This Is My Truth: Recent Episodes
Jessi Shuraleff
This is My Truth is a platform for honest, open conversations. The stories shared are not often spoken about or discussed, but once told, have the ability to shine a light on another perspective, or a much needed conversation. These stories may make us laugh, some may make us cry, but together, we will learn from one another and begin to heal. Because walls need to be torn down, masks need to come off, stories need to be heard in order for our truths to be told. This is my Truth. Will you tell me yours?
Today I speak with my new friend Lori Oberbroeckling who is a fellow leader in Corporate America, mom of 4 kiddos and founder of several side hustles. On paper, you look at her resume and I just feel TIRED but what I love about my conversation with Lori is that 1) she practices what she preaches 2) is super real, honest & candid and 3) shares her own thoughts around how as moms we can have our cake & eat it too based off her own experiences.
More about Lori in her own words:
Lori Whitney Oberbroeckling is passionate about helping moms who want fulfilling careers–or side hustles or passion projects–while also wanting to feel present and connected to their families. She believes that moms can have an extraordinary home, an extraordinary career, and be extraordinarily happy at the same time. Lori wrote Secrets of Supermom: How Extraordinary Moms Succeed at Work and Home & How You Can Too! to share tips, strategies, and quick wins for moms that want it all.
Lori is a wife and mom of four, all while working as a leader in corporate America, and nurturing several side-hustles. She has a bachelor’s degree in psychology with graduate training in marriage and family therapy and counseling. She helps moms who want it all develop the skills, habits, and confidence to happily have it all.
Website:www.secretsofsupermom.com
IG: www.instagram.com/secretsofsupermom
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Today's conversation with Amy Looper is one I think many working mothers can relate to - the feeling of working mom guilt which can, at times, lead to working mother burnout. In our conversation, Amy and I touch and unpack a lot of vulnerable topics - identify as a working mom, burnout and being perfectly imperfect as humans.
Follow Amy at:
Web: www.amyleighlooper.com
Insta: @amyleighlooper
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amylooper1/
I hope you enjoy the conversation!
xoxo,
Jessi
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Today I chat with my new friend Megan Moran, Founder of The Mompreneur Guide. We chat about so many things: identifying & following your passion(s), taking leaps. What I loved the most about our conversation is that we come from such different backgrounds, her a 3rd generation mompreneur and me from a background of stability and yet, we still found so much to connect about.
About Megan:
Megan Moran is not only a mom to two beautiful babies under 3 (Jack + Sophia) and a wife to the most supportive husband + business partner ever, Collin, but she is also the owner of The Mompreneur Guide. As a Podcast Host, Template Shop Owner + Authority-Building Guide, Megan is on a mission to help momprenuers increase their visibility, get their names out there, create a movement and build a community and world around them... in the simplest way possible. Because as a third generation momprenuer- she knows how possible a both present + productive lifestyle can be.
Continue to follow her at:
Web: themompreneurguide.com
IG: instagram.com/mompreneurguide
As always, I hope you enjoy!
xoxo,
Jessi
This is My Truth is a newly launched podcast, and I'd love to know what you think! Please consider leaving a review, comment or rate the podcast on Apple Podcasts. If my message resonated with you, please share with others in your circle who may benefit as well! It would be much appreciated! You can connect to This is My Truth on:
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In today's solo episode, I dig into where I've been over the last few months and the decisions I've made...the biggest one the decision to go back to corporate a few months ago. During the conversation, I shed light into the context behind my decision, as well as the mindset shifts I needed to make in order to get there. Because while at the end of the day, while I did decide to go back into the corporate setting, I did so on MY terms and it's been really fun to see how that feels aligned at the moment - both from a career & family perspective.
As always, I hope you enjoy!
xoxo,
Jessi
This is My Truth is a newly launched podcast, and I'd love to know what you think! Please consider leaving a review, comment or rate the podcast on Apple Podcasts. If my message resonated with you, please share with others in your circle who may benefit as well! It would be much appreciated! You can connect to This is My Truth on:
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Today I dive into all things grey with Mae Wagner. Mae is just one of those humans you could talk to all day. She is open and authentic and lives in curiosity and non-judgement. She opens up about how she was able to live in the grey and find forgiveness of her abusers - not an easy task and often controversial. She is just a wonderful human and I know you're going to eat up this conversation just like I did!
More about Mae: Mae Wagner is an author, podcast host, speaker, and trauma navigation mentor. Mae currently lives in western Pennsylvania with her husband, loveable golden retriever, and their rescue tabby-cat.
Find Mae at:
www.rainydayinmay.com
https://www.facebook.com/mistymae76
@rainydayinmay
I hope you enjoy the conversation!
xoxo,
Jessi
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I've always been very fortunate to make my own decisions in my career, but that's not always the case for everyone. Today I spoke with Robin Merle about her experience with an involuntary exit and how she turned that moment into something more. Whether you've been blindsided by an involuntary exit, been part of a re-org where you had no choice on your next move, or simple can relate to feeling like your choice has been taken away, this conversation is for you.
More about Robin in her own words:
Robin Merle, CFRE is the author of the award-winning book, Involuntary Exit, A Woman’s Guide to Thriving After Being Fired. She has been a senior executive for billion-dollar nonprofit organizations and raised more than a half-billion dollars during her 35+ years in the field. Robin has been Vice Chair of National Philanthropy Day in New York 3 times, served on multiple nonprofit boards, and was named Woman of Achievement in 2017 by Women in Development, New York. Robin iSus proud to be a graduate of the first class of women at Rutgers College. She graduated Phi Beta Kappa and went on to earn a Master of Arts from The Johns Hopkins University and publish short fiction in various literary magazines.
You can follow Robin by reaching out to her at:
https://theprofessionalguide.com
https://www.instagram.com/robinmerletpg/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/robinmerletpg/
https://www.facebook.com/robinmerle.author/
I hope you enjoyed our conversation!
xoxo,
Jessi
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Today I'm sharing the episode that I did with Heather Chauvin for her podcast, Emotionally Uncomfortable. In this conversation we dive into a story that I have yet to share in detail and dig into the 'not this. not this. not this' voice that is so often so easy to ignore (or is that just me?).
Listen to her podcast here: https://podcasts.apple.com/lt/podcast/933-the-power-of-speaking-your-truth-interview/id982980293?i=1000556277346
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Today I have a treat of a conversation for you! I talked with Nneka Hall about all things advocacy - the good, the bad and everything in-between. Nneka so generously shares her story about the lost of her child who was born stillborn due to undiagnosed preeclampsia and how that experience changed her in ways to begin to speak up, share her story & advocate for change.
More about Nneka in her own words:
Nneka Hall is the mother of four (2 Sunshines ages 21 and 16, an Angel baby who would be 11 and a Rainbow who is 7). In 2014 she founded Quietly United in Loss Together (QUILT) Campaign which is a Pregnancy And Infant Loss Awareness campaign designed to raise awareness of all types of loss from conception through a child's first two years of life, teach healthy fertility through womb health education, provide support to families who suffer these losses and provide support for memory programs so they won't close due to inability to afford supplies.
June 2016 US of Women’s Summit as a Nominated Change Maker
January 2019 featured in The This Is My Brave Short Documentary
March 2019 Advocate of the Year Award from The Boston Public Health Commission’s Community Action Network
July 2019 Star Legacy’s Advocate of the Year
September 2019 appointed to the Ellen Story Postpartum Depression Commission
December 2019 Union Capital Boston’s Community Advocate of the Year
February 2020 Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley’s guest at the State of the Union and recipient of the Brinklow Humanitarian Microgrant
December 2020 founded Mother IS Supreme Inc.
January 2021 appointed to the Racial Inequities in Maternal Health Commission
September 2021 joined the board of Postpartum Support International of MA.
Web: www.motherissupreme.org
IG: @NnekaHall
Full transcript of our conversation here: https://share.descript.com/view/7LGag2DR6w6
As always, I hope you enjoy!
xoxo,
Jessi
This is My Truth is a newly launched podcast, and I'd love to know what you think! Please consider leaving a review, comment or rate the podcast on Apple Podcasts. If my message resonated with you, please share with others in your circle who may benefit as well! It would be much appreciated! You can connect to This is My Truth on:
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Today I share my conversation with Emily Steele, for her podcast, Local to Legend. We dig into how to use storytelling to create connection - personally & professionally.
To listen to more of Emily's podcast, Local to Legend, check it out here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/local-to-legend/id1539714195
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Today I share part of the conversation I had with Megan Hall of the Inspired Women Podcast. We dive into so many things and you can pick up our conversation by checking out the rest of the episode (start at 30:05) here: https://inspiredwomenpodcast.com/becoming-your-authentic-self-featuring-jessi-shuraleff/
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I've been waiting on the seat of my chair to release this conversation because Rachel is such an amazing human and I love the truth that she speaks so freely:
A bit more about Rachel in her words:
I lead a $XB global advertising business at Google. I am passionate about driving value for my clients, helping my team grow their careers, and creating an inclusive environment where everyone can succeed.
I am deaf and have cochlear implants in both ears. My experience as a deaf salesperson has significantly impacted and influenced how I engage with the world. I want us all to include disability in more conversations, as such, I'm always happy to answer questions about my hearing loss. You can also reach out if you're looking for a speaker or panelist on disability inclusion or being a woman in tech.
I grew up in Kure Beach, NC and went to Duke University for college. I love baking, especially pies. I made 57 pies in 2019. I'm an avid reader, reading 132 books in 2021.
IG: @seidman.rachel
LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachelseidman
A transcript of our conversation can be found here: https://share.descript.com/view/kXrON0fg8xq
I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did!
xoxo,
Jessi
This is My Truth is a newly launched podcast, and I'd love to know what you think! Please consider leaving a review, comment or rate the podcast on Apple Podcasts. If my message resonated with you, please share with others in your circle who may benefit as well! It would be much appreciated! You can connect to This is My Truth on:
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Today I am sharing the conversation I had with my friend John Neral for his podcast, The mid-career GPS. We talked about all the things, but mainly how being able to recognize when and how to pivot has been the cornerstone of my career so far - both in corporate and since leaving.
You can find John's podcast, The Mid-career GPS Podcast here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-mid-career-gps-podcast/id1548327541
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Today I talk to a powerhouse woman, Sunni VonMutius, about her journey of leaving corporate to pursue finding alignment but more than that, we dive into Sunni's journey of creating connections with people with extreme viewpoints - what lead her to this project, what she learned and what she's taken away from it.
In a world that increasingly feels more and more polarized, I love how Sunni leaned in and became genuinely curious about humanity. I think we can all take a page from Sunni's playbook. I know I can!
More about Sunni in her own words:
From corporate shark to spiritual mentor - Sunni has reinvented herself many times over, each time finding an unexpected path forward and gathering new tools and stories to share along the way. After a successful career as an IT project manager she retired at 32 and then spent several years as a full time nomad bartering her way around the US. Today, as an Intuitive Strategist, Sunni is masterful at helping analytically minded people integrate spirituality into their daily lives and businesses. She is currently pursuing ordination as a minister of metaphysics and lives in Orlando with her life-long best friend and their cat and toddler.
Web: wildflowerstrategy.com
IG: @wildflowerstrategy and @sunni_sara
A transcript of our conversation can be found here: https://share.descript.com/view/7KUGjGUb903
I hope you enjoy this conversation as much as I did!
xoxo,
Jessi
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Today I shared a conversation that I had with my friend Adam Coelho for his podcast, The Mindful FIRE podcast. On his podcast he explores mindfulness and the Financial Independence Retire Early movement to uncover the strategies and mindsets to live life with meaning, purpose and financial independence. In our episode, we dive into what it took me to get to the point of leaving Google and feeling financially sound to get there.
Listen to The Mindful FIRE Podcast here: https://www.mindfulfire.org/
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Today I talk to Christie Rocha about all things mental health and postpartum depression, but really what we talk about is creating space for ourselves to heal and grow and come to a space where we can speak our truths.
