Silver Lining Life: Recent Episodes
Danielle Atkisson
Everyone has a story to tell. The Silver Lining Life podcast has real life people + experts sharing their stories of overcoming hardships, struggle and tragedy to live a life they truly love + enjoy.
The trio is back—and this time, it's Cale's turn to weigh in on Silver Elite by Dani Francis! If you haven’t listened to Episode 45 yet, hop over there first for the full breakdown of this dystopian romantasy read.
Then come back here to find out: Is Cale team Jen or team Danielle?
When you finish this episode, we are waiting for you over on Instagram so you can share how wrong we were about so many things and which team you are on.😘😂
Today, our trio is breaking down all things Say You'll Remember Me by Abby Jimenez—and whew, there’s a lot to unpack! We’re talking about the perfection that is Xavier, the emotional weight of caregiving, and the angsty struggles of long-distance relationships. We also compare and contrast to Abby's other incredible reads as well!
As always, it’s a mix of heartfelt insights and chaotic fun because that’s just who we are.
Head over to Instagram to tell us your thoughts! Don’t forget to subscribe to Found Family Book Hive so you never miss a bookish deep dive.
Jen and Danielle are diving into Silver Elite by Dani Francis and wow, do we have a LOT to say about this dystopian romantasy. From the twists and turns to the romance, and rebellion, we’re breaking it all down.
We’re talking what we loved, what we hated, and diving into the buzz around the bestselling author behind the pen name. Plus, we shout out the brilliant Miranda several times, so make sure to check her out on Instagram!
When you finish this episode, we are waiting for you over on Instagram so you can share how wrong we were about so many things.😘😂
Don’t forget to subscribe to Found Family Book Hive so you never miss a bookish deep dive.
Our April Book Club pick was Fear the Flames by Olivia Rose Darling. As we do each month, we have LOTS of feelings on this book. Cale legit brings a list and it's of course entertaining.
From spicy moments to plot twists, we’re breaking it all down with our usual mix of chaos and heart. So enjoy our unfiltered thoughts of this romantasy book!
Grab your copy of Fear the Flames , listen in, and then head over to Instagram to tell us your thoughts! Don’t forget to subscribe to Found Family Book Hive so you never miss a bookish deep dive.
Oh you are in for such a treat as we breakdown "Butcher & Blackbird" by Brynne Weaver!
This book while dark and a bit unhinged is an utter delight and we are here for it!
We thoroughly discuss our love of Rowan, the foods we will no longer be eating as a result of this book and so much more!
Grab your copy of Butcher & Blackbird, listen in, and then head over to Instagram to tell us your thoughts! Don’t forget to subscribe to Found Family Book Hive so you never miss a bookish deep dive.
Also, if you want to be a part of the discussion, be sure to head over to our Fable book club as we dive into our April book!
Get ready, book lovers! You are in for a treat as we dive into Beg, Borrow, or Steal by Sarah Adams on this episode of Found Family Book Hive!
We’re breaking down everything we loved about this enemies-to-lovers romance, from the heartwarming character dynamics to the swoon-worthy moments that had us hooked.
In this episode, we discuss:
- The greatness that is Emily—the strong, nurturing protagonist struggling with feeling left behind as her siblings move on
- Why we all swooned over Jack—his whimsical tattoos, quirky fashion, and kind heart made us melt
- The shenanigans, tension, and chemistry that made this enemies-to-lovers romance so fun to read
- Our favorite moments, character growth, and all the emotions this book brought out
If you love sweet, heartfelt romances with humor, depth, and plenty of banter, this episode is for you!
Grab your copy of Beg, Borrow, or Steal, listen in, and then head over to Instagram to tell us your thoughts! Don’t forget to subscribe to Found Family Book Hive so you never miss a bookish deep dive.
Also, if you want to be a part of the discussion, be sure to head over to our Fable book club as we dive into our March book!
On today’s episode of Found Family Book Hive, we’re diving deep into one of our favorite topics—book boyfriends! We’re breaking down what makes a great book couple, the key differences between romantasy and rom-com relationships, and why we love them both.
In this episode, we discuss:
- Our favorite book boyfriends and why they have our hearts
- What makes a great book couple in both romantasy and rom-coms
- So many amazing book recommendations—get your Goodreads ready!
Whether you’re team brooding fantasy warrior or charming rom-com sweetheart, this episode is packed with bookish love and fun debates.
After you listen, hop over to Instagram and tell us who your favorite book boyfriend is! Let’s talk all things romance and swoon-worthy reads.
Don’t forget to subscribe to Found Family Book Hive so you never miss an episode!
It’s Cale’s birthday month, and what better way to celebrate than with a Romantasy filled with magic, gods, epic shenanigans, and thrilling adventure? This month, we dove into A Fate Inked in Blood by Danielle L. Jensen— a book that perfectly matched our vibes guy’s taste!
In this episode, we’re breaking down everything about the book. From unforgettable characters to jaw-dropping twists, we’re sharing our thoughts on the heroes, the villains, and those we will decide in book 2 which category they are in.
Don’t forget to subscribe to Found Family Book Hive and share this episode with your fellow fantasy and romance lovers. Let’s talk all things Romantasy!
Then hop over to Instagram and share what you thought of this book when you read it!
In this bonus episode, we’re diving deep into Metal Slinger by Rachel Schneider! Join us as we unpack Brynn’s incredible journey, gush over the unforgettable characters (hello, Messer!), and discuss the mind-blowing twist that left us speechless. Plus, we’ll share why we’re absolutely thrilled about the upcoming duology and what we hope to see next!
What you’ll hear in this episode:
- A closer look at Brynn’s epic journey
- Our favorite moments and favorite characters
- The shocking twist that completely took us by surprise
- And of course all the theories
If you’re craving even more Metal Slinger content, don’t miss Episode 38, where we had the privilege of interviewing Rachel Schneider herself!
Be sure to subscribe and share this episode with your fellow book lovers who can’t get enough of Rachel Schneider’s world. Let’s celebrate all things Metal Slinger together!
And of course find us on instagram so we can chat all things books with you too and your thoughts on Metal Slinger!
Oh friends, buckle up because our latest obsession is "Metal Slinger" by Rachel Schneider, and we were beyond thrilled to chat with Rachel herself in this week’s episode!
Here’s what you can expect:
- Insight into Rachel’s unique writing style and how she brings her characters to life.
- A deep dive into how she nurtures her creativity and keeps the ideas flowing.
- The genius behind rewarding herself with reading (relatable, right?).
- Exciting tidbits about what’s next in Rachel’s writing journey that you won’t want to miss!
This is a spoiler-free episode, so if you haven’t finished Metal Slinger yet, you’re safe here! But fair warning—Rachel’s behind-the-scenes reveals will have you itching to turn those pages faster.
And don’t forget to connect with Rachel on Instagram to keep up with all her upcoming exciting news!
And of course find us on instagram so we can chat all things books with you too and your thoughts on Metal Slinger!
In this week's episode, our trio dives into all things Faking Christmas by Cindy Steel—a festive rom-com that has us swooning! 🎄
From fake dating and family shenanigans to holiday bingo and cozy Vermont cabin vibes, we’re breaking down every delightful detail. Plus, we share how much we absolutely adore Miles and Olive, and why Cindy Steel is a master at creating such real, relatable characters and scenarios.
If you’re looking for the perfect holiday read, this one is it. Tune in for all our thoughts, laughs, and theories about this festive favorite!
Want more Cindy?
Episode 11 - Book Club breakdown of "The One With The Kiss Cam"
Episode 12 - Our first interview with Cindy
Episode 34 - Cindy Steel Returns
Connect with Cindy on Instagram and her website!
If you’re loving the podcast, don’t forget to:
- Hit follow to stay in the loop on future episodes!
- Leave us a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review—it makes a HUGE difference.
- Share the show with your fellow book lovers—because friends don’t let friends miss out on good books!
- And of course find us on instagram so we can chat all things books with you too!
Get ready for a festive literary treat as author Cindy Steel joins us on the podcast! In this episode, we dive into her newest release, "Rebel Summer", and the Special Edition of "Faking Christmas", just in time for the holidays.
We chat about:
- The charm of green flag book boyfriends.
- Cindy’s unique writing process, including collaborating with other authors for series.
