Dancing in the Discomfort Zone with Anne Bonney: Recent Episodes
Anne Bonney
Let's face it, life is uncomfortable. Whether it's interacting with other humans (or trying to), going after our goals and improving our lives, or understanding other people's perspectives, preferences and proclivities, being able to face the discomforts in life with courage, compassion, confidence and resilience will make life a lot more enjoyable! So join me as we DANCE IN THE DISCOMFORT ZONE! We'll explore new ideas, learn how to build our confidence, courage and resilience, and laugh a little too, because life is serious enough. We need a little cha cha, and a little ha ha every once in a while! Welcome to the Discomfort Zone with Anne Bonney!
Have you ever worked your butt off to build the life you thought you wanted...only to get there and think, "...Wait. Is this it?"
Dr. Kelsey Miles (https://www.drkelseymiles.com) knows that feeling firsthand.
WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/K83AKk4gm7k
After earning a PhD in chemistry, she walked away from the career she'd spent years building to become a touring blues musician. Today, she's somehow both and she's discovered that science and creativity aren't opposites at all.
In this fascinating conversation, we explore why so many of us treat life like a problem to solve instead of an experiment to run, how curiosity beats certainty, and why the scientific method might be one of the best tools for navigating change, uncertainty, and personal growth.
If you've ever felt stuck, questioned your path, or wondered whether you're becoming the person you actually want to be, this episode is for you.
Chapters
00:00 Dancing in the Discomfort Zone
03:10 From Chemistry to Music: A Journey of Self-Discovery
05:48 The Power of Music in Healing
08:57 Finding Common Ground Through Music
11:54 The Intersection of Science and Art
15:04 Embracing Change and New Opportunities
23:10 Redefining Success and Personal Discovery
30:09 Embracing Change and Continuous Growth
37:04 Navigating Discomfort and Life's Challenges
44:59 The Science of Experimentation in Life
Want more from Dr Kelsey?
- https://www.drkelseymiles.com
- https://www.linkedin.com/in/iamkelseymiles
- https://www.youtube.com/@iamkelseymiles
- https://www.instagram.com/iamkelseymiles
- https://www.facebook.com/iamkelseymiles
Dr. Kelsey Miles invites audiences to stop treating life like a problem to solve and start approaching it as something to discover. Through live science and live music, she shows people how to read the signal, cut through the noise, and make decisions that feel more aligned with who they are becoming. She is the 2026 Professor of the Year at Avila University in Kansas City.
Anne Bonney is a keynote speaker and emcee who helps organizations lead through change by building resilience, emotional intelligence, and courageous communication.
Scott Bloom (scottbloomconnects.com) did something completely ridiculous...
He wrote a parody of every productivity, morning routine, and self-help book you've ever rolled your eyes at...and somehow ended up creating a book that might actually change your life.
WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE: https://youtu.be/NEiprfC1axA
In this episode, comedian, keynote speaker, author and generally hilarious human Scott Bloom shares the unbelievable story behind Atomic Morning Miracle, including how he convinced Scott Bakula (yes...THE Scott Bakula from Quantum Leap and Star Trek) to become part of the project after writing the entire book before ever hearing "yes."
Along the way, we dive into synchronicity, creativity, spirituality, humor, quantum thinking, and why laughter might be one of the best ways to lower our defenses enough to actually grow.
Whether you're obsessed with personal development or allergic to self-help books, this conversation will make you laugh, make you think, and probably make you question a few assumptions you've been carrying around.
In this episode we explore:
• Why Scott wrote a parody of today's productivity culture
• The wild and amazing true story of landing Scott Bakula for the book
• How synchronicity can open doors you never planned for
• Why humor helps us learn difficult lessons
• The difference between happiness and joy
• Letting go of outcomes without giving up ambition
• Why being present creates more opportunities than forcing success
If you've ever wondered whether the universe has a sense of humor...this episode just might convince you it does, and that it's 100% on our side.
00:00 Introduction to Scott Bloom and His Work
03:11 The Concept Behind Atomic Morning Miracles
05:54 The Journey to Collaborate with Scott Bakula
09:11 The Role of Humor in Self-Help
12:03 Exploring Synchronicity and Life Lessons
19:00 The Launch and Synchronicity of Events
23:43 Spiritual Awakening and Personal Growth
27:04 Reframing Life's Challenges
29:59 Exploring Alien Theories and Interdimensional Beings
33:55 Finding Joy in the Present Moment
Want more from Scott? scottbloomconnects.com
Veteran comedian, television personality and highly-respected professional emcee and keynote speaker, Scott has built a reputation as the go-to choice for business humor having hosted hundreds of events over two decades for companies such as FedEx, Ford, IBM, MetLife, PepsiCo, Pfizer and Verizon. He’s been featured on Comedy Central, has hosted his own weekly VH1 series as well as national simulcasts for the Grammy Awards from the Palace Theatre. He currently resides in Los Angeles.
Anne Bonney is a keynote speaker and emcee who helps organizations lead through change by building resilience, emotional intelligence, and courageous communication.
July was Voice Month on Dancing in the Discomfort Zone, and what started as four completely different conversations turned out to have one beautiful common thread: Your voice is how people experience you, and especially today...that matters!
As Anne (https://YourChangeSpeaker.com) celebrates another trip around the sun (Happy Birthday Anne!), she reflects on the lessons shared by John Di Domenico, Joshua Seth, Hilary Blair, and Beth Z and explores why our voices matter now more than ever. In a world filled with AI, deepfakes, curated social media personas, and constant noise, authenticity has become one of our greatest superpowers.
In This Episode, We Talk About:
- Why your voice is far more than just the sound coming out of your mouth
- How authenticity and human connection are becoming more valuable in the age of AI
- The ways your voice builds trust, relationships, and influence
- Why intentional communication matters more than being louder
- How to think about the "flowers" you're leaving in your footsteps
Questions to Consider
- How do people experience you?
- Are you using your voice intentionally?
- What stories are you telling?
- What truths are you willing to speak?
- What kind of ripples are you creating?
As Anne enters her 52nd year, she offers a powerful reminder:
Maybe the goal isn't to be louder or more impressive. Maybe it's simply to use the voice we've been given to leave people feeling seen, heard, and a little bit better for having crossed our path.
Anne Bonney is a keynote speaker and emcee who helps organizations lead through change by building resilience, emotional intelligence, and courageous communication.
What if your voice wasn’t actually… your voice?
In this eye-opening (and occasionally hilarious) episode, Anne welcomes back tech expert and self-proclaimed “nerdy best friend” Beth Z (YourNerdyBestFriend.com) for a fascinating conversation about AI voice cloning, deepfakes, and why your authentic voice may be more valuable than ever. From AI-generated songs to scary scams, Beth explains what’s possible today, and most importantly, what we all need to know to stay safe.
Spoiler alert: Beth cloned Anne’s voice for the intro, and it’s just weird enough to make you question everything.
In This Episode, We Talk About:
- The fun side of AI-generated songs, content, and creativity
- The frightening ways scammers are using cloned voices
- Why everyone need a “safe word”
- How to protect yourself from deepfakes and AI impersonation
- Why skepticism and human connection matter more than ever
- The truth about detecting AI-generated audio and video
Connect with Beth: YourNerdyBestFriend.com
Beth Z, “Your Nerdy Best Friend,” helps people make sense of emerging technology with humor, practicality, and zero jargon. She explores the tools shaping our future and teaches audiences how to use technology wisely while staying safe and human.
Anne Bonney is a keynote speaker and emcee who helps organizations lead through change by building resilience, emotional intelligence, and courageous communication.
What if the biggest thing affecting your relationships, leadership, and communication isn't what you're saying...but how you're breathing?
In this episode, Anne sits down with speaker, facilitator, and communication expert Hilary Blair (hilaryblairspeaks.com), creator of the Fruitful Friction® framework, to explore the surprising connection between breath, voice, trust, and human connection. Drawing from decades in theater and corporate leadership development, Hilary reveals why your voice is a giant "poker tell" and how small shifts in breath and awareness can dramatically change the way people experience you.
If you've ever struggled with difficult conversations, workplace conflict, executive presence, or feeling truly heard, this episode is packed with practical wisdom.
In This Episode, We Talk About:
- Why your voice communicates trust before you even speak the words
- How breath affects confidence, connection, and emotional regulation
- The difference between being vulnerable and being available
- Why "take a deep breath" may be terrible advice...and what to do instead
- How tone, vowels, consonants, and vocal habits influence relationships
Want more from Hilary?
- HilaryBlairSpeaks.com
- ArticulateRC.com
Hilary Blair is a dynamic speaker, facilitator and CEO of ARTiculate: Real&Clear. She’s the creator of Fruitful Friction®, a framework redefining tension as a catalyst for innovation, collaboration, and trust. Blending her background as a professional actor with deep expertise in communication and executive presence, Hilary helps leaders stay in conversation when it matters most. Her work equips teams to engage authentically, communicate clearly, and use friction to gain traction for growth.
Anne Bonney is a keynote speaker and emcee who helps organizations lead through change by building resilience, emotional intelligence, and courageous communication.
What do Digimon, mind reading, voice acting, magic, and AI-proof careers all have in common? Joshua Seth.
In this fascinating episode, Anne sits down with award-winning mentalist, keynote speaker, corporate emcee, and legendary voice actor Joshua Seth (https://www.joshuaseth.com/) for a conversation that explores the surprising connection between voice, influence, focus, and the uniquely human skills that technology can't replace.
Best known as the voice of Tai in Digimon and the villain Tetsuo in Akira, Joshua shares how a childhood spent listening to old radio shows launched a career that eventually took him from Hollywood voice actor to Magic Olympics champion and creator of the theatrical show Mind Magic Live that is currently selling out everywhere it goes. (and I've seen it, and it's that good!)
But beneath the magic lies a powerful message about connection, communication, and adaptability.
In This Episode, We Talk About:
- Why your voice and presence create emotional connection
- How Joshua accidentally discovered his dream career while escaping a broken air conditioner
- Breathwork techniques to improve confidence, resonance, and vocal presence
- Why human skills like empathy, listening, and influence are becoming more valuable in the age of AI
Want more from Joshua?
- https://www.joshuaseth.com/
- https://www.linkedin.com/in/joshuaseth/
Joshua Seth is an award-winning mentalist, keynote speaker, and corporate event emcee. He's the winner of the Magic Olympics and the star of the theatrical touring show Mind Magic LIVE. But he's best known as a celebrity voice actor who can be heard in over 100 TV shows and movies, including his starring roles as Tai in Digimon and Tetsuo in Akira. But his greatest role is as the father of his two teenage children.
Anne Bonney is a keynote speaker and emcee who helps organizations lead through change by building resilience, emotional intelligence, and courageous communication.
What do Donald Trump, Christopher Walken, Morgan Freeman, speech therapy, and persuasion have in common? Apparently… everything.
This week, Anne sits down with Emmy-nominated emcee, comedian, speaker, impressionist, and all-around character John Di Domenico (https://beacons.ai/thejohnnydshow) for a conversation that starts with celebrity impressions and unexpectedly turns into a fascinating deep dive into the power of the human voice.
John shares how overcoming a severe childhood speech impediment led him to develop an incredible understanding of voice, cadence, pacing, and influence, and why most of us are leaving a huge amount of our vocal potential untapped.
Whether you're a speaker, salesperson, leader, podcaster, or just a human who talks to other humans, this episode will change the way you think about the sound of your own voice.
In This Episode, we Talk About:
- How speech therapy turned John into a master impressionist
- The surprising connection between voice, trust, and influence
- Why hearing your recorded voice makes you cringe...and why you should absolutely do it anyway
- Simple ways to improve your presence, communication, and impact
- How Morgan Freeman intentionally developed that legendary voice
- Hi Alex Baldwin impression https://www.dailymotion.com/video/x1cqbz6
Want more from John?
- John Di Domenico Social Media Card: https://beacons.ai/thejohnnydshow
- Website: thejohnnydshow.com
- Instagram: @thejohnnydshow
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johndidomenico/
- FB: www.facebook.com/johndidomenicocomedy/
- Youtube: www.youtube.com/@thejohnnydshow1
- TikTok: thejohnnydshow
- Cameo: https://www.cameo.com/thejohnnydshow
Emmy Nominated, Award-Winning, Actor, Writer, Comedian & Impressionist. John started performing voices at five years old & went on to overcome a severe speech impediment. He voices many celebrities and is now best known for his Live, TV, Film and Vocal appearances across all platforms. As a speaker, John Di Domenico captivates audiences with a unique and engaging blend of entertainment and insightful commentary. John hosts and emcees corporate meetings in the US and internationally for Fortune 500 companies. He has 6.1 million TikTok followers, 25 million YouTube views and 50k Facebook Followers.
Anne Bonney is a keynote speaker and emcee who helps organizations lead through change by building resilience, emotional intelligence, and courageous communication.
What do a rock-and-roll roadie, a resilience researcher, and a CPA-turned-yogi have in common?
More than you think.
At first glance, June's guests seemed to disagree completely.
- Amy Vetter embraced reinvention.
- Scott Scovill preached tenacity.
- Courtney Clark advocated quitting.
But when I looked closer, I realized they were all teaching the same lesson:
Don't quit because it's hard. Quit because it's wrong.
In this month's wrap-up episode, I connect the dots between three incredible conversations and explore what turned out to be the difference between giving up on a dream and giving up on a plan.
You'll discover:
• Why persistence and adaptability are partners, not opposites
• The difference between a goal and a plan
• How fear disguises itself in different ways but can always get in the way
• Why success is more like dancing than walking (hence the name of this podcast!)
If you've ever wondered whether you should keep pushing, change direction, or completely reinvent your approach, this episode will help you find the sweet spot between grit and flexibility.
Anne Bonney is a keynote speaker and emcee who helps organizations lead through change by building resilience, emotional intelligence, and courageous communication.
What if "Never Give Up" is terrible advice?
(watch this full interview on YouTube. https://youtu.be/6ROfazVZBco)
We've all heard it: Quitters never win. Winners never quit.
But what if hanging on too long is actually what's holding you back?
In this fascinating conversation, resilience researcher, change strategist and keynote speaker Courtney Clark (https://courtneyclark.com/) shares why adaptability, (NOT POSITIVITY!) is the real secret to thriving in this uncertain world.
After surviving cancer four times and discovering a life-threatening brain aneurysm, Courtney learned that resilience isn't about pretending everything is fine. It's about knowing when to persevere, when to change direction, and how to create a new path forward.
In this episode:
- Why adaptability beats positivity
- The surprising downside of grit
- When "never give up" becomes bad advice
- How to know when it's time to change course
- Why successful people quit more often than you might think
- The difference between goals and plans
- How to stop chasing someone else's definition of success
- Why every "yes" is a "no" to something else (this was my favorite part!)
If you've ever felt stuck, burned out, overcommitted, or afraid to change direction, this episode might be exactly what you need.
Because sometimes the fastest path forward starts with letting go.
Want more from Courtney? It's all on her website! https://courtneyclark.com/
GRAB A FREE CHAPTER OF HER BOOK at https://shortcutbook.com
Courtney Clark is the luckiest unlucky person in the world. After witnessing the terrorist attacks of September 11th from her office just 18 blocks north, she thought she had escaped unscathed. She had no idea the events of 9/11 would cause her to develop cancer for the first time a few years later.
Her experiences caused her to become a recognized resilience strategist and speaker whose national research studies reveal insights into how modern teams face change.
She lives in Austin, Texas with her husband and three dogs, all of whom she found at the Humane Society… including the husband.
Anne Bonney is a keynote speaker and emcee who helps organizations lead through change by building resilience, emotional intelligence, and courageous communication.
What if the thing standing between you and your dream... is your fear of failing?
(Watch the full video interview on YouTube here. https://youtu.be/nEINMa-lDJU)
Scott Scovill (www.scottscovill.com and https://tenaciousbook.com/ ) was flunking out of college, waiting tables, and terrified to try when a chance encounter with a touring crew from U2 changed everything. Two years later, he was on tour with the Rolling Stones. (whaaaaat??!)
But this isn't a story about fame.
It's a story about what happens when you stop letting fear make your decisions...true Dancing in the Discomfort Zone territory.
In this powerful conversation, Scott shares how he learned to keep going despite anxiety, rejection, setbacks, and self-doubt, and why tenacity isn't about stubbornly and stupidly banging your head against a wall. It's about refusing to give up on the destination, even when you need a new route.
In this episode we talk about:
- Why fear can be both your greatest enemy and your greatest motivator
- The difference between being stubborn and being tenacious
- What the Rolling Stones taught Scott about chasing impossible dreams
- The fact that successful people fail more often than most people realize
- How to know when it's time to pivot instead of quit
- The surprising truth Taylor Swift shared about success and fear
- Why life is a team sport—and you shouldn't do it alone
If you've ever wondered if you should keep going, change direction, or finally take the leap, this episode is for you.
Because the dream isn't found in the comfort. It's on the other side of trying.
Want more from Scott?
Get the book. https://tenaciousbook.com/
Hit his socials:
- https://www.instagram.com/scottscovillcreative
- https://www.facebook.com/scottscovillcreative
- https://www.linkedin.com/in/scott-scovill-943a4022/
Scott Scovill is an award-winning entrepreneur and creative powerhouse, founder of Moo TV, and author of Tenacious: The Art of Relentlessly Pursuing Your Wildest Dreams.
Anne Bonney is a keynote speaker and emcee who helps organizations lead through change by building resilience, emotional intelligence, and courageous communication.
Most people think business success and personal wellbeing live in separate worlds. Amy Vetter thinks that's exactly why so many leaders are burned out.
In this fascinating conversation, Amy Vetter https://www.amyvetter.com/ shares her journey from accountant to partner, from burnout to balance, and from classical violinist to electric rock performer. Along the way, she discovered that fulfillment isn't a "soft skill"...it's a business strategy.
In this episode, you'll discover:
- Why work-life balance is actually a leadership issue
- The surprising connection between fulfillment and business results
- How burnout often starts long before your career does
- Why Gen Z isn't "lazy", they just need something different
- The hidden cost of never disconnecting
- How learning something new makes you a better leader
- Why Amy now plays electric violin from the keynote stage
If you've ever wondered whether success has to come at the expense of joy, this conversation might completely change your perspective.
Because sometimes the path to better leadership isn't working harder—it's learning how to reconnect with yourself first.
Want more from Amy?
- @amyvettercpa - all social
- https://www.amyvetter.com/
- https://www.businessbalancebliss.com/
Amy Vetter, CPA, CSP, Yogi, Musician, a dynamic keynote speaker and CEO of The B³ Method Institute. She uniquely blends her expertise as a business leader, CPA, yogi, and wellness practitioner. Through her innovative B³ Method®—Business + Balance = Bliss—and Fulfillment ROITM measurement system, she demonstrates how well-being directly drives business success. Drawing from over 25 years of finance and technology leadership experience and her training as a certified health and life coach, Amy empowers organizations to achieve sustainable growth through connected leadership. Host of the Breaking Beliefs podcast and author of "Disconnect to Connect," she continues to transform how leaders create thriving, purpose-driven cultures.
Anne Bonney your host is a keynote speaker and emcee who helps organizations lead through change by building resilience, emotional intelligence, and courageous communication.
What if the reason you’re stuck… is because you haven’t accepted what’s true?
In this month’s wrap-up episode of Dancing in the Discomfort Zone, Anne Bonney pulls together a powerful insight from all 3 May guests:
You can’t change anything… until you accept reality.
From parenting challenges to toxic relationships to business collapse and reinvention, this episode explores the pivotal moment where everything shifts; the moment you stop resisting, stop denying, and finally face what is.
You’ll learn:
- Why acceptance is the real starting point for change
- How resisting reality keeps you stuck
- The identity shift required to move forward
- What happens when you finally tell yourself the truth
Because real growth doesn’t start with action…it starts with acceptance.
Anne Bonney is a keynote speaker and emcee who helps organizations lead through change by building resilience, emotional intelligence, and courageous communication.
What happens when everything you’ve built… disappears overnight?
In this powerful episode of Dancing in the Discomfort Zone, Anne Bonney sits down with Lisa Pagotto, founder of Crooked Compass (https://www.crooked-compass.com/) to talk about resilience, reinvention, and the courage to lead when there is absolutely no clear path forward.
When the pandemic shut down global travel, Lisa’s entire business came to a halt for nearly three years. No revenue. No team. No roadmap.
Most people would have waited it out.
Lisa? She learned how to fly… and accidentally built a second business that saved the first.
This conversation is packed with real-world lessons on:
- Leading before there’s proof (and why waiting is a trap)
- The truth about resilience (hint: it’s NOT “just push harder”)
- How to recognize burnout before it breaks you
- Why discomfort, travel, and uncertainty make you stronger
- The mindset shift that turns crisis into opportunity
And here’s the truth most people don’t want to hear:
👉 Strength is not about endurance… it’s about knowing when to pause.
Whether you’re leading a team, building a business, or just trying to figure out your next step—this episode will challenge how you think about risk, growth, and what it really takes to move forward when plans fall apart.
Because the people who thrive aren’t the ones with the best plan… They’re the ones willing to move without one.
Want more from Lisa?
- https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-pagotto/
- https://www.instagram.com/lisapagotto_/
- https://www.facebook.com/Crookedcompasstravel/
- https://www.youtube.com/@CrookedCompass
- https://www.crooked-compass.com/
Lisa Pagotto is the founder of Crooked Compass, an immersive travel company built on depth, cultural respect, and meaningful experiences in complex destinations. A business owner shaped by uncertainty, she speaks on resilience, leadership, and decision-making when there is no clear roadmap. Drawing from lived experience building, adapting, and reinventing through crisis, Lisa brings grounded insight on risk, reinvention, and what it
Why do we ignore red flags… even when we know better?
In this raw, revealing, and wildly relatable episode of Dancing in the Discomfort Zone, Anne Bonney sits down with Dr. Stephen Paul Edwards—speaker, spiritual counselor, and author of The Venus Flytrap (https://vft23.com/)—to unpack the messy, magnetic, and sometimes destructive reality of toxic relationships.
Stephen shares the true story behind his book. It's about a passionate, chaotic relationship that had everything: intense chemistry, emotional highs, devastating lows… and a whole lot of red flags he chose to ignore.
So why do we do that?
This conversation dives deep into:
🔥 The real reason we overlook obvious warning signs
🔥 How we slowly lose ourselves in relationships (without even noticing)
🔥 The hidden beliefs—like worthiness, trust, and fear of abandonment—that drive our choices
🔥 Why toxic relationships can feel addictive (yep, literally)
🔥 How to break the cycle and stop repeating the same patterns in a different person
Stephen doesn’t hold back. He owns his mistakes, shares the uncomfortable truths, and reveals how hitting “enough is enough” became the turning point for real change.
And here’s the kicker:
You already know the red flags when you see them… you’re just choosing not to listen.
This episode is your invitation to pause, reflect, and ask: What am I tolerating… and why?
Because the real transformation doesn’t happen when you find the “right” person
…it happens when you finally face yourself.
Want more from Dr Edwards?
- Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/venusflytrap23_official/?next=%2F]
- X [https://x.com/vftofficial23?s=21]
- Facebook [https://www.facebook.com/share/1adJdxdm9D/?mibextid=wwXIfr]
- LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/seemiracles/]
- TikTok [https://www.tiktok.com/@vft23_official?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc]
- Website [https://vft23.com/]
Anne Bonney is a keynote speaker and emcee who helps organizations lead through change by building resilience, emotional intelligence, and courageous communication.
How do you keep going when the life you planned is replaced by a daily battle for survival? In this moving episode, host Anne Bonney sits down with Nancy Ferraro—attorney, author of When the Bough Breaks, and keynote speaker—to discuss the raw, unfiltered reality of raising a child with severe disabilities and violent behavioral challenges.
Nancy shares her journey of adopting her son, George, from Romania, only to discover he suffered from Fetal Alcohol Syndrome (FAS) and severe attachment disorders. From the "Hurricane George" years of daily violence to the soul-crushing realization that she "could not love the disability out of him," Nancy reveals how she traded shame for strength and became a fierce advocate for her son and her family.
In This Episode, You’ll Discover:
- The "Bough-Breaking" Moment: Redefining parental expectations when "neurotypical" isn't an option.
- Advocacy as Love in Motion: Why learning the "language of power" (like FAPE and Section 504) is the ultimate act of love.
- The Power of Community: How a chance encounter in a grocery store shifted Nancy's perspective from "why me?" to "aren't we blessed?".
- Breaking the Silence: Overcoming the social shame and isolation of traumatic parenting.
- Securing the Future: Vital legal insights into special needs planning, guardianship, and why "love alone is not enough" when it comes to your child's long-term care.
Want more from Nancy?
- https://www.facebook.com/nancy.annferraro
- https://www.linkedin.com/in/ferrarolaw/
- www.ferrarolawpalmbeach.com
Nancy Ferraro is an attorney, author, and keynote speaker whose enthusiasm for life and compassion for humanity are hallmarks. A fierce protector, Nancy is passionate about serving and empowering others. With legal expertise in estate planning, probate, and guardianship Nancy shapes futures and builds legacies that fulfill clients’ desires. A lawyer who raised an adopted son suffering from fetal alcohol syndrome, Nancy has unique insights into parenting and decisions affecting children.
Anne Bonney is a keynote speaker and emcee who helps organizations lead through change by building resilience, emotional intelligence, and courageous communication.
Ever notice how something small can ruin your whole mood…
…but something BIG barely fazes you?
RIGHT? How weird is that??
In this April wrap-up episode of Dancing in the Discomfort Zone, Anne Bonney connects the dots from three powerhouse April episodes with Alaina G. Levine, Henna Pryor, and Bob Mathers, and uncovers a game-changing insight:
It’s not what’s happening… it’s the meaning you assign to it.
From getting salty in an airport bag check line (admit it, you've been there) to awkward social moments to life-altering events, Anne breaks down how your brain instantly labels situations, and how those labels shape your entire experience and mood for the day!.
In this episode, Anne talks about:
- Why nothing is “good” or “bad” until YOU decide it is
- How your brain creates stories that feel true (but aren’t)
- The hidden reason awkward moments feel so painful
- How fear gets mislabeled as danger (when it’s usually not)
- Why shifting your interpretation can instantly change your experience
- What to do if a bus is coming
- A simple question to help you reframe ANY frustrating situation
Bottom line: The quality of your life isn’t based on what happens,
it’s based on the meaning you assign to what happens.
Next time something annoys you, ask:
“What meaning am I assigning to this… and is it the only explanation?”
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Anne Bonney is a keynote speaker and emcee who helps organizations lead through change by building resilience, emotional intelligence, and courageous communication.
What if your life changed overnight… and then quietly went right back to normal?
That’s exactly what happened to Bob Mathers, and it forced him to ask a brutally honest question:
Am I actually living… or just reacting to fear?
In this powerful and refreshingly real conversation, Bob (https://bobmathers.ca/) shares the moment his son’s life-threatening health crisis snapped everything into focus, and the surprising and frightening realization that followed.
We dive into what it really takes to break that cycle, from simple daily habits (journaling keeps coming up!) to facing fears head-on (like performing at an open mic sober for the first time.)
In this episode we talk about:
- Why fear of judgment keeps you stuck (and how to break it)
- The wake-up call most people ignore after life-changing moments
- How journaling clears mental clutter (even if you think it’s “not your thing”)
- Why doing scary things once can change everything
- The balance between pushing yourself… and just being present
Bottom line: You don’t need a life crisis to wake up… but you do need to stop waiting.
Want more from Bob?
- https://www.linkedin.com/in/bmathers/
- https://www.instagram.com/bob_mathers/
- https://bobmathers.substack.com/
- The pod: https://growth-mixtape-podcast-with-bob.cohostpodcasting.com/
Bob Mathers is a keynote speaker, customer success coach, and podcast host that helps leaders and organizations get off autopilot, rediscover their creativity and become the rockstars they've always been. Bob has over 20 years in services and technology leadership and has worked with some of the world’s largest brands. Then something happened that changed his life forever. It was a text that read, “It’s a mass on his brain.” As his son was rushed into surgery, life stopped. Everything that kept him awake at 3am the night before disappeared. He realized how much of his life had been weighed down by the fear of failure and judgement that paralyzes all of us into living mediocre lives. Today, he shares his story and those of his inspiring podcast guests to help people wake up, take action and start living the life they deserve.
Anne Bonney is a keynote speaker and emcee who helps organizations lead through change by building resilience, emotional intelligence, and courageous communication.
Ever replay an awkward moment in your head… for 3–5 years?
Me too! And according to communication expert Henna Pryor… you might be doing it ALL wrong.
In this laugh-out-loud and wildly insightful episode, Henna (hennapryor.com) breaks down why awkwardness isn’t something to avoid. It’s actually a powerful tool for connection, confidence, and growth.
From career pivots to cringey social moments, we dive into how self-awareness, authenticity, and a little willingness to feel uncomfortable can completely change how you show up.
We also tackle Henna’s concept of the “signal gap”. Why what you say isn’t always what people hear, and how closing that gap can make you more believable, trustworthy, and impactful in every room you walk into.
In this episode we talk about:
- Why awkwardness is actually a social superpower
- The biggest lie you tell yourself after a weird interaction
- How to recover from awkward moments (and look MORE confident because of it)
- What the “signal gap” is, and why it’s killing your communication
- Simple ways to build confidence in everyday, low-stakes interactions
- Why authenticity is the key to trust in a skeptical world
Bottom line: Awkward isn’t the problem. Avoiding it is.
Chapters
- 00:00 Career Pivots and Personal Growth
- 06:15 Understanding Awkwardness in Social Situations
- 18:29 The Signal Gap: Building Trust and Believability
Want more from Henna?
- hennapryor.com
- @hennapryor on linkedin and IG
- Inc column: https://www.inc.com/author/henna-pryor
- Linkedin Learning courses: https://www.linkedin.com/learning/instructors/henna-pryor
Henna Pryor, CSP is a dynamic Workplace Performance Expert who speaks and writes about performance mindset, interpersonal dynamics, high-impact communication, and embracing bumps in a world that keeps optimizing for smoothness.
She is a regular Expert Columnist for Inc. Magazine, 18x award-winning author of Good Awkward, and an in-demand global keynote speaker. Her playful personality and insightful talks blend 2 decades of working with corporate leaders and teams with a fresh, science-based approach to taking more strategic risks and bo
What if the career you’re chasing…isn’t actually yours?
In this high-energy episode, I sit down with powerhouse speaker, author, and self-proclaimed “Queen of Nerds,” Alaina G. Levine (www.alainalevine.com), to talk about building what she calls a Unicorn Career...one that’s authentic, meaningful, AND pays the bills (because…yeah. Dinner)
From "humble beginnings" as a billiards champion to helping thousands of professionals ditch the “shoulds” and own who they are, Alaina brings the heat on authenticity, courage, and why playing it safe is costing you more than you think.
We dive into:
- Why authenticity isn’t fluffy...it’s your competitive advantage
- The biggest mistake women make when applying for jobs (and how NOT to do it)
- How AI is changing careers, and why your humanity matters more than ever
- The 3-part “Unicorn Career” framework to align who you are with what you do
- Why your goal isn’t just a career… it’s a Unicorn Life
Bottom line? You’re not here to fit in. You’re here to stand out...and get paid for it. LET'S GO!!!
Alaina G. Levine, CSP, is a STEM workforce expert, and she’s spoken 1,000+ times on 5 continents, written 500+ articles in magazines such as Scientific American, and is praised by NASA as “worth her weight in gold.” As a skilled panel moderator, she once stopped a fistfight onstage between the CEO of a billion-dollar global company and a Nobel laureate. And as an undergraduate, Alayna was a championship billiards player and competed in national tournaments under her moniker, Lady Dyn-o-mite. She studied Mathematics, Arabic, and Egyptology in Cairo as a US Department of Defense Boren Fellow.
Anne Bonney is a keynote speaker and emcee who helps organizations lead through change by building resilience, emotional intelligence, and courageous communication.
What do tough conversations, grief, fear, and habits all have in common?
Discomfort.
In this month-end wrap-up, I’m pulling together the biggest insights from conversations with a hostage negotiator, a grief coach, a keynote speaker, and a habit expert—and the message is clear: discomfort isn’t the problem… avoiding it is.
If you want more resilience, stronger relationships, and habits that actually stick, it starts with getting better at the uncomfortable stuff.
- Crucial Conversations Book: https://bit.ly/3Q1dDl6
- Anne's TedX link on seeking discomfort: https://youtu.be/wSL6tVD__po?si=Gdum754IZYvCO3gS
Anne Bonney is a keynote speaker and emcee who helps organizations lead through change by building resilience, emotional intelligence, and courageous communication.
Let’s talk habits… but not the cute, color-coded, “new year new me” kind.
I’m joined by CHRISTOPH Merrill (aka the Habit Freak, thought-leader, speaker, author CHRISTOPHmerrill.com ), and this conversation goes way deeper than discipline and checklists. After a life-altering moment that nearly cost him everything, CHRISTOPH discovered a truth most habit advice completely ignores:
Habits aren’t built for calm days. They’re built for the hard ones.
We talk about what it really takes to build habits that hold up when motivation disappears, your brain turns against you, and life gets messy (because… it will).
We dig into:
- Why most habits fail the moment pressure hits
- How mental health and habit formation are deeply connected
- A simple, flexible approach to staying consistent...even on your worst days
We also get into radical self-awareness, journaling, decision fatigue, and why doing your best today beats chasing perfection every time.
If you’re tired of starting over… this episode will help you build habits that actually last.
CHRISTOPH merrill is the creator of Habit Freak and a leadership thought leader who helps people build habits that hold when pressure hits. After a life-altering moment changed everything, he dedicated his work to proving this truth: habits are not built for calm days, they are built for hard ones. His work helps leaders perform when motivation disappears and the stakes are real.
Anne Bonney is a keynote speaker and emcee who helps organizations lead through change by building resilience, emotional intelligence, and courageous communication.
Today we’re dancing in the discomfort zone with Greg Bennick (www.gregbennick.com) keynote speaker, author, musician, juggler (yes, actually), and professional reminder that you matter.
Greg’s message? If you want a better future, build a better now.
We talk about what it really means to embrace discomfort. Not as something to survive, but as something to lean into. Greg shares how his early days as a performer (and yes, literal juggler) shaped his relationship with fear, uncertainty, and personal freedom.
Inspired by Indiana Jones stepping onto the rock bridge (look it up!) Greg challenges us to stop waiting for clarity and start building momentum.
We explore:
- Why your relationship with fear determines your growth
- How authenticity cuts through distraction and chaos
- What it takes to build stronger teams where everyone feels like they matter
We also dive into his book Reclaim the Moment: Seven Strategies to Build a Better Now, and how focusing on the present moment isn’t fluffy advice...it’s survival in today’s overloaded, distracted world.
If you’ve been waiting for the “right time,” this is your nudge.
Chapters
- 10:42 Establishing a Relationship with Fear
- 14:18 Indiana Jones and Stepping Into the Unknown
- 16:55 From Juggler to Keynote Speaker
- 18:21 Reclaiming the Moment in a Distracted World
- 29:45 Why Everyone Matters on a Team
- 32:10 Building a Better Now (Instead of Waiting for Later)
- 35:34 Authenticity as a Competitive Advantage
Greg Bennick is a team building keynote speaker from Seattle who reminds people that they matter through a keynote that brings teams together called “Build a Better Now". He invites us to focus on taking action to build a better personal and work life by focusing on authenticity amidst a world of distractions. He likes vegan snacks, rare coins, and juggling. Yes, you read that correctly. See more at www.gregbennick.com
Anne Bonney is a keynote speaker and emcee who helps organizations lead through change by building resilience, emotional intelligence, and courageous communication.
Grief. Death. Loss.
Deep breath. Stay with me. (The name of the podcast should have warned you!)
In this episode, I sit down with life transition coach and death doula Jennifer Sanfilippo (www.jennifer-sanfilippo.com) to talk about something we ALL experience… but rarely talk about well.
PLOT TWIST: grief isn’t just about death! We explore how unacknowledged losses (like career shifts, identity changes, empty nests, layoffs, divorces and all that) quietly shape our resilience. Because if we don’t learn how to face the small griefs, the big ones hit even harder.
We dive into:
- How to support someone who’s grieving (without saying the wrong thing)
- Why grief absolutely belongs in workplace conversations
- How open discussions about death and loss actually build resilience and connection
Jennifer also shares her powerful journey from the financial industry to becoming a life transition coach after the loss of her husband, and why creating space for grief is one of the bravest things we can do.
Yes, we talk about death, and yes, we laugh because grief and joy can coexist.
If you’ve ever felt unsure what to say… avoided the topic… or tried to “stay strong” instead of feeling… this conversation is for you.
Chapters
03:08 Understanding Grief and Loss
05:57 The Journey from Finance to Life Coaching
12:03 Building Bridges of Compassion
17:55 Death Cafes: Creating Safe Spaces for Conversation
24:02 Navigating Grief in the Workplace
Jennifer Sanfilippo, MBA, is a certified end-of-life doula and executive coach. After her husband Jim died in 2020, she redirected her leadership skills to grief support, facilitating Death Cafés, community forums, and bereavement groups. A mother of two, she lives in Rochester, NY, with three cats and a high-energy dog.
Anne Bonney is a keynote speaker and emcee who helps organizations lead through change by building resilience, emotional intelligence, and courageous communication.
What do hostage negotiations and workplace conflict have in common?
More than you think.
Former SWAT hostage negotiator Scott Tillema (https://scotttillema.com/) joins me to break down what it really takes to influence emotional people in high-stakes moments...whether you’re outside a barricaded building, delivering some uncomfortable performance feedback or trying to solve a problem with your spouse.
If you’ve got tough conversations in the back of your head that you need to have, this episode is for you!
We talk about:
- Why trying to be “right” can quietly destroy your influence
- The foundation you must build before you try to persuade anyone
- How timing can make or break a difficult conversation (this is HUGE!)
- What respect actually means...and what it doesn’t
- How to separate the person from the behavior without losing your cool
Because the moment it becomes about being right… we’re in trouble.
Want more from Scott?
- https://scotttillema.com/
- https://www.linkedin.com/in/tillema/
Scott Tillema (TILL'-uh-ma) is a retired SWAT hostage negotiator from the Chicago area. Scott holds a bachelor’s degree in behavioral science, a master’s degree in psychology, and he was trained in negotiation by the FBI and at Harvard University.
He is the founder of Negotiation Excellence, LLC and as a global keynote speaker and corporate trainer. His TEDx talk “The Secrets of Hostage Negotiators” has been viewed over one million times.
Anne Bonney is a keynote speaker and emcee who helps organizations lead through change by building resilience, emotional intelligence, and courageous communication.
Two Super Bowl commercials. Two very different emotional reactions. And one curious conversation that opens the door to something much bigger.
In this episode, your host Anne Bonney (https://YourChangeSpeaker.com) contrasts a feel-good moment of human connection with a symbol-heavy display of comfort and certainty and explores what our reactions to each might say about how we view belonging, agency, and discomfort. This isn’t an episode that hands you tidy answers. Instead, it offers a lens, a pause, and a few questions worth sitting with long after the ads are over. Perfect if you enjoy thinking a little deeper about why some things comfort us… and why others quietly challenge us.
What happens when success on paper no longer feels right in real life? In this episode of Dancing in the Discomfort Zone, Anne Bonney talks with Trevor Blondeel (www.trevorblondeel.com) about leadership, emotional intelligence, and what it really takes to connect people across the C-suite and the shop floor. From manufacturing leadership to tough conversations and values-based decisions, this episode is packed with practical insight and refreshing honesty.
We talk about:
- Making big, scary life and career changes when your values are waving red flags
- Why telling people what to do is killing engagement and what to do instead
- Talking about feelings in manufacturing without passing out or handing out tissues
Want more from Trevor, check out www.trevorblondeel.com OR www.manufacturinggreatness.com
Trevor Blondeel connects the top to the shop—one conversation at a time. After 25 years in manufacturing, he now speaks, writes, and coaches leaders to stop telling and start talking, turning deeper conversations into real results. He’s the host of Mindfulness Manufacturing, a top 1% podcast globally, and his client list includes Nestlé, Energizer, and Nucor. If you want retention, engagement, and accountability, start by getting uncomfortable.
Anne Bonney is a keynote speaker and emcee who helps organizations lead through change by building resilience, emotional intelligence, and courageous communication.
What happens when life knocks you all the way down—and then keeps going? In this powerful episode of Dancing in the Discomfort Zone, Anne Bonney talks with Front Row Frankie (https://frontrowfortitude.com) about addiction recovery, resilience, personal growth, and rebuilding life after rock bottom. This raw, honest conversation explores emotional intelligence, accountability, courage, and how real change happens when you’re willing to face discomfort head-on.
We talk about
- What rock bottom really looks like—and the moment that turns survival into a decision to change
- Why resilience isn’t mindset fluff, but daily choices, accountability, and doing the uncomfortable work when no one’s watching
- How to rebuild your life (and self-trust) after addiction, loss, or failure—without pretending it’s easy or pretty
Go get your calendar now! https://www.frontrowfortitude.com/category/all-products
Front Row Frankie is a keynote speaker and mindset coach known for his No Bad Days Mindset™. After overcoming extreme hardship and adversity, he rebuilt his life on daily positive action, spiritual growth and selfless service. He now leads professionals in high-stress industries find purpose, build resilience, and tap into their full potential. With contagious energy and real-world tools, Frankie’s mission is to help people turn struggles into strengths. One day, one choice, one mindset shift at a time.
Anne Bonney is a keynote speaker and emcee who helps organizations lead through change by building resilience, emotional intelligence, and courageous communication.
How do you perform under pressure without burning out? In this episode of Dancing in the Discomfort Zone, host Anne Bonney sits down with Jay Abbasi (https://jayabbasi.me/) global keynote speaker, TEDx speaker, former Tesla leader, and host of the Unstuck podcast to break down how high performers can navigate stress, uncertainty, and change with resilience and clarity.
Jay draws from his experience leading national training programs at Tesla and coaching leaders at Google, Amazon, and Wells Fargo to explain why burnout isn’t a weakness, how pressure hijacks focus and decision-making, and what actually helps professionals stay grounded, effective, and engaged. This conversation blends leadership development, mindfulness, emotional intelligence, and practical resilience strategies for today’s fast-paced workplace.
Perfect for leaders, high achievers, and teams navigating change, stress, and constant demands.
In This Episode we talk about...
- why burnout hits high performers hardest
- how pressure impacts focus, decision-making, and resilience
- practical strategies to manage stress and uncertainty at work
- purpose-driven leadership and thriving through change
Want more from Jay? Here are the links!
- https://jayabbasi.me/
- Are you headed for Burnout? take the quiz. https://jayabbasi.me/resources/
- https://www.linkedin.com/in/jayabbasi/
- https://www.instagram.com/jayabbasi_/
- https://www.youtube.com/@jayabbasipodcast
Jay Abbasi is a global keynote speaker, TEDx speaker, and former Tesla leader who helps professionals thrive under pressure without burning out. At Tesla, he led national training programs for over 1,000 employees and has since coached leaders at Google, Amazon, and Wells Fargo. Featured in Forbes Founder and Authority Magazine, and host of the top-rated podcast Unstuck, Jay blends corporate experience with expertise in mindfulness, resilience, and purpose-driven leadership.
What if the clarity you’re waiting for doesn’t come before the action—but because of it?
In this solo January wrap-up episode of Dancing in the Discomfort Zone, Anne Bonney connects the dots between this month’s conversations with Linda, Kim, Adam and Sabine and reveals a powerful truth about change, growth, and resilience: clarity comes after you move.
Our brains crave certainty, but real progress happens in motion. Whether you’re trying to build healthier habits, make a change at work, or figure out your next step, confidence and self-trust are built by adjusting on the move...not by waiting until everything feels clear.
This episode is a reminder that the messy middle isn’t failure; it’s navigation. Stop overthinking, start moving, and learn as you go.
Anne Bonney is a Top Impact Speaker of 2026 who helps leaders and teams build resilience, emotional intelligence, and courage in the midst of change.
What happens when you’re eating “healthy,” doing all the right things, and your body still refuses to cooperate? Or you diet and lose weight...and then find it again?
In this episode of the Dancing in the Discomfort Zone Podcast, Anne sits down with Sabine Richard (revealyourself.info ), who shares her powerful and refreshingly honest story of gaining 42 pounds in her 40s after moving to the U.S. and how years of restrictive dieting, cutting foods, and starting over again and again only made things worse.
Sabine opens up about the uncomfortable (but freeing) mindset shift that finally helped her lose the weight and keep it off for five years without giving up chocolate, cheese, or her sanity. Together, we unpack why what worked in our 20s and 30s often stops working later in life, and how sustainable change requires learning to eat, move, and think differently...especially for women navigating midlife, hormonal changes, and identity shifts.
If you’ve ever thought, “Why isn’t this working anymore?” this conversation is for you.
In this episode, we discuss:
- Why restrictive dieting and willpower backfire, and what actually creates long-term weight loss after 40
- The difference between counting calories vs. understanding macronutrients, and why food quality matters more than math
- How committing to discomfort, mindset, and non-negotiables creates freedom...not restriction
If you prefer to watch on YouTube, go here. https://youtu.be/cIDt3PGnnz8
What happens when a successful, analytical professional looks at his life during COVID and realizes he is not happy, it's not working, and a change HAS to be made?
In this episode of Dancing in the Discomfort Zone, Anne Bonney sits down with Adam Peters (https://mindmaprenovations.com/), neuroscience-based trainer, happiness ambassador, and author of The Blueprint to Happy, to explore how our brains get wired for self-criticism and how we can intentionally rewire them for resilience, clarity, and joy.
Adam shares how a personal reckoning, combined with loss and deep self-reflection, led him to study neuroscience, negativity bias, and subconscious programming. Together, Anne and Adam unpack why the inner critic feels so powerful, where those voices really come from, and how repeated negative thoughts shape our behavior, confidence, and relationships.
This conversation dives into practical tools for noticing emotional triggers, understanding childhood belief wiring, and telling yourself a better story that actually sticks. They also explore why community, connection, and shared language are essential to sustainable happiness.
If you are curious about mindset change, emotional intelligence, and building happiness on purpose, this episode will meet you right where you are.
Want more from Adam?
- https://linktr.ee/MindMapRenovations
- https://www.linkedin.com/in/adam-peters-happiness-ambassador/
- https://www.instagram.com/mindmaprenovations/
- https://substack.com/@happinessambassador
Adam is a speaker and neuroscience-based trainer who helps teams rewire negativity bias and build cultures where people feel empowered, optimistic, and connected. Through Mind Map Renovations, he brings a warm, practical approach to culture transformation, giving leaders and teams simple tools that spark positive behavior change. His work turns everyday interactions into habits that fuel engagement, resilience, and meaningful results.
What happens when two moms look at textile waste and decide to do something about it?
In this episode of Dancing in the Discomfort Zone, Anne Bonney talks with Kim Lau and Linda Young, co-founders of Project ReWear (https://www.projectrewear.com/) a mission-driven thrifting and textile-waste initiative based in Thousand Oaks, CA. What starts as lighthearted banter quickly turns into a powerful conversation about reinvention, courage, and building community-centered solutions to a massive global problem.
Kim and Linda share how they’re making “secondhand second nature” through affordable, stylish thrifting, real-time landfill diversion tracking, and innovative programs that prioritize people over profit. This episode is a hopeful, practical look at what’s possible when we’re willing to rethink consumption, take the rocky road, and dance in the discomfort zone—for our communities and the planet.
Some links to go learn more!!
- https://www.projectrewear.com
- https://www.instagram.com/project.rewear/
- https://www.instagram.com/kimberlyallisonlau/?hl=en
- https://www.instagram.com/cravebylinny/
Kimberly Lau Bio:
After a two-decade career in finance, Kimberly Lau reinvented herself as the co-founder of Project ReWear—a mission-driven company making sustainable kids’ fashion stylish, affordable, and fun. Fueled by purpose and a desire to create a better future for her two sons, she now spends her days rescuing preloved clothing from landfills and reshaping what conscious consumerism can look like for modern families.
Linda Young Bio:
Linda Young is a retail strategist turned sustainability advocate and co-founder of Project ReWear. Originally from Australia, she brings 20+ years of global brand experience and a lifelong passion for secondhand shopping. Her work blends entrepreneurial creativity with a deep commitment to community, helping parents shop smarter and reduce waste while proving that fashion and impact can go hand in hand.
What if stronger relationships, better leadership, and more success all start with one skill: being brave enough to connect?
In this insightful and energizing episode, success strategist and keynote director Brigham Blackham (https://linktr.ee/brighamblackham ) joins Anne to explore the power of discomfort, curiosity, and communication in building meaningful relationships. From learning Mandarin in Taiwan to coaching high-performance speakers, Brigham shares how stepping into the unfamiliar has shaped his confidence, leadership, and ability to help others communicate with clarity and impact.
Brigham reveals how “story asking”(intentionally drawing out other people’s experiences) creates deeper human connection than any perfectly polished self-introduction. He and Anne dig into the post-pandemic communication slump, the myth of “soft skills,” and why real success is built on conversations, not credentials.
With stories ranging from middle-school theatre to bilingual parenting to a broken car key fiasco, Brigham shows how approaching life with curiosity and flexibility (a.k.a. unclenching!) helps us grow resilience, strengthen relationships, and lead with emotional intelligence.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
- How discomfort and curiosity strengthen communication and leadership
- The difference between story telling and story asking (and why the latter wins)
- Why soft skills aren’t soft—they’re the foundation of trust and influence
- How confidence is built on competence, preparation, and genuine interest in others
- Practical ways to make networking feel natural, not painful
- How learning new languages teaches adaptability, humility, and EQ
- A simple mindset shift for staying flexible when things don’t go as planned
Why this episode matters:
If you want to lead better, connect faster, or just feel more confident walking into a room full of strangers, this conversation gives you actionable tools rooted in emotional intelligence and real human connection. Whether you’re navigating global business, a family gathering, or a tough conversation at work, Brigham’s insights help you step out of your comfort zone and into more meaningful relationships.
Want more from Brigham?
thefinalpercent.com/brighamblackham
https://linktr.ee/brighamblackham
Brigham is a value-driven storyteller and success strategist who helps leaders turn their stories into breakthroughs. A former teacher and father of four, he brings humor, heart, and a knack for making connections that stick. With over 100 podcast episodes and five years as an Airbnb Superhost, he understands how small actions drive big results. Brigham helps you craft bold, unforgettable messages that move people and build momentum.
The holidays are here… which means joy, cookies, twinkle lights, and—let’s be honest—a whole lot of humans who can push our buttons. In this solo episode, Anne breaks down a powerful emotional-intelligence concept she calls “freezing people.” It’s the unconscious habit of locking someone into one moment, one mistake, or one harmful comment… and then carrying that version of them forever.
