School of Self-Image
411 episodes - English - Latest episode: 11 days ago - ★★★★★ - 630 ratingsSchool of Self-Image is the go-to podcast for women who desire to transform their self-image so that they can create mind-blowing results in their lives. Join Master Life Coach, Tonya Leigh, as she shares tips, ideas, and inspiring conversations around elevating your mindset, style, and surroundings to create an extraordinary self-image. Episodes are released each Wednesday.
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104: How to recover from a style disaster: A love letter to my 12-year old self
April 12, 2018 00:00 - 15 minutes - 35.5 MBIn this episode, Tonya shares what she considers the “worst day of middle school.” She tried a style experiment that failed miserably. The humiliation and self-loathing that ensued created years where she ignored her desire to be a stylish woman. Today, Tonya is revisiting her 12-year old self to give her a love letter that is applicable to all women who want to make the world their runway and be their best selves. Get full show notes and more information here: https://frenchkisslife.com/...
103: Your Petite May Be Your Grande
April 03, 2018 00:00 - 15 minutes - 14.8 MBAre you conflicted about what you want? Perhaps you want a “simple” life but feel guilt that you’re not pushing yourself more? Or maybe y0u want to build and empire and make millions but feel that you should be happy with less? With society having so many opinions about what we should want, it’s time to tap into your version of playing big (or grande). No one gets to decide what you want for yourself but you, and when you feel good about the game you’re playing, you become unstoppable. In th...
102: These 2 Simple Words Will Turn Your Life Into A Grand Romance
March 24, 2018 00:00 - 17 minutes - 28.7 MBDo you feel stuck in a state of complaining and resisting life? In this episode, Tonya shares 2 words that she instilled in her from her Southern parents that she used to bring a sense of romance back into her life after forgetting her “manners” for far too long. No matter what your circumstances are, you can use these two words to completely turn your life around. She also has a 7-day challenge for you to start practicing this simple, yet powerful concept. Tune in to learn a simple tool tha...
101: My Spiritual Parisian Search For The “IT” Bag
March 14, 2018 00:00 - 18 minutes - 17.5 MBSpirituality isn’t only found in shrines and silence. It can be found while searching for that coveted “luxury” item you can’t stop thinking about. Materialism gets such a bad rap. Yes, things won’t give you permanent happiness. And yes, our society is obsessed with constant consumerism. But, when we French Kiss life, we choose to look at all things through the eyes of spirituality. Everything we purchase, including a handbag, is energy. And, what we consume, carry and converse about is crea...
100: How an $8 Bouquet of Tulips Made Me Rich
March 07, 2018 00:00 - 21 minutes - 20.9 MBThe simple luxuries of life are often neglected when you’re in a state of scarcity and lack. If you’re not mindful, you’ll deny yourself of the very things that will help you reach your goals by inspiring you to feel better. In this episode, Tonya shares her personal journey of becoming a rich woman by purchasing a bouquet of flowers after being inspired by a dinner at Madame Clement’s home in the South of France. Discover why acting poor keeps you poor and simple steps to become a rich woma...
099: 6 Ways To Say “buh - Bye” To Your FOMO
February 28, 2018 00:00 - 22 minutes - 36.8 MBDo you live in constant anxiety that you’re missing out on life? Maybe you’re triggered by an Instagram pic or that voice in your head that is always telling you that you should be doing more with your life. This is called FOMO — fear of missing out. It’s become such a huge epidemic in our society that the acronym earned a place in the Oxford dictionary. The problem with FOMO is that it’s not only exhausting, it can be paralyzing and lead you further away from a truly well-lived life. In thi...
098: Why You Should Stop Trying To Love Yourself
February 23, 2018 23:00 - 25 minutes - 24.1 MBOf course, it’s important for you to learn how to love yourself, but what if trying to do so actually leads you further away from self-love? In this episode, we explore why trying to love yourself can lead to a life of self-obsession and away from cultivating self-love. What if there’s a much more fun approach? There is. Listen to this episode to discover the conversation Tonya had with a friend that changed how she approaches self-love. Download the playsheet “Je t’aime, La Vie! (I love y...
