you don’t need to have everything figured out to begin healing. You just need the courage to stop abandoning yourself. If you’ve been feeling disconnected, overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, or like you’re searching for “something more”… this conversation will feel like a deep exhale. You are not broken for feeling deeply— your sensitivity may actually be the thing leading you home. Find Rachael on Instagram @highvibeyogii Find Gaby on Instagram @rising.monarca and @gabrielafverdusco on Tik Tok
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S1 · E8
May 6 · 1 hr 21 min
Fuck Around & Find Out
What if the life you’re living right now… isn’t the full picture? What if you’re being called into something deeper? In this episode of Relentlessly Authentic, we open up about the real, behind-the-scenes impact of stepping into purpose—what it’s shifted within us, within our families, and the way we see life as a whole. Because this journey isn’t just external. It’s internal. Energetic. Transformational. We talk about what it actually means to live in alignment—not as an idea, but as a practice. Letting go of attachments. Releasing who you thought you had to be. Owning your truth, even when it feels uncomfortable. We explore the power of presence, flow, and what happens when you stop forcing life—and start moving with it. This conversation also opens into something bigger. Into consciousness. Into humanity. Into the shared experiences that connect all of us. Because something is shifting. We talk about how the next generation—our children—are coming in with a different awareness, a different level of consciousness, and what that reflects back to us. Gaby shares her experience as a parent—how her children have become her greatest teachers, challenging her, expanding her, and stripping back the layers of societal conditioning she once believed were truth. This episode is about zooming out. Seeing the bigger picture. And remembering what life is actually about. If you’ve been feeling the pull to grow, to evolve, to let go of what no longer fits—this conversation will meet you there. You’re not here to stay the same— you’re here to expand into something greater. Find Rachael on Instagram @highvibeyogii Find Gaby on Instagram @rising.monarca and @gabrielafverdusco on Tik Tok
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S1 · E7
April 29 · 1 hr 42 min
You’re Not Lost—You’re Being Called: How to Trust Your Intuition & Step Into Your Purpose
What if the feeling that something is missing in your life… isn’t confusion—but a calling? In this episode of Relentlessly Authentic , we sit down with Will Hernandez, founder of B.ALL.IN Apparel, to talk about what it really takes to trust yourself, take risks, and step into the life you feel pulled toward. Will shares the story behind his brand—how following his intuition led him to create something meaningful, and how owning both his gifts and his struggles became the foundation of his success. Because the truth is… your story isn’t random. Your challenges, your setbacks, the things you’ve been through— they’re shaping your message. We talk about: – why your “mess” is often the doorway to your purpose – how fear, doubt, and excuses keep you stuck (and how to move through them) – why taking action is the only way to build confidence – and how what we call “risk” is often just the unknown we haven’t trusted yet This conversation is a reminder that clarity doesn’t come from waiting. It comes from moving. From listening to the voice inside you that keeps nudging you forward— and choosing to answer it. Because your purpose isn’t something you find someday… it’s something you step into every time you choose courage over comfort. We also explore the power of gratitude, and how owning your journey—every part of it—creates a life of abundance, fulfillment, and alignment. If you’ve been overthinking your next move, doubting yourself, or waiting to feel “ready”… this episode is your sign. You don’t need more time— you need to trust what’s already calling you. Check out WIll's brand on instagram @b.all.in_apparel Find Rachael on Instagram @highvibeyogii Find Gaby on Instagram @rising.monarca and @gabrielafverdusco on Tik Tok
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S1 · E6
April 22 · 52 min
Why You Can’t Lose the Weight: Emotional Healing, Self-Esteem & The Truth About Your Body
What if the weight you’re trying to lose… isn’t just physical? If you’ve ever felt frustrated with your body, stuck in cycles of weight loss, or affected by the opinions and voices around you—this conversation will change how you see it all. In this episode of Relentlessly Authentic, we dive into the deeper layers of self-esteem, body image, and the emotional weight so many of us carry without realizing it. Because it’s not just about food, discipline, or willpower. It’s about the energy your body is holding— the unprocessed emotions, the pressure, the stories, and the words that stayed with you longer than they should have. We talk about how your environment and the voices around you shape your relationship with your body, and how that directly impacts your ability to feel safe, confident, and