Using real-life stories, a little tough love, and her signature playful honesty, Anne explores how freezing people hurts us more than them, ramps up holiday stress, and blocks us from healthier communication and relationships. She shares a simple mindset shift that helps you see others as full, evolving humans—so you can walk into family gatherings (or LinkedIn encounters!) with more EQ, less dread, and a more grounded sense of self-awareness.
Whether it’s a colleague who once shut you down, a family member who offended you five years ago, or the cousin with that one unfortunate moment—we all freeze people. But we can unfreeze them… and unfreeze ourselves in the process.
In this episode you’ll learn:
- Why your brain “freezes” people—and how emotional intelligence helps you thaw the story
- How freezing impacts your stress, relationships, and ability to communicate
- A perspective-shift you can use before walking into holiday gatherings
- How to see people through multiple lenses (their child, their partner, their best friend… even their dog!)
- A simple EQ practice to create more ease, compassion, and resilience this season
Perfect for you if…
…you want a calmer holiday, stronger relationships, or a little emotional-intelligence tune-up before Aunt Mildred brings up that thing again.
Take a breath. Unfreeze a story. And dance through these holidays with just a little more grace and a whole lot less dread.
In this solo episode, Anne shares the wild, twisty journey of finishing her seventh-continent marathon—complete with flight chaos, self-doubt, porta-potties, unexpected friendship, and one very persistent inner critic.
What you’ll take away from this episode:
- Why your brain freaks out when you face something hard, new, or uncertain (and why it’s not a problem).
- How “just starting”, one small action shrinks fear and builds self-efficacy.
- Why failure isn’t the enemy…and why not trying is.
- A simple, powerful mantra to use the next time your inner voice says “Nope, you can’t.”
- A nudge to start your thing before the year ends because pride comes from action, not perfection.
If you’ve been circling the starting line of something; asking for the promotion, applying for the job, taking the class, starting the conversation, or literally running the race...this episode will give you the spark to move.
Hit play. Then… just start.
What do swamp volleyball, software debugging, and self-doubt have in common?
A lot more than you’d think. In this episode, Anne sits down with Kari Sipinen (https://www.linkedin.com/in/kari-sipinen), a Finnish-born engineer, world-champion swamp volleyball player, and all-around discomfort-zone explorer, who has turned mud, mistakes, and mindfulness into a philosophy for life.
Kari shares how wading waist-deep in the muck during the World Championship of Swamp Volleyball taught him about teamwork, humility, and the magic of taking action even when you can’t see solid ground. (Spoiler: sometimes the best life lessons happen when you’re stuck in the mud—literally.)
Drawing from his work as an embedded software engineer, Kari compares debugging to personal growth—each problem is like peeling an onion, revealing new layers of understanding beneath the surface. He unpacks his love of intuition—which he describes as being “in learning”—and how listening to your inner data can lead to surprising breakthroughs.
In This Episode
- The connection between engineering, intuition, and personal growth
- Why curiosity matters more than confidence
- Why he call it “imposter phenomenon” (not syndrome)
- How turning on your metaphorical flashlight helps you illuminate the next step toward your dreams.
Beyond engineering, Kari is a champion on and off the court, winning the Swamp Volleyball World Championship in 2019 and sharing his love of music through a 62+ hour Spotify playlist. An ordinary Savonian with a Renaissance spirit, he is committed to legacy, openness, and intellectual humility.
Please join me in welcoming to the stage — Kari Sipinen!
What happens when the therapist becomes her own best client? Meet Judy Herman (https://www.judycounselor.com/), psychotherapist, author, and retreat facilitator who turned decades of personal pain into a roadmap for emotional freedom. After surviving a 30-year marriage filled with toxicity and raising four kids, Judy didn’t just heal—she rewrote the rules for how women reclaim their power.
In this deeply honest and surprisingly uplifting conversation, Judy shares how her second husband’s psychotic break sparked her groundbreaking book Beyond Messy Relationships, and how she helps women stop walking on emotional eggshells. Her framework—AIR (Awareness, Intention, Risk)—guides women to breathe life back into themselves after years of self-abandonment.
She gets real about toxic loyalty (staying too long for all the wrong reasons), why we fall for partners who mirror our childhood wounds, and how true growth requires the courage to dance in discomfort—literally and figuratively. Judy’s work blends psychology, storytelling, and soul work, helping women move from survival mode to deep self-trust.
In this episode, we talk about:
- Why we unconsciously pick partners who challenge us to heal our past
- The emotional power of “10 years of therapy in one weekend” retreats
- The trap of toxic loyalty—and how to finally break free
- How self-worth starts with awareness, not perfection
- Why her retreats in places like Ecuador transform lives
Whether you’ve been through a breakup, a burnout, or a breakthrough, this episode will remind you that transformation starts with self-awareness—and that sometimes, healing means getting a little messy first.
Here's the "Heart-centered Check-In Quiz" we talk about in the episode. https://www.judycounselor.com/communicationquiz-lp/
Judy knows how to dance right in the middle of life’s hardest conversations and situations. She is a psychotherapist, author/speaker, and retreat leader who empowers heart-centered professional women. She guides clients to rise above toxic loyalty and ditch the eggshells. She’s not afraid of dancing in the discomfort. In fact, it's all part of her A.I.R. acronym. Awareness, Intentions, and Risks of Growth. That's where our vibrantly authentic life begins.
This week, Anne (https://YourChangeSpeaker.com) takes a quick dive into one of her favorite emotional-intelligence tools for real-world connection: how to approach tough conversations without blowing up the bridge you’re trying to build.
Drawing on her keynote and workshop material, Anne revisits the cognitive triad—how our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors shape our results—and adds one crucial twist: before you assume someone’s being a jerk, ask yourself, “Is that the only explanation?”
In this short but mighty episode, you’ll learn how curiosity can shift conflict into collaboration and turn awkward moments into opportunities for understanding.
You’ll hear about:
- A mindset shift that transforms conflict from toxic to productive
- Why curiosity beats animosity every time
- The magic question that changes everything.
If you’ve ever had a tough conversation go south because you didn't manage your anger, and hope to never do that again, this episode will help you pause, breathe, and get curious, not furious.
To listen to episode 319 go here! https://ignitingyourcourage.com/blog/2025/01/20/master-your-mind-harnessing-the-cognitive-triad-for-positive-change/
Anne Bonney, CSP®, was born to talk—just ask any of her childhood teachers who wrote "talks too much" on her report cards! Now, she’s turned that chatter into a powerhouse career, jet-setting around the globe to help overwhelmed professionals build resilience in the discomfort of change. A dynamic keynote speaker, energizing conference Emcee, two-time author, and host of the hit podcast Dancing in the Discomfort Zone, Anne lights up both virtual and in-person stages with her high-energy, relatable style. After 20 years of crushing it in corporate and nonprofit leadership positions, she now uses her hard-earned experience and fiery passion to ignite YOUR courage to build resilience in change and challenges, tackle tough conversations, and lead with emotional intelligence.
When the gloves come off in divorce court, Lois Liberman (https://www.blankrome.com/people/lois-j-liberman) brings empathy, grit, and a wicked sense of humor. In this Dancing in the Discomfort Zone episode, the powerhouse attorney with 36 years in matrimonial law spills the truth about what really goes down when love unravels—and how to come out stronger.
Always striving to reduce her clients “emotional capital expenditure,” Lois helps clients stop wasting energy on battles that don’t matter and start focusing on healing, growth, and what’s next. She’s part therapist, part strategist, part truth-teller, and yes—she keeps voodoo dolls in her office for comic relief.
From high-profile cases to heartbreak over antique mirrors, Lois has seen it all. But behind every fight, she finds humanity, humor, and the possibility of a better future. Her “Look Ahead with Lois Liberman” initiative gives real-world advice on co-parenting with narcissists, rebuilding finances, and rediscovering yourself after divorce. (find Look Ahead here! https://www.linkedin.com/in/loisliberman/)
In this episode, we talk about:
- Why fighting over “principle” is the most expensive habit in divorce
- The emotional stages of grieving a marriage (and how to move forward)
- How to tell when control crosses into coercion
- Why she believes divorce can be a rebirth, not just an ending
If you’ve ever faced heartbreak, conflict, or reinvention, this conversation will change how you see endings—and the power that comes after them.
Want to internet stalk Lois? Here are some links!
- https://www.blankrome.com/people/lois-j-liberman
- https://www.linkedin.com/in/loisliberman/
As an accomplished trial lawyer, artful negotiator, and empathetic yet no-nonsense counselor, Lois Liberman represents high-net-worth individuals, prominent figures, business leaders, and celebrities who turn to her to navigate the sensitive and increasingly complex issues and dynamics facing couples and modern families.
What happens when you give one woman a year to run around to all 50 states to share a meal with total strangers? In this Dancing in the Discomfort Zone episode, Shari Leid (https://linktr.ee/animperfectlyperfectlife) proves that connection is the ultimate adventure.
Adopted from Korea after being found in a cardboard box, Shari has flipped her story—literally. Her “Flip the Box” movement transforms isolation into belonging, inspiring people everywhere to pull up a chair, start a conversation, and rediscover what unites us.
From driving endless Dakotas to carefully choosing Dallas as her new home base (Vegas and Scottsdale didn’t make the cut), Shari’s story is part cross-country odyssey, part social experiment, and all heart. She’s redefining reinvention with a YouTube series, a national holiday, and a no-makeup women’s retreat designed to help participants “come home to themselves.”
In this episode, we talk about:
- How a cardboard box became a symbol of courage and connection
- What Shari learned dining with strangers in all 50 states
- Her hilarious and strategic process for choosing her next city
- The power of leaning into the “weird” (and why it’s your destiny)
- Why discomfort is the secret ingredient to belonging
Shari’s journey is proof that it’s never too late to start over—or to sit down with someone new and change both your stories.
If you want more from Shari, this link will get you everything you've every wanted! https://linktr.ee/animperfectlyperfectlife
Shari Leid is a nationally recognized speaker, author, and connection coach. She has been featured on ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox, and the Today Show. Through her Flip the Box® movement, bestselling books, and podcast An Imperfectly Perfect Life – Life Unscripted, she inspires audiences to create belonging and build stronger communities.
What do you do when life hits you with every curveball imaginable—hearing loss, heartbreak, grief, and single parenthood—all before 40?
In this powerful episode of Dancing in the Discomfort Zone, I talk with AJ Coleman, (https://keepthosefeetmoving.com) widower, single dad, financial crime fighter, and author of Keep Those Feet Moving. His story is equal parts heartbreak, humor, and hard-won wisdom about what it really takes to keep going when life feels impossible.
After losing his wife to brain cancer just a year after their daughter was born, AJ had every reason to give up. Instead, he made a choice—to keep moving forward, one step at a time. From rebuilding his faith on a mountain in Israel to finding peace through purpose, AJ’s story is a blueprint for resilience that’s as practical as it is inspiring.
He opens up about his journey through grief, anxiety, and self-discovery, and how learning to feel his emotions, not fight them, helped him heal. He’s also redefining masculinity through emotional intelligence and connection, proving that strength and vulnerability go hand in hand.
What You’ll Hear About
- How to find forward motion when life stops you in your tracks
- The healing power of action—and why grief hates momentum
- Why emotional intelligence isn’t weakness (it’s strategy)
- How men can support each other through openness, not silence
- A simple trick to reframe any challenge: the “five-minute, five-hour, five-year” rule
AJ’s story reminds us that resilience isn’t about bouncing back. It’s about building forward. You can’t control the losses, but you can control the legacy you build from them.
What happens when a rule-following lawyer trades the courtroom for the dance floor—then builds a business teaching leaders how (and when) to break the rules?
In this episode of Dancing in the Discomfort Zone, I sit down with Kim Bolourtchi,(www.kimbolourtchi.com) recovering perfectionist, competitive Latin dancer, and now strategic unruliness expert. Kim’s story begins with a jaw-dropping moment in front of the Missouri Supreme Court, when her husband casually revealed her secret dance life. Instead of career catastrophe, that confession became a career awakening and the start of her life’s real work: helping people challenge the rules that keep them small.
Kim’s concept of Strategic Unruliness isn’t about chaos or rebellion—it’s about courage and intention. She helps leaders and teams identify the outdated, fear-based rules that no longer serve them and replace those with curiosity, authenticity, and possibility. Through small, smart acts of “rule-bending,” Kim empowers people to find their voice, trust their intuition, and step into work (and life) that feels fully alive.
What You’ll Hear About
- The three questions that help you decide which rules are worth breaking
- How to tell the difference between fear and genuine excitement
- Why your childhood dreams might still be whispering the truth
- What happens when leaders trade control for curiosity
- How dancing and law have more in common than you’d think
Kim’s story will shake up your inner rule-follower and spark that hidden part of you that knows there’s more waiting if you’re brave enough to listen.
Want more from Kim?
- www.kimbolourtchi.com
- https://www.linkedin.com/in/kimberly-bolourtchi/
- GO GET THE BOOK! (it's so good!) Amazon.com: Strategic Unruliness: Break the Rules. Build What’s Next. eBook : Bolourtchi, Kim: Kindle Store
Kim Bolourtchi was crushing it as a litigator, professor, and law school leader—while secretly a nationally ranked Latin dancer. When the Missouri Supreme Court exposed her double life, she realized true power doesn’t come from rules or boxes—it comes from unleashing your full, unruly self. Today, Kim works with global leaders, Fortune 500 teams, and bold entrepreneurs to dismantle outdated rules and unlock hidden capacity. Her upcoming book, Strategically Unruly, launches October 21st.
What if confidence isn’t something you’re born with—but something you build?
In this episode of Dancing in the Discomfort Zone, I talk with Jenn Espinosa-Goswami, (https://www.weightlesschronicles.com/) international speaker, certified speaking coach, and founder of Weightless Chronicles, about her journey from bullied kid to bold speaker. After growing up teased for her weight and hiding from the spotlight, Jenn discovered her voice through a study abroad program in Germany—and eventually lost 100 pounds, found her confidence, and built a career helping others find theirs.
Jenn’s message is clear: confidence isn’t about perfection, it’s about practice. She shares her four-step transformation process—creating awareness, setting clear goals, celebrating progress, and reflecting on what works—and how those same principles apply far beyond weight loss.
We dive into the difference between authenticity and oversharing, how to own your story without giving it all away, and what it really takes to step into visibility as a speaker, leader, or human being who’s done hiding.
What You’ll Hear About
- How to build confidence like a muscle—one rep at a time
- The secret difference between authenticity and being unfiltered
- Why you’re not the hero of your story (and who really is)
- How to handle judgment and stop seeking approval
- Practical steps to find your voice, own your story, and speak with impact
Jenn’s journey proves that transformation isn’t magic—it’s methodical, mindful, and absolutely possible for anyone ready to grow.
What would you do if you started losing your sight in high school—and by graduation, the world had gone completely dark?
In this episode of Dancing in the Discomfort Zone, I sit down with Laura Bratton, (Www.laurabratton.com) speaker, author, and founder of Ubi Global, whose story proves that adversity doesn’t define you...your mindset does. Diagnosed with a rare eye disease at nine years old, Laura lost her vision completely as a teenager. But instead of getting stuck in grief, she built her life around two unshakable pillars: grit and gratitude.
Laura shares how she learned to transform obstacles into opportunities, from becoming the first blind student to earn a master’s degree in theology from Princeton to launching a global organization that helps others navigate change with courage. Her book, Harnessing Courage: Overcoming Adversity with Grit and Gratitude, dives into exactly how she did it, and in this conversation, she gives us a front-row seat to that journey.
Her approach is refreshingly real: she doesn’t sugarcoat struggle or preach toxic positivity. Instead, she shows how acknowledging hard emotions, setting long-term goals, and practicing daily gratitude can turn even the toughest transitions into growth.
What You’ll Hear About
- The real definition of grit (it’s not just pushing through)
- How daily gratitude rewires your mindset for resilience
- The difference between moving on and moving forward
- How clear communication creates connection and confidence
- Practical steps to thrive through any major life change
Laura’s story will make you rethink what’s possible—and remind you that thriving starts with how you choose to see the world.
When life comes crashing down—literally—what do you do next?
On this episode of Dancing in the Discomfort Zone, I talk with Kijuan Amey (ameymotivation.com), a U.S. Air Force veteran, blind comedian, musician, and motivational powerhouse whose story redefines what it means to rise after tragedy. One moment he was flying high, running his own business, serving in the Air Force, and chasing a pilot’s license. The next, a motorcycle accident flipped his entire world upside down.
But here’s where Kijuan’s story takes off. Instead of asking “Why me?” he wrote a book called Don’t Focus on Why Me (https://www.amazon.com/dp/1737036614?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_dp_4M53B40XBMSWFSVQBSCD_1) and built a new life around his philosophy of Winning in Life’s Lessons (WILL). From relearning to walk to turning blindness into what he calls his superpower, Kijuan embodies resilience with a side of humor. He’s now a speaker, author, and stand-up comedian who helps others see (yes, see!) that obstacles are just opportunities in disguise.
His story will make you laugh, make you think, and maybe make you question what’s really holding you back.
What You’ll Hear About
- Turning tragedy into transformation through faith, humor, and grit
- How blindness became his “superpower” for focus and empathy
- What Winning in Life’s Lessons really means in daily life
- The healing power of comedy and connection
- How to rebuild when the people you counted on disappear
Kijuan’s message: you can’t control what happens, but you can control how you rise.
Listen now for a dose of perspective, perseverance, and positivity that’ll stick with you long after the episode ends.
What if your pain, physical, emotional, even traumatic, wasn’t a life sentence, but an invitation?
In this episode of Dancing in the Discomfort Zone, I talk with Amazing Soul (www.themindfckco.com), Army veteran, mentor, and founder of The MindFCK Co., about what it really takes to heal. After years of chronic back pain, trauma, and suicidal thoughts, her turning point came when a mentor bluntly told her she was “full of it” until she took responsibility for her life. What followed was radical self-ownership, a deep dive into suppressed emotions, and a whole new way of living.
Amazing Soul now helps people shift out of survival mode and into joy. Not by “fixing” themselves, but by remembering who they truly are. With humor, raw honesty, and a philosophy built on Fun, Compassion, and Kindness, she proves that healing doesn’t have to be complicated.
What you’ll take away:
- How “having tea with your demons” can be the fastest path to freedom.
- Three core practices that can transform your life; awareness, perception, appreciation
- Why doing small things differently (neuroplasticity in action) rewires your brain for healing.
- How to move from victimhood to resilience by shifting perspective.
- The real secret: you are not broken, you just need to remember yourself.
If you’ve been searching for practical tools, tough love, and a little laughter on the way to wholeness, this episode is your sign.
- Check out her website www.themindfckco.com
- Or her book http://bit.ly/4mViv78
- We talk about the Jerry and Esther Hicks book in the interview: here it is. https://www.amazon.com/Law-Attraction-Basics-Teachings-Abraham/dp/1401912273/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0
- And we talked about the Cognitive Triad. Here's a podcast about that. Master Your Mind: Harnessing the Cognitive Triad for Positive Change | Anne Bonney: Igniting Your Courage
I’m Amazing Soul—a mentor, author, and joyful disruptor guiding women leaders to reconnect with their true selves through fun, compassion, and kindness. After healing 20 years of physical pain by sitting with my emotions, I now teach others how to shift their mindset and live from inner peace. I believe self-acceptance is the gateway to a purpose-filled life. My tools are simple, my approach is playful, and my heart is all in.
What happens when life throws you the hardest challenge—and you choose to turn grief into growth? In this episode of Dancing in the Discomfort Zone, I sit down with Gretchen Schott, (https://www.gretchenschott.com/) speaker, author, and leadership powerhouse, to talk about her new book Joy at Work When Women Lead and what it really means to bring authentic joy to the workplace.
Spoiler: joy at work isn’t about plastering on a grin. It’s about clarity, self-awareness, and leading with love; a blend of humility, courage, and being lovingly direct when it counts most.
Gretchen shares her deeply personal journey, how she reframed heartbreak into purpose, and the practical tools leaders can use to build stronger, more joyful workplaces.
What you’ll learn in this episode:
- How “cleaning the windshield” helps you banish overwhelm and get clarity
- Why the content you consume matters, and how to find true contentment
- Practical steps to protect your mental well-being and shift from burnout to joy
- Why tolerating a toxic workplace is a choice, and how to know when it’s time to move on
Whether you’re leading a team, searching for more fulfillment at work, or just craving more joy in your day-to-day, this episode is full of wisdom, heart, and actionable takeaways.
🎧 Tune in now and find your spark of joy. Want more from Gretchen? Here are the links.
https://www.gretchenschott.com/
https://www.instagram.com/leadingwell_inspirations/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/gretchenschott/
Gretchen Schott is a growth strategist, executive coach, and keynote speaker who equips leaders to lead with confidence, build trust, and create meaningful impact. As Founder of Leading Well and Chief Learning Officer at Threefold, she delivers transformative coaching, workshops, and leadership development. With over 30 years of experience across industries, she helps individuals and organizations cultivate purposeful, values-driven leadership rooted in joy, accountability, and love.
What if getting happier wasn’t about buying more, doing more, or being “fearless”, but about learning a few smart survival moves for modern life? In this episode of Dancing in the Discomfort Zone, survivalist-professor-midwife Ruth Ann Colby Martin (https://RACMedge.com) turns a year in the wild into a practical framework you can use at work, at home, and anywhere stress tries to hijack your joy. From “shelter, water, fire, food” to journaling and 15-minute sit-spots, Ruthann shows you how to protect your energy, find flow, feed your passion, and live with purpose...without building a hut or chewing on beetles. (Promise. 😉 ew!)
What you’ll take away:
- Attitude first: A simple gratitude reset that flips your brain from stress to calm so you can think clearly and feel better fast.
- Shelter–Water–Fire–Food (for life): Protect your energy, create flow, fuel your passion, and align with purpose, Ruthann’s survival map to everyday happiness.
- Two tiny habits, big results: 5–15 minutes of journaling and a daily sit-spot to quiet the mind, boost clarity, and build real resilience.
- Science-backed calm: How shifting into the brain’s alpha state improves mood, focus, and decision-making (no woo required).
- Choose your inputs: Boundaries aren’t selfish; they’re shelter. Curate news, noise, and drains to protect your joy.
If you’re craving more calm, clarity, and “I’ve got this” energy—this one’s your pocket guide to happier living, straight from the mountains… and made for the modern world.
Ruth Ann Colby Martin has spent her life seeking the Edge - pushing her personal edge where she finds growth, empowerment, and transformation. RACM has honed her skills to facilitate the growth Edge for others as an educator, speaker, midwife, and mentor with over 30 years of experience.
Blending her roles as a midwife, homesteader, adventurer, and practitioner of earth-based skills, Ruth Ann offers transformational EDGE mentoring, speaking, and programming.
After last week's conversation with Sarena Diamond, I started to think about Letting Go, and whether my perspective was right. (My perspective: Letting go is good...most of the time!) I do this a lot. "Am I wrong? I could be wrong! Let's investigate."
So I invited my friend and consummate Change Hater, Lisa Demmi (https://LisaDemmi.com) over for an argument! The question: Is Letting Go actually the right approach?
And we discussed, and argued, and you get a front row seat.
The verdict? Well, you'll have to listen to find out.
What do you do when life hands you a layoff, single parenthood, and a house full of 28 years’ worth of memories… all at once?
In this episode of Dancing in the Discomfort Zone, I sit down with organizational change powerhouse Serena Diamond (www.diamondsolutionsgroupllc.com) —former IBM exec turned entrepreneur—who shares how she navigated a major life and career pivot by betting on the one person she could trust: herself.
From leadership lessons in the trenches of corporate transformation to the deeply personal art of letting go, Serena brings the insight, the heart, and the real talk.
Whether you’re leading a team through change or leading yourself through a reinvention, this episode is full of wisdom you’ll want in your back pocket.
What You’ll Take Away:
- Why self-trust is your most valuable asset in times of change
- How curiosity (not control) builds team loyalty and growth
- What downsizing your life can teach you about leadership
- Why empathy and accountability aren’t opposites—they’re a power duo
- How to stop doing it your way and let others rise
Find Sarena on the web.
- https://www.linkedin.com/in/sarena-diamond/
- www.diamondsolutionsgroupllc.com
Sarena Diamond, CEO & Founder of Diamond Solutions Group, is an Organizational Change Expert who helps leaders bring big vision to life and turns “what if?” wonderings into “way to go!” celebrations. Sarena leverages her corporate experiences from Accenture, IBM, Pepsi Cola, and others to inspire teams to embrace change more easily and brings leaders’ visions to life in client environments ranging from Fortune 100 enterprises to PE-backed ventures.
It’s a milestone, y’all! In this solo episode, I’m throwing a little party in your ears to celebrate the 350th episode of Dancing in the Discomfort Zone! But don’t worry—it’s not just a victory lap. It’s a powerful reminder of one of the most overlooked confidence-building tools we’ve got: looking back.
If you’re stuck in “I’m not there yet” mode, this is your loving nudge to pause, reflect, and realize—you’ve already come a hell of a long way. And that matters.
Whether you’re chasing big goals, building resilience, or just trying not to lose it on a Tuesday afternoon, this quick episode will give you a dose of perspective and a permission slip to celebrate.
Takeaways You’ll Love:
+ The mindset shift that builds confidence instantly (no journal required)
+ Why “self-accountability” should also include your wins
+ Why “fearless” is a myth—and fear means you actually care
+ How to measure progress (and why it might involve cake)
Tune in, raise a glass (or a fork), and let’s keep dancing!!
Want more from your host Anne Bonney?
- https://YourChangeSpeaker.com
- Connect with me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/annebonney/
Anne Bonney, CSP®, is an electrifying keynote speaker, energizing emcee, a fun interactive workshop facilitator, and the go-to authority on resilience in change and The Self-Awareness Advantage. With two books on embracing and leading through change, the wildly popular Dancing in the Discomfort Zone Podcast, and expertise in virtual, in-person, and hybrid presentations, Anne has mastered the art of igniting courage, confidence, and resilience in even the most overwhelmed audiences. After 20 years of making several corporate and nonprofit leadership positions more delightful for everyone, she now lights up stages around the globe, helping teams and leaders embrace change, boost resilience, conquer tough conversations, and lead with emotional intelligence.
You’d better turn on the AC because this “ball of fire” delivers a blazing mix of humor, practical strategies, and unforgettable stories that will transform the way you approach challenges. Anne draws from her whirlwind of experiences—growing up overseas, running a marathon on every continent, climbing Kilimanjaro, training animals, singing opera, entertaining troops in Iraq, and even volunteering at an elephant sanctuary—to bring hilariously relatable insights that connect with any audience. She might even bring her guitar and sing a custom song!
This sparky redhead is a mindset-shifting motivator who will fire you up to embrace powerful change, inspire your team, and transform your organization. Don’t miss the chance to experience Anne’s energy and wisdom—you’ll leave laughing, learning, and ready to take on whatever comes your way!
In this episode of Dancing in the Discomfort Zone, we’re busting the myth that confidence is something you either have or don’t. (Spoiler: that’s garbage.)
Speaker, coach, and talent optimization strategist Diana Rogers Jaeger (https://www.dianarogersjaeger.com/) joins me to break down confidence into something way more approachable—and buildable. From whitewater rafting as a tiny but mighty kid to coaching leaders and Girl Scouts alike, Diana has walked the confidence talk. And now she’s handing you the tools.
Whether you’re battling self-doubt, navigating imposter syndrome, or just sick of second-guessing yourself, this episode is packed with mindset shifts and real-world strategies to help you stand taller and show up stronger.
What You’ll Walk Away With:
+ A simple 3-step framework to grow your confidence (no hype, just real talk)
+ How clarity and self-awareness quiet the noise of other people’s opinions
+ Why action—not perfection—is the secret sauce to self-trust
+ The difference between confidence and arrogance (yup, there is one!)
+ And the permission you didn’t know you needed to start now
Want more from Diana? Find her on the internet!
- https://www.dianarogersjaeger.com/
- www.createunlimitedconfidence.com
- https://www.linkedin.com/in/dianarogersjaeger/
- https://www.facebook.com/diana.rogersjaeger
You’ve met them—Two-Face Timmy, Micromanaging Maria, and Pessimistic Pete—and no, they’re not cartoon villains. They’re your coworkers… and they’re draining your soul.
In this episode of Dancing in the Discomfort Zone, I sit down with Rich Salon (aka “The HR Guy” https://www.linkedin.com/in/rich-salon-sphr-shrm-scp/) to talk about how to handle jerky workplace behavior without losing your cool—or your job. Author of The One Minute Jerk at Work (https://www.amazon.com/One-Minute-Jerk-At-Work/dp/B0FFMHFHCC), Rich brings the humor, the strategy, and the chili dogs (seriously) in a conversation that’s equal parts practical and powerful.
Whether you’re dealing with passive aggression, micromanagers, or just someone who makes meetings feel like hostage situations, you’ll walk away with tactics you can actually use.
What you'll learn:
+ How to deal with difficult people without running to HR first
+ Why curiosity beats confrontation when calling out unacceptable behavior
+ What to say when your boss is the problem
+ The real key to creating a respectful, high-performing team
+ How a massive chili dog became a humanitarian success story
Don’t miss this one—it might just make Monday morning a little more tolerable.
I mentioned Crucial Conversations in this episode. Here is a link to their site. Crucial Conversations from Crucial Learning
Helping people find career fulfillment is Rich Salon’s purpose. He accomplishes this through his work as a Human Resources leader. His expertise of the Human Resources and Employee Relations world comes from leadership roles at large companies including The Home Depot, Circuit City, Penske, and Lowe’s. His keynote speech and recent book, “The One-Minute Jerk at Work” inspires others to never tolerate unruly behavior at work. Rich is also pursuing a future role as a wish-granter for adults diagnosed with a terminal illness.
Connect with Rich on LinkedIn. https://www.linkedin.com/in/rich-salon-sphr-shrm-scp/
And GO GET THE BOOK! https://www.amazon.com/One-Minute-Jerk-At-Work/dp/B0FFMHFHCC
What do rolling your ankle, pulling coins from thin air, and publishing a book have in common? They all show up in this refreshingly honest and hilarious conversation about the messy middle of personal growth.
In this episode of Dancing in the Discomfort Zone, we’re talking to Ben Whiting (benwhiting.com) about Imposter Syndrome, rejection sensitivity dysphoria (say that five times fast), and how the secret to showing up confidently might just be admitting that you’re winging it.
You’ll hear behind-the-scenes rituals from the keynote stage, lessons from street performing (yes, really, and they're just as fun as you'd expect), and why being willing to suck at something new is the most underrated superpower in leadership...and in life.
Oh, and if you’ve ever said, “I want to write a book, but...,” this episode is especially for you.
3 Takeaways You’ll Love:
+ Confidence grows from authenticity—not perfection
+ Shift the spotlight from yourself to your audience
+ You don’t have to write well. You just have to write.
Want more from Ben? benwhiting.com
linkedin: BenWhitingSpeaker
Podcast episode with Ben's college roomie Matt Zakreski: https://ignitingyourcourage.com/blog/2025/01/13/flip-the-script-how-cognitive-flexibility-drives-success-and-leadership-with-dr-matt-zekreski/
Wait… you don’t need glitter glue to be creative? Surprise! In this episode of Dancing in the Discomfort Zone, I chat with Dr. Amy Climer —facilitator, speaker, and author of Deliberate Creative Teams—who’s on a mission to bust the myth that creativity is reserved for “artsy” people.
Amy drops some serious (and seriously fun) wisdom about how to build team creativity on purpose—not just cross your fingers and hope for an idea to magically pop out during a chaotic Zoom call.
She breaks down:
🛠️ A 4-part creative problem-solving process that works even if you're not the "idea person"
🧠 Why your team's natural strengths and blind spots might be sabotaging innovation
📈 And how structure (yes, really!) is the secret to more freedom, not less
This isn’t just theory—Amy’s strategies are backed by research and real-world experience. From her Outward Bound days to leading teams with sticky notes and Climer Cards, she’s all about making creativity practical, accessible, and actually enjoyable.
3 Key Takeaways:
🔥 Creativity = “novelty that’s valuable” (not artistic genius)
🎯 Teams need purpose, process, and deliberate creativity to thrive
🧘 Discomfort is part of the process—don’t bail when it gets messy
Whether you’re tired of the same five people dominating every brainstorm or just want better ideas, faster—this episode is your permission slip to shake things up.
🎧 Hit play and get those creative wheels turning
Want more from Dr Climer?
- Climer Consulting: climerconsulting.com
- Amy’s Book: deliberatecreativeteams.com
- Climer Cards: climercards.com
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/climerconsulting
- Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amyclimer/
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amyclimer/
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/amyclimer
- BlueSky:
Ever said “Screw it, I’ll figure it out” and leapt into something you had "no business" (according to some) doing? GOOD. That’s what we’re talking about in this fiery solo episode of Dancing in the Discomfort Zone—the bold, beautiful magic of naive arrogance.
It’s that irrational confidence that gets things moving when logic, fear, and perfectionism are trying to slam on the brakes. You don’t need a perfect plan. You need a starting point. And a little guts.
We’ll explore:
💥 Why overthinking kills action (and creativity!)
🤷♀️ How “good enough” can be the gateway to greatness
🔥 And why you should sometimes act before you feel ready
Whether you're leading a team, launching a new idea, or just trying to get unstuck, this episode gives you full permission to embrace the glorious mess of moving forward while totally winging it.
Key Takeaways:
- Bold action > perfect preparation
- The “Paradox of Choice” is real—simplify and go
- Confidence grows through doing, not waiting
🎧 Hit play and punch hesitation in the face.
Want more from your host Anne Bonney? https://YourChangeSpeaker.com
Anne Bonney, CSP®, was born to talk—just ask any of her childhood teachers who wrote "talks too much" on her report cards! Now, she’s turned that chatter into a powerhouse career, jet-setting around the globe to help overwhelmed professionals build resilience in the discomfort of change. A dynamic keynote speaker, energizing conference Emcee, two-time author, and host of the hit podcast Dancing in the Discomfort Zone, Anne lights up both virtual and in-person stages with her high-energy, relatable style. After 20 years of crushing it in corporate and nonprofit leadership positions, she now uses her hard-earned experience and fiery passion to ignite YOUR courage to build resilience in change and challenges, tackle tough conversations, and lead with emotional intelligence.
In this episode of Dancing in the Discomfort Zone, I sit down with the one and only Vaibhav Nahata, a.k.a. “Happy” (www.speakervideos.com)—a joy-fueled video marketing pro, teen speaker, and TV show producer from Nepal who has turned discomfort into his superpower.
Once the bullied kid at school, now a bold entrepreneur interviewing CEOs and inspiring youth around the world, Happy’s story is a wild ride of risk, resilience, and saying “yes” even when you have no clue what you’re doing. (Sound familiar?)
We’re talking about:
🚀 How being uncomfortable is a secret weapon for growth
📺 What pitching a TV show with zero experience can teach you about courage
🌍 And why joy isn’t just a feeling—it’s a strategy
Happy didn’t climb a ladder—he built his own out of grit, guts, and a whole lot of curiosity. If you’ve been playing it safe, this conversation might just be the nudge you need to shake things up, try something new, and lead with a little more spark.
3 Takeaways You’ll Love:
💥 Discomfort isn’t the enemy—it’s the entry point to confidence
🛠️ You don’t need to be “ready” to take the next step
🌈 Joy is fuel—build it into your leadership style
Want more from Vaibhav?
www.speakervideos.com
https://www.linkedin.com/in/nahatavaibhav/
https://www.instagram.com/championvaibhav/
Vaibhav Nahata is Managing Director at Speakervideos, a video marketing company for speakers that has helped speakers generate 100M+ views in social media leading to hundreds of engagements.
He's also an expert at SCC(Stealing chocolates and cupcakes from his mom's bakery) and suffers from "JEEZ Syndrome" ( Joyful Energy and Excitement Zest Syndrome: A disease that leads to energize people around, spark conversations and share excitement , specially about content and videos)
He's also a TV Show Presenter and a motivational speaker who's spoken to audiences from over 54 countries virtually and in-person. He built his entire speaking business using content and videos and now helps speakers around the world use the power of content grow their speaking business
Running on Empty? Let’s Talk Emotional Energy (and Why You Keep Snapping at People).
Ever find yourself saying, “I know better, but I still lost it…” or “I had every intention of staying calm… until I didn’t”? Yeah. That’s emotional energy at work—or more accurately, at low battery.
In this episode of Dancing in the Discomfort Zone, Anne Bonney dives into the unsung hero of emotional intelligence: emotional energy. It’s the fuel that powers willpower, grace under pressure, and the ability to make smart decisions even when everything around you is bananas.
We’re talking:
⚡ What emotional energy actually is (and why it’s not the same as a good night’s sleep)
😬 Why your fuse is shorter when your tank is lower
🧠 How to preserve and protect your emotional energy before a tough conversation, decision, or day
If you want to yell less, lead better, and show up with more calm and control—even when life is chaos—this episode is your recharge.
Want more from your host Anne?
https://YourChangeSpeaker.com
connect with her on LinkedIn. https://www.linkedin.com/in/annebonney/
Anne Bonney, CSP®, is an electrifying keynote speaker, energizing emcee, a fun interactive workshop facilitator, and the go-to authority on resilience in change. With two books on embracing and leading through change, the wildly popular Dancing in the Discomfort Zone Podcast, and expertise in virtual, in-person, and hybrid presentations, Anne has mastered the art of igniting courage, confidence, and resilience in even the most overwhelmed audiences. After 20 years of crushing it in corporate and nonprofit leadership positions, she now lights up stages around the globe, helping teams and leaders embrace change, boost resilience, conquer tough conversations, and lead with emotional intelligence.
You’d better turn on the AC because this “ball of fire” delivers a blazing mix of humor, practical strategies, and unforgettable stories that will transform the way you approach challenges. Anne draws from her whirlwind of experiences—growing up overseas, running a marathon on every continent, climbing Kilimanjaro, training animals, singing opera, entertaining troops in Iraq, and even volunteering at an elephant sanctuary—to bring hilariously relatable insights that connect with any audience. She might even bring her guitar and sing a custom song!
This sparky redhead is a mindset-shifting motivator who will fire you up to embrace powerful change, inspire your team, and transform your organization. Don’t miss the chance to experience Anne’s energy and wisdom—you’ll leave laughing, learning, and ready to take on whatever comes your way!
Think de-escalation is just for law enforcement? Think again.
In this episode of Dancing in the Discomfort Zone, Anne Bonney chats with Drew Moldenhauer (https://drewthespeaker.com/)—former police officer, emotional intelligence advocate, and founder of Blue Ethos (https://blue-ethos.com/) —about the surprising science and strategy behind de-escalation, communication, and psychological safety at work.
With over a decade of high-stakes experience, Drew brings powerful insights from the field into the boardroom. He explains how stress hijacks our brains (hello, amygdala!), how poor communication costs us productivity, and why “soft skills” like empathy and listening are actually power tools for leaders.
You’ll hear about:
- The “Eminem Theory” of de-escalation (yep, that Eminem)
- What’s really going on in the brain during a heated moment
- Why psychological safety isn’t fluff—it’s the foundation of innovation and trust
- Calm tone + open body language = 93% of successful communication.
Whether you're dealing with team tension, delivering hard feedback, or managing through change, this episode delivers actionable tools to help you stay calm, lead smarter, and create a safer, more connected workplace.
If you’re ready to build trust, prevent blow-ups, and lead with more clarity and care—this one’s for you.
Want more from Drew?
https://drewthespeaker.com/
https://blue-ethos.com/
linkedin.com/in/drewwmoldenhauer
Drew Moldenhauer is an author, international speaker, business owner, and college professor, as well as the visionary force behind Blue Ethos Specialized Training, where he serves as Owner and Master Instructor. He empowers clients through his Keynote speech, "High Stakes Teamwork". With over 17 years in law enforcement, Drew delivers impactful presentations on active threat response, de-escalation and situational awareness. Drew Moldenhauer shapes the future of safety through leadership and commitment to education.
Ever been in a conversation where the heat rises... fast? 🥵 In this episode of Dancing in the Discomfort Zone, Anne Bonney (https://YourChangeSpeaker.com) breaks down the power of taking a strategic timeout when emotions start to hijack a productive dialogue.
Whether it’s a tense team meeting, a tough feedback session, or a workplace conflict headed off the rails, knowing when (and how) to hit pause can be the difference between a meltdown and a breakthrough.
🎙️ You'll learn:
✔️ Why a well-timed pause is a pro move, not a cop-out
✔️ How to recognize the signs that it’s time to take a breather
✔️ What to say in the moment to preserve respect and keep the conversation on track
Tune in and get better at conflict without blowing your cool.
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Anne Bonney, CSP®, was born to talk—just ask any of her childhood teachers who wrote "talks too much" on her report cards! Now, she’s turned that chatter into a powerhouse career, jet-setting around the globe to help overwhelmed professionals build resilience in the discomfort of change. A dynamic keynote speaker, energizing conference Emcee, two-time author, and host of the hit podcast Dancing in the Discomfort Zone, Anne lights up both virtual and in-person stages with her high-energy, relatable style. After 20 years of crushing it in corporate and nonprofit leadership positions, she now uses her hard-earned experience and fiery passion to ignite YOUR courage to build resilience in change and challenges, tackle tough conversations, and lead with emotional intelligence.
What do you do when 175 acres of your beloved land go up in flames? If you’re HeatherAsh Amara (www.warriorgoddess.com), you don’t just rebuild—you listen.
In this powerful and earthy episode, author of Warrior Goddess Training and all-around badass HeatherAsh Amara shares how losing nearly everything in a wildfire became an unexpected invitation to slow down, tune in, and completely reimagine what the next chapter really looks like. Spoiler alert: it’s not about rushing to fix things—it’s about curiosity, presence, and a whole lot of composting (emotionally and literally).
From building portable eco-circles with cattle panels (yep, you read that right) to partnering with Indigenous women and mushrooms (hi, mycelium!), HeatherAsh draws some seriously unexpected parallels between land restoration and personal growth.
If you’ve ever felt burned out, broken down, or boxed in by “how things should be,” this episode is your permission slip to do things differently.
3 Juicy Takeaways:
🔥 Treat your brain like a puppy. Gentle redirection > harsh discipline.
🌱 Healing—of land or life—starts with listening before acting.
🧘 Warrior and Goddess energy live in everyone. It’s all about balance, baby.
Get ready for a heart-opening convo about resilience, authenticity, and why sometimes the best thing you can do is sit still and let the answers grow.
Want more from Heather Ash Amara?
www.warriorgoddess.com
https://heatherash.substack.com
HeatherAsh Amara is the author of nine books, including the bestselling Warrior Goddess Training and her latest book Wild, Willing, and Wise. She skillfully and unconditionally guides people to shift from self-judgment to discernment, victimhood to authentic vulnerability. Raised in Southeast Asia, HeatherAsh has traveled the world from childhood and is continually inspired by the diversity and beauty of human expression and experience. She brings this open-hearted, inclusive worldview to her writings and teachings.
Overwhelm. Burnout. So much is changing these days, and it's really easy to feel like you're being knocked around in the endless barrage of change! If you want to feel a little better about your situation, especially when things get hairy, do what we talk about in this episode. Focus on what you can CONTROL!
Thanks for listening.
Anne Bonney, CSP®, is an electrifying keynote speaker, energizing emcee, a fun interactive workshop facilitator, and the go-to authority on resilience in change. With two books on embracing and leading through change, the wildly popular Dancing in the Discomfort Zone Podcast, and expertise in virtual, in-person, and hybrid presentations, Anne has mastered the art of igniting courage, confidence, and resilience in even the most overwhelmed audiences. After 20 years of crushing it in corporate and nonprofit leadership positions, she now lights up stages around the globe, helping teams and leaders embrace change, boost resilience, conquer tough conversations, and lead with emotional intelligence.
You’d better turn on the AC because this “ball of fire” delivers a blazing mix of humor, practical strategies, and unforgettable stories that will transform the way you approach challenges. Anne draws from her whirlwind of experiences—growing up overseas, running a marathon on every continent, climbing Kilimanjaro, training animals, singing opera, entertaining troops in Iraq, and even volunteering at an elephant sanctuary—to bring hilariously relatable insights that connect with any audience. She might even bring her guitar and sing a custom song!
This sparky redhead is a mindset-shifting motivator who will fire you up to embrace powerful change, inspire your team, and transform your organization. Don’t miss the chance to experience Anne’s energy and wisdom—you’ll leave laughing, learning, and ready to take on whatever comes your way!
Connect with Anne at:
Website: YourChangeSpeaker.com
E-mail: Anne@AnneBonney.com
LinkedIn: @AnneBonney
Facebook or Instagram: @SpeakerAnneBonney
Check out the books: https://ignitingyourcourage.com/blog/2021/09/08/books/
In this profound and deeply human episode, Anne Bonney sits down with speaker and mental wellness advocate Ryan Gallik to explore a life shaped by trauma—and transformed by healing, purpose, and leadership.
As a witness to and survivor of a middle school school shooting, Ryan’s journey through grief and trauma led him to a life of service—as a firefighter, paramedic, and now the founder of the Mental Hygiene Project (www.mentalhygieneproject.com) , where he champions mental health, trauma-informed leadership, and organizational wellness.
With striking vulnerability, Ryan shares his personal story of resilience, including his own struggles with mental health and the critical moment that led him to seek therapy and support. He introduces trammunicate—a trauma-informed communication framework designed to help leaders and teams navigate emotional complexity with empathy and skill. Through this approach, he highlights how real change happens not through surface-level wellness initiatives, but through culturally competent, emotionally intelligent leadership that meets people where they are.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
- Why resilience and optimism aren’t traits—they’re skills we can build
- How trauma-informed leadership can create safer, stronger workplace cultures
- Why communication must account for unspoken, written, and visual cues—not just words
- What it takes to create true psychological safety for teams and individuals
This is a powerful conversation about humanity, healing, and the kind of leadership that helps people feel seen, valued, and supported.
Want more from Ryan?
- LinkedIn: http://linkedIn.com/in/ryangallik
- Website: www.mentalhygieneproject.com
Ryan Gallik is a professional speaker, trainer, and business consultant who helps leaders cultivate mental resilience, redefine their impact, and lead with purpose and passion. Ryan had an early career as a Firefighter/Paramedic and is the Founder and Developer of Traummunicate™ and Situational Traummunication™, and emotional intelligence and communication tool.
What if the expiration date on your current life isn’t a dead end—but an invitation to reinvent yourself?
In this inspiring, high-energy episode, Anne Bonney chats with Ken Hartley www.kenhartley.com award-winning speaker, singer, and corporate magician, about his wild and courageous career pivot at 50 years old. After 36 years leading music ministries, Ken walked away from everything stable and familiar to chase a completely different dream—and he didn’t just pivot; he pulled a full-on magic trick on his career and life.
From secret childhood magic shows to rocking stages as an inspirational illusionist, Ken shares how he turned fear into fuel and rejection into redirection. His story will challenge everything you think you know about leadership, reinvention, and what it really takes to chase a dream at any age.
In this episode, you'll discover:
- Why courage isn't about fearlessness—it's about movement despite the fear
- How true leaders speak their team's "language" to create belonging and connection (and why outdated leadership styles fail)
- The human-ness of personal reinvention—and how it can connect you to others
If you're standing at a crossroads (or just need a little push to dream bigger), Ken’s story is your sign.
Press play and prepare to be inspired—and maybe pull a little magic into your own life too.
Indiana Jones clip Ken mentions: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q-JIfjNnnMA
Want more from Ken?
- www.kenhartley.com
- www.linkedin.com/in/ken-hartley/
- www.facebook.com/kenhartleyspeaking
Ken Hartley is a CSP® (Certified Speaking Professional) with the National Speakers Association, a Certified Leader with the John Maxwell Team, and a Certified expert in DISC. He is also a recipient of the Merlin Award from the International Magicians Society for "Corporate Inspirational Magician of the Year” for 2024.
He exists to empower you see past the illusions of leadership and communication so you can become the authentic leaders others want to follow.
Ever catch yourself getting irritated because someone doesn’t think, talk, or act like you? Surprise! That’s not a character flaw on their part—it’s just reality.
In this episode, your host Anne Bonney (https://YourChangeSpeaker.com) drops a truth bomb you didn’t know you needed:
Stop expecting you from other people.
We're diving into the emotional intelligence mindset shift that can make your life so much less frustrating and your relationships a whole lot stronger. Spoiler: the goal isn’t sameness—it’s curiosity.
Anne unpacks why differences aren’t annoying—they’re essential. She offers practical ways to pause the judgment, ditch the assumptions, and start asking better questions. Instead of thinking “Why would they do that?!” it becomes “What might make them see things this way?”
That shift? It's a game-changer for connection, leadership, and even your inner peace.
In this episode, you’ll learn:
- Why expecting yourself from other people sets you up to be let down
- How to reframe differences as opportunities, not obstacles
- Simple mindset tweaks to create more harmony (at work, home, and traffic jams)
- How emotional intelligence builds belonging—and why that matters now more than ever
Next week we will dive deeper with a jaw-dropping interview with Ken Hartley—a magician, speaker, and former music minister who literally reinvented his life at 50. (You won’t believe what made him finally step into his purpose—and how EQ played a huge part.)
🎧 Hit play now and get ready to stop expecting you… and start connecting more deeply with everyone else.
Anne Bonney, CSP®, was born to talk—just ask any of her childhood teachers who wrote "talks too much" on her report cards! Now, she’s turned that chatter into a powerhouse career, jet-setting around the globe to help overwhelmed professionals build resilience in the discomfort of change. A dynamic keynote speaker, energizing conference Emcee, two-time author, and host of the hit podcast Dancing in the Discomfort Zone, Anne lights up both virtual and in-person stages with her high-energy, relatable style. After 20 years of crushing it in corporate and nonprofit leadership positions, she now uses her hard-earned experience and fiery passion to ignite YOUR courage to build resilience in change and challenges, tackle tough conversations, and lead with emotional intelligence.
Ever feel like connection is harder than ever these days? You’re not alone—but this week’s guest says it doesn’t have to be that way.
Join your host Anne Bonney as she chats with connection evangelist and keynote speaker Ginger Johnson (https://gingerjohnson.com/), who’s here to blow up the myth that human connection is complicated. (Spoiler alert: it’s not!)
From waving at strangers to building bridges in brand-new communities, Ginger drops powerful, practical truths about why belonging starts with YOU—and how the tiniest gestures can create the biggest impact. 🙌
🎯 Whether you're a leader, a speaker, or just a human who wants more genuine connection (don’t we all?), this episode delivers a mic-drop message: connection isn’t a luxury—it’s a choice. And it’s way more accessible than you think.
🔥 In this episode, we dive into:
- Why "self-connection" is the first step to authentic relationships
- How waving at a stranger can change your brain (and your community!)