097: My Top 10 Inside-Out Beauty Secrets
February 14, 2018 17:30 - 20 minutes - 19.2 MBMost of Tonya’s work is about beautifying your “inner world” — your thoughts and emotions. But, she’s often asked about her favorite beauty secrets. While she’s not a beauty expert, she believes that health & beauty begins on the inside. Along with style and make-up, she has been studying, researching and applying a more holistic approach to beauty and health, and in this episode, she’s sharing her top 10 beauty secrets….cultivated from the inside out. Get full show notes and more informa...
096: How To Create What You Want
January 26, 2018 20:01 - 28 minutes - 23.5 MBWhat if you could create what you want NOW? The good news is you can! In this episode, Tonya shares how the old way of chasing success only made her more miserable. When she started to apply an ancient teaching to create her life, everything began to change … with ease. If you are a woman who has dreams and wants to discover a new approach to cultivating success, from the inside out, this episode is for you. Did you enjoy this episode? Then you’ll LOVE Tonya’s upcoming free French Kiss Life ...
SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT: Live Soirée - How To Master Your Emotions. Au Revoir Struggle.
January 26, 2018 17:19 - 3 minutes - 3.68 MBSPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT - Live Soirée | How to Master Your Emotions. Au revoir struggle. Bonjour success. Register here to claim your complimentary ticket: http://frenchkisslife.com/sweetspot Tonya is hosting a Live Soirée where she will unveil a simple process to master your emotions so that you can stop sabotaging your success.
095: Elegance: Beyond Pearls & Lipstick
January 21, 2018 00:00 - 14 minutes - 12.1 MBElegance is at the core of living a French Kissed Life. However, if it’s a word that you’ve been turned off by (or you think it’s unobtainable in this lifetime), this episode will challenge you to reconsider that it’s not only available to every woman, it’s necessary to living a well-lived life. At its core, elegance is all about simplicity and effectiveness, from the thoughts you think to the actions you take. Tune in and be inspired to live more elegantly. Get full show notes and more i...
094: Keep Chiseling: Why subtracting more than adding is the Key to a Beautiful Life
December 28, 2017 17:24 - 15 minutes - 25.6 MBThe end of a year and the beginning of a new year is a natural time for self-reflection. In this episode, Tonya reveals her 2018 Word of the Year, and shares ideas to help you find yours. French Kissing Life is all about living in the possibilities and seeing the world as your playground. In order to do that, you must chisel away all that keeps y0u shackled. Get full show notes and more information here: https://frenchkisslife.com/94
093: An Alternative to New Year’s Resolutions
December 27, 2017 08:18 - 9 minutes - 15.4 MBAnother New Year is around the corner. And, you know what that means? Time for resolutions... or not! Let me give you some startling statistics. 42% of us make New Year’s resolutions. 9% actually keep them. Think about that: Out of almost half our humankind, only 9 out of 100 people actually follow through on their goals. Pretty startling, right? All I can think about is how many people end the year feeling super disappointed and like they’ve wasted another year. The worst part of this whole...
Listener Appreciation Gift: "Mindset Makeovers to Ignite Your Sparkle”
December 14, 2017 07:31 - 3 minutes - 3.42 MBInstead of dragging across the finish line of 2017 with yet another holiday of exhausting hustle, absolute regret, and being completely drained..... Let’s make sure that you Sparkle Bright this Holiday Season. These Mind Makeover audios are yours to keep.... forever! It's Tonya's no strings attached Holiday Gift to You! Pick up your gift at http://frenchkisslife.com/sparkle
092: Life Lessons From Our Little Cabin In The Woods
December 09, 2017 00:00 - 13 minutes - 18.8 MBTonya moved in with her man in his “little cabin in the woods.” She recalls the day she started packing up my things to move in. It didn’t feel so heavenly in her head. In fact, her mind went a wee bit insane. Tune in to find out how to she overcame her fear, and how you can French Kiss Life anywhere. In a little cabin in the woods. Or in a penthouse on Madison Avenue. Get full show notes and more information here: https://frenchkisslife.com/92
091: The Only Thing You Need To Know About The Past
November 29, 2017 01:57 - 6 minutes - 7.62 MBPeople love to talk about the past. The downside is that it holds you back. You cannot create a new future while also hanging out in the past. In this podcast, Tonya shares her attitude when it comes to the past and the only thing you need to know about it. Get ready to be inspired to let go of “past thinking” so that you can create a future full of joy and abundance. Get full show notes and more information here: https://frenchkisslife.com/91
090: How to French Kiss Your Thanksgiving
November 21, 2017 01:48 - 14 minutes - 27.6 MBThere is something magical about our American tradition of gathering for a day to give gratitude with the air starting to chill and the scents applex of spices in the air. Unfortunately, far too many women approach the holidays the way they go about their lives – hurried, pressured and overwhelmed. I know, because I used to be one of them. I want to make sure that this year, your Thanksgiving holiday is filled with elegance, style and joie de vivre. So I have put together a list of 22 ideas ...