- Why her stories are definitely not like Hallmark movies!
Whether you're a long-time Cindy Steel fan or just discovering her works, this episode will inspire, entertain, and give you a glimpse into the life of a celebrated author.
Tune in to discover why Cindy’s stories stand out and leave us wanting more. Don’t forget to check out Rebel Summer and the Special Edition of Faking Christmas for the perfect holiday reads!
Want more Cindy?
Episode 11 - Book Club breakdown of "The One With The Kiss Cam"
Episode 12 - Our first interview with Cindy
Episode 34 - December 2024 - Book Club discussion of "Faking Christmas"
Connect with Cindy on Instagram and her website!
If you’re loving the podcast, don’t forget to:
- Hit follow to stay in the loop on future episodes!
- Leave us a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review—it makes a HUGE difference.
- Share the show with your fellow book lovers—because friends don’t let friends miss out on good books!
- And of course find us on instagram so we can chat all things books with you too!
To conclude our Found Family Book Hive ❤️s All Things Penn Cole month, we’re diving deep into the most exciting part: the theories!
During our discussion of Heat of the Everflame, we realized we had so many theories that they deserved their own spotlight. This special minisode is all about sharing our wildest predictions, hidden clues, and plot twists we think might come next.
Tune in to hear our takes and then head over to Instagram to let us know how accurate (or totally off the mark) you think we are!
New to the Hive?
Catch up on our journey through this spellbinding series and don’t miss our exclusive author interview:
- Spark of the Everflame – Episode 21
- Glow of the Everflame – Episode 24
- Penn Cole Interview – Episode 31
- Heat of the Everflame – Episode 32
Connect with Us!
We can’t wait to hear your feedback and see your own theories – share your thoughts and join the conversation on Instagram!
Support the Hive!
Enjoyed this minisode? Make sure to follow the show, leave us a 5-star review, and share it with your book-loving friends. Your support helps keep our hive buzzing and growing!
Oh Found Family, you’re in for a treat! 🐝✨
In this episode, we’re joined by the incredible Lindsay Lambert Blythe, and we’re diving deep into all things books!
From her goals-worthy journey as a reader to a lively chat about tropes, covers, and yes, even blue aliens, this conversation is not to be missed!
What’s Inside:
- Lindsay’s bookish origin story—get ready to swoon over her reader journey!
- A discussion on judging books by their covers (we all do it, right?)
- The magic of book tropes and why we love them
- Blue aliens and why they’ve taken the book world by storm
- Lindsay’s favorite reads—you’ll want to add ALL of them to your TBR!
Don’t miss a special cameo from Lindsay’s sweet dog, Ruffles! 🐾 He charmed us during the recording, and we wish you could see how cute he is!
Join the Fun:
- Check out Lindsay’s Book Club on Facebook for even more bookish fun!
- Follow Ruffles’ adorable adventures on instagram (you know you want to).
- Head to Instagram and let us know which book Lindsay recommended that you’re adding to your TBR!
If you’re loving the podcast, don’t forget to:
- Hit follow to stay in the loop on future episodes!
- Leave us a ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ review—it makes a HUGE difference.
- Share the show with your fellow book lovers—because friends don’t let friends miss out on good books!
- And of course find us on instagram so we can chat all things books with you too!
This month, we’re diving into BK Borison’s "Business Casual", a standalone romance in the Lovelight Farms world! 📚✨
Nova Porter is a driven tattoo artist working toward her dream of opening her own tattoo parlor in her cozy hometown. Charlie Milford is temporarily running his sister's Christmas tree farm while she enjoys her honeymoon. Cue the shenanigans! This heartwarming story features:
- A friends-to-lovers romance
- A charming small-town setting
- Personal growth and relatable challenges
- Endearing supporting characters
It’s the perfect book to curl up with this season!
We’d love to hear your thoughts! Did you agree with our take on Business Casual? Let us know over on Instagram—tag us in your posts or DM us your favorite moments from the book!
If you’re enjoying the podcast, don’t forget to:
- Hit follow so you don’t miss an episode!
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- Share the show with your bookish besties—because the more, the merrier!
Stay tuned for more bookish shenanigans, and happy reading!
The Found Family Book Hive is back with an exciting bonus episode, diving into Heat of the Everflame by the talented Penn Cole, part of The Kindred’s Curse Saga!
In this episode, we explore everything from the intriguing Guardians and complex parental trauma to the rulers who stole our hearts and those who made us want to toss our books across the room. Plus, our admiration for Luther? It’s as strong as ever. Join us for this deep dive and so much more!
New to the Hive?
Catch up on our journey through this spellbinding series and don’t miss our exclusive author interview:
- Spark of the Everflame – Episode 21
- Glow of the Everflame – Episode 24
- Penn Cole Interview – Episode 31
We’re thrilled to share this episode with you! Tell us your favorite moments and join the discussion on Instagram.
Support the Hive!
If you loved this episode, be sure to follow the show, leave a 5-star review, and share it with your fellow book enthusiasts. Your support means everything and helps our community grow stronger!
We're buzzing with excitement because today is a BIG day for the Found Family Book Hive! Join us for an exclusive interview with the incredible Penn Cole, the mastermind behind the series Kindred 's Curse Saga!
In this episode, Penn dives into her writing journey, insights into the beloved characters (and those we love to hate), her mission for inclusivity, and so much more. If you’re a fan of heartfelt stories that celebrate diversity and character-driven plots, this chat is a must-listen!
New to the podcast? Don’t miss our discussions of Penn Cole’s captivating series:
- Spark of the Everflame – Episode 21
- Glow of the Everflame – Episode 24
- Heat of the Everflame – coming soon!
Connect with Penn Cole:
- Visit her website
- Follow her on Instagram
We can’t wait for you to hear this episode! Share your thoughts with us on Instagram and let us know your favorite moments.
Support the Hive!
Enjoyed the episode? Don’t forget to follow the show, rate us 5 stars, and share it with your book-loving friends. Your support helps our community grow and spread the love for all things bookish!
Tune in now and become part of our ever-growing hive!
🎉 HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO OUR FOUND FAMILY BOOK HIVE! 🎉
Thanks so much for listening, sharing, and being part of this amazing first year with us! Now, let’s dive into this month’s book, "The Undermining of Twyla and Frank" by Megan Bannen. Though it reads well as a standalone, this fun, dragon-filled adventure is actually the sequel to The Undertaking of Hart and Mercy, our very first book club pick! (Catch up on Episode 2 if you missed it!)
Join us as we follow Tanrian Marshals Twyla and Frank, best friends on the brink of retirement, as they stumble upon a case with glitter-excreting dragons, a mysterious dead body, three acts of violence, and a 4th of July. We’ve got all the opinions on this one and can’t wait to hear yours too!
Tune in to the episode and don’t forget to share your thoughts on Instagram! We’re eager to hear whether you loved this book as much as we did!
Don’t forget to follow the show, and if you’re feeling extra sunshiney, we’d love for you to give us a 5-star review and share it with your book besties! Your support means the world and helps our hive grow!
Today's episode we are talking all things slow burn! Professor Jen is back educating us on all things will they won't they. This is clearly a favorite as we have lots of great recommendations so have your goodreads ready to add to your list!
Of course, after you listen, you should hop over to instagram and let us know your favorite slow burn books!
Get ready for some big feelings on this breakdown of "The Dead Romantics" by Ashley Poston!
FMC Florence is a ghostwriter who sees ghosts. After a tragic accident, her editor, Benji, becomes a ghost. Together, the pair work through the loss of Florence's dad and the lessons and regrets Benji has from his short lived life.
While the concept of this book is a little out there, the book besties are all glad they took the leap of faith with this one. It is a beautiful, hilarious, heartbreaking and heartwarming read.
Tune in to the episode and don’t forget to share your thoughts on Instagram! We’re eager to hear whether you loved this book as much as we did!
Today's episode we are leaving the sunshine behind and discussing 3 of the tropes that make us want to throw our books:
- Miscommunication
- Accidental Pregnancy
- Love Triangles
Don't worry, we still give some great recommendations for each one!
So listen and report to us on Instagram how you feel about these tropes!
The Sunshine, Grump, and Vibes are digging into "Happily Never After" by Lynn Painter, and it's such a fun book and subsequently, a fun episode!