A bit more about Christie in her words:
Christie Rocha is the host of Sass Says, a podcast to guide women on how to heal, educate, and empower themselves through therapy and real-life stories of perseverance. She interviews mental health professionals, experts, coaches, and women just like you and me who share her mission to debunk the stigmas and misconceptions about therapy and mental health. Christie is known for asking the “but how” questions so that her listeners walk away from each episode with actionable steps on what to do next when it comes to relationships, motherhood, body image, ambition, and what she calls, the Intangible. Self-care is also a hot topic on her show. Christie and her husband live in New Jersey with their two toddlers.
Web:www.sasssays.com
IG:@sasssays
As always, I hope you enjoy our conversation!
xoxo,
Jessi
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Today I dive into the courage to be curious - with yourself, with your team and with others who may not have the same beliefs, viewpoints or experiences as you do. Leaning into our curiosity superpower is needed now, more than ever. I dive into some tips on how to lean into these potentially uncomfortable conversations in a way that still feels authentic to you.
Full transcript here: https://share.descript.com/view/aCpqZsV1mJT
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Today I chat with my new friend Raquel Kelley. We get real & honest about so many things - the identity of motherhood, taking the leap from corporate, postpartum depression - and we are vulnerable, real and still manage to have fun while doing so.
A bit more about Raquel in her own words:
Raquel Kelley is a mother, writer, TV producer, and host of the MOMGUL Podcast. She began her career at E! Entertainment where she worked for over a decade producing shows such as Live! From the Red Carpet and Fashion Police. She’s also been a featured contributor for Condé Nast and The HuffPost.
After having two kids under two, Raquel relocated her family to her native Ohio. While her life may have changed, her career goal remains the same– make hard things easy to talk about.
Her first book, Where’d I Go?, flips the lift-the-flap board book on its head– written not for babies, but for moms. Comical and authentic, this little board book delivers a big message: mothers are women, too.
Web: www.raquelkelley.com
IG: https://www.instagram.com/raquelkelley/
Transcript of our conversation here: https://share.descript.com/view/eAxfzk40rYQ
As always, I hope you enjoy!
xoxo,
Jessi
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On today's episode I dive into the art of asking for help and delegating. I share 3 easy steps to take to start asking for help and delegating tasks in a way that feels aligned and still has great impact.
As always, I hope you enjoy!
xoxo,
Jessi
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Today I dive into a fun yet meaningful conversation with Lindsey Kaszuba. Like me, Lindsey said f'it to her corporate job and took the leap to begin her own business. To do so, she had to come back home to herself and realign her ideas around success and working hard and playing hard. We also dive into perfectionism and how that relates to eating habits, specifically orthorexia.
More about Lindsey in her own words:
Lindsey Kaszuba helps women make small changes that create a big impact on overall health. She is a certified Integrative Nutrition Health Coach, entrepreneur, wife, mother, and founder of Lindsey Kaszuba Health. Lindsey’s mission is to teach and empower women that health and lifestyle can work together; she works one-one-one with her clients to create a plan to serve both.
Follow Lindsay at:
@lindseykaszubahealth
www.lindseykaszubahealth.com
https://www.facebook.com/lindseykaszubahealth
As always, I hope you enjoy the conversation!
xoxo,
Jessi
This is My Truth is a newly launched podcast, and I'd love to know what you think! Please consider leaving a review, comment or rate the podcast on Apple Podcasts. If my message resonated with you, please share with others in your circle who may benefit as well! It would be much appreciated! You can connect to This is My Truth on:
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Can women have it all?
I dive into this controversial question on today's podcast, in addition to talking about how we got here - expectations vs. reality. And how when we're not pausing to ask ourselves, how are we defining 'all' for ourselves, we are going to get crushed by expectations.
I hope you enjoy today's conversation!
xoxo, Jessi
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Today I dive into a conversation with my new friend Ari Krzyzek where we dive into unpacking resentment - specifically resentment towards ones family. Ari just dives in and speaks her truth about her journey to letting got of the resentment she held towards her parents, but even more importantly, how she's worked to move beyond the resentment and allow herself to speak her truth more freely - in all circumstances. We talk about the empowerment that comes when you are able to let go, amongst many other things!
A bit more about Ari in her own words:
Co-founder and chief creative officer of Chykalophia (read: see-ka-lo-fia), Ari Krzyzek helping women-led brands in FemTech & DTC transform their website into a platform that unlocks business opportunities. She serves as a branding, UX consultant, and professional peer in support of fellow female entrepreneurs through the #1 ranked private business incubator in the world, 1871 Chicago. Furthermore, she helps women in tech and design break into the industry and succeed in it by mentoring them for personal branding, career advancement, and entrepreneurship through Interaction Design Foundation and ADP list.
You can follow Ari and her team's journey at:
http://chykalophia.com
http://facebook.com/chykalophia
http://instagram.com/chykalophia
Find the transcript of the episode here: https://share.descript.com/view/ekOY5OFQadI
I hope you enjoyed our conversation!
xoxo,
Jessi
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Today I dive into a recent conversation I had that reminded me, that we are all human and despite different backgrounds, values, beliefs - we are all doing the best we can. When we let down our walls, are genuinely curious and actively listen, we can more often than not, find a connection to others.
Find the transcript of the episode here: https://share.descript.com/view/q7pkJU0YhrY
xoxo, Jessi
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Today I chat with Cara D'Orazio about what it's like to break free of unhealthy competition, especially in a workplace setting. Cara shares her own journey of recognizing being in these unhealthy situations and how she decided to break free and go out and build something on her own.
More about Cara in her own words: Cara D’Orazio is a Virtual Fitness Instructor/Personal Trainer, who created her own platform www.cgmfit.com. Cara has been teaching/training for over 15 years and fitness/health has always been her passion!
You can read the transcript here: https://share.descript.com/view/qhQ3qgLyA4q
I hope you enjoy today's conversation!
xoxo, Jessi
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Today I dive into one of my favorite questions first posed to me by my friend Lori Mitchell - what are you avoiding? It's a question I've been asking myself a lot recently because my husband recently looked at me and said, you never ask me if I'm happy. It made me realize how easy it is to dive back into the day to day and avoid asking myself the hard questions.
You can read the transcript here: https://share.descript.com/view/Tb7MJRvnuZW
I hope you enjoy today's conversation!
xoxo, Jessi
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Today I dive into all things motherhood, negative self talk & perfectionism with my friend Jessica Gershman. There are so many things I love about this conversation with the biggest being how REAL Jessica is about the ups and downs of life. We dig into marriage, raising daughters, and how perfectionism and negative self talk show up in both of our lives. Grab a glass of tea or wine, plug in your air pods or go for a walk. This conversation is a good one.
More about Jessica in her own words: Jessica Gershman is the founder of The Zen Mommy and the voice behind the Mom, Slow Down! podcast as well as a passionate believer in the power of self care. Through her work as a certified yoga instructor, an accomplished home chef, and a dedicated mindfulness practitioner she has created a holistic program that supports women, especially moms, in giving them the tools to create a satisfying life.
Jessica has experienced juggling the demands of a career, as a successful commercial real estate developer, with the life-changing role of “mom.” Through the work of The Zen Mommy, she shares her personal story of overcoming disordered eating, redefining her sense of self as a new mother, and finding ways to feed herself first as a foundation for a more joyful and less stressful life.
You can follow her on Instagram @the_zen_mommy where she connects with over 21k followers.
You can read the transcript here: https://share.descript.com/view/g2LI4AI2vmn
I hope you enjoy today's conversation!
xoxo, Jessi
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Hello podcast world! This week is National Infertility Awareness week and so I decided to reflect on my own infertility journey and share some of my lessons learned. I dive into 4 lessons learned: 1) It's OK to advocate for yourself 2) You have more control than you realize 3) Don't sweat the small stuff (yes, easier said then done) 4) Surround yourself with people who can see you break down & then pick you back up 5) Celebrate being perfectly imperfect.
Full transcript here: https://share.descript.com/view/Vj1ZIGqCMGi
This Is My Truth Listeners: Donate to the The Colette Louise Tisdahl Foundation Here! I will be matching donations up to $500 during April 2022 in honor of Infertility Awareness Week.
Most importantly, thank you,
xoxo, Jessi
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This week's conversation is one near and dear to my heart. I speak with Michelle Valiukenas about her very special motherhood journey. She speaks her truth about infertility, pregnancy, celebrating her sweet angel baby, Colette Louise, and celebrating her living rainbow baby, Elliott Miguel.
Michelle speaks her truth and enlightens us about her amazing foundation.
Inspired by her journey with Colette, Michelle and her husband founded The Colette Louise Tisdahl Foundation, whose mission is to improve outcomes of pregnancy, childbirth, prematurity, and infancy, as well as aid in the grieving process through financial assistance, education, and advocacy.
Their flagship program financially assists families dealing with high-risk and complicated pregnancies, NICU stays, and loss. The organization’s ability to help families relies on donations and grants and they are grateful if you are able to donate. Michelle also participates and advocates on issues of maternal health, maternal mortality, infant health and safety, and pregnancy complications. Michelle lives in Glenview, Illinois with her son Elliott, husband Mark, and dog Nemo.
This Is My Truth Listeners: Donate to the The Colette Louise Tisdahl Foundation Here! I will be matching donations up to $500 during April 2022 in honor of Infertility Awareness Week.
Most importantly, thank you,
xoxo, Jessi
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I left my family for five days and went to a women's leadership retreat in Tulum. In this episode, I reflect on the reactions people had when I told them what I was doing. The reactions were reminiscent to those I received when telling people I was leaving corporate: disbelief, shock, jealousy. Creating space for myself and actually taking action toward the life I want didn't happen magically. I worked diligently and engaged in courageous and uncomfortable conversations.
My challenge for you is to put pen to paper for two to three minutes and write, "What is it that I truly desire?" Remove all possible barriers and allow yourself to dream.
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🥳 HAPPY TWO YEAR ANNIVERSARY FOR THE THIS IS MY TRUTH PODCAST!! 🎉
Here's a remarkable conversation for a remarkable occasion.
Today I speak with Cass and Len Arcuri who, "Empower Parents Who Know More IS POSSSIBLE" by providing resources, facilitating community, offer coaching services, and host their podcast, "Autism Parenting Secrets". This amazing couple shares their parenting journey- expectations, experiences, challenges, and the shift from disbelief to limitless determination.
Listen in Cass and Len talk about building connections with their son. They get curious about the role judgement plays in seeing our authentic selves. Learn what happens when they stopped seeking approval and became the experts themselves.
Stay connected with Cass and Len:
Instagram @autismparentingsecrets
Facebook Autism Parenting Secrets
Through their Website Warrior Parent Coaching
Listen in to their podcast Autism Parenting Secrets
xoxo, Jessi
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My long time listeners have heard about my 6:03 moment before, but I've never talked about this part: the questions that are still coming up over a year and a half later. You see, I had an answer to that question. What I didn't realize was that I would need to consider many more questions in order to get to a place where I could answer, "Yes, I am happy."
In this episode, I talk about the follow up questions that continue to guide me in my understanding of who I am at my core and who I am becoming in this world.
My challenge for you is to choose one of the questions I talk about and make it a habit this week to continuously ask yourself that question. I can't wait to hear where it leads you.
xoxo, Jessi
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Today I speak with Marina Yanay-Triner. She's a transformational coach who works with people who are diagnosed with life burnout and checked out to support them and experiencing. And aliveness and their lives. As a trauma informed coach, she works with clients to go deep into the roots of behavioral patterns that hold them back from experiencing life to the fullest. Looking at childhood rooted, beliefs, emotions, behavioral patterns, and the unconsciousness to create massive transformation together. She uses body-based somatic approaches to support a connection back to the body, strengthen their connection with their instincts and intuition and flourish. Stay connected with Marina IG @marina.y.t Her website marinayt.com xoxo, Jessi This is My Truth is a newly launched podcast, and I'd love to know what you think! Please consider leaving a review, comment or rate the podcast on Apple Podcasts. If my message resonated with you, please share with others in your circle who may benefit as well! It would be much appreciated! You can connect to This is My Truth on: Leave me a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jessi-shuraleff/message Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thisismytruthpodcast/ Email: jessinshuraleff@gmail.com Web: www.jessishuraleff.com
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Conversations that make you nervous and uncomfortable are usually the conversations that offer the most opportunity for growth and change.
