765 | Are You Willing to Climb the Cringe Ladder
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Release Date: 10/07/2024
769 | The Secrets to Feeling Better After 40 with Rose Yodzio
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In this episode, I spoke with Integrative Nutrition and Health Coach Rose Yodzio. Rose is an integrative health and nutrition coach who discusses the often-overlooked topics of menopause and perimenopause. She shared her journey and expertise in helping women navigate this transformative phase of life. The conversation delved into the common symptoms experienced during perimenopause and menopause, shedding light on lesser-known issues like joint pain, anxiety, and dry skin, all linked to hormonal changes. Rose emphasized the importance of understanding the role of hormones like cortisol and...
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768 | Are You Meant to Carry Your Stories
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In this episode, I take you on a journey through my recent trip to Finland, a country renowned for being the happiest place in the world for five consecutive years. I share my experiences and observations, mainly focusing on the cultural nuances I encountered, such as the surprising lack of eye contact among the locals and the stories behind that. Before our trip, a friend warned us that Finns tend to avoid eye contact, which struck me as odd given the country's reputation for happiness. However, I soon discovered that making eye contact often led to people looking away, and engaging in deeper...
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767 | Don't Make a Home Where It Was Supposed to Be A Lesson
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In this episode, I explore the concept of our thoughts and the subconscious mind, highlighting that we have 60,000 to 80,000 thoughts a day, with a significant portion being negative and repetitive. I recently discussed this concept with a client who was stuck in a loop of past mistakes and regrets. I challenge listeners to consider how much of their day is spent living in the past and ask whether they truly want to create a different future. I emphasize the importance of learning from our past without allowing it to define us or become a place where we dwell. Instead, I encourage finding a...
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766 | What's Important to Know Before Saying Goodbye with Tracy Heath
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In this episode, we speak with Well-Being Consultant Tracy Heath. Tracy is a seasoned investment professional with over 30 years of experience in estate planning and generational wealth transfer. As a multiple award-winning expert, she has become a trusted advisor for those facing the challenges of a loved one's serious illness. Tracy's journey has been marked by profound loss, having lost both her parents to cancer in her twenties, three siblings-in-law to ALS, and her brother to cancer at the age of 47. These experiences have forged her into a resilient and empathetic guide, uniquely...
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765 | Are You Willing to Climb the Cringe Ladder
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In this episode, I am sharing the concept of the "cringe ladder," a metaphor I recently encountered that perfectly describes the journey we all go through when we start sharing our authentic selves with the world. I reflect on my own experiences, particularly from around 2013 and 2014, when I felt isolated and struggled to connect with others amidst the curated perfection of social media. My journey began with raw and unfiltered Facebook Lives after hot yoga, where I embraced the messiness of being honest and authentic. This episode emphasizes the importance of starting, even when you feel...
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764 | A Closed Heart Will Not Receive
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In this episode, I dive into a topic that has been weighing heavily on my heart: the importance of keeping our hearts open to receive. I share my journey of learning how a closed heart, often shielded by emotional armour, can prevent us from fully experiencing life and connecting with others. To protect ourselves from past hurts, judgments, and fears, we inadvertently block not only negative but also positive emotions. This self-imposed limitation restricts our ability to express our true selves and to be seen by others. I emphasize that when we wear this armour, we are not just protecting...
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763 | From Trauma to Triumph: A Story of Resilience and Growth with Kristina Gauthier
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In this episode, we speak with Spiritual Life Coach Kristina Gauthier. Kristina’s early years were far from picture-perfect; she was born into a family with a colossal amount of trauma on both her mother's and father’s sides. Throughout Kristina’s life, her late mother struggled with her drug addiction, and her dad is a well-known Hell Angel. After years of dating abusive men, struggling with her own drug addiction, and feeling profoundly insecure and unworthy of love or life, she chose to invest in herself and heal. In 2017, Kristina's late sister died of a fentanyl overdose, and...
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762 | Who Are You Going to Be Today?
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In today's episode, we dive deep into the question, "Who will you be today?" This episode was inspired by a journal prompt that made me pause and reflect on how we often focus on who we want to be when everything is going smoothly, but what about when things aren't going great? Who do you want to be when things are not going smoothly, when they are not in flow or alignment, and when it feels like it's challenge after challenge? I've learned to navigate those moments by asking myself who I want to be in those difficult times. It's about shifting our perspective from blaming others or...
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761 | What If It Is All Possible
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In this podcast episode, I dive into the transformative power of questioning our thoughts and beliefs. I emphasize that the quality of our lives is primarily determined by the questions we ask ourselves. Instead of succumbing to negative statements like "Why is this happening to me?" or "This is not fair," I encourage listeners to shift their mindset by asking empowering questions, such as "What if it's all possible?" I share a personal story about my recent trip to Finland, where my husband competed in the World Olympic Lifting Championships and earned a silver medal. This experience was...
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760 | The Importance of Empathy in Leadership with Melissa Robinson
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Welcome to today's episode, where I enjoyed speaking with Dr. Melissa Robinson-Weinmiller, an EQ via Empathy Trainer. In this enlightening conversation, Dr. Melissa shared her journey from classical musician to leadership coach, focusing on emotional intelligence through the lens of empathy. Dr. Melissa explained the concepts of empathy and emotional intelligence, highlighting the importance of understanding and controlling one's emotions while also tuning into the feelings of others. She emphasized that empathy is not about taking responsibility for others' emotions but connecting on a human...
info_outlineIn this episode, I am sharing the concept of the "cringe ladder," a metaphor I recently encountered that perfectly describes the journey we all go through when we start sharing our authentic selves with the world. I reflect on my own experiences, particularly from around 2013 and 2014, when I felt isolated and struggled to connect with others amidst the curated perfection of social media.
My journey began with raw and unfiltered Facebook Lives after hot yoga, where I embraced the messiness of being honest and authentic. This episode emphasizes the importance of starting, even when you feel unprepared or unsure of your voice. Learn to embrace your cringe ladders, recognizing that the initial awkwardness is necessary for growth.
Throughout the episode, I discuss the significance of messy action and the need to build what I call the "I don't give a shit muscle." This muscle helps us navigate criticism and self-doubt, allowing us to focus on the positive feedback and connections we create. I highlight that confidence is not innate but something we can cultivate through action and experience.
The anxiety often stems from unaddressed fear and the importance of moving through that fear to build new beliefs about ourselves. By sharing my journey and lessons, I aim to inspire listeners to celebrate their progress and embrace their authentic selves without judgment.
HIGHLIGHTS
00:00:00 - Introduction to the Cringe Ladder
00:01:00 - Starting Messy: The Importance of Authenticity
00:03:00 - Building Confidence Through Action
00:05:00 - Feeding the Right Beliefs: Choosing Your Focus
00:07:00 - The Role of Fear and Anxiety in Growth
00:09:00 - Celebrating Your Journey: Embracing Imperfection
00:10:30 - Letters to My Younger Self: Acknowledging Growth
00:11:30 - Invitation to Connect and Celebrate
Marsha Vanwynsberghe — NLP Storytelling Trainer, OUTSPOKEN NLP Coaching Certification, Author, Speaker, and Podcaster
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