The Green Heart Living Podcast: Recent Episodes
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In this final episode of my five-part series on building a six-figure business with location freedom, I share the fifth and most foundational key: committing to my life purpose, my dharma. I didn't set out to be a publisher. I followed the breadcrumbs through nonprofit work and conversations with clients, until one day it clicked.
I am a story catcher. I hold space for people's hardest stories and help them transform. In both their hearts and on the page.
You'll hear:
- Why I didn't need to know how before I knew why
- What kept me going through the roughest, most uncertain seasons of building this business
- The moment purpose finally landed for me, and how I recognize it in my authors now
- Why staying committed to your dharma means you're never doing it alone
- A guided moment to sit with the question: what is my life purpose?
If you've been following the breadcrumbs but haven't felt it click yet, that's okay. This episode is an invitation to keep going.
Catch up on the full series:
Episode 174 — How I Built a Six-Figure Business with Location Freedom
Episode 175 — From Burnout to Book: How Publishing a Book Changed My Life
Episode 178 — Leading with You: How Authenticity Built My Business
Episode 188 — Stop Selling Hours, Start Selling Who They Become
Episode 189 — The Personality Assessment That Led to My First $10K Month
Ready to explore your own purpose and your book?
If you know there's a story in you that's ready to come out, let's talk. Book a free consult with Elizabeth here
Learn more at greenheartliving.com and follow along on Facebook at facebook.com/greenheartliving. 💚
Years ago, I sat in a room at a former job and took a personality assessment that changed my life. I looked around and realized: I'm nothing like anyone else here.
In this episode, the fourth key in my five-part series on building a six-figure business with location freedom, I'm geeking out on personal assessments, especially human design. I share the exact month I first understood my human design type, and why that same month became my first-ever $10,000 month in business.
You'll hear:
- Why "this is hard" doesn't always mean "try harder," and how my dad's advice on giving up actually changed how I approach my work
- What being an INFJ and a Human Design Generator taught me about how I get energy, and how I lose it
- Why building a business that responds to opportunity (instead of forcing it into existence) changed everything for me
- How understanding my own wiring changed the way I work with authors on their books
- A caution about taking advice from coaches whose path isn't built like yours
Whether you're into human design, Myers-Briggs, the Enneagram, or something else entirely, this episode is an invitation to get curious about your own energy and build your work around what's actually true for you.
Catch up on the series:
Episode 174 — How I Built a Six-Figure Business with Location Freedom
Episode 175 — From Burnout to Book: How Publishing a Book Changed My Life
Episode 178 — Leading with You: How Authenticity Built My Business
Episode 188 — Stop Selling Hours, Start Selling Who They Become
Curious what your own path could look like?
If you're an author with a book in you and you want to build something that actually fits who you are, let's talk. Book a free consult with Elizabeth here
If you are curious about Human Design, here's a link to getting your free chart: https://candyybarone.bodygraph.cc
Learn more at greenheartliving.com and follow along on Facebook at facebook.com/greenheartliving. 💚
I used to charge $150 an hour and it made me sick to do it.
Not because the number was wrong. Because I was still thinking in hours. And hours are never the real story.
In this episode, I share the third key that changed everything as I built Green Heart Living Press into a sustainable, six-figure business with location and time freedom. This is the third in a five-part series on the breakthroughs that got me here. In this episode, we focus on moving from hourly work to transformation-focused packages.
You'll hear:
- Why nobody actually cares how many hours something takes them
- The real question every client is asking, even when they don't say it out loud
- How I stopped selling "a book" and started selling who someone gets to become
- Why the people who fall away when you get clear on this are the right people to lose
- A guided moment to get clear on the transformation you provide
This isn't just for authors. If you're building anything centered on growth and change, this episode is for you.
Catch up on the series:
Episode 174 — How I Built a Six-Figure Business with Location Freedom
Episode 175 — From Burnout to Book: How Publishing a Book Changed My Life
Episode 178 — Leading with You: How Authenticity Built My Business
Ready to find out what transformation you're really offering?
If this episode stirred something in you, or if you're an author sitting on a book you haven't started (or finished), let's talk. Book a free consult with Elizabeth here
Host Elizabeth Hill talks with authors Nan Temkin Dudley and Katina Le Kerr about their new book, The Nearest Thing to Heaven, a deeply researched historical novel based on the life of a daring World War II spy from Malta. They discuss the writing journey, traveling the world to interview sources, and the book’s evolution from a screenplay into a full-length novel. The heroine, Mary, is "one of the original badasses." Readers are sure to be inspired by her courage and desire to break free from the societal expectations of her time.
In addition to sharing Mary's story, the authors provide insights on collaboration, the importance of editing, and practical advice for writers. Learn how to connect with them and find the book at https://thenearestthingtoheaven.com
Jasmine Rice, founder of VoiceQuest Agency, explains how authors can turn their books into paid speaking opportunities by focusing on the problem their book solves and the transformation they deliver. She outlines what event planners buy—clear outcomes, practical takeaways, and a repeatable framework—plus tips on pricing, networking, and using free speaking to gain experience.
This episode covers the differences between conference keynotes and corporate/professional-development bookings, how to position your message for organizations, and actionable steps authors can take to move from an author mindset to a paid-speaker mindset.
This episode is an excerpt from the Abundant Author® Expert Series run by Elizabeth Hill.
To learn more about Jasmine Rice and her agency: https://www.voicequestagency.com/about-us
This episode is an excerpt from the Abundant Author® Expert Series: https://www.greenheartliving.com/author-expert-series
Elizabeth guides a calming, guided meditation designed to awaken your body, mind, and heart to the practice of receiving. Through gentle breath work, body awareness, and a visualized figure-eight energy loop, this session helps you acknowledge your efforts, invite abundance, and welcome the return of the good you have sown.
Rest, reflect, and (when ready) journal your experience so that you may carry this receptive energy into your day.
In this episode, Karen Druziako shares the origin story of her nonprofit Be Happy, Dream Big and the Dream Boxes she creates for children and adults to capture hopes, goals, and daily gratitude.
She tells how caregiving, severe injuries, and personal perseverance led her to build a mission that spreads hope — delivering boxes to Boys & Girls Clubs, creating a 14-day guided journal, and earning national recognition.
Listen for practical steps she uses to help kids and adults clarify dreams, take action toward them, and find joy even through hardship.
Learn more about her mission at https://www.behappydreambig.org
Host Elizabeth Hill speaks with Neil McCarthy, author of An Inspiring Recovery, about the year since publishing his memoir and how writing helped him heal and connect with others.
They discuss Neil’s disciplined writing routine, the role of music in the creative and healing process, overcoming challenges of mental illness, and the confidence gained from finishing and sharing a major project.
The episode highlights community connections, how Neil landed a library event, and practical advice for aspiring authors.
To connect with Neil: https://www.thelefthand.art
Host Elizabeth Hill interviews Dr. I. Michael Borrero about his new book Reclaiming Coherence, his life story founding the Institute for Violence Reduction at the UCONN School of Social Work, and his ideas about rhythm, coherence, and the ‘‘third way.’’
They discuss listening and speaking from the heart, overcoming binary thinking, practical ways to reconnect body, mind, and heart, and how flying and personal experience illustrate a life in tune.
Host Elizabeth Hill and guest Karlyn Ankrom share how authors can maintain visibility after a book launch without burning out. They share mindset shifts and a simple, repeatable content method—one page, one line, one post—to turn book chapters into ongoing social media content.
The episode covers practical tips for staying consistent, leveraging speaking engagements, and owning long-term promotion so your book continues to drive sales, opportunities, and authority.
In this episode Liz interviews Vilma Luz Caban about her journey from a 32-year teaching career to writing a memoir and founding Casa de Maria Publishers in Puerto Rico.
They discuss Vilma’s shift from academic to creative writing, the healing power of storytelling, practical lessons about publishing and promotion, and her mission to support underrepresented writers through retreats, community-building, and editorial mentorship.
Elizabeth Hill interviews Jessica Van Antoine of Phoenix Functional Health about how addressing physiological imbalances can prevent burnout and boost entrepreneurs' energy, focus, and productivity.
Jessica explains functional health, shares her personal burnout recovery, and gives practical advice for using health as a business strategy to optimize performance and well-being.
In this episode Elizabeth Hill shares five key breakthroughs that helped her build a six-figure, location-free business, focusing especially on showing up authentically—being honest about what you know and don’t know, charging your value, shifting to transformation-based packages, using personal assessments like Human Design, and committing to your life purpose.
She explains how authenticity builds trust with clients, gives examples of learning alongside clients, and closes with a short breathing and reflection exercise to help you drop the mask and step more fully into your true self in business.
