In this opening episode of Season 2, we explore why nervous system regulation comes before insight and why understanding alone often isn’t enough to create change. You’ll learn how states of safety and threat shape learning and behavior, followed by a brief guided practice using breath and orientation to support regulation and neuroplasticity.

In this special spoken-word offering, Lena Gwendolyn invites you into a visceral remembering of your worth—unearned, unchased, undeniable. It’s a sensual manifesto for those who are done shrinking, done performing, and ready to arrive fully.

Let this episode wash over you. Let it live in your body. Let it remind you that you are the place where desire begins.

What You’ll Experience:

• A slow drop into breath and presence
• A full reading of “The Worth Manifesto”
• A gentle invitation to return to your power, daily

Suggested Use: Listen lying down, with a candle lit, or while moving through your morning or evening ritual. This is meant to be felt more than analyzed.

If this stirred something in you… Lena would love to hear from you. Tag @lenagwendolyncollective or DM your reflections on Instagram.

Remember: you don’t have to earn your place. You already belong.

Produced by Near Mint Productions, LLC

Written and Hosted by Lena Hill

Music by Patrick Simon Music

We often extend kindness to others—but when it comes to ourselves, judgment and self-criticism can take the lead. In this episode of Breathe and Lead, we invite you to soften your inner dialogue and reconnect with your heart through a gentle breathwork and visualization practice designed to cultivate self-compassion.

You’ll be guided through soothing breath patterns, a visualization to connect with your younger self, and affirmations that anchor self-worth and care. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, perfectionistic, or simply in need of emotional nourishment, this practice offers space to release harsh inner narratives and embrace your own humanity.

🔹 What’s Inside:

• A calming breathwork sequence to quiet self-judgment
• A guided visualization to foster inner kindness and connection
• Affirmations to support self-trust, healing, and inner resilience

You deserve the same grace you offer to others. Come back to your breath, meet yourself with compassion, and lead from a place of love.

Produced by Near Mint Productions, LLC

Written and Edited by Lena Hill

Original Music by Patrick Simon Music