"Happily Never After" follows Sophie, a bride who catches her fiancee cheating. Thankfully, her bestie hires an Objector to object at the wedding. Max, the objector, then brings Sophie in on his business and the begin objecting weddings together. This leads to lots of shenanigans, fake dating, and two people growing and improving together. Cute, right?
Tune in to the episode and don’t forget to share your thoughts on Instagram! We’re eager to hear whether you loved this book as much as we did!
In this episode, the trio is thrilled to welcome Jessica Taylor to dive deep into the world of books! Jessica takes us on a journey through her personal reading evolution—from the stories that captivated her as a child to the novels she devours as an adult.
But this isn’t your typical academic reading list! Jessica brings a fresh perspective with her non-professional recommendations, especially for those who have a soft spot for romantasy. Get your Goodreads ready—Jessica’s sharing a treasure trove of book suggestions that will keep you turning pages all year long!
We loved "Spark of the Everflame" so much (episode 21 from June's Book Club Read) that we had to continue the series.
Welcome to this month’s Bonus Episode! We’re diving even deeper into the series with the second book "Glow of the Everflame" by Penn Cole. Join us as we explore the slow burn romance, found family dynamics, potential hidden easter eggs, and characters we loved (and loved to hate)!
Tune in to the episode and don’t forget to share your thoughts on Instagram!
In this episode, Sunshine (Danielle), Vibes (Cale), and Grump (Jen) dive into “The Veiled Kingdom" by Holly Renee. We had some BIG thoughts on this one, and miraculously, we were in agreement.
Veiled follows Nyra, the lost princess, and Dacre, the rebellion leader’s son. Heavy on tropes like Enemies to Lovers, Forbidden Romance, and Secret Identity, can Nyra and Dare make a relationship work? And maybe more importantly, should they?
Tune in to the episode and don’t forget to share your thoughts on Instagram! We’re eager to hear if your experience with the book aligns with ours.
Content Warning: This episode discusses themes of abuse, including sexual (instances of r*pe and grooming) and physical abuse. Please take care while listening, and if you need to skip this episode, we completely understand.
In this lesson in Trope 101 we are learning all about Found Family, which is a fan favorite of our trio. Professor Jen, as always, breaks down this beloved trope and then get your pen and paper ready to take down ALL the great recommendations! Be sure to head to Instagram to let us know what found families are your favorites!
June's book club book discussion really lives up to it's name! The Books & Brands trio get into quite a few heated discussions during this chat!
"Spark of the Everflame" by Penn Cole, has everything! Mystery, fantasy, a dash of romance and of course great banter. This episode dives into all of this and so much more!
We'd love to hear your thoughts on this book! Share your insights and reactions on instagram!
Also, if you haven't downloaded your B&B Bingo card make sure to do that now!
School is back in session as we are learning all things Arranged Marriage!
Get your Goodreads ready so you can add all of the great recommendations from Jen!
Also, we chat about our Summer Reading Program - Bingo! And you can download yours here!
Be sure to find us on instagram and let us know your favorite Arranged Marriage book!
Our latest read has sparked quite the debate among our members, with opinions divided on nearly every aspect.
The Rule Book by Sarah Adams, follows the story of Nora and Derek, college sweethearts who parted ways after graduation. Fate intervenes, reuniting them in adulthood. Shenanigans ensue when they find themselves drunkenly married in Vegas, leading them to stay together to protect Nora's reputation and career.
We'd love to hear your thoughts on this book! Share your insights and reactions on instagram!
Welcome back to another installment of our Trope 101 series, where we delve into the intricate dynamics of storytelling tropes. Today, we're shining a spotlight on the timeless classic: Marriage of Convenience.
In this episode, we'll dissect the nuances of this beloved trope, examining its enduring appeal in fiction. We also be draw comparisons to its close trope friend, Fake Dating, explored in our previous episode (Episode 15), so if you haven't tuned in yet, now's the perfect time to catch up!
As always, we love hearing from our listeners, so don't forget to connect with us on Instagram. Whether you're personally entangled in a Marriage of Convenience or know someone who is, share your stories with us!
Heidi Card joins us this week to talk about her journey to reading as an adult! Get your goodreads ready to add to your TBR list because she has some GREAT recommendations.
Heidi talks about how she is more of an audiobook reader than physical copies, how community it built around reading and her various book clubs she has been in over the years.
Enjoy this fun listen and be sure to report to us on instagram what your preference is for reading books - audio, ebook or physical copy?
Oh friends. This is a fun episode!
Join Cale, Jen and Danielle as they dive into Bride by Ali Hazelwood! A romantasy and mystery novel.
Misery, a vampire is forced to marry Lowe a werewolf to keep the peace between the 2 species. There are lots of twists and turns, great supporting characters, a few mysteries that need solved by the end and as always shenanigans.
The group chats so much on the various characters, the inner species relationships, and finding a sense of belonging.
Join us for a pun filled book club! And be sure to hop over to instagram to let us know your thoughts on the book!
Also, if you enjoyed this episode do not forget to subscribe to the podcast AND if you are feeling super generous leave us a 5 star review (none of those 4.8 start shenanigans that Jen believes in ;))
On this episode we talk all things Fake Dating! Some great back and forth on if we like or hate this trope, if we think this is actually a real life trope and TONS of great books to add to your list!
A psychological thriller, with LOTS of twists and turns leads to LOTS of BIG feelings on this episode of Books and Brands.
The Silent Patient by Alex Michaelides is about a woman accused of murdering her husband and the unraveling from her psychiatrist many years later.
Cale and Danielle have lots of feelings on this book and can't wait to hear yours! Be sure to head over to instagram to join in the conversation!
On this episode Professer Jen is back educating on her FAVORITE trope - Enemies to Lovers. All things banter, slow burn and so much snark!
So enjoy the list of GREAT Enemies to Lovers books some delightful tangents and walk away with some new additions to your TBR list!
Oh. This. Episode.
We are chatting with author, Cindy Steel and goodness is it a fun one!
Cindy is the author of 6 rom coms and she shares all about her process, indie publishing and how she puts such importance on creating well rounded characters.
We talk about open and closed door romance along with of course her favorite trope.
We absolutely fell in love with Cindy and we think you will too! Be sure to follow along with her on Instagram and Facebook.
This book club episode is pure sunshine! Chatting about "The One With The Kiss Cam" by Cindy Steel was an utter delight.
The group chats about power dynamics, the greatness of grandparents, boundaries and of course bucket lists. Be sure to share your thoughts on the episode with us on Instagram.com/booksandbrandspodcast
This episode will have you laughing from start to finish or at least we hope it will!
We cover more on what tropes are, specifically the ins and outs of second chance rom coms along with the pitfalls that this might not be the favorite.
Lots of great examples given from some fave authors of the group - Penny Reid and Emily Henry.
Be sure to find us @booksandbrandspodcast and tell us what your fave 2nd Chance Rom Com read is!
This episode is so fun because we have special guest George joining us as we talk all things Rosie and The Falcon Queen by Geri Halliwell-Horner.
This book is full of mystery, resiliency, fun animals and LOTS of adventures. There is a lot of discussion around the actions of the adults in the book along with fears and what our rules would be if we were Rosie.
Be sure to let us know what you thought of this empowering read!
Oooo are you in for a treat! Join Cale and Danielle as they welcome the Soulful Life Coach, Georgie Durcan!
Embrace guilt-free "book time," explore favorite authors, and navigate the balance between seriousness and joy.
This is a fun conversation that hits on nostalgic '90s girl groups, Irish storytelling, and of course a great list of books that Georgie loves and always recommends to her clients.
You can connect with Georgie:
instagram.com/georgiedurcan
thesoulfullifecoach.ie
☀️😠 Dive into the ultimate Sunshine vs. Grumpy showdown on our latest episode! Professor Jen takes the lead, unraveling just what is a trope and with a spotlight on the Sunshiney Grumpy dynamic.
Join the discussion on preferences, catch stellar book recommendations that host the (think Katherine Center, Ali Hazelwood, and more!), and brace yourself for a February spoiler.
Hope over to instagram.com/thesilverliningdesignandshop to share your thoughts!
Whew the December Book Club has LOTS of opinions! Join us as we chat all things ‘In a Holidaze’ by Christina Lauren.
