Have you ever wondered what your pet is really thinking behind those adorable eyes? What if grooming your pet was more than a task, but a sacred exchange of trust and care?

In this week’s episode, Aimee sits down with Cassondra Smith, CEO of Club Pawsh and host of The Unlimited Groomer podcast. Cassondra shares her inspiring journey from music industry professional to animal wellness educator, speaker, and grooming expert.

Whether you’re a pet parent, an animal professional, or simply someone who believes in care-centered living, this conversation will expand your heart and perspective.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

- Cassondra’s journey from cubicles to canines, and finding her true calling

- How grooming is about more than looks, it’s about trust, healing & communication

- The concept of Fear Free grooming and why it’s changing the industry

- Why understanding animal behavior matters more than ever

- How somatic awareness applies to animals and what they teach us about energy

- The emotional impact of trauma (for pets and humans) and how to rebuild the connection

And so much more!

Cassondra Renee FFCP-G, AMCP, founder and CEO of Club Pawsh, is described as the only All-Luxury & Fear Free Certified Mobile Groomer in Buffalo, New York. She is a seasoned groomer with over 10 years of experience in in-home, mobile, and salon settings.

Cassondra has also held corporate roles overseeing hundreds of groomers, where she developed a passion for coaching and advising others in the industry to achieve success financially and personally. Her background includes personal development, a collegiate background in psychology, and a Bachelor's of Science in Music Business Management.

Cassondra's expertise and empowerment coaching have been featured in various media outlets, including Reader's Digest, television news, and animal sanctuary organizations. She also educates on platforms and podcasts within the grooming industry. Alongside her podcast, "The Unlimited Groomer," she offers business coaching tailored to pet industry professionals and is available for speaking engagements.

Additionally, she runs Pawscious Memories, which creates handmade pet keepsakes incorporating hair and cremains. Outside of her professional life, Cassondra has five pets, is involved in WINC (an organization supporting women in business), practices yoga and meditation, and enjoys dancing, reading, roller skating, and traveling.

Connect with Cassondra:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/unlimitedgroomer/?hl=en

Website: clubpawsh.com

Business number: +1(845) 6-CAT-DOG

Connect with Aimee:

Instagram: @aimeetakaya

Facebook: Aimee Takaya

Learn more about Aimee Takaya, Hanna Somatic Education, and The Radiance Program at⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠www.freeyoursoma.com⁠⁠⁠.⁠⁠

What does it really mean to say yes to healing?

In today’s episode, Aimee Takaya sits down with Jessica Glose, a somatic breathwork practitioner, yoga teacher trainer, and wellness retreat leader, for a deep dive into the power of retreats, nervous system regulation, and honoring the full spectrum of human emotion.

Together, they explore the nuances of personal healing, the importance of facing discomfort, and how our bodies hold the keys to releasing old patterns.

Jessica takes us through:

- Her journey from small-town beginnings to world traveler and wellness facilitator

- How saying “yes” to retreat initiates deep personal transformation

- How retreat experiences create neurological expansion and lasting transformation

- The parallels between childbirth and personal healing journeys

- Why uncomfortable emotions surface during transformative experiences

- The connection between somatics, nervous system regulation, and emotional release

- Jessica's approach to holding space for others through breathwork and retreats

And so much more!

Jessica is a certified Somatic Breathwork Practitioner with over a decade of experience helping people reconnect with their bodies and breath. Her workshops offer a safe and transformative space for participants to release stress, regulate their nervous systems, and tap into emotional and energetic healing. With her holistic approach, Jessica blends breathwork, sound healing, and mindfulness practices to create an immersive experience that nurtures both mind and body.

Beyond her breathwork expertise, Jessica is also a yoga teacher trainer, spiritual wellness retreat leader, and luxury travel designer, curating transformative journeys that inspire connection, exploration, and growth. Whether guiding a somatic healing workshop or crafting a retreat in an exotic location, Jessica’s passion lies in creating supportive, intentional spaces where people can thrive.

As a mama of three, Birth and Postpartum Doula, and Reiki practitioner, Jessica understands the importance of balancing life’s demands with mindful self-care. Her workshops are designed to meet you exactly where you are, offering tools to help you feel grounded, empowered, and aligned.

Connect with Jessica:

IG: jessica_glose & beyond_wanderlust_travel

FB: Jessica Glose

Connect with Aimee:

Instagram: @aimeetakaya

Facebook: Aimee Takaya

Learn more about Aimee Takaya, Hanna Somatic Education, and The Radiance Program at⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠www.freeyoursoma.com⁠⁠⁠.⁠⁠

What if your shame wasn't yours to begin with? What if the heaviness you've carried in your body for decades was an energetic inheritance, silently passed down without a single word spoken?

In this week’s episode, Aimee sits down with Natalie Vires, intimacy coach and creator of The Blowjob Queen course, to explore the often taboo connections between our relationships with our fathers, our sexuality, and our sense of self-worth.

Natalie takes us through:

- How silent shame and childhood dynamics shape sexual boundaries

- The energetic impact of parents’ emotions and behaviors

- Reclaiming your voice; literally and metaphorically

- Why pleasure, consent, and self-connection matter in intimacy

- How vocal somatics and humming can regulate anxiety and emotion

- The power of retreats, coaching, and community in healing the self

And so much more!

Natalie Vires is a transformational coach, retreat facilitator, and voice liberation guide who helps people reclaim their sensuality, confidence, and authentic expression. Her work combines inner relationship healing, somatic embodiment, and vocal practices to guide clients into deeper self-trust, intimacy, and joy. Whether through 1:1 coaching or immersive retreats in places like Mexico, Natalie creates spaces where people feel safe to drop their masks, feel sexy in their own skin, and speak with the full frequency of who they are.

Connect with Natalie:

Follow her on Facebook: Natalie Vires

Connect with Aimee:

Instagram: @aimeetakaya

Facebook: Aimee Takaya

Learn more about Aimee Takaya, Hanna Somatic Education, and The Radiance Program at⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠www.freeyoursoma.com⁠⁠⁠.⁠⁠