Bridget Brown of Story Matters explains how she helps people—from anxious first-time speakers to TEDx presenters—find and shape the stories that make talks memorable.
She covers why every talk needs a clear purpose, how to balance facts with the human element, and practical strategies to overcome public-speaking fear so your message connects and drives action.
To learn more about Bridget and her work, go to: https://storymatterscompany.com
Elizabeth Hill talks with Virginia Evans about her memoir The Youngest Bee, a heartfelt and often funny account of caring for her parents through cancer and Alzheimer’s and the sisterly bonds that carried her through.
A year after publishing, Virginia discusses how the book has connected with readers, eased caregiver guilt, and led to public events like the Louisiana Book Festival while preserving her family’s legacy.
You can connect with the author on FB & IG @TheYoungestBee
To view the book on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1954493851
Host Elizabeth Hill celebrates the launch of The Abundant Author Guidebook 2026 and explores how writing a book can transform careers, relationships, and life purpose. She explains how allowing the creative process to move through you can lead to unexpected, life-changing opportunities.
Elizabeth outlines five keys that helped her build a six-figure, location-free author business and dives deeper into the first key in this episode: learning to receive money. She shares mindset shifts, practical tips for setting up multiple payment options and packages, and why valuing your work matters.
For a limited time the ebook is free on Amazon (Mar 31–Apr 4); find more at greenheartliving.com and follow Green Heart Living for resources and support.
Get Your Copy of The Abundant Author Guidebook Here
Ready for a big change around money? Sign up for Kate Northrup's Good with Money workshop. (It's free!)
Sign Up for Good with Money Here
Elizabeth Hill explains how she created Green Heart Living Press to offer time and location freedom while earning six figures for multiple years. She outlines five transformative keys that helped her build a sustainable, purpose-driven business.
The episode covers practical breakthroughs: 1) learning to receive money and charge value, 2) showing up authentically, 3) shifting from hourly work to transformation-focused packages, 4) using personal assessments like Human Design, and 5) committing to her life purpose (dharma). It also shares revenue milestones and next-step reflections for listeners.
Want to build a book-centered, 6-figure business, too?
Book a call with Liz.
Join a gentle guided writing meditation focused on cultivating abundance. Through breathwork, body awareness, and simple journaling prompts, you'll explore how abundance shows up in your life.
Grab a pen and paper, reflect on thoughts and feelings around abundance, recall a moment when you felt abundant, and draw that feeling into your body.
In this excerpt from the Abundant Author® Expert series, Megan Dougherty of One Stone Creative, author of Podcasting for Business, shares how authors can use podcasting to grow their book at launch and beyond.
She introduces the Business Podcast Blueprints—five strategic purposes (relationship building, audience engagement, thought leadership, conversion, and content)—and explains how podcasts can increase reach, sales, SEO, and speed up knowing, liking, and trusting.
Practical tips and data-backed reasons make this a useful guide for authors considering podcasting as a next step in their author platform.
To learn more about Megan and podcasting for authors: https://onestonecreative.net/
To learn more about the Abundant Author® Hive and Expert Series: https://www.greenheartliving.com/author-expert-series
Host Elizabeth Hill speaks with author Mary Bub about her new book, Letters to Betty at 80: Reflections on Authentic, Wise, and Eccentric Years. Mary shares how writing letters helped her process grief after her husband’s death, the lessons of the "grief box" and daily "ordinary things," and how those practices evolved into workshops and community support.
The episode also covers Mary’s persistence getting media attention (including a TV appearance), practical discussion prompts for readers, and upcoming local workshops for those facing loss and caregiving challenges.
In Letters to Betty at 80, Mary Bub encourages readers to not just follow along on her eightieth trip around the sun, but to travel with her. Letters to Betty at 80 explores themes that readers of any age can relate to—feeling out of place, acceptance versus resignation, perspective, and familial relationships—with the unique perspective of someone who has lived a long life (82 years!)
Learn more about the author here: https://marybubauthor.com
Today, I lead a short guided writing meditation to bring clarity about current national events, your personal life, and daily thoughts. Use a pen and paper (or sit with the words silently), take calming breaths and gentle movements, then free-write about what you feel in your body, how events have impacted you, challenges and joys at home or work, one thing that gives you hope, and one concrete action you will take. Close with a heart-centered breath to carry hope forward.
On the launch day of Eat, Love, Heal, dietitian Sheryl Ravalese talks about writing her first book, how food has shaped her life, and why sharing personal stories can be healing. She explains how emotional eating, grief, neurodivergence, and chronic symptoms intersect with nutrition and mental health.
The episode also highlights family recipes in the book, practical guidance for people who feel stuck despite normal medical tests, and the message that everyone has a purpose.
Elizabeth Hill talks with Natasha Walstra about how authors and leaders can use LinkedIn to build an audience, personal brand, and business through authentic content, profile optimization, and relationship-based social selling.
They discuss what content performs best, ideal posting approaches, using personal vs. company pages, avoiding AI shortcuts, and Natasha’s Relationship Growth Method for turning book content into bite-sized posts and real conversations that drive results.
Elizabeth Hill reflects on a quiet, snowy weekend interrupted by the pain of recent killings and the broader history of systemic oppression in the United States.
She shares her struggle with privilege and responsibility, urging white listeners to educate themselves, amplify marginalized voices, and engage in honest conversations and action.
The episode closes with a short guided breathing and movement meditation (10:39) to help listeners ground themselves and commit to compassionate, sustained engagement.
This episode features an excerpt from the Abundant Author®Expert series. January's guest speaker is Annette Farha, author of "Finding My Way Home." Annette shares practical, soulful tips to design a writing environment that supports creativity and courage—covering "zappers and juicers," setting intentions, command-center seating, and a simple 10-minute desk clear exercise.
Listeners will learn how to create a sanctuary for their story, reduce distractions, and build habits that make memoir and other writing projects feel safer and more sustainable.
To learn more about Annette Farha: https://www.adesigndiscovery.com/
To learn more about the Abundant Author®Expert series: https://www.greenheartliving.com/author-expert-series
On the launch day of "How God Calls Us," author Jen Clark shares how a simple nudge from God led her to write a personal memoir about hearing God’s voice through prayer, music, and life events. She describes her disciplined writing routine, moments of emotional reflection, and how she allowed God to shape the story.
Jen offers practical writing tips (short, focused sessions and clear deadlines) and guidance on how writers can let God lead the way in the writing process.
The book is available on Amazon in paperback and e-book form.
View the Book on Amazon Here
Host Elizabeth Hill shares five practical strategies to grow your book in 2026: list your book everywhere you interact with others, choose marketing you enjoy, focus on one social platform, connect with other authors, and find book amplifiers.
She also explains how to create win-win partnerships, build your author community, and where to find resources like the Abundant Author® Hive and her guidebook.
To learn more about the Abundant Author® Expert Series:
https://www.greenheartliving.com/author-expert-series
Host Elizabeth Hill guides a short, cozy writing meditation to reflect on 2025: noting challenges and celebrations, releasing what no longer serves, and choosing what to welcome in 2026.
The episode includes breathwork, gentle body movements (twists, butterfly hug, and arm opening), prompts for stream-of-consciousness journaling, and pauses to write and integrate your intentions.
Join Elizabeth Hill on the Green Heart Living Podcast as she shares three nourishing December practices to reflect on the past year and set intentions for the next: reading your year’s journal, choosing a guiding word (or two), and creating a vision board.
These rituals help you recognize growth, make clearer decisions, simplify priorities, and spark creativity as you plan for 2026.
Visit www.greenheartliving.com to learn more.
In this episode of the Green Heart Living Podcast, Elizabeth Hill speaks with Whitney Jarrard, author of "Stories of an Alcoholic's Daughter: How I Chose a Different Way."
Whitney shares how growing up with an alcoholic father shaped her life, inspired her writing, and motivated her to be a conscious parent.
The conversation covers the book’s unique, interactive structure, the personal letter that inspired it, practical advice for teens and adults facing similar family struggles, and guidance for writers who want to tell sensitive stories. Whitney also highlights resources included in the book and offers hope and encouragement to those affected by addiction.
The book is available on Amazon.
Elizabeth Hill interviews guest Keri Dobson, a group program architect. They discuss how authors can turn their published books into cohort-based group programs that drive action, accountability, and lasting results. Keri shares her learning-and-development background, practical advice on group size and duration, the importance of repeatability and audience readiness, and details about a hands-on workshop on October 17 to help authors design group activities from their books. Visit jjdak.com or LinkedIn to connect, and greenheartliving.com for more information.