Listen in this week as I explain "What is a courageous conversation?" I offer a recent interaction which my daughter's school principal and administration as inspiration.
Don't worry, I also provide actionable steps and advice on how to prepare, approach, and reflect on these often daunting experiences so that you can be best prepared.
If you liked this week's episode, be sure to check out my blogpost, "Uncomfortable Conversations: Why, How, and When". Be sure to catch the latest from me by subscribing to my newsletter.
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Today I speak with Jay Shifman, vulnerable storyteller, podcast host, Ted-x speaker, and so much more. As a person ten years in recovery who survived multiple suicide attempts and an overdose, Jay fights to end the stigma around Mental Health and Substance Misuse by telling his recovery story and advocating for opportunities for others to do the same. Jay entreats that we must cease giving in to that stigma; instead, we can accept that they make us uncomfortable and push past that barrier toward life-saving change. Jay is an open book which made it so genuinely powerful to connect with him in this conversation.
In a country where as many as one in two will struggle with an issue of Mental Health or Substance Misuse at some point in their life, the average American is still underserved by an outdated model of care. Too many communities don't have a Mental Health provider at all and, if they do, a lack of insurance coverage and the vast wall of stigma around these issues makes help unaffordable and unattainable for most. Mental Health coaches like Jay Shifman help close that gap, and to do so Jay works with those ready to choose the next step in their Mental Health journey.
Stay connected with Jay
Instagram @jayshifman
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Listen in to his podcast Choose Your Struggle
You are not alone.
xoxo, Jessi
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How easy it is for children to wish upon a star or a dandelion flower, blowing the seeds away as if to set their dreams in motion.
At some point, I stopped dreaming. I merely put one foot in front of the other, until I had completely forgotten how to dream or where dreams come from. I had to learn again.
When I found myself dreaming, and talking about dreams once more, I saw the magic of childhood spreading to those closest to me. Now, we are a family of dreamers. We are a family of dream-makers.
Today I dive into how to start dreaming again because your dreams matter, regardless of how big or small.
I hope you enjoy the conversation!
xoxo,
Jessi
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Today I speak with Kelly Wallace, a CSA survivor, advocate, writer about her journey of growing up with experiencing childhood sexual abuse, and then the added trauma of a large portion of her family not believing her. We unpack it all.
What I want to pull out of our conversation is just how bad ass Kelly is. She was able to, at such a young age, stand so firmly in her truth. Then, while still on her own journey of healing, be able to speak her truth and advocate for others.
More about Kelly:
Kelly Wallace is an entrepreneur, writer and speaker. She writes and speaks about her experience as a survivor of child sexual abuse and is at work on a memoir.
Web: www.kellywallace.org
IG: https://www.instagram.com/kellythewriter/
FB: http://www.facebook.com/kellythewriter1
I hope you enjoy our conversation.
xoxo,
Jessi
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How often are you letting people see beyond the tip of your ice burg? If you're anything like me, you wear your armor pretty close to the chest. I get it, it feels safe & you're in control of the narrative. The problem with that though tends to be, you're only letting people see one version or sliver of you, which puts you on a pretty narrow path, or tightrope.
Today I dive into how you can use curiosity of self & of others to move beyond the tightrope and feel like you can explore the entire gym floor.
I hope you enjoy the conversation!
xoxo,
Jessi
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Today I speak with Amanda Webster, a wellness coach & YouTube personality about her own journey with mental health. With raw honesty & vulnerability, Amanda shares her story involving addition and a suicide attempt and how she was able to move beyond her shadows, to living her best life.
More about Amanda:
Amanda is a wellness coach and YouTuber who overcame depression on her terms after a near suicide attempt opened her eyes. After a year and a half of self-discovery and making healthy changes in her life, she was decertified as having a Serious Mental Illness by the very people who told her it was impossible. She's is passionate about sharing her story helping others struggling with mental illness find balance and live their most fulfulling lives and has been featured in publications such as Cosmo, Yoga Journal, Women's Health and Phoenix magazine.
Web: www.amandawebsterhealth.com
IG: @amandawebsterhealth
I hope you enjoy our conversation.
xoxo,
Jessi
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Today I dive into getting comfortable with uncomfortable conversations - at work, at home and in life. I share some of my own tendencies (avoidance!) as well as share some specific tips on how to lean into these conversations to make them as productive as possible.
A transcript of the episode can be found here: https://share.descript.com/view/tMBcrRB1NHx
Enjoy the conversation!
xoxo, Jessi
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Anissa shares her experience as a two-time rape survivor and how she has been able to overcome the stigma, the shame, the embarrassment and all the things that come with being a survivor of sexual trauma. In all of that she's discovered the value of community and lifting other women up who have experienced something like this and the joy and, in her words, the warmth that comes from creating community around this shared experience. A little bit more about Anissa: As a Yoga Therapist and the founder of the Trauma Healing Yoga Therapy Program, Anissa works with women who have been sexually traumatized to help them heal their PTSD (and other trauma related issues) with yoga therapy. As a 2x rape survivor, She intimately understand the needs these women face, and helps them navigate their healing journeys. Stay connected with Anissa: Website: www.traumahealingyoga.com Facebook: Trauma Healing Yoga Therapy Instagram: @traumahealingyoga Link to transcript xoxo, Jessi This is My Truth is a newly launched podcast, and I'd love to know what you think! Please consider leaving a review, comment or rate the podcast on Apple Podcasts. If my message resonated with you, please share with others in your circle who may benefit as well! It would be much appreciated! You can connect to This is My Truth on: Leave me a voice message: https://anchor.fm/jessi-shuraleff/message Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thisismytruthpodcast/ Email: jessinshuraleff@gmail.com Web: www.jessishuraleff.com
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Adam envisioned his way out of his dream job and found himself with 5 months to find a new job or leave Google. Feeling like he had hit rock bottom, he began meditating and practicing mindfulness. Although he is still battling perfectionism and feeling like there is a certain way to do things he continues to practice being mindful on the path to financial independence.
A little bit more about Adam:
Adam Coelho is an 11 year Googler, father, husband, entrepreneur and host of The Mindful FIRE Podcast. He is passionate about the power of mindfulness and financial independence to empower each of us to live the life we are meant to live. At Google he's trained over 1000 Googlers on developing emotional intelligence through mindfulness through the popular course Search Inside Yourself.
Stay connected with Adam:
Website: www.mindfulfire.org
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Instagram: @themindfulfirepodcast
xoxo, Jessi
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In today's episode I dig in and get truthful about the 3 common things I see successful women struggle with:
1️⃣ We give our power away
2️⃣ We hold back our full authentic selves
3️⃣ We wait for permission to do & be who we want to be
I get real, raw & honest, and of course, I use examples from my own life to make my points. Because if you can't learn from your mistakes, what's the point?!
Are you ready to leave playing small behind in 2021? Are you ready to speak up & be seen and heard in a way that feels authentic to you? If so, don’t forget to sign up for my January 14th Own Your Truth in 2022 workshop - all proceeds of the workshop will be donated to EmpowerHER - a local non-profit that pairs female mentors with young women who have lost their moms.
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It's the holidays! Before we officially put up our Out of Offices and turn off all notifications off our phone, I wanted to share a quick message to all of us out there who may have been told that you’d never amount to anything. To those of us who have been told to dream smaller. To those of us who have been told to stick to what you’re good at and not take risks.
These were the messages that my podcast guest, Debra Gipson, heard all through her life. Lucky for us, Debra refused to accept those messages as her truth, and today we dive into what true inclusivity looks like by overcoming the spaces we’re supposed to stay in.
I hope you enjoy our conversation along with Debra's infectious laugh and bold personality. Wishing you a very happy holiday season! Be back in 2022!
Are you ready to leave playing small behind in 2021? Are you ready to speak up & be seen and heard in a way that feels authentic to you? If so, don’t forget to sign up for my January 14th Own Your Truth in 2022 workshop - all proceeds of the workshop will be donated to EmpowerHER - a local non-profit that pairs female mentors with young women who have lost their moms.
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Today I dive into my love/hate relationship with boundaries. I dig into why they are needed, how to identify where they're needed in your life, some examples of my own boundaries and most importantly, how to keep them (especially during the holiday season).
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The end of year, and especially during the holidays, we as women, often find ourselves in service to others, but what about being in service to ourselves. During December especially, we find ourselves stretched too thin, overextended and exhausted and so holiday mom rears her head. For all of you feeling guilt around that - I've got you. There is no guilt, just shared experiences. xoxo, Jessi
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Sejal Thakkar, a child of immigrant parents from India, grew up identifying with two cultures, Her experience living in both the US and India allowed her to see how truly connected we are as humans. She has made it her mission to protect her inner self (ninja) and now teaches others to do the same.
A little bit more about Sejal:
Sejal Thakkar is founder and Chief Civility Officer of TrainXtra. As Sejal grew up in a suburb of
Chicago, Sejal fought hatred and discrimination on a regular basis. She refused to allow ignorance, insensitivity, and the bullying conduct of others impact her inner “ninja”. Armed with knowledge she gained from these experiences, Sejal teaches that harassment will not stop on its own – it’s up to all of us to be part of the fight to stop workplace harassment. We cannot be complacent bystanders and expect our workplace cultures to change by themselves. Sejal passionately transforms the workplace and education settings into places of civility by empowering others to be a part of the solution. Her goal is to empower each employee to create a positive workplace environment.
Stay connected with Sejal:
Website: Www.trainxtra.com
LinkedIn: Sejal Thakkar
xoxo, Jessi
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Caroline lives by these mantras and her life is a testament to them. As a multiple career changer - from corporate, to acting, to entrepreneurship - she believes in taking control of what you desire at all costs. She has challenged the grind harder "sleep when you're dead" mentality and stepped into careers that, at each turn, she felt drawn to. She shares how she learned to create small steps to pivot in her career when it was no longer serving her, even if that meant taking a pay cut.
A little bit more about Caroline:
Caroline Ceniza-Levine is the founder of the Dream Career Club and a career coach, writer, and media personality on job market issues. A Senior Contributor to Forbes Leadership and an adjunct at Columbia University, Caroline helps experienced professionals in tech, media, financial services and other industries make a great living doing work they love.
Stay connected to Caroline:
Website: www.dreamcareerclub.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/ccenizalevine
xoxo, Jessi
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"I feel like I'm wilting." Hearing a women say this recently made me pause in my tracks. What a powerful word - wilting. I could see the visual - each time I didn't speak up - either at work or at home - a petal would fall off the flower. So in today's episode I dive into steps I've taken to go from wilting to thriving. Also, enjoy the cameo from Quinn at the end. :)
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Becca describes life prior to her diagnosis of autism as living with one eye closed. It wasn’t until a WebMD search, at the age of 36, that saved her from suicidal thoughts and she could finally begin to understand and name the things that made her different. In this episode she not only shares her pain and trauma over the years but how we can be better advocates and allies to those with invisible disabilities.
A little bit more about Becca:
BECCA LORY HECTOR, CAS, BCCS was diagnosed on the autism spectrum as an adult and has since become a dynamic autism advocate, consultant, speaker, and author. With a focus on living an active, positive life, her work includes autism & neurodiversity consulting; public speaking engagements; a monthly newsletter, “Monthly Musings”; two weekly YouTube livestreams, and being an Assistant Editor/Feature Writer for Spectrum Women Magazine. Becca has published multiple articles and books about life on the autism spectrum with the goal of spreading acceptance, building understanding, and encouraging self-advocacy. The creation of her international, grant-approved, virtual course for autistic adults, “Self Defined Living: A Path to a Quality Autistic Life”, is allowing her to help improve the lives of autistics in the now and on an almost daily basis. An animal lover with a special affinity for cats, Becca spends most of her free time with her many animals, her husband Antonio Hector, and their Emotional Support Animal (ESA), Sir Walter Underfoot. Sir Walter Underfoot travels, does woofing engagements, and has his very own Instagram to help share with the world his life as an ESA to an autistic adult.