Haven’t read it yet? Here is a brief synopsis:
Maelyn Jones wants a happy Christmas, but life's a mess. A plea to the universe, a crash, and just like that she's stuck in a time loop, reliving her favorite time of year over and over…
Join us as we talk all about holiday traditions, being present and of course dive deep into these characters.
Join us as we dive into our November Book Club read, A Good Girl's Guide to Murder by Holly Jackson!
The book revolves around Pip's high school senior project. Pip takes on an advanced challenge, aiming to solve a potential murder involving 2 high school students, Annie + Sal. Partnering with Sal's brother Ravi, they delve into the investigation while Pip records her journey in her high school journal.
We discuss the book's twists, character preferences, and the intricate plot, while exploring both the engaging and clichéd aspects. The last-minute revelations and character complexities left us intrigued, leading to a mix of positive and critical reflections.
In this podcast episode, Kara Bligh, a branding client of the Silver Lining Design, discusses the process of creating new branding for her business. The episode explores ideal clients, the desired client experience, and the benefits of breathwork.
Kara unveils her selected logo, sharing insights into the creative process. The conversation transitions to book talk, covering Kara's recent reads and favorite book along with judging or not judging books by their covers!
Be sure to connect with Kara:
https://www.instagram.com/karabligh/
And if you are wanting more Kara (which I know you are!) Check out these old episodes from the Silver Lining Life Podcast:
https://open.spotify.com/episode/39cang4mQkn38mZGmL5Kjq?si=51f57618f1394b2b
https://open.spotify.com/episode/0BbotP2JqlN9ZuDCDznhfK?si=6221a3108a944b4f
In this podcast episode, we delve into the world of indie bookstores and reading preferences with Jamie Degler, owner of Turn the Page, a charming bookstore in Westfield, IN.
Key highlights include:
- The cozy ambiance of Turn the Page and the never-ending TBR (To Be Read) pile that booksellers grapple with.
- Bookstore employees' strategies for recommending books, even if they differ from their personal preferences.
- Discussion of favorite authors, such as Christina Lauren, Emily Henry, and Katherine Center.
- Challenges faced by indie bookstores, including building a loyal following and competing with larger retailers, like Amazon.
- The significance of supporting local indie bookstores and how authors can boost their sales by acknowledging them.
- Building a book community through book clubs and engaging events at the bookstore.
This episode encourages listeners to explore diverse book tastes, support local businesses, and engage with their local book communities.
To connect with Turn The Page:
https://www.instagram.com/turnthepagewestfield/
https://turnthepagewestfield.com/
https://bookshop.org/shop/ttpwestfield
Don't forget their book clubs if you are local:
3rd Tuesday of the month, 7pm
2nd Wednesday of the month, 7pm
Welcome to another exciting episode of the Books and Brands Book Club! In this episode, we dive deep into the pages of 'The Undertaking of Hart and Mercy' by Megan Bannen. Join Cale, Jen and Danielle as we dissect the characters, plot, and underlying themes of this captivating fantasy novel.
The story revolves around the unexpected love story between Hart and Mercy, two initially adversarial characters who begin writing to each other without realizing it.
We chat on the characters, their growth, and the popular enemies-to-lovers trope found in romantic and fantasy literature. We also dig into themes of finding one's true calling and letting go of unnecessary guilt.
The hosts recommend 'Hart and Mercy' as an enjoyable read, leaving you eager to explore more of the world created by Megan Bannen.
If you're a fan of book clubs, fantasy books, or just love engaging book discussions, this episode is a must-listen!
In the inaugural episode of the "Books + Brands" podcast, your hosts Danielle, Cale, and Jen invite you to join them on a delightful journey through the world of books and storytelling. They set the stage by sharing their personal preferences when it comes to reading, from romantic comedies to historical thrillers, offering a glimpse into their unique tastes.
This unscripted and candid discussion reveals the essence of what to expect in future episodes: engaging interviews with bookstore owners, librarians, authors, and Silver Lining Design clients. The primary goal of the "Books + Brands" podcast is to leave you feeling uplifted, joyful, and ready for your next literary adventure.
With book recommendations, heartwarming stories, and good-natured banter, this episode offers a lighthearted and enjoyable introduction to what's in store for the "Books + Brands" community. Whether you're an avid bookworm or just someone seeking a joyful escape from the daily grind, this podcast is sure to bring a smile to your face.
Tune in, relax, and let the magic of storytelling and branding unfold on the "Books + Brands" podcast.
Kara shares her story about her nephew Alec. Alec is her 16-year-old nephew who died by suicide. Kara shares the lessons she and her family have gained in the aftermath of this death. We talk about the stigma around mental health and how we can change the conversation around both mental illness + suicide. This is a heavy conversation but an important conversation. To connect further with Kara you can find her at: instagram.com/karabligh Also, she talks about the efforts her family has taken to help others. This included the below video and Clearly Better Days and you can find that here: https://vimeo.com/454377905 www.clearlybetterdays.com Lastly, to learn more + find needed resources: https://www.nami.org/
Emily shares about how she started meditating and learning more about her intuition that helped her to open her business. We talk about following those little glimmers and taking action based on those intuitive hits. Emily shares how she has built her business on meditation and helping business owners strengthen their intuition and the importance of going within for the answers to our questions and problems. A HUGE takeaway for me: When in a bad place it gives us permission to spiral further down and say and do things we wouldn't usually do. Which is why we need to shift from a bad place to a more positive mindset. Connect with Emily at: http://www.facebook.com/emilyaaronsholistic
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Chris shares how he had a normal childhood with nothing horrific happening but everything kept compounding. He had a soccer injury, followed by surgery and just the ups and downs of life that led to him going to a dark place once he went to college. We talk about what finally led him to get help, what he does now to stay in a good place and how he helps others with this now. Chris shares about how it isn’t living if we are internalizing our feelings and the importance of not defining yourself by our talents and skills. We chat about social media and how it is hard for both teenagers and adults and SO much more. To connect with Chris: https://www.instagram.com/chris.anderson8/ https://www.facebook.com/pencilleadership/ Learn more about Danielle Atkisson and The Silver Lining Life: Website Facebook
Denise Schroder shares her journey of delayed blessings. She shares her story of wanting to be a realtor and her then husband squashed those dreams. She talks about falling in love with the fedex guy in her office but they did not start dating for 5 years. She talks about the challenges of combining their families, starting their own business and ultimately realizing her dream of becoming a relator. She shares how they created a business together that has morphed over time and has become incredibly successful. We cover following the little glimmers that comes in, that we all have a gift to give and can all make an impact. There is so much greatness in this episode!
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Aaron shares the heartwrenching story about how his wife, Megan, went from being a healthy, vibrant woman to almost dying from the flu. Aaron shares the past year and the journey as his wife was on life support, in a drug-induced coma for 10 days and the road back. We talk about simple prayers, the importance of self-care which includes receiving help, parenting during trauma and so much more. We chat about the importance of men receiving help and also expressing their emotions. There are SO many incredible nuggets in this episode, I think it will be a favorite episode! You can connect with Aaron at: https://www.instagram.com/coachaaronschiller/ museandthecatalyst.com Learn more about Danielle Atkisson and The Silver Lining Life: Website Facebook
Lindsay shares how she grew up with a mother with mental illness and how that has affected so many different facets of her life. She discusses the lack of trust she had in women because of that and how as an adult she has had to learn a different way of living. We chat about her podcast Neurotic Nourishment and the conscious uncoupling with her podcast partner and the lessons associated with that. We hit several different topics from happiness to teenage suicide to motherhood and pretty much everything in between.
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Jo shares how she felt like she wanted to have an adventure and left Ottawa, Canada and took off to see the world. Jo shares how she would take on work in foreign countries so she would have the opportunity to immerse herself in the culture of the countries she was visiting. She chats about how she has now planted roots in Spain but has found ways to still stretch her wings like taking a 5 month trip across Europe. We chat the fear about leaving her home and seeing the world but how she took “small” steps to slowly go further out, how she now helps others on their journeys and also how to manage expectations.
