The Soaring Star: Recent Episodes
Patrick Michael Donovan
The Soaring Star aims to inspire & empower all the stars in the world to soar even higher! It provides an uplifting listening experience through positivity, story-telling, fun guests, & life topic discussions. Keep soaring, you wonderful star!
WOW!!!!!! I am blown away!!!! In this episode, the fabulous Takunda Kudhinga joins the Soaring Star! She has so much wisdom, light, & such a kind-hearted energy. She shares some amazing stories, experiences, & perspective in this mash-up episode of two different life topics—relationships & self-compassion.
We also discuss shifting your mindset to continuous learning, gratitude, boundaries, friendships, romantic relationships, & more! We hope this conversation brings some wonder & spark into your life, you soaring star! Remember to keep showing yourself grace & compassion!!
HELLO SOARING STARS!!!!!! We are back for season two!!!!! In the fabulous first episode, Shannon Lind, who literally invented the word fabulous, joins The Soaring Star!!!! We have been planning this episode since the days the dinosaurs were on earth & we are so thrilled to finally record. We discuss all things mindfulness--our practice, the Danish concept of hygge, building a routine, apps, & how you can incorporate this mental state into your own life. It's a fun, flirty, & fierce conversation. Thanks for listening & we hope this empowers you to craft your own unique mindfulness practice!!
Sometimes life has an unexpectedly beautiful way of working itself out—and not always how we envision it.
When the pandemic hit, Gaby Pozzi & her boyfriend Brendan Nofs decided to make a spontaneous life decision—they negotiated & ultimately bought an RV together on Gaby’s parent’s campground. Now living together in Key West, they share their experience adopting a minimalist lifestyle, what they have learned about each other during quarantine, & making the most out of each day. We also chatted about having side hustles, how you can create opportunities for yourself, & living your values every day.
This conversation serves as an excellent reminder that no matter where you find yourself or what is going on in your life, you can plant your roots & bloom into something beautiful! There is so much goodness all around us, we just have to embrace it & make the most of opportunities!
We all have our challenges, hurdles, low points, & difficult moments. Honey, that's ok! We are going to rise up & become even stronger. In this episode, I talk about a time when life literally & figuratively bit me. I then dive into some empowerment & tactics to use when life is hard. This episode aims to give you a boost & help you to be the soaring star that you are!!
YOU have stories & experiences that are so unique to you. These are so beautiful & the world needs to hear them!!
In this episode, I’m joined by my good friend Patrick Koshewa. We are both gay & have had a long journey to being our authentic selves. We share that journey, give advice on how we can all be more authentic, & discuss why telling our stories is so important.
There are lots of laughs, some tears, PLENTY of witty banter, & the empowerment you need to keep shining your lights to the world.
Fran Khanga joins The Soaring Star & shares her experience as a Black female. She offered an analysis on the events of 2020, what it means to be an ally, discussed a protest she planned, dove into events happening at our college, & so much more. Fran is so strong & her words are truly so powerful. Thank you for sharing your story with us, Fran. We must all continue to support & advocate for Black lives.
Hey y'all! In this episode, I am joined by the INCREDIBLE Jamie & Chase Barmore. Chase started The LIFEbar--a juice bar & cafe focused on holistic, superfood nutrition. Together, the couple has found their purpose in wellness & health--and they bring that same drive to their business. Jamie & Chase have introduced so many people to the power of a healthy lifestyle. We talked about being purpose-driven, overcoming obstacles, innovating, & how you can cultivate your unique purpose!! Even as they've gone completely digital, (check them out at www.thelifebar.com) they still have stayed so grounded & focused on their mission. Such an uplifting story & they truly have the best energy!!!
Looking in the mirror is often a place where we criticize ourself, but it shouldn’t be! It’s where we should we see how authentically beautiful we are—both on the outside & the inside. This episode explores why being different is a good thing, how we can love ourselves, & provides empowerment to keep being the soaring star that you are!
When your head hits the pillow at night, what do you see?! This episode dives into making dreams happen! I’m joined by my friend Ashlee Robinson, but y’all know her as Britton! She is a music artist & she is living out her dreams! Her latest single Do You Even Miss Me At All? has landed on some major Spotify playlists & her music is incredible. She shares her story & offers guidance on following your passions. You can make your dreams happen, you soaring Star!
Friends should treat you like a statement outfit & not an accessory! In this episode, my good friend Astrid Cabello joins me to discuss building and maintaining strong friendships. We share our friendship philosophies & offer a toolkit to aid your social circles. There is also a reflection to give you time to think about your own relationships. Your friends should be helping you to soar, you star!!!
I'm convinced that reframing negative thought patterns can change your life! It certainly has for me. I share my experience with positivity reframing, examples for your life, and just how powerful this tool can be. Choosing to think positively will help you soar, you fabulous star!