Stay connected to Becca:
Website: www.beccalory.com
Facebook: Becca Lory CAS
Instagram: @beccaloryhector
xoxo, Jessi
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Today I dive into some recent moments where I've seen my daughters' use their voice to advocate for themselves & it got me thinking about all the moments in the past where I haven't advocated for myself. For those who may be unfamiliar with the term, imposter syndrome refers to the feelings of self-doubt and personal incompetence that persist despite your education, experience, and accomplishments - and the steps I’ve taken to overcome imposter syndrome day in and day out to be the best role model I can be for my kiddos (though, let’s be honest, they often prove to be role models for me!)
There's also a cameo of Lucy singing at the end - you don't want to miss it!
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From living a double life and struggling in silence to thriving, my dear friend Ashlee shares her truth about how her high risk pregnancy eventually opened many doors for her. By sharing her journey with others, it lessened the weight of carrying it alone for so long. Once her son was born, everything changed. She was able to see herself through a different lens and chose to step into the woman and life she knew her son deserved.
A little bit more about Ashlee:
She is an entrepreneur – Founder and Chief Engagement Officer of Our Forté, a company dedicated to helping non-profit and charitable organizations grow support, awareness and, ultimately, raise funds for those in need. She works with her clients to build a culture of support, and powerful connections between their donors and volunteers to achieve their fundraising and social justice goals. In doing this work, she recognized that these same lessons are desperately needed in the wider business community...especially as we grow more disconnected working in an online realm.
With that in mind, she launched “Teams with EDGE,” a program designed to bring the lessons of team encouragement and gratitude embraced by the most powerful charities to the business world.
She's on a mission to teach leaders that work doesn’t have to be so hard, providing them with the insights and skills to help create thriving, sustainable cultures which inspires their team, and helps them – and their businesses – succeed.
Stay connected to Ashlee:
Website: http://www.ourforte.ca
Instagram: @Ashlee.Livingstone
xoxo, Jessi
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Today, to acknowledge Pregnancy & Infant Loss Awareness Month (and the 7 year anniversary of my own pregnancy loss of Clark) I go deeper into some of the moments that stick out to me most when I think about my own pregnancy loss. I get emotional in this one team, so bear with me, but I dive into some of the stigma (only tell people you're pregnant after the 1st trimester!) that causes women to feel alone & isolated during a time when they need community the most. Bring some tissues for this one!
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If this pandemic taught us anything, it’s that we have this one life. This rings true for my dear friend Eve McDavid as she shares her experience after being diagnosed with cervical cancer. She is all too familiar with trying to navigate her new reality within her self defined bubble. It was when broke the wall of shame that she truly became the leader of her own life.
A little bit more about Eve:
FemTech entrepreneur, Eve McDavid, is a Google Strategy Executive and Stage IIB Cervical Cancer survivor. She began her career in media and technology 15 years ago at the beginning of the modern digital marketing era. In January 2020, Eve was diagnosed with cancer one month before her second baby was due. She underwent aggressive treatment in New York City during the rise of the COVID-19 Pandemic.
With her husband's unwavering devotion and the commitment of an unflappable care team, Eve reached remission in 2021. Forever transformed by Cervical Cancer, Eve is a passionate advocate for women's healthcare access and equity.
Stay connected to Eve:
Website: www.evemcdavid.com
Facebook: http://facebook.com/Imoffsocialmedia
LinkedIn: Eve-Mcdavid
Twitter: @EveMcdavid
xoxo, Jessi
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In our first episode since coming back from our summer hiatus, we jump into all things identity. In this episode, I dive into answering the question “Who Are You?” and why it can be so damn difficult to answer that question at times. I share vulnerably about my own struggle with my identity, when so much of my identity & worth has been tied to Google for so long, and how I’ve worked through some of that.
I hope you enjoy the conversation!
xoxo, Jessi
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(Previously aired 11/24/2020)
Today’s conversation is with Emily Adler Mosqueda, and we got super real about postpartum depression; what it is, when it happens, how long it can last, and why we need to change our perspective about it. We discussed the need to work on breaking stigmas, because mental health is not a weakness, and most importantly learning to love and accept ourselves where we are at.
A little bit more about Emily in her own words: I’m a native Oregonian, bilingual and bicultural pediatric speech-language pathologist with over ten years experience working with kids and their families birth to five. I work as a clinical supervisor for the University of Oregon. I’m a mom of two girls and my husband is a dr of Chinese medicine. You can continue to follow her on Instagram at @emily.adler.mosqueda.
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(Previously aired 8/18/2020)
“We believe the perception of perfection leads to isolation but VULNERABILITY births SOLIDARITY. “ —Jamina Bone
In a mash up of both a #MyTruthTuesday and a conversation with Jamina Bone, I share my epiphany around how when I'm in a downward spiral, the story I tell myself is that I can do this all on my own, I don't need help, and just how dangerous that can be (for me). I share a vulnerable moment around my feelings around asking for help. Which is then juxtaposed against my conversation with Jamina Bone, illustrator, community curator, and all around badass woman around the importance of community (which I wholeheartedly believe in!). Jamina shares with an openness & vulnerability around her story and why she's such a strong believer that your struggles as a mom don’t need to define you. You can be an imPERFECT parent and still be a good mom.
Jamina is an amazing human and you can find out more about her and her community at www.mommingwithtruth.com (check out the different ways to support or join her community!) or on Instagram @MommingWithTruth.
I hope you enjoy our conversation as much as I did!
xoxo,
Jessi
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(Previously aired 8/27/2020)
Today I had the honor of having a conversation with Sara & Misasha, the co-founders of the social justice podcast, Dear White Women. In our conversation, Sara & Misasha get raw & authentic about their own experiences with racial injustice and why leaning into this conversation isn't always easy but is so important.
Dear White Women is an award-winning weekly podcast dedicated to easing you into real and uncomfortable conversations about racial and social justice. The show is co-hosted by two half-Japanese, half-White mothers with very mixed race children, who believe that when we learn about our nation’s history and look more deeply at our personal experiences with race and identity, we gain the power to effect personal and systemic change.
xoxo, Jessi
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(Previously aired 8/4/2020)
For this #MyTruthTuesday, I go deeper in some moments where I've recognized I am suppressing my emotions, building up walls and share lessons I've learned from doing so. Most importantly, I share the mantra that keeps running through my head recently....Give yourself permission. Give yourself permission. It bears repeating because how many of us stop ourselves, build up walls, suppress emotions, before we give ourselves permission to feel?! I know I do!
xoxo, Jessi
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(Previously aired 7/23/2020)
Today I chat with Anastasia Washington who shares her story of how her anxiety manifested in an eating disorder. But at the heart of our conversation we talk about layers. We all have layers to ourselves, our emotions & how we internalize & externalize what's happening around us. When we can understand that about each other (and ourselves!) perhaps we can all be a bit more empathetic to one another.
You can follow Anastasia on her journey at https://www.anastasiawashington.com/ or listen to her (hilarious!) podcast Cereal Killer or follow her on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/anastasiawash/.
xoxo, Jessi
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(Previously aired 4/9/2020)
"Often the best gift you can give yourself is time alone - some time to ask yourself questions & listen quietly for answers." Katrina Mayer
Today on the podcast, I have the pleasure of talking with Kristin Swanson. Kristin is my kind of person...she's authentic and has this presence that just makes you want to become friends with her immediately. Kristin opens up & shares about her journey in coping with losing her mom, her journey with breast cancer and also about her decision to go alcohol free. In our conversation, we find connections across our two experiences, though widely different, there are common threads.
To follow Kristin's journey please find her at:
Web: https://kristinswansonconsulting.com/
Email: ks@kristinswansonconsulting.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/kristinswansoncoaching
Instagram: www.instagram.com/kristin_swanson_
Enjoy our conversation!
xoxo, Jessi
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(Previously aired 5/31/2020)
In the first episode, our host, Jessi Shuraleff, talks about the intention of This Is My Truth. A platform for honest, open conversations. The stories shared are not often spoken about or discussed, but once told, have the ability to shine a light on another perspective, or a much needed conversation. These stories may make us laugh, some may make us cry, but together, we will learn from one another and begin to heal. Because walls need to be torn down, masks need to come off, stories need to be heard in order our truths to be told. This is my Truth. Tell me Yours.
xoxo, Jessi
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Today I have, what I would call, a magical conversation with my friend Nicole Edwards. This chat is centered around my motto of "F*ck the handcuffs" and growing into who you really are while shedding the people-pleasing mentality we, at times, tend to adopt. Nicole shares her truth and journey about being curious in her own life and challenging her own thinking.
A bit about Nicole:
With a professional background in mental health and talent development that spans over 20 years, Nicole has been a catalyst for growth for people and organizations—working with thousands of individuals in educational, corporate and nonprofit settings.
Nicole dedicates her life’s work to cheering on others to live and work from a space that reflects their personalities, values and talents. With her inspired approach to teaching, Nicole has been afforded opportunities to design certificate and leadership courses, facilitate corporate retreats, speak at international conferences, write for well-known online publications and land a spot on the big red dot with her TEDx talk called In Your Eyes.
In 2019, Nicole created Edwards Authentic, a vision brought to life by providing transformative experiences for professional women. Through insightful content, workshops and retreats, Nicole aspires to create a sanctuary for women to flourish in their personal and professional endeavors.
As a passionate lifelong learner, Nicole is currently working on her doctorate at Florida Atlantic University. She holds the Certified Professional in Talent Development (CPTD) designation, the pinnacle of achievement in the talent development field.
Stay connected with Nicole:
Website: www.edwardsauthentic.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/edwardsauthentic
Instagram: @edwardsauthentic
xoxo, Jessi
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Today I talk with my friend Makini Smith as she shares her truth. She explains how our stories are shaped and molded through our own perspective based on our upbringing and surroundings. She shares a story about her upbringing and how it has impacted the relationships she found herself in and the work she's done to reflect and understand how that's, in turn, impacted the world around her. Towards the end of our conversation, Makini: the "come back queen", touches on resilience and how in order to fully understand what true resilience was, she had to be willing to put in the work.
A bit more about Makini:
I am an award-winning entrepreneur and proud founder of A Walk in My Stilettos. As a mindset coach, I have created a successful business focused on personal development and helping women thrive. I am also a certified Proctor Gallagher consultant, a podcast host, a 4-time author, and a social media influencer.
My goal is to help people improve the quality of life while spreading awareness about the importance of mindset. To date, I have shared my expertise on global media platforms, including Chatelaine, xoNecole, iHeart Radio, CBC, Vice News, a Times Square billboard, and more.
In 2018, I was nominated for the Peoples Choice Award for Best Black Canadian Podcaster as host of the 5-star rated ‘A Walk in My Stilettos’ podcast. Now one of the top 2% most popular podcasts globally, it focuses on inspiring women to conquer their fears, own their stories, and strengthen their resilience.
I am a 4-time nominee for the RBC Women Entrepreneur Awards. In the 2018 Canadian Election, I ran for Provincial Parliament to enact positive change and lead by example.
Stay connected with Makini:
Website: www.awalkinmystilettos.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/makini.smith
Instagram: @therealmakinismith
xoxo, Jessi
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Today I talk with my friend, Angela Engel on the topic of breastfeeding. I wanted to have this conversation for many reasons, but mostly because I feel like breastfeeding as a whole can be so stigmatized. At the end of the day, it's an area and topic that's so emotionally charged and I appreciated Angela for sharing her perspective so authentically...along with some laughs. I truly think, no matter where you're at in your journey, past or present, there are many moments we could all relate to.
A bit more about Angela:
When Angela Engel launched The Collective Book Studio she wanted to build a different kind of publishing business, one that adhered to the author’s vision every step of the way. Her experience in traditional publishing allows her to introduce beautiful books into the world, and she brings her passion for reading and sharing new ideas into every new project she undertakes.
Angela grew up in Minneapolis, MN, and now calls Oakland, CA, home. For many years she worked in sales and marketing for nationally known category leaders in publishing. Now, with The Collective Book Studio, she has the opportunity to provide authors the support they need to get a book out into the world, from start to finish.
Stay connected with Angela:
Website: www.thecollectivebook.studio
Instagram: @thecollectivebookstudio
xoxo, Jessi
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Recently I got my first 1 star review on Apple Podcasts, and today I dive into my reaction to reading it & what I've learned about myself and my relationship to feedback or feedforward as my friend, Melissa McGowan (check out her episode!) says. I leave you all with 4 questions to ask yourself when you get feedback - whether personally or professionally.