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Alison Jane Ryan shares how she went from being a world traveler that was never wanting to have kids to finally deciding she was ready. Alison talks about her journey of home births and wanting to do EVERYTHING the right way. We talk about the challenges that come from being a new mama from resentment, overwhelm and the “something doesn’t feel right” feelings. We cover alternatives she did to help with Postpartum Depression and then the final straw that led to her getting the medication she needed. The huge takeaways in this is that there is help out there. That if you are needing help, you must take radical personal responsibility because ultimately, you are the only one who can make these changes! You can connect with Allison at: https://www.instagram.com/iamalisonryan/
https://www.facebook.com/alison.j.ryan.1
Cale Henry is lovingly referred to as the prince of Christmas, so naturally, it just made sense to have him share fun facts, memories and the best of the holiday season on this episode. We chat about how he keeps the magic of Christmas alive, his favorite activities during the holiday season and how to get in the Christmas spirit if you are having trouble finding it. We chat about the worst and best of Christmas music and movies. This is such a fun episode that had me smiling from ear to ear!
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Emilie Clark shares how she had everything...perfect job, house, the guy and everything yet she wasn’t happy, and crumbling under anxiety. She talks about her process of diving deep into why she was having anxiety and the journey through therapy, books and ultimately a huge ah-ha that helped her immensely. Emilie explains how she embraced her anxiety which changed everything! We cover how she now helps women through their anxiety through her why why why process to get to the root of anxiety. We also talk about how we sometimes need to grant ourselves permission to rest, relax or take time for ourselves. We talk about motherhood, how we are doing our best and so much more!
Things we covered on the episode:
FREE Axe Your Anxiety Bootcamp: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1361011860666279/
Love Your Anxiety Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/love-your-anxiety-podcast/id1437335986
Anxiety Academy: https://www.emilieclarke.com/anxiety-academy
Amanda McCusker is the storyteller this week and she shares how her love of writing and journalism has helped her not only to create a clear path for her career but also to help her to deal with anxiety. Amanda shares how she had to learn to prioritize herself and create space for what she needs. We talk about why she created her own publishing company and how she is different than a traditional publisher. Lastly, we chat about her new book and how she was inspired to write it. You can connect with Amanda at:
www.balancingtreepress.com Email: amanda@balancingtreepress.com Facebook: facebook.com/balancingtreepress Instagram: instagram.com/balancingtreepress Learn more about Danielle Atkisson and The Silver Lining Life: Website Facebook
Jen Johannsen shares her story of how meditation has changed her world. We talk about the science behind meditation and the real-life examples that have made a huge change in her life. Jen shares how she meets her clients, and even her own kids, where they are with meditation...so much so, she's created a quiz for what kind of medication is your best match.
Tools Jen shared on the episode: Kid meditation https://www.susankaisergreenland.com/listen-1/2017/5/1/rocking-stuffed-animals
Free meditations
https://insighttimer.com/
You can find Jen at:
JenJohannsen.com
https://www.facebook.com/jenjohannsenmeditates/
https://instagram.com/jenjohannsen
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Georgina Duncan is back again and this time sharing her motherhood story. As an intuitive therapist, it was refreshing to hear that she has the same worries and fears that we all do. She shares how she processes through those feelings, how she starts her day which allows her to cope better with the ups and downs of motherhood and how much easier life is when we are ready with the tools to cope. She shared that her goal is connection over perfection and that felt like the most perfect place for us to be as parents. This is a very real and honest conversation about how no one is perfect and that I feel it will be just what you need to hear.
US conversion for the master class: $50.24
You can connect with Georgina at: Facebook.com/georginadurcan Instagram.com/georginadurcan And to sign up for her motherhood masterclass at: GeorginaDurcan.com/soulstice-mama-masterclass We also referenced the silver lining mamas group and if you aren’t a part of it, it’s a great place to connect with amazing women who are real, honest and supportive. Facebook.com/groups/thesilverliningmamas Learn more about Danielle Atkisson and The Silver Lining Life: Website Facebook
Betsy and Laura are the ladies behind the Luscious Hustle. They met through a DM on Instagram and they share how their friendship turned into a podcast, a 6+ figure business and an incredible life they have built together! Their story is so inspiring and fun. We chat about how they run their business in 2 different countries, relying on each other, following small whispers that lead to big impact in your life and how taking inspired action is key. You can connect with Luscious Hustle at: Instagram.com/luscious.hustle luscioushustle.com Learn more about Danielle Atkisson and The Silver Lining Life: Website Facebook
Marshall Atkisson is definitely in my top 2 guests, and I think you will fall instantly in love with him. Please note: I'm incredibly biased as I am his mama. He shares the triumphs and hardships of 1st grade, gives incredible advice and I think will leave you hopeful for the young generation of kiddos growing up! He references Gaga ball and if you aren't familiar here is what it's all about: https://www.gagacenter.com/nyc/about/what-is-gaga/ Learn more about Danielle Atkisson and The Silver Lining Life: Website Facebook
Carmen Payne she's her breast cancer journey. She talks about the process from finding the lump to chemo, losing her hair, multiple surgeries, and radiation. She shares the blessings from cancer like bringing her closer to her husband, learning to accept help and facing fear. We talk about staying positive and how we truly never know what someone's story is. Carmen somehow makes this conversation about cancer uplifting and funny which quite frankly is a lesson all in itself!
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Sherold Barr was on vacation in Mexico and was in a horrific accident. She shares her work to get back her strength, to re-evaluate what was important and rebuilding her business in a way that worked better for her! We talk resiliency, fear and the steps to combat these issues. Sherold shares how she started her business at a time when people start slowing down and we talk about age and 2nd and 3rd iterations of ourselves. If you want to connect with Sherold you can find her at: https://sheroldbarr.com/ https://www.facebook.com/sheroldbarrinc/ https://instagram.com/sheroldbarr Reach for More: Double your confidence, slay your insecurities and make more money than you ever thought possible https://www.amazon.com/dp/1093522054/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_krlGDb6STS17N Resources we chatted about: https://thework.com/?s=the+helpline Learn more about Danielle Atkisson and The Silver Lining Life: Website Facebook
Courtney Taylor shares how she left her retail management position to pursue her passion with Young Living Essential Oils. Courtney shares the process of how she planned ahead, dreamed of what life could be with more freedom and how she ultimately left her 9-5. She just hit her 1-year mark and has lived such a full life traveling and being present with her family. We talk about the process of dreaming and how powerful positive affirmations are and SO much more! You can connect with Courtney: Email: courtneyleataylor@gmail facebook.com/courtneytaylor instagram.com/courtneyleataylor Learn more about Danielle Atkisson and The Silver Lining Life: Website Facebook
This week's episode is a little different than normal and will be used as a follow up to the social media series that we wrapped up last week. Link below if you want to go through the whole series! I do a quick training on social media content and how to connect with your tribe! We specifically hit on establishing your main content buckets and how to break that down. Remember to connect you need to share your life, who YOU are and how you can help your clients/customers. One other tip I forgot to mention if you are still at a loss, ask your friends what are 3 activities or things that you like. Sometimes our friends and family are our best mirrors! Links mentioned: Sign up and more information on The Hive thesilverliningdesign.com/thehive Free 4 day social media series: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thesilverliningsocialmediaseries Questions for me: DM me on Instagram and Facebook @thesilverlininglifeway
Georgina Durcan, intuitive therapist, is the storyteller this week and GOODNESS is this full of great information. Since Georgina has a podcast where she has told her story so beautifully, I asked her if we could just dive right in! We talk about sharing our gifts with the world, growing our intuition, working through fear and the cycles of life. Have your notebook ready, you are going to be blown away by everything she shares!
You can connect with Georgina at:
Facebook: facebook.com/georginadurcan
Instagram: Instagram.com/GeorginaDurcan
Website (where you can find her awesome podcast as well): GeorginaDurcan.com
We also chat about a safe place for women to share and support others: Facebook.com/groups/thesilverliningmamas
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On the list of worst fears for a lot of people is a house fire. Kevin and Melissa share how it happened, how their community rallied around them and the ups and major downs of the rebuilding process. They share what to look for in the process, how insurance works and how it’s incredibly important to be your biggest advocate. We talk about what is actually helpful for people in a house fire and even what to say to those people facing such loss. The Szczepaneks share how humor and looking for the little things glimmers of good helped pull them through such an emotionally draining time.
They wanted to include that every home should have a fireproof safe and include all important papers, along with a checkbook.
