285: From Prison To Possibilities: Negotiating Redemption, Reinvention And Radical Self-worth
ART of Feminine NEGOTIATION
Every life holds a turning point — a moment when the path forward demands not just change, but complete reinvention. For some, that moment comes quietly. For others, it arrives through struggle, loss, or even confinement. But what if those very experiences that seem to break us could, instead, become the foundation of our redemption? In this episode, Cindy Watson and Dr. Kim Nugent, together they will discuss about From Prison to Possibilities: Negotiating Redemption, Reinvention, and Radical Self-Worth. Cindy Watson and Dr. Kim Nugent take us on a journey through the transformative...
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284: Negotiating With Honor And The Power Of A Promise
ART of Feminine NEGOTIATION
There are few words as timeless—or as powerful—as honor and promise. In an age where commitments are too often broken and integrity can feel negotiable, the story of Don Eggspuehler stands as a living testament to the enduring strength of one’s word. From the skies over Vietnam to the pages of heartfelt letters written to his mother, Don’s life has been a lesson in the quiet courage it takes to live with principle and purpose. In this episode, Negotiating With Honor and The Power of a Promise, Cindy Watson invites listeners to reflect on how the values of trust, respect, and personal...
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283: Negotiating Healing And Care: Giving Voice To Health Care Workers And Restoring Humanity In The Health Care Conversation
ART of Feminine NEGOTIATION
In a world where the health care system often feels stretched to its limits, the voices of those who dedicate their lives to healing others can too easily go unheard. Yet behind every mask and every pair of scrubs lies a human story — of compassion, resilience, and often, quiet exhaustion. In this episode of The Art of Feminine Negotiation, Cindy Watson sits down with Marcia Jacobi for an insightful and heartfelt conversation on Negotiating Healing and Care: Giving Voice to Health Care Workers and Restoring Humanity in the Health Care Conversation. Marcia has been part of the...
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282: Negotiating Power For Midlife Women
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Midlife is often painted as a crossroads — a time of uncertainty, shifting identities, and quiet reckoning. Yet, for many women, it’s also the moment when clarity begins to emerge, when the noise fades and the true voice within starts to speak. It’s a time to renegotiate not just with the world, but with oneself — to reclaim agency, power, and purpose in new and profound ways. In this conversation, Cindy Watson and Dr. Marcia Harris will discuss about Negotiating Power For Midlife Women, together we will discover what midlife can mean. Drawing from Dr. Harris’s extensive...
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281: Teaching Our Children To Negotiate With Themselves
ART of Feminine NEGOTIATION
Before we can negotiate with others, we must first learn to negotiate with ourselves — to balance our inner voices, our fears, and our dreams. Imagine if children were taught early on to recognize their emotions, to pause before reacting, and to choose compassion over self-criticism. How different might their futures be? In a world that often rushes them to grow up too fast, teaching children to understand and value themselves may be one of the most powerful life lessons we can offer. In this episode, Cindy Watson sits down with the inspiring Armida Espinoza to explore...
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280: Negotiating a Bigger Heart: Life Lessons From A Pediatrician Turned Author
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What does it really mean to live a happier life? So many people chase success, achievements, or external validation, only to discover that joy still feels just out of reach. In this episode, your host, Cindy Watson sits down with Dr. Ron Schneebaum for a powerful conversation on Negotiating a Bigger Heart: Life Lessons From a Pediatrician Turned Author. With over 40 years as a primary care pediatrician, Dr. Schneebaum witnessed firsthand how deeply love impacts the human spirit—how it nurtures resilience, strengthens self-worth, and elevates joy. Now retired from clinical...
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279: From Wounded To Warrior: Reclaiming Power Through Feminine Negotiation
ART of Feminine NEGOTIATION
We all carry wounds—some visible, others tucked away deep inside. But what if those very wounds could become the source of your greatest strength? What if the challenges you've encountered could be used as springboards to help you regain your voice, your purpose, and your power? Today’s conversation is about that transformation—about rising from the ashes, embracing your inner warrior, and discovering how feminine negotiation can become a tool for healing and empowerment. In today’s episode, Cindy Watson sits down with Tiffany Owen for a powerful and inspiring conversation on...