I hope you enjoy!
xoxo,
Jessi
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Today I talk with Regan Walsh, who I connected with over Instagram, and instantly knew we would be great friends because the first thing she did was send me a personal video to introduce herself. I appreciated so much that she got personal with me in such a virtual world and knew she would bring a "keep it real" attitude to our conversation and allow herself to be honest and vulnerable.
In our conversation, Regan walks us through why her truth is wrapped up in shame and how it relates to her current business and brand that she's worked so hard to build.
A bit more about Regan:
Regan Walsh is an NYU-certified executive and life coach who focuses on helping women who are overprogrammed and underwhelmed to reclaim their lives, both personally and professionally. She contributes to Harvard Business Review and Forbes, and has been featured in Fast Company, NBC.com, Today, and Real Simple.
She has coached thousands of women through her one-on-one and group coaching programs, and she is regularly asked to give keynotes, facilitate workshops, and speak on panels for Fortune 500 companies. She has done so for clients like Freddie Mac, Nike, Intuit, and JPMorgan.
Heart Boss, her first book, was published earlier this year.
Regan is located in Columbus, Ohio, and coaches people from all over the world.
Stay connected with Regan:
Website: www.reganwalsh.com/heartboss
Facebook: www.facebook.com/ReganWalshLifeCoach
Instagram: @reganwalsh_lifecoach
xoxo, Jessi
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Today I'm introducing you to my friend Sarah Devereaux. We go way back to our beginnings of working at Google together and I'm really excited we recently reconnected. In our conversation, we talk about our individual experiences of leaving Google as she shares with us her truth - that her identity is no longer tied to her career at Google, and what that looks like for her.
We spend time talking about what it is that defines us as women and why. And she brings us a personal story about her family and I am couldn't be more grateful that she trusted me enough to share that part of her journey.
A bit more about Sarah:
Sarah spent 14 years in the Learning and Leadership Development space at Google. Some of her more recent roles included: Head of Executive Development Programs, Head of Strategic Initiatives for The Google School for Leaders, and Global Lead of the g2g (Googlers-to-Googlers) program.
Sarah started Third Coast Coaching in 2019 and has been coaching and facilitating for more than a decade on a variety of topics, including: resilience, wellbeing, innovation, self-awareness, leadership, complexity theory, systems thinking, and more. Sarah has a passion for learning and helping individuals and organizations to realize their full potential. She is particularly passionate about coaching senior women leaders in traditionally male-dominated industries, like tech, finance, and manufacturing.
Sarah also leads Marketing and Customer Success for a SaaS startup, Murmur, where she's helping to build the first comprehensive system of record for working agreements. Murmur is all about helping teams agree to work better together in a way that builds psychological safety, creates a sense of belonging, and places equal value on ideas no matter where they come from.
Originally from the great state of Michigan, Sarah now lives in Boulder, CO with her family.
Stay connected with Sarah via her website https://thirdcoastcoaching.com/
Please reach out to us and let us know what resonated with you!
xoxo, Jessi
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I just hit my 6 month mark since leaving Google and today I reflected on the lessons I've learned since leaving. I talk about all the things - the good, the bad & the ugly. Get ready for some truth bombs.
I hope you enjoy the conversation!
xoxo,
Jessi
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Today I talk with my friend Manuel Astruc, and I so appreciated our conversation because he is really honest about his journey and experiences. So often, men are living the lives we, as women, thought they'd always dreamed of. Yet, there's something inside so many that craves more. Rather than talking about it, we numb ourselves to it - from doing mundane things like Netflix-ing and staying in bed to more extreme ways like alcoholism. Even though from the outside looking in we seem to "have it all."
A bit more about Manuel:
Manuel Astruc is an experienced board certified psychiatrist with over 20 years of experience and 50,000 hours helping individual face to face.
His own struggles with burnout, addiction and depression inspired him to start Your Next Act, his coaching program for high performing entrepreneurs suffering from stress and burnout. The outside world sees one side of a successful entrepreneur, but there is another side to success. From stressed out to burnt out to numbed out, high-achievers pay a price for their success that they keep to themselves.
Manuel takes what he’s learned working in the field, his work as an entrepreneur and his own life experiences and brings it to entrepreneurs to help them feel their best and perform their best at home and in their business.
Dr. Astruc helps others recognize how focusing on their mental fitness translates into greater success, both in life and in business.
Stay connected with Manuel at:
Website: www.manuelastruc.com
Facebook: https://fb.me/ManuelAstrucCoaching
xoxo, Jessi
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Today I share about a recent moment where I almost didn't stand strong & speak my truth. I didn't want to. It made me uncomfortable and all of my people pleasing sh*t was coming up. But it was a moment where I needed to stand up for my daughter and highlight exclusive behaviors, and even though it was to advocate on her behalf, I still didn't want to do it. But as I dive into during the conversation, that moment of standing strong - of advocating for myself and for those I love - those moments are priceless. Because when you're able to stand strong & speak your truth - nothing can stop you.
I hope you enjoy!
xoxo,
Jessi
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Today during my conversation with my friend, Lizzi Cutler we talk a lot about "coming into our own" and becoming comfortable with who we are, regardless of the fear or judgments that others put on us and that we, at times, put on ourselves.
A bit more about Lizzi in her own words:
As an intuitive healer, I work with clients to evolve the way they mentally and physically respond to stress. I receive specific information about how to improve their primary relationships, allowing clients to soak up the love instead of being stuck in frustration.
Stay connected with Lizzi:
Website: www.lizzicutler.com
Instagram: @lizzicutler
Facebook: www.facebook.com/lizzisueyoga
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Today I talk with my very good friend, Melissa MacGowan as she shares her journey with early menopause and what that experience was like as a corporate leader and how that manifested in a way for her to take a big leap of faith, despite being the bread winner in her family, and leave corporate to venture off on her own and lean in to her passions more.
A bit more about Melissa in her own words:
I’m Melissa MacGowan - wife and mother of four - 20 year veteran in corporate people and culture - and someone who experienced an energy crisis and premature menopause. It was at this point that I realized I needed to make some changes for myself, my career and my family. One of my biggest learnings was to discover my energy leaks - the areas of my work that were draining me in unnecessary and unproductive ways. To cut to the chase, the clarity I gained resulted in the creation of a toolkit to help myself and others out of this energy leaking cycle, to become better leaders and enjoy life. This is now my mission and why I started Go To Grow. Go To Grow helps you navigate the rocky road towards greater growth through boosting engagement, reducing burnout risk factors and fueling your impact in leadership and in your life.
Stay connected with Melissa on Instagram @go.to.grow
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Today I dive into my own journey with asking for help. It's been a long one, if I'm honest. I used to pride myself when people would tell me I was so strong & independent. One of my go-to stories is that I've got it all myself. But here's the thing I've had to learn - asking for help isn't a weakness, it's actually a strength.
I hope you enjoy!
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Today I talk with my friend, Melissa Lyons about finding clarity amongst the chaos. During our conversation, she shares with us what she and her husband are going through and we discuss how, oftentimes, as women, we feel our story isn't significant enough. Her ability to speak her truth is uncanny and she brings true authenticity and realness to how much of a rollercoaster life really can be.
A bit more about Melissa:
Melissa Lyons is an international best-selling author, speaker and life coach who helps people learn to calm the busy and sometimes overwhelmed thoughts that race through their minds. Melissa has an uncanny ability to help people find clarity amidst chaos and she shows them how to get what they want. Quite simply, she will inspire you to wake up each morning with a sense of happiness and excitement about your day.
How to stay connected with Melissa:
Website: https://melissa-lyons.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MelissaLyonsAuthor/
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How many of us were told to get good grades, go to the good school, get a good job, get married (if you want), have a family (if you want) and you should be happy? I bet a lot of you are raising your hands right now. Today's episode breaks this myth down. Because I've talked to a lot of women who 'have it all' and we're not f'ing happy. So how do we turn that around? Glad you asked...tune in and find out!
xoxo,
Jessi
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Today I talk with my friend, ReGina Smithwick as she shares her journey of removing her mask after 50 years and owning her truth of being adopted. In our conversation, we talk about how she went from breakdown to breakthrough.
A bit more about ReGina:
She was born in Harlem, NY raised in Mount Vernon, NY via Teaneck, NJ. Now resides in Winterville, NC with her three children Regina, Franklin Jr. and Dillon. She is a professional organizer and certified life coach. Last year, she started her business Smithwick Solutions LLC that offers organizational services. She also hosts and produces the Facebook talk show "Let's Talk". Plus she just became a published author of the book titled "Adoption: The Unknown Blessing". She attended Virginia State University and received her Master of Science degree in Organizational Leadership from National University. Last but not least, she is a proud member of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc.
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Facebook: Smithwick Solutions
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Today I dive into a recent moment I had out with the girls and I was yet again reminded, leading with compassion, empathy & curiosity is much better than being an asshole. So don't be an asshole. ;-)
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Today I talk with my dear friend, Tiffany Huff-Strothers as she shares how she was able to take her own power back by rediscovering herself after an abusive relationship. She walks us through her experience with homelessness and how establishing a dynamic morning routine and using the notion of "Being Famous at Home" helped her get through a difficult season.
A bit more about Tiffany:
Tiffany Huff-Strothers, also known as “The Bounce Back Guide” is a Wife, Mother, Christian Life Coach passionate about helping women rebuild their lives after setbacks. As Host of The Bounce Back Blueprint Podcast + Award-Winning Author, she is helping women bounce back and transform their lives daily. Tiffany is also CEO of When She Thrives, a community-based organization dedicated to empowering single mothers to move their families from poverty to prosperity through advocacy, education, personal and professional development.
In 2017, she published two books: 30 Day Stay: A Story of Escaping Death, Healing From Heartbreak & Finding Hope in Homelessness, and EmpowerMoments for the Everyday Woman A 31 Day Devotional to Empower Your Womanhood. Additionally, through When She Thrives, she worked with dozens of single mothers to publish Scenes From A Single Mom Volumes I and II +III.
Tiffany studied Communication + Professional Writing at Carlow University and Higher Education Management at The University of Pittsburgh Graduate School of Education.
In her spare time, you can catch her in the stands cheering for her sons, curled up with a good book, or in the kitchen trying new recipes with her husband.
Stay connected with Tiffany here:
Website: www.tiffanyhuffexperience.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/thetiffanyhuff
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xoxo, Jessi
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Today I share about moments in my life when I've turned off vulnerability & only focused on things I knew I'd be good at. Turns out, while that's a great way to be "successful" from an outside perspective, it's not actually how you create connections - with yourself or with others.
xoxo, Jessi
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Today I talk to my friend, Wendi Hatton as she shares her journey with late-term miscarriage. We talk about how her passion to connect and collaborate with others grew once she allowed herself to be vulnerable, stand in her truth, and find the proper support system. In that, she began laying the foundation for her business of helping and supporting other entrepreneurs build successful businesses.
A bit more about Wendi:
Wendi Hatton is a Business Growth Coach and LinkedIn Specialist, helping entrepreneurs build lucrative businesses and cultivate powerful collaborations while using her proprietary Max L.E.A.D.S. Formula and Compassionate Selling Method, so they can increase their leads and up-level their sales. A Navy veteran, Wendi was named Woman of the Year (2015-2016), and received the honorarium of VIP Member, by the National Association of Professional Women. She was also featured in the Fall 2015 issue of the Women of Distinction Magazine. A professional clarinetist, Wendi resides in Springfield, Virginia with her husband and has two grown children, a daughter-in-law, and a granddaughter living in NJ and NYC.
How you can connect with Wendi:
Website: www.wendihatton.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/collaboratetocash
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It's national infertility awareness week and today I'm sharing a moment that I experienced while at Google and going through IVF. Even if you haven't experienced infertility yourself, this episode is still for you because 1 in 8 couples deals with infertility, so someone you know has experienced it. In the conversation, I also reference my blog post which you can read here: https://www.jessishuraleff.com/stories-source/infertilityatwork
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Today I talk to my friend, Justin Breen about how he took a leap of faith into entrepreneurship to become the CEO of the PR firm BrEpic Communications and author of the No. 1 International Best-Selling Book, Epic Business.