The workshop is part of the Abundant Author® Expert Series. To learn more and register: https://www.greenheartliving.com/author-expert-series
Elizabeth Hill interviews the author of "The Original Peace Builder" about his journey from a traumatic past to becoming a peacebuilder. They discuss how personal pain became compassion, the role of "interrupters of suffering," and lessons learned while working with UConn School of Social Work.
The episode also offers practical advice — from simple acts of kindness to tools for writers exploring personal stories — and highlights the guest’s current work in schools, facilitation, consulting, and public speaking to strengthen community wellbeing.
To learn more about Iran, his books, and his work, go to:
https://nazariomotivation.com
You can hear more of their conversation on TikTok @nazariomotivation and @greenheartlivingpress
In this episode, Elizabeth Hill speaks with Kelly de la Rocha, founder of poem RENOVATION, about her arts-based word challenge that helps people create new poems from scrambled literature. Kelly explains both the digital daily platform and the tactile 3D-printed word blocks used in classrooms, elder care, and therapy.
They discuss how the tools support creativity, social-emotional learning, memory recall, and meaningful connections across generations, plus collaborations, glow-in-the-dark sets, and future plans for a subscription feature.
To learn more: https://poemrenovation.com/
In this episode, Elizabeth Hill interviews Annette Farha about her new book "Finding My Way Home", a candid companion for anyone facing grief or major life transitions.
Annette shares practical tools—breathwork, nature connection, and intuitive home design—to help listeners open space, remember themselves, and move through the “messy middle.”
The episode also offers guidance for supporting someone who is grieving and stories of healing, with a special guest appearance from her dog Doug.)
You can learn more about the book and connect with Annette by visiting https://adesigndiscovery.com.
Host Elizabeth Hill talks with Stephen Castro about his memoir "Pieces of Me: How Fate Brought Me Home." They explore his childhood, loss, addiction, health struggles, and the love that helped him heal.
The conversation highlights resilience, the power of perspective, and how writing became a way to honor family and find purpose. The book is available on Amazon in paperback and e-book.
Host Elizabeth Hill speaks with Danielle Turner, LCSW—co-author of Dear Therapist, You Deserve More, founder of Inner You Clinical Services, and creator of The Luxe Reset Collective—about self-care, therapist burnout, setting fees, finding your niche, and the restorative power of intentional travel retreats for women.
Danielle shares practical tips for early-career therapists on mentorship, boundaries, scheduling self-care, and building a supportive community, plus how retreats in places like Bali and Dubai help participants reset and transform.
The book "Dear Therapist, You Deserve More" is available on Amazon.
To learn more about Danielle Turner and her work:
https://www.inneryoullc.com/
or on IG @theluxeresetcollective
In this episode of the Green Heart Living Podcast, host Elizabeth Hill chats with author Anu Sim about her new book, Flourish from Within: Feed Your Gut for Lifelong Health. Anu shares valuable insights on the importance of maintaining a healthy gut microbiome and how it plays a crucial role in sustainable weight loss and overall health.
The conversation dives into the science behind gut health, emphasizing the significance of fiber in our diets and the impact of a diverse microbiome. Anu offers practical advice for those looking to improve their gut health, providing tips on gradually incorporating more whole foods and fiber into their daily meals.
Anu also highlights the delicious and diverse recipes included in her book, designed to cater to various cultural tastes while promoting better gut health. Tune in to discover how caring for your gut can lead to a healthier, more vibrant life.
To learn more about Anu Simh: https://anusimh.com
Welcome to the Green Heart Living Podcast hosted by Elizabeth Hill. In this insightful episode, we introduce our latest book, "Dear Therapist, You Deserve More," and hear from contributing authors LaQueshia Clemons, LCSW, TOM®, AFC®, Pastor Briggitte P. Brown, LCSW; Brittany Cooper, LCSW; and Shontelle Brewster, LMFTA. Available on Amazon in both paperback and ebook, this anthology is a heartfelt book aimed at empowering therapists and social workers.
LaQueshia Clemons shares the inspiration behind bringing together diverse voices in the field to address common concerns like burnout and resilience. The discussion delves into challenging narratives, finding one's niche, and transforming vulnerabilities into strengths.
The authors open up about personal journeys and the importance of building supportive communities within the field, emphasizing the crucial need for therapists to also seek healing and support. The conversation touches on identity, cultural expectations, spiritual practice, and the 'mental health tax' of entrepreneurship.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone in the healing profession seeking inspiration and guidance on building a fulfilling career while attending to personal well-being.
Join Elizabeth Hill on the Green Heart Living Podcast as she introduces a simple exercise designed to cultivate calmness and presence. In this episode, Elizabeth guides you through a quick, under-a-minute routine that involves subtle hand movements and deep breathing. This practice can be conveniently done anywhere - at your desk, while waiting, or whenever you need to shift your focus inward and find tranquility amidst the chaos.
Elizabeth also invites listeners to the Abundant Author® Archetypes, a free workshop series aimed at nurturing the nervous system and empowering individuals to share their stories with confidence. Learn how to harness these calming techniques and embrace your narrative in a supportive environment.
To learn more and sign up for this free course:
https://www.greenheartliving.com/author-archetypes
Discover more about Green Heart Living and stay connected with us on our website and Facebook page. Embrace a more peaceful and balanced life today!
What freedom do you wish for yourself and others?
On this episode of the podcast, Elizabeth leads a guided writing meditation on the theme of freedom.
If you would like to experience more reflective writing and connect with others who are doing the same, join Elizabeth's free workshop series: the Abundant Author® Archetypes on July 24, 29, and 31. It's free and free-ing.
https://www.greenheartliving.com/author-archetypes
Join host Elizabeth Hill as she engages in a heartwarming conversation with Larry Love, author of The Healing Culture. In this episode, Larry reflects on his transformative journey from the street life to becoming a driving force for positive change in Hartford. As the Hospital Response Director for Compass Youth Collaborative, Larry shares his dedicated efforts to support victims of violent crimes and the innovative initiatives he leads, including a natural product line and a movement for peace.
Larry shares about his upbringing in a healing culture and how this has shaped his mission to heal communities and support individuals in crisis.
Author JJ Hart (aka Jen Jones) shares about her new book "Remembering You" - a spicy, second-chance romance - that is the first book in the Saxville Sweethearts series.
We talk about:
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Beach reads!
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What she learned from her first book and put into practice on her second
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Advice for nonfiction authors who are thinking about writing fiction
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Using a pen name
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Second chances for love
To learn more about the author and grab your copy:
https://linktr.ee/jjhartauthor
"Sometimes our health is on the back burner, and sometimes it's not even on simmer." - Mikki Parker
Mikki Parker is helping driven women become the CEOs of their own health.
On this episode, we talk about:
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The challenges of driven women and creatives when it comes to wellbeing
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Tiny changes that can have a ripple effect
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Best ways to make habit changes stick
To learn about her CEO of Self Health and Well-being program:
https://thrivetogetherwithmikki.mykajabi.com/offers/8Tcv5Jtd/checkout
You can reach Mikki by text at 860-597-6622 or email: mikki@thrivetogehterwithmikki.com
Tools to Provide Healing and Companionship through Loss & Grief After the death of her beloved husband, Don, Mary Bub wrote daily letters to an imaginary confidante, Betty. Writing helped her heal and gave her purpose. Through this writing, her book "Letters to Betty" was born. Her new book "And So It Goes" outlines the tools she used to cope with the death of her husband and develop a greater understanding of herself and her new life. This book serves as a supportive friend to guide readers on their own grief journeys. As the author shares, grief is unique to everyone, so finding one’s own words to describe emotions is an essential part of the toolkit. Other important tools Mary Bub describes include choosing how and to whom to share your story with, writing and discussion prompts for groups or individuals, and specific action steps. This book serves as a supportive friend to guide readers who have experienced loss. It can also be used by coaches, therapists, ministers, and other professionals within their grief workshops, support groups, and individual counseling. “Part of embracing this new journey, this new chapter in your story, may be engaging with different companions or communities. Or, creating one for yourself,” Mary Bub writes. "And So It Goes" is a trusted friend—a companion—which empowers and supports readers as they heal from loss at their own pace. The paperback and e-book are available on Amazon. You can find them by searching "And So It Goes by Mary Bub." To learn more about the author:https://www.marybubauthor.com/
What does someone do after a break from reality?
Is it possible to cure mental health conditions like schizophrenia or bipolar disorder?
On this episode, I talk with Neil McCarthy, author of "An Inspiring Recovery: How I Found Sanity."
