In The Still

BONUS Episode: Life Update, Selling Auric Alchemy and Moving!

Thu, 04 Mar 2021 05:00:00 +1000

It's been a little while between chats so I wanted to give you all an update!

In this episode:

- How I felt during 2020
- Overwhelm as a solo small business owner
- Deciding to sell Auric Alchemy
- Moving back to Tasmania

Although I have sold Auric Alchemy I am still involved just a little more behind the scenes.

I also mention I will be opening up some time each month to offer small business mentoring so if that is something you are interested in you can send me a DM or email madelinelebski@gmail.com

I hope you enjoy and you can now find me over on my personal account @madelinelebski

Madeline x

From chronic illness to founding Prae, a conscious space for Non-Toxic and Sustainable brands

Mon, 30 Nov 2020 05:00:00 +1000

In this episode we chat with Bec Conforti, the founder of Prae Store. Prae is a conscious hub of non-toxic, organic and sustainable brands.

How Bec’s journey with chronic illness lead her to discover a low toxic life and then business
How her and her Husband created a #1 ranking app!
Our shared experience of chronic health conditions leading us to creating our own businesses
What it means to be a sustainable brand and consumer
How Covid has changed the way we shop
The highs and lows of small business
The lessons from becoming a leader in her business

https://prae-store.com/
@prae.store

This is also our season finale for season 1!

Thank you all SO much for listening and stay tuned in the new year to see what else is to come.

Madeline x

Using plants to heal, connecting back into our bodies and writing a book with Erin Lovell Verinder

Mon, 09 Nov 2020 05:00:00 +1000

Author, Herbalist, Nutritionist and Energy healer, Erin is definitely somebody you need to be following. In this episode we chat:

Combining the physical and ethereal aspects of healing our bodies
Manifesting through being grounded
How her knowledge of energy healing, herbalism and nutrition have helped her own health
Her journey through adrenal fatigue
How our emotions impact our physical health
Her intention behind creating her book ‘Plants for the People’

You can find Erin here:
https://www.erinlovellverinder.com/
@erinlovellverinder
'Plants for the People' Book

Coming home to yourself with founder of Homebody Club, Lucy Green

Mon, 26 Oct 2020 05:00:00 +1000

‘Homebody club is all about coming home to yourself emotionally, physically & spiritually’

In this episode we chat:

Transitioning from the corporate world to freelance/small business owner
How to create true connection with others
How to prioritise connection in a way that works for both people’s lives
Managing expectations within all relationships
Our relationship to sharing our lives online and being vulnerable
Nourishing the connection to self

And so much more!

Find Us Here:

https://www.homebodyclub.com/

@homebodyclub

@inthestill_podcast

@auric_alchemy
www.auricalchemy.com.au

Creating a business you love, the power of aligned collaborations & community with YCL Jewels Founder, Fabienne Costa

Mon, 12 Oct 2020 05:00:00 +1000

In her early 20s Fabienne began making jewellery from her home and selling it at local markets, 7 years on she has a beautiful studio on the Gold Coast and has created a hugely adored brand and following.

In this episode we chat:

Reminiscing on the moment Fabienne felt her hobby turn into a business
How she has continued to thrive 7 years into business
The self development and growth that comes from being a business owner
Creating a healthy relationship with social media
The power of aligned collaborations

Find More Here:

https://www.ycljewels.com/
@ycljewels
@fabienne.ycl

@inthestill_podcast
https://auricalchemy.com.au/

I would absolutely love for you to leave a review if you love these episodes

Madeline x

From Modelling to becoming a Doctor of Chinese Medicine with Dr. Stephanie Flockhart

Mon, 28 Sep 2020 05:00:00 +1000

Through the tools of Chinese Medicine and unblocking my subconscious mind (and every single self help book ever published… trust me…) I learned how to find vibrancy, energy and balance whenever I felt I had drifted out of alignment. I was able to heal myself and now lead a life that is so abundant and beautiful beyond my wildest dreams and more spectacular than any psychic or healer had ever predicted for me. - 'Dr. Stephanie Flockhart'

In this episode we chat about:

From the world of modelling on reality TV to studying Reiki and Chinese Medicine
Healing her own health challenges through Chinese Medicine
Why eating and moving our bodies for our individual constitution vs. following trends is so important
The benefits of acupuncture and Chinese Medicine for every day wellness

Find out more here:

https://www.stephanieflockhart.com/
@stephflockhart

Ear Seeds: https://www.stephanieflockhart.com/shop1/e-book-the-ancient-chinese-body-clock-9b2ek

Sessions: https://www.stephanieflockhart.com/book-an-appointment

Coming Home to Beauty Course: https://www.stephanieflockhart.com/coming-home-to-beauty-course

Enjoy 15% off discount code for your listeners to use on products (ear seeds and e-books) and sessions! Let's make the code INTHESTILL and can be entered at checkout.

@inthestill_podcast and www.auricalchemy.com.au

Thank you for listening! I would absolutely love for you to leave us a review and subscribe to stay up to date with all the latest episodes.

Madeline x

Small business, health hurdles & self growth with Madeline Lebski

Mon, 14 Sep 2020 05:00:00 +1000

Welcome to Episode Five!
I thought it was about time I introduced myself properly so I decided to sit down and record a solo chat about my life, Auric Alchemy, health and what I have been learning over the last little while.