- What Ginger means by “The Joy of Belonging” (aka the real J.O.B.)
- Why post-pandemic connection isn’t dead—we just forgot how to start
- Real strategies to build meaningful moments in both life and leadership
Get ready to reframe connection, rediscover your power to belong, and maybe—just maybe—wave at someone today.
Want more from Ginger?
- Speaker Reel https://gingerjohnson.com/speaker-reel/
- Website https://gingerjohnson.com/
- LinkedIn land https://www.linkedin.com/in/gingerjohnsonconnector/
- YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@GingerJohnson
“Spectacular energy”
“Endless supply of positivity”
“insightful, practical, and useful tools [that] remind you why you love the work you do”
and “completely unique … from any other speaker you hire.”
With energy and enthusiasm matched only by Anne Bonney, Ginger delights groups of all sizes, online and on-premises, across the globe.
Ginger tailors experiences for the people she serves, all powered by Human Connection.
In a world where people feel more isolated and overlooked than ever, belonging isn’t just a nice-to-have—it’s a leadership superpower. In this short but powerful episode, keynote speaker and discomfort-zone navigator Anne Bonney (https://YourChangeSpeaker.com) breaks down what it really means to create belonging for others—and how to do it with intention, whether you’re leading a team or simply showing up in your community.
Forget forced team-building or hollow “you matter” posters. Belonging is built in the micro-moments—the small, genuine signals that say: “You’re safe here. You matter. You don’t have to pretend.”
Whether you’re a manager, teammate, parent, or barista—this episode gives you concrete, real-world tactics to help people feel seen, heard, and accepted just as they are.
If you want to be the kind of person others feel safe around, trusted by, and connected to—this episode is your playbook. 🙌
🔑 Key Takeaways:
- Belonging starts with small signals. A smile, remembering someone’s name, or inviting quieter voices into the conversation can make a huge impact.
- You can’t demand belonging—you invite it. Create low-pressure, low-risk ways for others to show up authentically.
- Extend belonging beyond the workplace. From your neighborhood to your coffee shop, tiny actions ripple outward into big culture shifts.
🎧 Ready to level up your impact and build connection that actually sticks?
Press play and start building belonging—one real moment at a time.
Anne Bonney, CSP®, was born to talk—just ask any of her childhood teachers who wrote "talks too much" on her report cards! Now, she’s turned that chatter into a powerhouse career, jet-setting around the globe to help overwhelmed professionals build resilience in the discomfort of change. A dynamic keynote speaker, energizing conference Emcee, two-time author, and host of the hit podcast Dancing in the Discomfort Zone, Anne lights up both virtual and in-person stages with her high-energy, relatable style. After 20 years of crushing it in corporate and nonprofit leadership positions, she now uses her hard-earned experience and fiery passion to ignite YOUR courage to build resilience in change and challenges, tackle tough conversations, and lead with emotional intelligence.
What do unicycling in Japan, teaching English, and building a career in motivational speaking have in common? Joe Fingerhut, that’s what! (www.joefingerhut.com) In this upbeat, laugh-filled, wisdom-packed episode, Anne chats with speaker, author, and eternal curiosity-chaser Joe Fingerhut to explore what it really means to turn limitations into launchpads.
Joe’s life is proof that bold action, authentic storytelling, and relentless curiosity can transform ordinary moments into extraordinary adventures—and yes, that includes falling off a unicycle a few (dozen) times. Whether you're a speaker, parent, or just someone itching to shake things up, this convo will spark fresh perspective and practical inspiration.
🚴♂️🔥 Key Takeaways:
- Turn “I can’t” into “How can I?”
Joe shares how mindset flips unlock surprising opportunities. - Success starts with curiosity.
Explore Joe’s six-step process to unlock potential (and contagious joy). - Raise brave kids.
Joe talks parenting with purpose, adventure, and growth mindset. - Think like a pro.
Strategic tools (like QuickBooks!) and goals helped Joe level up his speaking business and his life. - Real stories connect.
Joe breaks down how vulnerability and authenticity build trust and impact.
👉 Tune in to laugh, learn, and maybe even get inspired to try something weird, wonderful, and a little uncomfortable. Like… a unicycle. Or chasing that big dream you’ve been shelving.
For more from Joe, check out his website www.joefingerhut.com
or on the socials @joefingerhut (FB, IG, Linkedin)
Joe Fingerhut is founder of the global “How Can I?” movement, inspiring people to unlock potential and possibility. In the 8 years after college, Joe Fingerhut traveled to 30 countries on 6 continents, then settled home in St. Louis, Missouri, and pursued a series of dream jobs, including: DJ, magician, uncicyler, and motivational speaker. Joe loves any adventure with his wife and two kids, but especially looks forward to their month in Japan every summer.
Ever had a bold idea or dream and immediately heard, “Are you sure that’s a good idea?” or “What if it doesn’t work?” Cue the naysayers. 🙄
In this episode with your host Anne Bonney (https://YourChangeSpeaker.com), we’re unpacking the well-meaning, fear-fueled advice that often shows up just as we’re about to take a leap. (pair those with the voice of doubt already yelling "WTF ARE YOU DOING???", and NOT doing something starts to look pretty tempting.) The truth is, most naysayers aren't out to sabotage your dreams—they're trying to protect you. But if we’re not careful, their fear can become your hesitation... and that’s when dreams stall.
Let’s shift the way we hear those voices. Instead of caving to pressure, what if we got curious about the why behind their doubt—and then made our own empowered choices anyway?
🎙️ This episode dives into:
- Why naysayers often come from a place of love (but their advice isn’t always helpful)
- How to tell the difference between real red flags and projected fears
- Tools to stay grounded in your vision—even when others can’t see it yet
If you’ve ever second-guessed yourself because someone else did first, this one’s for you. Hit play and get ready to reframe the noise so you can keep moving forward with confidence.
Anne Bonney, CSP® (https://YourChangeSpeaker.com), is a high-energy keynote speaker, engaging emcee, and transformational workshop facilitator specializing in resilience, change leadership, emotional intelligence, and courageous communication. Known as the go-to authority on embracing change and thriving through discomfort, Anne delivers unforgettable and fun keynotes and corporate trainings—both in-person and virtually—that spark confidence, connection, and resilience in audiences around the world.
With over 20 years of experience in corporate and nonprofit leadership, Anne brings practical, real-world strategies that empower teams to navigate change, lead with emotional intelligence, and tackle tough conversations head-on. She's the author of two impactful books on leading through change and host of the top-rated Dancing in the Discomfort Zone Podcast (you're here now! You already know that!), where she interviews people (some thought-leaders, some regular people who have experienced challenges) and shares content to help YOU get more comfortable being uncomfortable and build your resilience in transition and uncertainty!
Anne’s unforgettable presentations blend humor, heart, and high-energy storytelling—drawing on her wildly diverse experiences: from growing up overseas, training animals, and climbing Kilimanjaro to running marathons on all seven continents, singing opera, and entertaining troops in Iraq. She might even surprise your audience with a custom song on her guitar!
Whether you’re planning a leadership retreat, sales kickoff, association event, or hybrid conference, Anne Bonney is the motivational speaker who will light up your stage, fire up your people, and leave them ready to embrace change, boost resilience, and lead boldly.
Ready to trade safe and expected for wild and extraordinary? In this bold and inspiring episode, Steve Fredlund (https://stevefredlund.com/) takes us on a journey from buttoned-up actuary to gorilla-hugging nonprofit founder (ok, he didn't HUG the gorilla...listen in to find out what he actually did!). He's a professional speaker, and author of Do the Unright Thing. Spoiler alert: the magic didn’t happen when he followed the "rules"—it happened when he didn’t.
Steve’s story is a masterclass in what can happen when you ditch the “right” path and say yes to discomfort, curiosity, and the road less traveled (literally—he starts off with a life-changing story from deep in the Rwandan jungle 🦍).
Whether you're stuck in a career that looks good on paper but feels wrong in your gut, or just craving more meaning in your life, this episode will fire you up to color outside the lines.
🔥 Key Takeaways:
- Extraordinary doesn’t live in your comfort zone—you have to be willing to do the “un-right” thing to find it.
- Impact starts with listening. Steve shares how trusting local leadership transformed his nonprofit work in Rwanda.
- Growth and courage go hand-in-hand—especially when you’re letting go of security to pursue your passion.
- “Un-right” choices don’t guarantee success, but they open the door to magic.
- Living your own life means rewriting the rules—and maybe tearing up the whole rulebook.
👉 Tune in for inspiration, unforgettable stories, and a nudge (okay, maybe a shove) to follow your own “un-right” path.
Want more from Steve? Check out the interwebs!
- https://stevefredlund.com/
- LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/stevefredlund/
- Watch him speaking in person! - https://youtu.be/wTz3Flwwhf4
- Grab Steve's book. https://www.amazon.com/Do-Unright-Thing-Memoir-Pleaser/dp/B0CRVJQMGW
Steve Fredlund is a breakthrough expert and founder of The Safari Way, a global movement to help individuals, teams and organizations breakthrough the “good” to reach the extraordinary. His 30 years as a corporate actuary, nonprofit executive, entrepreneur, and leader of African safaris combine into award-winning keynotes, transformational trainings, and bestselling books.
Ever feel like you’re stuck in a mental game of tug-of-war between what you should do and what you actually want to do? Welcome to the club, my friend—membership: basically everyone. In this episode, your host Anne Bonney (https://YourChangeSpeaker.com) dives into the oh-so-human struggle between following the path society (or family or convention) paved for us… and the one that lights our own fire.
This isn’t about being reckless or rebellious (we’re not talking illegal shenanigans here), but about tuning into the quiet inner voice that whispers, “There’s more for you.”
🎙️ Buckle up for a real-talk ride through:
- Why “should” can feel safe—but suck the soul out of your decision-making.
- How to spot when you’re making choices to please, impress, or perform.
- Several juicy self-reflection questions to help you break free from the Should Shackles.
- The unexpected power of asking, “Whose voice is in my head right now?”
- Why saying “yes” to one thing might mean saying “no” to another.
If you've ever ignored your gut in favor of playing nice, blending in, or keeping the peace—you’re gonna want to hear this.
👉 Press play and give yourself permission to go against the grain!
Anne Bonney, CSP®, is a high-energy keynote speaker, engaging emcee, and transformational workshop facilitator specializing in resilience, change leadership, emotional intelligence, and courageous communication. Known as the go-to authority on embracing change and thriving through discomfort, Anne delivers unforgettable and fun keynotes and corporate trainings—both in-person and virtually—that spark confidence, connection, and resilience in audiences around the world.
With over 20 years of experience in corporate and nonprofit leadership, Anne brings practical, real-world strategies that empower teams to navigate change, lead with emotional intelligence, and tackle tough conversations head-on. She's the author of two impactful books on leading through change and host of the top-rated Dancing in the Discomfort Zone Podcast (you're here now! You already know that!), where she interviews people (some thought-leaders, some regular people who have experienced challenges) and shares content to help YOU get more comfortable being uncomfortable and build your resilience in transition and uncertainty!
Anne’s unforgettable presentations blend humor, heart, and high-energy storytelling—drawing on her wildly diverse experiences: from growing up overseas, training animals, and climbing Kilimanjaro to running marathons on all seven continents, singing opera, and entertaining troops in Iraq. She might even surprise your audience with a custom song on her guitar!
Whether you’re planning a leadership retreat, sales kickoff, association event, or hybrid conference, Anne Bonney is the motivational speaker who will light up your stage, fire up your people, and leave them ready to embrace change, boost resilience, and lead boldly.
What if joy was the key to economic recovery? That’s exactly what consumer strategist and data whiz Lisa W. Miller (https://www.lwm-associates.com/) discovered when the world turned upside down in 2020. Instead of getting stuck in fear and uncertainty, Lisa had a bold realization: When joy is greater than fear, everything starts to turn around.
Armed with this insight, she launched the Journey Back to Joy research project, gathering a staggering 78,000+ surveys over five years. Her groundbreaking data didn’t just track what makes people happy—it became a leading economic indicator, landing her on the pages of The Wall Street Journal and NBC Nightly News.
💡 Joy vs. Fear: The surprising connection between happiness and economic recovery.
💡 Data that Predicts the Future: How Lisa’s research became a crystal ball for businesses.
💡 The Youth Crisis: What her data reveals about job satisfaction and social connection.
💡 The “Joy Wave” Hypothesis: Can joy really be contagious? Lisa says yes!
💡 The Power of Connection: Why human interaction beats digital convenience every time.
If you’re ready for a fresh, data-backed perspective on happiness, business, and the economy, this episode is a must-listen! 🎙️✨
All the places you can find Lisa are here https://linktr.ee/lisawmiller
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BIO:
Lisa W. Miller is a consumer strategist, researcher, and author with three decades of experience. As Vice President of Innovation at Brinker International and Vice President of Insights at Frito Lay/PepsiCo, she led transformative initiatives. Her groundbreaking Journey Back to Joy research, based on over 78,000 consumer interviews, became a key indicator of economic recovery during the pandemic. A trusted media resource to the WSJ, Fox New, and more, her work has been featured in over 250 media interviews. Lisa is a Certified Speaking Professional (CSP), blending storytelling and data-driven insights driving business growth and meaningful connections.
When the Job Hunt Drags On: Laurie’s Journey from Unemployed to Unstoppable
Job searching is rough—but nine months of rejection? That’s next-level tough. In this episode, Laurie gets real about what it’s like to be a seasoned professional suddenly feeling unemployable in a brutal job market. From self-doubt to ageism to the soul-crushing sting of rejection emails, she shares the highs, the lows, and the surprising lessons she learned along the way.
But this story isn’t just about struggle—it’s about resilience, reinvention, and the power of knowing what truly matters. Tune in for a candid, insightful, and (yes) hopeful conversation about bouncing back when your confidence takes a hit.
🔹 Title vs. Happiness: Why Laurie chose work-life balance over a bigger, shinier role.
🔹 Ageism Alert: The unexpected factor that made her job search even harder.
🔹 Rejection Overload: How she handled the emotional toll of constant “nos.”
🔹 Network = Net Worth: The real MVP in her job hunt (hint: it wasn’t online applications).
🔹 Lessons in Leadership: What this experience taught her about hiring, culture fit, and passion.
If you’ve ever struggled with job search burnout or wondered why the heck you’re not landing offers, this one’s for you!
What do business strategy, leadership coaching, and fronting a metal band have in common? Amber Swenor! (https://www.amber-swenor.com/) This powerhouse entrepreneur and rockstar joins us to talk about the wild, sometimes uncomfortable journey of living authentically—even when the world expects you to fit into a neatly labeled box.
From trying to play by the rules in pageants (until she unleashed a bold, unexpected musical number) to navigating the messy middle of transitioning her business, Amber gets real about what it takes to own your voice. She also dives into how writing her book, Unleashed, helped her heal generational wounds and step into her power.
If you’ve ever struggled with embracing your true self—at work, in life, or on stage—this episode will leave you inspired to turn up the volume on YOU. 🎤💥
Key Takeaways:
🔹 The courage to live authentically, even when it’s uncomfortable
🔹 Navigating the messy middle of transitioning businesses and finding focus
🔹 The value of involving a team in defining core values and culture
🔹 The personal growth and healing that has come from entrepreneurial challenges
🔹 The power of looking back on moments of courage to inspire the present
Want more from Amber?
https://www.soul-seed.com/
https://www.amber-swenor.com/
https://www.facebook.com/amber.swenor/
https://www.facebook.com/MorningstarMetalBand
https://www.linkedin.com/in/amberswenor/
A heart-centered metalhead business strategist is a real thing—and you’re about to meet her! My guest today is Amber Swenor, a leadership coach, business strategist, speaker, musician, and author of the Wall Street Journal bestseller Unleashed: A Been There Rocked That Guide to Radical Authenticity in Life and Business, which was named the 2023 Most Inspirational Book of the Year. As the founder of an award-winning brand strategy agency, Amber scaled the business to over $1M in revenue in under five years. She then embraced the discomfort of transformation to align more deeply with her purpose, rebranding as Soul Seed Strategy. Today, Amber empowers leaders to step into their authenticity, align their businesses with their soul’s purpose, and create thriving teams and
What happens when you embrace life’s uncertainties and rewrite the rules as you go? In this episode of Dancing in the Discomfort Zone, Anne Bonney chats with Carmen Mims (https://www.relaxathand.com/), a fearless adventurer and holistic wellness practitioner who turned depression into discovery and boundaries into breakthroughs. From a silent Vipassana retreat to life-changing moments in Thailand, Carmen shares how stepping out of her comfort zone reshaped her perspective, her career, and her relationships.
🔑 Key Takeaways:
- How discomfort can reveal your true path.
- The unexpected career nudges that led Carmen to massage therapy.
- Insights from a transformational trip to Thailand and leading her own retreat.
- Why setting boundaries is a superpower.
Ready to redefine your relationship with fear and discomfort? Hit play and step into the zone of personal growth!
Fasten your seatbelt—this episode is about to take off! Anne Bonney welcomes Emma Henderson (www.emma-henderson.com), a former airline captain, leadership expert, and charity founder, to share her journey of resilience, leadership, and making a difference. Emma’s story takes you from the skies to the frontlines of the pandemic, with lessons that will inspire you to lead with humanity, humility, and humor.
What You’ll Discover in This Episode
- How a 10-Year-Old Girl Dreamed of Flying High:
Emma’s fascination with aviation began at age 10 with a chance encounter at an airport. Find out how her unconventional path led her to the captain’s seat in a male-dominated industry. - Grounded but Not Defeated:
A neurological disorder once clipped her wings, but Emma turned failure into fuel for growth. Curious about what she learned from being grounded? Tune in to hear her take on resilience and the value of embracing setbacks. - The Birth of Project Wingman:
When the pandemic grounded planes, Emma co-founded a charity that brought airline crews together to support frontline medical staff. Discover how this initiative grew into a nationwide movement, complete with mobile lounges and even an MBE from the Queen! - Leadership Lessons from 35,000 Feet:
Emma’s time as a captain taught her the power of decision-making, teamwork, and leading under pressure. She now shares her principles of "Grounded Leadership" that prioritize humanity, humility, and humor. - Life Beyond the Skies:
From writing her book Grounded to planning a new project about pandemic resilience, Emma’s story is still unfolding. Could her leadership insights change how you approach challenges? - Plans Over Resolutions:
Emma’s philosophy? Purposeful plans beat fleeting resolutions every time. How does this approach shape her leadership style and personal growth? Listen to find out!
Why You Need to Tune In
This episode is packed with wisdom, inspiration, and plenty of surprises. Emma’s story isn’t just for aspiring pilots—it’s for anyone who wants to rise above setbacks, lead with purpose, and make a lasting impact.
**🎧 Ready for takeoff? Hit play now to uncover Emma’s secrets to resilience, grounded leadership, and turning challenges into opportunities to soar.
Want more from Emma?**www.linkedin.com/in/emma-henderson-speaker
www.emma-henderson.com
Book: https://www.emma-henderson.com/store/p/nv1ngu6mup4daujb7r8i0yc9csrwdw
Until September 2020 Emma was one of fewer than 500 female airline captains
in the world and had made her mark on the industry as a Peer Support Mentor,
Brand Ambassador, Fear of Flying presenter, and had become known as
Captain Emma in ITVs fly on the wall documentary Inside the Cockpit.
It was this platform and the niche she had carved for herself as a natural and
empathetic leader, that allowed her to launch Project Wingman in response to
the global pandemic, mobilising thousands of grounded aircrew across the
country to provide well-being support to frontline NHS staff.
Now, an award winning CEO of the charity she founded, and with an MBE to her
name, Emma draws on her experiences over more than three decades in the air
deliver lessons that transfer from the flight deck to the board room, inspiring all
who hear her with
Get ready for a dynamic dive into unlocking human potential with Speaker and executive performance coach Cindra Kamphoff (https://cindrakamphoff.com/)! In this upbeat episode, Cindra reveals her inspiring journey from competitive athlete to a sought-after mindset mentor for high-profile clients—including the Minnesota Vikings. With a mix of personal anecdotes, practical tips, and a spunky attitude, she shows how embracing fear and discomfort can actually fuel your growth.
What you'll hear in this episode:
- Fear Facts: Discover why courage isn’t about the absence of fear, but about moving forward in spite of it.
- Learn, Burn, Return: Learn this simple yet powerful method to process mistakes quickly and bounce back stronger.
- Control What You Can: Find out how focusing on what’s within your control—your attitude, preparation, and effort—can lead to high performance.
- Purpose-Driven Performance: Explore how defining your purpose can guide your decisions and supercharge your performance in sports, business, and everyday life.
Whether you're chasing excellence on the field, in the boardroom, or in your personal endeavors, this episode offers lively insights and actionable strategies to help you perform at your peak. Tune in for a fun, insightful, and downright spunky conversation that might just change the way you think about fear, growth, and success!
Want more from Cindra?
www.cindrakamphoff.com
www.freementalbreakthrough.com
www.mentallystronginstitute.com
Link to her podcast: https://cindrakamphoff.com/podcast/
We also mentioned Richard Leider's book, The Power of Purpopse: https://richardleider.com/books/the-power-of-purpose-3rd-edition/
Dr. Cindra Kamphoff is an award-winning keynote speaker and certified mental performance coach for leaders, athletes, and championship teams. She has provided mental training for the Minnesota Vikings for four years, working one-on-one with the players. Cindra worked with the United States Olympic Track and Field team while they were in Tokyo working with the athletes one-on-one to help them train their minds.
She is the author of an Amazon bestseller, Beyond Grit: Ten Powerful Practices to Gain the High Performance Edge and the corresponding workbook. She is the owner of the Mentally Strong Institute, a firm that provides mental training to leaders and athletes. Her podcast, The High Performance Mindset podcast, has over 2 million downloads and is ranked in the .5% of all podcasts where she interviews thought leaders about mindset.
Tired of feeling let down by life’s curveballs? Whether it’s annoying experiences or frustrating people (you know the ones), Anne’s got the ultimate mindset hack to help you rise above the chaos! Learn how to stop sweating the small stuff, sidestep disappointment, and take on life with a fresh perspective. This episode is your fast pass to a frustration-free mindset—don’t miss it!
Your host Anne Bonney, CSP® (https://YourChangeSpeaker.com), was born to talk—(just ask any of her childhood teachers who wrote "talks too much" on her report cards!) Now, she’s turned that chatter into a powerhouse career, jet-setting around the globe to help overwhelmed professionals build resilience in the discomfort of change. A dynamic keynote speaker, energizing conference Emcee, two-time author, and host of the hit podcast Dancing in the Discomfort Zone, Anne lights up both virtual and in-person stages with her high-energy, relatable style. After 20 years of crushing it in corporate and nonprofit leadership positions, she now uses her hard-earned experience and fiery passion to ignite YOUR courage to build resilience in change and challenges, tackle tough conversations, and lead with emotional intelligence.
What does it take to develop true bravery? In this episode of Dancing in the Discomfort Zone, Anne Bonney sits down with Jill Schulman—Marine Corps veteran, corporate leadership expert, and positive psychology researcher—to explore how bravery is built, not born. Jill shares actionable insights on stepping out of your comfort zone, balancing optimism with realism, and creating a "bravery muscle" that grows stronger over time.
Meet Jill Schulman
- Former Marine turned corporate leader and entrepreneur, Jill now focuses on the science of bravery.
- Her journey includes research in positive psychology and her upcoming book, a parable packed with lessons on courage and resilience (coming in 2025!).
A Peek into Bravery-Building
Jill outlines her three pillars of bravery:
- Brave Mindset: Cultivate self-trust and beliefs that prepare you for challenges.
- Brave Actions: Take meaningful, smart steps beyond your comfort zone.
- Brave Relationships: Build a supportive network to guide and cheer you on.
But there’s so much more to discover! Jill shares relatable stories, from small personal wins to overcoming workplace negativity, all while emphasizing the power of evidence-based strategies.
Why Listen?
This episode isn’t about motivational fluff—it’s a masterclass in blending positive psychology with real-life bravery. You’ll learn how to take action, create meaningful connections, and shift your mindset to tackle life’s challenges head-on.
**🎧 Tune in to uncover Jill’s practical tips, surprising insights, and the one concept from positive psychology that’s often overlooked but absolutely essential. Ready to build your bravery? Press play now!
Want more from Jill?**jillschulman.com
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jillaschulman/
https://www.instagram.com/jillschulman
https://breakthroughleadershipgroup.com/Jill Schulman is a former USMC officer, leadership expert, happiness scientist, and keynote speaker who specializes in helping individuals and teams unlock their potential through the science of bravery. With a diverse background spanning military service, corporate leadership, and academia, Jill combines research-based insights with real-world experience to empower others to push limits, embrace bold goals, and elevate their impact—all while enhancing well-being and life satisfaction.
🚦 Stuck in Hesitation Nation? 🚦 You know you need to act, but fear’s got you frozen like a deer in the headlights! What if it doesn’t go as planned? What if you fail? Sound familiar? This week, Anne’s dishing out her secret sauce for finding those 3 seconds of courage to punch fear in the face, shake off the doubt, and take action! Whether it’s a bold decision, a tough conversation, or just getting off your butt and going to the gym, this episode is your kickstart to GO MODE!
Tune in for the boost you didn’t know you needed! 💥 #Courage #ActionSteps #PodcastPower
Your host Anne Bonney, CSP® (https://YourChangeSpeaker.com), was born to talk—(just ask any of her childhood teachers who wrote "talks too much" on her report cards!) Now, she’s turned that chatter into a powerhouse career, jet-setting around the globe to help overwhelmed professionals build resilience in the discomfort of change. A dynamic keynote speaker, energizing conference Emcee, two-time author, and host of the hit podcast Dancing in the Discomfort Zone, Anne lights up both virtual and in-person stages with her high-energy, relatable style. After 20 years of crushing it in corporate and nonprofit leadership positions, she now uses her hard-earned experience and fiery passion to ignite YOUR courage to build resilience in change and challenges, tackle tough conversations, and lead with emotional intelligence.
In this episode of Dancing in the Discomfort Zone, Anne Bonney dives into an insightful conversation with productivity powerhouse and author Marcey Rader. Together, they tackle the challenges of finding balance, reclaiming your workday, and prioritizing mental health for long-term success. If you’ve ever felt like you’re juggling too much, this episode is your golden ticket to a healthier, more sustainable approach to productivity.
Meet Marcey Rader: From Burnout to Balance
Anne kicks off the episode with her trademark energy, introducing Marcey Rader, a wellness expert with a knack for transforming overachievers into balanced high-performers. Marcey shares her personal journey from an overworked professional with Hashimoto’s disease and burnout to an advocate for health-powered productivity. Through vulnerable storytelling, she reveals the wake-up call that shifted her focus: realizing her relentless hustle was negatively impacting her health, relationships, and overall happiness.
What Is Health-Powered Productivity?
Marcey explains her revolutionary concept of health-powered productivity, emphasizing that true efficiency comes from prioritizing well-being. She recounts her struggles with nonstop travel and competitive athletic pursuits, which led to a tipping point of physical and emotional exhaustion. Her message? Productivity isn’t just about getting more done—it’s about thriving while you do it.
Key Insights from Marcey’s New Book: Reclaim Your Work Day
Marcey’s new book, Reclaim Your Work Day, is packed with actionable strategies to help you take control of your time and energy. Whether you’re an individual contributor, manager, or C-suite executive, the book offers practical tips tailored to your role. Highlights include:
- Email and Chat Management: Learn how to avoid anticipatory stress!
- Sustainable Meetings: Tips to run efficient, meaningful meetings.
- Time Off and Habits: Discover the importance of stepping away.
- Customizable Solutions: From employees to executives!
Marcey also introduces her “Reclaim Your Work Day Live” service, designed to bring these principles into the workplace through training and support.
The Hidden Danger of Anticipatory Stress
Ever felt like you’re always “on call,” even during downtime? Marcey dives into the concept of anticipatory stress—the pressure that builds when employees (or their families!) expect constant availability. She offers actionable tips to combat this phenomenon, like setting clear boundaries and leading by example as a manager.
A Mindset Shift for a Healthier Life
One of the most powerful moments in the episode comes when Marcey discusses her TEDx talk, The Relentless Pursuit of More. She shares how a high school student connected with her message, proving that vulnerability and authenticity can inspire change. Marcy encourages listeners to rethink their relationship with productivity, recognizing the importance of saying no, setting boundaries, and focusing on what truly matters.
Why You’ll Love This Episode
If you’ve ever struggled with burnout, battled the “always-on” culture, or wondered how to balance career ambitions with personal fulfillment, this episode is for you. Anne and Marcey keep it real, delivering practical advice with humor and heart.
Want more from Marcey?
www.helloraderco.com
www.marceyrader.com
www.reclaimyourworkday.com
Master Your Mind Through Mastering the Cognitive Triad
Negative thoughts, negative feelings, negative actions—sound familiar? It’s a vicious cycle, right? Well, Aaron Beck nailed it back in the 1960s with his concept of the Cognitive Triad, which explains how our thoughts, emotions, and actions are all connected in a big feedback loop. But here’s the kicker: it works for positive thoughts too! 🎉
💡 What You’ll Learn in This Episode
If you’ve ever felt stuck in a spiral of negativity, this episode is your golden ticket to freedom! Anne Bonney dives into:
- The Cognitive Triad 101: What it is, how it works, and why it’s the key to unlocking better emotional intelligence.
- Positive Thinking FTW: How to flip the script from negative to positive and create a cascade of good vibes, less stress and better results.
- Emotional Intelligence Hacks: Why some people struggle to control their emotions and how you can level up your EQ like a pro.
- The Magic Question: The one game-changing question to ask yourself when negativity creeps in.
- A Fun, Actionable Exercise: A simple (and fun!) practice you can do anytime to defuse negativity so you can communciate better and strengthen relationships.
🙌 Why It Matters
When you take control of your cognitive triad, you’re not just managing your emotions—you’re transforming your relationships, your communication skills, your internal experience and ultimately, your life. The best part? You can keep improving your emotional intelligence forever. Yep, no expiration date here!
🔥 Why This Episode is a Must-Listen
Let’s face it: emotional intelligence isn’t just a buzzword—it’s a superpower. And if you’re tuning into this podcast, you’re already ahead of the curve! 🎧 Anne’s got the insights, strategies, and humor to make this concept stick and inspire you to take action.
👉 Don’t Miss Out!
Hit play now and learn how to harness the power of the cognitive triad to conquer negativity, spark positivity, and own your emotions. Because when you master your mind, the rest of your life falls into place. 💪
For more from Anne go to Https://YourChangeSpeaker.com
Anne Bonney, CSP®, is an electrifying keynote speaker, energizing emcee, a fun interactive workshop facilitator, and the go-to authority on resilience in change. With two books on embracing and leading through change, the wildly popular Dancing in the Discomfort Zone Podcast, and expertise in virtual, in-person, and hybrid presentations, Anne has mastered the art of igniting courage, confidence, and resilience in even the most overwhelmed audiences. After 20 years of crushing it in corporate and nonprofit leadership positions, she now lights up stages around the globe, helping teams and leaders embrace change, boost resilience, conquer tough conversations, and lead with emotional intelligence.
You’d better turn on the AC because this “ball of fire” delivers a blazing mix of humor, practical strategies, and unforgettable stories that will transform the way you approach challenges. Anne draws from her whirlwind of experiences—growing up overseas, running a marathon on every continent, climbing Kilimanjaro, training animals, singing opera, entertaining troops in Iraq, and even volunteering at an elephant sanctuary—to bring hilariously relatable insights that connect with any audience. She might even bring her guitar and sing a custom song!
This sparky redhead is a mindset-shifting motivator who will fire you up to embrace powerful change, inspire your team, and transform your organization. Don’t miss the chance to experience Anne’s energy and wisdom—you’ll leave laughing, learning, and ready to take on whatever comes your way!
🎉 Bend, Don’t Break: Unlocking the Power of Cognitive Flexibility with Dr. Matt Zakreski! 🎉
Life’s curveballs got you stuck? Rigid responses dragging you down? Fear not! In this electrifying episode of Dancing in the Discomfort Zone, your fearless host Anne Bonney teams up with the brilliant and oh-so-relatable Dr. Matt Zakreski, a clinical psychologist who’s rewriting the playbook on neurodivergence, empathy, and how to seriously level up your cognitive game.
🤯 What’s Cognitive Flexibility, Anyway?
It’s your secret weapon for navigating life like a ninja—flipping perspectives, breaking free of assumptions, and seeing possibilities where others see problems. Anne and Dr. Matt break it all down with humor, heart, and a big ol’ dose of real talk.
🧠 Brains of All Shapes and Sizes
Dr. Matt, the ultimate cheerleader for “different brains” (think autism, ADHD, giftedness, and dyslexia), serves up insights that’ll make you rethink what it means to truly understand others. Spoiler alert: It starts with ditching the neurotypical mold and leaning into empathy.
🔍 Stay Curious, My Friends
Curiosity isn’t just for cats—it’s your cognitive superpower! Anne and Dr. Matt share jaw-dropping examples of how asking “What else could be true?” can defuse tension and open doors you didn’t even know existed.
😬 When Setbacks Strike
Dr. Matt spills the tea on a hilarious bartending blunder and how his manager’s rigid response made things worse. He flips the script with a better, more flexible way to handle failure, turning facepalm moments into gold-star growth opportunities. Perfect for all you people leaders out there.
💡 Game On: Practical Hacks for Everyday Life
Here's our favorite part of the episode. Try Dr. Matt’s “Guess the Story” game, where you dream up alternative explanations for people’s behavior. It’s like CrossFit for your empathetic brain—minus the burpees. (thank goodness because burpees are terrible.)
💎 Key Takeaways to Transform Your Life:
- Cognitive flexibility = empathy, adaptability, and next-level success.
- Curiosity isn’t optional; it’s essential.
- Failures? They’re just the universe’s way of handing you a learning moment.
- Perspective-taking is the cheat code for better relationships and smoother sailing through life’s challenges.
So, what are you waiting for? Smash that play button, grab your favorite beverage, and get ready to dance through discomfort with Anne and Dr. Matt. Because life’s better when you bend instead of break. 💃🕺
Want more from Dr Matt?
https://www.drmattzakreski.com/
https://vimeo.com/drmattzakreski
https://www.facebook.com/drmattzakreski/
https://www.instagram.com/drmattzakreski
Go get Dr Matt's book; The Neurdiversity Playbook. https://www.drmattzakreski.com/the-neurodiversity-playbook
Matthew "Dr. Matt" Zakreski, PsyD is a professional speaker and clinical psychologist who specializes in working with neurodivergent (gifted, 2e, ADHD, Autism, Dyslexia, etc.) people. He has spoken nearly a thousand times all over the world about supporting neurodivergent people in all walks of life, from schools to college
HAPPY NEW YEAR!!! I've had a few people recently ask me, "Why do you call it Dancing in the Discomfort Zone podcast?". It's a great question, and I can't believe that in 317 episodes, I've never explained that! So we dedicated this podcast to explaining why we call it that!
If you want a little more on my feelings about Embracing the Unfamiliar, check out my TedX talk. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wSL6tVD__po
And if you want more about your host, Anne Bonney, go to https://AnneBonney.ninja. (.com will work too, but where's the fun in that!)
Anne Bonney, CSP®, is an electrifying keynote speaker, energizing emcee, a fun interactive workshop facilitator, and the go-to authority on resilience in change. With two books on embracing and leading through change, the wildly popular Dancing in the Discomfort Zone Podcast, and expertise in virtual, in-person, and hybrid presentations, Anne has mastered the art of igniting courage, confidence, and resilience in even the most overwhelmed audiences. After 20 years of crushing it in corporate and nonprofit leadership positions, she now lights up stages around the globe, helping teams and leaders embrace change, boost resilience, conquer tough conversations, and lead with emotional intelligence.
You’d better turn on the AC because this “ball of fire” delivers a blazing mix of humor, practical strategies, and unforgettable stories that will transform the way you approach challenges. Anne draws from her whirlwind of experiences—growing up overseas, running a marathon on every continent, climbing Kilimanjaro, training animals, singing opera, entertaining troops in Iraq, and even volunteering at an elephant sanctuary—to bring hilariously relatable insights that connect with any audience. She might even bring her guitar and sing a custom song!
This sparky redhead is a mindset-shifting motivator who will fire you up to embrace powerful change, inspire your team, and transform your organization. Don’t miss the chance to experience Anne’s energy and wisdom—you’ll leave laughing, learning, and ready to take on whatever comes your way!
As the end of 2024 comes careening towards us like the ground does for a skydiver who just realized their parachute isn't working, we here at Dancing in the DZ Podcast want to THANK YOU for your loyalty and for listening, and let you in on what we have planned in 2025 to continue to help you become stronger and more resilient with whatever mess 2025 has in store for us.
Happy Holidays, and we'll see you next year.
This week, we’re turning traditional networking on its head with the bold and brilliant Donnie Boivin, founder of Success Champion Networking and host of the Bad Ass Business Summit! (https://successchampionnetworking.com/) If you’ve ever been stuck in the awkward referral loop at networking events, this episode is your ticket to breaking free and doing networking the right way.
What’s in this powerhouse episode?
Donnie spills his guts on building one of the fastest-growing networking organizations after tackling his own entrepreneurial challenges. His no-fluff approach to B2B networking is packed with insights that’ll make you rethink your entire strategy whether you're a B2B networker, or just trying to network to further your career.
Key Nuggets You’ll Love:
- Ditch the Referral Rat Race: Instead of chasing random referrals, Donnie shows how to laser-focus on finding your ideal referral partners—the folks who can really move the needle for your business.
- Teach to Connect: Want to be unforgettable? Share practical tips and actionable insights during your networking interactions. People remember those who help them level up!
- Own the Stage: Donnie dives into the magic of overcoming public speaking fears to showcase your expertise through workshops, conferences, podcasts—you name it.
Don’t miss Donnie’s pro tips on structuring networking meetings, staying top-of-mind, and rocking the "give and get" philosophy. Plus, hear all about his Bad Ass Business Summit (https://badassbusinesssummit.com/) and how it’s changing the game for entrepreneurs hungry for success. (I wanna go!)
Want more from Donnie? Here are the deets
- https://www.linkedin.com/in/donnieboivin/
- https://successchampionnetworking.com/
- https://badassbusinesssummit.com/
Donnie Boivin serves as the CEO of Success Champion Networking and is the Founder of the Badass Business Summit, He is a top podcaster and 5 time best selling author.
Motivated by a desire to transform the landscape of networking, Donnie established business-to-business networking groups across North America. Now, with hundreds of members they have created a business that is more than a community; it is a support system.
SCN is a B2B business community that recognizes networking as a vital driver of growth and success. We are dedicated to providing our members with the essential support, a thriving community, and valuable education to ensure their B2B success.
This week on the Dancing in the Discomfort Zone, we sit down in the shower (you have to listen to get that one!) with the extraordinary Breeda Miller, creator of the award-winning one-woman show, Mrs. Kelly’s Journey Home. (https://breedamiller.com/) What started as a daydream answer to the question, “What would you do if you couldn’t fail?” turned into a powerful story of family, resilience, and caregiving that’s touched audiences worldwide—and it’s only getting bigger.
What’s Breeda’s Story?
Breeda shares her journey of caregiving for her mother, Mrs. Kelly, through her final years with dementia. With encouragement from a director and a leap of faith, Breeda wrote her first script, debuting it to a packed house and a standing ovation. The show has since taken her from small stages to Ireland (Mrs. Kelly’s homeland!) and now to PBS Detroit, where it will air on December 16, 2024.
But that’s not all—Breeda’s also bringing the story to print! Her new book, Mrs. Kelly’s Journey Home, launches this December, giving readers a behind-the-scenes look at the show and her personal caregiving lessons. THE PERFECT HOLIDAY GIFT!!
Why You’ll Love This Episode:
Breeda’s story is a heartfelt tribute to the universal themes of family, courage, and finding meaning in the tough, tender moments of life. She’s also an advocate for caregivers everywhere, sharing her motto: “Take a break before you break.” Through her show, book, and message, Breeda offers tactical self-care techniques and inspiration for anyone navigating the challenges of caregiving.
🎭 What’s Inside:
- The heartwarming (and sometimes hilarious) immigrant story that inspired Mrs. Kelly’s Journey Home.
- How Breeda faced her fears and turned a wild dream into a sold-out success.
- The wisdom she’s passing on to caregivers everywhere—because no one should feel alone in this journey.
Want more from Breeda?
The Website will give you everything you need! https://breedamiller.com/
GET THE BOOK! https://breedamiller.com/products/mkjh-book/
Breeda Kelly Miller is a professional speaker, playwright and actor. Her award winning one-woman show, Mrs. Kelly’s Journey Home premiered in Ann Arbor in 2021. She has gone on to tour the United States performing to enthusiastic audiences in 18 cities. In September, Breeda performed the show, which is about her parent’s emigration from Dublin to Detroit in Ireland. Videos of her stories have gone viral on social media and her “Ticket to Heaven” story was featured on the The Moth Story Hour on NPR. A professional speaker, Breeda brings the power of story to organizations looking for an engaging and entertaining keynote experience. When she is not on stage, she enjoys her farm house in Manchester with her husband Jim, her sons Dan and Evan, two dogs and two ginormous cats.
Ready for Resilience: Thriving Through Crisis with Mark Hoffman
This week, we welcome the incredibly insightful (and delightfully relatable!) Mark Hoffman, a senior crisis management and business resilience consultant. Mark takes us on a rollercoaster of a conversation, blending his love of disaster movies with real-life crisis survival tips—from bouncing back after financial hardship to thriving in his current role helping organizations stay strong in the face of chaos.
Spoiler alert: This episode is packed with practical advice, powerful personal stories, and a splash of humor that’ll leave you feeling more prepared to handle life’s curveballs.
Key Takeaways to Boost Your Bounce-Back Game:
1️⃣ Plan It, Practice It, Perfect It: Mark breaks down a no-nonsense, three-step formula to bulletproof your organization against disruptions. Think of it as your resilience recipe: know what’s critical, map out the dependencies, and tackle those gaps like a pro. (It works in your personal life too!)
2️⃣ Call in the Experts: No need to go solo during a crisis! Mark shows how leveraging subject matter experts (think legal, communications, and beyond) can create a dream team for smooth sailing through stormy waters.
3️⃣ Embrace the Awkward and Uncomfortable: Whether it’s owning up to personal challenges or navigating high-stakes situations, Mark highlights the magic of leaning into discomfort. Pro tip: Don’t forget to rest and recharge—your resilience depends on it!
Mark’s raw and real approach, paired with his actionable insights, makes this episode an absolute must-listen for anyone looking to handle adversity with grace and grit. Don’t forget to bring your popcorn—it’s like a disaster movie, but WAY more useful!
Connect with Mark on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-hoffman-cbcp-mbci-4b26554/
Listen to The Resilience Journey podcast: https://resilientjourney.podbean.com/
BONUS EPISODE: Ok, I'll admit it, I groan and gripe when I have to get all gussied up for a zoom meeting. I'm comfy in my home office, working hard in my baseball cap and sweatshirt, and I don't want anyone to see all of this unimproved goodness....but we miss out on so many relational/trust building benefits when we remove the visual from our communication. Getting a little uncomfortable and showing yourself on your virtual meetings can make a huge difference.
Don't believe me? Here are a few other perspectives on this.
A video from Patty Azzarello https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kDKIITF8_Rw&t=17s
An article from Goto.com https://www.goto.com/blog/6-reasons-turn-webcam-online-meetings
DO IT! Turn on the camera.
In this episode of Dancing in the Discomfort Zone, your host Anne Bonney teams up with her adventurous (and hilarious!) friend Mimi Brown , Chief Motivational Officer at ampupsuccess.com. Together, they unpack some seriously bold adventures they recently shared—and the lessons learned from stepping waaaay outside their comfort zones.
First Stop: Mimi’s 5K Journey... and Beyond!
Mimi shares the highs and lows of running her first 5K, only to have Anne nudge her to the next level: a half marathon! Hear how Mimi embraced Anne’s mantra, “Don’t think, just do,” and discovered resilience she didn’t know she had.
Next Up: Climbing the Sydney Harbor Bridge! WTF Anne???
Feel the fear and climb it anyway! Mimi relives her white-knuckle moments scaling the iconic bridge, from battling nerves to finding unexpected beauty at the top. It’s a metaphor-packed adventure that’s as inspiring as it is relatable.
Key Takeaways to Ignite Your Bold Moves:
- Trust Yourself (and Your People!): Growth requires a leap of faith—whether in yourself or the support system cheering you on. (or shoving you in!)
- Don’t Overthink It—Take the Leap!: Discomfort can be the launchpad to incredible growth and fulfillment if you stop analyzing and start acting.
- Be Present, Not Perfect: Savor the journey instead of stressing about the destination. There’s joy and wisdom in every step (or misstep).
This episode is a celebration of friendship, accountability, and the magic that happens when you embrace discomfort as a catalyst for transformation.
Tune in to laugh, learn, and get inspired to dance in your own discomfort zone.
Connect with MIMI
On her website ampupsuccess.com
How about on the socials (FB, Insta and Tick Tok) @heyMimiBrown
Are you avoiding that awkward truth hoping it’ll magically disappear? Spoiler alert: it won’t! In this laugh-and-learn episode of Dancing in the Discomfort Zone, we dive into the uncomfortable art of facing facts before they blow up in your face. Think of it as preventative care for life’s little disasters!
Join us as we break down why staring down reality—no matter how cringe-worthy—saves you time, energy, and a lot of awkward crisis later on. With real talk, a sprinkle of humor, and actionable tips, we’ll show you how to grab discomfort by the horns and avoid the festering mess of procrastination. Perfect for anyone needing a nudge (or shove!) to face that thing you’ve been dodging.
Hit play and laugh along as we face life’s truths—before they come back to haunt us!
From Grief to Healing!
In this transformative episode, sound healing expert Jeralyn Glass (https://crystalcadence.com/), founder of Crystal Cadence Sound Healing Studio, reveals how her journey with crystal singing bowls began after a tragic loss. As a classically trained musician, Jeralyn explains the profound healing power of sound therapy, its effects on mental clarity, and its ability to support emotional healing.
Key Takeaways
- Healing Through Sound: Learn how crystal singing bowls induce relaxation, aiding stress relief and meditative states for individuals facing trauma and personal growth journeys.
- Science Meets Spirituality: Discover how Jeralyn collaborates with Stanford University and other institutions to validate sound therapy’s impact on the nervous system and emotional well-being.
- Empowering Tools: Through her app, card deck, and album, Jeralyn makes sound healing accessible for anyone seeking mental clarity and emotional resilience.
About Jeralyn Glass
Jeralyn Glass is an internationally known, multidisciplinary musician whose career began on Broadway and took her to the opera and concert stages of the world. Passionate about music and sound as tools of self-discovery and transformation, she founded Crystal Cadence Sound Healing Studio and the Sacred Science of Sound as educational platforms where quantum science, spirituality, bioenergetics, crystalline sound therapy, and the healing power of music intersect. She has performed her high-vibrational music alongside some of the most respected New Thought leaders and best-selling authors.
Want more from Jeralyn?
- Website: https://crystalcadence.com/
- Instagram: @crystalcadencela
- You can listen to Jeralyn’s healing performance at: https://www.youtube.com/@CrystalCadence
- Joy Reboot song we discussed in the episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-C4Toj11_Dg
In this eye-opening episode, we dive deep into the world of holistic wellness with expert coach Tiffany Simms. Far from being a "woo-woo" concept, holistic wellness is a practical approach to achieving balance in all areas of life. Tiffany shares her journey from corporate burnout to wellness advocate, sparked by a life-changing 5K at Disney.
Key Takeaways:
- Redefining Wellness: Discover how holistic wellness integrates physical, mental, and emotional health for a truly balanced life.
- Breaking Free from Social Pressure: Learn to distinguish between societal expectations and your authentic needs for personal growth.
- 5 Essential Questions: Uncover the crucial questions to ask yourself when embarking on your wellness journey.
- Intuitive Eating: Explore how this approach can reveal hidden habits that may be sabotaging your overall well-being.
- From Burnout to Balance: Hear Tiffany's inspiring transition from the high-stress world of nuclear power to becoming a holistic wellness advocate
Tiffany's expertise shines as she explains how to create harmony between health, relationships, and career - the true essence of a fully charged life
Whether you're an HR professional, business owner, or individual seeking personal growth, this episode offers invaluable insights into implementing effective wellness strategies that drive real results
Don't miss this opportunity to transform your approach to wellness and unlock your full potential for a more vibrant, balanced life.
Want more from Tiffany? Here are the links!
- Facebook www.facebook.com/thetiffanysimms
- IG: www.instagram.com/thetiffanysimms
- LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/thetiffanysimms
- The Simply Healthy Community: www.facebook.com/groups/simplyhealthywomen
- Time Hacks Guide To Save An Hour In Your Day As Soon as tomorrow: https://www.livingonestepatatime.com/snagtimehacks
Tiffany Simms, a holistic wellness and high-performance coach, helps lifelong dieters overcome burnout and lose weight by healing their relationship with food and exercise without adding more to their mental load or to-do list. Her approach prioritizes treating women as whole beings by helping them create harmony between their health, relationships and career for lifelong success beyond just weight loss.
🎭 Ladies and gentlemen, step right up to the greatest show on Earth - or at least the most entertaining podcast about not being a doormat! Join your host, Anne Bonney, as she dives headfirst into the wacky world of people-pleasing with the fabulous Amy Green Smith (http://amygreensmith.com), certified life coach and master of saying "Nope" with a smile.
In this episode, we'll explore:
- The Origin Story: How Amy became the superhero of self-empowerment (Spoiler: No radioactive spiders involved!)
- The Two Faces of People-Pleasing: Unmasking the secret identities behind our need to make everyone happy (Hint: It's not actually a superpower)
- The Art of Conversational Jiu-Jitsu: Learn how to navigate tricky talks without accidentally setting yourself on fire
- The Magical "Do-Over" Button: Discover how to unsay those foot-in-mouth moments (No time machine required!)
- Interrupt-us Interruptus: The ultimate guide to dealing with conversation hijackers (Warning: May cause spontaneous assertiveness)
So, buckle up, buttercup! It's time to transform from a yes-person to a "Yes, I have boundaries" person. Remember, setting boundaries doesn't mean you'll burst into flames - but your newfound confidence might just set the world on fire! 🔥
Want more from Amy? Here are the links!
- Grab Amy's FREE-SOURCES at: http://amygreensmith.com/free
- Connect with Amy on Social Media:
- http://instagram.com/heyamygreensmith
- http://facebook.com/heyamygreensmith
- https://www.linkedin.com/in/heyamygreensmith
- http://twitter.com/heyamygreen
Amy Green Smith is a certified and credentialed life coach and hypnotherapist, masterful speaker, and personal empowerment expert. Amy uses her roles as coach, writer, podcaster, and speaker to move individuals to a place of radical personal empowerment and self-worth. With acute focus on helping people “find their voice”, she is highly sought after for her uncommon style of irreverence, wisdom, and humor and has been a featured expert in Inspired Coach Magazine and on Fox 5 San Diego.
