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See more of her work at https://www.intentionalsteps.net/]]>enSelf-ImprovementCopyright Jayehttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/5f8c547b628a3222886f73622c767c60.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/intentional-steps-podcast--6568017Mon, 29 Jun 2026 02:14:52 +0000JayeJayedaretobejaye@gmail.comThis podcast is a collection of stories and lessons brought to you by travel. Your host, Jessica Jaye, is a teacher, traveler, and author who inspires positive change through storytelling and mentorship. Reflecting on her life experiences helps her...
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Jaye's Recommendation: Healthy Minds Innovation App

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Jaye's Recommendation: Healthy Minds Innovation App

The ground-breaking Healthy Minds Program uses neuroscience, contemplative traditions, and skill-based learning methods to help you develop the skills for a healthy mind in the palm of your hand.

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]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/67685282Tue, 09 Sep 2025 05:34:40 +0000JayeIt's been a while... in this episode, get a quick update on what's been happening in Jaye's life over the last few weeks. She's in France. She broke up with her boyfriend. And she's going back to Thailand. Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed...

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]]>401false116fullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/a-body-in-motion--67311878
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Follow Victoria on Instagram @fernloves2learn 
Check out our latest best friend dance by clicking here!
If you missed the first episode with Victoria, click here.

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Check out our latest best friend dance by clicking here!
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*Disclaimer: This episode mentions a miscarriage.

Crops Not Shops Sacred Earth Gathering : https://www.cropsnotshops.co.uk/sacred-earth-gathering

Miscarriage Blog Post : https://www.intentionalsteps.net/post/miscarriage

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*Disclaimer: This episode mentions a miscarriage.

Crops Not Shops Sacred Earth Gathering : https://www.cropsnotshops.co.uk/sacred-earth-gathering

Miscarriage Blog Post : https://www.intentionalsteps.net/post/miscarriage

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For an article on the topic of secure attachment and relationships. Click Here

For more on Jaye's perspective on topics related to her relationship, check out these blogs that she wrote one month after this recording:

• Partnership & Personal Responsibility
• Quality vs Quantity: Revisiting Love Languages

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For an article on the topic of secure attachment and relationships. Click Here

For more on Jaye's perspective on topics related to her relationship, check out these blogs that she wrote one month after this recording:

• Partnership & Personal Responsibility
• Quality vs Quantity: Revisiting Love Languages

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If you want to see Jaye's experience in Belize, check out this youtube video!

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Show Notes:

The Seven Spiritual Laws of Success]]>https://api.spreaker.com/episode/65029529Sat, 22 Mar 2025 08:21:37 +0000JayeIn this debut episode, Jaye discusses the topic of conscious choices by sharing a story about when she didn't choose peace because she was lazy. Thank you for listening! If you enjoyed this story and want to support, please...

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The Seven Spiritual Laws of Success]]>509false11full