Special Announcement: Hedonism Soiree
September 25, 2017 03:26 - 4 minutes - 4.13 MBYou're invited! Chocolate, Chanel, & Champagne: How Indulging in Parisian Hedonism Creates Lasting Personal Success
089: I Studied How French Women Eat, And This Is What I Learned
September 18, 2017 01:24 - 17 minutes - 16.3 MBEver wonder why French women can eat rich food, drink wine every day, and still stay slim and elegant? It’s a paradox that perplexes most Americans. But the answer isn’t about how many calories or what types of food they consume, how much they walk or whether they smoke cigarettes! Listen to Tonya sharing the story of her revelation about why French women can stay so slim and elegant while eating croissants and drinking wine, how it completely changed her life, and how it can change yours! E...
088: 10 Life Lessons From A Southern Belle Pageant Queen
August 13, 2017 09:48 - 27 minutes - 25.5 MBThere are lessons in everything. In this podcast, Tonya shares the tough lessons she learned from a very interesting time in her life: as a Pageant Queen. She also discusses the discomfort we feel when we go after our dreams, the fears that pop up along the way, the jealousy that we feel or that may be directed towards you and so much more. These life lessons are what she applies every single day to live fully and on purpose. Get full show notes and more information here: https://frenchki...
087: A Chic Awakening: For those who Work from Home
August 02, 2017 16:46 - 10 minutes - 8.53 MBConfession time (especially from you that work from home): do you ever spend all day in your pajamas or sweatpants because no one sees you? We’ve all done it. It’s easy to become lazy and create a habit of dressing like a homeless woman when you’ve got so many other things to do. But, what if dressing with intention would positively impact your life? Your clothes speak your story. What story do you want to tell, most importantly when no one’s watching? Listen to Tonya sharing her chic awaken...
086: The Lost Art of The Dinner Party
July 19, 2017 05:05 - 17 minutes - 21.5 MBIn a world that is going harder and faster, a proper dinner party seems to have become a thing of the past. In this podcast, Tonya shares the stories of inspiring dinner parties in Paris and South of France that left a huge impression on her and why she’s made a commitment to bring back dinner parties to her modern life. She debunks many of the excuses that people have as to why they don’t make time to host and entertain and why you may want to reconsider not making room for such a fun and e...
Special Announcement: The French Kiss Life World Tour
July 10, 2017 16:15 - 4 minutes - 5.79 MBWhile I am deeply grateful for what technology allows us to do, it’s not how a true bon vivant thrives. (FYI: a Bon Vivant = one who knows how to live well.) In the French Kiss Life community, we adore face to face interaction fueled by luxurious surroundings. We want our creative flutes to be filled to the rim with possibility, beauty and love. We deeply desire to transcend the ordinary and tap into something greater. For these very reasons, I am SO excited to present. The French Kiss Life ...
