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With Valentine’s Day coming up this week we thought it would be special to discuss the most important relationship we have throughout our life; the relationship with ourselves. The term; ‘loving yourself' is something we see on social media all the time (which we love), but it is a lot easier said than done. In today's episode we are joined by Kat John, an Inspirational Coach who has been through so much in life. Kat shares her own personal journey with self love, and how she was able to turn around from a darker mindset and find her own joy. We then touch on our own journeys, what has helped us shift our mindset in the past and share a little exercise you can do at home. Lastly, we also reached out to Jessie Quirk, one of our KIC girls from the community to speak to her own self love journey.  You can find more of Kat here : @kat.John and www.katjohn.com.au  And for Jessie: @kicgirl_jq  If you would like to see or hear more from us, you can find us on Instagram at @kic.app or @kicpod and @stephclairesmith and @laura.henshaw or check out kicapp.com/ KIC SPECIAL SHARES  Steph: Quote by Emma Stone; "I remind myself to be kind to myself and, as slightly ridiculous as it may sound, to treat myself in the same gentle way I'd want to treat a daughter of mine. It really helps.”  Laura: Taylor Swift’s 'Miss Americana' Netflix Documentary  For more information on Wildlife Victoria, or to donate, head to this link - www.wildlifevictoria.org.au See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to season 2 of the KIC POD! In today's episode we chat all about routine! One of the most common questions we get is 'how do you get back on track and back into routine?' We thought we would kick off the year with a discussion on how we both approach our routine and get back into it after a break and invited our PT from our KIC program, Danny Kennedy on for his expert tips and tricks!  On another note, we along with the rest of Australia, have been feeling incredibly helpless during the devestating bushfires. We wanted to support Wildlife Victoria for all of their incredible efforts in saving native wildlife. Below you will find a link to their website where you can find out more about them and donate whatever you're able to. Every dollar counts. www.wildlifevictoria.org.au If you would like to see or hear more from us, you can find us on Instagram at @kic.app or @kicpod and @stephclairesmith and @laura.henshaw or check out kicapp.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today’s episode we reflect on the year that has just gone. We talk about our own personal pressures we have faced during 2019 along with our highlights from the last year. We also chat about new year resolutions. We know how easy it can be to write down new years goals, but what we can really resonate with is just how easy it is to forget about them. We discuss setting attainable and realistic goals and how to achieve them in the new year. To celebrate the new year and committing to our health and wellbeing in 2020, listen in for a discount for new subscribers to our Keep It Cleaner app. If you would like to see or hear more from us, you can find us on Instagram at @kic.app or @kicpod and @stephclairesmith and @laura.henshaw or check out kicapp.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The ‘Anti-diet’, intuitive eating is a styling of eating you may have heard over the past few months, so we thought we would bring in our Keep It Cleaner Dietitian and Nutritionist, Marika Day to discuss what exactly this style of eating is. Marika describes intuitive eating as learning to trust and listen to your body and eat in response to what your body is telling you. We talk about the way in which we can integrate this approach to eating into our day to day lives, how to become aware of the reasons in which you might be eating by checking in with yourself plus answer questions from the community. If you would like to see or hear more from us, you can find us on Instagram at @kic.app or @kicpod and @stephclairesmith and @laura.henshaw or check out kicapp.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Welcome to our bonus episode! In this short and sweet podcast, Laura sits down with Steph, pre wedding and talks about her wedding preparations. Steph also mentions her tips in relation to budgeting and how she wants to spend her last morning of being a Miss. A big congratulations to Steph and Josh on their marriage, we wish them a lifetime of happiness. If you would like to see or hear more from us, you can find us on Instagram at @kic.app or @kicpod and @stephclairesmith and @laura.henshaw or check out kicapp.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In lead up to Steph’s wedding, we thought we’d get her wedding dress designer, Kyha from One Day Bridal, and her makeup artist for the big day, Monica Gingold, on for a chat. We touch on the pressure the Bride and Groom might face when it comes to society's idea that you must the fittest you’ve ever been for your wedding and how Steph hasn’t let this affect her. Kyha answers your questions about what inspired her to become the successful wedding dress designer she is today and everything else you wanted to know about wedding dress shopping. Monica, the beauty guru talks all things wedding glam. We go into detail about skin care preparation leading up to the big day and how to choose makeup for your wedding day. Find them on instagram @k.y.h.a @onedaybridal @monicaginggold_beauty If you would like to see or hear more from us, you can find us on Instagram at @kic.app or @kicpod and @stephclairesmith and @laura.henshaw or check out kicapp.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today’s episode we are joined by @Chantelle_otten_sexologist, an award winning Sexologist. Chantelle is passionate about sex education and shared all her tips and tricks with us and answered all of your questions. We discuss confidence, masturbation, vaginismus, scheduling intercourse and why you might not be able to orgasm. If you would like to see or hear more from us, you can find us on Instagram at @kic.app or @kicpod and @stephclairesmith and @laura.henshaw or check out kicapp.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today’s episode we speak to our Keep It Cleaner health expert, Dr Bronwyn Hamilton, who is a qualified Obstetrician and Gynaecologist. Bronwyn chats to us today about all things fertility related. We talk about lifestyle factors which can reduce the chances of falling pregnant, the role the Male partner plays in pregnancy, tracking your ovulation, when to stop contraception and what day in your cycle you should try for a baby. Bronwyn lists the steps Women should take to prepare themselves for pregnancy and debunks common myths about contraception. We understand that falling pregnant can be hard for couples which is why Bronwyn is here today to provide you with additional information to prepare your body for conceiving. If you would like to see or hear more from us, you can find us on Instagram at @kic.app or @kicpod and @stephclairesmith and @laura.henshaw or check out kicapp.