I am thrilled to be the closing keynote speaker at the upcoming Iowa Lean Consortium 2024 Fall Conference (https://www.ciras.iastate.edu/iowalean/ilc-learning-opportunities/ilc-2024-annual-conference/) where I will be sharing the stage with Rick Faber and Jesse DePriest, co-founders of the 5L Performance Group (https://5lperformancegroup.com/).
In this episode, we dive deep into their methodology and very clear and simple leadership framework for maximizing the human potential and laying a foundation for the implementation of successful Lean practice.
We talk about
- Foundational Leadership: Rick Faber and Jesse DePriest emphasize the importance of building a strong leadership foundation of "love, listen, learn, lead" before implementing lean practices.
- Commitment over Compliance: The 5L approach focuses on inspiring commitment from teams rather than just compliance, using influence through authentic care and concern.
- Elevate Assessment: 5L has developed the "Elevate" assessment tool to help organizations objectively diagnose gaps in their management systems and prioritize areas for improvement.
- Flexible Framework: The 5L framework is designed to be adaptable across industries, allowing businesses to customize the approach to their unique needs.
- Long-Term Partnerships: 5L is excited to build lasting relationships with clients, helping them realize their goals and make a greater impact through effective leadership and lean practices.
For more from 5L Performance Group, here are some links!
www.5lperformancegroup.com
https://www.linkedin.com/company/5lperformancegroup/posts/?feedView=all
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61561625103544
https://www.instagram.com/5lperformancegroup/
In this exciting episode, join me as I recount our epic vacation adventure across five countries, featuring two thrilling marathons, a global speakers conference, and doing my very own TEDx talk, and the surprise win from that event! This journey was a blend of challenges and wonderful, unforgettable moments.
We bookended our adventure in vibrant cities, where we laced up our running shoes and tackled marathons that tested our limits and complete my goal to run a marathon on every continent. Along the way, we immersed ourselves in diverse cultures, discovering quirky traditions and indulging in delicious local cuisine. We faced both discomforts and delightful surprises that transformed our perspectives.
Tune in to hear about the hilariously awkward moments, the triumphs, and the unique bonds forged through shared challenges. This episode is not just a travel tale; it’s a celebration of friendship, growth, and the adventurous spirit that lies within us all. Don’t miss our tips for planning your own adventure and stepping into the Discomfort Zone
Dancing in the Discomfort Zone is all about embracing the awkward and uncomfortable moments in life to shimmy your way to success! Arel Moodie ( www.arelmoodie.com) is a stellar example of this philosophy. He’s not just a business whiz; he’s a master of turning discomfort into opportunity. In this episode, he spills the beans on how he navigates the bumpy road of entrepreneurship, shares his secret sauce for minimizing the risk of failure when leaping into the unknown, and reveals how understanding human behavior has propelled both his success and the success of others through his innovative services!In this episode, we’ll groove through:
- The Trials and Tribulations: Get ready for some juicy tales of the bumps, bruises, and hilarious missteps that come with building a thriving business!
- The Likability Factor: Discover why being the life of the party (or at least not a total wallflower) can be your secret weapon in business and life!
- White House Fame: Hear the story of how Arel managed to strut his stuff at the White House—not once, but TWICE!
- Meet Dot: Learn about the creation of Dot, the fabulous Talk-a-dot mascot, who’s sure to steal the show!
So, lace up your dancing shoes and get ready to leap into the discomfort zone with us—because who said growth can’t be a little fun? 🎉
Want more? Here are the links.
www.arelmoodie.com
https://www.linkedin.com/in/arelmoodie/
www.facebook.com/arelmoodie
https://www.instagram.com/arelmoodie/?hl=en
Arel Moodie is a best-selling author and executive coach who has spoken to over 750,000 people throughout 48 states and 5 countries. Arel is a speaker, entrepreneur, bestselling author, and “human behavioral investigator” who has extensively studied the intricacies of human dynamics and relationships. Arel has been invited to speak at the White House twice, the TEDx stage three times, and has been featured in The New York Times, Inc. Magazine, Essence, USA Today, Forbes, Black Enterprise, Huffington Post, and has been a contributor to the television program The Doctors.
Transform Your Life with Maraya Brown: Yale-Trained Hormone Specialist & Midwife
Discover the expertise of Maraya Brown, a Yale-educated hormone specialist and midwife with a wealth of experience in functional medicine. As the visionary behind The Women’s Vibrancy Code program and podcast, Maraya empowers women to rediscover their vitality and embrace every phase of life.
Why Maraya Brown Stands Out:
- Expertise in Women’s Health: With 24 years of experience in attending births and managing women’s health in clinics, hospitals, and homes globally, Maraya has a profound understanding of women’s wellness.
- Comprehensive Approach: Her holistic methodology blends traditional wisdom with modern functional medicine, helping women rise from challenges and celebrate their journey.
- Global Impact: Maraya has transformed the lives of thousands of women across multiple continents, fostering health, happiness, and a sense of belonging.
- Dynamic Engagement: Through her work as a CEO, retreat host, mom, and wife, Maraya offers an empowering space where women feel seen, confident, and empowered to stand in their power.
Join Maraya on a journey to vibrancy and self-discovery. Tune into her podcast and programs to unlock transformative health and well-being.
Want more from Maraya?
- https://marayabrown.com/podcasts/
- free resources: https://marayabrown.com/resources/
- IG: https://www.instagram.com/_marayabrown_/
- FB: https://www.facebook.com/energyhormoneslibido
Want to suggest a topic or guest for a future episode? Let us know at admin@annebonney.com.
Explore Personal Evolution with Beth Ziesenis: From Career Struggles to AI Insights
Join us as we delve into the fascinating journey of Beth Ziesenis, the renowned tech expert behind Your Nerdy Best Friend. In this episode, Beth opens up about her personal evolution—from escaping a soul-sucking job and navigating a mental health diagnosis to forming a supportive partnership with her spouse and designing her ideal life.
We talk about
- All the cats!
- Her beautiful partnership with her very well suited husband
- How she became YOUR Nerdy Best friend
- And how having a safe word with your family could solve a lot of issues with the deep fake stuff that’s going on.
Want more from Beth?
http://yournerdybestfriend.com
Insta: @nerdybff
FB: @yournerdybff
YouTube: @askbethz
Beth Z is an author, speaker and proud nerd who shares tech tips and tricks to make your life easier. She has no formal tech training. She just spends hours on the computer and doesn't get out much. Except to speak, and she does a lot of that.
In this episode of the "Dancing in the Discomfort Zone" podcast, host Anne Bonney sits down with Jasmine Brett Stringer, a professional speaker, TV personality, and author on a mission to help people live empowered and authentic lives.
Wwe talked about:
Embracing Uncertainty and Pursuing Happiness: Jasmine shares how a pivotal moment of being laid off from her corporate job led her to courageously pursue her "secret dream" of becoming a speaker and coach, helping others seize their lives.
- Living Authentically and Practicing Positive Psychology: Jasmine discusses the importance of living authentically, connecting with oneself, and incorporating positive psychology practices like gratitude, mindfulness, and drawing on past experiences to overcome challenges.
- The Power of Human Connection: Jasmine emphasizes the vital role of authentic connections and vulnerability in a world that often feels disconnected, sharing her personal practice of sending handwritten cards to nurture relationships.
- Dreaming Big and Seizing Opportunities: Jasmine recounts serendipitous encounters with Oprah Winfrey and the unexpected gift of concert tickets to see Janet Jackson, highlighting the importance of being open to life's surprises when you're living with intention.
- Prioritizing Goals and Saying No: Anne shares her own journey as a running influencer, underscoring the need to intentionally prioritize one's goals and say no to non-essential activities in order to live a fulfilling life.
This episode is a must-listen for anyone seeking inspiration and practical strategies to live more empowered, authentic, and intentional lives. Jasmine's infectious energy and wisdom provide a roadmap for seizing the day and embracing the discomfort of personal growth.
Want more from Jasmine? Here ya go.
- Website: www.jasminebrettstringer.com
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CarpeDiemwithJasmine
- Twitter: https://twitter.com/carpediemjbs
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carpediemjbs/
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jasminestringer/
We also talked about
Authentic Happiness by Martin Seligman
- https://www.authentichappiness.sas.upenn.edu/
- https://www.amazon.com/Authentic-Happiness-Psychology-Potential-Fulfillment/dp/0743222989
Moment of Lift by Melinda Gates https://www.momentoflift.com/the-moment-of-lift
Jasmine Brett Stringer is a keynote speaker, award-winning author of Seize Your Life: How to Carpe Diem Every Day, on-air TV personality, and host of the podcast and lifestyle blog Carpe Diem with Jasmine. Jasmine is on a mission to help people live empowered and authentic lives. Through her Seize Your Life keynotes, workshops, and customized coaching sessions, Jasmine guides clients and audiences through a simple process to identify their goals and achieve their personal definition of success. She graduated from American University’s Kogod Sch
Celebrating Our 300th Episode: A Journey of Risks and Rewards!
The adventure that commences this week all started at the Global Speakers Summit in Bali, where I took a leap of faith and put down a deposit. Fast forward 14 months, and here we are—celebrating our 300th episode! 🎉 and I’m about to embark on an epic three-week adventure across five countries, each one a new notch on my bucket list.
Now, let’s be real—I’m feeling a delightful mix of nervousness and excitement. I mean, who wouldn’t be a little jittery about taking on a new goal, completing one that's almost 20 years in the making and traveling with 3 friends who don't know eachother? Talk about tossing the comfort zone behind me, But hey, that’s what life is all about, right? Taking risks, getting uncomfortable, and hoping you don’t end up lost in a foreign country (though, let’s be honest, that could make for some great stories!).
In this milestone episode, I’ll spill the beans on how we got here and why embracing the unknown is worth every awkward moment. Join me as I share my preparations, the challenges I’m gearing up for, and the hilarious mishaps I’m sure to encounter along the way. So, grab your headphones and get ready for a fun ride! Here’s to 300 episodes of adventure, laughter, and a little bit of chaos! Don’t miss out—tune in and be part of this unforgettable journey!
Understanding ADHD and Neurodiversity with Erica Shoop: A Journey of Self-Discovery and Empowerment
In this enlightening episode, Erica Shoop from Find Your Kula dives deep into the complexities of ADHD and neurodiversity. Initially researching ADHD to better understand her partner, Erica uncovered valuable insights about herself, leading to a profound journey of self-discovery. From navigating a divorce during the pandemic to launching her own business, Erica shares her experiences and strategies for thriving as an adult with ADHD and Autism.
Key Takeaways from the Episode:
- Pandemic Reflections: Discover how the pandemic prompted Erica to reassess her life priorities and make significant changes.
- Community Building: Learn about Erica's efforts to refine her business plan and create a supportive community for neurodivergent individuals.
- Neurodivergent Strategies: Gain valuable insights into practical strategies Erica uses to overcome challenges associated with a neurodivergent brain.
Tune in to understand ADHD and neurodiversity better, whether for yourself or someone you care about. This episode offers a wealth of knowledge and practical advice for navigating a world that often lacks information on adult female ADHD and Autism.
Want more? Here are the links!
- findyourkula.com
- findyourkula.com/erica
- https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericalynnshoop/
- https://www.instagram.com/findyourkula
Erica is a visionary in the realm of self-employment, rejecting hustle culture and taking a more holistic approach to business + life coaching and community building. Erica guides individuals on a journey of self-discovery that encompasses all aspects of the human experience. With a unique perspective shaped by her neurodivergence, Erica brings creative solutions to building a livelihood that supports a sustainable and harmonious life.
Navigating ADHD and Neurodiversity with Leslie Josel: Expert Strategies for Students and Parents
Explore the world of ADHD and neurodiversity with Leslie Josel, a renowned ADHD Student & Parenting Coach. (https://www.orderoochaos.com/) In this insightful episode, Leslie discusses how the traditional educational system often overlooks the needs of neurodiverse students and how her expertise helps bridge this gap, fostering greater happiness and success for both students and parents.
Episode Highlights:
- Expert Advice on Neurodiversity: Learn about Leslie's innovative strategies for supporting students with ADHD and other neurodiverse conditions.
- Inspirational Journey: Hear Leslie's personal story of overcoming challenges and how it inspired her to dedicate her career to helping others.
- Empowerment and Courage: Discover how triumph often arises from adversity and get inspired by Leslie's courageous path to success.
Tune in for valuable insights and motivational stories that can help you or someone you know navigate the complexities of ADHD and neurodiversity.
Want more from Leslie? Here you go!
https://www.orderoochaos.com/
https://lesliejosel.com/
https://www.instagram.com/order.out.of.chaos/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/leslie-josel-adhd-student-parent-coach/
Belonging in a word that is being thrown around a lot in the workplace, and in the world. What is the impact of not having community. I think we’re seeing the backlash in some of the mental health statistics, crime, division and many other huge societal problems that we’re seeing. Charles Vogl (https://www.charlesvogl.com/) is trying to change that, and help high stakes (and other) organizations build community so they can collaborate when lives are at stake! He has 3 amazing books on the topic, but in this episode he shares several of his strategies to help bring people together.
In this episode we talk about
- The time he spent living in a homeless shelter, and in Zambia with the Peace Corps
- Some of the key components to creating genuine human connection
- The 3 promises that need to be understood for people to “stay in the room” and feel a part of and contribute to the community that’s being created there.
Want more from Charles? You can find it all on his website. www.charlesvogl.com
Charles began his lifelong study of change making while a volunteer living in a Santa Ana, CA homeless shelter. He then worked on human rights in Sub-Saharan Africa as a Peace Corps Volunteer, and later built teams to create high social impact media as a New
York documentary filmmaker. His PBS film work won several international awards, including the Amnesty International Movies that Matter Award. All the work served as crucibles in which to learn the importance of and how to bring people together around shared values and purpose.
Charles teaches the wisdom and principles to build deep community and resilient relationships in the most lonely era in organizational history. His work draws on three thousand years of spiritual traditions to understand how individuals build loyalty, strengthen identity, and live out shared values.
Building a deep community in turn builds organizational resilience, attracts and retains community members around shared purpose and values, and fosters innovation that disrupts industries and influences global change.
He holds an M.Div. from Yale, where he studied spiritual traditions, ethics, and business as a Jesse Ball duPont Foundation scholar.Link:
Being transgender is a life experience that many are confused about these days. Tons of misinformation flying around the interwebs, that can make us all really uncomfortable! When I met Deanna Jones (www.deannajonesnow.com) I knew she would be the perfect addition to the Dancing in the Discomfort Zone lineup! She has such an eloquent way of speaking about her experiences as a transgender woman, the good, the bad, and the ugly! She knew something different when she was 4 years old. (and this was in the 60s when transgender wasn’t even a word, and it didn’t even become a household conversation until decades later!) In this courageous interview, she shares her whole story. We talk about
· How long she hid her feelings, and how she illustrates to the people she works with how it felt (ingenious if you ask me!)
· When she finally came out, how it was handled at her workplace, and with her family.
· The new found joy and freedom she now has living her authentic self
· Her recent marriage, and the difference between Transgender and homosexual.
· Her response to the question of young trans kids going through a full transition.
Want more from Deanna?
www.deannajonesnow.com
http://themonti.org/stories/the-monti-video-series-deanna-jones-1
http://themonti.org/stories/the-monti-video-series-deanna-jones
Deanna has worked in the Technology field In Sales and Operations roles for 30 years, including 24 years here at Cisco Systems. Deanna has an MBA from Elon University and a Masters in Instructional Technology from University of Maryland University Global Campus. She is the Vice President of Harmony LGBTQ+ Chamber of Commerce and is also a member of Raleigh Chamber of Commerce. In her spare time, she likes to coach T-ball and has coached for 17 seasons. In 2019 Deanna transitioned to her authentic self while working at Cisco Systems. Since transitioning, Deanna has become very involved with the LGBT+ community. She has a DEI certificate in Diversity & Inclusion Training from eCornell. She has frequently spoken at a storytelling group called, the Monti in Durham and has also served on many panels for DEI conferences. She also works with small to mid size companies on ways to make their workplaces more LGBTQ+ friendly.
National Human Trafficking Hotline: Call for confidential help and info 24/7 888-373-7888
Human trafficking is a multi-BILLION dollar criminal industry (Estimated at $5.7 billion in the US alone…and the US has some of the highest demand in the world.)
Human trafficking denies freedom to almost 25 million people around the world. (and those numbers are notoriously under reported)
A 2017 study of cases reported to the Polaris-operated National Human Trafficking Hotline (https://humantraffickinghotline.org/en/human-trafficking) involved over 10,000 individual victims and nearly 5000 potential traffickers. This is a HUGE problem.
Lauren Trantham (https://www.ridemyroad.org/) is working for survivors, photographing them, and telling their stories in an ethical and empowering way to raise money (over $400,000 at the point of publishing) for survivor programs. She’s also the Director of Communications for an amazing non-profit called The Epik Project (https://www.epikproject.org/) that is comprised of mostly men trying to eliminate human trafficking. In this terrifyingly informative episode we talk about
How trafficking doesn’t happen the way you think. (Only 5% are forcefully kidnapped. The rest are a lot more insidiously trapped)
Some other social issues crossover with human trafficking: porn use, loneliness, and increases in suicide
What Epik Project (https://www.epikproject.org/), a non-profit of men fighting human trafficking is doing, and how their Demand-Disruption program is not only interrupting sales in the moment, but addressing the larger issue of male loneliness that is inextricably tied to the human-trafficking problem, and how in the 10 years they’ve been doing this, they’ve interrupted over 500,000 potential human-trafficked sales.
In this episode, we talk about
- Some signs to watch out for.
- Her 10,000 mile motorcycle journey across the US to photograph survivors, her source of hope in this dark battle.
- How the Epick Project has adjusted their approach to their focus on reducing demand
Here are some links that Lauren mentioned in the interview.
Elevate Academy founded by trafficking survivor Rebecca Bender. Donate today to help a survivor: https://elevate-academy.org/
The Network works specifically with illicit Massage parlors: https://www.thenetworkteam.org/
The Polaris Project is a main data collection hub for human trafficking: https://polarisproject.org/
Exodus Cry Podcast : https://exoduscry.com/podcast/
National Human Trafficking Hotline: Call for confidential help and info 24/7 888-373-7888 https://humantraffickinghotline.org/en/human-trafficking
The Brain on Porn research. https://www.yourbrainonporn.com/relevant-research-and-articles-about-the-studies/
Want more from Lauren?
https://www.ridemyroad.org/
https://www.instagram.com/ridemyroad/
Lauren Tratham is an author, and speaker, business owner with nearly eight years of experience as a leader in the Anti-Human Trafficking Movement. She is the founder and Executive Director of Ride My Road, which has raised over $400k for survivor programs. As a photographe
Running is one of those things. You either identify as one, or you don’t, and when Martinus Evans’s (https://martinusevans.com/) doctor office called him fat and said he was going to die, he never thought that he would become a running sensation, but baby, look at him now! Martinus is a proud, fat marathon runner (8 marathons to date!) a best-selling author and a certified running coach. He’s been featured on all the news outlets (name it, he’s been on it!) including on the cover of Runner’s World and in a special spread in Men’s Health magazing. Bottom line, he has a message, and wants to help people, and it’s working!!
We talk about
- The new non-profit arm of his project
- How he deals with trolls on the internet
- What he’s doing about knee pain and injuries for runners
- His own philosophy of “Done is better than perfect”
Want more from Martinus?
- https://martinusevans.com/
- https://slowafrunclub.com/
- 300lbs and running blog: https://300poundsandrunning.com/
Public speaking is one of those things that terrifies people, and for Eduardo Placer, (https://eduardoplacer.com/) if started with show-and-tell in second grade! Finding that inner confidence and safety in that vulnerability is a challenge, and in this insightful, love-filled episode, we explore that theme throughout Eduardo’s life, and discuss how he’s now using that to help other people belong and find empathy for others!
We discuss
- His upbringing as a queer kid in Miami in the 1980s
- Professional acting, and how playing a role is where he initially found safety.
- How he got into being a public speaking coach
- How “Fearless’ doesn’t mean WITHOUT fear…
- And a few Spanish terms to help us in our dance
Want more from Eduardo?
- www.fearlesscommunicators.com
- www.eduardoplacer.com
- bit.ly/EduardoPlacerSpeaks
- Instagram: @stand4fearless
- Here is the free resource Eduardo mentioned: 10 Simple Backstage Tips:
A dynamic keynote speaker, charismatic event emcee, and global facilitator, he is a former professional actor who has a rare ability to help people find common ground through compelling narratives that inspire and unite. He is the founder of Fearless Communicators, a diverse, inclusive public speaking coaching company that works with emerging and accomplished thought leaders on what they say and how they say it.
His clients range from presidential candidates and UN diplomats to startup founders, social activists, and industry leaders. Drawing from his experiences in the U.S. as a proud Cuban American and member of the LGBTQ+ community, Eduardo shares his message of empowerment and belonging with audiences around the world. He is committed to creating inclusive organizations where everyone feels comfortable bringing their authentic selves to work.
Loneliness, it’s a terrible feeling in and of itself, but when compounded by isolation, feeling like you can’t ask for help and the pressure to be successful on your own, it can lead to extreme anxiety, overwhelm, burn out and depression! This is happening to many people, but especially high performing leaders, so this week I welcome Nick Jonsson, (https://www.nickjonsson.com/) Author, Consultant, Top Voice on LinkedIn, and Top 2% Ironman Triathlete to join us and talk about Executive Loneliness, how he ended up working in this field, and how he is helping innumerable executives find a community to talk about their challenges, get help, drop the shame and isolation in place of healthy thriving for both themselves and their business.
In this insightful conversation we talk about
- Nick’s descent into unhealthy habits due to executive loneliness
- How he was able to dig himself out with a lot of work and facing the challenges
- Tips for dropping the excuses
- How fitness and nutrition are also linked to this challenge
- How he is now living his life in an intentional way to maintain his health, happiness and the success of his business.
Want more from Nick?
Website:
https://www.nickjonsson.com/
Book on Amazon:
https://www.amazon.com/Executive-Loneliness-Overcoming-Isolation-Depression-ebook/dp/B091B1Y3WZ
LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-jonsson/
We're all moving at a million miles an hour these days, and firing off e-mails and text messages in an effort to keep up! But how many clients are we losing, colleagues are we overworking and how much credibility are we losing because of our efficiency? A LOT! In this episode, I discuss the very uncomfortable process of slowing down to double check some items on our e-mails so we aren't damaging our credibility and trustworthiness in others' eyes.
Passion! The old adage goes that when you love what you do, you never work a day in your life, and this week’s guest Scott Syphax (www.syphaxstrategic.com) lived by that saying…until he didn’t! Massive success and still he knew when it was time to step away and let someone with passion take the reins. A very humble move, but because of the way he spent his life as a CEO leading and building others up, his organically created network strength stepped forward to carry Scott into his next endeavor. It’s a story of courage, of vulnerability, of stepping up and giving first, and the universe giving it right back and then some!
Scott Syphax is the President of Syphax Strategic Solutions a management consulting firm specializing in board governance training, strategic planning, and executive coaching for CEOs and senior management teams. Previously, Mr. Syphax was the Chairman & CEO of The Nehemiah Companies, a social enterprise that operated the Nehemiah Program, the nation’s largest private downpayment assistance program, providing a total of $1.5 billion in downpayments to over 325,000 families across the United States. Scott’s work in creating homeownership opportunities has been profiled in from the Wall Street Journal to the New York Times.
Syphax is also the founder of the nationally recognized Nehemiah Emerging Leaders Program (NELP). Syphax is also the Emmy Award-winning Executive Producer of PBS KVIE’s Studio Sacramento.
Want to learn more? Here are some links!
www.syphaxstrategic.com
https://www.linkedin.com/in/scottsyphax/
https://www.pbs.org/show/studio-sacramento/
https://www.nelpleaders.org/
STRESS! It’s hard enough to deal with stress, but when you need to perform under stress, the challenges really pile on! This is why I welcome Dr Karen MacNeill (www.macneillperformance.com), psychologist, mental performance consultant and speaker to talk about how she consults with Olympians, professional athletes, and high level leaders and executives so they can bring their best game to the big game! When stakes are high, or crisis hits, Dr MacNeill is there to prepare them to perform, an she shares her C.A.R.E. model so we too can show up when it really matters!
In this episode we talk about
- How she ended up a mental performance consultant
- The 6 Olympics she’s been a part of
- The 4 key areas to mentally prep for the big moment
- Her favorite part of supporting athletes at the Olympics!
Want more from Dr MacNeill?
Website: www.macneillperformance.com
Linkedin- https://www.linkedin.com/in/karen-macneill-5235583b/
Instragram- https://www.instagram.com/dr.karenmac/
Dr. Karen MacNeill is a mental performance consultant, psychologist, coach and professional speaker with over 20 years of experience. She’s passionate about helping Olympians, business leaders, and organizations unleash their highest potential and shine when it matters most.
Dr. Karen has the unique experience of having competed and consulted on the world stage. She represented Team Canada as an athlete for over a decade and has worked with athletes at the last five Olympic Games. Most recently, she was the lead Mental Performance and Mental Health Consultant supporting Team Canada at the 2018 Olympics in Korea, 2020 Olympics in Japan, and the 2022 Olympics in China, and will be lead Mental health Counsellor at 2024 Olympics in Paris
Her dynamic, dependable approach combined with her elite sport experience and understanding of corporate environments is an unmatched asset to any leader and organization. She’s a recipient of Avenue Calgary’s Top 40 Under 40 Award, the Women of Inspiration Game Changer Award, and Canada’s Most Powerful Women Top 100 Award.
Flux! Things are always changing, and this week’s guest knows this all too well! April Rinne (https://aprilrinne.com/) joins us to share the creation of her career and life portfolio, and how shifting perspective and moving forward despite challenges and speedbumps has led her to a very happy and healthy life full of service to others and great gifts for herself!!
I call it increasing your Flux Capacity! (Where my Gen X-ers at!! https://bit.ly/3vham7s)
We talk about
- How early tragedy changed her planned trajectory as a young adult
- The different between a career path and a career portfolio, and how we should be embracing the latter
- How she deals with change, and one of the superpowers that can help you thrive in change as well
- The Bardo
- Handstands all over the world! (https://aprilrinne.com/handstander)
Want more from April? Here ya go!
https://aprilrinne.com
https://fluxmindset.com
@aprilrinne on all social media
An article April wrote about Career Portfolio: https://hbr.org/2021/10/why-you-should-build-a-career-portfolio-not-a-career-path
April’s favorite article about The Bardo: https://emergencemagazine.org/op_ed/entering-the-bardo/
April Rinne is a change navigator: she helps individuals and organizations rethink and reshape their relationships with change, uncertainty, and a world in flux. She’s a trusted advisor, speaker, investor, lawyer, global development executive, adventurer (work and travels in 100+ countries) and insatiable handstander. She is ranked one of the 50 leading female futurists in the word and is a Harvard Law School graduate, a Young Global Leader at the World Economic Forum, a member of the Silicon Guild and Thinkers50 Radar, and author of the international bestseller Flux: 8 Superpowers for Thriving in Constant Change.
“Be BOLD, be BRAVE, be SEEN, be HEARD and BE PAID WELL!” Audiences around the country yell this with this week’s guest Pegine (https://www.pegine.com/). Like Madonna, Oprah and J-Lo, she needs only one name! From a gang member in the Bronx to a high achieving, multi-award winning entrepreneur, Pegine know how to make things happen. She tells us how she’s stepped into her power by being feisty, fearless and focused….and having fun in the process! This fun episode will inspire you to improve! To be courageous, and find your power and leadership! You won’t want to miss it.
Want more from Pegine?
https://Www.Pegine com
https://www.facebook.com/pegine
https://www.linkedin.com/in/pegine/
https://www.youtube.com/pegine
https://www.instagram.com/peginepow
Known as a maverick leader Pegine is pioneering, irreverent, and entrepreneurial. As a Keynote speaker specializi g in women leaders in business. She speaks on leadership and business in a diverse world, she is motivational, inspirational, hilarious, real, and relevant.
Pegine is independent, confident, and perhaps a little eccentric. She is creative, innovative, and sharp-witted. A deep thinker, she thinks in both linear and nonlinear ways. People love being around her; she is a natural leader with an adventurous spirit. A former NYC gang member Pegine transformed her life, moved to Spain and opened business.
Trauma. Addiction. Uncomfortable topics, but ones that are vital to talk about so we can get through them ourselves, or so we can support our loved ones and fellow citizens, so this week I welcome Mary Beth O’Connor, former junkie, retired judge, and now an advocate, speaker and trainer on all things addiction and trauma recovery. This episode is JAM PACKED with incredibly valuable data on addiction and trauma, and some very surprising!!
Did you know that
- 75% of addicts will recover from their addiction? (probably not on the first try, but most do eventually recover!)
- After 5 years of sobriety, addicts have an 85% chance of never relapsing?
- There are quite a few different substance abuse recovery programs that are as effective as the most common 12 step “anonymous” programs?
- Drug overdose is the top killer of adults age 18-45 (https://www.elpasotimes.com/story/news/2023/02/02/fentanyl-overdose-cause-of-death-among-adults-greg-abbott/69867350007/)
- 110,000 people died of drug overdose in 2022, an all time high.
There is so much misinformation, and this episode will help give you the reality of the situation from someone who has been on the substance abuse side as well as the legal side! If anyone knows, it’s Mary Beth.
Want more from Mary Beth O’Connor?
Website: junkietojudge.com
X/Twitter: @MaryBethO_
Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mary-beth-o-connor-8aaa4b121/
Her memoir (From Junkie to Judge: One Woman's Triumph Over Trauma and Addiction): https://a.co/d/hS8vTms
Beyond Addiction book https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/Beyond-Addiction/Jeffrey-Foote/9781476709482
SheRecovers Foundation: Just one more recovery support option: https://sherecovers.org/
Stanford Teenage Substance Dependence resource for parents: https://med.stanford.edu/childpsychiatry/parenting/topics/substance.html
I'm working on a TedX talk, and recently visited a very special AirBnB on a farm where they let me milk goats! I had to override the voice of doubt in my head...and it was TOTALLY worth it!
If you want to see the AirBnB, here's a video tour! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hOqgDpjjXzk&t=33s
TRUST! Makes many of us cringe just thinking about it, and when I think about it, I think individual and interpersonal trust, but Jerry Michalski (https://www.jerrymichalski.com/) thinks about it on a much broader level! Jerry is the founder of Open Global Mind, a community of practice seeking to help humans make better decisions together and he curates the largest man-made mind map in existence (https://www.jerrysbrain.com/) that is open for all to browse for free. During his decade+ as a technology trends analyst, Jerry realized the word "consumer" made him itchy. Following that itch led to the concept of trust, blowing it open . In this fascinating episode, we get a glimpse of that thought process, and because Jerry’s “brain” is on the internet, you can go check it out yourself!
Want more from Jerry?
JerryMichalski.com
JerrysBrain.com
OpenGlobalMind.com
DesignfromTrust.com
"Blue Skies” is a pilot saying, wishing someone a calm, turbulent-free life, but life for Amelia Rose Earhart (AmeliaRoseEarhart.com) has been anything but smooth sailing, but she has found amazing strength and fabulous insights along the way. Inspired by flight from a young age, Amelia learned to be a pilot and eventually decided to fly around the world…..here it is by the numbers.
2 years of planning
$2 Million raised
18 days to complete
28,00 miles of flying
16 stops in
14 countries
8-10 hours a day of flying
100 person support crew around the world
1 co-pilot
What an adventure, and in this fascinating episode she draws parallels to life’s challenges in a super accessible ways, so enjoy this fascinating episode and inspiring episode.
Want more from Amelia?
Website: AmeliaRoseEarhart.com
Instagram & Linkedin: Amelia Rose Earhart
Or grab Learn To Love the Turbulence on Amazon!
How would you like to be introduced? What is your title? What do you like to be called? (name and "job" title): Amelia Rose Earhart: Around the world pilot, author, artist and professional speaker Please provide me with a 50-75 word bio!: Amelia Rose Earhart knows what it takes to venture into uncharted territory with confidence. Amelia was named after the American hero Amelia Mary Earhart, which spurred her interest in aviation and eventually fueled a 2014 global circumnavigation in a single engine airplane. Today, Amelia speaks internationally to global business leaders about learning to love life's turbulence by taking a pilot's perspective on navigating change with courage and direction. Amelia is also an abstract artist, author, and resides in Denver, CO.
Travel! If you know me, you know I love doing it, and will get any chance I get to extoll the benefits. (I’m even writing a TED talk about it…but that’s for another episode!) But why should I extoll the benefits when I can get someone else to do it, so this week I welcome Elaine Rodriguez (www.elainerodriguez.com) to talk abouther experience with travel and how she made it into a career!
We talk about
- Her first travel experience
- How the discomfort of being laid off from her job prompted a massive positive life change
- How she became a traveling international tour guide! (who knew that was a job! I didn’t, otherwise I would have been one 25 years ago!)
- How she has turned it into her current career
Want more from Elaine?
Coaching and speaking: www.elainerodriguez.com
FB, IG, TT, LI @elainerodriguezcoaching
Retreats: www.essentialretreatexperts.com
FB, IG: @essentialretreatexperts
The book she mentioned, The Gift of Job Loss https://www.amazon.com/Gift-Job-Loss-Practical-Realizing/dp/0983119201
Elaine Rodriguez is a certified life coach, retreat planner, speaker, and change chaser. At the age of 30, Elaine got divorced, quit her job, and started a career as a tour director, leading travelers to some of the world’s most fascinating places. Now, as a life coach she guides her clients through multiple simultaneous life changes (she tells her clients if they’re ready to blow up their lives in order to live the life of their dreams, she has the dynamite). She’s also an entrepreneur, planning retreats for coaches, speakers, and facilitators looking to create major transformations in their clients and build their businesses through her company Essential Retreat Experts.
Overwhelm
Burnout
Frazzled
These are words that you hear all the time these days, because we are! The world seems to be a devisive mess, our workplaces are changing so rapidly, it's hard to keep up, we're trying to lead well, but there seems to be so much. Change Afficienado, speaker, emcee, author and the host and creator of this here podcast Anne Bonney (https://YourChangeSpeaker.com) shares her way to hold it together in those moments when it feels like there's just too much to do, or life is overwhelming.
PROCRASTINATION! Distractions! Self-sabotage! All the things that keep us from being as productive as we can, and I don’t know about you, but the thought of being “as productive as possible” is exhausting! In this fun and insightful episode, Productivity expert Penny Zenker (https://pennyzenker360.com/) shares what she has learned through experience and research about the psychology of productivity, and how we can get better at it.
We talk about
- The dangers of habits and being on Auto-Pilot for too long
- Reset Moments and the importance of taking a pause to be sure we’re on the right course
- Her 1-3-5 method of planning her day
- And how dog barf can really mess up your plan!
Do you want more from Penny?
Website: https://pennyzenker360.com/
LinkedIN https://www.linkedin.com/in/pennyzenker/
Facebook https://www.facebook.com/pennyzperspective
Twitter https://twitter.com/pennyzenker
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/pennyzenker/
Youtube https://www.youtube.com/c/PennyZenkerKeynoteSpeaker
PREORDER the new book: https://pennyzenker360.com/the-reset-mindset/
Penny Zenker is The Focusologist, an international speaker, business strategy coach, and best-selling author. Before her 31st Birthday, Penny founded, developed, and sold her first multi-million dollar business while living in Zurich, Switzerland. Later at the world's 4th largest Market Research company, she managed business unit turnarounds and was a Tony Robbins business coach helping entrepreneurs around the world to double their businesses. Penny is one of America’s leading experts in the psychology of productivity to eliminate distraction, perfectionism, and self-sabotage to maximize results in every area of your life. Penny’s book The Productivity Zone was an instant Amazon Best Seller and her TEDx, "The Energy of Thought", has gained attention around the world with over 1M views. Her engaging, inspiring interactive talks teach people to think and act more strategically. Penny has been featured on NBC News, Forbes, Inc, ESPN, and Wharton Business Radio among others.
In this fascinating episode, Britt Frank (www.scienceofstuck.com) speaker, trauma therapist, circus performer and trauma survivor shares her personal experiences of overcoming childhood and adult abuse, drug addiction, unhealthy adult patterns, and how she pushed past comfort zones through admitting where she was and....circus performing! She highlights the value of embracing discomfort and using language and humor and play to navigate uncomfortable situations.
We talk about
- The importance of vulnerability and embracing shame to move towardsa a more healthy future
- Realizing her child sexual abuse in her 20s, and all the challenging patterns that created, and she eventually overcame
- The value of dancing in the discomfort zone in actually rewiring your brain
- Embracing her discomfort in a large metal hoop 20 feet in the air in a purple sparkly circus outfit! ( https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/rmhu38yitr10xqz5x41tk/IMG_1356.mov?rlkey=37tkxkfrvbpd7ez0tp0si4ws9&e=1&dl=0 )
Want more from Britt?
Website : www.scienceofstuck.com
Insta @brittfrank
LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/brittfrankmsw/
And of course, the video of her HOOP PERFORMANCE! https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/rmhu38yitr10xqz5x41tk/IMG_1356.mov?rlkey=37tkxkfrvbpd7ez0tp0si4ws9&e=1&dl=0
Britt Frank, LSCSW, SEP is a recovering mess of a human-turned-psychotherapist. She’s the author of The Science of Stuck and The Getting Unstuck (Penguin Random House), named by SHRM, Esquire, New York Magazine, and The Next Big Idea Club as a must-read. Britt received her undergraduate degree from Duke University and her master’s degree from the University of Kansas, where she later became an award-winning adjunct instructor. Britt is a contributing writer to Psychology Today and her work has been featured in Forbes, NPR, The New York Times, Fast Company, Psych Central, SELF, and Thrive Global. She also likes to do circus acrobat things because life’s too short not to play.
The situation in Ukraine fills the media with terrible news, but hearing the story from someone who was directly impacted brings an increased level of intensity. This week's guest Olesia Sinkova (https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100018842642011) fled Ukraine 2 years ago with her 3 children, her husband and 2 backpacks. They left behind their lives, their jobs, family, friends and their 2 beloved cats to find a safer life in Germany. In this episode, she tells her story, and how she has brought herself and her children through the horrors happening in Ukraine.
We talk about
- The experience in her village, 15 miles from where the main bombardments were happening.
- How she spoke to her children about all the loud noises of war they could hear while playing in the woods near their house
- How she got through her anxiety and depression
- How she's helping her fellow Ukrainians in Cologne, Germany to deal with their feelings of escaping their homeland
For more from Olesia,
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100018842642011
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/olesia-sinkova-speaker/
Olesia Sinkova is a Ukrainian refugee living in Germany, a motivational speaker and an author. Knowing that tomorrow is not guaranteed made her a spiritual warrior, cutting through anxiety and despair with the tools she has gained along her own spiritual journey. Sharing this with others became her true purpose.
Courage! If we ever expect to Dance in the Discomfort Zone of life, we have to have courage, so today I welcome Kris McGuigan, Speaker, Author and Courage Coach to talk about her 3 Cs of Courage; Clarity, Conviction and Constancy! She goes into great detail to help us build our courage muscles and achieve the things we want in our lives.
We talk about
· How to find clarity on what you really want to go after, and the challenges that all the messaging in the world creates.
· How to strengthen your decision by developing your conviction
· The difference between consistency and constancy, and why CONSTANCY is the way to go
· Failure. The definition and how it’s merely a learning opportunity rather than a stopping point!
If you want more from Kris, here are all the links in one happy link! https://linktr.ee/krismcguigan
Kris McGuigan is the founder and principal owner of Professional Courage. As a board-certified, executive coach, keynote speaker and corporate trainer for the nation’s most prominent Fortune 500 companies, Kris has helped countless leaders step up and stand out in the marketplace. Her first book, The Requisite Courage: How to Make Brave Decisions in Business & Life, is a science-based approach to fear management that helps you overcome self-doubt, take more risks and get results.
This week I'm joined by Chris West (http://videonarrative.com) as he shares his journey of embracing discomfort to live a fulfilling life. Chris has committed to facing fears, uncomfortable situations and fully exploring life which has led to more fulfillment and a life well lived. Chris struggled with personal issues like low self-worth and a need to care for others, which led to feelings of hopelessness, but after many years of personal growth work, he found deeper joy and fulfillment by prioritizing self-care and his own self-love. Chris did this not only in his personal life, but when he recently shifted his business model in a huge way, gaining more freedom for himself and his kids while expanding their capabilities for his clients. BINGO! He emphasizes taking responsibility for one's own well-being and choices, rather than relying on others or external factors for happiness.
Chris West is the founder of Video Narrative, a brand design firm that specializes in growing speaking businesses through brand clarity, speaker demo reels, and website design. Before working with leading speakers around the world, Chris developed his approach for stories in his graduate work in Narrative Therapy.
Today Chris works alongside thought-leaders to increase their message, clarity, and impact through powerful narratives. When not telling stories, Chris is out backpacking with his three children, and attending an exhaustive amount of personal development retreats.
Creativity is one of those thing that many people think they don’t have, but according to this week’s guest Nina Meehan (https://ninameehan.com/), any time you bring something new into the world, you’re being creative! It’s not the big scary, talent-required, elusive thing. You are creative, and should practice your creativity because it’s a great stress booster too!!
Want to know more about Nina, here are the links!
- https://www.instagram.com/nmeehan/
- https://www.linkedin.com/in/ninameehan/
- https://ninameehan.com/
and here’s my glorious dog! https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fi/x51x0dbtimir89t2qd7lr/Nina-Pod-Dog.png?rlkey=2kykemcei0cqtalb8ei47h4o2&dl=0
and the e-mail for free books that I mentioned at the end is admin@annebonney.com (also a great place to send podcast topic requests or guest nominations!!)
A creativity expert, Nina Meehan inspires the broader community as a skilled theatre producer, award-winning director, and dedicated arts educator, with expertise in youth development. Her work focuses on nurturing innovation and connecting people in our increasingly digital world.
Nina’s award-winning theatrical work for young people as CEO of Bay Area Children's Theatre has reached more than 700,000 kids and adults and has toured nationally and internationally.
Her unique style of storytelling appeals to kids and kids-at-heart alike!
As president of the board of directors of TYA/USA, the national organization of theatres for young audiences, she actively engages in outreach on behalf of the profession and the issues it embraces--from anti-racism to support for theatre as a vital national industry to artistic innovation in response to the pandemic.
Nina speaks and writes frequently about creativity, nonprofit management, and theatre for young audiences (TYA). She writes an invited column on creativity, empathy and art, and family connection, and is regularly published in on-line magazines.
Her work has been spotlighted in the Los Angeles Times, American Theatre Magazine, San Francisco Chronicle, Barron’s, NBC News, and CBS News.
Nina holds a BS in theatre from Northwestern University and a Master's of Nonprofit Administration from the University of San Francisco. She is also a certified yoga instructor.
Humans make mistakes! It’s just one of the undeniable truths about being humans. Sometimes they’re big mistakes, sometimes they’re small, but whatever the case, shame is a dark and moist bedfellow (ew!) of those mistakes, and in this episode, Dr Andrea Hollingsworth (www.hollingsworthconsulting.com) and I talk about how to own up to your mistakes, and how to move through them with strength and compassion for the damage we may have done, and compassion for ourselves as we recover from those mistakes and learn and grow from them so we don’t repeat unhealthy and destructive patterns.
We talk about
- Weak times that lead to weak responses
- How embracing the “Brutiful truth” (thank you Rachel Hollis) can help you build self compassion
- The 3 level structure of her self-compassion scaffold
- Parenting, and how great intent can turn into another mistake we need to recover from
Want more from Dr Andrea Hollinsworth? Here you go!
Website: www.hollingsworthconsulting.com
Vimeo https://vimeo.com/904573133?share=copy
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrea-hollingsworth-ph-d-0644058b/
The Alcohol Experiment by Annie Grace https://thisnakedmind.com/the-alcohol-experiment/
Dr. Andrea Hollingsworth is a speaker, researcher, and seasoned psychotherapist who has spent decades studying the transformative power of compassion and self-compassion in life and leadership. Andrea’s articles on the science and spirituality of compassion have been published more than a dozen times in peer-reviewed journals, and she’s taught at prestigious institutions like Princeton and Boston University. Today, she spends most of her time helping leaders use her Compassion Advantage framework to boost emotional wellbeing, fight shame and perfectionism, increase resilience, and solve workplace problems. She lives with her family in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
For some reason, we all think we are supposed to know everything…and have it all figured out by the second rodeo, and as I saw posted on social media lately, that doesn’t seem like enough rodeos! This week’s guest Joshua Berry wrote a book called Dare to be Naïve (www.daretobenaive.com) and in this episode, we talk about curiosity, intentionality, and all the lessons along the way that show us how much we have to learn! In this super fun and fast moving episode we talk about Joshua’s experience with a Vipassana retreat, and how it led him to listen to his gut (and the little creatures in there…I’m not kidding!), think very carefully about the should, and led so some of the amazing work he is doing now, helping people think more intentionally and problem solve for the issues of today rather than how we’ve always done it. Enjoy this episode with Joshua Berry.
Want more from Joshua?
Website: www.econic.co
Dare to Be Naive (Joshua's book): www.daretobenaive.com
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/joshberrygphr
Joshua Berry is a world-class facilitator of change. As an author, speaker, entrepreneur, and director of Econic, Joshua has spent the last two decades evolving the what, who, and why of Fortune 500 companies and venture-backed startups. For employees and leaders looking to grow themselves and their organizations, Joshua speaks on overcoming limiting beliefs, adaptive leadership, and the innovation systems and mindsets that create engines for growth.
Life is full of ups and downs. Imposter syndrome is a real thing. I always joke that we know too much about ourselves, everything we've messed up, gotten wrong and generally screwed up! It makes confidence kinda hard! This week I welcome James Robilotta, Professional Speaker and Improv Comedian, to talk about his journey and all the lessons he's learned! He's frequently witty. He's always fresh, and this episode does not disappoint!
@JamesTRobo on the socials if you want to get theRobo Giggles on the regular!
James Robilotta (https://jamestrobo.com/) is an author, speaker, personal coach, emcee, and entrepreneur. His book, Leading Imperfectly is available wherever people buy books. He speaks internationally to willing and unwilling attendees about authentic leadership, vulnerability, and storytelling. His clients include AMEX, GE, and many others. His podcast is called “Diner Talks with James” and it’s new so he’s a little insecure about it but it’s also pretty great. To learn more, visit his website JamesTRobo.com.
Did you know that organizations with more women and people of color can have up to 30% more profits?
Did you know that more inclusive workplaces have increased employee engagement and retention?
Bottom line aside, the world is a better place when we can create equality, inclusion and belonging, so this week I've invited DEI speaker and consultant Bernadette Smith (www.BernadetteSmith.com) to demystify DEI for us! In this we talk about
- What happens when we mess it up! (because we will!)
- How to communicate about DEI issues
- The huge role that curiosity plays
- Why Bernadette got into this work, and some of the transformational experiences that got her here!
For more on Bernadette, check out her website www.BernadetteSmith.com
Or join her weekly e-mail list that brings good news and inspirational DEI policies! https://www.theequalityinstitute.com/5-things
Or grab her book! https://www.amazon.com/Inclusive-360-Solutions-Equitable-Organization/dp/1737635410
Bernadette Smith is founder and CEO of Equality Institute and award-winning author of four books, including the bestseller Inclusive 360: Proven Solutions for an Equitable Organization.
Bernadette has presented to enthusiastic audiences of CEOs, associations, entrepreneurs, leadership teams, sales professionals, account executives, marketing executives, human resource managers and more. Her expertise has been sought after by the New York Times, Forbes, the Washington Post, and Fast Company, among many others, and she’s appeared on the Today Show, the BBC, National Public Radio, and CNN.
Bernadette has been named one of Chicago’s Notable LGBTQ Executives by Crain’s Chicago Business and hosts the weekly podcast 5 Things in 15 Minutes: Bringing Good Vibes to DEI. When she’s not busy speaking, you can probably find her on a local pickleball court!
It's funny how old sayings often contradict facts, but often it's not the saying...it's the re-telling of the saying! Science shows that cultivating your Curiosity is a VERY good thing...so did Curiosity actually kill the cat? Listen to this quick shortie podcast, and then go get curious!
Security....boy that would be nice! Having a destination that we can strive for, and than will never change. Well that's just not how this life works, so this week I welcome Kristen Henry (https://www.wideningyouraperture.com/) to talk about change, and navigating the challenge of imperminence!
In this episode we talk about
- Sacrifices we sometimes have to make, but when we have a why, they're much easier!
- The questions to ask yourself when you're ready for a change
- How saying yes should be to YOURSELF as well as to other people!
Want more? Check out Kristen's website https://www.wideningyouraperture.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wideningyouraperture/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100056873366812
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/henrykristen/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCDgySiVcsbDKNO5_VewnZzQ
Enjoy my guest spot on her podcast! https://ignitingyourcourage.com/blog/2024/01/05/ignite-your-shift-building-resilience-in-the-fires-of-change/
Thanks for listening!
This episode will make you think! There are no easy answers, nothing is black and white, and this week's guest Jess Pettitt (https://jesspettitt.com/) and I wander down a bunch of uncomfortable paths! This is something she has been doing with her audiences and clients for decades, and she is a master at giving people permission to sit in the discomfort of commonly challenging topics like INCLUSION and CHANGE and LUNCH MEATS! (ok, I added that last one. I have baloney on the brain....you'll see why once you listen to this episode!) Open your mind, set aside emotion, and engage in this brilliant academic exercise with us, to help make you stronger when the challenges aren't so academic...and they join you in your kitchen!
We chat about
- Self awareness being the first step to true change
- How change doesn't have to come in big leaps...in fact, it sticks better if it doesn't.
- War criminals
- spreadable cheese
- Inclusion
- Tough Conversations
- Bologna (baloney?)
- Prison Reform
- Abortion
- When to order more appetizers!
There's a little something for everyone, so buckle up and enjoy!
If you want more from Jess, go to https://jesspettitt.com/
Thanks for wandering down this road with us!
Sometimes it's great to connect with old friends and talk about...whatever! In this case, I reconnect with Jacques Lopez (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacqueslopez/ ) , a friend I met while traveling to the Antarctica Marathon! We found out that we had a very similar upbringing, growing up all over the world as gypsys (essentially) and this fabulous conversation hits on a bunch of topics, as Jacques shares some amazing insights on life, the power of curiosity and thriving despite unknowns.