In this episode I chat about:

- My life before Auric Alchemy

- How having my business has helped my mental health during years of Chronic Fatigue

- What I have learned over the last almost 4 years since it’s creation

- Why I learned to let go of controlling everything

- My tips for sustaining brand growth

- Why I don’t believe there is ever a ‘perfect time’ for anything

- My relationship with cash flow as a small business & so much more!

I really hope this resonates with you all and you feel inspired!

PS. We now have an Instagram page for the podcast where you will hear all about new episodes and my thoughts and tips on slowing down and creating stillness in your life.

Find me here:

@inthestill_podcast
@auric_alchemy
www.auricalchemy.com.au

As always thank you for listening,

Madeline x

Life as a Freelancer & how to overcome self doubt with Maddy Rawlings

Mon, 31 Aug 2020 07:00:00 +1000

When Maddy is not in pursuit of designing meaningful brand identities, you can find her exploring and enjoying the simple pleasures of life in South East Coast QLD. She's a positive, determined and passionate hands on creative who absolutely thrives off helping bring a business to life through thoughtful designs.

In this episode we chat:

How Maddy created her own design studio from a side hustle to full time from age 19!
Finding your unique design and expression as a brand
What she loves about freelance life
How business and personal growth go hand in hand
Creating community as a freelancer
Overcoming fear and self doubt
The importance of boundaries to avoid burnout
How to overcome feeling isolated

Find out more here:

www.thebinding.com.au
Instagram: @the.binding. & @theessentialsclub
Youtube: 'The Essentials Club'
'https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCJU0ZInbzHWY-IA2XdGkJtw

@inthestill_podcast and www.auricalchemy.com.au

Thank you for listening! I would absolutely love for you to leave us a review and subscribe to stay up to date with all the latest episodes.

Madeline x

Clean Beauty & Saying goodbye to toxic products with Monique Peters

Mon, 17 Aug 2020 07:00:00 +1000

In this episode we chat with Founder of 'The Beauty Journal' Monique Peters.
Since leaving the mainstream cosmetic world, Monique has felt compelled to help others make the switch to Natural + Clean beauty!
The world of 'green beauty' can be overwhelming and and challenging to navigate, with greenwashing and trying to understand ingredients lists. Understanding all of this, Monique has made it her mission to help empower other to reduce their toxic product exposure via her amazing new ebook, website and workshops!

We chat about:

- How her struggles with hormonal imbalances and chronic digestive issues inspired her to look into cleaner products
- A holistic approach to healing your skin
- How to understand labels and ingredients
- Some of her favourite natural alternatives!

Find Monique here:
https://www.thebeautyjournal.com.au/
@thebeautyjournal_

Find out more over on Instagram at @inthestill_podcast and www.auricalchemy.com.au

Moniques Favourite Products!

EBOOK discount code - Auric15
Deodorant - No pong or Noosa Basics
Toothpaste and lip products - Grants Toothpaste and Eye of Horus lips
Body lotion - Weleda sea buckthorn body oil
Face serum - Wildcrafted Organics serums
Perfume - AYU
https://www.nourishedlife.com.au/

Creating 'Elle Fit Active' & finding joy with Eliza Landgren

Mon, 03 Aug 2020 06:00:00 +1000

Today's episode is with the incredible Eliza (Elle) Landgren, the creator of 'Elle Fit Active'.
Throughout years of overcoming Chronic Fatigue in her early 20s and managing Scoliosis, Elle created her 'Get Bendy' poster which 6 years on is still going strong!

In this episode we chat about:
- Her recovery from Chronic Fatigue and managing Scoliosis
- Growing her business through Instagram and sharing her story
- Her tips on patience and perseverance in running her own business
- What she has planned for 'Elle Fit Active' in the future!

Find Elle Here:
Instagram: @elle_fit / @ellefitactive
https://www.ellefitactive.com/

Find out more over on Instagram at @inthestill_podcast and www.auricalchemy.com.au

Free Download 'Get Clear'
https://www.ellefitactive.com/pages/get-clear

Cycle Tracking & Hormone Health with Lucy Fitzgibbons

Sat, 01 Aug 2020 16:00:00 +1000

In this episode we chat with Naturopath Lucy Fitzgibbons. Lucy is so passionate about teaching her clients to track their cycle every month and learning how that can then impact the way we work, exercise, socialise and more. This is also a topic I became passionate about after experiencing severe hormonal imbalances during my teens and 20s, which is why I began tracking my cycle through the Basal Body Temperature (BBT) method 18months ago and it was honestly a GAMECHANGER!

We chat about
- The difference between a Naturopath and a Doctor
- The 4 phases of a cycle
- How to begin tracking your cycle
- How to plan your month around your bodies rhythms
- Lucy's 'Body Basics' Series

You can find lucy here @lucy_fitz or https://www.lucyfitzgibbons.com/

Resources:
- Kindara App (cycle tracking)
- Basal Body Thermometer
- 'Taking Charge of your Fertility' by Toni Weschler

Find out more over on Instagram at @inthestill_podcast and www.auricalchemy.com.au

I would love your feedback and what you learned from our chat so leave us a review and comment below!

Madeline x

Welcome to 'In The Still'

Fri, 17 Jul 2020 15:00:00 +1000

Welcome to 'In The Still', by Auric Alchemy founder Madeline Lebski. These conversations are all about life, business, health, wellness and what we can all learn when we give ourselves time to slow down and be still. Find out more over on Instagram at @auric_alchemy and www.auricalchemy.com.au