We talk about:
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Mental health diagnosis
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Navigating medication and treatment changes
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Mindfulness, meditation, and living in the present
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Music, writing, and other creative expression
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The importance of community for writers
For anyone who has faced a frightening diagnosis or a break with reality—or has had family or friends who have—you'll know how terrifying it can be and how powerless you can feel. Your life can seem to melt instantly. Neil's story is powerful and shows what it takes to get to and maintain a healthy space mentally and physically.
More about the book:
Nineteen-year-old Neil McCarthy had the world at his feet—an engineering major, athlete, and musician at Carnegie Mellon University—when he experienced a psychotic break during the summer after his sophomore year. This led him to embark on a decades-long journey to find a sense of belonging and an oasis of sanity from his mania, psychosis, depression, insomnia, and anxiety. Neil left no stone unturned in his quest for sanity. Combining all the benefits of Western medicine with Eastern spirituality, naturopathic medicine, and a variety of therapies brought Neil much of the wellness he craved.
Neil was soon hit with the reality that recovery would not be a simple process. Doctors changed. Diagnoses changed. Jobs changed. Insomnia was his foe for most of his adult life. But Neil persisted. Eventually, he realized that while medications could help mitigate his symptoms, the real healing had to come from within him. In his own words, “I did not need to hide from tasks that caused me pain. Instead, I met them head-on.” During his recovery, Neil encountered a variety of mental health treatments, including Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy, which furthered him down the path toward sanity. While focusing on the recovery process, this raw memoir chronicles Neil’s thirty-year journey toward well-being. He has proved that it is not only possible to live a prosperous life with mental health challenges, but also to inspire others along the way.
To learn more about the author: https://thelefthand.art/
To get a copy of the book: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1954493835/
On this episode, I talk with Virginia Evans, author of The Youngest Bee: A Louisiana Story of Sisterhood, Strength, and Alzheimer's. Coming of age in the late 1970s/early 1980s in Louisiana, Virginia Evans describes an idyllic childhood filled with summer camps, shopping trips, LSU football games, and her parents’ annual elaborate Christmas parties. Virginia’s world is shattered when her beloved father, Red, becomes seriously ill and passes away when she is just 24 years old. Reality sets in at his funeral as the “Youngest Bee” realizes that she is no longer the baby of the family. She takes on the responsibility of caring for her grieving, aging mother, Mildred. The Youngest Bee is more than just a story of determination triumphing over tragedy. It is a love story. The bond Virginia shares with her sisters, “The Four Bees,” and “finding laughter among the chaos” are what propelled them through their darkest days—from mental illness to cancer and dementia.
Hannah McKitrick and I talk about Italy, energy, and how to make your dream life (and business) possible.
- Feel stuck and need some clarity?
- Want to refresh and be taken care of?
- Ready for a well-being experience that will skyrocket your mindset, health, connection, and bank account?
Join us on our retreat to Italy in November!
Here is info on the retreat:
https://myintuitivehealth.com/ceo-culinary-wellness-retreat/
To get in on the 8-week program for authors - which includes this magical retreat:
https://www.greenheartliving.com/italy-retreat
Thinking of recording your own audiobook?
In this 3-part series, we talk with Laura English, audiobook producer, narrator, editor, engineer, and owner of Evergreen Studios, about the things to consider when deciding whether or not to do an audiobook and how to go about it.
On this third episode, we discuss:
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Things to consider when narrating your own book
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The benefits of recording your own story
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The process of recording in a studio setting
You can learn more about Laura English at:
https://www.lauraenglishvo.com/
Thinking of turning your book into an audiobook?
In this 3-part series, we talk with Laura English, audiobook producer, narrator, editor, engineer, and owner of Evergreen Studios, about the things to consider when deciding whether or not to do an audiobook and how to go about it.
On this second episode, we discuss:
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How to select a narrator for your audiobook
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The process of working with a narrator
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How to distribute your audiobook
In part 3 we'll be discussing what to consider if you decide to record the audiobook yourself.
You can learn more about Laura English at:
https://www.lauraenglishvo.com/
Thinking of turning your book into an audiobook?
In this 3-part series, we talk with Laura English, audiobook producer, narrator, editor and engineer, and owner of Evergreen Studios, about the things to consider when deciding whether or not to do an audiobook and how to go about it.
On this first episode we look at:
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Reasons to record an audiobook
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Trends in the audiobook industry
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How to decide whether to hire a narrator or record it yourself
On part 2, we'll be discussing how to select and narrator and what distribution services to use, and part 3 we'll be discussing what to consider if you decide to record the audiobook yourself.
You can learn more about Laura English at:
https://www.lauraenglishvo.com/
Are you planning on writing a book in 2025?
Making it easier, more fun, and more meaningful by joining one of my writing groups!
In this episode, I share all the details of my two writing groups that will be kicking off March 1st: the Green Heart Writing Circle and the Abundant Author™ Mastermind.
I also share a new, free bonus for anyone who has ever published with Green Heart Living Press.
To learn more about the writing programs:
https://www.greenheartliving.com/group-writing-programs
It feels more important than ever that we take action to make a difference - but what exactly are we supposed to do? What are we to do when we see injustice, war, or disaster? How do we keep going when we feel fear, anger, or grief over things we feel we have no control over?
On this episode, I share 3 things to do right now to help you get through. On a global, national, and local level, we want to keep building the world we want to live in. These 3 tools will help you be part of making that possible.
At 8:30, there is a Loving Kindness meditation to help you calm your mind so that you can care for yourself and stay in action toward good.
What do we do when faced with grief and loss?
On this episode, I speak with Mary Bub, a grassroots activist, social innovator, photographer, artist, and author of several books, including the newly released "Letters to Betty: The Anatomy of One Woman's Grief." Reeling and numb after the death of her beloved husband Don, Mary Bub turned to writing to navigate the journey from grief and despair to healing and purpose. In "Letters to Betty," Bub describes how a metaphorical grief box and penning frequent notes to an imaginary recipient, “Betty”, helped her process her emotions and discover her new self in the year following Don’s passing. Her raw, honest letters describe a path that began with anguish, sadness, and loneliness, and led her to a place of gratitude, calm, and courage. Reading Bub’s letters is like talking to a close friend. They provide comfort and inspiration to others traveling through their own journey of loss. "Letters to Betty" is available in paperback and ebook on Amazon.
This episode will help you clear energy from 2024 and welcome in fresh, aligned energy for 2025.
I share:
- my take on why New Year's Resolutions often tank early on
- my two key practices for reflecting on the previous year and getting clear on the new year
- how to honor our bodies, minds, and spirits for getting us through the past year
- how to make space for what's truly aligned and alive for us at this present moment (no matter what is going on around us)
The guided meditation begins at 7:17. Enjoy!
Coco Madari helps creatives to overcome business challenges and build authentic, sustainable businesses.
Coco is the host of the podcast Do Epic Shit and the author of a book of poetry entitled Whispers of a God.* Her work emphasizes anti-capitalist practices and supports diverse voices.
On this episode we talk about how:
- How anti-capitalist business practices prioritize people and community while embracing abundance.
- The importance of learning to navigate the unknown.
- How creatives can align their businesses with their personal values and needs.
Learn more about Coco Madari here:
https://linktr.ee/Doepicshit
Is 2025 the year you write and publish your book?
If you are looking to make your dream of a book a reality, the Abundant Author™ Mastermind can help you turn your story into gold! This video goes through the details of this program.
To learn more: https://www.greenheartliving.com/the-abundant-author
To apply (and get your free publishing guide): https://www.greenheartliving.com/publish
To set up a call with me: https://bit.ly/greenheartlivingconsult
A behind-the-scenes look at the challenges, losses, and hard choices women face as they juggle work, relationships, and motherhood. On this episode, I speak with author Lisa Printz Roday about her new book "Fingerprintz: One Woman's Journey Through Loss, Love, and Very Little Babies." The memoir begins with the sudden death of her forty-seven-year-old father. Rather than crush the twenty-one-year-old Printz Roday, it is the pivotal moment that sustains her in each new crisis she faces, including two harrowing preterm births. No matter where you are in your journey, this book will inspire you to stay the course to a place of light. The book is available in hardcover, paperback, and ebook on Amazon. To learn more about the author:https://lisaprintzroday.com/
Shell Sawyer, a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst®, mediator and Certified Divorce Coach, has written the essential guide for anyone facing—or considering—a divorce. The stories and experiences Shell shares can also be a real comfort for someone who has gone through a divorce in the past. You can thrive after divorce—and Shell shows you how in her new book "You Are Not Alone: Your Guide for When Divorce is on Your Doorstep." Learn more about Shell and her work: https://findingstrengthwithshell.com/
What can we do now to protect women's rights and to make our communities safe for all? In this episode, I talked with State Representative Jillian Gilchrest about her new book "Feminist Advocacy: Championing Gender and Social Justice." Jillian Gilchrest, MSW has 20 years of experience advocating for women's health and safety, and has been very successful in shifting policies that impact people's daily lives. In this podcast and in her book, we get to see what creating change looks like in real life and how we can take steps to play our part. www.feministadvocacy.com
Meghan Schelzi is bringing the work of Transformational Literacy into schools. Her vision? "Every child deserves the tools to be a successful and confident reader."