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Alex Hayes is a competitive surfer boy turned content creator who now travels the world and documents his life for his job. At only 7, Alex started doing surf life saving which then inspired him to take up surfing which quickly became his passion. Suffering from an injury which forced him to step back from surfing at age 17 , Alex speaks about how his injury in turn, pushed him to become the successful content creator he is today. Fresh out of school, he found himself jet setting across the world to kickstart his career. At only 21 years young, Alex chats about the stigma around mental health, especially when it comes to Males. Alex opens about about his own struggles with depression and post traumatic stress and how the practice of meditation really helped him focus on being present in the moment and aids him in his day to day life. From a young surfer boy with a passion to travel, Alex has learnt to react to opportunities in front of him and to push himself as far as he can both physically and mentally as he continues to explore his twenties. You can find Alex on Instagram @Alexhayes If you would like to see or hear more from us, you can find us on Instagram at @kic.app or @kicpod and @stephclairesmith and @laura.henshaw or check out kicapp.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode we chat to Lana Wilkinson, one of Australia’s biggest stylists and style icons. Lana talks to us about the steps she has taken over the years to become a successful businesswoman. She has such a strong work ethic, which was inbuilt in her from her younger years. Lana discusses how this has shaped her to become the woman she is today, plus how she’s learnt to balance her career along with being a mum. Starting up as a freelance stylist for Aussie women and men, Lana can proudly say she has been the stylist for celebrities such as Ruby Rose, Bec Judd and Whitney Port. Lana is a driven woman whose main priory is to make her clients feel good about themselves in the outfit they’re in. Only just last week, Lana launched her own shoe label ‘By Lana Wilkinson’. She expresses just how excited she is to start this new journey and continue to build and evolve her business. Find out more about her @lanawilkinson If you would like to see or hear more from us, you can find us on Instagram at @kic.app or @kicpod and @stephclairesmith and @laura.henshaw or check out kicapp.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

If you’ve ever wanted to go behind the scenes in the glamorous world of hair and make up, this episode is for you! LA-based hair and make-up artist Blondie is a KIC Girl who is killing it in her career. We caught up with her to find out how she got started in the industry and how she managed to crack Hollywood. It’s not all glamorous though! Blondie has had to work incredibly hard to get where she is now. She shares some hilarious stories about her most challenging moments and difficult clients. Blondie has also come on an incredible journey as a KIC Girl. She shares her tips for smashing fitness and health goals, especially while living a busy life and not having a set daily routine. We hope you guys find her health journey as inspiring as we do! Find out more about Blondie at @blondiemua If you would like to see or hear more from us, you can find us on Instagram at @kic.app or @kicpod and @stephclairesmith and @laura.henshaw or check out kicapp.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

We’re all about helping our KIC Girls live their best life and that’s why we’re excited to share this money chat with She’s On The Money host Victoria Devine. Victoria shares a wealth of knowledge including how to set up a budget and how to set, and work towards, financial goals. We think these tips and insights are so important for all of us to be aware of, no matter where we are in our money journey. Victoria shares her best savings tips as well as her favourite tools and apps that will help you take control of your finances. She also discusses how being financially savvy can actually be a form of self-care. This is essential listening for anyone who wants to improve their financial situation and spending habits. Find out more about Victoria @shesonthemoneyaus If you would like to see or hear more from us, you can find us on Instagram at @kic.app or @kicpod and @stephclairesmith and @laura.henshaw or check out kicapp.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Want to make it in PR? This episode has everything you need to know. Tessa-Jay Slight and Rachel Hayes are the amazing directors of boutique Melbourne PR agency OneTwo Agency. They share their business story including how they got started, the biggest challenges they have faced, and the lessons learnt along the way. Find out what it really takes to succeed in the industry and why you have to be willing and ready for anything; from taking meetings with Vogue to taking out the rubbish bins (literally). We hope you budding PRs enjoy this one! Find out more about Tessa & Rachel at @onetwoagency_ If you would like to see or hear more from us, you can find us on Instagram at @kic.app or @kicpod and @stephclairesmith and @laura.henshaw or check out kicapp.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode is so raw and real. The incredible Brooke Blurton opens up about her challenging childhood and how she has overcome her past to become the strong, confident woman and champion for indigenous issues she is today. Brooke shares how she has become such a positive role model, and most of all how she has found the courage to share her story and find strength in vulnerability. Brooke also opens up about how it felt to have her sexuality labelled and treated as a plot point while she was a contestant on The Bachelor. We discuss the dark side of reality TV and how producers try to manipulate the contestants to cause drama - and the effect that has had on Brooke's life outside of the show. We hope this podcast empowers you to own your own story and find happiness despite life’s challenges. You can find out more about Brooke on her Instagram @brooke.blurton If you would like to see or hear more from us, you can find us on Instagram at @kic.app or @kicpod and @stephclairesmith and @laura.henshaw or check out kicapp.com/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.