They also refer to an incredible running company that gave them brand new running gear to keep them running and you can check them out here:
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Nikki Brown is the storyteller this week and you are going to LOVE her. She is a makeup artist and she shares her story of leaving corporate America and learned the makeup business. She talks about the lessons she has learned along the way, what we need to do for our skin, the importance of tribe and SO much more! She gives amazing insight on how she has networked into some amazing jobs and also some advice for how to keep your social media appropriate. We chat about the importance of the right clients as the wrong ones can ruin your business and how sometimes you just have to take the leap.
If you want to connect with Nikki you can find her at:
Website: http://www.nikkibrownmakeup.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nikkibrownmakeup/
Instagram: https://instagram.com/nikkibrownmakeup
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Josh Fakes is the storyteller this week and is actually the final dad in the Father's Day series. Josh shares about losing 9 family members in a short period of time. We dive deep on how he and his wife have had to have extremely hard conversations with each other and also their children. He talks about his faith, walking through the hard times, and also if you are on the fence about God, some REALLY great food for thought. Josh talks about his amazing church and if you are in the Central Indiana area be sure to check out: ecrossroads.org Learn more about Danielle Atkisson and The Silver Lining Life: Website Facebook
Kelly Dugas shares how at 25 she stopped drinking and has been sober for over 6 years. She shares her story on how she started drinking and then came to this decision and how she is able to continue on the path of sobriety. We talk about how alcohol for her was a relationship and how she was constantly thinking about it, used it for every occasion happy or sad and was drinking daily. Kelly shares how sobriety has opened her life up to so many possibilities from starting her own business to moving across the country. I think her story is incredibly relatable even if you have never had issues with sobriety. There is so much discussion about making a decision and sticking with it to allow for major changes in your life. You can connect with Kelly at: Facebook: Facebook.com/kdugas7 Instagram: Instagram.com/kellydugas7 Learn more about Danielle Atkisson and The Silver Lining Life: Website Facebook
There can’t be a father’s day without including this guy. Dan Silvey, my amazing dad, chats about how taking up running in his 50s has changed not only his health but also helped to build relationships with his adult children. Dan shares the different trials that running has provided including the story of falling during a night trail race. He shares on perseverance, giving wings but still supporting his children and his ultimate goals of running. He also talks about how as he has aged how he is inspired to keep going and to keep active and present.
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Mike Watts is on the podcast this week and we talk all about SO many things about parenting. Mike shares the dynamics of equal parenting, how the male role has changed over time and how much they share about their girls on social media. We talk about Kate Northrup’s amazing book Do Less and how he has been able to apply that to his life as well. He talks about the expansion and contraction of life and that plays out both in life and business. We talk about the need for men to have a tribe and also what he needed at a younger age that would’ve helped him so much. There is just so many good nuggets in this episode not only for dads or men in general but for women as well.
You can connect with Mike at:
https://www.facebook.com/WhoIsMikeWatts
https://instagram.com/mikejwatts
http://mikejwatts.com
We reference:
Do Less: A Revolutionary Approach to Time and Energy Management for Busy Moms
Podcast with Alissa Vitti on female and moon cycles
https://katenorthrup.com/podcast/episode-44-use-hormones-superpower-alisa-vitti/
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Andrea Dawn is the final mama in our mother's day series and goodness does she not disappoint. Andrea shares how she left an abusive relationship with a 4-month-old baby and has figured it all out one day at a time. She talks about how she has had to navigate parenting without a male figure and how she had to make decisions based on the resources and time that she has had. We talk mom guilt, what is "normal", hurt feelings, perspective and so much more. She shares in such a real and honest way how she has worked through motherhood with no manual. You can connect with Andrea at: Facebook.com/andreadawn444 (where she does THE best lives every Tuesday-Thursday on all of the things she has learned...trust me they are so good!) Instagram.com/andrea_dawn444 We reference: The Armchair Expert with Dax Shepard https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/armchair-expert-with-dax-shepard/id1345682353 Dark Side of the Light Chasers by Debbie Ford
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Pam Silvey (my mama) is the next storyteller in our Mother’s Day series and this week she is talking about being the daughter. Pam shares how she took care of her mother when she was diagnosed with terminal cancer. It’s unfortunate that life includes death and this conversation is a very real talk on that process. She talks about how she had to trust the additional caregivers that had to be brought in, how people can help in those situations and how she had to grieve and give care at the same time. We talk in depth of the process from diagnosis to passing, and you will hear a few tears here and there in this conversation. We also talk as a nurse how it was different to care for someone at home as opposed to hospital care, the hardships in providers and how her mom was her most favorite patient. She gives great advice for those going through the process of caregiving at home and the need to lean on your tribe…clearly my mom is where I get my passion for taking care of your tribe and allowing your tribe to help you as well. I love that she found peace in this situation and was proud of the care that she gave (because she did an incredible job…even if I am incredibly biased).
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Brittany Gunter is the next in our Mother’s Day series. Brittany shares how photography helped her to be more present, capture the realness of life and also found a piece that is her’s when she started staying home with her kids. We talk about how it’s important that we are in the frame as well even though it is uncomfortable. We chat about how her photography business has opened her up to the opportunity of homeschooling her children. Brittany talks about the positives of this opportunity without sugarcoating the struggles as a mama/teacher. We talk about how her faith has helped her immensely in every step of her journey in motherhood and also her business.
To connect with Brittany:
Facebook.com/brittanygunterphotography
Instagram.com/brittanygunterphotography
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The 3rd story in our Mother’s Day series is…ME! I am the storyteller this week and I am telling my story of motherhood. From miscarriage to a healthy baby and my first year of motherhood. I talk about how I was nervous to become a mom, the silver lining of miscarrying our first baby and my honest thoughts about pregnancy. I share the silly little stories of leading up to Marshall’s delivery and how irrational I was at 41 weeks pregnant. Ahhh pregnancy hormones. I discuss the changes that happened to me once I became a mom and some great advice that I was given.
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Claire Trost is the storyteller this episode and she shares her start to motherhood and how it didn’t go as planned. Claire, as a self-described, crunchy mama she wanted a natural birth with minimal interventions and she covers how nothing went as she wanted. Claire shares so openly about how disappointed she was and the grieving that came from that experience. Claire also shares how after giving birth, things did not go as planned either and resulted in a second trip to the hospital. I love how Claire shares how her perspective changed over her experience, how she has become more of an advocate for herself and how she worked through the grieving process. You can connect with Claire at: theblogbloom.com https://instagram.com/bentarrowacres https://instagram.com/ClaireTrost Learn more about Danielle Atkisson and The Silver Lining Life: Website Facebook
Bianca Reed shares her journey to motherhood in our Mother's Day series! Some women know all of their lives that they want to be mamas and others aren't so sure. Bianca shares how she went from not a baby person to now a mama of 1 adorable little girl and 1 on the way! We talk about the heartbreak of miscarriage, of not knowing other people's journey and trusting God's timing. This is a very real conversation of how life isn't all sunshine and roses but there are lots of silver linings!
