It’s All Worth It — On Embodied Decisions, Energy & Becoming

In this soul-filled episode of The GRLPWRDEN Podcast, Emily sits down with Tia, co-owner of Tuum Salon @tuumsalon, a space where transformation goes far deeper than hair. With a grounded presence and an intuitive gift for tuning into the body, Tia shares how she made one of the boldest moves of her life—betting on herself and opening her own salon.

This conversation is about so much more than business. It’s about risk, self-trust, and learning to listen to the body as a compass—especially when the mind is full of doubt from outside voices. Tia walks us through the somatic tools, mindset shifts, and energetic practices she leaned on during her leap into entrepreneurship and offers a powerful reminder that discernment is a practice, not a personality trait. Her story is a love letter to the moments when we stand on the edge of the unknown and still choose ourselves.

✨ Key Takeaways:

• Discernment is a body-based skill. Tia explains how tuning into subtle sensations can help you make aligned decisions—ones that come from within rather than fear or pressure. She explores the powerful concept of sovereignty—how true personal power comes from being deeply connected and present with yourself, rather than seeking validation from others. She highlights that sovereignty is about honoring your boundaries, staying grounded in your truth, and choosing yourself consistently.

• Not all risk is reckless. Sometimes risk is a doorway into your own evolution. You’ll hear how Tia felt her way through uncertainty by staying present in her body, staying honest about what she truly wanted, and aligning her choices with her values.

• Energetics matter. Whether it’s choosing the right time to act or the right people to surround yourself with, Tia talks about the invisible forces that shape our outcomes—and how she works with energy intentionally.

• Fear doesn’t mean “don’t.” Tia shares how she worked with fear instead of letting it stop her. There’s a difference between fear that protects and fear that keeps you small—and the body often knows which one you’re dealing with.

• Somatic tools build inner safety. From breathwork to nervous system awareness, this episode highlights how embodiment helps anchor us when life feels uncertain.

And above all, “It’s all worth it,” as Tia reminds us. Because choosing yourself—again and again—is always the deeper win.

This episode is for anyone standing at the edge of a big decision, wondering if the unknown is worth it. It’s for the woman who wants to move slower, feel deeper, and trust more—not just in her path, but in herself. Tia’s story reminds us that clarity isn’t always loud, and that the most powerful moves often begin with a solid feeling in the body.

Reminder:
The guests on GRLPWRDEN speak from lived experience. Their views might not reflect your own—or even mine—and that’s the beauty of this space. We don’t always find the perfect words or explanations, but we’re here trying. This podcast is a place for exploration, not echo chambers—for honest stories, personal truth, and the messy, brave act of becoming.

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