On this episode, we talk about:
- Having the courage to follow your purpose
- The garage academy she created in the middle of the COVID-19 epidemic
- How to encourage reading and literacy skills in kids
- What supports teachers need to thrive
You can learn more about Meghan and her work at:
https://nextstepeducationtutoring.com
How can we heal what we would rather forget? Can we heal the trauma living in our bodies? Could our challenging life experiences be a guide toward our purpose?
In this episode, I interview Maria Jefferson, trauma and relationship specialist, licensed professional counselor, and author of the new book, Path to Purpose: A Journey to Healing from Complex PTSD.
In "Path to Purpose," she shares her personal experience with complex post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and workplace trauma—and how she’s navigated being the wife of an Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF) veteran with combat theater exposure. She also shares her parent's immigration story—including needing to flee their home country of Chile for their lives—and her recent travels there to uncover her past. She shows her path to healing the trauma that lived in her body and how you can navigate this path, too.Learn more at: https://purposepathct.com
In today's rapidly evolving landscape, fostering equity within organizations is not just a moral imperative but a strategic necessity. In this episode, I interview Jenora Ledbetter about her new book, Centering Equity in Your Organization: A Guide to Building Bridges, Not Barriers, which provides a comprehensive roadmap for leaders and change-makers seeking to cultivate inclusive cultures that drive sustainable success. Through engaging storytelling and research-backed methodologies, Centering Equity in Your Organization challenges traditional paradigms and offers innovative approaches to address systemic barriers and promote fairness and justice within the workplace. Whether you're a seasoned executive, HR professional, or aspiring leader, this book will empower you to navigate complexities, leverage diversity as a strength, and create environments where every individual can thrive. To learn more: https://theselfcarenetwork.org
What if you could still have meaningful connections with your loved ones—even after an Alzheimer’s diagnosis? On this episode I talk with John D. Scully, author of Visited Mom Today: Conversations through the Lens of Alzheimer's & Dementia. In his book, John shares the secret to connecting with those suffering from Alzheimer's/dementia. He had observed how staff interacted with his mom and the other residents in her memory care unit. He discovered that the connection lies in stepping into their world, instead of reminding them what is no longer possible in this one. John's conversations with dozens of residents will have you laughing out loud, tearing up, and reflecting on your own life experiences.
When we put our stories out there, we no longer have to carry them alone. The world carries them with us.
Looking for a compassionate, creative community to write with?
Having trouble getting your book written?
Want to have more fun and connection in your life?
My 9-week Green Heart Writing Circle will be starting in early September 2024. This episode covers all the details.
To see all the details in writing:
https://www.greenheartliving.com/writingcircle
Don't let your story go unwritten!
PS - Early Bird pricing available through August 31st.
Do the finances in your small business feel overwhelming and out of control?
In this episode, I talk with Trish Maselli about how small business owners can take control of their money and find financial success.
Her newly released book From Shoebox Accounting to Financial Success: 9 Strategies to Take Control Over Your Money is a must-read for small business owners. The book provides valuable info on business structure, understanding and minimizing taxes, and managing your business to increase profits.
Trish Maselli, EA is an IRS Enrolled Agent and the owner of Clear Cut Accounting Services. She has worked with small business owners in different industries and helped them to obtain financial success. This book will show you how you can, too. The paperback and ebook are now available on Amazon. To learn more about Trish and her work:www.clearcutaccountingservices.com
Since she was a young child, Jackie Baldwin felt drawn to the water. In 2020, she set out on a course to segment-paddle the entire 410 miles of the Connecticut River from “source to sea.” On this journey, she has found healing and spiritual growth, and she shares this with us in this episode and in the pages of her new book, The Bend in the River. Her brave and engaging storytelling of her experiences of trauma, healing, and self-discovery are sure to inspire those on their travels toward “the bend in the river.”
Her new book is available in ebook & paperback on Amazon.
You can follow her source-to-sea journey (with her trusty companions Baxter & Lulu by her side) go to her IG: @CTRIVERPUPS
"Her final words were a promise I knew I had to keep. I have to tell the story...MY story." Author Daisy Plaza experienced trauma and violence in her home from a young age: abuse as a child, gang membership, and intimate partner violence. It was everywhere she turned. It was what she knew. Rather than letting this dampen her spirit, she used her experiences navigating trauma to help others on the front lines of the emergency room. In her newly released book I Did It for Her, Daisy shares how she was able to leave behind pain, trauma, and violence (including escaping a gang, an abusive marriage, and, even, a serial killer) - and focus on healing and showing her four children unconditional love and how to be strong no matter what the circumstances. I Did It for Her is now available in paperback and ebook on Amazon. Trigger warning: This podcast would be rated PG, but the book does include some graphic descriptions of violence. Its focus, however, is on how Daisy moved through these experiences, learned from them, and used her inner strength to leave this all behind so she could heal.
How far would you go to save your family?
In this episode, I speak with author Teri Leonard Michaud about her newly released book Where Are All the Kids?
Where Are All the Kids? reads like fiction but is based on a true story - that of Teri's own family. Set in 1958, when women had limited opportunities and independence, Teri's mother battled to keep her large Catholic family together, despite her husband's rampant alcoholism.
Together, we talk about what it was like to write a story so close to home, tips for writers, and the healing available through writing.
Where Are All the Kids? published by Green Heart Living Press and is available in paperback and ebook on Amazon.
Yes, there are lots of things you can do to make your home a cozy, productive, retreat-like environment, but sometimes, you just need to get out of dodge!
In this episode, I talk about some of the benefits of writing retreats - and a creative way I got to create my own writing retreat experience - for free!
I'd love to hear of any DIY Writing Retreats you may have done! Please share!
"Social workers can't make money!" Ever heard that?
On this episode, I spoke with financial therapist and bestselling author LaQueshia Clemons, LCSW, AFC about some of the myths surrounding money, financial wellness, and the social work profession.
We discuss:
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the field of financial therapy
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guilt and shame around money and debt
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the versatility of MSW and MFT degrees
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how therapists and counselors can diversify their income streams
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the motivations behind spending
LaQueshia is the author of It's More than Just a Budget: A Guided Financial Wellness Journal and co-author of Living Your Optimal Life. Both titles are available on Amazon.
To learn more about LaQueshia:
https://freedomlifetherapy.com
What does it mean to be a man? A father? A husband? What does it look like to fully embrace your role as a father?
Liz interviews Edwin Aristor, father, husband, mentor, mental health advocate, and co-author of the recently released "The Expanding Man Chronicles." Edwin vulnerably shares his healing journey to discovering what it means to step into fatherhood - even when he had lost his father at the early age of 3.
In this guided writing meditation, you will:
- honor the experiences of the Winter season
- tune into the body, mind, and heart
- get curious about the energy that you desire this Spring
- welcome this new energy in
On today's podcast, I speak with Jen Madrone, bestselling author of the newly released UpRising: Surviving and Thriving in a World that is Waking Up. As a spiritual teacher, sound healer, reiki master, and bodyworker, Jen has been guiding others through the processes of healing and transformation for over 20 years. Jen has been able to shepherd many through the process of spiritual awakening. Her new book shares:
- the stages of awakening
- the symptoms you might experience
- the catalysts that ignite the process
- the higher purpose of the pain and
- the tools and techniques to move through this inner revolution
On the podcast, we share what inspired her to write, tips and guidance for authors and healers, and the most important message that those who are going through a spiritual awakening are most definitely not alone.
The paperback and ebook are available on Amazon. You can connect with Jen at www.jenmadrone.com
Do you cringe at the idea of book marketing?
There are a million gazillion things that many marketers will tell you you "should" be doing to market your book. No wonder so many writers feel overwhelmed and icky about book marketing!
Book marketing does NOT have to feel cringy or icky. If you are doing marketing that aligns with your Abundant Author Archetype, it can feel fun, light, and easy. It might not even feel like "marketing" at all!
In this episode, we go over the 8 Abundant Author Archetypes - along with specific examples of bestselling authors rocking out each one - so you can learn how to increase your income and impact through book sales in a way that feels aligned for you.