A bit more about Justin:
Justin is hard-wired to seek out and create viral, thought-provoking stories that the media craves. And he finds the best stories when he networks with visionary entrepreneurs and executives who understand the value of investing in themselves and their businesses. Justin believes strongly in the power of introductions and creates important relationships through those introductions. He is an extremely active member of Entrepreneurs' Organization, Strategic Coach and Abundance 360, and he has an incredible global network of visionaries and exceptional businesses.
You can connect with Justin on Twitter @justinbreen
xoxo, Jessi
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"Everyone wants to celebrate the underdog, but no one wants to be him" Ani DiFranco
Today I take l the mask and share what's been going on under the hood since leaving Google - it's ALL . THE . THINGS. But here's the thing, we so often only celebrate the successes - no one ever talks about the pivots and stops that one needs to take before they're "successful." and I'm calling BS. So here's to honesty, learning to pivot & getting things right (but mostly not right ;-)).
xoxo, Jessi
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Today I chat with my friend, Mitzi Rivas about how she was able to step into her leadership role by leaning into her most authentic self. In our conversation, we discuss what we've learned from holding back and how it can block our own success and keeps the handcuffs on those that we want to serve the most.
A bit more about Mitzi in her own words:
In 2005, I came across a pair of beautiful, handmade kids shoes designed like little red foxes. I held them in my hand, admiring the fine details — the care and craftsmanship, the creative yet timeless design — and something inside me shifted. I sensed that I could merge my purpose with inspiring products. I had found my path to joy.
It meant stepping off the manicured path, into a wilder and uncertain place. I didn’t know exactly where it would lead; but knew that this path would fill my heart, energize my mind, make my heart race with thrill and fear while giving me the courage to take the leap.
Today, that same maverick spirit is at the heart of Livie and Luca, a beloved apparel brand known for their daring, imaginative designs that support kids’ well-being, inside and out.
But more than that, Livie & Luca is a vibrant community of people who do things differently, who create space to hear each other and be heard, who courageously seek their own paths to joy.
Mitzi invites you to join the movement.
You can connect with Mitzi on Instagram @Livieandluca, @mitzirivas
Check out the website: livieandluca.com
Or on Facebook! Livie & Luca, Mitzi Rivas
xoxo, Jessi
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Over the holiday weekend, my FIL said to my husband, "I'm surprised you're not trying for a boy." Cue all my shit. Right?! So today I dove into sharing some tips and strategies I've used over the past few years to address those annoying micro-aggressions head on in a kind & loving way.
Enjoy!
xoxo, Jessi
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Today I talk to my friend, Jessica Faath who shares how she had to lean into her own intuition when her priorities shifted. In our conversation, we discuss what it's like to advocate for yourself in corporate America in order to be better aligned with your life's greatest desires.
A bit more about Jessica in her own words:
Hi, I’m Jessica Faath (she/her pronouns) and I hold space for women to grow into leadership roles, to put their talent to work and move their life into the next level.
At the age of 17, I was given a second chance. As I watched my body recover from near death, I became aware that each day was a new chance to be a leader in my own life.
With 20 years in a corporate management role and a lifetime of volunteer experience coaching and mentoring young women, I serve women by helping them learn to use their voices as change agents. My clients benefit from a Masters in Business education, professional project management & sales experience as well as many lessons learned living and working in Europe.
In my personal life, I am the mother of two boys, living with my family in Michigan. Aside from career and family, I am also a living example of how when you get out of your own way and share your story, you give your gifts to others.
“You’re not a victim for sharing your story, you are a survivor setting the world on fire with your truth. And you never know who needs your light, your warmth and your courage.”
~ Alex Elle
You can connect with Jessica on Instagram @jessicafaathconsulting or by email at jessicafaath@gmail.com
xoxo, Jessi
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Tomorrow is the 1 year anniversary of the podcast!! Cue the trumpets & champagne please! Today in reflecting back on the last 365 days, I read the poem "Our deepest Fear" by Marianne Williamson and it struck me how close to home that poem really hit. While yes, I have fear of rejection, of judgement, of inadequacy, a lot of the work I've done over the last year is becoming comfortable with the uncomfortable. And in doing so, I had to give myself the permission to be awesome. To be authentically me - even if that made other people uncomfortable. I share some stories (when do I not?!) and also some techniques I've used to get myself over this hump.
xoxo, Jessi
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Today I talk to my friend, Amber Frauenholtz, who shares her journey of leaving corporate America and following her passions to support new mamas feel alive & restore from postpartum depletion. In our conversation we touch on how after giving birth, Amber felt like she was struggling to tie her identities together & that feeling of pressure that so many women feel of trying to be the best mom/employee/wife. We talk about her decision to leave a 6 figure salary, stock & financial comfort to pursue joy & the feeling of being unable to talk to anyone about her feelings because she felt so ashamed of wanting a different life. Man, there is SO much I could relate to in my conversation with Amber and I think you will too.
A bit more about Amber in her own words:
Amber is a certified Nutritional Therapy Practitioner (NTP), Integrative Nutrition Health Coach, Disney World fanatic, and mom of 4 year old James and 2.5 year old Griffin.
After being blindsided by the intensity of new motherhood Amber began a journey to re-build her identity and heal from postpartum depletion - a syndrome that describes the toll pregnancy, birth, and postpartum take on the body. This eventually led to her leaving her corporate job of 7 years to pursue a coaching business supporting new moms. She is passionate about helping others avoid the nutritional depletion and stress that accompanies giving birth in our culture today.
Find her at amberdawnwellness.com or on Instagram @amberdawn_wellness.
xoxo, Jessi
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One of the biggest reasons we don't speak & live our truths is due to fear. Fear of rejection/judgement/criticism. Today I get vulnerable & I dive into some memories/moments that have shaped why I lived the better part of 30+ years being terrified of using my voice and speaking my truths and how I began to overcome them.
As always, I hope you enjoy the conversation!
xoxo,
Jessi
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Today I talked to my badass friend, Katie Allen, who is making her second appearance on the podcast. This time, we talk about how after being let go of her corporate job, she had a choice - she could stay within her zone of excellence or take a leap and move into her zone of genius. Guess which she did?! ;-) She is now kicking ass & taking names in the personal styling space.
Katie & I also announce a collaboration between the two of us because there are so many synergies between feeling confident in who you are & being able to find your voice, own your story & speak your truth. I am launching a Storytelling Collective on Friday, April 2nd. If you opt into this collective by Thursday, April 1st at midnight (EST), I will be GIFTING you a personal styling session with Katie. To learn more go to www.jessishuraleff.com.
xoxo, Jessi
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Today, to celebrate the 100th episode, I bring back Greg (who has asked to be called the husband not my husband) to share his truth about the last year. We laugh, we cry & we celebrate. A big THANK YOU to my listeners & community for joining me over the last 100 episodes. I couldn't have done it without each and every one of you. xoxo, Jessi
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Today I give you a peek into my own network of Awesome Ladies who has been with me every step of the way during this leap from Google. These ladies are my rocks and also push me to continue to grow. Everyone needs a safey net - this is mine. Kristin, Dot & Melissa each have taken their own leaps at different parts of their careers and lives. Each of us brings a different perspective. Today we dive into what F*ck the Handcuffs means to each of us.
I hope you enjoy the conversation as much as I did!
xoxo,
Jessi
About Kristin: Kristin Swanson helps Thought Leaders execute their “someday when” procrastinated projects with ease. As a breast cancer survivor & Coaches Institute trained Coach, Kristin has learned the importance of getting out of one’s own way and stop waiting until “someday” to make a unique impact. Realizing deeply that “you only live once,” she has gained perspective, tools and strategies to overcome the illusions fear instills in us.
Instagram: @kristin_swanson_
About Dot: Dot Rock is a CPA, HR Professional and business strategist who helps business owners focus on their passions and leave the minutiae of accounting and HR to the experts.
After earning her BA in Accounting, Dot worked for KPMG International as a financial statement auditor and passed the CPA exam. She served in many top level Finance Director roles and worked in public accounting for Fortune 500 companies before realizing that her true passion was people, not being lost in spreadsheet land. Accounting and HR aren’t rocket science… but Dot was briefly the business manager of a rocket engine test facility. She then became an HR Director and now uses her combined experiences to help businesses thrive. Small businesses often fail because managing people and finances aren’t their jam. This is where Dot excels. With a firsthand understanding of scaling and growth, she works her magic by finding patterns, implementing systems, and interpreting behaviors at work. Dot can truly help you connect the DOTS.
In her spare time, Dot is passionate about Crossfit, outdoor adventures and flying. She’s dynamic and vibrant in every way and will help your business be the same. She also writes a blog: oxygenfirst.com - encouraging everyone to focus on their needs and desires first, before taking care of others.
Instagram - dot_rock_
About Melissa: In addition to being a pancake addict and self-made tribe wrangler (mother of 4), Melissa is the founder of Go to Grow Consulting and Podcast Community.
She is a leadership coach obsessed with real and messy growth. She knows how draining it can be to navigate the soup of life, working really hard yet feeling like there is no time to get it all done let alone prioritise yourself. She is on a mission to support teams and leaders become Chief Energy Officers so they can perform at their peak AND have mojo to spare. She has coached thousands of people globally after two decades in People and Culture her purpose is to enable inclusion by equipping emerging and female leaders with skills to optimise energy and impact helping them stay and change the game.
Melissa is based in Australia.
Instagram: @go.go.grow
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The title of today's episode is a quote from Brene Brown that reads "When we Deny Our Stories, they Define Us. When We Own Our Stories, We Get to Write the Ending." Today I dive into why I laugh when people tell me I'm so brave for sharing my story (because for so many years I kept it bottled inside) and how for me, the bravery wasn't in sharing it with others, it was owning my story for myself.
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In my conversation with Morgan, she opens up about the struggles she faced with postpartum depression after the birth of her second child. She also discusses the even darker life phase she experienced when she learned about the sexual abuse her brother experienced throughout his childhood. We have an authentic conversation about big, painful emotions and how Morgan was able to work through hers, and now help others do the same!
Today we cover:
1) How important it is to not shut down the thing that are most important in favor of unrealistic expectations
2) That joy is always burning in our lives and working to maintain our joy will help us through the heavy and uncomfortable emotions we are going to face
3) The practice of gratitude as a tool to overcome hardship
Morgan Ruff works with wild women and wild souls who somehow got lost in the woods. She guides them back to their intuition so that they can trust themselves and stand more clearly in their own center. She does this by exploring the wild nature of our feelings, thoughts and beliefs and how these inform our life actions. By digging into themselves, women find the freedom to live a life more authentically aligned with their wildest nature and truest dreams.
Morgan is a momma of 2 wild girls and lives in Mount Vernon, Washington where she spends her days working for a tribal community facilitating endangered species recovery for our beloved pacific northwest salmon and killer whales. Through her life she’s been a kayak guide in Alaska, a boat captain, naturalist, elite level cyclist, and has climbed the summit to some of the notable peaks in the area. Currently she is navigating homeschooling, work, and a coaching business, all of which are guided by her core desired feelings.
Follow her and drop a DM on Instagram @morganruffuplift.
If you’re looking for more direct support feel free to check out her website https://www.morganruff.com/
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Today I share a moment that I recently shared with my oldest daughter who will be 5 in a few weeks. We were at a playground and she and a friend started to get picked on by older kids. By the end of the interaction, my 4.5 year old had the 7+ year olds committing to another outdoor playdate the following day. What can we all learn from her? Being curious, asking questions...this leads to connection.
xoxo, Jessi
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Today in my conversation with Mike, we discuss how discovering your purpose in life sounds like a simple task, but sometimes requires trial and error, experiencing failure, and trying new things!
In today's episode, we cover:
1) How Mike's discovery of his purpose came after he experienced a large failure, but instead of letting the failure define him, he turned it (unknowingly!) into something greater
2) That we don't want to defined in a way that makes our worth conditional. It's difficult to challenge that notion, but in the process we get to fall in love with ourselves.
3) A mini coaching experience with Mike Iamele!
Mike Iamele is a Life Purpose Expert + Brand Strategist.