Jacques Lopez grew up as a global traveler in a US Embassy family. Born in Guatemala, family travels took him around the world where “normal” was less defined and imbued him with a strong sense of tolerance and gratitude! After years of diversity in work and residence, Jacques happily works in cybersecurity where he is now CRO at CodeLock. Jacques resides in NH with his wife, Jenny, their two kids, two cats, and a dog.
In this episode, your host Anne Bonney (https://annebonney.ninja) chats about the difference between change and transitions, and how it's the transitions that are the hard part!
Laurie Haley is a leader in her industry! She has risen to executive level in the male-dominated industry of IT/Cyber Security. She is raising 4 children as a single parent. Se is juggling it all, and in this episode, we talk about raising young people, not only our own children, but the younger people in the workplace! We talk about
- the responsibility of leadership
- raising children in today's tech-infested world.
- Shifting your thinking and leading for the situation at hand rather than for your past!
Want more from Laurie? Find her on LinkedIn. https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauriehaley/
We humans like to know! We like to know what's going to happen, what to expect, what's coming next, but the fact is, we usually don't, and when we think we do know, it's frankly, an illusion! Author Maggie Jackson (www.maggie-jackson.com) dove deep into the world of uncertainty, how our brain deals with it, and how, even though it sucks when we're in the middle of it, it's actually a really good thing! In this FASCINATING episode you'll learn more about how uncertainty can sharpen your brain, your resilience and your ability to overcome obstacles! Enjoy.
Want more from Maggie? You've got it.
www.maggie-jackson.com
Twitter (X) - @maggie8jackson
linked in - maggie jackson
CNN Op Ed: https://www.cnn.com/2023/11/03/opinions/uncertainty-is-good-for-you-jackson/index.html
Templeton Ideas Podcast: https://www.templeton.org/news/how-uncertainty-can-lead-to-childlike-wonder
Maggie Jackson is an award-winning author and journalist known for her pioneering writings on social trends. Her new book, Uncertain: The Wisdom and Wonder of Being Unsure, explores why we should seek not-knowing in times of flux. Nominated for a National Book Award, Uncertain is a must-read of the Next Big Idea Club. Maggie’s acclaimed book Distracted sparked a global conversation on the steep costs of fragmenting our attention. A former columnist for the Boston Globe, Maggie has written for many other publications and her writings have been translated into multiple languages.
Public Speaking: Most people would rather wear a tutu of angry bees than get up and speak on stage. Addtionally, in this day and age, we're being asked to speak on camera a lot as well, for promotional and presentation purposes, and a lot of people are SUPER uncomfortable with that. This week's guest Linda Ugelow (https://www.lindaugelow.com/ ) was one of those people, so she overcame her fear, and is now a professional speaker! She helps people reduce that anxiety, and boldly professes to help them Delight in the Limelight (which is also the name of her book!)
INb this episode we talk about
- Identifying why public speaking makes you so uncomfortable
- Clearing those blocks, and upgrading your programming to reduce that fear
- Why this is such a helpful process for speaking in person and on camera
If you're one of those people who hates public speaking, Linda's unique approach could be just what you need!
First, grab that free Empowerment Kit she mentioned on the episode. https://www.lindaugelow.com/empowermentkit/
Want more from Linda?
Website: https://www.lindaugelow.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/linda.ugelow/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lindaugelow/
TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lindaugelow
Podcast:https://www.lindaugelow.com/ditl-podcast/
Thanks for listening!
Breathing! We do it every day! Without even thinking about it. But if we think about it, and do it in particular ways, it can make a huge difference in our lives! Don't believe me? Ask this week's guest Kimberly Faith (Www.thebreathworkgirl.com) Breakthrough Breathwork Healer and wonderful human being! She speaks with great passion about breathwork, and how it can help you!
We talk about
- What is somatic breathwork?
- The physical benefits
- The psychological benefits
- The emotional release you can get from breathwork
Want more from Kimberly?
- Website: Www.thebreathworkgirl.com
- IG: @adventuresofkimberlyfaith
- Facebook: Kimberly Faith Rayburn
- Want to hear Kimberling telling the Just Breathe Charlotte story (do it, it's good!): https://www.kimberlyfaith.net/justbreathe
- Want to see the Just Breathe Website: https://www.justbreathestore.com/
Kimberly Faith is a powerful healer in the holistic industry. Using breathwork, she's discovered her purpose and inspires others to do the same. She's a rebel who challenges societal norms and invites others to push past their limitations and embrace their full potential. Her somatic breathwork sessions take participants on a journey of self-discovery and healing, helping them deepen their connection with themselves
Meditation...something that makes a lot of people uncomfortable! During a 10-day Vipassana Meditation Course (https://www.dhamma.org/) , you spend 10 days not interacting with anyone and meditation for 1-2 hours stretches for 10 hours every day! It was hard, which is exactly why I went, but it was a much richer (and more hilarious) experience than I could have imagined! Join me for the straight poop on my 10 day silent meditation experience!
And if you want more information on the 200 Vipassana course centers around the world, go to https://www.dhamma.org/
People may roll their eyes at pageants, but that will change after you listen to this episode. Young people like Tori Leto (https://linktr.ee/ToriLeto) are changing the game by being courageously authentic, and preserving their sense of self…and still winning! In this inspiring episode, we talk about the challenges and successes, the mental health challenges, the resistance and the victory! You won’t want to miss this inspiring and courage igniting episode.
Be sure to listen all the way to the end for the results of the pagaent she mentions in the episode that would fund some of her masters work to help her continue the amazing work she's doing with Brighter Times.
Want more from Tori? Here are the links!
https://linktr.ee/brightertimes?utm_source=qr_code
https://linktr.ee/ToriLeto
https://www.brightertimesrc.com/
https://www.brightertimescan.org/
As the nation continues to follow some of our national healthcare issues, one particular OBGYN has been at the frontlines witnessing minorities and women suffer to get dependable and affordable care. According to her, our system still has challenges because of a lack of understanding for Whole Person Care, meaning there isn't enough education and accessibility to preventative care. This goes back as far as medical school training ... preventative care and women's health focused studies is unfortunately still a rarity in medical school training.
Dr. Mary Jacobson, (https://www.linkedin.com/in/mary-jacobson-md-09366385/) is an OB GYN who studied at Stanford and has dedicated her career to women's health. She serves as the Chief Medical Advisor at Hello Alpha, (https://www.helloalpha.com/) which is a unique tool that's answering to the fact that women face the greatest barriers to accessible and affordable healthcare. Alpha was formed with the goal of providing access to care for some of the country’s most common, underserved, and undertreated medical needs. In today's modern American culture, Dr. Jacobson believes we just need to care for humans on a more personal level and better understand the vast amount of conditions they can have.
So I thought I would invite Dr. J (as she is fondly referred to) to provide firsthand stories based on the issues she is seeing with her patients, as well as new data and stats around women and minorities when it comes to seeking care and health outcomes. Through her work she has developed a great deal of knowledge on these topics so I figured she'd be a really useful source for any relevant stories.
HOW DOES SHE DO IT? 3 gorgeous, curious, healthy, energetic kids, one happy husband, getting an MBA AND Starting a new global business! Victoria Tolbert-Ashley (https://www.linkedin.com/in/vta-ms/) seems to be holding it all together while making everything happen, so I invited her to the show to share her secrets, and she does not disappoint!
In this episode we talk about
- How she's doing it all AND holding it together! (hint: it's all about alignment!)
- How she relies on her resources rather than doing it alone
- What true "self care" means, and how to find it
Check out the Champlified website: Champlified.org
LinkedIn: Champlified Health and Wellness Solutions,
Facebook: Champlified Solutions
IG: Champlified Health and Wellness Solutions
Victoria Tolbert-Ashley is a Warren, Ohio native and currently resides in Chicago, Ill.
She holds a Bachelors of Fine Arts with the concentration in Fashion
Design/Merchandise Management, Masters of Science in Health Promotion and
Exercise Science 3. She is certified in Corrective Exercise, Performance Enhancement
and Health Nutrition. Victoria is a New York State Board Certified member of Institute
Integrative Nutrition Holistic Health. She most recently earned her Executive MBA from The Ohio State University, Fisher College of Business.
Victoria is the founder of Champlified Health and Wellness Solutions, a 501C3 that is an individual consulting firm providing access to scalable capital for marginalized
businesses, researching, and providing community engagement in health driven
programs. Champlified is vital because it gives the opportunity to build organizations
focused on financial growth, health improvement, and an increasingly solid education
for a population who doesn’t have genuine people fighting for them.
Victoria lives with her loves, her husband Andre and three children, Ziva, Dalis and
Andre.
Kindness. Something we all enjoy and value from the people around us, and something some people may think is missing too often in human interactions, but this week's guest has a different perspective, and she has a great point.
Linda Cohen (www.lindacohenconsulting.com) is The Kindness Catalyst. Author, speaker and Kindness consultant, Linda helps bring more kindness into the world! In this episode we talk about
- How she got started working in this arena
- Why kindness is so important
- How acts of kindness don't have to be massive and epic! Small acts are what truly makes a different in the day-to-day!
Want more from Linda?
Website: www.lindacohenconsulting.com
Resource page she mentioned in the episode: https://lindacohenconsulting.com/resources/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lindamcohen/
Linda Cohen, also known as the “kindness catalyst”, is a professional speaker and consultant. For nearing two decades, Linda has worked with businesses and associations on the ROI of Kindness.
Linda served for 6 years on the board of the National Speaker Association Oregon Chapter. In 2018-19, she was their chapter president. Linda’s second book, The Economy of Kindness: How Kindness Transforms Your Bottom Line was published in October 2021.
You may not know she's a devoted and steadfast Earl Grey tea drinker. Originally, from New England, she lives in Portland, Oregon with her husband of 30 years. They have two spirited young adult children and have raised three Cavalier King Charles Spaniels.
Alcoholism is a label that has interesting connotations. For a busy mom, wife and entrepreneur, who has time for everything that comes with that label...but too soon, Darla Burns Cornett realized that if she didn't take on that label, everything was going to fall apart. So she took a hard, honest look at her life, her values, and what she wanted for herself and her family, and made a huge change!
In this honest and challenge episode, we discuss the courage it takes to make huge changes that are very uncomfortable at first, the resources necessary to make those big changes, and the allowances we need to make for ourselves to be able to find the brighter side.
In this fascinating episode, Ryan Alin, Software development manager gives us his perspective on AI! He provides a ton of fascinating metaphors and parallels involving artificial intelligence and the future! Listen with an open mind and even if you're not convinced of anything, or even ifyou don't agree, it will definitely make you think about things you might not have considered!
Want to connect with Ryan? https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-alin-1935597/
Fascinating video on AI predictions: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mFwZxoTzHl4
Do you have questions? Arguments? Would you like to see another episode addressing those things? Hit me at admin@annebonney.com or leave a comment!
Jenn Donahue (www.jenndonahue.com) has been succeeding in male-dominated environments for a long time! She has overcome those voices in her head to reach great heights in her career! In this episode we hit on a boatload of compelling and helpful topics!
- Imposter Syndrome
- Leadership
- Authenticity
- Military vs Civilian life and leadership
- Building trust
- and Blowing things up!!
It's fun, it's insightful, and you'll be glad you listened!
Want more from Jenn?
www.jenndonahue.com
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenndonahue-phd-pe/
jenn@jenndonahue.com
Thanks for listening
Overwhelmed.
Burned out.
Over it
HELP!
Some of the words I hear from people these days as we navigate this understaffed, overworked, everchanging world! Have no fear, Russell Harvey (https://www.theresiliencecoach.co.uk/ ) is here! In this delightful episode he talks about his resilience wheel and some fabulous ways to buikd your own resilience, so you can deal with life's wrecking balls when they come! (and believe me....they're coming!)
We talk about
- The difference between PURPOSE and MEANING in building resilience.
- The importance difference between Optimism and Positivity.
- The subtle difference between Adaptability and Agility, and how you need both!
- The importance of SUPPORT and COLLABORATION and accepting help when you need it.
Want more from Russell?
Website: https://www.theresiliencecoach.co.uk/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/russelltheresiliencecoach/
Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/theresiliencecoach/
Russell Harvey, "The Resilience Coach", is a dynamic and engaging Leadership Coach and Facilitator, Public Speaker, Managing Director, NED, Podcaster, and Radio Host. With over 20 years of experience in Learning, Leadership, and Organizational Development, Russell has specialized in Resilience and VUCA for the past 18 years. He is passionate about positively affecting 100,000 people by the year 2025 and has already impacted 14,003 individuals.
In addition to his work with clients, Russell is the Chair of Governors of a local primary school and a volunteer with Leeds Young Authors. He also runs public speaking and confidence workshops in schools. Russell has a depth of qualifications that include Certificates in Training, Education, and Coaching, and he is an ILM and CIPD facilitator, Strengthscope, Master NLP, and MBTI. He has been a National Training Awards Judge and is a member of the Association for Coaching, NLP, and CIPD.
Natalie Jobity (https://www.theunveiledway.com/) Helps people find their strengths. She helps people find that zone of brilliance where not only are they totally jamming through life and professional accomplishments, but they're also making a huge impact on the world around them! IT CAN BE EASY, and YOU CAN BE BRILLIANT!!! So knock out that imposter syndrome, because as she says on the front of her book, It's Your Time to Shine!Want more from Natalie?
Website: https://www.theunveiledway.com/
Link Tree: https://linktr.ee/nataliejobity
It's Your Time to Shine Girl book: https://amzn.to/3GdLyQB
Leadership Style quiz: https://tinyurl.com/yfkeyxz3
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nataliejobity-leadershipdevelopmentcoach/
As "The Brilliance Unveiler," Natalie Jobity leverages more than fifteen years of experience empowering hundreds of women as an image consultant and now as a transformational leadership coach & personal brand strategist of The Unveiled Way. She works with seasoned professional women and founders of color to empower them to unveil their brilliance so they can transform into the next-level version of themselves needed to make their impact and lead unapologetically in their arena.
Natalie Jobity is an ICF-certified coach, bestselling author, mentor, speaker, and facilitator who recently published her second book titled, It’s Your Time to Shine, Girl: Own Your Brilliance, Step into Your Influence, and Lead Like a Trailblazer. This leadership development and empowerment book will inspire women the world over to step into their purpose, and also give them the tips, tools, and techniques needed to succeed and thrive as a woman of influence.
Lisa Demmi (https://lisademmi.com/) Speaker, author, artist, philanthropist, hurricane auntie and dog lover knows belonging. She's been without it, knows that pain, and knows how to help create an inclusive environment. In this episode we talk about why it's important, and her opinions on the impact a culture of EXclusion has on the people.
Want more from Lisa? Here are the handles!
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisademmi/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCMM7WoNF5fRLUM1S8MCIUbA
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LisaDemmiSpeaker/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisademmi/
Twitter: @wutupdogg
Smoke Signal: light a match!
Hurricanes are a part of living in FL. Michigan has snow, Kansas has tornados, California has earthquakes, DC has politicians....it's just the facts! Here in Florida, for 8 weeks a year, it might get windy. I've lived here for a little over a year, and have experienced 2 major hurricanes. SPOILER ALERT: everything worked out beautifully for me in the end, but I was sure dancing in the discomfort zone during the evacuation and storm waiting process, so I thought I'd share 3 lessons I learned this time, as Idalia was barreling down on us. They might help you with your next crisis!
Becoming a professional artist takes talent, courage and tenacity! Jacqueline Bruce (https://jacquelinebruce.com/) has all 3 and more! In this episode she shares her journey, her losses and the power of believing in yourself to move forward! She also talks about her physiological evolution, and how she embraced the new developments that her instrument displayed! A great message to us all to let go of the old identity as our new self develops.
Want to hear Jacqueline Sing? The introductory song in the podcast episode was sung by her in 1999 (listen here https://soundcloud.com/anne-bonney-296446414/jacqueline-bruce-singing-lho-perduta-1999-curtis?si=7081ab630d9041ba959a2aaef158844a&utm_source=clipboard&utm_medium=text&utm_campaign=social_sharing)
Here is her Sound Cloud profile with more recent singing! https://soundcloud.com/jacqueline-bruce-69744680
Website: https://jacquelinebruce.com/
Becoming a gold medalist in the Olympics is a feat in and of itself, but doing it after doctors tell you you'll never ski again is a whole nother ballgame! How do you know when it's right to go with your intuition and continue to push towards your dream? Nikki Stone (https://www.nikkistone.com/) tells us about her journey doing just that! She's danced in MANY discomfort zones, and has fabulous insights to share, even if we're not olympic athletes!
Want more from Nikki?
Book: https://www.amazon.com/When-Turtles-Fly-Secrets-Successful/dp/1600376754
https://youtube.com/@Olympicgold
https://www.youtube.com/@nikkistonegold
www.linkedin.com/in/nikkistone
An American Hero
At the Olympic Winter Games in Nagano, Japan, Nikki Stone became America’s first-ever Olympic Champion in the sport of inverted aerial skiing. What made this performance so unbelievable, was the fact that less than two years earlier, a chronic injury prevented her from standing, much less walking or skiing down a slope at almost 40 miles per hour. Nikki came dangerously close to being sidelined from aerial skiing indefinitely.
Her tenacity and refusal to step down from a challenge brought Nikki Stone back to the top of the freestyle skiing podium. This top spot was far from foreign to Nikki, as throughout her career she earned 35 World Cup medals, eleven World Cup titles, four national titles, two yearlong Aerial World Cup titles, and a World Championship title. She also became the first pure aerialist ever—male or female—to become the yearlong Overall Freestyle World Cup Champion.
Andy grew up like Huck Finn with a motor on the intercoastal waterways of Savannah, Georgia. He spent eight months a year at sea serving in the US Navy out of Japan launching jets off the flight deck of an aircraft carrier.
As a bestselling author and speaker he openly shares his story of fighting a six year battle to save his son’s life and the powerful lessons he has learned along the way.
Want more from Andy? Www.alwaysadventurelife.com
Www.linkedin.com/andyway
Join MY e-mail list: https://bit.ly/midweek-energizer
Every time I teach an Emotional Intelligence workhop, someone asks "Ok, but how do I get my boss/co-worker/staff/spouse to be more self-aware?". So I welcomed Dr Erika Michalski (www.stratauth.com) back to the show to share her educated opinions and perspectives on how to help others realize that their actions and words are NOT having the desired impact! We go through some amazing strategies to help others in a way that they're most likely to actually listen! Dr Erika also talks about parenting, and other assorted fascinating topics, so buckle up for this energetic ride through everything you've always wanted to hear!!
Dr Erika Michalski is the founder and CEO of Strategically Authentic, a consulting company dedicated to helping people leverage who they are to get where they want to be. From keynotes to workshops to individual coaching, she chooses to frame her work in the most current information around neuroscience, positive psychology, employee engagement, emotional intelligence, human evolution, and just a hint of behavioral economy … In other words, there’s a little something for everyone when Dr. Erika gets involved!
Sam Demma https://www.samdemma.com) , best-selling author of Empty YourBackpack (https://www.amazon.com/Empty-Your-Backpack-Beliefs-Consistent/dp/1778272509) and one of the youngest keynote speakers in the education and association space joins us today to share his metaphor of the backpack that we all carry that's full of the weight of everyone elses opinions and words! He shares strategies on how to empty that backpack of the stuff that doesn't serve us, to make space for all the things that will!
In this fabulous episode we talk about
- Sam's loss of direction after a sports career ending injury
- How he turns negatives into positives
- The powerful 2 questions he applies before taking on any advise from others
- How he shows up, even in a small way, to make a huge difference!
You're going to want to know more about Sam, so here are the links!
Website: https://www.samdemma.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sam_demma/
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sam-demma/
Sam Demma is a best-selling author and one of the youngest keynote speakers in the Education and Association sectors. He co-founded the volunteer organization PickWaste, delivered two TEDx talks, and—as a result of his exceptional contributions to Canada—was awarded the prestigious Queens Platinum Jubilee Award.
Thanks for listening.
A friend once said "Grief is love with nowhere to go." It's a winding road with no end and no logic, especially when dealing with the death of your child after a long battle with mental health challenges and addiction. Barbara Legere, (http://barbaralegere.com) courageously tells her story, and provides guidence on talking to people who are grieving. Her book "Talk To Me, I'm Grieving" JUST came out, so grab a copy and learn how to support people going through a difficult time!
Get Barbara's new book: https://www.amazon.com/Talk-Me-Im-Grieving-Supportive-ebook/dp/B0BX88D87H/ref=sr_1_2?crid=1PQF7C1V1DBBT&keywords=talk+to+me+i%27m+grieving&qid=1678212668&sprefix=talk+to+me+i%27m+grieving%2Caps%2C182&sr=8-2
Website http://barbaralegere.com
LinkedIn URL https://www.linkedin.com/in/barbaralegere
Facebook URL https://www.facebook.com/barbara.legere1
Twitter URL https://twitter.com/@barbaralegere7
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/barbaralegere925
Linktree https://linktr.ee/BarbaraLegere925
Barbara Legere is the bestselling author of Keven’s Choice. She has just completed her second book, Talk to Me I'm Grieving. Her writing has been featured in Prevention Magazine, Salon, Huffington Post, and Authority Magazine for her work in advocating for those suffering from substance abuse, mental health issues, and grief. In addition, she is a sought-after podcast guest speaking on grief awareness, suicide prevention, and compassion for substance abuse disorder.
She is a volunteer for the non-profit, TIP, (Trauma Intervention Program) where she is called on scene by first responders to give emotional support and help to those involved in traumatic incidents, typically involving the death of a loved one.
Barbara's genuine kindness and concern for the wellbeing of others, especially those suffering grief, depression and substance use disorder, makes her a popular podcast guest.
She lives in Southern California with her sister, cat, tortoise, and three dogs.
Having difficult conversations is one of the most challenging things in all human interaction. We just want to get along. Our feelings are hurt. We just don't want to create conflict, or have to deal with the resistance of others. But whether it's conflict in our romantic relationships, corrective conversations with people who work with us, or conflict in the office, we have to have these tough conversations in order to move through life, so learning how to do them is how we do it! This week, by your request, I welcome Dr Laura Sicola, Leadership, Communication and Influence expert to talk about how to approach these conversations! She jam packs this with very clear how-tos. We talk about
- Assuming positive intent (we've talked about this before people! https://ignitingyourcourage.com/blog/2023/06/05/a-little-tip-on-dealing-with-challenging-people-and-situations-with-your-host-anne-bonney/)
- Reflective listening: staying neutral so they truly feel heard
- The importance of taking notes so you can truly listen to understand
- The difference between humility and humilitation and how to use the latter to truly hear someone and preserve both of your dignity!
- Separating intention from impact so you can see their experience even if it wasn't how at all how you meant it to go!
- Focusing on what they DO as the problem rather than who they are! (The DO vs the BE!)
Want to get that Listening to Understand protocol? Go to https://vocalimpactproductions.com/contact/ and say "I'd like the 'listening to understand protocol' that you discussed on Dancing in the Discomfort Zone podcast!" or something like that!
Go check out her TedX talk that has nearly 7 million views!!! "Want to sound like a Leader? Start by Saying Your Name Right": https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=02EJ1IdC6tE
Want more from Dr Laura Sicola? https://vocalimpactproductions.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drlaurasicola
LinkedIn Business Page: https://www.linkedin.com/company/vocal-impact-productions/
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWri2F_hhGQpMcD97DctJwA
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/leadershipvoice1/
Twitter: @LauraSicola
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/VocalImpactProductions
Listen to her PODCAST, Speaking to Influence: Communication Secrets of the C-Suite
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/speaking-to-influence/id1515649028
Want more from your host Anne Bonney? Here! :) https://linktr.ee/annebonney
Thank you for listening!!
Whitney Brewer (Www.whitneybrewer.com) is on a quest to empower women through her artform. In this insightful and enlightening episode, we talk about shame, blame and guilt and how she helps people become more confident, more empowered, and step into discomfort and overcome. Through her photography and her emotional brand consulting, she has changed lives, and she tells us how.
In this episode we talk about
- How she creates a safe space for people to be vulnerable.
- The power of her photography in people's lives and relationships
- Her own experience with boidoir and erotica photography
- How she helps people dance in the discomfort zone, and be bigger and stronger and sexier on the other side...for themselves.
Want more from Whitney? I got you!
Www.whitneybrewer.com
Insta: @whitneybrewer_
Email: whitney.brewer@gmail.com
In this enlightening discomfort zone dance, Joe Apfelbaum, CEO of Ajax Union and a renowned LinkedIn expert, shares valuable insights on leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) to revolutionize your LinkedIn strategy. Covering six key areas, Joe discusses the immense potential of AI tools in optimizing LinkedIn for professional success.
Part one delves into the power of AI-driven content creation and reveals how AI can generate compelling posts and comments effortlessly. By automating these processes, you can save time and focus on other essential tasks while maintaining a consistent online presence.
Part two explores additional AI applications. Joe highlights the potential of AI for crafting personalized invitation notes and writing recommendations on LinkedIn. These tools help establish meaningful connections and boost credibility, ultimately leading to more networking opportunities. Additionally, AI-powered direct messaging templates can streamline communication and facilitate follow-ups.
Throughout the interview, Joe emphasizes the need for proper validation and control when using AI tools. By incorporating AI tools into your LinkedIn strategy, you can optimize your profile, enhance engagement, and unlock new networking possibilities. (and yes, I used ChatGPT to write this summary!)
Connect with Joe on LinkedIn:
https://Joelinkedin.com
Here are the links we talked about in the episode.
newAIcourse.com
evyAI.com
usinessnetworkingworkshop.com
First time cruising: check
Keynote at 10:30pm: check
New format speech: check
I was dancing in the discomfort zone big time y'all, so I thought I'd share the adventure! Yes, even your host gets uncomfortable sometimes, and it all centered around unknowns and unexpected wrinkles that required quick changes of the plan. (and I love a good plan....so changes too it often have me reaching for the Tums!)
Join me as I share my dance!
Creativity takes risk, and sometime in your past, you may have taken that risk and been judged or rejected, and many of us learn, it's not safe to put our ideas out there, and we stifle our creativity, and believe we are not! Well you are, and Dr Caroline Brookfield (www.carolinebrookfield.com) is here to help you reclaim your creativity! In this episode we talk about
- Learning how to increase your tolerance for ambiguity
- Not to reject any ideas, however crazy, too early!
- The importance of investing the time in daydreaming.
- All of the different manifestations of creativity! (it's not just painting and singing! It can be in Excel too!)
Want more from Dr Carline Brookfield?
Here's her website! www.carolinebrookfield.com
youtube @carolinebrookfield
instagram @artfulscience
Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/carolinebrookfield/
When I heard about Josh Stinton's (https://joshstinton.com/) Marathon across the Sky, I knew I needed to invite him to the studio to come chat, and boy he did not disappoint. Meet someone who is dancing in the discomfort zone a lot, having a ton of fun, meeting amazing, madly intelligent people, and raising tons of money for great causes. In this episode we talk about
- Hide and Seek World Championships (https://www.smithsonianmag.com/travel/inside-worlds-only-hide-and-go-seek-championship-180964595/)
- Off Road Unicycle Races (https://www.dailytelegraph.com.au/newslocal/manly-daily/josh-stinton-will-unicycle-down-a-spanish-mountain-as-part-of-unicycle-charity-feat/news-story/6136f5cf0e89ac7b9846afabc58cb7bc)
- Bicycling across the Atlantic
- and his upcoming adventure, a marathon in the sky
- And how he takes on all these challenges with tons of prep, but very little experience!
Check out his website: https://joshstinton.com/
How about that fabulous instagram? https://www.instagram.com/joshstinton/
and here's how you subscribe to my mid-week energizer e-mail! bit.ly/midweek-energizer
What I thought was going to be an academic conversation about Diversity, Equity and Inclusion turned into a fabulously insightful connection with an amazing human to talk about so much more!
Di Ciruolo (https://diciruolo.com/) is an author, speaker and justice advocate. Her first book Ally Up, discussed her experiences supporting tech People departments through growing their equity awareness; building programs both in the US and abroad. Di's second book, Indomitable (https://diciruolo.com/store/p/indomitable-a-foster-care-story-preorder) , is a more personal book which details her experiences as a ward of the state in the Massachusetts foster care system. Her life growing up on the outside as a foster kid with neurodiversity has given her a unique understanding of humanness that informs her practice and her life.
Di’s passion is freeing other humans from the guilt and self-harm that can come from trauma and loss, and she has a love/hate relationship with public speaking. Di loves her made-family, Fleetwood Mac, trotty dogs, and standing in the ocean in her purple wellies year-round. Di tries each day to embody the Dolly Parton quote: “Find out who you are and do it on purpose.” Di is a mother to two neurospicy kids and is married to her partner, Jay, and they enjoy a coastal grandmother lifestyle.
Want more from Di?
Website http://www.diciruolo.com
GET THE BOOK! https://diciruolo.com/store/p/indomitable-a-foster-care-story-preorder
LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/diciruolo
Facebook https://www.facebook.com/DiCiruolo
Twitter https://twitter.com/diciruolo
Bryan Martin and I have been friends since I was a blonde animal trainer at the New England Aquarium in Boston. He is a lifelong dancer (just recreationally) and who knew he would use that past-time to help him get through one of the most terrible experiences of his life, the tragic loss of his life partner. In this fun and inspiring episode, we talk about
- How he used dancing to pull himself up when all he wanted was to be down.
- How he faced reality and chose life
- The Internet support and infamy that has resulted
- And we laugh and shamelessly walk down memory lane (because catching up with old friends is so life affirming!)
Oh, and if you have Alexa, please yell "HEY ALEXA...WHO IS SEALION BRYAN?" right now. Thank you!
SO GO NOW to his social media (whichever you enjoy the most...he's on all of them) and TRY NOT TO SMILE. (it's not possible!) and if you're finding it hard to dance through your own grief, maybe grab his book The Widowed Dancer: Growing Through Grief With Gratitude.
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Sealionbryan
IG/Tiktok: @sealionbryan
The Widowed Dancer Book on Amazon: https://amzn.to/41rgkNt
And for more information on your host Anne Bonney, go to https://YourChangeSpeaker.com
Thanks for listening!
One of my favorite Emotional Intelligence exercises to help me deal with tough situations! Enjoy!
If you want to join my Mid-Week Energizer e-mail list, here's that link. https://bit.ly/midweek-energizer
And if you want other stuff from me....here! https://linktr.ee/annebonney
Thanks for listening
3 people reached out and said "Networking makes me uncomfortable, do an episode on that!" so my wish is your command, and this week I welcome Gina Glover (https://www.ginaconnects.com/), Speaker and Career and Networking coach to share some fabulous insights about networking and how to make it a bit less uncomfortable.
We talk about
- How to build confidence so you can make it more easily from the car to the networking event
- Shifting your mindset around networking to make it more effective (and less dreadful!)
- A little name recognition tactic for higher impact networking
- Following up after a networking event.
For the online career networking events she mentioned in the episode, https://www.ginaconnects.com/my-events
Robbie Samuel's book about Croissants vs Bagels that she mentioned: https://robbiesamuels.com/bookstore/
The song she sang https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q2ShkYcemgU
Thanks for listening!!
Self-awareness is the cornerstone of Emotional Intelligence and in this week's episode, I dive into self-awareness with speaker, podcaster and emotional intelligence aficionado Courtney Stanley (www.courtney-stanley.com) We go all in on what it is, why it matters and how we can improve it!
We talk about
- How self-awarness helps build stronger teams, a more positive and productive work culture, and ultimately drives meaningfl change.
- Questions you can ask to build your self-awareness
- How your ego can get in the way of developing your emotional intelligence, and a few ways to leave it at the door
- The universe's response to your decision to work on something.
Want more from Courtney? Here are the links!
IG/TW/FB: @courtneyonstage
Website: www.courtney-stanley.com
Linkedin: linkedin.com/in/courtneystanley
Thanks for listening. Don't forget to subscribe so you don't miss one uncomfortable step, and if you're looking for a fun, interactive presentation on Emotional Intelligence, or leadership people want to follow, let's chat! https://yourchangespeaker.com/
My whole goal in this podcast is to talk about things that make us uncomfortable, but that we'll be stronger for talking about. I hope this episode can help debunk some myths, and maybe get someone who desparately needs it, some help! This week I welcome Josh Shea, Pornography Addiction Expert, Author, Certified Betrayal Trauma Coach, TEDx Talk Speaker (www.PAddictRecovery.com) to talk about porn addiction and the intensely negative impact it can have on all aspects of your life. (like any addiction!)
In this episode we talk about
- How porn addiction skyrocketed in 2020.
- The 2 sides of porn addiction. It’s not just about consuming!!!
- Some of the negative consequences of any addiction, including porn addiction.
- How porn addiction spans all demographics!
Want more from Josh? Here's the links!
www.PAddictRecovery.com
www.amazon.com/author/joshuashea
TikTok: @ThatCornCoach
Instagram: @PAddictRecovery
LinkedIn: Joshua Shea
Twitter: @PAddictRecovery
Thank you for listening!!
WHY do some of us seek out discomfort? To strengthen our tolerance muscles and grow and learn about ourselves and to enrich our lives.
Lisa Corrado (https://www.facebook.com/lisa.f.corrado) is currently hiking the Camino de Santiago (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Camino_de_Santiago) and she took some time out of her rest day to chat with me and tell me about all the dancing she's been doing. You'll laugh, you'll cry, it's better than hot cocoa after shoveling your driveway in a snowstorm!
We've all worked in a place with a toxic work culture, and we all know how horrible it can be so this week I welcome Mary Ceccanese, Owner and Principal Consultant at Dynamic Connections LLC (https://www.dynamicconnectionsllc.com) to tell us about some of the research and action step she helps managers take in order to create a workplace with increased engagement and employee retention! Somewhere where employees can thrive!
We talk about
- The value of a positive workplace from a research perspective
- How to build high quality connections
- The importance of employees feeling valued not just for their accomplishments
Want more from Mary? Here are some links.
https://www.dynamicconnectionsllc.com
https://www.linkedin.com/in/mary-ceccanese-4b712a5/
And here are those cool cards I mentioned at the end of the episode. https://dynamicconnectionsllc.com/hqccards/
Mary Ceccanese is the owner and principal consultant of Dynamic Connections LLC. Celebrating more than fifteen years of presenting interactive seminars and workshops to all levels of staff in both for-profit and non-profit organizations, she engages attendees with research-based practices applied to work-life scenarios. Mary was one of the 2019 “Top Ten Business Women” in the country of the American Business Women’s Association (ABWA). She is currently the District V Vice President in ABWA.
This week I welcome Parissa Behnia (www.sixensestrategy.com) who works with what she calls Modern Badasses. These are high-performing senior leaders who go eighty miles per hour in a forty-five mile per hour zone and don’t always check to see if their teams (or clients) are strapped in for the ride, let alone interested in the destination. They are pattern interrupters and change agents.
People describe them as being bold, brash, creative and sometimes like a bull in a china shop. Just like that bull in a china shop, a modern badass can inadvertently push people away instead of attracting, engaging or enrolling them. And disengaging others comes with significant hard and soft costs.
Most people think it’s better to ignore or sideline this type of leader. The truth is, modern badasses can have a positive outsized impact on all of us when they create new ways to engage and enroll clients, peers, and teams instead of repelling them. They have the capacity to be understood, respected and valued for who they are as opposed to hiding themselves and playing a smaller game to suit someone else’s taste.
Want more from Parissa? Here are the links.
www.sixensestrategy.com
badass.sixensestrategy.com
linkedin.com/in/behnia
Bio
Parissa Behnia coaches C Suite and Senior leaders who are high will-high skill and have a growth mindset. In other words, they're badasses who go 80MPH in a 45MPH zone but don’t always check to see if their team is strapped in or interested in going for the ride. These leaders are high value to a company but their edges may start to diminish their value. These days, leadership is full of complexities whether you’re navigating from an audacious goal or trying to avoid that iceberg up ahead. In either case, Parissa's clients choose her because she's either sat in those seats or next to those seats often enough to know how it can feel to be alone in a crowded leadership room. She's unafraid to speak truth to power to help propel them forward.
One of Parissa’s favorite things to do is to stand in front of a whiteboard – real or pretend – to help clients imagine what the world could look like and then propels them as they navigate to that vision of success. This work enables clients to put together pieces of the puzzle to create the “A-Ha!” moment that ignites action. She leans into the discomfort of the unknown and invites her clients to embrace all of their talents (even ones they don’t recognize or value fully) to create their own paths to success..
Parissa is the author of “Modern Badass: Tales from the Leadership Front”. She has taught entrepreneurship seminars and is a frequent speaker on strategy, leadership and entrepreneurship. Parissa is a Certified Professional Coach, holds a BA from Northwestern University and MBA from NYU’s Stern School of Business.
In this episode I share an experience I had recently during a keynote where the audience was particularly triggered by the word CONTROL in context to having tough conversations. A very lively, intelligent and insightful dialogue ensued, and they came up with some fascinating and emotionally intelligent conclusions about moderation in our definitions of potentially triggering words, and the consideration of all definitions, even though the first one we think of might be negative.
As we develop our emotional intelligence (one of the top characteristics attributed to success in the workplace...and life) we need to reflect on our initial reactions and explore other possible meanings. This allows us to approach potentially volitile conversations with curiosity, and we're much more likely to have the other person's participation in an emotionally charged relationship!
Enjoy!
Maybe you're like a lot of Americans who feel like they're on the hamster wheel of life, running and running but not getting where you want, and feeling a liottle trapped and out of control! Well Megan Miller (https://www.megan-miller.com/) is here to talk about that, and how, with a little intentionality, we can take back our day-to-day and ultimately life a better, happier, less stressful and more relaxing life. (JUST IN TIME!) In this episode we talk about
- A quick, daily practice of 4 questions that will get you started on living a more intentional life
- Micro steps you can take to make Mega change
- How the habit loop works and how you can use it to your advantage
- How you can think more positive, happy thoughts naturally throughout the day.
Megan Miller (https://www.megan-miller.com/) is an International Best-Selling Author, TedX Speaker, Intentional Living Expert, & host of Attention to Intention podcast.
Megan is dedicated to offering high performing go-getting professionals simple, daily micro-steps for putting attention to intention so they can stop sleepwalking through life and start living with inspiration and fulfillment.
Website: megan-miller.com
Instagram: @megan.b.miller
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/meganmillerintention/
Thank you for listening!
She was hearing whispers for as long as she could remember, but it took a traumatic injury to slow her down and bring clarity to the authentic life she was meant to live! Lt Shannon Sedlacek litigator turned firefighter turned consultant shares her journey, and how she helps her clients manage the stress of high stakes job and life.
In this episode we talk about
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How to listen to the whispers among the clutter
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The difference between working from your mind and working in your body
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A technique to help you clear your mind when stress is clouding things up!
As a former litigation attorney, I traded wearing my pumps at the Courthouse for steel toed and steel shanked boots at the firehouse (at age 39) where I lead teams of firefighters as the first female officer in the history of my Department.
For over three decades, I've performed in intense, often life or death situations, where it was essential that I perform at my best with the additional pressure of being the "first" and the "only".
You can find more from Shannon by e-mailing shannon@insightfulfirefighter.com
or check out her website at shannonsaid.com
And if you want to join Host Anne Bonney's mailing list, go to https://bit.ly/midweek-energizer
Have you ever noticed that when you're on a diet, you crush it in the morning, do pretty well for lunch, but Doordash is back on speed dial by 4pm and the large supreme pizza, cheezy bread (with extra ranch) and pint of Ben and Jerry's is on the way while you're speeding home? Or after a tough morning of performance evaluation, traffic and a screaming toddler, you have a really hard time dealing with Pat in accounting who talks so frikkin slow? You get that "super frustrated hangry" feeling and all will power and emotional intelligence goes out the window.
In this episode, I talk about Emotional Energy, the stuff we need to make decisions, show discipline and will power and not bite people's heads off in meetings. (figuratively...and literally I suppose!) What is it, and a few ways to replenish it when we're running low so we can get through that meeting (that should have been an e-mail) without maxing out our blood pressure.
MONEY! Just the mention of it sends a shiver down some people's spines! It's uncomfortable but so necessary to talk about so today I'm joined by Sandi Bragar (https://www.linkedin.com/in/sandi-bragar-a4465035/) and Cammie Doder (https://www.linkedin.com/in/cammiedoder/) to look directly at it, talk about why it's so hard, and why it's so important to get more comfortable talking about it.
We talk about
- Why it's so hard to talk about
- Steps you can take to start to heal your emotional challenges around money
- Going to a financial advisor and the ducks you DO NOT have to have in a row in order to do it.
If you want more from Cammie and Sandi, join them on the Money Tales Podcast at https://aspiriant.com/podcasts.
Oh, and here's the link to the Jen Sincero book I tried to think of the name of! https://www.amazon.com/You-Are-Badass-Making-Money/dp/0735223130/ref=asc_df_0735223130/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=312674808447&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=10397070690686117235&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9012131&hvtargid=pla-493601241097&psc=1
Small Brave Moves! Not only is this the title of today's guest's book (https://www.amazon.com/Small-Brave-Moves-Life-Changing-Leadership/dp/1636768407) , it's also kind of what life and dancing in the discomfort zone is all about, so today I welcome Nicole Bianchi (www.nicolembianchi.com) to talk about leadership and bravery and those dreaded tough conversations! How do we set ourselves up for success WAY Before we ever need to actually have the uncomfortable ones? Nicole has the answers!
We talk about
- The 5 conversations every leader needs to have
- The power of shrinking the leadership challenge to one small brave move
- What Bravership is
- The premise of her new book (coming out in fall 2023...ish!)
- and her involvement with Jimmy Hoffa fans!
If you want more from Nicole, go to www.nicolembianchi.com or @NicoleBianchi on all the social media channels!
Getting what you want from this podcast? If not, hit me with an e-mail and let me know what topic of discomfort you'd like us to dance in next! Admin@AnneBonney.com. Thanks!! (and this is question #2 of Nicole's 5 questions...the ask!! DO IT!)
Gene Sticco (https://forthepromiseofamerica.com) has been in the military, a government contractor, in the oil and gas industry, and now he runs an opera company (https://mysticsideopera.weebly.com/) ...oh, and he's running for president! (https://forthepromiseofamerica.com) Think whatever you want. What's undeniable is that this guy's got guts, and he is dancing in the discomfort zone for sure.
In this fun and fascinating interview, I chat with 2024 dark horse presidential candidate about embracing discomfort of standing up to his beliefs in service and that the political system needs to change. He's not just complaining about it, he's standing up and putting himself out there! We don't talk issues, we just talk about his discomfort dancing.
If you want to see where he stands on the issues, check out www.forthepromiseofamerica.com
And whoever you write in or check off in 2024...be sure you get out there and vote.
We all have it, that internal dialogue that reminds us of all the bad things that could happen and all the reasons why not doing that scary, uncomfortable thing is a better idea! I call her Sally, and in this episode, I share my insights on where that voice comes from (actually a helpful place) and how to deal with it. She's going to be there, but she doesn't have to rule your life!
Thanks for joining me! For more on your host Anne Bonney, go to https://Your ChangeSpeaker.com.
I met Hannah (https://linktr.ee/hannah_sainty) scooping elephant poop at the Elephant Nature Park (https://www.elephantnaturepark.org/) in 2015. We instantly hit it off and I have enjoyed watching her journey on social media since then. Now that she is hitting her stride as a comedian, 'm thrilled to welcome her on the show to share her discomfort of finally tuning out the voice of "reason" saying she needed to do the "stable" and "sensible" "adult" thing of having a "real job" and tuning into her true calling as a creative person! (it was oozing out anyway, so she figured she'd finally jump in....and baby, look at her now!)
In this fun, entertaining and insightful episode we talk about
- How even though she tried, she couldn't get away from her creative urges
- Her choice to dance in the discomfort zone pretty much perminently
- The terror and elation that comes with being a stand up comedian
- Dealing with hecklers, nerves and when things don't go as we'd hoped.
Want more from Hannah, here's a link to all the links. https://linktr.ee/hannah_sainty
Shelley Brown is Shelley Brown and she is not shying away from being colorful and funky and being her authentic self. She is an artist, the author of Weird Girl Adventures (https://www.amazon.com/Weird-Girl-Adventures-Shelley-Brown/dp/1950712427 ) and Speaker (https://shelleybrownofficial.com/) and she shares her views on belonging, bringing your whole self to work (if you want, and it's safe) and turning your "weird" into your super power!
In this episode we talk about
- When the thing that defines your identity isn’t an option any more
- Allowing and then embracing your weird and the difference between allowing and embracing
- Belonging and how our weird can be our point of connection with others.
- How W.E.I.R.D. fits into the workplace
- How “Bullshould is the space between where we are and where we should be.”
- Shelley's view of the world as it relates to Skittles! (https://www.skittles.com/)
For more from Shelley, check out her web-spots!
Website: https://shelleybrownofficial.com/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shelleybbrown/
FB and Instagram: @shelleybrownofficial
And for more from your host Anne Bonney, check out https://YourChangeSpeaker.com
The final episode of The Kilimanjaro Chronicles, I'm joined by fellow Kilimanjaro summitter LeeAnn Marie Webster (https://noregretsformula.com/) to tell her story of the climb, and what she's taking away from it! Insightful and fun, don't miss this one!
And to find me, go to https://YourChangeSpeaker.com. Scroll to the bottom to join my mid-week energizer e-mail list! It's fun, I promise
I've had some cringy moments lately, but instead of getting defensive and running away from it...(or should I say AFTER getting defensive and running away from it) I looked directly at it, and in this episode, I share my findings with you!
Want more on your host Anne Bonney? https://YourChangeSpeaker.com
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The multi-generational workforce is a battlezone of perspectives and expectations these days, and understanding it is the key to employee engagement and retention, and just enjoying your job! That's where today's guest Steve Bench (https://www.SteveBench.com) comes in! He is an expert in the generations and his goal is to build empathy towards the life experiences of other people!! He has some amazing insights about how we all differ, and what today's workplaces need to do in order to attract and retain employees.
We talk about
- His experience as a millennial, and how everyone getting a trophy impacted his generation's way of seeing and facing the world.
- The importance of acknowledging your frustrations with different generations so you can become aware of the differences.
- How he uses demographics, data and anecdotes to help build empathy.
- Some of the big shifts workplaces need to make in order to attract and keep Gen Z employees.
- How Diversity Equity and Inclusion fits in to this conversation
- The bottom line business benefit to changing to attract and retain Gen Z workers.
- His new home in Costa Rica
Want more from Steve?
Steve's website: https://www.SteveBench.com
Insta: https://www.instagram.com/steveybench/
Now, go watch this! Judson Laippley's Evolution of Dance. Best 6 minutes of your day! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dMH0bHeiRNg&t=355s
Trying to get in touch with me?
Website: https://YourChangeSpeaker.com
E-mail: Anne@AnneBonney.com
On December 29, I summitted Kilimanjaro with my friends LeeAnn Webster and today's guest Erin Kelly. (https://www.sothebysrealty.com/monument/eng/associate/522-a-df23011111491050114/erin-kelly) In this episode we talk about her experience with the discomfort of climbing Kili, and how she's translating that and 30+ years in a completely different industry to her new business selling real estate in the York, PA/Baltimore, MD area. Tune in and begin embracing the discomfort of your bucket list items TODAY!!
Erin Kelly was born and raised in Baltimore County, Maryland, and received her Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Maryland Baltimore County.
She has combined her passion and appreciation for the design and beauty of homes with a strong business background. Erin brings more than 25 years of extensive executive experience in business, sales, strategic planning and execution, market strategy, and program management in the fitness industry to her role as a realtor.
Erin has elected to affiliate her personal brand with Monument Sotheby’s International Realty, a brand representative of luxury, lifestyle, quality, and professionalism. She aspires to grow her real estate business and mentor other agents by sharing her knowledge, experience, and resources.
She takes the premise that a home is the largest purchase most people will make in their life very seriously. Erin thoroughly enjoys the entire process of helping her clients make the best possible decision when it comes to buying or selling property.
Causes that Erin supports are the Human Rights Campaign and the Humane Treatment and Support of Animals. Her love of animals is embodied in her two cats, Wanda and Cosmo.
For more information on your host Anne Bonney, go to https://YourChangeSpeaker.com and if you have a suggestion for a topic or guest on Dancing in the Discomfort Zone Podcast, please e-mail admin@AnneBonney.com. We'd love to hear from you!
Sandy wasn't going to start the St Pete Girl Boss (https://stpetegirlboss.com/). She had the idea, and wanted the support of an entrepreneurial network, but she'd never created a networking group, she had no idea how to do it, imposter syndrome set in, and she bagged the idea. Then one night she started it. The Facebook group grew like wildfire and within a year there were thousands of very active members. Hear her story, and the courage and strategy behind it. (Spoiler alert, she figure it out as she went along!)
We talk about
- The scary process of starting a business
- Clarity from meditation
- Networking for entrepreneurs and new residents
- External messages vs internal messages, and filtering out the noise
- The law of attraction and staying in your joy
- Intuition and values and decisions
Want to inquire having me speak to your audience about Courage in Change? https://YourChangeSpeaker.com
Want to join my e-mail list and get a great Mid-Week Energizer? https://bit.ly/midweek-energizer
Did she do it? If you listened to Episode 211, you know that your host Anne Bonney (https://YourChangeSpeaker.com) spent the end of 2022 attempting to summit Mount Kilimanjaro via the Marangu Route with 2 of her friends. Did she do it? Listen in to find out.
If you have any questions or topic suggestions you'd like to hear about the show, drop me a line at Info@AnneBonney.com.
"Love what you do and you'll never work a day in your life." A common quote attributed to many people, but according to today's guest, Superstar Activator Michelle Villalobos (https://superstaractivator.com/) it's true! She was always focused on achievement, but found that achievement without alignment was a terrible experience, and once she started to focus on finding her true path and what worked best with her personality, values, and strengths, she found even more achievement, and it was so much more joyful! Listen in to her story, and her amazing insights on how you can join the journey towards your own alignment, starting now.
We talk about
- How achievement without alignment doesn’t lead to a joyful life
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The 6 points of alignment
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Dancing in the mystery
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Yin/Yang and Masculine/Feminine energy and how it plays into all this
Want more from Michelle?
Website: www.SuperstarActivator.com
Her amazing new book: www.ButIWantToFly.com
Free resource: www.SuperstarBusinessAssessment.com
Michelle Villalobos, MBA, CSP, (AKA:The "Superstar Activator") works with mission-driven Superstars to reimagine and redesign their careers, businesses, and lives for more freedom, fulfillment, income, and impact. She does this by helping them align what they DO with who they (really) ARE, and then build out the plan of action—and mindset— to support the new vision.
Happy New Year everyone! Make 2023 YOUR YEAR!