What is the heart of your message?
In this episode, we cut through all of the confusion and overwhelm that can come with deciding on a book idea, and get right down to the heart of your message.
For additional guidance on this topic: https://www.greenheartliving.com/findtheheart
"You can't plan an optimal life, but you can choose it, one awareness at a time." - Robin Mayberry
On this episode, I talked with Robin Mayberry, BodyTalk practictioner™, transformational coach, and co-author of the bestselling book Live Your Optimal Life. Her chapter "Your Body is an Oracle" explores how we can cultivate a relationship with our body and learn to listen to its messages, so we can live "an abundant life in an easy body." Robin did this herself, by transforming her decades-long dysmorphia, eating disorders, and substance abuse through restoring her relationship with her body. Now she helps others do the same.
Courage. Adventure. Authenticity. Heart. These are the words I think of when I think of Pan Tang.
On this episode, I talked with best-selling author and coach Pan Tang Hang about her new book, "Unapologetically ENFP" and what living an aligned life can make possible.
Are the holidays lighting you up or dragging you down?
Tune into some sacred downtime with this meditation. Recorded on this darkest day of the year, it is perfect to listen to on the Winter Solstice and any day leading up to the New Year. Let's honor both the light and darkness - and invite more light in with each day.
If you viewed life as an adventure, how would that change your life?
On this episode, I talked with best-selling author and coach Davidson Hang about his new book, "Unapologetically ENFP."
With his heart-led leadership, creativity, and way of bringing fun into everything he does, Davidson has gathered over a million followers across social platforms, with over 700K on YouTube alone.
This episode is a must-listen for any ENFP (and those who love them!)
Dr. Vilma Luz Cabán has spent a lifetime using her voice to advocate for equity for women and children. Her story is amazing - starting in tenements in New York City suffering domestic violence as a child and leading to her traveling to Africa, Asia, and different places in Latin America to be the voice of battered women and children. On this episode, we talk about her best-selling book The Heart of an Advocate, published by Green Heart Living Press. I am very blessed to be part of sharing Vilma's story and to be part of honoring her rich heritage during National Hispanic Heritage Month. www.vilmaluzcaban.com
Can someone let go of a cycle of violence to choose Peace - even when faced with the unthinkable? In this episode, I speak with Iran Nazario, peace advocate and founder of the Peace Center of Connecticut. In his new book Rage to Peace, Iran has poured his heart and life out onto the page, all for the purpose of furthering his mission of Peace. Rage to Peace is Iran's story of growing from a wounded child living on the streets of Hartford, to becoming a gang member, and his ultimate transformation into a community leader and Peacemaker. To learn more: www.nazariomotivation.com
So, you've had a spiritual awakening... now what?
On this episode, I talk with spiritual therapist and best-selling author Michelle Pellin, MS, MA, LPC about the signs of a spiritual awakening - and what the heck to do about it! Michelle is a certified trauma-informed therapist in the traditional sense, as well as a Reiki master, ghost worker, psychic medium, and a student of the magical arts. Seamlessly blending traditional education and knowledge with her ability to tap into higher powers and spirit, she has crafted a guide to help you ascend to your own higher self: So You've Had a Spiritual Awakening, Now What? The Layman's Guide to Opening Up Your Psychic Gifts. In her new book, you will find personal stories of transformation, concrete examples of how to tap into your own spiritual power, and simple yet profound exercises to begin a spiritual practice that will heal and transform. Learn more about Michelle here: https://spiritualtherapywithmichelle.com/
On this episode, I talk with Angela Taylor George, founder of trend-setting, multi-brand showroom Times Two and renowned New York label Alice & Trixie. Angela is an entrepreneur, fashion designer, creative director, and author of the book Haute Pursuit: A True Tale of Fashion, Fortune, and Fierce Ambition in New York City. Hailed early on as the Voice of Authority by New York Daily News, Angela has made an indelible mark on fashion internationally over four decades, playing a vital role in the co-creation and launch of major fashion trends widely copied today and originating designs still cherished and traded around the world. You can learn more about her here: www.angelataylorgeorge.com
What does it take to create the life of your dreams?
In this episode, I interview Angelika Kilian, model, actress, MANIFESTING QUEEN, mother, and author of the best-selling book You Can Have it All.
To learn more about Angelika and to purchase her book:
https://www.angelikakilian.com/
Does something in your life feel out of sync? This guided writing meditation will help you clear out the things that are no longer working for you, envision a better future, and find the next step forward. A few minutes of centering will help you write (and right!) your life.
Are you interested in turning your book into an audiobook? Ryan Hall, author, coach, and publisher at Royal Hearts Media, has just recorded and published his most recent book "Mining For My Voice" in audiobook form. Ont his episode we talk together about the power of recording your own audio for your book - and what things to consider when doing so.
Why is anxiety so pervasive in our society? And is there a way to cure it? On this episode, I talk with Gina Herd, author of the best-selling book: "Anxiety: Curing the New Normal." Gina is a licensed therapist with 20 years of experience helping clients get to the root of their anxiety - so they can find relief and inner peace. Her new book outlines the treatment for anxiety - and explains why it has become so normalized today.
We talk with Saundra Goldman about how to tune into your intuition, write with Source, and reclaim your inner authority through writing. Saundra is the founder of the Writer's Sanctuary, a writer, and a Certified Sourced Leader.
"Reclaim your inner authority, write in alignment with who you are, guided by your deepest knowing." - Saundra Goldman
In this live author reading, we hear two amazing women reading selections from their books-in-process on the themes of relationships and intimacy.
Brittany Quagan is a Licensed Clinical Therapist and Coach specializing in trauma and EMDR, author of the Ren series for Young Adults, and co-author of "The Great Pause" and "Be the Beacon." Brittany reads an excerpt from her soon-to-be-released book "How to Get into an Abusive Relationship." (Wink wink, nudge nudge, you might just to discover how to have healthy, more fabulous relationships.)
Mary Campbell, intimacy coach and ordained spiritual mentor and co-author of "Be the Beacon" reads from her chapter entitled "Coming Alive Again" from her upcoming book "The Pleasure Playbook."
Both authors are part of the Green Heart Writing Circle, which gives authors a platform to heal, create, and grow through writing and sharing their stories.
Do you find yourself not writing? Or resisting taking the final steps needed to get your creative projects completed and out into the world? Lisa Dunford Dickman, transformational coach, writer, traveler, and creative, shares a new way to approach resistance. What if resistance doesn't need to be something wrong - or something to conquer? What if it could be something that's helped us along the way? And something worthy of our love and appreciation?
Thank you to everyone who has been with me through this journey of becoming an author, writing coach, publisher, and podcast host. Thank you to everyone who has appeared on the show and who has listened. Celebrate the 100th episode with me!!!
What does it take to get into the college of your dreams? Why is branding important to teens? What part does social media play in college admissions? Stacey Ross Cohen, author of "Brand Up: The Ultimate Playbook for College & Career Success in the Digital World" and "Winning the College Admissions Game" shares some of her helpful wisdom for teens. The tools laid out in her books make the path easier for teens during this often high-stress, high-stakes time in their lives.
What makes a lesbian? And what happens when you are raised in an environment where your very identity is "not an option"? On this episode, I talk with author Paula Schorr about her newly released book "Beneath the Surface" and her experiences of coming of age in the 60s and 70s in a family of Ashkenazi Jewish descent.
On today's episode, we welcome Spring with talk of apothecaries, mushrooms, and sacred soul alignment. Kristy Scott and I geek out together over our love of plants, animals, and the healing, magical power of reconnecting with the earth.
To learn more about Kristy:
https://www.krystallineearthhealing.com/
How can authors use media to grow their brand? How can you get on podcasts and get into print media? What can you do to prepare for becoming more visible?
In this episode, which is an excerpt from our monthly Writers' Hive Mastermind, we get the pleasure of learning from Bridget Sicsko. Bridget is a founder of Visibility on Purpose, the podcast host of She Who Builds Empires, and the CEO of Exhaulted Publishing House.
James Francis literally "had it all" - success in business, financial wealth, a loving family, a home in a beautiful town in Connecticut, - and decided one day enough was enough - it was time to end it all. In his best-selling book "There's Coffee in the Fridge", James courageously shares his story of what anxiety and depression can look like (it may surprise you), his suicide attempt, and what it really takes to rebuild a life.
In this episode, I talk with Shell Sawyer, best-selling co-author of "Surrender Your Story" and divorce coach and mediator. Shell talks about the healing power of writing and sharing your story and gives guidance for those considering or facing divorce.
On this episode I talk with Leslie Smith, best-selling author of "Spitfire: A Story of Adversity, Acceptance, and Resurrection."
