I always enjoy my guests...Having Britney on was extra fun :-) Do you know how to have fun? Do you know how to take that fun and run a business with it? Britney does, and she is a pro!!!  Britney is, Creator, Mentor, Business Owner, Mom, Wife, Performer, and overall Cool Individual :-) You can find her here: Instagram TikTok The Social Sunshine Podcast Fun Love Media Small Biz Social Society When we align with our passion and joy, we find fulfillment in our minds: body and souls. You...

I always love chatting with Lesley! She makes me think, she makes me laugh, and now she makes me get rid of my fabric :-) In this episode, you will hear about her new Book, her Podcast pivot, and more. Here are your Calls to Action: Check out all things  Lesley HERE, as well as her Affirmations page. Take time to eat well, hydrate, and move your body! Be kind to yourself!BONUS!!!!!!!! Share your Review of today's episode or any other episode and be entered to win a copy of  Lesley's Book....

Dictionary.com  and Merriam-Webster Define Paradigm this way: A framework containing the basic assumptions, ways of thinking, and methodology that are commonly accepted by members of a scientific community. such a cognitive framework shared by members of any discipline or group: The company's business paradigm needs updating for a new generation.Informal. a general mental model or framework for anything: an example serving as a model for others to imitate; pattern: EXAMPLE,...

This conversation with Angela Thomas Jones illuminates the struggles many of us experience in our professional and personal lives. She is a compassionate wealth of information. Angela wears many hats as a Clinician, a supervisor of soon-to-be clinicians, an Advocate for her profession,  Winner of the Literary Titan Gold Book Award, and an Encourager to all to be aware of our self-care needs. She is unapologetic in her Bulldog tenacity in being a voice or reason in bringing support to...

ENCORE EPISODE Note: Sensitive content related to estrangement between adult children and their parents. Today is the 1 Year anniversary of the Estranged Heart Podcast!  I wanted to celebrate and REPLAY this conversation with Host Kreed Revere. Join my conversation with Kreed Revere, host of The Estranged Heart podcast. We recorded this conversation on her birthday. What a gift to you, the listener! Kreed shares insights and support related to parent/adult child estrangement.  This episode...

No matter what your life looks like, love exists in you and all around you! You need to know where to look! This conversation with "That Nurse Missy" contains so much hope and love...I was deeply moved, and I believe you will be too. You will hear me sniffling...having real feelings as I sat in the powerful spirit of Missy. As a Certified Soul Coach and Reiki Practitioner, Missy empowers others better to understand themselves and the power of the universe. She is an Intuitive Energetic...

The smile on my face will not stop!!!! Welcome to a conversation with creators Kyle and Marylou Bryant. They have wowed the TikTok world and beyond with the  BlockBusterBella Show. I know you will enjoy this episode as we discuss their endeavor to bring fun, kindness, and peace into our, at times, heavy lives. There is a ripple effect when we offer the world moments of joy. So tell your friends to watch it! Thank you, Kyle and Marylou, for developing these characters for our viewing...

DISCLAIMER: THIS IS NOT A SAD EPISODE! On the contrary, it is filled with joy, laughter, and HOPE! Welcome to this conversation with Karen Sebastian-Wirth, curator of the "Hope is Powerful" Podcast. As an Ambassador of HOPE, Karen shares some of her experiences with grief and loss. Karen is fueled by Hope and she offers that possibility to others. Enjoy this convesation as we journey through the waves and truths of grief filtered through Hope! Go follow Karen on her Instagram and be...

This conversation is about the health benefits of walking and so much more! and you are welcome for the bit of a blooper partway through...technology is fun :-)   As soon as you are done listening to this, I compassionately challenge you to put down your device and get outside! Go For A Walk!!!! Jennifer graciously shares many of the poignant life experiences that have, in turn, brought her to where she is today.    "Risk is what you take to encounter possibilities." ~Jennifer Walsh We...

Dictionary.com  and Merriam-Webster Define Paradigm this way: a framework containing the basic assumptions, ways of thinking, and methodology that are commonly accepted by members of a scientific community. such a cognitive framework shared by members of any discipline or group: The company’s business paradigm needs updating for a new generation.Informal. a general mental model or framework for anything: an example serving as a model for others to imitate; pattern: EXAMPLE,...

What an honor to chat with Dababyboomers. This conversation is a glimpse into their vibrant, genuine, and kind souls. I had a massive smile on my face for days after speaking with Cheryl and Beth. These lovely ladies gave me the honor of sharing with you, the listener, some poignant personal and professional stories. Stories that I genuinely hope they put into a book! Everyone should know Beth and Cheryl! They are the friends we all hope to have, and if you are lucky to have a friendship that...

Do you find it challenging to step out of your comfort zone? I do! I have challenged myself to step out in a big way this year. I just attended an event full of fellow podcasters, and I was wowed at the level of thoughtful interactions! We are at the tail end of summer. The months left for the year are yours to embrace and create something new. I would love to hear from you if you have ideas for future episodes or any other feedback. You can find me on Instagram. Take Care!

