Ep. 33 | Designing a Magical Life, One Move at a Time with Leon Simmonds
Ace of Pentacles
In this episode, we explore what it means to approach life and career with a sense of play, creativity, and intention. Joined by a magician and board game designer, we dive into the idea of life as a game - one that can be redesigned to create more joy, meaning, and “magical moments” in everyday experiences. We talk about how creativity naturally ebbs and flows, practical ways to reconnect with creativity when it feels out of reach, and how small shifts in perspective can transform the way you work, live, and create. This conversation is an invitation to stop simply going through...
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Lemons
Ace of Pentacles
In this episode, I share the story of an unexpected career move I made—hesitantly—during a challenging season of life. What I thought was a temporary thing ended up being the most beneficial move of my career. In this short bonus episode, I share the mindset and perspective that got me through it and propelled my career for the next decade to places I could not have ever imagined. If there’s one thing I hope to inspire people to do more of, it’s this: Lean into the uncomfortable, surprising, even disorienting life moments. Know that everything that is happening to you...
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Ep. 32 | The Spirit Dance & The Survival Dance with Dave Doetsch
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Dave Doetsch is a partner with the Wizard of Ads; also C.O.O. of Mid-West Family of Companies. One of my podcast invitations landed in Dave’s hands via Jeff Nixa - a Shamanic Practitioner we met on episode 7. In this episode, Dave talks about a frame through which he’s learned to see life and work - the survival dance and the spirit dance. We talk about what each of these are, what it means to trade one for the other, and how Dave has found a way to balance both. He gives us practical tools and strategies to deepen our connection to the spirit dance and find the right balance to support...
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Life Design & the Power of Imagination
Ace of Pentacles
In this episode, I share a practice that gives you a sense of some of the work I do with clients that weaves together energetic practices with practical tools we use to design our lives. I ask you to hold this question as you listen to this short bonus episode: What if there’s a version of you designing your life looking back? Through this activity, we play in our imaginations using our creativity to rethink not only possibilities for the future but the path that led us to this very moment. I hope you enjoy it! ❤️ Sara
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Ep. 31 | From Fear to Creative Freedom with Devon Montgomery Pasha
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Devon M. Pasha, CMP, CED, is an Experience Engineer, event emcee, storyteller, and adjunct professor whose work sits at the intersection of creativity, confidence, and connection. After a transformative experience at the College of Extraordinary Experiences in Poland, Devon stepped into her calling — helping people feel seen, energized, and inspired through the power of story and intentional experience design. A Certified Event Designer and recognized Eventex Top 100 Influential Leader, Devon has become known as the “Lady in Red,” bringing presence, warmth, and strategic insight to...
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Feedback at Work Pt. 2: Preparing for the Feedback Conversation
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Here's a simple framework for how to handle feedback at work. If you need more support: book time with me at
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Ep. 30 | Building a Life Across Creative Disciplines with Bryan Dahl
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From producing award-winning short films and fashion editorials to concert series and marketing campaigns, Bryan has been blessed to work with artists of every talent. As an opera singer, photographer and writer he understands where talent and creativity meet practicality and purpose. His work has featured performances at Carnegie Hall, the American Cathedral in Paris, and Chicago’s Athenaeum Theatre. He currently shoots for Discover Magazines and writes for the Epoch Times. You can learn more about Bryan and his work by following him on IG @dahl.memoirs
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Ep. 30 | Building a Life Across Creative Disciplines with Bryan Dahl
Ace of Pentacles
From producing award-winning short films and fashion editorials to concert series and marketing campaigns, Bryan has been blessed to work with artists of every talent. As an opera singer, photographer and writer he understands where talent and creativity meet practicality and purpose. His work has featured performances at Carnegie Hall, the American Cathedral in Paris, and Chicago’s Athenaeum Theatre. He currently shoots for Discover Magazines and writes for the Epoch Times. You can learn more about Bryan and his work by following him on IG @dahl.memoirs
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Clearing the Clutter: Hoarding, Hypnotherapy, and Healing
Ace of Pentacles
In this episode, I share another client story story, with the client’s permission & partnership on the script. In this short bonus episode, we explore how hypnotherapy works and I share the story of a client who came to see me for an issue with hoarding. What we ended up discovering and working through was an unconscious limiting belief she held about her self worth. The story at the heart of the hoarding issue was also impacting her personal life and her career. If you'd like to work with me or learn more about hypnotherapy, visit: avra.as.me or...
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Ep. 29 | Building from Alignment with Menel Raach
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In this conversation, Menel Raach, Founder of Azul The Label, a San Francisco-based lifestyle brand creating contemporary clothing using handwoven Tunisian silk sourced directly from artisans in Tunisia, discusses the duality of fear and control in life, emphasizing the importance of awareness in managing emotions. She reflects on life's ups and downs as essential teachers that can lead to greater freedom if embraced. Menel shares her story from being a journalist to weaving together her love of story-telling, art, entrepreneurship, and heritage preservation into one mission. Support...
info_outlineHi! I'm Sara. In this episode, you'll hear about my background, what personal and professional influences led me to becoming a coach and starting this podcast. Justin and I talk about the way I've designed and discovered my way from a career in education to working at companies like Tesla, Amazon Square, and Instacart.
Tune in to learn about who this podcast is for, and how it might be able to help someone design and discover your way to a fulfilling career.
Plus: I reveal why this career strategy and wellness podcast is named after a tarot card!
About Justin:
As an educator, coach, and creator of the Living Once Twice podcast, Justin's mission is to help individuals from all backgrounds unlock their power to design a life they are passionate about living. With 13+ years of experience in Higher Education Justin enjoys serving, mentoring, and developing students and staff. A Western New York native, Justin earned his B.A in Communications & Masters of Public Administration from SUNY Brockport.
Learn more about Justin's work:
Podcast: Living Once Twice
IG: @justinoliver716
Episode filmed and produced by: Bryan Dahl | IG: @dahl.memoirs