Leslie was just 25 years old when she was struck by the diagnosis of Myotonic Muscular Dystrophy (MDD). As a competitive athlete, this diagnosis stopped her in her tracks and made her question everything. 22 years after her diagnosis, Leslie's story of determination and reinvention is an inspiration.
Your chakras could use some LOVE! In this 18-minute guided meditation, we'll send some healing energy to all of your chakras through the power of sound/vibration, affirmations, and visualization.
Are you sick and tired of being sick and tired? On this episode, I talk with Katie Cavenagh about her best-selling book "Pure F*cking Magick: Unlock Your Inner Power and Create Your New Life in 30 Days." We talk about what it takes to truly transform your life - through daily habits and deep spiritual work.
Would you believe the truth - or the person you trusted the most in the world? On this episode, I talk with Amanda Quick, best-selling author of "The Sex Trafficker's Wife: A Story of Truth, Faith and Trust in Self." We talk about what to do when we find ourselves in seemingly impossible situations, how to handle "haters" on social media, and the healing power of sharing our stories.
A meditation to step out of the hustle and bustle and welcome in your desires for the year to come.
I talk with Lisa Marshall, the best-selling author, "Oh, Hello Alzheimer's" about what it was like to write her story and tips for caregivers of those with Alzheimer's. Her late husband Peter was diagnosed with early-onset Alzheimer's - and Lisa shared their experiences (and their love story) in the "Oh Hello Alzheimers" blog over the course of four years, helping thousands around the globe navigate their own experiences with Alzheimer's and dementia.
What are your writing plans for the year ahead? On this episode, you can get clear about your writing plans for 2023 and find out about what's going on in the Green Heart world that could support you in the year ahead.
Elizabeth speaks with Doe Hentschel about the release of her new book "Look, Ma! No Hands!: Life Lessons Learned the Hard Way."
Elizabeth leads us in a guided writing meditation to honor rhythms of our writing and our lives.
Elizabeth talks with Suzanne McColl, Licensed Professional Counselor and certified EMDR expert about how to identify and release limiting beliefs. Suzanne's new best-selling book helps guide readers through the process of releasing what's holding them back and building more fulfilling lives.
This 10-minute guided meditation will help you go from feeling overwhelmed, to feeling centered and calm.
What happens when we shift from reacting to life's circumstances to living a life with PURPOSE? On this episode of the podcast, Elizabeth talks with founder of Powerful Purpose about just this - as well as the communities she's created (virtual and in-person) to help women live purposeful, intentional lives.
In this episode, Elizabeth Hill talks with entrepeneurs Amber Dancy and Jenny Kassan about owning our magic in business and life.
To learn more about Amber: https://hiddenpathsolutions.com/
To learn more about Jenny: https://www.jennykassan.com/
Elizabeth talks with best-selling author Michelle Clayton about her new children's book "The Anger Inside."
In this mini-episode, Elizabeth shares an update on the Green Heart Living podcast - what you can expect in upcoming episodes - and announces her new podcast specifically for authors and writers - the Abundant Author podcast.
Join Elizabeth as she talks with America's Supermom Lachelle Adkins, mom of 15 kids and the author of the collaborative book "Inspirational Women of the World." Lachelle is on a mission to erase the stigma around discussing maternal mental health and post-partum depression. You can find Lachelle on all social media platforms as America's Supermom.
Elizabeth talks with Cristal Cook about her transformation from working for the FBI, becoming a social worker, working for the military, and now helping others through Operation Transformation. Cristal shares about her children's book "Hope is a Butterfly if you Don't Squish the Caterpillar" - to be released in August 2022.
Elizabeth talks with author C. E. Fitch about her new book "When You Give a Woman the World: A Woman's Travel Journal."
In this special extended episode, Elizabeth talks with Barb Pritchard of Infinity Brand Design about how to create magical book covers that draw readers in. Special bonus guests include publisher Mary Ann Pack and best-selling author Kristie Warren.
Elizabeth talks with Mary Ann Pack about their new book, the "Repurpose and Republish Planner." Written and published within one month of the idea (and their last podcast together), this book helps readers discover how to use their already existing content to write an entire book with ease.
Always wanted to publish a book? On this episode, Elizabeth will lead you through a guided writing meditation to visualize your book- the first step to making it a reality.
Elizabeth talks with best-selling author Heidi McCann about her book "Whatever the Future Holds" - a powerful story of grace, resilience, and love. Based on her own life, it is a story of young love, receiving a shocking diagnosis of ALS, and loving someone no matter what the future holds.
Too busy to write a book? Don't consider yourself a writer? Is your one-on-work with clients life-changing, and you want to get it out to the masses? On this episode, Elizabeth talks with best-selling author and publisher Mary Ann Pack about creative, easier ways of transforming your ideas and wisdom into a best-selling book. This episode is part of a monthly Publishing Q & A series with publishing industry experts.
Elizabeth talks with Kristie Warren, co-author of "Trauma to Triumph: Stories of TBI Survivors and the Vital Role of Post-Acute Care." Her chapter "An Unexpected Gift" tells the story of her TBI, the resources that supported her recovery, and the unexpected gifts she received along the way.
Seeking authors! Elizabeth Hill and Robin Clare talk about their upcoming anthology: Surrender Your Story. To find out more: www.greenheartliving.com/surrenderyourstory
Elizabeth talks with Susan Hahn, founder of the HobbleJog Foundation and co-author of "Trauma to Triumph: Stories of TBI Survivors and the Vital Role of Post-Acute Care." Her chapter "Crossing Over Trauma to Triumph" tells the story of her TBI, her miraculous recovery, and her mission to help TBI survivors get the post-acute they need to live triumphant lives.
Elizabeth talks with Meighan Lovelace, co-author of "Trauma to Triumph: Stories of TBI Survivors and the Vital Rose of Post-Acute Care." Meighan shares her story of triumphant TBI recovery and the importance of faith, family, and learning to celebrate and experience life in a new way.
Elizabeth talks with Grace Elsner, co-author of "Trauma to Triumph: Stories of TBI Survivors and the Vital Rose of Post-Acute Care." Grace reads from her chapter and shares what helped her recover from a TBI. Grace's story will inspire those who have experienced a TBI or other traumatic event, as well as those that are looking to help others through writing and sharing their stories.
Elizabeth talks with Carrie Rickert, co-author of Trauma to Triumph: Stories of TBI Survivors and the Vital Role of Post-Acute Care. Carrie shares of her own TBI experience, her recovery, her work with the HobbleJog Foundation, and how she is helping others through difficult challenges.
To get your copy: https://hobblejog.org/book/
To learn more about Carrie and her work: https://www.nomisadvisors.com/
In this first of a monthly Publishing Q & A series, Elizabeth Hill talks with Robin Clare, best-selling author and writing coach about what it takes to turn a book idea into a complete manuscript.
Brand Photographer and Videographer Teresa Hnat speaks of the power of visual storytelling, how using photographs and videos can help you attract your ideal clients, and how to prepare for your own photo shoots.
Learn more of Teresa here: https://www.teresahnat.com
Elizabeth shares how meditation has supported her, in transforming her thoughts, how her practice has evolved over time, and leads a 3-minute meditation for divine love using the mantra "aham prema." Mantra begins at 5:05.
Jen Jones shares the strategies she used to make her recently released book "Intropreneur" a best-seller.
To learn more about Jen and her work:
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Elizabeth speaks with Janice Jernigan, best-selling author of "Opening Up to Grief: A Surviving Sibling's Journey with Love and Loss."
When bad things are happening - like what's happening in Ukraine - it can feel completely out of our control, but we may still want to do something. This global healing meditation is a loving mantra to help us share love, compassion, healing and peace with the entire planet.
Karla Archambeault leads us through a guided, healing meditation. Meditation begins at 6 minute mark.
Liz and Barb GEEK OUT over how sweet it can be to build a soul-aligned business. Get their best tips and strategies for being successful, heart-led entrepreneurs.
Join Kathleen Troy and Elizabeth Hill as they share the healing power of retreats, how to receive what you need no matter your life circumstances, and what our souls are craving right now.
In this episode, Elizabeth talks with women's empowerment and intimacy coach Mary Campbell.
Learn more about Mary at: www.diviningbeauty.com
Elizabeth talks with Sheri Giancarlo, owner of Withinteriors and co-author of "Embrace Your Space: Inspiring Stories of Reclaiming Home."
In this episode, Elizabeth shares five powerful tips to help you prepare to receive the most from virtual summits.