Welcome to a replay of one of my first episodes! I am dropping this again today in honor of Stephen's performance tonight in Exeter, NH. I have been waiting all summer for him to play close to home, and tonight is the night!! As a complete newbie to the podcast world, I am learning the ropes of recording...and how ironic the day I get to have a conversation with a masterful recording artist...I don't have my mic plugged in! Yikes! So ignore the echo of my voice and enjoy the well-recorded...

What are you doing today that brings joy and vitality to your life as well as the lives of others? I always enjoy speaking with Annemarie. She reminds me to pay attention to the little things and enjoy every moment of life!  We are pulled in so many directions each day that sometimes it feels impossible to take the time to reflect, reset and organize our intentions.   Take Aways: Look at our past as data, notice patterns that were helpful as well as those not helpful, and make a...

Do you make decisions all day long and feel overwhelmed at times? Are you easily irritated when someone asks you to decide one more thing? The Prefrontal Cortex, the area of the brain in charge of decision-making, can get tired! Knowing how to prep and automate decisions can alleviate the distress we feel with decision fatigue. Routine is one the best ways to counter this fatigue because everything is automated. You don't even need to think about it! Here are some tips: Try to go to...

“Everything can be taken from a man (person) but one thing: the last of the human freedoms—to choose one’s attitude in any given set of circumstances, to choose one’s own way.” ― Viktor E. Frankl "Our attitude is a direct reflection of our thoughts." hsm  Years ago I learned how to change my attitude thus changing my narrative, resulting in my life's transformation. It isn't just about re-writing our story...it is also about WRITING OUR STORY IN THE NOW.  Deciding what fits,  what does...

What an abundant conversation with the multifarious Marco Hurtado, aka the Bearded Boomer. An open, determined, talented, honest, fun human who stirs others to find delight and meaning in their lives!    Dancer Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu  “Dancing with Myself” NBC Season 1  Master Roshi cosplay It was an honor to hear about what brings Marco joy and to get to know him better. Do you have someone in your life that encourages you to step out of your comfort zone and try something new? Do you do...

Hello to you if you are a first-time listener, and welcome back if you have been here before. Welcome to the newly renamed CREATING YOU podcast! Have you ever made a decision, changed your mind, then got excited about yet another possibility? Welcome to my brain, lol.  This podcast is going to teach you a new way of being. I want you to conquer fear, anxiety, and negative self-talk and get out of your own way. Start living your life!!!!  I want you to create a life full of people, places,...

The 7 Rules of Life The Cardinal Rules of Life have been reinterpreted several times over the years. Rules are not the same as Principles.  Rules guide us, yet the foundation of daily living is by Principle. Sometimes we hear something so often that it becomes white noise. Recently, I was challenged by The 7 Rules of Life differently. I am amid a significant shift, and I wanted to find a way to stay focused. I came across The 7 Rules and decided to use them as my compass, as they echo and...

This in-depth conversation with Olivia Heine will have you thinking about your thinking! It was so fun talking with Olivia. She is such a life-giving free spirit! Her Courses and Coaching services through "Decluttered Intentions" bring you from burnout to balance! A direct quote from Olivia's website states, "HOW you work determines the quality of your life, the results you create, the relationships you nurture... and you can "have it all." Can you imagine a balanced, successful, fun...

What a treat to sit down with Lisa Bonanno! As a highly sought-after Blogger/Designer/Airbnb Stylist, Lisa has always curated spaces that welcome others! We have such a fun conversation about all sorts of things, including life after age 50!  I know Lisa as a mom, a mentor,  a spiritual leader, and a friend. She has a genuine ability to see a space and make it beautiful. She uses this same foresight to genuinely encourage others into their best beautiful selves.  The latest series on my...

This episode first debuted on Annemarie's podcast. I am sharing it here so that as many people as possible can hear it. Our world is filled with sadness,  cruelty,  and hopelessness. But, it is also filled with happiness, kindness, and hope. Where we put our focus matters. What we spend time thinking about will impact our actions. If we look for happiness, we can find it. If we look for kindness, we can find it. If we look for hope, we can find it. Enjoy this conversation, and perhaps try...

NOTE: The comments and recommendations in this episode are very helpful.  However, they are not a replacement for professional interventions. Please reach out to a medical or behavioral health professional if you struggle with anxiety and depression. You matter, and asking for help is BRAVE! Mental Health Awareness is vital to the quality of our life and the lives of others. We live in stressful times. How do you manage? Do you consume media that cause distress?  Do you isolate? Do you...

Mother's Day can be fraught with so many feels, whether you are a mom, want to be a mom, have a mom, or lost your mom. As a daughter who has lost her mom, and as a mom myself, this day can be a lot. I celebrate the joy and pride I have in being a mom, and I grieve the loss of my mom. What is today like for you? Do you have someone you could give love to today?  I challenge you to take time for yourself today no matter what sorts of feels show up.  Also, take time to honor another woman...

Note: This episode includes sensitive dialogue about a mother's grief in losing her child to suicide. If you or someone you love suffers from mental illness, links at the bottom of the show notes offer support. Carrie Thompson is a compassionate, curious, open soul. Furthermore, she is an educator, an advocate, an author, and an intentional hiker of mountains.  In this conversation, you will also meet Carrie, the mother living with the loss of her child. The truth that her son Ben is gone...