Want to join my mailing list AND get a free gift from me? https://yourchangespeaker.com/different-survival-kit/
Want me to come speak to your group about embracing the discomforts of change? https://YourChangeSpeaker.com
Have you ever had a bully-boss? Maybe you've worked with people whose negativity creates a really awful environment at work. Candace Mae (https://candacemae.com/) is a leadership and strategic business consultant who helps leaders transform a toxic workplace to somewhere people want to be. I brought her on to bring you some suggestions on dealing with a toxic leader.
We talk about
- Her holistic process helping leaders develop self-awareness
- Her 360 degree evaluation process that increases leaders EQ
- The importance of self-leadership before other-leadership
Want to learn more? Go to Candace Mae's website at https://candacemae.com/
Find her on Linkedin https://linkedin.com/in/candacemaegruber
Living my message and sharing my reasons for attempting to summit Kilimanjaro on December 27. Enjoy this peek into my psyche as I explain the value of seeking out uncomfortable things!
Want more from Anne? Join my e-mail list to get my fun Mid-Week Energizer e-mail about every week. (I skip some weeks. You know...balance!) AND You can get my Difficult People Survival Kit too! Go here. NOW!) https://yourchangespeaker.com/different-survival-kit/
Want to hire Anne to speak to your company or association? Let's chat! Anne@AnneBonney.com or https://YourChangeSpeaker.com
All humans want to be acknowledged and valued. It's a basic need, and for those who lie outside the norm in any way, often they don't get that need fulfilled. Gender is one of those areas, and it causes a lot of confusion for people who fit neatly within the norm, and a lot of mental anguish for those who don't fit. This is why this week's guest Ocean Atlas wrote Nonbinary for Beginners, (https://www.amazon.com/Nonbinary-Beginners-Everything-pronouns-thinking/dp/B0B95ZCCM7) an incredibly well written book book about all things related to people outside the typically accepted boy or girl boxes.
In this fascinating episode, Ocean explains the importance of being respected and accepted for who we are, and helps us understand how we can do that for everyone. We also talk about
- Pronouns, how to use them, why to use them and how they show respect.
- Gender vs sexuality
- Binary vs nonbinary
- HUMAN Equality, and how that’s what we should all be striving for!
Want to grab this quick and very enlightening read? Here! https://www.amazon.com/Nonbinary-Beginners-Everything-pronouns-thinking/dp/B0B95ZCCM7
It's sugar season folks. Amazing treats surround us as we try to navigate the holidays feeling good, and not bulging out of our ugly Holiday sweaters. Because of this, I invited holistic health coach Kerri Pagliarini (www.Empower-WellnessCoaching.com) to talk to us about sugar and its impact on our bodies, moods, and most importantly, our will power, and to give us some VERY tactical advise on how to navigate those holiday parties without feeling like you completely missed out on the holiday treats!
We talk about
- Why you can't stop eating sugar when you start
- What happens when you have too much sugar
- How to eat in a way that you can still enjoy some of your favorite sweet treats
Want more from Kerri?
Website www.Empower-WellnessCoaching.com
Free Ebook: https://empower-wellnesscoaching.com/opt-ins/sugar-ebook
Instagram : @empowerwellnesscoaching
I don't think it's possible to go through the human experience and not feel guilt or shame about something at some point, and it's REALLY uncomfortable, so for this episode I'm bringing you Lois Hollis ( | https://www.loishollis.com/) , Shame/Guilt Educator and Counselor, Author and Film Maker! Lois found herself dying at 55, living in guilt and shamev and she said NO! Listen to her story, and her strategies for dealing with the Guilt/Shame monster!!
In this episode we talk about
- How Guilt/Shame is an energy
- Confronting your inner critic with love
- Who are King and Sally and why it's important that we know their names?
Check out Lois' Movie at | https://www.loishollis.com/
Menopause. Something we don't want to talk about, but when it hits us, it's hard not to! In this episode, I welcome Nutritional Therapist Alison Bladh (https://www.alisonbladh.com/) to talk to us about how to naturally minimize peri menopause symptoms with lifestyle changes. A fascinating and mindset shifting episode to help you ease into menopause a little less uncomfortably, so listen in!
We talk about
- What is menopause? Perimenopause? And what happens during the stages
- Foods to help reduce menopause symptoms
- Lifestyle changes rather than dieting
- What times should I eat
- How much should I eat
- and some fun facts about the Mediterranean diet vs the Standard American Diet.
Want more? Check out these links.
website https://www.alisonbladh.com/
Twitter https://twitter.com/pinktearoom
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/alisonbladh/
Facebook https://www.facebook.com/alisonbladhnutrition/
LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/alison-bladh-b5178638/
Pinterest https://www.pinterest.se/AlisonBladhNutrition/_created/
TikTok https://www.tiktok.com/ @alisonbladh
About Alison
I am a registered Nutritional Therapist BSc (hons), mBANT, mCNHC, mNWTF who is passionate about empowering women globally to reclaim their health during the menopause transition (perimenopause, menopause, post menopause and beyond) through realistic evidence-based nutrition, mindset and lifestyle modifications. I was lucky enough to grow up on a farm in Southern England which gave me a great love for nature and the outdoor life and on top of that my mother was a professional chef who allowed me from a very young age to help and watch her in the kitchen. This was the beginning of my love for food. I have travelled extensively and lived in different parts of the world. This has given me the opportunity to experience different cultures, cuisines and lifestyles.
Having had a career in the health and beauty industry for over 30 years, I was always amazed to see how simple lifestyle and nutritional changes could improve not only women’s health and well-being but also their happiness. Throughout my career journey, my underlying passion has always been about improving midlife women’s health using the power of nutrition, lifestyle modifications and mindset. It gives me great pleasure to help midlife women overcome their health issues so that they can look and feel amazing. I truly believe that with good nutritious food, a positive mindset and health promoting lifestyle choices the body can heal itself and age healthily. My aim is to focus on positive nutrition - it's not about restriction, it's about what we can include in our diet for maximum health.
I combine my understanding, enthusiasm and passion with my love of food to help people become the best versions of themselves.
When I'm not at work I enjoy spending time with my family, cooking, being in the kitchen and experimenting with new recipe ideas. I am also a keen scuba diver, golfer, hiker, beekeeper and enjoy being in the great outdoors. I am British but am living in Swe
In today's world, it's easy to get caught up in instant gratification, and avoid the things that will take a while to accomplish, but meaningful accomplishments take time, so START! Even if you take TINY bites every day or week...TAKE THE BITE and eventually you'll get there!
We are dancing now! As we fight for gender equality and racial equality and pay equality and all the equalities, we have to be sure we're not unequality-ing anyone in the process. As we're seeking our own individual full expression, we need to be sure we're allowing full expression in others, and that may be expression that's different than ours and we misunderstand. This can cause conflict, and huge internal and interpersonal issues which is what today's guest Karl Lashkari (https://karllashkari.com/) is seeking to remedy in men. Men's excellence and leadership consultant, he is creating communities (https://menofmastery.us/) where men can explore full expression. This episode is jammed with fascinating insights so please listen with an open mind and listen to the whole episode, because there are some amazing nuggets at the end tie the whole conversation together.
In this episode we talk about
- Men's self expression and how not expressing fully can create significant mental health issues.
- Emotional intelligence skills needed to accept everyone's perspectives, reactions and needs.
- The brotherhood created in the Men of Mastery communities that Karl is creating, and the good it's doing.
- The difference between feelings/thoughts and actions.
Check out Karl's instagram! Instagram.com/karllashkari
Karl Lashkari is a former Hedge Fund Operations Manager and Digital Transformation Technology Consultant. After battling a chronic illness in which he was housebound for eight months and semi-functional for three years, Karl discovered how to connect with the depths of who he is as a man to build a life on his own terms. Through personal development, spiritual work, and masculinity work, Karl discovered tools to shift his inner state to intentionally live a life from his true core, and not based on societal norms or expecations. Karl now mentors men across the globe in finding their true essence and power as men.
When we've never been in a certain position at a certain level before, we often feel some nerves. When we're an "only" in the room, we often feel like an outsider, which adds to the nerves. When we're new to town, those nerves ramp up even more. This week's guest Lashonda Fitch (https://www.linkedin.com/in/lashondafitch500/) felt all those things, but didn't let them stop her. She made friends, contributed, did an amazing job and was rewarded with the success she was looking for, and is only growing from here, so I'm thrilled to welcome her to the show to share her journey, her courage, and her success!
In this episode we talk about
- How she was open to different opportunities.
- The skills she built in the different positions she had throughout her career.
- The fateful wish she made on Lincoln's nose
- How she transformed herself to give her inner voice of doubt less to work with!
Lashonda spent over 10 years in banking, business development, and sales. Before assuming the role at Oak Ridge, she served as a Real Estate professional and a small business counselor for Justine Peterson. In her spare time, monthly she averages about 150 miles cycling on local trails and enjoys time on her deck with her husband Nick.
We often wonder what happens to our souls when we die, and don't like to think about what happens to our bodies when we die. It's uncomfortable...so let's dance! On this episode I welcome Robin Bozarth with MERI-Genesis, speaking on behalf of the Genesis Legacy Whole Body Donation Foundation (https://www.genesislegacy.org/) and we have an absolutely fascinating and heart warming conversation about Whole Body Donation, something I knew NOTHING about, but am now very interested in because it will allow me to keep contributing to the world in a positive way once I'm all done with my earthly body! In this episode we talk about
- How they humanize the donor and refer to their body as "the gift".
- How the gift is used.
- How Genesis stays in touch with the families and what they do with the donor remains once the gift has been fully utilized.
- How donating to an accredited organization is vital!
If you want to learn more
Website: https://www.genesislegacy.org/
Facebook link: facebook.com/GenesisLegacyofLife
Instagram link: instagram.com/genesislegacyfoundation/
Genesis is a willed body donor program for those wishing to donate their bodies for the advancement of science. The program plays a vital role in the educational and research activities conducted at the Medical Education & Research Institute (MERI).
Physicians, surgeons, nurses, EMTs, and other medical professionals and students from around the world come to the MERI to gain invaluable hands-on experience in the latest medical techniques and technologies, taking this newfound knowledge back to their patients. Donors make this critical education and training possible through their selfless and generous gift.
More about Robin:
Robin Bozarth is a skilled medical professional with over 30 years’ experience within the industry. Robin currently leads the Genesis Legacy Whole-Body Donation Foundation, as the Genesis Manager, for the Medical Education Research Institute (MERI). She has held various leadership positions at the MERI, a nonprofit medical teaching institution/bioskills facility, since her start in 2003 after ten years’ service within orthopedic surgery. Robin is committed to her profession and maintaining the highest levels of ethical responsibility within the non-transplant anatomical donation industry for medical education and research.
Robin was born in Memphis, TN and raised in DeSoto County, MS, where she graduated from Horn Lake High School. Robin holds an Associates of Applied Science Degree and is a licensed Funeral Director in the State of TN. She is a Certified Tissue Banking Specialist (CTBS) through the American Association of Tissue Banks (AATB) and CQA (Certified Quality Auditor) certified through the American Society of Quality (ASQ). Robin is a professional member of many societies and involved in various community-based volunteer programs. Robin is a proud mom to beautiful twin daughters and is blessed with three gorgeous grandchildren in her life. Robin loves her family, her community and helping those around her. Two rescue cats (Zoie and Cap) are lucky to have claimed Robin’s place as their own.
Death is an uncomfortable topic, and when someone we know goes through a death in their life, how often do we not reach out because we don't know what to say. Today's guest Samantha Ruth (http://samantharuth.com) shares her story and what she's learned about grieving and helping others. In this episode we talk about
- What to say/do to support someone who is grieving
- 5 step process to help you deal with grief
- How having a code word can help when the going gets really tough
- How she used Peanutbutter Pancakes to get through her own grief.
Want more from Samantha?
http://samantharuth.com
http://Griefhab.com
http://Facesofmentalillnrss.com
https://www.linkedin.com/in/samanthamruth
https://www.facebook.com/samanthamruth
https://www.twitter.com/Samanthamruth
https://youtube.com/channel/UC1VoC_nca9BmXAXCCs6Ow-w
https://www.instagram.com/samanthamruth
Samantha Ruth (http://samantharuth.com), Licensed Psychologist, best-selling author, and founder of GriefHab (http://Griefhab.com) and Samantha Ruth Coaching, is changing the way the world views mental health, so people can openly speak about their issues and get the help they not only need but deserve without fear of judgment, labels, or repercussions. After the sudden passing of her husband, Samantha experienced the common misperceptions and imposed timeline surrounding grief. Inspired by her own healing journey, she presents her clients with a safe place to fully indulge in their emotions on their own time and terms. Through GriefHab, Samantha has crafted a service that honors her clients mental and emotional well-being by combining her support as a Psychologist with concierge-level care in handling all of the details that can often feel burdensome and overwhelming when navigating a loss.
From estate paperwork to meal delivery, GriefHab supports the entire client. Samantha is a firm believer that grief, or mourning a loss, is a significant part of mental health and does not only apply to those who have lost a loved one. By applying her principles of transforming perceived weaknesses into strengths, Samantha Ruth Coaching empowers clients to be uniquely themselves and embrace their differences. With over 10,000 hours and 25 years of coaching, Samantha’s expertise includes but is not limited to: restoring countless relationships between at-risk teens and their families, restoring countless individuals moods and overall levels of functioning, and helping countless individuals and families move from grief to remembrance.
Samantha is a member of the American Psychological Association and serves on the board of the National Alliance on Mental Illness. Her best selling book, Faces of Mental Illness, has earned Samantha the honor of being named The Most Compassionate Grief Program Founder by The 2022 Mental Health Awards. She has also been recognized as Woman of the Month with IAOTP and both Transformational Psychologist of the Year and of the Decade from P.O.W.E.R. She lives in Fort Collins, Colorado, with her two beloved dogs, Sassy and Dallas
Does speaking in public terrify you? Do you cringe when you're called upon to speak in a meeting? Today's featured guest, Casey Carpenter was born a shy scared introverted and highly sensitive person who was scared to speak up. She Danced in the Discomfort Zone, and learned vital courage and confidence boosting strategies and it served her well. In starting Speak and Own It Communications LLC, she helps others find the courage and confidence to speak up and lead!!
In this episode we talk about
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How she went from terrified to speak in a group, to a successful business in sales, training and professional speaking.
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How a promotion put her in a position she was totally underskilled for, and how she made it work!
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How ego plays into persevering in the wrong place.
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The ever-popular hidden procrastination tactic: Professional Development, podcasts, courses and coaching, OH MY!!
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How her practice dancing in the discomfort zone has made her a very resilient professional with a highly successful business helping people learn how to speak in public.
Want to connect with Casey? https://www.linkedin.com/in/caseycarpenter1
Link to the Disarming Persuasion podcast episode mentioned in this episode. https://www.disarmingpersuasion.com/e/persuasion-through-networkingcan-it-be-this-simple/
Talking about MONEY is uncomfortable! (Tell us something we don't know Anne!) There is so much guilt and shame and confusion and insecurity, so I welcomed President and CEO of Francis Financial (www.FrancisFinancial.com) and Founder of Savvy Ladies (https://www.savvyladies.org/) , Stacy Francis to the show to talk about it! Let's dance! She has some AMAZING information and inspiration to get you started looking at your financial situation so you don't end up a statistic! (or end up tossing and turning and losing sleep because you're worried about debt, or spending money!)
In this VERY important episode we talk about
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Picking a financial advisor
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Starting to think about your financial situation
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Financial Date night. (your pocketbook and your relationship will thank you!)
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and of course Shadow the security guard.
And we mention the following.
Free financial guide for widows: https://francisfinancial.com/financial-help-for-widows/
To book a free, no commitment chat with Stacy: https://francisfinancial.com/ (scroll down half way and you'll see the button)
PROFIT FIRST The book that got ME started on finally dropping the shame and looking at my financial situation. https://mikemichalowicz.com/profit-first/
Want more?
Savvy Ladies: https://www.savvyladies.org/
Website: www.FrancisFinancial.com
Twitter: @FrancisFinance
Francis Financial’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FrancisFinancialInc/
Francis Financial’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/francisfinancialinc
Stacy’s Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/StacyFrancisFinancial/
Stacy’s LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stacyfrancis/
Stacy Francis is the President and CEO of Francis Financial, a fee-only boutique wealth management and financial planning firm dedicated to providing ongoing comprehensive advice for successful individuals, couples, and women in transition such as divorce or widowhood. She is a Certified Financial Planner™ (CFP®), Certified Divorce Financial Analyst® (CDFA®), and Certified Estate and Trust Specialist (CES™). Stacy is also the founder of the non-profit, Savvy Ladies™, host of the Financially Ever After podcast, and the author of the white paper, Unveiling the Unspoken Truth: The Financial Challenges Women Face During and After Divorce and Financial Help for Widows - A Complete Resource Guide.
This is a fascinating episode jam packed with information on some of the major challenges we have in our country, addiction, chronic pain, and heart disease. In the past, society viewed alcoholism and drug addiction as moral flaws. Popular “treatments” involved imprisonment, sentencing to asylums, and church-guided prayer. Not surprisingly, these methods were generally ineffective.
Today we understand that addiction is a brain disease characterized by fundamental and long-lasting changes in the brain. Like other chronic diseases, addiction can be managed successfully, and modern treatments are based on scientific research, enabling people to counteract addiction’s powerful disruptive effects on the brain and behavior and to regain control of their lives.
Treatment is firmly based on conventional neurochemistry and behavioral psychology but based upon the individual patients’ paradigm. Treatment options may include multidisciplinary techniques such as psychedelics, ketamine therapy, EMF fields, use of hormesis, nutritional programs to reduce neuroinflammation, fascia disruption to uncover latent emotional roadblocks, and many more.
Want more from Dr Padda?
http://www.addictionology.center
http://www.reversediabetes.md
http://www.linkedin.com/in/gurpreet-padda
What a pleasure and a blast and super insightful to have Dr Steve Yacovelli (https://topdoglearning.learnworlds.com/) on the show to chat about Belonging and the importance of true DE&I efforts in the workplace (and the world). (hint: employee retention, profit, innovation...you know, little things! sarcasm!)
We talk about
- How he helps people be more consciously inclusive leaders
- What inclusion is and how it impacts the bottom line and employee retention
- Why employees feeling like they belong is a vital piece of a productive team
- How to create a more inclusive workplace
- A wider definition of diversity
- Russel! (https://bit.ly/3weF7XS)
To download a FREE COPY of Pride Leadership. Use coupon code : PODONROCKSTAR at this link. http://topdog.click/pridespeaks
For the free MOP+SAM course is here to help eliminate silent collusion at work: https://topdog.click/mopsam
Few things we reference in this episode:
- Project Implicit test to identify your unconscious bias https://www.projectimplicit.net/
- To check out Dr Steve's books: https://topdoglearning.learnworlds.com/books
- Bryan Jennewein episode where he talks about making room at the table for everyone. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/igniting-courage-podcast-episode-69-bryan-jennewein/id1444223443?i=1000466513043
- Jeremy Brody where he talks about the emotional intelligence to understand that he would never understand his gay daughter's life experience, and he didn't have to. All he had to do was love her, support her and listen to her experience. https://www.podchaser.com/podcasts/igniting-courage-with-anne-bon-761764/episodes/episode-103-jeremy-brodey-turn-78699779
Dr. Steve Yacovelli (“The Gay Leadership Dude™”) is the Owner & Principal of TopDog Learning Group, LLC – a learning and development, leadership, change management, and diversity and inclusion consulting firm based in Orlando, FL, USA, with affiliates across the globe.
With over twenty-five years’ experience in leadership, strategy, organizational learning, and communication, Steve is a rare breed of professional that understands the power of using academic theory and applying it to the corporate setting to achieve business results.
Oh, and he’s quite fond of dogs, too. YAY RUSSEL!!! (no L wasting!)
Ken Lapp (www.kenlappgloballifeskills.com) overcame crushing depression, and in the process, discovered a way to find happiness, even through the huge life transition that comes with retirement. After a lot of research, and a certification in life coaching, Ken now helps people find ways to live happily in retirement, even if they don't have a lot of savings.
We talk about
- Meditation and how it helped with his depression
- How to live a great life without a lot of money, living the simple life in retirement
If you want to take advantage of the 35% discount on Ken's video course, go to https://kenlappgloballifeskills.com/course/ and use coupon code DANCE35
Check out Ken's website https://kenlappgloballifeskills.com/
or on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kenlapp
When his 4 year old son was diagnosed with cancer, Kevin Hoover's life (http://www.kevinhoovercoaching.com) was turned upside down, but he made it work and his business, and his son came through it! Then the idea of their non-profit Hug Your People (http://www.hugyourpeople.org) was born, so they took their lives on the road and have had the most amazing adventures! Hear all about their years of discomfort, and how it has made them stronger, together! (and wait until you hear the story of how Hug Your People was born. Your heart will grow 3 sizes!)
We talk about
- How they ended up living in an RV and running around the country delivering wagons
- Starting a non profit
- Dealing with his son’s cancer and making something positive out of it.
- Giving himself grace to show up imperfectly when it was the best thing for his family
- How dancing in the discomfort zone becomes something you crave!
- How their son, now cancer free is continuing to make a positive impact
Kevin Hoover is an Executive Life Coach, pediatric cancer activist & full-time RV dad. He hosts the Beyond Business Podcast & is a keynote speaker about leadership, life fulfillment & making a bigger impact in your world.
More about Kevin
Website http://www.kevinhoovercoaching.com
http://www.hugyourpeople.org
LinkedIn URL: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kevin-hoover-coaching
Facebook URL: https://www.facebook.com/kevin.hoover.399
YouTube URL: https://www.youtube.com/c/LifeOnPurpose/videos
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rvonpurpose
Human interactions can be very frustrating and difficult to understand. Communication happens with our actions, not just our words, and sometimes what we feel people are communicating ISN'T very nice! Well, use this tip to boost your emotional intelligence, get better results from your team, your co-workers, your employees, your boss, your significant other, your...humans!!
Want more information on Anne, or to have Anne come speak to your group? https://YourChangeSpeaker.com (AnneBonney.ninja works too if you're feeling sassy!)
Disclaimer: If you don’t like poop talk, turn this off, but that poop talk is important to understanding your gut which is connected to health, mood, mental health, etc! Uncomfortable? Sure but good to know about. So don't get grossed out. We don't get too deep into it, (ew!) but it is mentioned. (You've been warned!)
What do I eat to maximize my energy, clarity, health and have a lean body I'm ok wearing a bikini in? The ultimate question and so many people are peddling so many answers to sell so many products, it can make you crazy! (and do crazy stuff!) So I'm brought on Hally Brooke of Live Life Nourished (www.livenourishedcoaching.com) to chat with us about food, what's good food for your body, and what should we be eating. She gives us some fantastic answers, brought to you by study and testing! She is a board certified Health and Wellness coach and a Functional medicine certified health coach. She explains it a bit more in the episode, but basically, she's held to the same ethical standards as doctors in her certification. In other words, her info is coming from scientific findings rather than commerce! So it holds a little more weight with me anyway!
We talk about
- Exema? Constipation, exhaustion, headaches and other unexplainable symptoms! Tight gap junctions might be loose!
- Prebiotic vs probiotic...who knew! (an apple a day!!)
- How making 2% shifts can make HUGE differences over time, and they are more likely to stick and keep working for you!
- How we're hurting ourselves with the concept of “healthy vs unhealthy” when it comes to food.
Hally Brooke is the Founder & CEO of Live Nourished, she is a Certified Functional Medicine Nutrition Counselor, Nationally Board Certified Health & Wellness Coach, Fox 21 Fitness & Nutrition Expert, and fierce industry advocate. Her life mission is to encourage, empower and free both men and women by teaching healing. Whether as clients, through speaking events, or personally with the people she encounters, she lives this mission day in and day out.
When I met Christian Shauf, the Founder and CEO of Uncharted Supply Co (https://unchartedsupplyco.com/), I was with him and his band Catchpenny (the Armed Forces Entertainers of the year!) making peanut butter and jelly sandwiches on a C130 flying over to Iraq. Since then, he went on to provide morale and mental health relief to countless deserving soldiers overseas, then going on Shark Tank to get backing for Uncharted Supply Co. and their amazing line of emergency preparedness gear. Athlete, adventurer and Entrepreneur, Christian talks to us today about
- Getting uncomfortable and being comfortable there! The value of discomfort training.
- His goal to help people prepare for huge changes they may not have the skills to deal with in this Nerfed up world.
- The journey of life and discovering what we don’t know and learning
- Our adventures in Iraq and on the San Francisco Marathon course.
What is Christian Reading? Extreme Ownership by Jocko Willink (you can get that here. https://www.amazon.com/Extreme-Ownership-U-S-Navy-SEALs/dp/1250067057)
Go check out Uncharted Supply Co. https://unchartedsupplyco.com/
As we re-enter the world after experiencing the weirdness that was the pandemic, many people are reinventing themselves, and intentionally looking at what they want to take back into life post-pandemic and what they don't, so I thought it would be great to bring on Sam Kabert, someone who made a big transition in his life to give us some insights on that experience.
Sam Kabert is a successful serial entrepreneur turned spiritual seeker. He is known for his ability to put together teams to execute the vision. He is the Author of the #1 Bestselling book SOUL/Life Balance, Founder of SwagWorx & Clone Yourself University, and hosts the Soul Seekr Podcast. Despite all of Sam’s ventures and business success and being recognized as one of Silicon Valley’s “40 Under 40” at just age 31 years old and “Rising Star” in the promotional products industry, he soon recognized that something was missing. Sam realized that despite his success, he was unhappy. This understanding catapulted him on his most recent exploration of his life’s purpose.
He is on a mission to bridge the gap between the way we conduct ourselves in business, mindful practices, how we communicate with everyone, especially oneself, all through prioritizing psychological safety and mental health first.
Want more from Sam? Here's the spots!
Website: SamKabert.com
Book: SoulLifeBalanceBook.com
IG: instagram.com/samkabert
LinkedIn: Linkedin.com/in/kabert
In this episode we also talk about
Ask Your Guides by Sonia Choquette https://www.amazon.com/Ask-Your-Guides-Calling-Everything/dp/140196138X/ref=asc_df_140196138X/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=509271538023&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=15136764975092538175&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9012131&hvtargid=pla-1177100968282&psc=1
Clone Yourself the Podcast, a guide to increasing your business with the help of Virtual Assistants: https://www.cloneyourselfuniversity.com/
When Jill's team reached out about being on Dancing in the Discomfort Zone Podcast, a bunch of the talking points made me uncomfortable, so I knew she was perfect!
· Jill has been breaking down assumptions and healing rifts for more than 30 years.
· Her first book was Whores and Other Feminists, (https://www.amazon.com/Whores-Other-Feminists-Jill-Nagle/dp/0415918227) a collection of writings by feminists in the sex industry.
· She is active in a number of online communities and has been published or reviewed more than 150 times in places like American Book Review, Bust, Bitch, and The Women’s Review of Books.
For the last two years, she has been running workshops and training programs for white people to take greater leadership around ending racism, in many cases, starting with a conversation with another white person — a surprisingly hard step for most of us.
Jill speaks to these issues “from the inside out,” meaning that she uses a trauma-informed approach from her years as a somatic (body-based) counselor to help people engage these issues with their hearts and bodies, not just their heads. She sees this as the only way to make true change.
We also talked about a bunch of other resources. Here are those links.
White Fragility book https://www.amazon.com/White-Fragility-People-About-Racism/dp/0807047414
Jacob Holdt “American Pictures” http://www.american-pictures.com/gallery/
Marshall Rosenberg, “Nonviolent Communication” https://www.amazon.com/Nonviolent-Communication-audiobook/dp/B00TKMBJKE/ref=sr_1_2?crid=32NSYZ46QZI2I&keywords=nonviolent+communication+rosenberg&qid=1658769084&s=audible&sprefix=nonviolent%2Caudible%2C91&sr=1-2
Jonathan Metzler “Dying of Whiteness” https://www.amazon.com/Dying-of-Whiteness-audiobook/dp/B07PYLTPDF/ref=sr_1_1?gclid=Cj0KCQjw_viWBhD8ARIsAH1mCd6JwYR6pR-hc0WCpv_e1xpZ8LejXhFyj7ZVD2jTxFwLQ7cFAUVffbEaAqdqEALw_wcB&hvadid=329721535873&hvdev=c&hvlocphy=9012125&hvnetw=g&hvqmt=e&hvrand=1984828312528668286&hvtargid=kwd-656717422960&hydadcr=15522_10340746&keywords=the+dying+of+whiteness&qid=1658769064&sr=8-1
Pat Dwyer (https://patdwyerwastaken.com) is a funny, silly, goofy, brilliant improv comedian turned change management speaker and all around delightful human! In this episode, we meander around all kinds of topics from the Peace Corps, to repeated bouts of dysentery, the fallacy of control, defining success career transitions, human interaction, building trust through laughter, living in a can with a bunch of little people, making people smile and flooding their brain with happy hormones, raising children, change, Improv comedy and life!
Find him on the social medias @IKnowPatDwyer
Ladies and Gentlemen, Pat Dwyer is a Professional Speaker, Improvisor, Comedian, Facilitator, Emcee, Creative Consultant, Nimble Mindset Exemplar and Change Actioneer. Heck, this guy is even a Junior Park Ranger at over 60 National Parks, Sites and Monuments around the United States. He’s a delight, he’s wonderful and he’s absolutely one of the most fun people I’ve ever had the pleasure to be around. I’d like to welcome Pat Dwyer to…Dancing in the Discomfort Zone Podcast.
Vegan MMA World Champion Phil Dunlap of White Rhino MMA & BJJ in Lexington VA joins us this week to chat about courage to face obstacles, and how to move through challenges and continue moving towards your goals. I thought I was bringing him on to chat about nutrition, but the conversation very quickly and happily evolved into more about living a courageous life, and boy it's great that it did because Phil has some fabulous insights on that!
So find more about Phil and White Rhino at https://lexingtonbjj.com/
It's rare that I find someone who loves and values getting uncomfortable as much as I do, but for this week's episode, I do just that!
Sterling Hawkins is an author, speaker, investor, entrepreneur and founder of the #NoMatterWhat community. He has just written a book called Hunting Discomfort talking about the importance of going out and seeking opportunities to get uncomfortable. (Go get yours here https://www.amazon.com/Hunting-Discomfort-Breakthrough-Results-Business/dp/1637560141) that releases TOMORROW! (June 21, 2022 if you're not looking at this on episode launch day!)
So if you don't want to listen to me about dancing in the discomfort zone...listen to Sterling and let's go hunting!
In this episode, we talk about
- How discomfort chose him.
- How discomfort acts as a gym for your resiliency.
- How he hunts discomfort
- The uncomfortable process of writing and publishing his book
- His encounter with a great white shark
It's a fun and fast moving conversation, so settle in, and decide what discomfort you're embracing next.
Oh, and BTW: My next #NoMatterWhat is to summit Kilimanjaro before the clock strikes 2023!
Want more of Sterling? (don't we all?)
Go to his website: https://www.sterlinghawkins.com/
Go get the book: https://www.amazon.com/Hunting-Discomfort-Breakthrough-Results-Business/dp/1637560141
Join the #NoMatterWhat community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thenomatterwhatcommunity
Are you getting enough sleep? Maybe it's your bedtime routine or your mattress that's keeping you from catching all the Zs you'd like...and did you know, not getting enough sleep affects EVERY PART OF YOUR LIFE? Holy cow! Getting enough sleep is important! So if you're ever asking "How can I fall asleep faster?" or "How do I sleep through the night?" you've got to listen to this episode.
Marten Carlson is the lead sleep reviewer for Mattress Clarity (https://www.mattressclarity.com/). He has done a ton of research, and shares his fascinating findings with us!
In this episode we talk about
- Sleep Apnea and how so many people have it!
- The top things NOT to do before bed to get good sleep
- The right mattresses to look for based on your sleep position.
- How sleep accessories impact your sleep
Tons of places to find Marten and his merry band of sleep reviewers..
Website www.mattressclarity.com
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mattressclarity/
Twitter - https://twitter.com/mattressclarity
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/mattressclarity
YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/c/Mattressclarity
Now go! Sleep!
Marten Carlson is a mattress reviewer and sleep expert. He has been working in the sleep space for over 4 years. During that time, he has reviewed over 100 mattresses and has written numerous articles on the importance of healthy sleep. He spends his free time writing screenplays and practicing kung fu.
I LOVE RU PAUL'S DRAG RACE! It is one of my favorite shows, and Drag is something that has always fascinated me. Drag is an artform that many people don't understand, so this week, I welcome Bob Bolyard, aka Amber LaMay to join me and talk about his experience with Drag. Sure, every drag queen has a different motivation, but Bob's is common, his story is super fun, and the positive contribution he is making to his community is undeniable! (hundreds of thousands of dollars raised!)
In this episode, we talk about
- How Bob ended up in Drag
- How the House of LaMay was born in the trailer park at Beaver Pond
- How his drag character ended up as the Larry King of drag! (Checkout https://www.amberlive.tv/)
- The guests Amber has had on her show; from politicians, tv stars, broadway stars, etc.
- All the community events The House of LaMay takes part in, and how they’re truly a positive contribution to the community.
Go to https://www.amberlive.tv/ to see Amber in action, and some of the super fun interview clips they have.
When we think about the workplace, Human Resources is often a department that encounters a lot of discomfort. For the workforce, HR often strikes discomfort in the hearts, so this week, Candice Elliott of Fortress and Flourish (https://www.fortressandflourish.com/) joins us to talk about HR and her work with small companies to engage and retain their great people, a vital need in today's tough employment environment.
We talk about
- The pandemic impact on the workforce
- The reasons for The Great Resignation according to Pew Research, and what to do about it.
- Living wage vs minimum wage, and wage transparency
- Microaggressions and tough conversations through the trauma informed lens
Join Candice on Instagram @fortressandflourish (https://www.instagram.com/fortressandflourish/?hl=en)
Or check out her website https://www.fortressandflourish.com/
In the wake of the shooting at Robb Elementary in Uvalde, TX, I'm dancing in the discomfort Zone with you all. Trying to figure out, how do we all live on this planet together? Everyone is calling for action, and I agree, but what action, I don't know. Policy? Sure, but what policy and how do we protect everyone's rights and still protect everyone's lives? It's an interesting challenge.
So in this episode, I reflect on some reading I've done lately (Talking to Strangers by Malcolm Gladwell is the one I talk about in this episode, https://www.amazon.com/Talking-Strangers-Should-about-People/dp/0316478520) I reflect on belonging. I reflect on doing better.
I apologize ahead of time if my thoughts seem rambly...I don't have answers or clear thoughts right now, but I know I want to do the best I can all the time, and here's an idea of how I can do what is 100% within my control.
Good luck out there. Be kind, eat your veggies, drink your water, and know you're loved
There is a lot of talk these days about "toxic masculinity", and "mansplaining", and very little on the amazing male allys towards gender equality. In today's episode, I talk to Jeff Rinkus (founder of https://billionize.com/), my definition of a wonderful male ally, and a divine masculine influence in the world.
We talk about
- How his literal dance in the discomfort zone ended with him falling down the stairs
- Balancing masculine and feminine leadership qualities
- The main factors of divine masculine.
Rising tides raise all boats, and I'm excited to bring this important conversation to you. If you're interested in chatting with Jeff, schedule an appointment at http://Billionizeme.com.
To hear the interview with Katja Schleicher on masculine and feminine communication styles mentioned in this episode, click here. https://ignitingyourcourage.com/blog/2021/06/21/ignite-your-influence-with-katja-schleicher-masculine-and-feminine-communication-styles/
Imposter Syndrome is a real thing, and when you straddle multiple cultures and you're not even sure who you're being an imposter of, it can be really confusing. This week I welcome the brilliant and engaging Denise Soler Cox (https://projectenye.com/) to chat about her journey into embracing her identity, and sharing the discomfort of that with her fellow Enye'. (Children of immigrant parents born in the US.) Denise had a dream for a LONG time, and finally stepped into the Discomfort Zone and started to dance, and the rest is history! In this fascinating and energizing episode we talk about
- Her film making project, and how it was a long time coming.
- The incredible response she’s been getting by helping Enye’ feel seen.
- Her battle with Imposter Syndrome, and how she overcame.
- The moment she decided to take that long-held dream and make it happen.
- The dichotomy between conflicting idiologies
Go watch Being Enye (don't forget your tissues!): https://projectenye.com/
Watch Denise's TedX talk about Radical Cultural Self Awareness here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3k0phmkkCNs
Watch Denise's TedX talk "The Truth about Secrets" here":
https://www.ted.com/talks/denise_soler_cox_the_truth_about_secrets
Check out The Self-ish Latina Podcast here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-self-ish-latina-podcast/id975892739
"Rising tides raise all boats" is a common phrase that I believe in! As we strive for equality and inclusion for women, making sure our allies are supported is also on my list, and Coach Love is doing just that! She is a men's self-love coach, and helps men get in touch with their emotions, and help the be gentle on themselves despite societal pressures to the contrary. A fascinating conversation about dancing in the discomfort zone, so tune in! Ya might learn a new perspective.
We talk about
- How Coach Love became a men’s coach.
- The differences between coaching men and women, and how as a woman, she has an advantage in coaching men.
- Blocks to men being gentle on themselves in today’s modern world.
- Suggestions for women supporting men in being gentle with themselves.
- Societal roles for men, and trying to change them to find a fulfilling life.
- Sneak peek at her TV show plan!
Want more from Coach Love, or to check out her books? https://payhip.com/coachlove
Or follow her on Instagram at @onecoachlove_
Getting comfortable with money is TOUGH, uncomfortable and elusive to many people. That's why I was excited to bring a new approach to money with Dana Stovern, founder of Somatic Money. (https://www.somaticmoney.com/) A new approach that combines the emotional healing around money with the structural support so you can breathe easy, make good decisions, and see your balances rise.
We talk about
- What is Somatic Money?
- How to get in touch with comfort with your financial life.
- Engaging the trio of somatic money for your benefits
- Strategies for getting beyond your money blocks and making your money work for you.
Grab Dana's Book here. https://www.somaticmoney.com/book-release/
Check our her podcast here. https://www.somaticmoney.com/somatic-money-podcast/
Want a free online video to check it out? Go here! https://www.somaticmoney.com/the-magic-of-somatic-money/free-video-workshop/
Dana Stovern, Somatic Money founder and coach, brings revolutionary body-based money relationship work to life by encouraging her clients and audiences to explore authentic money relationships with unique tools for deeper personal value. Somatic Money is Stovern’s necessity of invention birthed from tragic loss, triggering her need for better life answers. She now successfully coaches professionals and business owners from across the country with innovative Somatic Money practices, concepts and tools. You may find the core Somatic Money tools and stories in Stovern's first published book on the topic: "Are You Present in Your Body with Your Money? - Body-Based Money Relationship Basics to Reclaim Your Financial Life." www.somaticmoney.com
Trust. Trusting in yourself, trusting in others, trusting that your 15 year old niece who is taking you for a drive for the first time won't run you into a tree. No matter how you slice it, trusting can be VERY uncomfortable! In this episode, I chat through a few places where trust is playing a significant role in my life right now, and how being able to dance in the discomfort zone and TRUST that things will work out have, and hopefully will continue to work out really really well!
I talk about
- Trusting that my upcoming move will work out the way I hope it will.
- Trusting in my breathwork teacher and skydiving guide
- Trusting in my body to carry me 13.1 miles to celebrate my friend's birthday
- Trusting in a romantic partner, that they'll show up the way you need them to
And lastly, when you have decided to trust, don't forget to ask yourself "WHAT IF THIS GOES RIGHT???"
TRIGGER WARNING: We talk about traumatic childhood experiences in this episode, so if that's something that will be difficult for you, ya might want to skip this episode.
If there's one thing we've learned during the pandemic, it's that we can't do it alone. This week's guest Rena Whittaker knew this long before 2020, and she founded Being Tribal, and even wrote a book about it. In Being Tribal, she guides people on building a tribe to bring out the best in yourself! She talks about how she arrived there through growth, pain and self-exploration, and how she's helped so many women build a meaningful and fulfilling life through Being Tribal.
In this episode, we talk about
- Shame, and how she overcame its crushing weight.
- The different tracks of her Being Tribal movement and the massive benefits.
- The details about her book and how she danced in the discomfort zone to make it come to life.
- The keys to finding the right people for your tribe.
Reach out to work with Rena at rena@beingtribal.com
In this episode, I welcome Susan Friedman, Amazing Certified Professional Speaker, 17-time author, Founder of Aviva Publishing, Award winning host of Book Marketing Mentors Podcast to talk about none of that!! Instead, we talk about international travel, and Susan shares some of her amazing stories about the discomforts and amazing life-changing experiences she's had traveling all over the world, from a 14 year old accidentally telling her host family she was pregnant (that's not what she meant!) to using sign language to get around Southeast Asia. This episode is chock full of fun, and it will make you want to renew your passport, and get out there in the world. Enjoy!
Susan Friedmann, CSP (certified speaking professional) international bestselling author of 17 books, is on a mission to wipe out sameness and add vitality and differentiation to your author marketing. Through her company, Aviva Publishing, she’s guided hundreds of non-fiction authors to use their books to become a trusted expert authority in their field.
Grab a free e-book from Susan 3 False Book Marketing Beliefs
Or book a 20-minute marketing consulting session FREE! BrainstormWithSusan.com
Check out all her books here.
Creating anything, whether it's artwork, writing, a product, a business requires some serious dancing in the discomfort zone, and this week's guest, Rachael McKee has been dancing a LOT! She has created Messages From Her, a deck of 44 cards, each featuring a different badass world-changing woman, and now is in the midst of her kickstarter. Listen to her fascinating story, and how she's come up against the edge of her comfort zone over and over through the process, and it's not over yet!
We talk about
- Her project of a deck of cards featuring inspiring badass world-changing women.
- How she came up with the idea and the phases of her journey from idea to creation to funding and beyond.
- How she’s marketed her kickstarter so she could make it a success.
- How she overcame the fear and discomfort to make her project happen.
- Which of the 44 women she would most like this deck to fall into the hands of.
- The amazing ideas that could drive her next project.
Rachael McKee is a Colorado-based writer and designer who is launching an oracle deck and guidebook celebrating world-changing modern women. The project is called Messages From Her and it launched on Kickstarter this past March. Rachael is an explorer who takes on a new project every few years that pushes her outside of her comfort zone.
Want to see the deck? Click here for the website.
Interested in supporting the kickstarter, live until April 7, 2022? Click here!
Join Racheal on Instagram. @ her_messages
Effective Leadership in itself is uncomfortable. (heck, ineffective leadership is uncomfortable too!) Leading through change takes the cake, and that's why I welcome Nancy Murphy of CSR Communications to talk about change leadership and how we can show up as our best, especially in communication!
In this episode, we talk about
- The 5 threats that make change so hard.
- Common downfalls of leaders leading change.
- Nancy’s big 2022 goal that will move her into the Discomfort Zone
- The secret for communicating in a way that others will listen
- The definition of an Intrapreneur and how CSR helps those people thrive
Check out Nancy's LinkedIn here. https://www.linkedin.com/in/nancyamurphy/
Dance with us, as we talk about something that makes a lot of people uncomfortable...running! Not just running, but running after coming back from an injury! It's discouraging when you need to work back to a level of competence that used to be easy. Whether it's getting back in shape, relearning a new job, recovering from a stroke or other medical incident, or fighting back from a huge emotional blow. It's hard. It's uncomfortable, but it can be done! In this episode we talk about
- Martha's choice to run through the discomfort.
- What gets her off the couch
- Defining her own success whether it's with running, or sobriety, or saving money.
Check out Martha Runs the World Podcast with your old pal...me!
Happy International Women's Day everyone!!
And if you're interested in learning more about Rachael McKee's IWD Oracle Deck I mentioned, here's that link!
Bri Seeley has built many very successful businesses, and she helps other women build the business of their dreams. In this informative and fun episode, she shares a ton of fabulous insights on building confidence, mindset and wealth! It's a winner, so don't miss it!
We talk about
- How she accidentally became a very successful fashion designer.
- How she walked away from the known discomfort into unknown discomfort so many times.
- Her impromptu journey to Italy (COOL!)
- Listening to the whispers to avoid the 2x4
- How she works with her female entrepreneur clients to amass the confidence to build their truly aligned business.
- Why success doesn’t have to be that damned difficult. (Thank goodness!)
Find Bri on Instagram: @briseeley
Check out The Success Diaries Podcast
Want the free course Bri talks about? Click here or go to leap.briseeley.com
CBD is on the fringe of being an accepted medicinal option, and that's why Alyson Evans and her co-founder named their CBD products company Fringe. They're out to educate people about the positive impact that CBD can have on what ails us, and in this super interesting episode, she shares a ton of great information about what it can do.
We talk about
· Her journey to join the CBD health movement
· Fascinating discussion of cannabis, marijuana, hemp, CBD, THC and other topics that create a lot of confusion.
· How the water-soluble CBD is more useful for the body.
· How anxiety can show up in unknown ways, and how CBD can help.
· How to get good CBD that can be truly good for your health.
· The culture she’s trying to create and how Louis and Poppy are contributing to that.
For more information or to ask any questions, go to their website at https://joinfringe.com/
Abi Marsh is a certified sex-pert, founder of Women on Fire Retreats, author of Reinvent your Identity, and many other things! This is a fascinating conversation about her journey to become a sex coach, and rediscover pleasure and her own power as a woman! This is a fascinating and educational exploration into sexuality, and finding your pleasure! Just in time for Valentines Day!
(don't worry, we keep it classy, but you might not want the kids around when you're listening!)
We talk about
- How she became a sex coach as a result of her sexual rediscovery.”
- Her self-exploration to find a fulfilling sex life
- The elusive female orgasm and the female sexual organ
- A technique to build intimacy with your partner
- Advise of self-discovery after a breakup
Go to RYICoach.com to find more information about Abi, her coaching and her retreats!
In this episode I talk about why it's important not to just tolerate the discomfort that comes through our lives, but to seek it out and intentionally put ourselves in uncomfortable situations that will help us grow, get stronger, and deal better with the uncomfortable stuff that we can't control!
Sterling Hawkins is the #HuntDiscomfort guy I talk about in this episode. Fabulous guy!
Heather Cantor is the queen of reinvention! When life knocks her down, she gets up and creates her next opportunity! This episode is chock full of twists and (shouts?) turns and resilience, so listen in, and enjoy!
We talk about
- The intersection of all life’s events and how that can be a huge challenge to a marriage.
- The accident and magic of starting True Housewives.
- Her stint as Mrs. Maryland that took her to the Mrs. America pageant and how she was almost on a Bravo reality show
- She had to start over, and how the village came together to help.
- Her happily ever after
And if you want more from me and Heather, check out the episode where she interviewed me!
And if you just want Heather, her Instagram is super fun!! @healthierhabitsheather
Want to check out the company that she mentions? Check out Fringe here.
We also talked about Mason’s recipe website. Here's that link! www.masonfit.com
Aging. Wheeeee! That's a fun topic! And that's why we're talking about it here! Let's get uncomfortable, shall we? Are you leaning on the "I'm too old excuse" Well knock that off!!
The way I see it, we're all going to do it if we're here long enough, so I thought I would bring on my hilariously brilliant friend and fellow speaker Sheri Fitts to talk about turning 60, and all of her plans for the next chapter of her life. (yes, she's still reinventing...and why wouldn't she? Why wouldn't we all?)
We talk about
- The social and cultural misrepresentations of aging
- Aging intentionally
- How she has had to be her own role model
- The funny noises….some discomforts are unavoidable.
Need a bright spot in your day? Check out Sheri's instagram and watch joy in action!
Erin Taylor is the head of the Church of the Divine Heart, and leader of Healing Magic Retreats in Colorado. She is dancing in the discomfort zone on a daily basis as she navigates legalities of the healing work she's doing.
We talk about
· Her journey from life-threatening BURNOUT
· How she came to worship mushrooms of all kinds
· The legal ramifications of her beliefs and business
· How her burnout symptoms showed up as physical symptoms
To connect with Erin and learn more about her retreats, e-mail her at erin@themindfulmushroom.org
OMG you guys, I'm so excited because this episode is awesome!! Uma Shankari is an electrical engineer turned spiritual artist, chef, business consultant and dabbler in other fantastic things, living in India who is waltzing in discomfort on a daily basis having chosen calling over comfort. I originally thought this might be an interesting episode, and it turned out to be positively fascinating information from a wonderful person.
We talked about
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Her journey from Electrical Engineer to Spiritual Artist
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Her confusion and incredulity at her spiritual awakening
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Her first healing session and how she started.
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What spiritualists and scientists are saying about her artwork
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Her daily discomfort and getting back to her roots
So open your mind, and listen in!
And if you're interested in experiencing a healing session, get in touch with Uma and mention this podcast and she'll give you $25 off. (It's truly a fascinating experience! I'll tell you about it in the intro and conclusion of this episode.)
Interested in more from Uma? Here are the social media things.
https://www.instagram.com/umashankariauthor/ https://www.facebook.com/umashankariauthor
https://twitter.com/AuthorShankari
Want to check out her book? The Lion’s Wisdom, then click on the green there and you'll be magically transported
Uma talks about Paul Selig's book I Am the Word. Click here to check out that book.
WE ARE REBRANDING!!!! Now, we are Dancing in the Discomfort Zone podcast with Anne Bonney, and we're building your CONFIDENCE, COURAGE and RESILIENCE so you can dance in the discomfort zones in your life! It will look different for everyone, so every episode will look different. Whether it's seeing different viewpoints, examining uncomfortable topics, learning how to have tough conversations, or how to be courageous in those moments where you need it, we're here to expand your ability to tango with the tough stuff, to cha-cha with the challenges and Do the Twist with Discomfort!
In this episode, guest host HEATHER CANTOR turns the tables on Anne and interviews her! Learn more than you probably want to know about Anne's life, and the discomforts she's encountered, what she's learned, and how this can help you step off the comfort zone porch and do a little merengue!
(I'll turn the tables back on Heather and interview her in Episode 169. launching January 31, so subscribe today and don't miss any of the amazing stuff we have in store for you!!)
The end of the year brings renewed hopes and plans for us all, which includes a rebrand of your favorite podcast! Listen more, and join me next year in an amazing dance to help you get stronger, more confident and more mentally tough to face all life's discomforts.
What better time to chat about boundaries than THE HOLIDAYS, and with me today is Liz Solar. By day, Liz is a voice over actress, but by night, she puts on her cape and has some amazing perspectives and helpful suggestions on communication and maintaining boundaries with those around you! We also get into some fun talk about building rapport and goal achievement, specifically her recent completion of her novel! So buckle up for this fun influence building conversation.
We talk about
- The importance of drawing boundaries (especially during the holidays)
- Tips on improving your ability to SAY NO!