On this episode, Elizabeth talks with bestselling author Jen Jones about her groundbreaking book "Intropreneur: Strategies to Build your Business as an Introverted Entrepreneur." Jen Jones shares her experience of growing businesses in a way that uses the unique gifts of an introvert. What a relief that you don't need to put on an "extrovert hat." It doesn't need to be so hard!
To view the book: https://femintropreneur.com/
Join Dr. Davia Shepherd and Elizabeth Hill, along with special guest Mary Ann Pack, as they dive into the details for their next transformation anthology - which will be the 7th collaborative book project Green Heart Living Press and Ladies' Power Lunch have done together in the past 2 years!
On the 50th episode, Elizabeth Hill talks with best-selling author Mary Ann Pack about her new book "We Are Joy!" They discuss: how to weave in more joy into your life, religious (and other) indoctrination, how to reframe your mindset, what to do when you feel lousy, and the power of appreciation.
In this episode, Elizabeth Hill guides listeners through a guided writing meditation to envision the year ahead. Grab your journal and cozy up to manifest the year of your dreams in 2022.
In this Guided Writing Meditation led by Elizabeth Hill we reflect on and honor the past year and clear the way for the year ahead.
In this episode, Robin Finney and Elizabeth Hill share ways that writers can use the power and support of community to craft their stories.
Elizabeth sits down with Robin H. Clare to talk about the healing power of writing, what recovery is and writing with spirit.
In this episode Elizabeth speaks with Dr. Kristi Borst, co-author of the best-selling book "Be the Beacon." In her chapter "This Little Light of Mine," Kristi shares about discovering her power to heal - and how she initially shut it down.
Want to write a children's book? Colleen Brunetti, writing coach and bestselling author shares her wisdom on writing and publishing children's books including how to write a book that will sell, how to design a cover, how to choose an illustrator, and more.
Liz sits down with organizational expert Donna Finocchiaro of Lotus Transitions, contributing author on GHL's new anthology Embrace Your Space.
Liz sits down with author and previous guest Ryan Hall, as well as Online Business Manager Jaime Williams to talk about NaNoWriMo, the National Novel Writing Month. They discuss how YOU can take part in NaNoWriMo and set out to write your own novel!
Dr. Laura Monk, Psychotherapist and Transformational Coach, shares her inspirational work and philosophy, as well as an excerpt from her chapter in GHL's new anthology Be The Beacon.
Liz sits down with Michelle Lemoi, Co- founder and CEO at Elevate - Women in Construction, to talk about her chapter, Be the Light, from GHL's Be the Beacon.
Does it inspire you to put something good into the world, to lead, or to love outwardly? Or does it stir feelings like frustration, disappointment or regret - you know you have a light, but for whatever reason it’s just so hard to shine these days.
In Be the Beacon, 19 female leaders come together to create a roadmap for you to find and shine that light that is so uniquely yours, and that the world so desperately needs. They’ll share their stories of struggle, growth, and triumph. In addition, they’ll lay out the steps they use to find their light and let it shine oh so bright.
Find the book on Amazon.com right now!
Liz sits down with Coach and course creation guru Jessica Paré to talk about her chapter in GHL's Be The Beacon.
Join in on Jessica's mastermind on 10/27 by registering at https://alchemylearningsolutions.com/roundtables. There are limited spaces available for this intimate conversation!
Today, Liz sits down with Mara Dowler of Bluebird Home Organizing, a contributing author on GHL’s Embrace Your Space.
Liz sits down with Dr. Davia Shepherd, author of GHL's Bestseller Grow Smarter and the upcoming GHL Anthology, Be the Beacon.
Liz sits down to talk to Janet Johnson, contributing author GHL's new anthology "Embrace Your Space: Inspiring Stories of Reclaiming Home."
Janet is the Profit Breakthrough Coach, is the CEO and Founder of Quail Run Ventures, LLC, and is certified in Sacred Money Archetypes.
She teaches her clients how to cultivate order, peace, and prosperity so they can create freedom for themselves and the ones they love.
Learn more about Janet here: www.mymoneypivot.com
Liz sits down and talks gender roles, expectations, and realities with Christopher Paige, contributing author on GHL's Redefining Masculinity.
Davidson Hang joins Liz once again to talk about the inspiration, formation, and completion of GHL's Redefining Masculinity.
Liz sits down with Tina Kadish, Speaker, Trainer, and "Freedompreneur" with Life is Ideal. They discuss Tina's chapter in GHL's Success in Any Season.
Liz talks with Dr. Bonnie-Marie Doughty-Jenkins, author of her new book "Integrating Careers into the Classroom: Past, Present, and Future"
Liz sits down and talks with Lori Raggio, contributing author on GHL's Success in Any Season
Liz sits down and talks to Edwin Aristor, a contributing author on GHL's Redefining Masculinity
Liz sits down with Suzanna Mccoll, contributing author to GHL's latest anthology, Success in Any Season.
A conversation about the importance of self-development with Lisa Pachence, contributing author to GHL's upcoming Success in Any Season.
Liz has a discussion with Carol Tsacoyeanes, a collaborator in GHL's upcoming book, Success in Any Season.
Liz has a conversation with Denise Simpson, Life Coach, Consulting Hypnotist & Money Mindset Transformational Specialist, as well as contributing author to Success in Any Season, GHL’s upcoming anthology.
Liz sits down for a conversation with Robin Finney from Wandering Aunt and collaborating author on GHL’s Transformation 2020.
Liz sits down and talks to April Goff Brown, artist and designer, children’s author, as well as contributor on GHL’s Great Pause: Blessings and Wisdom from Covid-19.
Today Liz sits down for a discussion with Lori Raggio, Leadership coach and transformational retreat leader, as well as a contributor to GHL's Transformation 2020.
Liz sits down with Dr. Davia Shepherd, founder of Ladies Power Lunch and author of GHL's new book Grow Smarter: Collaboration Secrets to Transform Your Income and Impact.
Liz sits down with Lisa Ferry of Bashful Buddha and collaborator on GHL's Transformation 2020.
Liz sits down for a talk with Maryann Waterman, a contributor to GHL's The Great Pause: Blessings and Wisdom from COVID-19.
Liz sits down with Mary Roy, CEO/Founder of Primal Love Studio and contributor to GHL's Transformation 2020. Mary reads an excerpt from the book, exploring her personal journey and triumph over breast cancer.
Liz talks to Robin Clare, author and contributor to GHL's book, Transformation 2020. Robin talks about her own personal transformation and reads from her chapter "From Suffering to Grace".
Liz sits down with Michele Kean, author of Rio & Silas With Love and a contributor to GHL's The Great Pause: Blessings and Wisdom from COVID-19.
Liz sits down with author Donna Miller, founder and owner of Happily Ever Actions. Donna reads a bit from her chapter in GHL's upcoming book, Transformation 2020.
Liz sits down with business strategist and coach Maryann Cruz, a contributor to GHL's upcoming book Transformation 2020.
Liz talks again with author, podcaster, and coach Ryan Hall, who reads from his chapter in GHL's new book, The Great Pause: Blessings and Wisdom from Covid-19.
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If you are an established author, it is an easy way to grow your income and impact in the world even further. Green Heart Living's mission is to bring more love and peace into the world, one book at a time.
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Liz talks with self-help and human design expert Kristi Sullivan. Kristi reads a selection from her chapter in GHL's upcoming book, Transformation 2020.
Liz geeks out over coaching, books, and ontology with Kristina Crooks, who reads from her chapter in GHL's new book, Transformation 2020.
This week's episode features an talk with Michael Eck, contributor on Liz's new book, The Great Pause: Blessings and Wisdom from Covid-19. Michael describes his Superhero Coaching philosophy and approach. He also talks about his personal journey, overcoming daunting obstacles and using those experiences in empowering himself and others.
Liz talks to Ryan D. Hall, contributor on Liz's new book, The Great Pause: Blessings and Wisdom from Covid-19. Ryan shares his thoughts on creativity, inspiration, and perseverance.
Liz talks to Annie Wellington, contributor on Liz's new book, The Great Pause: Blessings and Wisdom from Covid-19. Annie describes not only the challenges that the pandemic has brought her, but the opportunities to experience her family that it has provided.
This week's episode features an interview with Jackie Baldwin, another contributor to Liz's new book The Great Pause - Blessings and Wisdom from Covid-19.
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Todays show features an interview with Barbara Milton another one of the several contributors to Elizabeth's upcoming book The Great Pause: Blessings & Wisdom from COVID-19.
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GHL Podcast's 1st Episode features an interview with Davidson Hang, one of several wonderful contributors to Elizabeth's upcoming book The Great Pause: Blessings & Wisdom from COVID-19.
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