at home within yourself. And then… we shift. Into what actually creates transformation. Breathwork. Presence. Healing experiences that give you space—not just in your body, but in your life. Because when you begin to release what you’ve been carrying, everything changes. Your body softens. Your mind quiets. Your perspective expands. And from that place—you don’t just change how you look… you change how you live. Because healing isn’t separate from your purpose. It’s what leads you back to it. If you’re ready to stop fighting your body and start understanding it—this episode is for you. Your body isn’t working against you— it’s holding everything you haven’t given yourself space to feel. Join Rachael this Sunday at Pilates & Picnic in the Park —a soft, feel-good morning in the park to move your body, sip coffee, and actually slow down. If you’ve been craving a reset (and a little sunshine + connection), grab your spot here before it fills. Find Rachael on Instagram @highvibeyogii Find Gaby on Instagram @rising.monarca and @gabrielafverdusco on Tik Tok
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S1 · E5
April 15 · 1 hr 2 min
Modern Dating Is Broken: Masculine & Feminine Energy, Polarity & The Truth No One Wants to Hear
Why does dating feel so confusing right now… even when you’re doing “everything right”? Why does it feel like connection is harder to find, emotional safety feels rare, and somehow… everyone is exhausted? In this episode of Relentlessly Authentic, Frank Iosso is back—and this conversation goes deeper than before. What starts as a discussion around dating quickly unfolds into something more honest… and more confronting. We talk about masculine and feminine energy—not as a trend, but as something you feel in real time. In attraction. In disconnection. In the tension between wanting independence… and craving closeness. We get into the 50/50 conversation, emotional safety, and the subtle ways trauma shows up in relationships—often without us even realizing it. Frank brings a grounded, direct perspective on masculinity—speaking to the patterns he sees in men, from avoiding responsibility to getting stuck in cycles of frustration instead of actually confronting what’s in front of them. And at the same time… we hold space for the feminine lens—intuition, emotional depth, and the desire to feel safe, seen, and met. This isn’t a conversation about who’s right. It’s about what’s real. Because beneath the surface of modern dating… are two people trying to be understood, while still carrying everything they haven’t healed. We also discuss solitude, truth, and why genuine growth often requires stepping away from the noise—and facing yourself first. If you’ve ever felt confused in dating, disconnected in relationships, or caught between who you are and what you actually want… this episode might hit closer than you expect. Because the relationship you want isn’t built by avoiding the truth— it’s built by becoming someone willing to face it. Check out more of Frank on Tik Tok and Instagram @mr.nonsense_nonsense Find Rachael on Instagram @highvibeyogii Find Gaby on Instagram @rising.monarca and @gabrielafverdusco on Tik Tok
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S1 · E4
April 8 · 58 min
From Rock Bottom to Purpose: Finding Soul Alignment After Everything Falls Apart
What does it actually feel like to be in alignment with your soul? Not perfect. Not easy. But real, grounded, and deeply earned. In this episode of Relentlessly Authentic, we dive into a raw and emotional conversation as I sit down with my co-host, Gabriela Verduzco, and explore her story—one of pain, accountability, healing, and ultimately, purpose. Gaby opens up about her past, including her experience with incarceration, and the ripple effect it had on her life and her family. We talk about the weight of guilt, the stories we carry, and what it really looks like to take responsibility for your life—without letting it define you. This isn’t a story of perfection or “having it all figured out.” It’s a story of becoming. Of facing the emotional toll of your past… choosing to forgive yourself… and doing the hard, honest work of breaking cycles. We also explore what it means to find your path through the very things that once tried to break you—and how self-discovery, truth, and resilience can lead you into a life that feels aligned, meaningful, and yours. Because soul alignment doesn’t come from avoiding your past— it comes from walking through it, owning it, and choosing who you become because of it. If you’ve ever felt defined by your past, struggled to forgive yourself, or wondered if you can truly change your life—this conversation is for you. Your past may shape you—but it doesn’t get to decide who you become. Join Rachael this Sunday April 12th, 2026 for Yoga, Pilates & Picnic —your new favorite ritual. Yoga. Pilates. Picnic. Coffee. Pastries. Sunshine. Connection. Community. Need I say more? 🎟 https://events.humanitix.com/pilates-picnic-in-the-park-a9wfshq5 Find Rachael on Instagram @highvibeyogii Find Gaby on Instagram @rising.monarca and @gabrielafverdusco on Tik Tok
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