- How to disagree respectfully
- How to build rapport when being interviewed
- Her secret for epic brownies (and it’s not leafy and green!)
- Her 9 year journey to finish her novel
We also talk about Ignite Your Influence Podcast episode with LeeAnn Webster. Check that one out here!
More from Liz? Sure!
https://lizsolar.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/lizsolar/
https://www.facebook.com/elizabeth.solar.5
When I first met Gretchen Schott, I knew we would be friends! I also knew I had to get her on the podcast! She has influence galore, and people love working with her. I invited her on to get her perspectives on how she builds relationships and gets the most out of the people she works with!! In this episode, we talk about
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Building effective long term relationships (even with people we don’t immediately connect with)
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Building quick connections with people in trainings or from stages
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Her secret for building trust
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How to gauge how much sharing people want to do.
More about Gretchen: Gretchen Schott is the Chief Learning Officer of Threefold. She leads the learning strategy and product development for Threefold, helping leaders develop personally and professionally and assisting businesses in scaling resources to grow their leadership teams. She also is the Owner and Founder of Leading Well, LLC a learning and development company that specializes in coaching, keynote and workshop services for individuals and companies who desire to increase their leadership skills and serve others.
Want more from Gretchen? Here's some links!
www.gretchenschott.com
https://www.growthreefold.com/
LinkedIN https://www.linkedin.com/in/gretchenschott/
Instagram https://www.instagram.com/gsglam/
Twitter https://twitter.com/gretchenSchott
Finding your purpose, or landing on clarity in life can be a really stressful thing. This week's guest Lisa Corrado coaches people on finding clarity and ultimately fulfillment, and in this episode she shares some of the coaching tips she uses with her clients to help us find fulfillment in our lives.
What we talk about
- How defining success for yourself is so important to finding fulfillment
- Lisa’s journey to coaching
- The importance of giving yourself permission to do the thing you truly enjoy
- The importance of trust in creating vulnerability in leadership
- How the Hokey Pokey plays into life coaching.
Want more from Lisa? Hit her website at https://lisacorrado.com/
Or on social media Insta @Coachlisacorrado or her LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisakcorrado/.
I LOVE THIS TOPIC! I'm so excited! And I just can't hide it! (early 90s Saved by the Bell anyone?)
Seriously though. The study of personality styles is fascinating, and can really help in understanding and building influence with those around you. (DISC, Myers Briggs, Strengthsfinder, etc) This week's guest Merrick Rosenberg CEO of Take Flight Learning has such a simple, intuitive approach to them. This is a fast-paced and highly insightful episode that will have you thinking like a bird-brain in no time.
We talk about
- The importance of knowing personality styles in leadership
- How personality styles can go bad
- Flexing to the people around you to get the results you want.
- How to use the terminology of the bird styles to communicate effectively with your team.
- How these styles play out at home.
Want more from Merrick? Here are the links!
- Websites: https://merrickrosenberg.com/ and https://www.takeflightlearning.com/
- Twitter: @MerrickR
- Instagram: Merrick_Rosenberg
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/PersonalityWins
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/merrickrosenberg/
- YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/c/TakeflightlearningDISCProducts
- Facebook: https://facebook.com.personalitywins/
- Merrick’s book, The Chameleon: http://bit.ly/TheChameleon-Amazon
Merrick Rosenberg co-founded Team Builders Plus in 1991 and Take Flight Learning in 2012. He is the author of Personality Wins, The Chameleon and Taking Flight, three books about personality. Under Merrick’s leadership as CEO of Take Flight Learning, his company has been selected as the New Jersey Business of the Year and named one of the Fastest Growing Companies and Best Places to Work in the Philadelphia area. Merrick received his MBA from Drexel University who recognized him as the Alumni Entrepreneur of the Year. Merrick has worked with more than half of the Fortune 100 companies in the US and around the world.
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It's Valentines Day in November, and time to bring on Dating Coach, matchmaker and Image Consultant Dr Holly Battey with Find Love at Last to talk about how you can show up the right way to find the love you truly deserve in life.
How does this relate to influence? Well, first of all, influencing your potential or current romantic partner, but also, when you've got your love life squared away, you're going to have much more energy and confidence to be able to positively influence those around you in general. So jump in and listen to Dr Holly's fabulous insights on finding love at last.
We talk about
- Her journey to becoming a dating coach
- Intentionality around the partners that we choose.
- The importance of getting yourself ready for a relationship
- How to identify and eliminate old patterns.
- How going right to the matchmaking is like putting the cart before the horse.
- 6 steps to manifesting your perfect partner
- Her wholistic approach to helping people find lasting and fulfilling love.
Want more from Dr Holly? Check out her website
Join her Facebook Group for Conscious Singles: From Single to Soulmate
E-mail her at holly@findloveatlast.com
And have a fabulous holiday season...hopefully getting the romantic gift you've always wanted!
I'm in a HUGE time of transition in my life, and in this episode, I blather on about intentionality, and the importance of knowing what you're working towards and what you want to hold yourself accountable to. So listen in, and get in touch if you want to talk about building an intentional manifesto of your own. I won't charge you for it. If you're listening, I'd love to help you! anne@annebonney.com
Rock on my friends.
ROCK
ON!
And for the record, I can't get these episode numbers right. You'll forgive me.
Tracy Hoth of Simply Squared Away joins us this week for a fabulous interview about getting organized! I've said it before, in order to build influence with others, we first have to have self-awareness and self-management, and organization is a great step towards that. Tracy shares a whole new way to think about getting organized...starting not in your closet, but in your mindset!
We talk about
- The connection between organization and life coaching that she works in
- How imperfection is ok when it comes to being organized. (Thank goodness!!!)
- The 5 steps to getting organized. (She spells it out!)
- How to create a maintenance program to stay organized long term
Want more from Tracy? Check out her website. https://simplysquaredaway.com/
Instagram
Facebook
or if you're serious, join her Organized Life Academy!
And if you're interested in my Difficult People Survival Kit, to get THAT part of your mindset organized, click here and grab that free gift from me.
As an IT professional, Scott witnessed the challenges in leadership in his industry first hand...and even by his own hand. When he realized he was failing as a leader, he took responsibility to look at what he was doing, and work on that. Now he is on a mission to grow a million leaders in the next 3 years with his Leadership Accelerator Program on JumpCoach.com. He has some fabulous insights on leadership, and shares them with us here!
We talk about:
- How to attract the right people to fill the roles well.
- How intrinsic motivators are the key to motivation
- How “rehiring your team” annually can help recharge your team.
- Right sized challenges will keep your team engaged and excited about the work.
- The Pay-as-you-Can model of his leadership training
- Why he's glad that auto racing is back in action
For more from Scott, go to
https://www.scottdrake.co/
https://www.jumpcoach.com/
https://linkedin.com/in/scottdrake
https://twitter.com/tscottdrake
And to read more about Purpose Growth Autonomy that Scott mentions, read Daniel Pink's book Drive.
And if you want to grab my Difficult People Survival Kit and join my weekly energizer e-mail list, click here.
Part of building influence is listening with an open mind to people with perspectives, interests and occupations different than our own, so for this Halloween Special Edition, I thought I'd bring in Kristy Sumner of Soul Sisters Paranormal. She has a fascinating and very intelligent viewpoint on the paranormal investigations that she and her team do. This conversation was fun, and definitely opened my mind to the possibilities, so listen in!
We talk about
- How they conduct their investigations to exclude explainable phenomenon that could be causing the "hauntings".
- The equipment and techniques they use.
- How history plays a massive role in the work they do.
- The bucket list locations she'd like to investigate
- What happened at the Lizzie Borden House.
Want to find out more? Visit https://www.soulsistersparanormal.com/ and if you're interested in visiting the museum, or taking a ghost tour at Kristy's new business, go to https://www.historicscottcojail.com/
Follow them on Facebook or see some of the fascinating videos we talk about on this episode on their YouTube Channel.
OH, and she invited me on an investigation, so I just might flex my courage muscles and take her up on that...stay tuned for that episode...fingers crossed!
Stephanie Dalfonzo knows anxiety. Ok...these days we all know anxiety, but Stephanie has studied it from many angles, and knows how to help you reduce yours so you can live a calmer, and more fulfilling life. Who doesn't want that? In this episode, we talk about...
- How Resilience is related to a dead tree
- Using a water bottle to calm anxiety
- How she creates a private paradise for her clients
- Her embarrassing lacrosse ball experience
- Tips on achieving sleep mastery
Hop to Stephanie's website. https://stephaniedalfonzo.com/
Want to grab her book Goodbye Anxiety, Hello Freedom? Here's that link. https://www.amazon.com/Goodbye-Anxiety-Hello-Freedom-Resilience/dp/0999887009
Other things mentioned in this episode.
The Ignite Your Influence Episode with Tapping. Click here.
James Clear's book Atomic Habits : https://jamesclear.com/atomic-habits
My books! GET OVER IT! and Get THEM Over It!
My website: Htps://YourChangeSpeaker.com
Reduce your anxiety with my Difficult People Survival Kit: https://yourchangespeaker.com/different-survival-kit/
Julie Bartkis is an expert in leadership and healthy workplace culture. In this episode, she shares with us how leadership plays a role in a healthy workplace, and how to work towards detoxing your workplace so the right people stick around, and the right people want to come work for you! When it comes to influence, this is where it's at!
We talk about...
- How she started the Workplace detox movement
- Attracting the right people to your team
- 3 signs that workplace productivity is about to plummet
- How to be the employer of choice in this difficult and changing workplace
- The importance of looking at organizational issues holistically.
- Connecting the process of moving to the process of detoxing the workplace
If you want more from Julie, follow these links
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/juliebarkus/
Website: https://www.juliebartkus.com/
Free Mental Toughness Workshop on October 6, 2021: https://ignitingyourcourage.com/blog/2021/09/08/are-you-feeling-mentally-tough-or-mentally-squashed/
Thanks for listening.
A great way to build influence is to try to understand differing perspective, so even if you're not "into" hypnosis and tapping and alternative ways to heal yourself, this episode will sharpen your listening skills, and you'll have a great time doing it. Krisi Vadnais is a fabulous, energetic and empathetic coach and hypnotherapist, and in this episode we talk about
- Ways to get unstuck
- How to use tapping to deal with fear, anxiety and anything you don’t want to struggle with
- Easy meditation technique to help you get the benefits when you have a hard time settling your mind.
- How hypnosis is similar to meditation
- a few ideas for falling ridiculously in love with yourself
- And she tells a fabulous story of her son’s empathetic kind acts.
If you want more from Krisi, here are some links!
Krisi's website and her Linkedin
Facebook:@CoachKrisi
Here's the episode I mentioned about not freezing people
And if you want more info on the free virtual seminars I'm offering these days, click here!
I'm SO SUPER EXCITED to present to you my new project, something I've been thinking about for years, and am finally pulling the trigger on! This is going to be FUN and TRANSFORMATIONAL!
Want more information? Go to https://DiscomfortRetreat.com
Want to be sure you don't miss out on any vital information? Grab my Difficult People Survival Kit and join my Mid-Week Energizer e-mail list. I promise it's not spammy or gross! I give you fun, useful content right when you need it each week. https://yourchangespeaker.com/different-survival-kit/
Episode 150...and what better way to celebrate than with someone who personifies positive leadership, and is a completely blast....welcome Lorena Gregory to this milestone episode. We talk about how she successfully leads and motivates a group of 200 people, most of whom she never gets to meet! Fabulous leadership insights including
· Leadership qualities to help get her message across and get what she wants
· How her retail, restaurant and DMV leadership experience has helped her keep cool when management stress hits
· Giving feedback in an artful way, even when you’re not in the office together each day.
· Her secret for building relationships so managing and giving feedback is easier.
· The questions she asks to get to know everyone on her team to manage them as individuals
· Her favorite things to do on a weekend (because recreation is important!)
· The value of having fun at work and promote fun as a leader
And if you want to grab Crucial Conversations, click here.
And to grab MY book, and some tips on leading people through change, click here.
And if you just need a smile....click here. You're welcome.
Dr L Carol Scott is a Developmental Psychologist, Coach, Speaker, Author and Nomad! In this episode she shares with us the 7 success strategies we are supposed to learn from birth to age 7, and how a Developmental Do-Over can help us if we happened to have missed that day in school! Fabulous insights on not only our own self-awareness and improvement, but on raising our kids to be successful, contributing adults!
In this episode we talk about
- Developmental psychology and its impact on who we end up as adults
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How a Development Do-Over can help reshape any faulty wiring in our brains.
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How to harness your SASS (7 Success Strategies for Self-Awareness)
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Value of group coaching in building interactive tools to get the best results with people
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Her nomadic lifestyle living in her RV
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The connection between our brains and Lady and the Tramp
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Something you can do to kick off your Developmental Do-Over and how taking one step can create a precipitation of movement in that direction.
Want more? Check out her Ted Talk
Or grab a copy of her Just Be YourSELF book.
And if you want a weekly dose of Insights on building influence with the people around you, jump on my e-mail list! We'd love to have you.
Confidence comes from a lot of places, and when you're feeling shame and blame around your body size/shape, confidence and self-esteem can be hard to come by. At the very least, it distracts you from showing up as your full and best self to get great results with the people around you.
Enter Jillian Lama! She doesn't preach a certain food plan. She encourages her clients to take on a new mindset, and make small shifts over time to make significant and long lasting shifts in their health. We talk about
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The psychological aspects of health eating and weight loss
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How we can shift our mindset about food to feel better about ourselves
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If you’re relying on willpower, you’re starting a losing battle.
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Connecting her recommended mindset to exercise and life as well.
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Jillian’s Leadership experience and willingness to not sacrifice honesty to make herself feel better when her clients aren’t being honest with themselves.
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Her own recent overeating experience and how she processed it.
Want more?
Instagram
Free Facebook Group
Body You Crave Podcast
Episode 4 talking about Busting Perfectionist Fantasies
Episode with Yours Truly!! (that's me, Anne Bonney!)
Conquering Your Cravings $37 online program
Schedule a breakthrough call with Jillian
Join my e-mail list, and grab my Difficult People Survival Kit!
E-mail is one of those things that we do a lot, and it's easily to take it for granted, but are you losing influence because of the way you're e-mailing? In this episode, e-mail marketing guru LeeAnn Webster shares her expertise with us on how to e-mail with H.E.A.R.T. and build relationships with our e-mails, rather than breaking them. There are insights for e-mail marketers, and just plain old daily e-mailers, so don't miss out on this fun filled episode with Ironman Finisher, LeeAnn Webster.
Want LeeAnn's book or info on the live book launch in Chicago? Click here!
Want to join MY e-mail list? (It's fun, I promise!) Click here for that and grab a free gift!!!
Nobody likes saying "no" to a request, offer or whatever, but how many times have you huffed and slumped in resentment, wishing you'd had the guts to say no! You don't need guts, you need skills. (ok, you need a few guts, but the skills will help with that part!) In this quick episode I give you my formula for saying "no" in a way that will help you both protect your valuable time (and sanity) and still be seen as a caring leader who is there to support everyone's success. (including your own!)
If you want a weekly boost of energy in your inbox, join my Mid-Week Energizer e-mail list, and pick up my Difficult People Survival Kit as a free gift! It's a fun series of 5 quick videos to help you deal with people who are different than you and can pose a challenge. Click here to pick get on board! Why not, it's FREE!
Dr Erika Michalski is delightful mix of Cheer and Brilliance! She's known as Consultant Barbie, and is a cheerleader at heart, believing in bringing out the best in others. She is also a brainiac, knows a ton about people, and carefully researches her content. She practices what she preaches, and is an absolute blast to talk to! Don't miss all the details of this fabulous interview.
We talk about
- How authenticity builds trust
- Reframing success for yourself
- How evolution and authenticity exist together
- How to create an inclusive environment for introverts
Join Erika on LinkedIn or Instagram
AND, this is the second episode where Ted Lasso was mentioned! (here's the first) Maybe he's got something going with his influence with others. Go check him out on Apple TV
Dr. Erika Michalski has a robust history of providing enthusiastic keynotes and engaging workshops dedicated to empowering participants and cultivating new ideas about professional development. Erika is passionate about creating environments where individuals feel equipped to tackle new challenges as they move forward in personal and professional endeavors. Over the past decade, Erika has provided support for a client base that includes small teams with big dreams, non-profit organizations navigating large-scale initiatives, academic institutions working to elevate students’ experiences, and Fortune 500 companies striving to beat competitors to the next level of performance. Dr. Michalski founded Strategically Authentic, a consulting company dedicated to helping people leverage who they are to get where they want to be. She proudly serves as the company's CEO (Chief Encouragement Officer), embracing her roots as a competitive cheerleader and collegiate cheerleading coach to the benefit of everyone she encounters. Erika is known by clients and colleagues as the one who believes in even the most ambitious possibilities as long as there is a plan ... and she is always ready to celebrate the successes along the way!
Dr Sherene McHenry is a delight, and a brilliant mind when it comes to leadership! In this episode, she outlines the 5 types of people that she talks about in her book Navigate, and how to lead each type successfully! Fabulous insights on getting the best from everyone!
We talk about
- 5 different types of people and how to deal with each one.
- How to turn a slacker into a rocket to maximize productivity.
- The difference between covert and overt hackers and how they can destroy a work environment
- Problem solving vs problem management when dealing with challenging individuals.
We also talk about Gary Chapman's book The 5 Love Languages.
Mastering your time is a journey according to Doug Brown, but an essential skill for leaders to be intentional about and master! Join me in this fun conversation with leadership consultant and time mastery guru Doug Brown. So many important nuggets to take from this episode,
We talk about
- The challenges of high achievers
- Energy management vs time management
- How to say "no" and not feel like you're missing out
- The key to effective delegation and how to move from delegating tasks, to delegating areas of responsibility
- The PACER acronym and how it can help you execute the tactical things to manage your daily tasks
- The concept of Cognitive load and how much you can focus hard per day
Here is the link for the giveaway with the productivity hacks https://summit-success.com/igniteinfluence/
For more from Doug, check out his website, Summit-success.com/dougbrown
Or e-mail him at doug@summit-success.com
And the book he mentions is Brain Blocks by Theo Tsaousides
Part of building influence is learning how to get the best from yourself and from the people around you! Are you highly sensitive? Is someone on your team? Understanding how different people work is vital to being able to lead them to provide the best work possible. Leave the judgement at the door and listen to this fascinating episode with Heather Dominic of A Course in Business Miracles and learn how you can create a more inclusive environment for the individuals on your team.
In this episode we talk about
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What highly sensitive means. (it’s different from highly emotional)
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How the world is not set up for highly sensitive people
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How to use energy management to retrain your nervous system to the volume of the world.
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How her daily tea habit helps her identify with other highly sensitive people.
Want to take the quiz to find out whether YOU are highly sensitive? Click here.
More on Dr Elaine Aron who did research on highly sensitive people: https://hsperson.com/about-dr-elaine-aron/
And more about your host: Anne Bonney is a fun, energetic international motivational keynote speaker influence ignitor. She is an authority on Change Management, two-time author, podcast host of this here glorious podcast! She is an experienced virtual, in-person and hybrid workshop facilitator. After 20 years in highly successful corporate and non-profit leadership positions, Anne, now uses her experience, education, and expertise to ignite YOUR ability to influence others by harnessing emotional intelligence, courageously communicating and effectively dealing with change.
Want to join my e-mail list and get your free Difficult People Survival Kit? Here you go!
Building self awareness of how we think about others can help us expand our influence by opening our minds to the positive as well as the negative in people. Listen in for this quick episode on building your emotional intelligence with people who are difficult to deal with, to help you get better results. It's all about looking inside yourself, and I know you're just the fired-up leader to do it!
Want my Difficult People Survival Kit? Click here to grab 5 videos to help you better deal with others, and join my mid-week energizer e-mail list. I promise not to be spammy and gross! I just deliver some quick and positive influence boosting value every week right to your inbox!
And if you want more from me, here's my website!
Teresa Lodato is a conscious leadership and relationship coach, the founder of Becoming Aware LLC. In those roles, she guides leaders to fully align with their inner knowing to optimize mental, emotional and physical well being. That means learning how to lead individuals in order to get the best out of everyone on your team. (and who doesn't want that?) It takes practice and in this episode we talk about some of the tools to help leaders become more integrated.
We talk about
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How integrated leaders truly get the best from the people they lead.
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Different stress responses and the way to deal with them
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Adjusting your communication to create the opportunity for connection
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How she uses horses to help leaders become more integrated!
Want more? Check out her website, or meet her on LinkedIn.
Also mentioned in this episode, how Ted Lasso is a truly integrated leader.
Positive intelligence.
More about Teresa: As a former stressed-out private banking and investment executive of a Fortune 500 firm and lifelong intuitive who suppressed her gifts to conform to society, Teresa now guides leaders to fully align with their inner knowing to optimize mental, emotional and physical well being. She breaks down the complexities of neuroscience and brain health into practical tools to elevate performance while integrating mind and body to achieve optimal wellness. Her clients learn to create balanced and healthy relationships which promote effective communication and bridges to connection. Teresa is an author and speaker in addition to being a highly sought-after coach for forward-thinking individuals and organizations.
And more about your host: Anne Bonney is a fun, energetic international motivational keynote speaker influence ignitor. She is an authority on Change Management, two-time author, podcast host of this here glorious podcast! She is an experienced virtual, in-person and hybrid workshop facilitator. After 20 years in highly successful corporate and non-profit leadership positions, Anne, now uses her experience, education, and expertise to ignite YOUR ability to influence others by harnessing emotional intelligence, courageously communicating and effectively dealing with change.
Want to join my e-mail list and get your free Difficult People Survival Kit? Here you go!
Writing can be a daunting task, especially with what this week's guest calls our "High School Trauma"! When you want to write a book, it can be even more challenging, but it can build your credibility and influence with the people around you. Julie Anne Eason, founder of Thanet House Publishing shares her insights on writing, and we cover some fascinating topics.
- Why you know too much and how that gets in the way of book publishing
- What is Author Freak Out #1?
- How to flip your outline inside out to help you get any writing done.
So listen in, and if you want to take advantage of Julie Anne's free offer, check that out here, or connect with her on Linkedin.
I'm honored to welcome Katja Schleicher to Ignite Your Influence Podcast to talk about the fascinating topic of masculine and feminine communication patterns. She's not talking about how men and women communicate, but how we all use both masculine and feminine communication patterns and clues us in on how we can use each one with a little more conscious thought in order to be more influential with the people we're communicating with. We talk about
- What masculine and feminine communication patterns are
- How to use both "virtuously" and why she chose that word specifically
- How to build on your communication strengths by trying new patterns of communication
- And listen for an unexpected Metallica reference!
Check out Katja's website here: https://www.katjaschleicher.com/
Or look her up on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/interviewtraining/
And the book I mentioned is called The Male Factor by Shaunti Feldhahn and you can grab it on Amazon. It's really fascinating, and she treats this loaded topic very well!
Debby Peters (The Networking Guru) and Greg Peters (The Reluctant Networker) are business partners and expert networkers! They're also co-hosts of the amazingly popular Third Generation Podcast! In this episode, they share some fabulous insights on
- Keys to effective networking
- Being curious to get to know people
- The importance of remembering names. (and how to do it)
- Secret and deep family connection to networking
Listen in to build your networking skills and confidence, so you can build influence with people right from the start!
Delegation is tough, but when done right, it can build the confidence, competence, morale and influence you have with your team! Listen in for the who, what, when, why and how of delegating so you can free up time for the tasks you need to accomplish!
Lauren moved to a new town to start her married life. She knew nobody! In this episode, she shares how she moved from nobody, to highly influential figure in the community! She talks about
- Being terrified the first time she walked into a networking event.
- How to build influence in a new community.
- Networking and getting involved
- And her guilty pleasure you just might be able to identify with!
Eric Chester is a professional leadership speaker and has spent a lot of time researching and learning how to lead people, specifically the younger generation. In this episode he shares with us how to lead people who are doing jobs they may not want to do, how we should be re-integrating into the workforce post-pandemic, and how diversity and inclusion take the individuals into account, and result in a stronger and more engaged workforce. He talks about
- Managing young people
- Reintegrating into the workforce
- The importance of sharing the why
- What we can learn about leading people from miniature donkeys!
Enjoy this entertaining and insightful episode!
Kathy Grinsteiner is the founder and CEO of Evergrowth Consulting and has some amazing insights on building trust, which I think is the cornerstone of influence. She talks about
- Low trust vs high trust relationships and their impact on communication
- How she turned around a low-trust relationship into a strong professional partnership
- The importance of transparency in leadership
- and the value of holding people accountable!
Oh, and how to build influence through tasty treats!
If you want more from Kathy, you can find more about the services she offers at evergrowthconsultingMI.com or e-mail her at Kathy@evergrowthconsultingmi.com
And if you'd like to join my mid-week influence energizer e-mail list, click here to join, and get my free Difficult People Survival Kit!
Many great leaders come out of the military, and Dave Rosenberg is no exception! Former Navy aviator turned Leadership Consultant, Dave shares some fabulous insights in this episode.
- The key to building influence, which if you have it, everything else will fall into place.
- The 2 radio stations everyone has playing in their heads, and how that can help us as leaders. (MMFIIA and WIIFM in case you want to tune in!)
- The key to holding people accountable
- Where to find the best pizza in Philadelphia!
So many great insights, you won't want to miss any of them.
Click below for more from Dave.
His Website
Disarming Persuasion Podcast with Dave Rosenberg and Darren Cecil
Locked On Leadership Book
Command College 3-day Leadership Intensive
He also talked about the book Extreme Ownership if you wanted to check that out too.
And of course....PIZZA!
Jill May, founder of Trisector Consulting is a fund raising expert! She approaches it with confidence and has great success for her clients. In order to be successful as a fund raiser, you have to be able to build influence, and in this episode we discuss the challenges to building influence, and her secrets to success! Listen in!
You have 7 seconds to make a first impression, and frankly, I bet it's even less than that these days! Knowing that, it's important to be intentional about your visual and digital image. Karyl Eckerle of The Image Impact Group is an Image Expert and my personal image consultant. She changed the way I thought about my image, and my personal brand, and how I can communicate that with the world.
In this episode, she shares some fabulous insights on how to ensure that you're sending the message you want to with your personal brand. Fascinating insights, and immediately applicable tactics fill this episode, (and don't miss Karyl's admission of how she screwed it up one time. Even the expert isn't perfect all the time!)
And if you want a great example of effective digital branding, check out Karyl's Linkedin Page.
Want to check out the Image Impact Assessment? Here it is.
And don't miss Karyl's upcoming free webinar on April 27, 2021. Click here for more information.
Your ability to build influence is highly impacted by your ability to communicate. Lisa Fey, communications expert, speaker, author and very funny lady joins us to talk about influence in the sales relationship, in the leadership relationships and in your international travel when you're stuck in a train station in the middle of the night in a country not your own surrounded by people who don't speak your language! Great stories and solid examples of how you can use communication to get better results with people.
Want more? Lisa Fey Social Links
https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisafeyspeaks/
https://www.facebook.com/lisafeyspeaks
https://twitter.com/LisaFeySpeaks
https://www.instagram.com/lisafeyspeaks/
Want Lisa's book??? Get it HERE!
Another month of discovery as Heather Hudson of Habits 180 learns about herself and builds healthy habits and healthy insights about herself. Never forget that sometimes the lesson isn't what you expect, but it is no less valuable.
1 more month, we'll see what she discovers.
A slightly different angle on building influence is being able to step into the financial conversations, and being able to build influence in your own life with your finances so you can ultimately make your ultimate career and personal visions a reality. But so often those money conversations are emotionally loaded. In this episode, I talk to Financing Man Keith Kohler about having those conversations and gaining that financial literacy so you can have the right mindset to gain strength in the finance areas of your life.
Katie Gutierrez of Errez Design has become a pioneer in the interior design industry by listening deeply to her clients and letting what she learns guide her design. She's a ball of energy and fun, and a no-nonsense builder of influence, so I'm thrilled to share her secrets with you! (and don't miss out on the late in the episode dance break where we get a little silly!)
Want more from Katie? Check them out on Facebook and Instagram, or see the websites for her interior design business and her coaching business.
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Devon Dennis is an example of someone who decided that the non-traditional path was the right one for her, and she has chosen to take that scary path in order to find true authenticity and thus increased influence with those around her. She's a student of the Southwest Institute of Healing Arts, and a fascinating leader! Want more information? Go to DevonDennis.com or find her on Instagram or Facebook @itsdevondennis
And as she promised, The Real Magic Show Podcast is LIVE! Go check it out.
Care to join my e-mail list and get an energetic boost of influence igniting content each Wednesday? We'd love to have you! https://zc.vg/sf/ZPpSs
Lisa Pointe credits her ability to connect with people to the fact that she moved around a lot. She tells her story of how she builds influence, and her philosophy on sales and online dating! A ball of positive energy, and a joy to be around, I'm not at all surprised that Lisa has found the success and influence that she has.
Enjoy!
Sometimes building influence with others means being able to influence ourselves, and if there's one thing Mettle and Moxie Personal Training Studio owner Mel Ray learned in her first few years of business, it's that she needed to manage herself. In this episode she shares
- How she found balance in her life so she could own a business AND not rip all of her hair out
- The courage it took to build and maintain her dream business
- Her secret to influencing others she's mentoring as a personal trainer.
Follow Mel on Social Media @mettleandmoxietc on FB and Insta
Enjoy!
We've been checking in monthly with Heather Hudson, who started a project in November to make slow habit changes over time for 6 months. She called it Habits 180 and invited people to join her, for accountability and cheerleading! Everything was going along smoothly with her monthly habits, but February was a different story! In this episode, Heather talks about
- How after 3 days, she dropped that new habit like a...well, like a bad habit.
- How she didn't feel too great about it
- How she's regrouping and taking this opportunity to learn about herself so she can influence her own personal development more effectively going forward
Enjoy, and I look forward to catching up with Heather again at the beginning of April to see how it's going.
Here's the Mel Robbins, 5 Second Rule book I mentioned.
If you want to join in Habits 180 (it's not a business or a pyramid scheme or anything. Just nice people cheering each other on.) hit her Facebook page.
Welcome to the evolution of Igniting Courage Podcast! Something that has always fascinated me is how we evolve throughout our lives. Our lives change, our businesses change. WE change, and yet somehow it can be a massive challenge to move in a different direction. Well, my business is evolving as I evolve as a business owner, and it was time for the podcast to evolve as well!
Enter Ignite Your Influence Podcast! This podcast is for you if you want
- a positive work culture that your team wants to engage in and do well in.
- open communication with the people you work with so you can spend time solving the work challenges rather than mending relationships
- to laugh and trust the people around you.
- grace and ease through changes in work and life
- to be more comfortable communicating in those more difficult situations.
- to feel stronger, more supported and resilient no matter what this crazy world throws at you.
We're going to hit all of this and more as I interview fabulous female leaders to find out the secret to their influence. I'll also share some of my own stories periodically, just to add a little spice!
So welcome! I'm glad you're here. Now let's get to work igniting YOUR influence.
And CORRECTION: First retreat is APRIL 9-11, 2021, so if you're interested in learning more, let's jump on a strategy session and talk about where you are, and where you want to go! https://calendly.com/chatwithanne/30min
Welcome back, Igniting Courage Podcast Episode 12 guest, Paul Artale who has achieved some amazing things over the past 2 years (on top of parenting 2 children and not losing his marbles during a global viral event!). Listen in to his courage to persevere, and to find the sustainable way to make achievements happen in the context of real life!
Be inspired, and stay tuned for A BIG ANNOUNCEMENT NEXT WEEK!!!!! It's been a long time coming....and next week is THE WEEK!!!
Download the free e-book Power StepPaul offers in this episode.
Listen to Paul's hilarious and insightful rantings on Fiercely Successful Podcast
Find him on the socials:
- Instagram: instagram,com/paul_artale
- Youtube.com/user/paulartale
- LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/paulartale
- Twitter @paulartale
- facebook.com/paulartale
When the pandemic shut down in person athletics, this week's guest Ben Dornoff lost a lot, the competition, the friendships, the leadership, but he also gained some amazing insights on courage, and pushing through the tough times that have helped him stay positive. Tune in to this week's courage boosting episode, and push through your own boundaries to success.
Life during the CoVid-19 Pandemic has been hard, but it's especially challenging for people in more vulnerable populations. This week's guest Paul Campana had a liver transplant, and his anti-rejection medications make his immune system less strong making him, and his family more vulnerable to viruses. I was interested in talking to him about his experience with the transplant and how it shifted his courage, but also learn his experience with the pandemic, and what he's looking forward to in the future! It was an enlightening, and empathy boosting episode, and I hope you enjoy!
3 months in, our habit changers are developing new habits and learning how to support themselves in those habits! Listen in and gain some courage to make the changes you want in your life.
The book mentioned, Limitless by Jim Kwik
If you want some free accountability and a little community in your habit change, join the Habits 180 Facebook Group! (Seriously, it's free, and nobody is going to sell you anything either! I promise! Ok, maybe a house, but no diet or skincare products!! )
And we'll see you on March 1 for the next SPECIAL EDITION Habits 180 Update.
Meet Forrest Tuff! Accomplished, yet down to earth. Humble enough to move away from his role as a successful Filmpreneur and move towards a new endeavor; speaking! He's taking the right steps, surrounding himself with the right people, and never losing sight of what's important in life! Inspiring leader, and a fun guy. Enjoy!
For more about Forrest, check out his website at https://www.forresttuff.com/
Miranda Jo was in India and found herself with a conundrum; how to navigate her Christian faith with the yoga spirituality. She had the courage to find the right path for herself, and has inspired many along her journey and continues to inspire through her yoga studio, her book, and her appearances on television, radio and print, and here on Igniting Courage Podcast.
Follow Miranda Jo on Facebook,
Follow her on Instagram
or buy her book, Christian Girl in a Yoga World.
And if you're interested in more courageous journeys related to Yoga, tune in to Igniting Courage Podcast Episode 42 with Ebony Lambert and learn about her healing journey through yoga.
If you're enjoying these podcasts, toss us a positive review on Apple Podcast so others can find the courage boosting entertainment with ICP!
Thank you!
What is an Intuitive Money Mindset Coach? Well, Julie Goetzinger is it, and in this fascinating conversation about telling your own story and getting out of your own way, Julie shares with us some tactics for leaning into our intuition so we can live a fulfilling life. It's not always easy, and it's certainly not a clear path. That's where the courage comes in. So listen in and enjoy!
Julie is the creator of Abundance Breakthrough Retreat & Free To Fly
Follow Julie on YouTube
Join Julie on Facebook
Igniting Courage Podcast is proud to bring you this amazing conversation with global expert in diversity, inclusion, bias and equity in the workplace, Lenora Billings-Harris. We talk about why it takes courage to talk about these topics, and she gives some great strategies for reframing these things in your brain so you can approach difficult conversations with a more positive outlook. She also gives a great tactic for approaching tough conversations when someone says or does something offensive, increasing the likelihood that they will be open to listen and make positive changes!
She mentions a few resources to learn more about Diversity and Inclusion, Racism, Bias and Equity. Here they are!
Resource list on Lenora's website including websites, articles, etc.
The Diversity Advantage by Lenora Billings-Harris
Trailblazers by Lenora Billings-Harris
White Trash, by Nancy Isenberg
Lead From the Outside, by Stacy Abrams
Caste, by University Press
Everyday Bias by Howard Ross
Good Enough Now by Jess Petit
More about Lenora!
Lenora Billings-Harris, CSP (Certified Speaking Professional) is a CPAE (Council of Peers Award of Excellence) Hall of Fame speaker and an internationally recognized authority in the areas of inclusion, diversity, and bias. She has been included as one of the 100 Global Thought Leaders on Diversity and Inclusion by the Society of Human Resource Management and was named by Diversity Woman Magazine as one of the twenty top influential diversity leaders in the US. Her award-winning diversity leadership research is recognized in academic journals internationally. Additionally, she serves on the Advisory Council of the Nido Qubein School of Communication, High Point University, as well as on the adjunct business faculty of two other universities.
Diversity, inclusion and disrupting bias is a full-time focus for Lenora. She partners with clients to help them leverage their diversity of thought to impacts employee talent engagement and retention, attracting customers, community, and corporate relations. Her powerful yet engaging style inspires virtual and in-person audience members to take personal and organizational actions that disrupt bias and accelerate bottom-line business results.
She has presented to audiences in over 41 countries and six continents, including such places as Dubai, Israel and South Africa and Malaysia.
One day, Abby took a courageous step, and now she's helping people in several communities (more to come!) by the tens of thousands! Hear her story of courage and the difference it made. She's real, she's fun and she's changing people's lives!
Check out the Spark in the Dark Website and sign up to BECOME THE SPARK!
Here's a recent article written about the additional funding they (SPOILER ALERT) DID receive from Facebook for 12 more sparks in 2021!!
Check out Abby's Facebook page.
And if you enjoy Igniting Courage Podcast, leave us a positive review on Apple Podcast so more people can find us!! Thanks for listening.
Update on how December went...not perfect, but that's life, right? Some tips on how to stay accountable on the changes you want to make if your life.
Moving into the new year, New Year's Resolutions are in full force! If you want a little accountability, join Heather Hudson in her Habits 180 accountability group. Nothing to buy, she's just a person trying to change positive habits in her life to improve it significantly over time!
Here's the link to the accountability page! All positive, no BS. Make your changes stick!
Happy New Year! This message comes to you on the last day of a truly memorable year! (even if we sometimes don't want to remember it!) 2021 is going to be great, especially if you choose to see the positive!
Thanks for listening over the past 2 years, and we've got some great content continuing to flow right here. Like it? Leave us a review and help others get the courage boost for a more happy, fulfilled, and resiliant life!
See you next year.
Altovise Pelzer is a powerhouse entrepreneur whose mission is to unmute women who want to tell their story! She's a coach, speaker, podcaster, blogger and an amazingly energetic and courageous woman who shares her story of stepping into courage, and the amazing results it's had!
Connect with her on LinkedIn
Check out her website
Listen to her podcast .
Check out her blog.
Make an appointment to talk to Altovise.
Did you ever want to make big changes, but then it gets uncomfortable or challenging and you fall off the wagon? Amanda Goins did that for years, until she finally found the answer to significant personal change, and she's never been more confident and more able to make things happen for herself. Want to know her secret? Listen in!
Want more? Check out Amanda's podcast, Heightened Life. If you want, you can even listen in to my interview on Heightened Life Podcast!
Books that helped Amanda
Atomic Habits by James Clear
The Obstacle is The Way by Ryan Holiday
Or of course, you can check out my book GET OVER IT! With tips for embracing the discomfort of change!
GOOD LUCK Everyone!
Heather Hudson wanted to change her life...and after years of trying and failing, she decided that she would be more successful by doing it one small habit at a time, so she created Habits 180, a free accountability program to help herself and others stay accountable to creating new small habits for the next 6 months.
December 1 marks 1 month so we check in with her to see how she's doing, challenges, successes, and what habit she's chosen to add to her life in December.
Care to join in the accountability? (it's free and she won't try to sell you anything!) Here's the Facebook Page you can join.
Relationships! Whether it's work relationships, romantic relationships, friendships, family relationships or relationships with strangers at CVS, dealing with other humans is HARD, and if you want to have a lasting, trusting, open, fulfilling relationship, it takes COURAGE!
Meet Michelle Castelli, Relationship Coach, author, podcaster and speaker. She shares some great insights on the steps we need to take to have healthy fulfilling relationships, and I was surprised with what she said the first step is...so listen in, and build stronger relationships in your life.
If you want to take Michelle's Free relationship quiz, click here!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY ICP!!! We are thrilled to be entering year 3 of bringing you this fabulous, courage boosting weekly dose of inspiration! Someone recently asked me, "Why courage? Why did you choose courage for your business and your podcast?" so in this episode I answer that question, and hopefully boost your desire to tune in for another year! Subscribe, and let us know what you like, what you learned, or just quietly tune in and get that inspiration you need, and don't do a darned thing! You've got this! You're a lot stronger than you think!!
Running a business is hard. Doing it with a sibling is even harder, but twins Kandy Chapple and Kerry Winkler do it with humor. In this fun and empowering episode they share their "holy crap" moments, and their triumphs, and the secret to their success. Enjoy, and grab an issue of Grand Traverse Woman Magazine today!
Or follow them on Instagram or Facebook!
During this pandemic whether it's from layoffs, furlough, or just the opportunity to slow down, many people are reassessing their lives and what they want to do going forward. What they want to add to their lives and what they don't want to go back to. Turning the page to a new chapter in life is scary because there are so many unknowns.
In this energetic, entertaining and enlightening episode I talk to my old friend Jeremy Brodey about his page turn and the courage it takes to evolve and grow, and do the best you can. One of my favorite quotes from this episode is "You've survived every worst day of your life so far!" Meaning, you're one strong emeffer, so listen in, and then go live your courageous life!
We've all been there. We gain weight, we lose weight, we gain weight, we lose weight...but what happens when all that happens in the public eye!
Self-proclaimed reality show junkie "Big Mike" Dorsey saw his chanceand got on season 14 of The Biggest Loser. He lost the weight, but within 3 years had gained it all back. Hear his journey of courage and self-discovery as he found the right reasons and the right way to find his health and his happy, fulfilled life. At the end he shares his story about ONE CLICK that you may be able to relate to!
Want more from mike? Find him on Facebook or Instagram and Check out this article about his Biggest Loser Journey.
Find your courage on Episode 102 of Igniting Courage Podcast with Anne Bonney.
Looking to make some changes in your life? Want some accountability? Habits 180 is a free program created by a normal person like you who wanted to make a few changes. It launches on November 1, 2020 and will go for 180 days. Basically you pick 1 thing a month that you commit to doing every day for 30 days. (For example: her first is to exercise every day for at least 30 minutes.) Then the following month, hopefully that's a new habit, you keep doing that, and pick up one more new thing.
Igniting Courage podcast is going to check in with Heather on the first of every month to see how it's going, and talk about the courage it takes to persevere, make positive changes.
If you'd like to join the group (it's free and she's not selling anything. ) Like the Habits 180 Facebook Page. https://www.facebook.com/groups/425316742201866
If you're joining in, put a comment below so we can cheer you on!
GOOD LUCK, and we'll check in on December 1.
HAPPY 100TH IGNITING COURAGE PODCAST! In this episode we decided to mix it up a bit and have our first 2-guest episode, and our first episode with non-adult humans! I wanted to get the perspective of some younger people on this whole CoronaVirus thing, so I asked Addie and Izzy into the studio to share their thoughts, their courage, and to teach me a little something something! (They take this old lady to school at the end of the episode!)
Have the courage to quietly listen to these "Wise-beyond-their-years" brave young people, and hear what's going on in their heads during this confusing time. It might sound familiar!
Oh, and jump on the FREERICE app and do some good while you're playing games on your phone! Thanks Addie!
Igniting Courage Podcast welcomes Liz Belt, Army veteran, mother, athlete, business owner and leader. She shares how she got through 2 years of combat deployments with courage, and how that prepared her for motherhood and business ownership during a global pandemic.
For more information on Liz and Intrepid cycling, check out their website, Instagram or Facebook.
What started 14 years ago as a 3 kid bike train has blossomed into a massive community movement throughout northern Michigan! Ty Schmidt made a commitment to make a difference, and he shares the courage it takes every day to keep that commitment. He lives his mission and is an inspiration and a difference maker!
Check out the Norte Website, follow their Facebook or Instagram pages, but, true to Ty's mission, you should follow Norte in real life. They are out currently at 6 different trailheads. Norte has the largest youth mountain bike team in the state of MI so if you want to see Norte in action, from Palmer Woods to Maplehurst to Glacial to the Commons and the VASA, they're rolling all fall. Look for the kids (young and old) screaming with joy!
Holly Hoffman was the last standing female on Season 21 of Survivor in Nicaragua in 2010. She thought she was going into a "reality show" but the reality set in quickly, and she learned some important lessons about herself, her life, and about courage. She shares those lessons with us in Episode 97 of Igniting Courage Podcast.
A professional speaker and the author of Your Winner Within and Write Yourself a Note, Holly acknowledges that life is made up of challenges, and we are often faced with situations that seem insurmountable. She inspires her audience to focus their thoughts, emotions, and energy towards success and shares the knowledge, tools, and discipline to achieve it.
Find holly on Social Media
Instagram
Facebook
Twitter
Living an intentional life of self-selected purpose is a buzz word in today's self-improvement world, but rarely do you get a tactical playbook about how to do it. Sure, there are individualized investigations that you have to do to arrive at your purpose, but there are also strategic steps you can take to ensure you fulfill that potential, and The School of Intentional Living is that playbook. In this interview, I talk to Author Sean Rosensteel about the courage it takes to be honest with yourself and put in the work to truly achieve your priorities, especially in this busy world of millions of competing messages.
For more information or to get in touch with Sean, go to www.SeanRosensteel.com
And if you're ready to TAKE ACTION Sean is starting a FREE 5-day Intentional Living Challenge on October 6, 2020. JOIN IN! https://www.seanrosensteel.com/challenge.
Igniting courage podcast with motivational speaker/ best-selling author Anne Bonney is the place you go for a boost of courage, either to make a huge change in life, or to just get through the day! Listen to my friends, who are each regular old people (but also unbelievable badasses) share what courage means to them, how they developed it, and how it plays into their lives every single day. Be inspired in their, and then your own every day courage. Then go transform your life.
I've always been a fan of Lawrence Jackson Jr (LJ) since we started working together in 2004, but this interview solidifies my belief that he is truly a remarkable human! Listen in as he talks about building understanding in a diverse work environment, his experience building relationships with his customers during this difficult time (while calling them to ask them to pay up! He's in accounting.) and his inspiring practice of connecting with people of all walks of life to make a difference in their lives and in the world. I'm honored to call him my friend, and I'm so glad he's on this planet, making it better and better, every day he's on it.
For more from LJ, find him on social media.
Facebook: @lawrencejacksonjr
Instagram: @Inspiredgent
We are living in a crazy time. I'm sure at some point in the past 6 months, you have felt overwhelmed...perhaps more than once? I know I have, so I decided to do an episode talking about 6 things you can do to help reduce the overwhelm. There is a lot outside of our control right now, so the stressful stuff isn't going away...but there are some ways that are within your control that can help you deal with everything a little more smoothly! Maybe one small change could make the difference for you! Have the courage to give it a try.
Good luck, and hang in there!
Igniting courage podcast with motivational speaker/ best-selling author Anne Bonney is the podcast built to boost your courage. Whether it's for that massive change, or just the daily junk that throws us off. I bring on guests from all walks of life to give you a different perspective on courage, so you know that the discomfort you feel is normal, but you can push through it. You'll discover how courageous you really are, and know that you can transform your life.
Fun and informative interview with Speaker, Leadership Consultant and Magician, Ben Whiting and the courage it has taken for him to shift his business to make a bigger impact both before and after the pandemic!
Recognizing his passion for helping audiences in their careers and day-to-day lives, Ben began focusing on keynote speaking and leadership development. In 2016, he delivered his first TEDx talk and was hired by a leadership development firm shortly thereafter to deliver leadership training around the globe. Within two years, he moved from trainer to senior consultant at the firm. His leadership consulting clients have included international companies like UNiDAYS, as well as Fortune 50 corporations such as Schlumberger.
Today, Ben runs his own consulting firm employing magic and entertainment as tools to teach and inspire corporations, non-profit organizations, and educational institutions around the globe. He currently resides in Traverse City, Michigan with his beautiful wife Erin and his very good dog Scooter. Ben is also a 2nd degree black belt in Tae Kwon Do, a member of American MENSA, still acts professionally (when he has the time), and is currently writing his 6th play, a new adaptation of William Shakespeare's The Tempest. He also enjoys raindrops on roses and whiskers on kittens, bright copper kettles and warm woolen mittens, brown paper packages tied up with string, Michigan beers and Bruce Springsteen.
RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE EPISODE:
To get Ben’s 20 tips for Eliminating Overwhelm from Your Life, e-mail Ben@BenWhiting.com or text “Houdini” to 66866
FB and IG @BenWhitingMagic
15 Commitments to Conscious Leadership by Jim Dethmer
The Getaway Car, essay on the craft of writing included in the book This is the Story of a Happy Marriage by Ann Patchett .
The 5 Second Rule by Mel Robbins A favorite of mine as well, on the courage to TAKE ACTION when you don't fee like it!
Igniting courage podcast with motivational speaker/ best-selling author Anne Bonney is the place you go for a boost of courage, either to make a huge change in life, or to just get through the day! Listen to my friends, who are each regular old people (but also unbelievable badasses) share what courage means to them, how they developed it, and how it plays into their lives every single day. Be inspired in their, and then your own every day courage. Then go transform your life.
In this episode I talk about my own journey to opening my mind to examining and thinking about, and trying to understand racism. It's a difficult and painful concept, and always uncomfortable to think and talk about, but vitally important if we want to create change so nobody feels like "other" and equal opportunity actually is a thing! Take a listen and let me know what you think.
Step forward if video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4K5fbQ1-zps
White Privilege Explained: https://www.facebook.com/justin.wilford/videos/10111037308547016)
White Fragility Paper by Robin DiAngelo (in case you don't have time for the book): https://libjournal.uncg.edu/ijcp/article/viewFile/249/116
In episode 91 we explore courage as it relates to surprise opportunities, international adventures and derailing interactions, and how they never stopped Jason from moving forward, "pushing out the canoe", "stepping through the fabric" and making it work! Inspirational stories of courage and achievement through innovation and life!
Jason Borowicz is an international speaker and collaboration coach who has helped teams all over the world to perform at their best when their best is required. His proven methodology - UNSTOPPABLE US - has been used by hundreds of leaders, creating over $100 million of economic impact over the last 5 years. Realizing that "We perform to the level of our disbeliefs", JB is on a mission to help every team be a great team to be in. After all, doesn't everyone deserve to drive to work knowing they are in a great team that respects their strengths and has their back?
Jason is also a former teacher who achieved a near 100% passing rate, and a former national team coach in the Czech Republic, where he played quarterback and led his team to 2 championship appearances. Additionally, having spent nearl a decade in New Zealand has given Jason global perspective on teams, collaboration and navigating BIG differences across executive teams and project delivery teams.
In addition to his work with sports, education, and business, Jason is passionate about travelling and exploring new ideas, which he does through his You Tube channel titled Better Questions, and his podcast.
With a passion for both the science and the art of collaboration, Jason travels the world coaching leaders on how they can apply his trademark brand of team dynamics for exponential growth results. As a grounded and intriguing keynote speaker, Jason's evidence based approach, infused with an inviting sense of humor and quick wit, make him a safe choice to be a huge hit at your event.
March 9, 2020: I had a realization the other day that I was halting my forward progress with my thinking. I was waiting for everything to get "back to normal"....and that wasn't going to work.