We reference Bianca has an organizing business so if you would like to check it out you can find her at BiancaReed.com facebook.com/BiancaReedOrganizer https://instagram.com/biancareedorganizer She also has an amazing organizing group where she does incredible challenges to tidy up your life! https://www.facebook.com/groups/tidyupyourlife/?ref=share Learn more about Danielle Atkisson and The Silver Lining Life: Website Facebook
Trent Atkisson shares how he went from being a spectator swearing he would never run to running multiple marathons, 1000 miles in one year and over 15 half marathons. Trent's story is so inspiring as he shares the ups and downs of running. We chat about the mental game involved in running and how running has changed his entire outlook on life. A little fact check that we referenced during the episode: 1. We ran our first marathon through Fort Benjamin Harrison you can read up on it here. https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fort_Benjamin_Harrison 2. The plural of calf muscles is calves. Learn more about Danielle Atkisson and The Silver Lining Life: Website Facebook
Liza Witonis tells the story of how she and her husband made the decision to take back their life and address their finances. She shares how they became empowered by learning the tools of managing their money, looking at their mindset around money and then committing to making huge changes in their lives. Liza gives tangible steps that you can make changes in your life today, from how to start and how to change how you can change how you talk about money even. Liza offers a free 20 minutes call to start you on your own financial journey, and you should definitely take her up on that offer! To Connect with Liza: lizawitonis.com liza@lizawitonis.com facebook.com/lizawitoniswealthcoach instagram.com/lizawitonis Learn more about Danielle Atkisson and The Silver Lining Life: Website Facebook
Ashley Meyer shares how being kicked out of a mom Facebook group lead her to create a whole movement for moms who are also entrepreneurs. Ashley shares Mompire and how she created exactly what she needed in her life. We chat about the importance of community regardless of what stage of life you are in. How motherhood can be so lonely and when you are able to find people who truly understand where you are coming from it is game-changing. This is a really fun conversation where Ashely shares so much on her business, how she checks in with herself every day and how she navigates her busy life. I think this conversation will get you thinking on how you can make changes in your own life that will help those in your tribe as well. You can connect with Ashley at: the-mompire.com facebook.com/groups/theMOMpire Instagram.com/themompire Learn more about Danielle Atkisson and The Silver Lining Life: Website Facebook
Also discussed:
Facebook.com/groups/thesilverliningmamas
Politics and politicians are something that doesn’t scream Silver Lining Life Podcast BUT it does when it is a storyteller that talks about things like changing your job to be closer to your family, running positive campaigns and sharing specific goals and the way to implement the goal so your community will still benefit from them even if you aren’t elected. Jason Henderson is our storyteller this week and he shares his career path from surveyor to elected official to now running for Mayor of his small town. In terms of politicians he doesn’t at all seem like one and in fact, his wife doesn’t even like when he refers to himself that way. I think you will agree that he doesn’t quite fit the old school idea of a politician. He wraps up the episode talking about how we can all get involved in our communities to make huge changes right where we live. I think you will really enjoy this episode and find Jason to be a breath of fresh air in the political arena.
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Greg Powell shares how some major health issues led to huge changes in his life. He shares how he went from having horrible indigestion to major surgery to almost dying a month post-surgery. From there he made major changes in his life from diet and exercise to how he views life now. Greg shares how he lost 100 pounds and everything feels better now both mentally and physically. He talks about the perspective that is gained from going through such a scary experience and that it was the fear of dying not doing anything was more than the fear of trying that catapulted him to really turn things around for him. I loved when he said he moved out of the comfort zone and fear zone into a self-improvement zone and wanting to live zone. We talk about putting in the long game to make changes that stick and also a bit about running to round out the episode. It is incredibly inspiring and I think you are going to love this episode!
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This is such a deep conversation that I believe will resonate so well because even if you haven’t experienced the loss of someone close to you, you know the fear of that. Valerie Howard tells her story of losing her mom to cancer and how she has found her way through that journey. Valerie shares in such a real and relatable way of going through something hard and how that process has gone for her. As crazy as it sounds, this is an uplifting talk even though it is a heavy topic. We talk about how she was always wishing things were different, better or more and how she has worked through that. We cover faith, healing, finding hope, being present and that the small stressors don’t matter at the end of the day.
You can connect with Valerie at:
valeriehoward.com
instagram.com/iamvaleriehoward
Brand Ambition Podcast
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THE Katie Maggio is our storyteller this week and we are chatting about hate. Katie shares how hate has been thrown around lately in her life and the lesson she shares is so important for our world. We talk about celebrating other people’s victories, looking at a group of people as individual’s to see more compassion, letting go of negative judgments of people who are succeeding and SO much more. When we are on the receiving end of the hate, how you can handle that in a more graceful and loving way. Katie gives great advice on handling the hate on social media with a little bit of sunshine and rainbows and more importantly perspective.
You can connect with Katie:
katiemaggio.com Learn more about Danielle Atkisson and The Silver Lining Life: Website Facebook
I am so excited to end our relationship series with Kris Britton + Ryan Yokome! While they are still considered newlyweds, this duo’s relationship has lasted over 18 years. They share what changed for them to finally embrace marriage, how they navigate arguments, finding trust in their relationship and how they harmonize the masculine and feminine. They graciously do a little coaching on what triggers are and how you work your way out of being triggered as well. It is fun taking a deeper dive into their relationship and all of the ways they have found to be successful not only in marriage but their business as well.
You can connect with Ryan + Kris:
Ryanyokome.com
Krisbritton.net
Ryan Yokome's Podcast: Soul Wealth Podcast
Kris Britton's Podcast: Goddess Boss Podcast
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This episode my fantastic husband Trent joins me as we continue the relationship series. We have been married almost 8 years and we share our story of how we met, staying connected and a glimpse of how we parent. There is lots of laughter, ridiculousness and so much love in this episode! So welcome to our life! Things we reference: Armchair Expert with Dax Shepard: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/armchair-expert-with-dax-shepard/id1345682353?mt=2&i=1000429614294 Learn more about Danielle Atkisson and The Silver Lining Life: Website Facebook
Oh goodness, this episode is going to really hit home to so many, even men! The incredible Stephanie Wess tells her story about body image and how she came from a fat-phobic family to dieting at an early age to learning to appreciate her body as it is. We talk a lot about how we can change how we talk to our kiddos to promote a healthy body image. We dig deep on the different phases of body image, how we can set boundaries with those around us and how you can heal the relationship with yourself. So many tangible steps to a healthier body image. Stephanie walks us through step by step to make changes TODAY.
Stephanie is a mama, wife and body image coach.
You can connect with Stephanie at:
Instagram: JoinTheBodyLoveRevolution
Facebook: Stephanie Wess
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When I first came up with the idea for this podcast, I knew I wanted to share couples’ stories as well. This entire episode had me laughing and smiling. I think even not knowing this couple, they will have you smiling as well too. Clint + Crissy Proffitt are the storytellers on this episode. They share how they met, when they started dating and how they have navigated their relationship for the last 24 years. They chat about how there is no place for yelling or disrespect in their relationship, teamwork is key, how they stay connected in this busy world and how being together resets them.
We referenced:
The Silver Lining Mama Group:
Facebook.com/group/thesilverliningmamas
To connect with Crissy:
Facebook: facebook.com/simplyrusticbycrissy
Instagram:@simplyrusticbycrissy
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This chat with Kara Bligh, of Pretty HOL Life, was so eye-opening. Kara shares her journey of how she changed her life because of pregnancy and being a 1st-time mom to a more holistic life. She dives deep on a few products we can look for in the products we use on ourselves and our children. How our skin care products have not had updated regulations since 1933. She talks about how she learned to look outside the box for answers for her children and her own life. We cover postpartum anxiety, learning to trust your mom (or parent) intuition and little shifts we can make in our homes to be more conscientious of what we are putting on or in our bodies.
Her starter list to check your products to see if they contain: fragrance, parabens, phthalates...