With his proprietary Sacred Branding® system, he’s helped hundreds of people to connect the dots between their lived experiences to find the common threads that explain their subconscious motivations, unique genius, and life purpose.
People use this work for all kinds of things — from branding and building a business, to exploring identity and sexuality, to finding their artistic voice, to even re-discovering themselves after a life-altering event, like divorce or retirement.
Mike’s also the author of Enough Already: Create Success on Your Own Terms (Conari Press 2015). He’s shared his provocative and vulnerable take on life in dozens of magazines, podcasts, and online publications, including a personal interview with NPR about his viral story on rethinking sexuality in his first same-sex relationship.
Prior to Sacred Branding®, at only 22 years old, Mike co-founded Torch Communications, a boutique public relations firm, specializing in healthcare and disruptive technology. He currently lives in Somerville, MA, with his husband and two adorable dogs.
You can find Mike online: https://mikeiamele.com/map
On Instagram & Facebook
I hope you enjoy the conversation!
xoxo, Jessi
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Today I share about the mind f*ck I've been on since leaving Google on January 4th. I share some moments and memories that I've never shared with anyone before that helped me realize that while I'm scared of failure, I'm terrified of being successful and how that has kept me back.
Also, don't forget to check out the Unwind Your Mind Virtual Retreat - which launches March 1st. You can reserve your spot to get access to the conversations here: https://melissa-lyons.com/uymr-jessi-shuraleff
xoxo, Jessi
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Tammy left her career as a registered nurse to stay home and raise her four children. It turned out that she could only take so much Sesame Street and returned to her first love—writing. Tammy spent a few years working solely in fiction then switched gears to non-fiction while she practiced as a life coach and writing coach. After her third child came out as transgender, she focused her work on helping parents of transgender kids, blogging, and writing mainstream articles. She continues to return to her love of writing both fiction and non-fiction. When not at her desk, Tammy can be found hiking in the Rocky Mountains with her family and beloved cavapoo Milo.
In today's episode we cover:
1) How discovering that her son was transgender helped Tammy dive deep into herself to learn who she truly was
2) The best way to support others is through educating yourself (and others) on the topic to increase your understanding
3) No matter what you do you're going to be judged, so you might as well be judged for doing what you know is the right thing to do
You can find Tammy:
https://www.tammyplunkett.com/
Instagram @tammyplunkett
Facebook @tammyplunkettauthor
I hope you enjoy the conversation!
xoxo, Jessi
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What if we changed the narrative on courage and it mean that we unequivocally put ourselves first. Not waiting until something happens that forces us to put ourselves first. To me, that is the definition of courage. Because in a world that says humans/mothers/parents/leaders need to put themselves last, having the courage to flip the script & boldly claim that you are putting yourself first - unequivocally - is courageous. Today I talk about this and also give some tips on how to practically do this.
I also announced that I was asked to be a speaker of the (virtual!) Unwind Your Mind Retreat - which launches March 1st. You can reserve your spot to get access to the conversations here: https://melissa-lyons.com/uymr-jessi-shuraleff
xoxo, Jessi
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Marisa Donnelly is a writer, editor, teacher, and CEO of Be A Light Collective and Donnelly's Daily Apple Homeschool, educational companies/communities dedicated to inclusion and relationship-building.
She is the founder of Momish Moments, a vertical dedicated to empowering journeys of motherhood, the co-founder of Step By Step Parents, a resource platform for blended families, and the host of the VulnerABILITY Podcast.
In today's conversation, Marisa opens up about her journey into motherhood and how the pandemic has changed and influenced her relationship with herself, motherhood, her step son, and her fiancé.
In this conversation we cover:
1) The importance of recognizing that we aren't always going to make the right choice, and our circumstances may lead us on a long and difficult journey at times, but if we lead with love we'll always be heading in the right direction.
2) How Marisa took her roles and responsibilities and was able to blend them together to find her purpose - and we can do that too!
3) Communication is the key to success, and asking for help is not a weakness.
In addition to all the great places listed above, you can follow Marisa on Instagram @_marisadonnelly | @momishmoments and Facebook
I hope you enjoy the conversation!
xoxo, Jessi
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Today I share about several moments in my life where I've acted as part of a herd mentality (herd mentality describes how people can be influenced by their peers to adopt certain behaviors on a largely emotional, rather than rational, basis) and how taking the leap from Google may have been the first time in my life where I've truly & intentionally broken free from that mentality.
Enjoy!
xoxo,
Jessi
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Trystan Reese is an established thought leader, educator, and speaker, focusing on issues of diversity, equity, and inclusion. He is a professionally trained anti-racism facilitator and curriculum designer, studying under Rev. Dr. Jamie Washington at the Social Justice Training Institute. Trystan has also been organizing with the trans community for nearly two decades and has been on the frontlines of this generation’s biggest fights for LGBTQ justice.
Trystan launched onto the global stage as “the pregnant man” in 2017 when his family’s unique journey gained international media attention. He was invited to give closing performances for The Moth Mainstage in Portland, Albuquerque, and Brooklyn; a video of the Brooklyn event has garnered over 2.5 million views. Trystan partnered with many major media outlets, including CNN, NBC, People, and Buzzfeed, to bring his message of love and resilience to the mainstream.
The founder of Collaborate Consulting, Trystan provides customized training solutions for individuals, organizations, and communities interested in social justice. He has trained hundreds of medical providers on LGBTQ inclusion, has delivered keynotes at dozens of conferences and convenings, and is releasing his first book in the spring of 2021.
He is married to his partner Biff and they live in Portland, Oregon with their three kids: Lucas, Hailey, and Leo. They are very happy.
In today's conversation we cover:
1) How the current societal gender norms are rigid and harm many people, not just those in the LGBTQ+ community
2) Everyone wants to be seen and heard, and the best way to communicate our wants and needs is by listening and understanding, even if we don't like what is being said
3) We each need to do the work to develop our personal resiliency and recognize that hard conversations are not a threat (as our brain would sometimes have us believe), but instead are opportunities for us to learn and grow
Be sure to check out Trystan on Instagram @biffandi, Facebook, and his website https://collaborate.consulting
I hope you enjoy the conversation!
xoxo, Jessi
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Today I talk about leadership & before you hit skip, let me be clear...if you are a human on this earth, you are a leader. As leaders, I think our default is to carry the weight of our team on our shoulders. Shoulder their worry, their hurt and there are many times that is needed, but not all the time. I share a recent example of when I showed up as a leader & allowed others to show up as well.
xoxo,
Jessi
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Deirdre is a kick ass Corporate Finance Leader, Mom of 2 and Reiki enthusiast. After battling burn out both from a motherhood and corporate perspective, Deirdre is excited to share her story of coming back from burn-out to living in alignment and joy.
In today's discussion, we cover:
1) Learning to listen to the signs that you're pushing too hard to avoid burnout
2) Advocating for your needs in a corporate environment. You are allowed to have boundaries and change the narrative!
3) Identifying and overcoming fears while also learning to be vulnerable and connect with your team
You can find Deirdre on Linked-In and Instagram @dyuzwa2021
xoxo, Jessi
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"We delight in the beauty of the butterfly but rarely admit the change it has gone through to achieve that beauty." - Maya Angelou
The comparison game - we all do it, but it sucks, doesn't it? Today, I dive into a story about a lesson I learned from reading a letter that was written to my grandfather over 20 years ago about regrets. Life is too short to live with regrets. What are you doing today to make one of your dreams a reality?
xoxo,
Jessi
xoxo, Jessi
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Sara is a career change coach for millennial professionals who are unhappy in their jobs or careers. Most of her clients are in jobs they worked hard for and thought would make them happy, but they're finding themselves exhausted and increasingly miserable.
They know they need to do something to change their situation and know this line of work isn’t for them, but don't know what to do about it. There’s a lot of confusion and 'I don’t knows'. They’re wondering how to get from where they're at now to a life they enjoy. All they know is their job may look great on paper, but feels terrible to them.
Sara helps them gain the clarity they’re searching for on what they want to do to change their current work to a career that brings them greater fulfillment and happiness and get the confidence to take action and go after it!
In today's discussion, we cover:
- Self-worth is independent of your titles and accomplishments, it just is
- Fear (of judgment, failure, etc.) is often a motivating factor for what we are doing in life, but we need to step back from that fear and find what our authentic self is and live for that
- The work of acceptance comes from within, and we can use that to choose which spaces we navigate towards and those we shy away from
- You do not have to justify your existence with a title
Sara states: "I'm only able to be able to help others with this because it's a path I had to walk for myself. I was right there too, feeling conflicted, frustrated, disappointed asking, 'Is this all there is? I worked so hard to get here, but it’s not what I thought it would be.' Prior to being a coach, I ran a social impact startup, worked for a global top management consultancy, worked for the United Nations in Europe and pushed my way through a Masters degree at the London School of Economics. And only after hitting a wall of unhappiness and stress-induced illness was I willing to take a look at what was really going on inside me. All of this was really done from a place of needing to be "successful" to prove myself and feel "good enough." My choices really had very little to do with who I am, what felt good to me and what I genuinely wanted. And I had to learn how to navigate the world in a new way, honoring those things...starting with uncovering what they even are!"
Sara is a contributing writer of career guidance on Forbes.com and has her own blog.
You can also follow Sara on Instagram @sarayoungwang and Facebook
xoxo, Jessi
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"The time is always right to do what is right." Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
Today I dive deep into a question posed to me on Instagram: "Do you find it hard to understand where others are coming from based on your background? Do you get blind sighted by cultural experiences you didn't know growing up?" These are good f'ing questions and I dig deep into explaining my upbringing, getting honest about my privilege & how it was with this foundation that I have been able to learn of & unlearn a lot of my biases in order to come into conversations with an open mind & open heart.
I hope you enjoy the conversation!
xoxo,
Jessi
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With 18 years in the hospitality and event industry, Dallas has been directing some of the most prominent and influential hospitality teams in downtown Toronto while producing first-class events. Today she lives in Hamilton, Ontario and she is the VP of Sales and Special Events at Equal Parts Hospitality. She also offers corporate consulting and coaching mentorship services with a focus on hospitality, leadership and lifestyle.
Dallas is a writer and a blogger. She openly shares her journey and the things that no one talks about to humanize the executive experience and to empower those in her community. She is also the co-founder of Riley + Dallas, an event management and styling firm.
With a prestigious portfolio and coveted clientele, Dallas is a fierce and reputable industry leader well known for cultivating customized experiential planning, training and mentoring young professionals, process improvement and strategy. She is a woman on a mission to teach, empower and inspire.
In this conversation we cover:
- How it's easy for our titles and accomplishments to become our sole identity
- Taking the big leap from the coveted corporate job to work that is more fulfilling
- The importance of being open and authentic to break down walls and provide real connections with people
- Ways that success can be redefined outside the box that society has determined as acceptable
Follow Dallas on her journey:
Instagram: @mrsdallaslombardi
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mrsdallaslombardi
Website: https://dallaslombardi.ca
xoxo, Jessi
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"Labels can only confine. Aspire to be Undefinable." Colin Wright
Today I share my truth about how I've been struggling, 1 week since leaving Google, with how to identify myself in this new world I've created for myself. I've lived the better part of the 36 years of my life by labels - Googler, Wife, Infertility Warrior, Mom - and now I don't want to be labeled a SAHM, I don't want to be labeled an entrepreneur. I want 2021 to be the year of Jessi - truly & authentically me.
In this episode, I share:
*How I had to get really honest with myself to answer the question "Who is Jessi?"
*Questions I asked friends, family, co-workers to see how I was showing up (and more importantly, if I was showing up in the same way with different groups of people!)
*What you can expect from me & the podcast in 2021
As always, I hope you find your Voice. Speak your Truth & lead with Heart.
xoxo,
Jessi
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In today's conversation I am going to piss a lot of you off by telling you the truth, and sometimes the truth hurts (you're welcome in advance). I call bullshit on your excuses aka your handcuffs. Because you know what, we only get one life and when we are honest with ourselves & get clear on what we want, we can take intentional action. I also get really honest about the process it took to get to the point where I could leave my well paid job at Google and (spoiler alert!) we had to make hard financial decisions (we will still need to!) in order for us to do so. Because when you want something enough, you figure out a way to get it.