Change requires us to think about things differently, so take a quick 5 minutes to hear my shift in thinking, and share in the comments how you're making dealing with the global pandemic easier for yourself!
Igniting courage podcast with motivational speaker/ best-selling author Anne Bonney is the place you go for a boost of courage, either to make a huge change in life, or to just get through the day! Listen to my friends, who are each regular old people (but also unbelievable badasses) share what courage means to them, how they developed it, and how it plays into their lives every single day. Be inspired in their, and then your own every day courage. Then go transform your life.
Continuation of this fascinating interview with Dave McIntyre. In this episode we talk about his books and the similarities to what's going on in the world right now, and how wilderness survival parallels life. Really interesting perspectives and comparisons to help you build your courage to see both sides and make a rational, informed decision about the challenges and discomforts in your life.
Dave's Bio
Dave McIntyre's love of shooting sports, military history, small unit tactics, and wilderness survival comes across in his writing which is known for it's gritty realism and attention to detail. Precision is Key.
"I love people and know my characters inside and out. I create their world and then give them free reign to explore any solution available to the conflict I throw at them. It always surprises me what they come up with."
www.DaveMcIntyreWilderness.org
Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9nzMISTPLOjNffqJYlC8NA
Amazon page:https://www.amazon.com/Dave-McIntyre/e/B00Y0Z8MQU%3Fref=dbs_a_mng_rwt_scns_share
Twitter: @DaveMcIntyreA
Parler @Colhane1965.
Instagram: @davemcintyrewilderness
Linkedin : in/dave-mcintyre-wilderness/
Fascinating interview about the courage it takes to survive in the wilderness, and all the challenges that come alone with it, externally and internally! This interview was so interesting, I'm splitting it into 2 parts, so enjoy part 1 of this fascinating interview.
Dave's Bio
Dave McIntyre's love of shooting sports, military history, small unit tactics, and wilderness survival comes across in his writing which is known for it's gritty realism and attention to detail. Precision is Key.
"I love people and know my characters inside and out. I create their world and then give them free reign to explore any solution available to the conflict I throw at them. It always surprises me what they come up with."
www.DaveMcIntyreWilderness.org
Youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC9nzMISTPLOjNffqJYlC8NA
Amazon page:https://www.amazon.com/Dave-McIntyre/e/B00Y0Z8MQU%3Fref=dbs_a_mng_rwt_scns_share
Twitter: @DaveMcIntyreA
Parler @Colhane1965.
Instagram: @davemcintyrewilderness
Linkedin : in/dave-mcintyre-wilderness/
As global citizens who are socially aware, and would like to make the world a better place, it's important to try to understand the things that we do that impact the people around us. Cultural appropriation is one of those things. What does it mean? Am I doing it? I don't mean to. Are people just being too sensitive?
I had these questions too, so I sought out my friend and professor of feminist, gender and race issues at Drexel and UPenn, Jacqueline Sadashige, PhD to answer some of our questions.
Bottom line, it's still confusing, and she shares that she even struggles with some instances in her life. This was very comforting to me because it's not easy, but it is important to continue to try to understand and be sensitive to how what we're doing could be problematic to those around us. Protesting isn't enough. We have to examine what we're doing on a day to day basis, so have a listen to this fascinating and eye opening interview.
And thank you for trying to be an empathetic and understanding person!
I had the honor of interviewing world renowned speaker, author, comedian and all around great guy to find out the courage we need to get through this pandemic, the pandemic recovery and life in general! It's an enlightening and inspiring jaunt through courage, emotional intelligence and laughter, so enjoy!
If you want more from Steve, there are many ways to get it!
Steve’s Website: stevegilliland.com
Steve’s Online Store: stevegillilandstore.com
Steve’s YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/stevegillilandinc
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Steve-Gilliland-CSP-CPAE/637296866368499
Twitter: https://twitter.com/SteveGSpeaks
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/steve-gilliland-970326a3/
Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/stevegillilandc/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stevegspeaks/
Monthly Newsletter: https://stevegilliland.com/newsletter
Blog: https://stevegilliland.com/weekly-blog/
He also has an App (available on the App Store and Google Play) called “Steve Gilliland App”
Fabulous interview with 17 year old Connor Mailander, runner of 100...sorry, 104 miles, raiser of over $75,000, and creator of change.
Link to his fund raiser: https://charity.gofundme.com/o/en/campaign/connors-100-miles/opendoorsofashevilleinc
Link to the charity he works with in case the fund raiser is over and you still want to donate to this fabulous organization! https://opendoorsasheville.org
Fascinating and inspiring interview with Barbara Holbrook, Yoga, mom and someone who is living a considered life, and challenging herself to see things differently for the good of herself, her community, and the world! Gain insights on true self care, internal advocacy and taking risks, but starting small. Listen in! You won't regret it!
Being a person of color in the United States has always had it's challenges, and fortunately the conversation is in the forefront of our society right now, hopefully leading to some change. But most African Americans have faced racial inequities and intolerances their whole lives. Nolanda is no exception, and in this insightful and emotionally intelligent interview she shares her experience as a black woman in this country, but also her perspective from working in the family courts for 16 years, and from the perspective of a woman getting involved in government because she's ready to make some changes. She is also the loving wife of a police officer, something that also takes a lot of courage, especially right now. So enjoy this enlightening interview.
Click here for more information on Nolanda's Emerge Maryland Campaign.
Click here for more information on Emerge America and how you can get involved.
Click here for more information on the League of Women Voters.
Click here for The N Word, the book referenced by Nolanda in the interview.
Fun interview with fellow speaker, authenticity authority, expert on emotional intelligence and all around great guy, Roger Wolkoff talking about self and social awareness, and how we can build and practice them during this time of heightened emotion and exhaustion!
For more information on Roger, go to www.rogerwolkoff.com
or watch him do his thing, right here!
Igniting courage podcast with motivational speaker/ best-selling author Anne Bonney is the place you go for a boost of courage, either to make a huge change in life, or to just get through the day! Listen to my friends, who are each regular old people (but also unbelievable badasses) share what courage means to them, how they developed it, and how it plays into their lives every single day. Be inspired in their, and then your own every day courage. Then go transform your life.
As the world re-opens, our emotional intelligence is going to be challenged. People are going to do things differently than the way you would do them. You will be frustrated, angry, incensed, just try not to get self-righteous! Remember all the warm and fuzzy feelings about being in this together? Part of being in this together is calmly accepting our differences in opinion, choice and action. Let's have the courage to accept that we're all different, and that's ok! Good luck out there!
Igniting courage podcast with motivational speaker/ best-selling author Anne Bonney is the place you go for a boost of courage, either to make a huge change in life, or to just get through the day! Listen to my friends, who are each regular old people (but also unbelievable badasses) share what courage means to them, how they developed it, and how it plays into their lives every single day. Be inspired in their, and then your own every day courage. Then go transform your life.
Erika Tebbens has built businesses of her own, and now she helps women small business owners build their businesses. Host of Sell it Sister Podcast, Erika knows a thing or two about the courage it takes to sell, and in Episode 80 of Igniting Courage Podcast she helps us build the courage to put ourselves out there. because if we don't, we can't share our own unique gifts with the world.
If you want her FREE No-Sleeze Sales Guide, click here!
More about Erika at ErikaTebbens.com
IG: instagram.com/erikatebbensconsulting
And I mentioned the book Go for No by Richard Fenton and Andrea Waltz. Check that out by clicking here.
Igniting courage podcast with motivational speaker/ best-selling author Anne Bonney is the place you go for a boost of courage, either to make a huge change in life, or to just get through the day! Listen to my friends, who are each regular old people (but also unbelievable badasses) share what courage means to them, how they developed it, and how it plays into their lives every single day. Be inspired in their, and then your own every day courage. Then go transform your life.
CoVid-19 has brought innumerable challenges, but for an ICU nurse in the New York City area, just going into work is a scary thing! Fabiola is that nurse, and has not only worked and made a difference through the busiest times in her NYC area ICU, but she has battled the Coronavirus herself. Her perspective is a unique view from the inside, and a message that though things are bleak, we as humans can come together despite our fear, and do good for each other. It is my honor to present this episode of Igniting Courage Podcast with Fabiola Francisque.
**This episode was recorded on May 6, 2020 in the middle of the CoVid-19 pandemic.
Fabiola's Social Media: https://www.facebook.com/fabiola.francisque
Igniting courage podcast with motivational speaker/ best-selling author Anne Bonney is the place you go for a boost of courage, either to make a huge change in life, or to just get through the day! Listen to my friends, who are each regular old people (but also unbelievable badasses) share what courage means to them, how they developed it, and how it plays into their lives every single day. Be inspired in their, and then your own every day courage. Then go transform your life.
Fantastic insights on courage to travel the world, build empathy and make a difference from humanitarian film maker Mallory Brown! Tune in and enjoy!
To see more from Mallory,
Mallory’s website: http://travelmal.com/
Guatemala Episode: https://www.crowdrise.com/mile-3-guatemala
To donate: https://charity.gofundme.com/o/en/campaign/walk-a-mile
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mallory.travelmal
Insta https://www.instagram.com/travelmal/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/travelmal/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/travelmal
Igniting courage podcast with motivational speaker/ best-selling author Anne Bonney is the place you go for a boost of courage, either to make a huge change in life, or to just get through the day! Listen to my friends, who are each regular old people (but also unbelievable badasses) share what courage means to them, how they developed it, and how it plays into their lives every single day. Be inspired in their, and then your own every day courage. Then go transform your life.
Surviving sexual assault takes courage. Telling the police, the courts, the public the story takes even more! In this inspiring and heartbreaking episode, Jennifer Rohlen tells her story, and talks about the courage to move on, and move forward.
Follow Jennifer on Social Media
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/JennyRohlen
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jenniferrohlen/
If you're interested in her public group for criminal justice reform, check out Jenny's Way. https://www.facebook.com/groups/2749541248468058/?ref=search
If you're a survivor, and are interested in being a part of a group of supporters, check out Jenny's Safe Space. https://www.facebook.com/groups/322303962028164/?ref=search
Fabulous interview with coach, speaker, author, hiker and trauma survivor about courage and resilience and all the hard work that's required to get there! Amazing insights into courage and how to build resilience.
To get her award winning book, Garbage Bag Suitcase, go to https://www.garbagebagsuitcase.com/
Find Shenandoah on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shenandoah.chefalo
Or on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/garbagebagsuitcase/
Igniting courage podcast with motivational speaker/ best-selling author Anne Bonney is the place you go for a boost of courage, either to make a huge change in life, or to just get through the day! Listen to my friends, who are each regular old people (but also unbelievable badasses) share what courage means to them, how they developed it, and how it plays into their lives every single day. Be inspired in their, and then your own every day courage. Then go transform your life.
Phil Gerbyshak knows SALES. He’s a sales speaker, a sales expert, a sales trainer, a sales leader mentor, a sales podcaster and a sales coach. He's written 5 books, more than 3000 articles, and has been quoted in the Wall Street Journal, Daily Globe and Mail, Financial Times, Investor's Business Daily, Inc. and many other publications, including earning 3 covers: Speaker Magazine, Marketing Media and Money, and Social Selling Made Easy. Phil is known as a Sales, Leadership and Technology Authority with a particular expertise in LinkedIn and social selling. He's also a fun, colorful guy who is a blast to be around, and in this interview, he shares his journey for self fulfillment.
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/philgerb/
Website https://philgerbyshak.com/
Phil's 46 in 46: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/happy-birthday-me-here-46-things-i-learned-from-trips-phil-gerbyshak/
Igniting courage podcast with motivational speaker/ best-selling author Anne Bonney is the place you go for a boost of courage, either to make a huge change in life, or to just get through the day! Listen to my friends, who are each regular old people (but also unbelievable badasses) share what courage means to them, how they developed it, and how it plays into their lives every single day. Be inspired in their, and then your own every day courage. Then go transform your life.
Leslie Ferris Yerger has an amazing story of embracing unknowns, in her 500 mile trek on the Camino de Santiago, and in her life with Stage 4 Breast Cancer. In this interview she shares her insights from her journey and inspires us all to embrace unknowns of life and life in the moment.
You can get her book Probably Benign on Amazon now.
Here's a link to her TedX Talk: https://www.ted.com/talks/leslie_ferris_yerger_probably_benign
And her website: https://walkthewaywithher.com/
Igniting courage podcast with motivational speaker/ best-selling author Anne Bonney is the place you go for a boost of courage, either to make a huge change in life, or to just get through the day! Listen to my friends, who are each regular old people (but also unbelievable badasses) share what courage means to them, how they developed it, and how it plays into their lives every single day. Be inspired in their, and then your own every day courage. Then go transform your life.
I saw a post from a friend about her new tattoo. It wasn't flowers, or words, or some memory of a lost loved one. It was a dot, put there to help a young girl frightened about her upcoming radiation treatment to feel brave. I knew I had to have Dottie on the podcast to share her courage, and how she builds courage in those undergoing cancer treatment. This fabulous interview is the result. Enjoy!
Find her on Facebook @dottie.uriegaylin
Igniting courage podcast with motivational speaker/ best-selling author Anne Bonney is the place you go for a boost of courage, either to make a huge change in life, or to just get through the day! Listen to my friends, who are each regular old people (but also unbelievable badasses) share what courage means to them, how they developed it, and how it plays into their lives every single day. Be inspired in their, and then your own every day courage. Then go transform your life.
Welp, we've got an interesting global health event going on, and no matter where you are on the broad spectrum of reactions people are having, there is no argument about the number of unknowns swirling around. We simply don't know what's going to happen day to day, and that's causing some fear, so I created a special edition podcast with a few tips on how to deal with the fear of unknowns. We've got this.
Interview with fabulously energetic and courageous Candace Doby, Courage speaker and world traveler...20 countries, mostly solo! Some great stories, as well as some great strategies for cultivating and conjuring courage when you need it! This is a fun one! Enjoy.
More from Candace at CandaceDoby.com
LinkedIn or Instagram: @CandaceDoby
Find her book, If Courage Could Talk on Amazon or The Beehive ATL
Igniting courage podcast with motivational speaker/ best-selling author Anne Bonney is the place you go for a boost of courage, either to make a huge change in life, or to just get through the day! Listen to my friends, who are each regular old people (but also unbelievable badasses) share what courage means to them, how they developed it, and how it plays into their lives every single day. Be inspired in their, and then your own every day courage. Then go transform your life.
Marrying into an already blended family can be a challenge, and Sharon Wilson has faced those challenges and is now thriving in a loving relationship with the entire clan, but it was a tough road, and has taken a lot of work and discomfort, and courage! In this interview, Sharon shares her journey, in the hopes of inspiring other step parents to have the courage to examine their place and their contribution to the challenges, so they can find the brighter side, and thrive!
To get in touch with Sharon, go to http://aligntrainingandcoaching.com/ or find her on social media at https://www.facebook.com/ALIGNTrainingAndCoaching/ and Instagram: @smwilson06.
Igniting courage podcast with motivational speaker/ best-selling author Anne Bonney is the place you go for a boost of courage, either to make a huge change in life, or to just get through the day! Listen to my friends, who are each regular old people (but also unbelievable badasses) share what courage means to them, how they developed it, and how it plays into their lives every single day. Be inspired in their, and then your own every day courage. Then go transform your life.
Interview with Bryan Jennewein, and a fabulous conversation on his transdisciplinary doctoral work on marginalized populations. What does that mean? Listen in and find out.
Igniting courage podcast with motivational speaker/ best-selling author Anne Bonney is the place you go for a boost of courage, either to make a huge change in life, or to just get through the day! Listen to my friends, who are each regular old people (but also unbelievable badasses) share what courage means to them, how they developed it, and how it plays into their lives every single day. Be inspired in their, and then your own every day courage. Then go transform your life. And if you need a little courage to get through change, grab a copy of GET OVER IT! Anne's best-selling book with 47 Tips for Embracing the Discomfort of Change.
Need an energizing motivational speaker for your next event? Need someone to ignite your team's courage to embrace change or have a tough conversation? Let's chat!
Sometimes we have to have difficult conversations, and if we can have them right, we can not only solve problems with others, but build trust, thus strengthening the relationship, but first, we have to HAVE the conversation! Few tips on how to do that!
The book I mention is Crucial Conversations. Get it!
Igniting courage podcast with motivational speaker/ best-selling author Anne Bonney is the place you go for a boost of courage, either to make a huge change in life, or to just get through the day! Listen to my friends, who are each regular old people (but also unbelievable badasses) share what courage means to them, how they developed it, and how it plays into their lives every single day. Be inspired in their, and then your own every day courage. Then go transform your life.
Grant Baldwin is the founder of The Speaker Lab, a training company that helps public speakers learn how to find and book speaking gigs. Through his popular podcast The Speaker Lab and flagship coaching program Booked and Paid to Speak he has coached and worked with thousands of speakers. As a keynote speaker, Grant has delivered nearly one thousand presentations to over 500,000 people in 47 states and has keynoted events for audiences as large as 13,000. Grant has also been featured in national media including Forbes, Inc., Entrepreneur, and Huffington Post.
He now lives near Nashville, Tennessee, with his wife, Sheila, and their three daughters. For more from Grant, you can go to
· www.TheSpeakerLab.com
· www.GrantBaldwin.com
· Facebook /grantbaldwinfans/
· Twitter @grantbaldwin
· Instagram @gbaldwin
Click here to get the book The Successful Speaker on Amazon.
Or go to http://www.TheSpeakerLab.com/book to pre-order and get the bonuses.
"When people ask me questions about booking more gigs, I always tell them, 'Look up Grant Baldwin. He's a genius!' Now, with this fantastic book, I can say instead, 'Have you read The Successful Speaker?' If you've got some questions about what it takes to be a consistently booked speaker, read this book, get ready to underline like crazy, and then do the steps Grant teaches."
-Jon Acuff, speaker and New York Times bestselling author of Finish: Give Yourself the Gift of Done
Igniting courage podcast with motivational speaker/ best-selling author Anne Bonney is the place you go for a boost of courage, either to make a huge change in life, or to just get through the day! Listen to my friends, who are each regular old people (but also unbelievable badasses) share what courage means to them, how they developed it, and how it plays into their lives every single day. Be inspired in their, and then your own every day courage. Then go transform your life.
Chris shares her courage in defending others, and her learning to defend herself. Fun stories punctuate her commitment to live her own life and support others to live theirs. Enjoy!
Click to find Chris' books, The Urn Carrier and Saving Vincent.
Igniting Courage Podcast with motivational speaker/ best-selling author Anne Bonney is the place you go for a boost of courage, either to make a huge change in life, or to just get through the day! Listen to my friends, who are each regular old people (but also unbelievable badasses) share what courage means to them, how they developed it, and how it plays into their lives every single day. Be inspired in their, and then your own every day courage. Then go transform your life.
Anne Bonney, motivational speaker, courage igniter will help you and your team embrace the discomfort of change. Best-selling Author of GET OVER IT! 47 Tips for Embracing the Discomfort of Change.
I was disgusted when I saw someone fawning over a stranger's service dog the other day. I knew it wasn't malicious, but having the courage to supress our urges and do what's best for the situation as a whole could make the world a better place on a large scale, and will make one individual safer on the small. Listen in, and have the courage to examine your motivations with Change Speaker Anne Bonney.
Interview with courageous survivor, Samantha Mosley and her journey through an eating disorder, motherhood and having the courage to leave an abusive relationship. What does it take? Listen and find out.
Igniting courage podcast with motivational speaker/ best-selling author Anne Bonney is the place you go for a boost of courage, either to make a huge change in life, or to just get through the day! Listen to my friends, who are each regular old people (but also unbelievable badasses) share what courage means to them, how they developed it, and how it plays into their lives every single day. Be inspired in their, and then your own every day courage. Then go transform your life.
Cody has committed himself to building a business that's never been done before! It's taken all the perseverance and courage he can muster, and it's about to pay off! Listen to his amazing story, and how the courage to persevere and not quit just could mean the launching of a new, and delicious industry!
Follow the developing progress on Facebook and Instagram: @americanmusclecreamery
Fabulous interview with Here:Say Storytelling creator Karen Stein about overcoming panic attacks, and leaving everything she knew to find courage and become the face of something she really wanted to create! An inspiring illustration of "make it happen despite the fear", Karen shares a ton of value here! Enjoy.
Igniting courage podcast with motivational speaker/ best-selling author Anne Bonney is the place you go for a boost of courage, either to make a huge change in life, or to just get through the day! Listen to my friends, who are each regular old people (but also unbelievable badasses) share what courage means to them, how they developed it, and how it plays into their lives every single day. Be inspired in their, and then your own every day courage. Then go transform your life.
Photo credit Jessie Zevalkink
The answer is always no if we don't ask, and I have learned that over and over in my life.
Igniting courage podcast is the place you go for a boost of courage, either to make a huge leap in life, or to just get through the day! Listen to my friends, who are each regular old people (but also unbelievable badasses) share what courage means to them, how they developed it, and how it plays into their lives every single day. Be inspired in their, and then your own every day courage. Then go transform your life.
As the year 2019 and the 2010s decade comes to an end, I reflect on the one common thread, especially important during this potentially lonely time of the year, the holidays. In interview after interview on this podcast, people say "I got help". Whether it was from a friend, a professional, a family member, whoever! They didn't do it alone, and you don't have to either! Courage is a Team Sport, so reach out!
Igniting courage podcast is the place you go for a boost of courage, either to make a huge leap in life, or to just get through the day! Listen to my friends, who are each regular old people (but also unbelievable badasses) share what courage means to them, how they developed it, and how it plays into their lives every single day. Be inspired in their, and then your own every day courage. Then go transform your life.
Interview with Evelyn Ortmann, where we discuss redefining relevance as you gain veteran status in an industry. A fascinating conversation around courage and the ego as we age!
Igniting courage podcast is the place you go for a boost of courage, either to make a huge leap in life, or to just get through the day! Listen to my friends, who are each regular old people (but also unbelievable badasses) share what courage means to them, how they developed it, and how it plays into their lives every single day. Be inspired in their, and then your own every day courage. Then go transform your life.
It took a little courage to leap into this unknown experience, but I'm so glad I did, and so should you! What are you waiting to say YES to?? Grab a little courage, then go do it!
Igniting courage podcast is the place you go for a boost of courage, either to make a huge leap in life, or to just get through the day! Listen to my friends, who are each regular old people (but also unbelievable badasses) share what courage means to them, how they developed it, and how it plays into their lives every single day. Be inspired in their, and then your own every day courage. Then go transform your life.
Kathy Newton shares her courageous story of building a successful business. Lessons in life chapters, getting uncomfortable, not doing it alone, and always improving yourself through professional development and social learning punctuate this fabulous episode.
To learn more about Kathy, go to Nourishtc.goherbalife.com
https://www.facebook.com/kathy.newton.9678
Igniting courage podcast is the place you go for a boost of courage, either to make a huge leap in life, change your way of thinking, or to just get through the day! Listen to my friends, who are each regular old people (but also unbelievable badasses) share what courage means to them, how they developed it, and how it plays into their lives every single day. Be inspired in their, and then your own every day courage. Then go transform your life.
Sometimes we get stuck in the typical negative thinking about certain unchangables in our lives, and we become the makers of our own misery. That's silly. Have the courage to choose a positive way of thinking. You rebel you!!
Igniting courage podcast is the place you go for a boost of courage, either to make a huge leap in life, or to just get through the day! Listen to my friends, who are each regular old people (but also unbelievable badasses) share what courage means to them, how they developed it, and how it plays into their lives every single day. Be inspired in their, and then your own every day courage. Then go transform your life.
And did you know that Anne Bonney's debut book GET OVER IT! 47 Tips for Embracing the Discomfort of Change is now available on Amazon?? You do now! Go get it!
Interview with Jenn Cooper, courageous mother and entrepreneur who has successfully leveraged learning and relationships to build a successful MLM brand!
Igniting courage podcast is the place you go for a boost of courage, either to make a huge leap in life, or to just get through the day! Listen to my friends, who are each regular old people (but also unbelievable badasses) share what courage means to them, how they developed it, and how it plays into their lives every single day. Be inspired in their, and then your own every day courage. Then go transform your life.
Sometimes we damage relationships just by trying to make things right in the world. We don't solve anything, and make people feel like crap in the process. I had a crummy customer service experience that will cloud my feelings about a certain place, and it reminded me to think twice before I correct people, because it may not solve anything, and it could have really negative consequences on my ability to connect with people.
Igniting courage podcast is the place you go for a boost of courage, either to make a huge leap in life, or to just get through the day! Listen to my friends, who are each regular old people (but also unbelievable badasses) share what courage means to them, how they developed it, and how it plays into their lives every single day. Be inspired in their, and then your own every day courage. Then go transform your life.
GET OVER IT! 47 Tops for Embracing the Discomfort of Change by Anne Bonney is now available on Amazon. Click here, and get yours today!
Igniting Courage Podcast interviewed Pay Iyer, and discusses surviving and recovering from financial hardship, job change, and helping people release their writing to the world.
To find more about Pat,
facebook.com/patiyer
linkedin.com/in/patiyer
twitter.com/patiyer
Instagram/patriciaiyer
http://legalnursebusiness.com/bizedu (for legal nurse consultants)
http://patiyer.com/biz-edu (for people interested in being better writers)
Igniting Courage Podcast is celebrating it's 1 year birthday! cue party horn sound We've been proudly bringing you courage enhancing interviews and stories all year, and we're just getting started! So blow out the candles and put on your big kid pants, because it's time to keep getting courageous.
Oh, and Anne is launching her BOOK! Get Over It will be available on November 15, so look for it and get great tips on overcoming the discomfort of change.
Thanks for listening this year everyone! I hope you're braver for it.
Interview with Ashlea Walter, a courageous woman, mother and marketing professional who is running for City Commission in Traverse City, MI. A fascinating look at the courage it takes to contribute to the community in public office, and be a part of the solution!
You can learn more about Ashlea at www.ashfortc.com
Igniting courage podcast is the place you go for a boost of courage, either to make a huge leap in life, or to just get through the day! Listen to my friends, who are each regular old people (but also unbelievable badasses) share what courage means to them, how they developed it, and how it plays into their lives every single day. Be inspired in their, and then your own every day courage. Then go transform your life.
I hear so many people say, "I could never go to xyz alone." and I'm afraid that we're losing out on some amazing opportunities because of that. In this episode, I explore my experience at a week long festival that I went to alone, but I was rarely alone when I got there.
Igniting courage podcast is the place you go for a boost of courage, either to make a huge leap in life, or to just get through the day! Listen to my friends, who are each regular old people (but also unbelievable badasses) share what courage means to them, how they developed it, and how it plays into their lives every single day. Be inspired in their, and then your own every day courage. Then go transform your life.
After battling addiction, and spending almost 3 years in prison, Melissa Gavin-Smith has courageously rebuilt her life with energy, enthusiasm and positive momentum. With recidivism rates as high as they are, Melissa's story is a rare beacon of light on a very challenging problem.
In the episode, we talk about Tapestry, and The Harmony Project. Here is a great news piece about that. You can also visit The Harmony Project website at https://www.harmonyproject.com/.
Igniting Courage Podcast with speaker, author and trainer Anne Bonney is the place you go for a boost of courage, either to make a huge leap in life, or to just get through the day! Listen to my friends, who are each regular old people (but also unbelievable badasses) share what courage means to them, how they developed it, and how it plays into their lives every single day. Be inspired in their, and then your own every day courage. Then go transform your life.
Let's look for the good, because we see what we look for, and there are some amazing things to see!
Igniting courage podcast is the place you go for a boost of courage, either to make a huge leap in life, or to just get through the day! Listen to my friends, who are each regular old people (but also unbelievable badasses) share what courage means to them, how they developed it, and how it plays into their lives every single day. Be inspired in their, and then your own every day courage. Then go transform your life.
Camille knew she wanted something different for her life so she abandoned the red carpets of her glamorous Las Vegas job. She also abandoned electricity, running water and cell phone reception and transformed her life, and baby, look at her now! She shares her story with us on Igniting Courage Podcast episode 47.
The Leaving by Camille Yameen, https://www.amazon.com/Leaving-Camille-Yameen/dp/179278869X/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_1?keywords=the+leaving+camille+yasmeen&qid=1568978941&s=gateway&sr=8-1-fkmr0
Website www.camilleyameen.com
Camille is also available for speaking engagements. If you're interested in booking her, you can contact camille@camilleyameen.com
Igniting Courage Episode 46 I decided to tell my story from 2015 to now. It's taken daily guts, but it's been totally worth it, and it took risk and vulnerability, which in and of itself is scary! Sheesh life, give us a break!
Igniting courage podcast is the place you go for a boost of courage, either to make a huge leap in life, or to just get through the day! Listen to my friends, who are each regular old people (but also unbelievable badasses) share what courage means to them, how they developed it, and how it plays into their lives every single day. Be inspired in their, and then your own every day courage. Then go transform your life.
My old friend Adam Bramski is a humble and wonderful example of daily courage despite internal doubt. A great guy, deserving of all the success he's worked inside and out for. Hear his story on Igniting Courage Podcast Episode 45.
Want more of Adam? Find him on FB and Insta: @adamsnowb
Igniting courage podcast is the place you go for a boost of courage, either to make a huge leap in life, or to just get through the day! Listen to my friends, who are each regular old people (but also unbelievable badasses) share what courage means to them, how they developed it, and how it plays into their lives every single day. Be inspired in their, and then your own every day courage. Then go transform your life.
I know this will make a lot of you perfectionist control freaks uncomfortable, but SOMETIMES, it's ok to settle for "good enough" and put your energy where it will get more value.
Igniting Courage Podcast is the place where you can get a boost of courage in your every day, and once in a lifetime life.
Want to see it on video? Go here! https://youtu.be/Rj1e1y7f6OQ
You can also subscribe on iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify and Google Podcast.
Episode 43 is the final installment of my 4 part Spring of Courage series, and in this one, I lead 15 American's on an expedition to Africa, and my courage is tested before we even get there
Please subscribe on iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify or Google Podcast.
Igniting courage podcast is the place you go for a boost of courage, either to make a huge leap in life, or to just get through the day! Listen to my friends, who are each regular old people (but also unbelievable badasses) share what courage means to them, how they developed it, and how it plays into their lives every single day. Be inspired in their, and then your own every day courage. Then go transform your life.
Ebony Lambert laid in the hospital bed in a deep depression, and thus began an amazing journey to health, happiness and fulfillment! Hear her courageous story here on Igniting Courage Podcast Episode 42.
Want to get in touch with Ebony? Here you go!
Website: www.onewithebony.space
Insta and FB: /OneWithEbony
E-mail: onewithebony@gmail.com
Igniting courage podcast is the place you go for a boost of courage, either to make a huge leap in life, or to just get through the day! Listen to my friends, who are each regular old people (but also unbelievable badasses) share what courage means to them, how they developed it, and how it plays into their lives every single day. Be inspired in their, and then your own every day courage. Then go transform your life.
You did WHAT??? We had a little fund raiser, and I ended up BALD! Episode 41 of Igniting Courage Podcast tells you all about it.
If you want to see the video about it, go to https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5JGroS8yUvY&feature=youtu.be
Igniting courage podcast is the place you go for a boost of courage, either to make a huge leap in life, or to just get through the day! Listen to my friends, who are each regular old people (but also unbelievable badasses) share what courage means to them, how they developed it, and how it plays into their lives every single day. Be inspired in their, and then your own every day courage. Then go transform your life.
If you don't want to come here every week, and would love to get it from your usual podcast spot, have no fear! It's available on iTunes, Stitcher, Spotify and Google Podcast! So go there, as long as you're getting your weekly dose of courage!
In this interview, I talk to local Traverse City Radio Personality, the amazing, fun and fabulous, Christal Frost Anderson about her story, and how courage played, and still plays a strong role as a lifetime survivor and someone who experienced child sexual abuse.
To learn more about Christal, here are a few spots you can go!
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/christalfrostshow/
Website: https://www.christalfrost.com/
FrosTV: https://www.christalfrost.com/video-1
Listen to Christal on the radio weekdays from 10am - noon Eastern: http://www.wtcm.am/
Igniting courage podcast is the place you go for a boost of courage, either to make a huge leap in life, or to just get through the day! Listen to my friends, who are each regular old people (but also unbelievable badasses) share what courage means to them, how they developed it, and how it plays into their lives every single day. Be inspired in their, and then your own every day courage. Then go transform your life.
Networking, i.e. talking to strangers. It can yield fantastic conversations, lucrative business relationships and possibly even lifelong friendships, but entering into it can be unsettling. Join Anne for a quick summary of her recent networking adventures, and how she plowed through the discomfort with one simple strategy.
Igniting courage podcast is the place you go for a boost of courage, either to make a huge leap in life, or to just get through the day! Listen to my friends, who are each regular old people (but also unbelievable badasses) share what courage means to them, how they developed it, and how it plays into their lives every single day. Be inspired in their, and then your own every day courage. Then go transform your life.
Igniting courage podcast is the place you go for a boost of courage, either to make a huge leap in life, or to just get through the day! Listen to my friends, who are each regular old people (but also unbelievable badasses) share what courage means to them, how they developed it, and how it plays into their lives every single day. Be inspired in their, and then your own every day courage. Then go transform your life.
In this interview we hear from poet and muscian Acquanetta Moore, who tells us about her journey to publishing her book of poetry, and how writing and guitar help her to be the best mom she can be.
To read a few of the poems mentioned in the podcast: http://annebonney.com/aquanetta-moore-courageous-writer-of-words-and-cultivator-of-patience
To order Acquanetta's book Quiet Storm on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Quiet-Storm-Acquanetta-Moore/dp/1097108384/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=quiet+storm+moore&qid=1563471438&s=gateway&sr=8-1
To reac the article about Polly and Acquanetta’s collaboration: https://www.risd.edu/news/stories/spenner-comes-full-circle/?fbclid=IwAR21P_8ImSUX21kd39BE-Yjt25a3N4IqEZredM8UPrvWBmno7V3M-i2SH1E
Igniting courage podcast is the place you go for a boost of courage, either to make a huge leap in life, or to just get through the day! Listen to my friends, who are each regular old people (but also unbelievable badasses) share what courage means to them, how they developed it, and how it plays into their lives every single day. Be inspired in their, and then your own every day courage. Then go transform your life.
In this interview, Mike Rouse tells of his journey from selfish success to inmate to selfless success and how courage in times of challenge has led him to a joyful, fulfilling and love filled life.
To read more, you can read his book, Zero to 60 at the Speed of Life. (Click on the title to get it on Amazon)
And to register for a Joggin' for Frogmen 5K near you, or your own virtual run like I did, go to https://www.jogginforfrogmen.com/
Igniting courage podcast is the place you go for a boost of courage, either to make a huge leap in life, or to just get through the day! Listen to my friends, who are each regular old people (but also unbelievable badasses) share what courage means to them, how they developed it, and how it plays into their lives every single day. Be inspired in their, and then your own every day courage. Then go transform your life.
The battle between Little Miss Worst Case Scenario and Little Mister Told Ya So raged on in my head as I encountered very minor obstacles on my mountain bike.
Part 1 of a 4 part series chronicaling lessons in courage in my life over the past 6 weeks.
Part 2: Hawaiian Networking Courage
Part 3: You Shaved your HEAD??
Part 4: Leading a High School Building Expedition to Africa
Don't miss out on any of the high flying fun!
Igniting courage podcast is the place you go for a boost of courage, either to make a huge leap in life, or to just get through the day! Listen to my friends, who are each regular old people (but also unbelievable badasses) share what courage means to them, how they developed it, and how it plays into their lives every single day. Be inspired in their, and then your own every day courage. Then go transform your life.
In this interview with Shea Petaja, you'll learn about her quest for answers to her terrifying confusing and unpredictable health challenges, and how she advocates for herself to figure out how to heal.
To learn more about Shea, you can find her at https://www.facebook.com/sheapetaja.coachforclarity/
And for a great related Instagram story, go to https://www.instagram.com/p/By0D23wBKzj/?igshid=ah2gjavhayww
Igniting courage podcast is the place you go for a boost of courage, either to make a huge leap in life, or to just get through the day! Listen to my friends, who are each regular old people (but also unbelievable badasses) share what courage means to them, how they developed it, and how it plays into their lives every single day. Be inspired in their, and then your own every day courage. Then go transform your life.
In this interview, Mark shares his courageous journey starting his own business, and creating his own niche. You can find more information on Mark and his company, Connect CX at https://www.connect-cx.com/
Igniting courage podcast is the place you go for a boost of courage, either to make a huge leap in life, or to just get through the day! Listen to my friends, who are each regular old people (but also unbelievable badasses) share what courage means to them, how they developed it, and how it plays into their lives every single day. Be inspired in their, and then your own every day courage. Then go transform your life.
In this interview I talk to my oldest bestest friend Ashley about her journey of discovery with her son, who was born female. Get a new perspective and have the courage to accept people for who they are, even if they're very different from you.
Igniting courage podcast is the place you go for a boost of courage, either to make a huge leap in life, or to just get through the day! Listen to my friends, who are each regular old people (but also unbelievable badasses) share what courage means to them, how they developed it, and how it plays into their lives every single day. Be inspired in their, and then your own every day courage. Then go transform your life.
In this interview, I talk to my friend Noelle Sprouse, recovering addict who had to do the work, to find the joy that now exudes from her pores!!
Igniting courage podcast is the place you go for a boost of courage, either to make a huge leap in life, or to just get through the day! Listen to my friends, who are each regular old people (but also unbelievable badasses) share what courage means to them, how they developed it, and how it plays into their lives every single day. Be inspired in their, and then your own every day courage. Then go transform your life.
In this episode, Jess and I talk about addiction, and finding your worth and your why!
Igniting courage podcast is the place you go for a boost of courage, either to make a huge leap in life, or to just get through the day! Listen to my friends, who are each regular old people (but also unbelievable badasses) share what courage means to them, how they developed it, and how it plays into their lives every single day. Be inspired in their, and then your own every day courage. Then go transform your life.
In this interview, Jeremiah and I talk about the courage it takes to follow what's right for you, even if it goes against everything you believe because of what you were taught growing up! A rivoting episode with Jeremiah Cox.
Thanks for listening.
Igniting courage podcast is the place you go for a boost of courage, either to make a huge leap in life, or to just get through the day! Listen to my friends, who are each regular old people (but also unbelievable badasses) share what courage means to them, how they developed it, and how it plays into their lives every single day. Be inspired in their, and then your own every day courage. Then go transform your life.
This is my interview with Zaundra Grant, Best selling Author, Speaker and Divorce Recovery Coach Extrordinairre!! To find out more about Zaundra, go to www.majormark.org.
To schedule a complementary coaching session, click here! http://bit.ly/DivorceRecoveryConsult
You can follow her on
Facebook: @IAmMajorMark/
Instagram: @IAmZaundra
Or grab a copy of one of her books!
Journey To Better Than Okay: http://bit.ly/DivorceDetoxWorkBook
Better Than Okay: http://bit.ly/OrderBetterThanOkay
Igniting courage podcast is the place you go for a boost of courage, either to make a huge leap in life, or to just get through the day! Listen to my friends, who are each regular old people (but also unbelievable badasses) share what courage means to them, how they developed it, and how it plays into their lives every single day. Be inspired in their, and then your own every day courage. Then go transform your life.
This is an interview with Jenna Van Loo and her experience opening departing from her self-centered view of the world through marriage and taking in foreign exchange students.
Igniting courage podcast is the place you go for a boost of courage, either to make a huge leap in life, or to just get through the day! Listen to my friends, who are each regular old people (but also unbelievable badasses) share what courage means to them, how they developed it, and how it plays into their lives every single day. Be inspired in their, and then your own every day courage. Then go transform your life.
In this interview, Ryan Hannon gives us some insights on his work in Homeless Outreach. He also gives us some perspective on the experience of being homeless to give us the courage to show empathy, and help in the right way!
You can follow Ryan's blog at http://www.streetoutreach.systems/
Igniting courage podcast is the place you go for a boost of courage, either to make a huge leap in life, or to just get through the day! Listen to my friends, who are each regular old people (but also unbelievable badasses) share what courage means to them, how they developed it, and how it plays into their lives every single day. Be inspired in their, and then your own every day courage. Then go transform your life.
This is my interview with Sara Apke, a wonderful human who brought her husband and 4 kids with us on a high school building trip to Malawi!
Igniting courage podcast is the place you go for a boost of courage, either to make a huge leap in life, or to just get through the day! Listen to my friends, who are each regular old people (but also unbelievable badasses) share what courage means to them, how they developed it, and how it plays into their lives every single day. Be inspired in their, and then your own every day courage. Then go transform your life.
This episode features Esther Colinetti, and her fabulously courageous journey and energetic perspectives. Don't miss it.
Igniting courage podcast is the place you go for a boost of courage, either to make a huge leap in life, or to just get through the day! Listen to my friends, who are each regular old people (but also unbelievable badasses) share what courage means to them, how they developed it, and how it plays into their lives every single day. Be inspired in their, and then your own every day courage. Then go transform your life.
This is my interview with Becky Keller, mother, corrections officer and goal crusher! Enjoy.
Igniting courage podcast is the place you go for a boost of courage, either to make a huge leap in life, or to just get through the day! Listen to my friends, who are each regular old people (but also unbelievable badasses) share what courage means to them, how they developed it, and how it plays into their lives every single day. Be inspired in their, and then your own every day courage. Then go transform your life.
Episode 23 features an interview with Breeda Miller, an internationally recognized speaker, author and all around great lady!
To find more about Breeda, find her here!
https://breedamiller.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=1164720728
Twitter: @breedamiller .
Instagram: BreedaCaregiverCoffeebreak
Igniting courage podcast is the place you go for a boost of courage, either to make a huge leap in life, or to just get through the day! Listen to my friends, who are each regular old people (but also unbelievable badasses) share what courage means to them, how they developed it, and how it plays into their lives every single day. Be inspired in their, and then your own every day courage. Then go transform your life.
Today I tube fed a cow...and I was terrified, but I was the most qualified in the room to give this little gal a chance, so I did what I could. This is a special edition episode, filmed in the car right after the event.
"Hi! I'm Sydney or @divineontheroad on Instagram. I travel full- time in a converted van with my pup, Ella. My website is a resource for anyone looking to take a major leap in life, live in a van, or even just earn a remote income. You can find it at divineontheroad.com to learn more. Please don't hesitate to reach out if you have questions or aren't sure where to start in whatever journey you're looking to take on."
Igniting courage podcast is the place you go for a boost of courage, either to make a huge leap in life, or to just get through the day! Listen to my friends, who are each regular old people (but also unbelievable badasses) share what courage means to them, how they developed it, and how it plays into their lives every single day. Be inspired in their, and then your own every day courage. Then go transform your life.
Igniting courage podcast is the place you go for a boost of courage, either to make a huge leap in life, or to just get through the day! Listen to my friends, who are each regular old people (but also unbelievable badasses) share what courage means to them, how they developed it, and how it plays into their lives every single day. Be inspired in their, and then your own every day courage. Then go transform your life.
In this episode we chat with Sharon Ferbrache, endurance runner extrordinairre. She's fun, energetic, positive and courageous as hell.
Igniting courage podcast is the place you go for a boost of courage, either to make a huge leap in life, or to just get through the day! Listen to my friends, who are each regular old people (but also unbelievable badasses) share what courage means to them, how they developed it, and how it plays into their lives every single day. Be inspired in their, and then your own every day courage. Then go transform your life.
In this episode I share a story about one day when my inner negativity troll almost hijacked my day, but a glitter farting sunshine elf saved the day.
Igniting courage podcast is the place you go for a boost of courage, either to make a huge leap in life, or to just get through the day! Listen to my friends, who are each regular old people (but also unbelievable badasses) share what courage means to them, how they developed it, and how it plays into their lives every single day. Be inspired in their, and then your own every day courage. Then go transform your life.
In this episode I interview my friend Katie Kniss. We talk about her amazing story of survival, perseverance and forgiveness in the most challenging circumstances.
Igniting courage podcast is the place you go for a boost of courage, either to make a huge leap in life, or to just get through the day! Listen to my friends, who are each regular old people (but also unbelievable badasses) share what courage means to them, how they developed it, and how it plays into their lives every single day. Be inspired in their, and then your own every day courage. Then go transform your life.
In this episode I tell a story about taking on a new challenge, and being bad at it for a long time, but how with the courage to persevere, we got good, and it felt great!
Igniting courage podcast is the place you go for a boost of courage, either to make a huge leap in life, or to just get through the day! Listen to my friends, who are each regular old people (but also unbelievable badasses) share what courage means to them, how they developed it, and how it plays into their lives every single day. Be inspired in their, and then your own every day courage. Then go transform your life.
In Episode 16, I interviewed Dr. Scott Massey about the courage it took to face his 30 year addiction to alcohol, and change his life, for the better!
Igniting courage podcast is the place you go for a boost of courage, either to make a huge leap in life, or to just get through the day! Listen to my friends, who are each regular old people (but also unbelievable badasses) share what courage means to them, how they developed it, and how it plays into their lives every single day. Be inspired in their, and then your own every day courage. Then go transform your life.
In this episode, I talk about an amazing group in Paraguay who literally turned trash into treasure. Can't, into, OH HELL YEAH we can.
Igniting courage podcast is the place you go for a boost of courage, either to make a huge leap in life, or to just get through the day! Listen to my friends, who are each regular old people (but also unbelievable badasses) share what courage means to them, how they developed it, and how it plays into their lives every single day. Be inspired in their, and then your own every day courage. Then go transform your life.
In this episode, I interview 20 year old Dani Schieber about the courage it took to leave her home town and head to college, and the courage she has built since.
Igniting courage podcast is the place you go for a boost of courage, either to make a huge leap in life, or to just get through the day! Listen to my friends, who are each regular old people (but also unbelievable badasses) share what courage means to them, how they developed it, and how it plays into their lives every single day. Be inspired in their, and then your own every day courage. Then go transform your life.
In this episode I tell a story about giving the pilot the benefit of the doubt.
Igniting courage podcast is the place you go for a boost of courage, either to make a huge leap in life, or to just get through the day! Listen to my friends, who are each regular old people (but also unbelievable badasses) share what courage means to them, how they developed it, and how it plays into their lives every single day. Be inspired in their, and then your own every day courage. Then go transform your life.
In this episode, Paul tells us about his amazingly courageous journey through life, not letting anything keep him from the things he wanted to do, leaping when no net was visible, and creating his own authentic life so he can look in the mirror, satisfied that he's living his true self.
Fore more information visit www.paulartale.com
Great video on Paul overcoming fear: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dcwAYMQFyxg
Paul's book: 2 Year Old's Guide to Work-Life Balance on Amazon: https://amzn.to/2CHIAl9
Twitter: @PaulArtale
Linkedin: linkedin.com/in/paulartale
facebook.com/paulartale
Igniting courage podcast is the place you go for a boost of courage, either to make a huge leap in life, or to just get through the day! Listen to my friends, who are each regular old people (but also unbelievable badasses) share what courage means to them, how they developed it, and how it plays into their lives every single day. Be inspired in their, and then your own every day courage. Then go transform your life.
In this episode I tell the story of my friend Jaclyn who trained for an MMA fight, and when the day of the bout came, she had to COMMIT
Igniting courage podcast is the place you go for a boost of courage, either to make a huge leap in life, or to just get through the day! Listen to my friends, who are each regular old people (but also unbelievable badasses) share what courage means to them, how they developed it, and how it plays into their lives every single day. Be inspired in their, and then your own every day courage. Then go transform your life.
In this interview with 19 year veteran of the Chicago FD Pat Malone, we discuss courage, and Pat gives some unexpected answers to what is most scary in his life. Enjoy!
Igniting courage podcast is the place you go for a boost of courage, either to make a huge leap in life, or to just get through the day! Listen to my friends, who are each regular old people (but also unbelievable badasses) share what courage means to them, how they developed it, and how it plays into their lives every single day. Be inspired in their, and then your own every day courage. Then go transform your life.
In this episode I talk about the courage it took to start this podcast, and how it has turned out to be so much more than I never imagined!
Igniting courage podcast is the place you go for a boost of courage, either to make a huge leap in life, or to just get through the day! Listen to my friends, who are each regular old people (but also unbelievable badasses) share what courage means to them, how they developed it, and how it plays into their lives every single day. Be inspired in their, and then your own every day courage. Then go transform your life.
In this episode, Molly talks about going from guarded to vulnerable, and how hope and a chance of perspective can change your life.
Molly's website is www.MollyKennedySpeaks.com
IG & Twitter: @flipyour20_
FB: Flip-Your-20
You can get her Book on Amazon at https://www.amazon.com/Creating-Champion-Within-When-Knocks/dp/1530729262/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1543425655&sr=8-1&keywords=molly+kennedy+book
Igniting courage podcast is the place you go for a boost of courage, either to make a huge leap in life, or to just get through the day! Listen to my friends, who are each regular old people (but also unbelievable badasses) share what courage means to them, how they developed it, and how it plays into their lives every single day. Be inspired in their, and then your own every day courage. Then go transform your life.
In this interview Sam Hall shares his leap to follow his dream, and his 25 year struggle with depression despite his success. You can learn more at www.samuelhalltenor.com or on Facebook or Instagram @samuelhalltenor
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Igniting courage podcast is the place you go for a boost of courage, either to make a huge leap in life, or to just get through the day! Listen to my friends, who are each regular old people (but also unbelievable badasses) share what courage means to them, how they developed it, and how it plays into their lives every single day. Be inspired in their, and then your own every day courage. Then go transform your life.
In this episode, Francois shares his new life with us, and how he channels love in the most scary times.
Anne describes an ill-fated geyser visit, and how quitting was the best decision she could have made.
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Another fabulous interview with fitness guru, owner of Tiny Beast Fitness, and all around awesome chick, Michele Dumoulin.
You can find her here!
Instagram: @medumoulin
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tinybeastfitness
Website: https://medumoulin.wixsite.com/mysite
See how a huge woodworking project in sub-Saharan Africa, and some cheerful singing expeditioners ignited Anne's courage to just start.
www.AnneBonney.com
Blog: https://igniting-courage.com
Igniting courage podcast is the place you go for a boost of courage, either to make a huge leap in life, or to just get through the day! Listen to my friends, who are each regular old people (but also unbelievable badasses) share what courage means to them, how they developed it, and how it plays into their lives every single day. Be inspired in their, and then your own every day courage. Then go transform your life.
Episode 2 is my interview with Award Winning Boudoir Photographer Sarah Brown (www.sarahbrown-photography.com/) and what courage means to her. Fun, energetic, and courageous as hell. You don't want to miss this one.
Igniting courage podcast is the place you go for a boost of courage, either to make a huge leap in life, or to just get through the day! Listen to my friends, who are each regular old people (but also unbelievable badasses) share what courage means to them, how they developed it, and how it plays into their lives every single day. Be inspired in their, and then your own every day courage. Then go transform your life.