085: The Power of Walking Away
July 04, 2017 05:05 - 7 minutes - 13.4 MBAre you afraid of not being liked? Do you try to win people's affection? In this podcast, I share the shift I made that released me from the need to be liked and the reason why this is the best way to operate in the world. What if you just walked away from people who you have to work hard to convince? Get full show notes and more information here: https://frenchkisslife.com/85
FREE VIDEO TRAINING: The 3 Truths of Elegant Women
May 26, 2017 05:33 - 3 minutes - 6.3 MBIf you’re struggling or feel like you can’t create results in your life, learning to cultivate elegance is key, because elegance is a mindset. Learn 3 truths that Tonya learned from women who came into her life at the right time to teach her core principles that changed her life. Go to frenchkisslife.com/elegant to gain instant access.
084: How one outfit can change your life (or How to Shake Things Up)
May 24, 2017 01:36 - 13 minutes - 24.7 MBDo you ever feel like your clothes don’t match the woman you’ve become? Does it feel difficult to wear things that you’re not accustomed to seeing yourself wearing? It’s so easy to get in a style rut (or any life rut for that matter) and just continue to do and wear the same things day after day. If you want to get out of any life rut, you must be willing to shake things up and be uncomfortable. In this podcast, Tonya tells the story of how one outfit began to change how she saw herself as a...
083: The Parisian Lessons to Creating Anything You Want
May 19, 2017 14:21 - 21 minutes - 40.5 MBYou can start creating an elegant mindset right now regardless of the balance in your bank account, the number on a scale or your relationship status. Get full show notes and more information here: https://frenchkisslife.com/83
082: How to Work with Ambition and Ease (8 Lessons Learned from the French)
March 21, 2017 20:25 - 29 minutes - 55.7 MBHow do I combine ambition with ease? This is a question I’ve been asking for almost a decade, experimenting with creating a mindset, along with inspired actions to create a life that is truly fulfilling. I don’t think we were born to just work, pay bills and die. Yet, far too many people go through life, doing the same things day after day and wondering, “Where did my life go?” In this podcast, I turn to the French for inspiration on practical tips for living a passionate, driven life while ...
081: 8 Ways Traveling Solo Has Made Me a Better Woman
February 22, 2017 01:41 - 18 minutes - 34.9 MBTravel is one of the greatest gifts we can give ourselves. To travel alone is an even greater gift. In this podcast, Tonya shares the 8 exuberant and heart wrenching ways that traveling solo made her a better woman. If you are a woman seeking to evolve, you may find yourself booking that ticket after listening to Tonya's story of how solo travel changed her life for the better. Don't forget to grab her free travel audio guide at frenchkisslife.com/solotravel Get full show notes and more i...
BONUS EPISODE - The 3 Truths of Elegant Women
January 16, 2017 21:59 - 1 minute - 3.18 MBJoin my free video program: The 3 Truths of Elegant Women. Elegance isn't about how much money you have in the bank or the clothes you wear. It's a state of mind. Learn 3 mindset shifts you can practice to go from struggling to creating your life. JOIN HERE: www.frenchkisslife.com/elegant
080: Fat. Skinny. I was still miserable. Weight isn’t the key to happiness.
January 12, 2017 20:57 - 15 minutes - 29.3 MBDo you obsess over your weight? Do you pinch, obsess over and curse your fat? That was me years ago. When I looked in the mirror, there I stood 75 pounds more than my ideal weight. That’s when I went on a mission to get rid of my fat. For the next decade, I dieted, exercised and went to even more extreme measures to lose weight. Yet, the harder I tried, the harder it became. Finally, I tried something different, something that radically changed not only me weight, but my life. I listened to ...
079: Why Wait for Santa When You Have Your Own Army of Elves?
December 14, 2016 01:00 - 16 minutes - 31 MBAll too often, women give all of their time, energy and resources to others and leave nothing for themselves. Then, we wait for someone else to rescue us or give us the things we deeply want. When others don’t read our minds, we can become resentful and bitter. In this podcast, Tonya tells the story of the Christmas gift that inspired her to stop waiting for others to give her the life she wanted. Plus, grab The French Kiss Life Holiday Guide, all hand curated picks by Tonya herself. Enjoy! ...
Special Announcement: The French Kiss Life Holiday Bundle
November 28, 2016 16:23 - 1 minute - 3.12 MBSanta's been listening. And, he's bringing you more love, joy & style.