The app and website were:
ewg.org (environmental working group)
www.beauycounter.com (The Never List from Beautycounter's website)
Think Dirty App to scan products
To connect with Kara Bligh you can at Pretty Hol Life:
Facebook: facebook.com/prettyhollife
Instagram: Instagram.com/karabligh
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Bridgit Norris left home when she was 12. 12. Insert wide-eyed emoji. She shares this story and the lessons she learned along the way. With being on her own so early, she shares how that molded her to help empower women and now also girls. We talk about how middle schoolers have the same inner talk as many women and sometimes even the same as their mothers. How as parents we can set a safe environment for our children to talk to us in a judge free space. Bridgit shares how we can all embrace those inner negative voices instead of ignoring or listening to them. As I always say, Bridgit is a total powerhouse and I think you will definitely feel that energy in this episode! Bridgit Norris is a success and empowerment coach and a mentor to girls. You can connect with her at: https://mailchi.mp/bridgitnorris/stucktounstoppable Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bridgitnorris/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bridgit.norris Learn more about Danielle Atkisson and The Silver Lining Life: Website Facebook
Rachael Seidel shares her journey of leaving such a secure job to jump into being a Realtor. She talked about how she felt like she was meant to do something different than what she is currently doing and finding the courage as a single mom to go outside the box of the security of her 9-5. She chats about how she started her personal development and how that has affected her life in every aspect, even down to how she parents her daughter. Rachael also shares how she has utilized tools like coaches, affirmations and healers. We also talk about the home buying/selling process and the mindset that makes the experience SO much better. Rachael is an absolute delight and I know you will instantly love her! Biggest Takeaways: How personal development has helped her to even parent her daughter in a totally different way than she would have had she not embarked on this journey. You can connect with Rachael at: Facebook: @rachaelseidel + @rachaelseidelrealtor Instagram: @rachaelseidel She also referenced: RyanYokome.com and KrisBritton.net Learn more about Danielle Atkisson and The Silver Lining Life: Website Facebook
Oh, you are in for a treat! You are going to love Giana as much as I do when you hear this episode. Giana shares her story on how she lost weight and kept the weight off, but also how she did it in a real way. She talked about how to choose a workout plan that works for you and your life and how you cannot listen to your ego when it comes to that because you may have to start off easier than you would've hoped. Giana shares how we need to stay in our own lane, rely on our tribes and the amazing work she puts into the world. You can find Giana at:Gianatralongo.com Facebook: GianaTralongo Instagram: GianaTralongo Learn more about Danielle Atkisson and The Silver Lining Life: Website Facebook
Welcome to 2019! I thought the best way to start the year was by sharing my story of how I found myself and created my business. I discuss how motherhood made me feel like a supporting cast member (those pesky stories we tell ourselves) and how creating my business helped me to find myself again. I cover ways to find your passion and also how to make and stick to resolutions this year. Here’s to our best year yet! I mention in this episode: Simply Rustic by Crissy https://m.facebook.com/simplyrusticbycrissy/ the Silver Lining Mamas www.facebook.com/groups/thesilverliningmamas The Hive - Business Membership thesilverliningdesign.com/thehive
Hang on to your hats, this episode is going to be an incredible ride. Keri shares soooo many great stories on this episode. She tells her story about how she decided it was time to leave her corporate job. Which leads us to talk about how we are constantly given signs and how if we choose to follow them it opens up so many opportunities. If you aren’t familiar with signs, she teaches how to notice and ask for them. We talk about timing and how everything happens in divine perfect timing. Keri talks about reaching out for help and creating a tribe that you can count on and be real with. She also shares an incredible lesson on giving and receiving that we all need to hear. And there is sooo much more!
One of my biggest takeaways: I finally decided to get off the curb and on the road and in the rink and do something.
To connect with Keri: www.keristanley.com
Keri Stanley is the CEO of Keri Stanley Coaching, Huffington Post Writer, and Inspirational Speaker. Her passion is helping women realize the dreams inside themselves they didn’t know they had. Running global retreats, online masterminds, and leadership coaching; Keri works with individuals across the world to align their life to their work in a meaningful way. As a mom of twin boys, marathon runner, and personal development junkie, Keri is always creating a life of fulfilling adventure.
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Nichole is the absolute Queen of Christmas. She creates fun and magic all year round to keep the spirit of the season going. Nichole and I chat about the importance of memories and traditions and how we can create those for our children. We also talk about how as parents we have to learn to let our kids create and do their own thing which isn’t always easy. We talked a lot about how the memories of our childhood shape our adult traditions but how we always have the opportunity to create new if life has thrown us curveballs or we didn’t have those warm and fuzzy traditions growing up. The biggest takeaway for me: “It’s never too late to start new traditions. It’s never too late to start making new memories!” Nichole is a mama, wife, and director of a daycare from Indiana. She embodies Christmas so fully! She is so fun, upbeat and an absolute delight. For Santa Tracking: noradsanta.org We Care Park: https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=6fdLMZHckz0 a little taste for those not from Indiana. Learn more about Danielle Atkisson and The Silver Lining Life: Website Facebook
Oh my goodness. This is an episode filled with SO much greatness. We cover so much in 40 minutes from Christmas to living in a place of love, gratitude and grace to looking at the big picture of life instead of getting lost in the nuts and bolts and so much more. Phil talks about the birth of Jesus and includes a twist on the story that really blew my mind. My biggest takeaway: "On basically the darkest day of the year we celebrate that the light came." Phil Stout is a preacher, teacher and writer. After serving for more than thirty years as a pastor, Phil is an adjunct professor teaching leadership and social justice. He also ministers to patients in hospice care and is a bereavement counselor.
Phil views his faith as a journey, and says he’s always in “discovery mode, trying to learn all I can about what it means to follow Christ and to be an agent of His grace.”
Phil and Carol have been married for forty-one years. They are the proud parents of three awesome kids, two fantastic kids-in-law and some amazing grandchildren.
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Kristy is an adventurer and has spent a few months traveling Western United States with her 2 kiddos, adorable dog and their RV. She said it feels great to wake up every day to spend quality time with her kids. She has left behind the rushing around and has embraced being together all day every day. We talk about fears, her why and the importance to of finding me time. My biggest takeaway: "I wanted to teach my kids there was more than our small little town and community. I wanted to give them that sense of adventure and travel so when they get older they will travel and experience their lives to the fullest. Kristy is a mama, librarian, and has a successful Modere business. She is from Northern Alberta Canada and is traveling in an RV with her family. You can connect with Kristy on her personal Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100001779388366 or in her Facebook group: https://m.facebook.com/groups/1038536082966483 where she inspires and connects like-minded people to follow their Souls purpose. You can also follow her on Instagram at https://instagram.com/choosingourownadventure?utm_source=ig_profile_share&igshid=1hbw3c46pcve Learn more about Danielle Atkisson and The Silver Lining Life: Website Facebook
Brooke Glassburn talks about how Random Acts of Christmas Kindness helped her to move through an incredibly difficult time in her life. In the same year she lost her dad and then was told she could not bear children, she knew she had to do something to move forward. During our chat we talked about the HUGE impact her dad had on her life and how he shaped her into the person she is today. We also talk the logistics of her RACK campaigns each year and how she has grace as she works her way through the month of December because not everything works out like she plans. My biggest takeaway: "you don't know what story someone is living, so you don't know what that smile or those words can do!" Brooke is a fun, incredibly passionate mama and wife. She creates a RACK campaign each year and makes an impact in her community with tiny ripples of kindness. If you would like to participate in her RACK campaign this year, you can find the list in the Silver Lining Mamas Facebook group: Facebook.com/groups/thesilverliningmamas And/Or follow #glassburnrackd on Instagram And as promised, Brooke's morning ritual song LOL Pancakes + Syrup - Biz Markie https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ob-DfIN2l_M Learn more about Danielle Atkisson and The Silver Lining Life: Website Facebook
Kaliopi Nikitas is on this episode talking about hitting rock bottom and working her way back. We talked about the impact of death, suicide and chronic illness on her life. All of this could be so heavy, but Kaliopi has a way of storytelling that is not only heartwarming, it's funny as well. She gives so many applicable tips of ways we can stop overcommitting, how to change how we look at things is a way we can move forward even in our darkest times and how we can use our hard times as motivation to keep going.
Biggest takeaway for me: If you are alive you are a force! Kaliopi Nikitas helps overwhelmed, people-pleasing wonder-women make themselves a priority, so they can change not only their own life, but the world at large. Her personal journey of dealing with an autoimmune disease and radically changing her life has led her to where she is now: inspiring, illuminating and empowering others while living with authenticity, meaning and awe. To find out more about Kaliopi you can find her at: https://www.facebook.com/coachkaliopi/ https://kaliopinikitas.com Learn more about Danielle Atkisson and The Silver Lining Life: Website Facebook
On this episode, I chat with Vicky Andritsch about mothering 2 children that have had medical diagnoses that shakes a mama to her core. We chat about the changes in their lives as a result of those experiences. We also talk openly on the feelings she felt going through those times, the tough moments in the trenches and then the beauty on the other side. Vicky also gives recommendations on how we as a community can support families in difficult situations.
One of the many great takeaways: "When we slow down long enough there are blessings within our reach."
Vicky is a mama of 5, mamapreneur with a successful plexus business and also her family runs Team Luke Corp - A nonprofit, providing music therapy to children that are facing serious illness which was formed in honor of her son Luke, a cancer. They host drum circles at the local children’s hospitals and we also distribute Rhythm Pax. Rhythm Pax are canvas bags filled with percussion instruments and therapeutic items that help patients and their families connect, hope, and heal through the gift of music. You can find out more about Team Luke below: www.goteamluke.org facebook.com/GoTeamLuke Learn more about Danielle Atkisson and The Silver Lining Life: www.thesilverliningdesign.com