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278: Money Meets Mission: Feminine Leadership In The Financial World
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Too often, money is seen as cold, rigid, and disconnected from purpose. But what happens when we approach finance through a more human, heart-centered lens? What if money could align with mission—and leadership could balance strength and empathy? In today’s episode, your host, Cindy Watson, sits down with Anastasija Ristovska for a powerful conversation on Money Meets Mission: Feminine Leadership in the Financial World. Together, we will explore how feminine leadership is reshaping the financial world, offering a fresh perspective on how we manage, measure, and ultimately make peace with...
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277: How To Negotiate With A Narcissist
ART of Feminine NEGOTIATION
Navigating relationships with narcissists can feel like stepping into a battlefield where the rules keep shifting. The constant push and pull, the gaslighting, and the emotional manipulation leave many feeling powerless, silenced, and unsure of how to move forward. Yet even in the most difficult dynamics, there is a way to reclaim your voice, protect your boundaries, and negotiate from a place of strength. In today’s conversation, join your host, Cindy Watson, together we’ll explore these challenges with someone who knows the terrain all too well. Dana S. Diaz has not only lived...
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276: Reimagining Conflict, Turning Conflict Interconnection
ART of Feminine NEGOTIATION
Conflict is often seen as something to fear—something disruptive, divisive, and best avoided. But what if we've misunderstood its true nature? What if, instead of being a problem, conflict is an invitation—an opening to deeper understanding, connection, and transformation? In this episode, your host, Cindy Watson sits down with Ursula Taylor to explore a transformative approach to one of the most misunderstood dynamics in human interaction—conflict. Together, they’ll be reimagining conflict not as something to avoid or suppress, but as a powerful opportunity for connection,...
info_outlineWhat does it take to raise boys into men of character, compassion, and courage in today’s complex world? In a time when masculinity is often misunderstood or misrepresented, one mother chose to walk the path with fierce love, deep intention, and unwavering hope.
This is a story of a woman who faced tragedy, betrayal, and transformation, yet emerged stronger, more open-hearted, and committed to nurturing greatness in her four sons. From the quiet strength of a scientist to the creative fire of an artist, each son carries a piece of her journey and their own unique story of becoming.
This conversation is not just about parenting—it's about negotiating identity, values, and purpose as a family. It's about how love leads, even when the path isn’t clear. It's about raising not just sons—but men the world needs.
In this episode, Cindy Watson sits down with Lydia Saminiego and her sons, Joshua, Joseph, Wesley, and Thomas. They will discuss deeply personal conversation about Negotiating in Raising Sons to Become the Best Possible Men They Can Be.
Lydia is a true force of nature—author of TO HELL WITH YOU: An Adventure Through Tragedy, Love, Betrayal and Transformation—a woman of unshakable hope who believes that anything can be overcome. She's also a teacher, yoga instructor, energy worker, sound bath practitioner, and life coach, with degrees from both USC and Universidad de Salamanca in Spain. Living in the Sierra Nevada Mountains near Lake Tahoe, she finds joy in nature, healing, and human potential.
Together with her sons—Joseph, a PhD in plasma physics; Joshua, a self-taught software engineer; Wesley, a brew master based in Argentina; and Thomas, an actor, singer, and guitarist in NYC—they’ll share what it means to navigate family, values, growth, and the lifelong journey of becoming better men.
In this episode we will learn:
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The role of a parent and the role of a leader
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Raising children as a single mother
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How to earn the trust of your children
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The need of a male role model for kids raised by a single mother
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What it means to be a man
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Parenting style
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Feminine energy into parenting
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The role emotion plays for effective leader and negotiator
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What is intuition and why does it matter?
Learn more about Lydia:
Website: https://www.lydiasamaniego.com/
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Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_love_lydia_
If you’re looking to up-level your negotiation skills, I have everything from online to group to my signature one-on-one mastermind & VIP experiences available to help you better leverage your innate power to get more of what you want and deserve in life.
Check out our website at www.artofFeminineNegotiation.com if that sounds interesting to you.
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