078: 20 Things That Aren't Worth My Time
November 14, 2016 21:43 - 22 minutes - 43.8 MBCan we “create more time”? Of course not. We all have the same 24 hours a day. But a few years back, after completing a (disturbing) in-depth analysis of how I was spending my time, I made a startling discovery and came up with a simple workaround. In this podcast, I will share the things that I have discovered are not worth my time, plus offer you a tool to help you discover where you may be wasting time and what to do about it. Get full show notes and more information here: https://fren...
077: 10 Reasons Why I'll Never Be French (and Why That's a Good Thing)
October 24, 2016 21:51 - 21 minutes - 39.6 MBSweet music wafting over the Seine, a balmy Parisian night, and a glass of Bordeaux. Why, merci, don’t mind if I do. Everyone should make a trip to the City of Light and Love, but not to see the sights (although they are gorgeous). “Doing Paris” is about more than finding a great cheese place – it’s about finding yourself. I went in with some serious preconceived notions about who I was and how much better I would be if I could be more continental (the oh-la-la kind of continental). In that ...
076: Passion, Politics & Personal Development (oh my!)
September 11, 2016 19:21 - 18 minutes - 36.2 MBAre you exhausted from this political season and all of the hate, fear and personal attacks? Do you have family members or friends who see things very differently? Are you personally angry and scared about what’s happening in the world? If so, Tonya has finally given in to her commitment to NOT talk about this political season after being asked by so many people, “How are you handling these emotional times with a positive attitude?” In this podcast, Tonya shares the 8-steps she’s taking to r...
075: French Feminine Secret - Tend to the Details
September 01, 2016 15:33 - 11 minutes - 21.7 MBLife can get hectic. There are deadlines to meet. Children to raise. A job to show up for. Business to run. Bills to pay. We live in a society that drives ambition and success over time and quality, which can make a woman afraid to stop for five seconds to appreciate a sunset, much less an entire day at the beach. Our feminine hearts crave everyday beauty, yet we don’t take the time or create the space to tend to this need. The result is stress, boredom, frustration and all sorts of other ne...
074: French Feminine Secret: Stop Chasing Happiness
August 25, 2016 03:58 - 14 minutes - 26.3 MBDo you constantly pressure yourself to be happy? Do you avoid uncomfortable emotions? Are you feeling like you'll never "be there?" If so, it's time to get some French inspiration and discover why chasing happiness is the worst advice ever, and what to do instead. Get full show notes and more information here: https://frenchkisslife.com/74
073: Become a Lady of Leisure
August 16, 2016 22:49 - 9 minutes - 18.7 MBDo you constantly feel overwhelmed? Is time something you never seem to have enough of? Are you not taking care of yourself? In this episode, Tonya shares how the French culture inspired her to start taking time for leisure. And, when you do, the world doesn’t fall apart. If anything, it becomes more rich and full. Ready to take the challenge? Get full show notes and more information here: https://frenchkisslife.com/73
072: Vision Boards are a Waste of Time. Try this Instead.
August 09, 2016 03:20 - 15 minutes - 30.4 MBHave you created a vision board, only to find that your vision is still just a dream? While it’s fun to cut and paste your dreams onto a sheet of paper, vision boards are a waste of time if you don’t do show up for your vision. While Tonya does firmly believe in the law of attraction, she equally believes in the law of action. Listen to this episode to hear Tonya’s story of her first and last vision board. You’ll gain inspiration about how to take your vision and make it a reality. Get fu...
071: 10 Ways to Experience Paris Like a Local
August 04, 2016 05:11 - 26 minutes - 50.5 MBIf you don't like standing in long lines with a big group of other tourists, discover ways to experience Paris like a local. Get full show notes and more information here: https://frenchkisslife.com/71
070: Why Does Self Love Matter?
July 07, 2016 19:23 - 10 minutes - 21 MBThere’s so much written and taught about the concept of self-love. But, have you stopped to consider why it’s so important? In this powerful podcast, Tonya explains why cultivating self-love is the most determining factor in a person’s success. She shares not only the internal aspect of cultivating self-love, but also gives you samples of way you can treat yourself as your own lover. And, when you do, life becomes so much more fun! Get full show notes and more information here: https://fr...
