The 3 P’s of Possible: The Power of Pausing - EP 119 (Part 2)
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The 3 P’s of Possible: The Power of Pausing- EP 119 (Part 2) What if the clarity you’re searching for is already within you—quietly waiting for you to slow down long enough to hear it? In this week’s solo episode, Christy Pennison continues her November introspective series by exploring the second “P” of Possible: Pondering and Knowing. Building on last week’s reflection about the power of slowing down, Christy dives deep into the quiet, inner guidance that often shows up when life feels uncertain. She invites listeners into a gentle but powerful exploration of: What “inner...
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Three P’s of Possible - Ep. 118 (Part 1)
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You know life moves fast—but when was the last time you truly paused to reflect? In this inspiring solo episode, Christy Pennison shares her journey of intentional slowing down and introduces the first of her Three P’s of Possible — Pondering. Christy dives into the power of creating space for reflection, clarity, and inner listening, even in the middle of life’s busyness. Through personal stories and actionable tips, she walks listeners through a transformative leadership retreat experience where silence and stillness sparked profound insight. One question in particular changed the...
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Living on Autopilot? Here’s How to Take the Wheel Again with Laura Elorza Isaza - EP 117
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What if the reason you feel stuck isn’t because you’re doing something wrong— but because you’ve been living life on autopilot for too long? In this episode of Inspiring Possible, Christy Pennison is joined by clinical psychologist Laura Elorza Isaza for an honest and empowering conversation about what happens when we stop living with intention—and how to reclaim awareness, presence, and joy in everyday life. Together, Christy and Laura explore: How autopilot habits—like overworking, mindless scrolling, or numbing out—often serve as coping mechanisms Why true change starts...
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Overcoming the Odds: Episode 116
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Overcoming the Odds: Episode 116 Can adversity become the very thing that propels you toward your greatest success? In this week’s episode, Christy Pennison welcomes Shirin Behzadi, author of The Unexpected CEO, to share her incredible journey from escaping revolution to becoming the CEO of a multimillion-dollar company. Together, they explore: Shirin’s early life in Iran and the upheaval brought by the Iranian Revolution Leaving her home country at just 17 and surviving alone in Istanbul Starting over in the United States—working behind bulletproof glass while holding on to her...
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Overcoming the Crash Through Healing, Purpose and Possibility
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Overcoming the Crash: Healing, Purpose & Possibility Could a devastating accident become the catalyst for a life filled with resilience, reinvention, and purpose? In this week’s episode, Christy Pennison welcomes Sheryl Ramstead, survivor, advocate, and author of Living Life Full Throttle, for an inspiring conversation about overcoming tragedy, finding meaning, and embracing new beginnings. Together, they explore: Sheryl’s life-changing solo flight crash at age 29 and the long, difficult recovery that followed The physical, emotional, and psychological challenges of...
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What Happens After Heartbreak? A Conversation with Jenny Brandemuehl
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Could life after heartbreak really hold hope—and even new beginnings? In this week’s episode, Christy Pennison sits down with Jenny Brandemuehl, author of Forever Fly Free: One Woman’s Story of Resilience and the Power of Hope and Love, for a deeply moving conversation about grief, healing, and rediscovering joy. Together, they explore: The unimaginable journey of loss after a tragic plane accident and the challenge of becoming a caregiver overnight How community—both in person and online—became a lifeline through the darkest days The complex process of grieving during the...
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Healing Starts Small: The Surprising Power of Surrender
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Could the healing and inner peace you're searching for begin with one small shift? In this thoughtful and inspiring episode, host Christy Pennison is joined by healing practitioner Isabelle Daikeler, who shares her powerful personal journey toward alignment, self-discovery, and spiritual growth. From growing up in a family of film and TV writers to forging her own path in personal training and eventually energy healing, Isabelle’s story is a testament to the quiet power of listening within. Throughout the conversation, Isabelle reflects on the “micro shifts” that led her toward true...
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Facing Rejection, Finding Purpose: Emmy Winner Karina Feld on Creative Grit
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What if rejection wasn’t the end—but a redirection toward something even better? In this inspiring episode of the Inspiring Possible podcast, host Christy Pennison sits down with Emmy Award-winning actress and producer Karina Feld to talk about the highs, lows, and lessons from over 20 years in the entertainment industry. From her early love for acting and comedy to launching her own podcast, Karina shares what it really takes to pursue a creative career with courage, clarity, and heart. Together, Christy and Karina explore: 🎭 How to handle rejection without taking it personally—and...
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Participation Over Perfection: One Step at a Time
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Participation Over Perfection: Leanna Scaglione’s Journey of Resilience, Running, and Redefining What’s Possible What do you do when life doesn’t go as planned—and your dreams are rewritten by a diagnosis? In this inspiring episode, Christy sits down with Leanna Scaglione, marathon runner, rare disease advocate, and unstoppable force, as she shares her powerful journey living with NF2-related schwannomatosis, a rare genetic disorder that causes tumors along the nervous system. Diagnosed at 16 while training to become a professional ballerina, Leanna’s life took an unexpected...
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Unleash Your Potential: A Wake-Up Call to Reclaim Your Life
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In this energizing and transformative episode, Christy sits down with Anthony Cudjo—human optimization coach, speaker, and founder of URH3O—to dive into the beliefs, habits, and mindset shifts that can completely change your life. Together, they explore how real transformation doesn’t start with action—it starts with belief. And if you’re stuck, overwhelmed, or chasing change that never sticks, this conversation will help you get back to the root. Join Christy and Anthony as they discuss: Why most of our struggles come from our core beliefs—not our circumstances How to stop...
info_outlineParticipation Over Perfection: Leanna Scaglione’s Journey of Resilience, Running, and Redefining What’s Possible
What do you do when life doesn’t go as planned—and your dreams are rewritten by a diagnosis?
In this inspiring episode, Christy sits down with Leanna Scaglione, marathon runner, rare disease advocate, and unstoppable force, as she shares her powerful journey living with NF2-related schwannomatosis, a rare genetic disorder that causes tumors along the nervous system.
Diagnosed at 16 while training to become a professional ballerina, Leanna’s life took an unexpected turn—marked by nerve damage, multiple spinal surgeries, and a season spent in a wheelchair. But that was just the beginning of her story.
Join Christy and Leanna as they explore:
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How Leanna found her strength through running—despite being told it might never be possible
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The mental and emotional journey of navigating grief, uncertainty, and physical pain
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How the pandemic led to a turning point—and the first steps (literally) of a marathon journey
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What connecting with the Children’s Tumor Foundation meant for her purpose and community
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Her audacious goal to become the first person with NF2 to complete all six World Major Marathons
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Why perfection isn’t the goal—and how showing up, at your own pace, is the real victory
Whether you're facing a personal setback, living with a diagnosis, or just in need of a reminder that resilience is built one step at a time, this episode will leave you moved, motivated, and inspired to keep going.
For more on Leanna’s journey, follow her on Instagram @leanna_runningNF2.
To learn more about NF2 and how to support rare disease research, visit ctf.org — the Children’s Tumor Foundation.
🎧 For more information about this episode, visit christypennison.com.