069: What to Do When Your Jeans Don't Fit (and LIfe Feels Out of Whack)
June 30, 2016 18:10 - 12 minutes - 23.8 MBHave you ever tried to put on your favorite jeans and find that they no longer fit? If so, do you, like many women spiral into doom and gloom? Tonya shares her story of tight jeans and how she was able to find her “sweet spot” that allowed her to slide back into them with ease without dieting or drama. In this podcast, you’ll learn what the “sweet spot” is and why it’s so important for a woman to be able to clearly know how to get back into hers when things don’t go right. As Tonya says, “Th...
068: The Perfect Bikini Season (googling "bikini workouts" not required)
June 24, 2016 11:57 - 12 minutes - 23.4 MBThe word bikini can bring up feelings of anxiety, dread and hopelessness. Each year, women around the world try and fix their bodies so that they can feel worthy of enjoying their summer. In this podcast, Tonya shares how a summer in St. Tropez inspired her to create the perfect bikini season. Get full show notes and more information here: https://frenchkisslife.com/68
067: The 2 "F" Words that Every Woman Should Embrace
June 16, 2016 20:50 - 4 minutes - 9.46 MBIn this podcast, Tonya describes what she is fiercely committed to. There are two “F” Words, she believes, which embody what the French Kiss Life-style is all about. In a world that tells women to go harder and faster, Tonya relies on these two words to entice us to slow down, touch pause and inject our everyday lives with a little more...listen to find out. Get full show notes and more information here: https://frenchkisslife.com/67
066: Why You Should Stop Searching For Your Passion
May 26, 2016 17:52 - 8 minutes - 15.9 MBIs your life lacking passion? Are you constantly looking for your passion? In this podcast, Tonya reveals how a dinner party in the South of France changed the way she thought about passion. She reveals why searching for your passion is not the answer, and what to do instead. Get full show notes and more information here: https://frenchkisslife.com/66
065: 6 Reasons Why Elegant Women Rarely Feel Out of Control
May 20, 2016 14:59 - 16 minutes - 31.1 MBDo you have those days when life feels out of control? You’re not alone. In a world that pushes us to go harder and faster, women are so overwhelmed and frustrated with their own lives. However, Tonya has discovered the secret to taking that control back. The answer is simple: elegance. In this podcast, Tonya will dive into 6 reasons why elegant women rarely feel out of control. Get full show notes and more information here: https://frenchkisslife.com/65
064: 27 Ways to Cultivate a Paris State of Mind
March 25, 2016 19:59 - 28 minutes - 54.9 MBDo you secretly wish that you could live more like a Parisian — with style, elegance and joie de vivre? Are you ready to let go of the constant overwhelm, chaos and living life like a race? If you, you will enjoy this podcast where Tonya shares 25 ways to infuse an ordinary day with more of the exquisite. It doesn’t matter if you live in a highrise in Brooklyn or a farmhouse in Nebraska, you can cultivate a Paris state of mind. Access the show notes and other information about the French Kis...
063: Liberate Yourself, Starting With Your Closet
March 04, 2016 01:55 - 7 minutes - 14.1 MBIn this podcast, Tonya tells the story of how she liberated herself by cleaning out her closet. A woman’s closet says a lot about who she is and who she’s becoming. If you think cleaning your closet is just about organizing, this podcast will demonstrate how this home project is about so much more. With 2 specific questions and the courage to face her fears, a woman can begin to liberate herself with one dress, pair of shoes and accessory at a time. Get full show notes and more informatio...
062: 12 Things Elegant Women Don't Do
February 15, 2016 20:40 - 15 minutes - 29.7 MBIn a world of vulgar, excess and rudeness, Tonya exposes the belief that elegance could be in the answer to a more beautiful life. However, she debunks that elegance is about wearing pearls and fancy clothes. It’s much deeper. In this podcast, she’ll share the 12 things elegant women don’t do so that you can create more joy, beauty and meaning in your life. Get full show notes and more information here: https://frenchkisslife.com/62