As always, I hope you find your voice, speak your truth & lead with heart.
xoxo,
Jessi
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Welcome to 2021 friends! If you follow me on Insta, you already know my phrase for 2021 is F*ck the Handcuffs. Today, I dive into what that phrase means to me, but spoiler alert...I am letting go of the 'handcuffs' that have been holding me back, most notably the golden handcuffs of my corporate job. Eeks!
In today's episode I share:
*The reactions (of mostly women) when I told them I was leaving Google, and how it made me realize that many of us are holding ourselves back
*How I got to the point where I made the decision to leave Google after 13+ years (there was a lot of 'Not this. Not this. Not this!)
*What to expect on the podcast in 2021 (digging deeper, really having uncomfortable (for me!) conversations around what handcuffs are keeping us small
I'm ready to leave my handcuffs behind & step into my power.
Your voice is your power.
xoxo
Jessi
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In the last conversation of 2020, I connect with Jordan Wavra who shares her story of understanding how food played a role in her health. Though the underlying theme we talk about is how taking control of your own health and being your own best advocate is vital for every part of your life.
A bit more about Jordan in her own words:
Jordan Wavra is a Certified Holistic Nutritionist, Energy Healer & Pre/Postnatal Fitness & Nutrition Specialist helping busy moms to nourish themselves holistically so they can feel better, increase their energy & decrease their stress. You can follow Jordan on her journey at @jordanwavra.
I hope you enjoy our conversation!
xoxo,
Jessi
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Today I have a conversation with my friend Marcie. Marcie shares a bit about her journey and the path she's on in learning that in order to continue to grow, you must start with yourself and part of that journey is learning to surrender. And boy, was (is!) that a lesson that was hard for me to personally learn. But in learning that lesson, Marcie learned the importance of community.
More about Marcie: I am 32 and a working single mom of a beautiful 5 year old daughter. I love running, random adventures, and having time alone to reflect and write. I am currently living in Lincoln, NE and working as an occupational therapist. I grew up in Lincoln and I have 7 siblings. I was greatly loved by these siblings. We raised each other. Growing up with a big family had many challenges and trials. It was through these challenges, I was able to find my greatest strengths. Looking back, I am now thankful for the trials. Accepting I had parents who needed help with their own addictions and loving them in spite of their short comings launched me into personal growth work at age 24 during grad. school. I knew life was not supposed to feel so dark and dim. I was living with a fog due to the addiction struggles of my parents, even though on the outside I was fun, smart, and a high achieving student. I wanted to feel better. To live better. I put myself in a 12 step program called Al-anon and started my journey. I continued to forgive, to feel my emotions, to work on my own short comings, and to get comfortable with uncomfortable big emotions. After my first year of working as an OT, I became pregnant after dating a guy for about 6-7 months. It was through this "unplanned" pregnancy I found my voice. I didn't know how strong I was until I had to be. When the relationship ended due to infidelity, I had to forgive, but move forward. Moving forward was working through false beliefs about myself, my family, and the perfection image I just couldn't live up to. I was finally free to be human! I realized I couldn't care anymore what people thought. So I became more genuine, more authentic, and more real about who I was. I kept leaning on my family, my Al-anon community, and kept praying daily! Prayer truly changed everything. I had a faith life that was vibrant. People noticed and would share how much I would helped them find their own faith again. I realized simply by prayer, trust, and self care I could truly make an impact on people's lives. Now I'm growing my OT business to continue to help others through helping them become independent and confident in what they can do. I am 32, but I feel like my life is just beginning. It has been a beautiful ride so far, and I cant wait to see where it will take me.
You can continue to follow her journey at @Marcie.Minchow.
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My conversation with Meliea is all about owning yourself. There is no one right way to live or parent, and we are all just trying to do the best that we can! No one else "has it right" either, and comparison just makes us feel inadequate. We can (and need to) express love to ourselves and our families by sitting in our discomfort and redefining what love looks like to us - and it may not be the way our own parents did it!
More about Meliea: Meliea is an author, mother, multipassionate entrepreneur, midwife, life & wellness coach, intuitive guide, oracle reader, lunar coach, birth activist and intersectional feminist. When she isn't looking at the moon, helping to usher life into the world, dismantling the patriarchy or helping women to re-connect to their personal power, she can be found sitting on the couch in a graphic tee and leggings, watching The L Word(again) and eating Starburst jellybeans. Whether it's through the process of birth or through cyclical living by the lunar phases, Meliea's passion is to see every person connect to their own intuition, flow with their emotions and expand their wisdom and resilience. Her near death experience in 2013 led her away from fundamental religion and toward nature, love and her own inner knowing. She believes that when each person does this work within themselves and their own homes, we create a necessary healing movement that is crucial to dismantling systems of oppression, white supremacy and patriarchy in our society. She sees herself as a drop in the water of the cosmos, creating ripples that will change the rhythm of our world.
You can find Meliea online and on Instagram @rebelmysticmidwife
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My conversation with Sausha Davis was so much fun. We discussed the Law of Attraction and how sometimes we need to let go of control to see the results we want (which is much easier to say than to do)! We're all going to have highs and lows throughout the process of life, but learning to recognize where you are will allow you to know what steps you need to take to get to your goal. We want everyone to remember that even though society gives mixed messages, you are allowed to feel, you are allowed to succeed, and you are allowed to take care of yourself!
About Sausha: Sausha believes we are more than a label but to keep things simple she is a country gal living on an acreage in rural America with her husband, 2 kids, 5 horses, 4 dogs and 12 chickens. As a young trouble maker, she wasn’t sure what life would look like as an adult. Against the odds - she is living out her “best life” and teaching others how they can manifest their dream life using personal development and the law of attraction.
Sausha can be found online and on Instagram @sausha.davis
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My conversation with Rho Thomas is all about money. Money tends to be a taboo topic in our society, which leads to lack of education on making appropriate financial decisions, and can ultimately lead to excess debt and stress! Contrary to popular belief, it is our mindset about money, rather than the quantity of money, that needs to change to allow us to gain more control of our finances and gain the financial freedom and flexibility we desire.
More about Rho: Rho Thomas is an attorney, mindset strategist, and personal finance coach who believes that true wealth is having control of your time. She helps lawyers make intentional lifestyle and money decisions to regain control of their time, build wealth, and live the lives of freedom and choice they deserve. She has been featured in outlets such as Yahoo! Finance, Refinery29, and Mic and hosts the Wealthyesque podcast, which explores how lawyers can achieve lifestyle freedom by reframing their mindset and by managing their money to achieve financial independence.
Rho can be found online: https://www.rhothomas.com
Podcast: https://www.rhothomas.com/podcast/
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I'm excited to share my discussion with Lauren Jane! Lauren dealt with the isolation and stress of putting on the appearance of perfection for the outside world. Over time she realized that holding in her stress, grief, and anxiety over past and current life events was making her feel unhappy and and less-than, so she decided to make a change. Her message is clear: you are important, your voice matters, and you should never be afraid to speak up or ask for help.
More about Lauren: Maya Angelou encourages us to be kind when we don't what to do... This resonates in my journey. I became a mom at 21 and had 4 kids fast. I felt so alone, so isolated, and began to feel more depressed and anxious. I spent years pouring myself out and feeling worse every year. I was searching for something, although I had no idea what. Truth I suppose, support, to be seen, to be heard, but I remained diligent and kind. I spent all of myself for my family, and finally hit rock bottom. I had moments where I wanted to end it all, but finally a broke through the wall. I rebuilt myself from the ground up and have my book Surviving Staying Home coming out Aug 27 2020. This is where I share part of my story and encourage women that they are not alone and the importance of self love and looking to share with the world from that place. My desire is to inspire Stay at Home Moms that they are NOT alone, they are worthy and loved, and that they are capable of anything they want to do.
Follow Lauren on Instagram @the.lauren.jane
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In today's conversation, I discuss with Alisa Otto how finding community in hard times can be the support you need to make it through. Alisa has struggled with miscarriages, ectopic pregnancy, preeclampsia, and postpartum depression, and has focused on speaking up and speaking out about these issues to help form a community for women experiencing similar challenges. We also discussed how an integral part of her healing journey has included hiking and the outdoors, and even encouraged her to start her own outdoor clothing company!
More about Alisa:
Be sure to check out Alisa's clothing company www.ottomaticthreads.com and on Instagram @ottomatic_threads
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Grief has a way of being universal, but also unique, and in today's discussion with Crystal Webster we discuss just how challenging and taboo grief can be in our society. After the untimely death of her infant daughter, Crystal struggled to regain her sense of purpose and identity. She lived every day waiting to die, until she realized that she needed to make a change. Crystal has been able to turn her grief into an organization that helps others, but it was not an easy road. "Everything happens, you find the reason."
More about Crystal: Her infant daughter died in her arms in 2010 (8 hours after she was born) from a genetic condition. Because of that condition, Crystal was unable to have more children, even after 3 rounds of IVF in 2 states over 5 years. One in 4 women experience a pregnancy loss or infant death and 1 in 8 couples deal with infertility. Crystal states, "My story is not that 'special' but in the moment it feels like no one can even start to understand." She founded a company, Sharing Solace, founded on the principle 'Remember. You're not alone.' and wrote a book talking specifically about how we WANT our grief to be special (and it is in many ways) but it is not completely unique. We don't have to feel alone and there are similarities in our stories - if we choose to see them.
Continue following Crystal's journey at www.sharingsolace.com or on Facebook or Instagram @sharingsolace
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In my conversation with Katie, we discussed how standing up to workplace harassment set Katie on a path of self-discovery and success. We talked about the importance of being where we are on our journey, and that even though we may not be able to see the light while we’re in the darkness, there is always a reason for our experiences. It is also important to remember that no matter where we are, what phase of life we are in, or what our struggles may be, we are enough.
“You’re worth taking the time to learn about, you’re enough as you are, and wherever you are in your journey right now is exactly where you’re supposed to be.” - Katie Dirkswager
More about Katie: I went through a sexual harassment situation at work. I stood up and said something in a male dominated role. I was isolated from the rest of the group. I lost people in my life that I thought would support me and felt alone. I knew that by speaking out this could happen and it was worth it. I had to work through being alone, taking a medical leave, and eventually losing my job. I found my strength and rose like a Phoenix into my new life.
To continue following Katie, she can be found on Instagram @guidedpathcoaching and online at www.guidedpathcoaching.org
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Today's interview is with Teresa Amelia, a fertility warrior who lost herself in her journey, only to rediscover herself and come out of the journey more confident in herself. We discussed the importance of listening to your inner voice by living your life authentically and unapologetically! This often means we have to let go of control and learn to fight the current of very loud cultural and societal expectations.
More about Teresa: I consider myself an infertility warrior. I grew up saying I didn't want kids but got caught up in society expectation when I met and fell in love with my now hubby. We had a hard time getting pregnant and went to fertility treatments. I had many rounds of meds and IUD's. One day I was sitting at the clinic waiting to get blood taken for a pregnancy test, which I KNEW I wasn't pregnant! I'll never forget how the wave of "I"m done" washed over me. It felt so natural and normal. I came home and told my hubby I was done in which he responded "I"m so glad cause I'm done watching you do this!" We spent lots of time that summer talking about what we really wanted in life and decided not to have kids. We now actively live kid free, a life of chasing our wildest dreams and couldn't be happier!
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Today’s conversation is with Emily Adler Mosqueda, and we got super real about postpartum depression; what it is, when it happens, how long it can last, and why we need to change our perspective about it. We discussed the need to work on breaking stigmas, because mental health is not a weakness, and most importantly learning to love and accept ourselves where we are at.
A little bit more about Emily in her own words: I’m a native Oregonian, bilingual and bicultural pediatric speech-language pathologist with over ten years experience working with kids and their families birth to five. I work as a clinical supervisor for the University of Oregon. I’m a mom of two girls and my husband is a dr of Chinese medicine. You can continue to follow her on Instagram at @emily.adler.mosqueda.
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Today I have a conversation with my friend, Natalie Siston, who is a kickass female who shares about her journey of losing herself and ultimately reclaiming who she is and shining brightly to do so. Natalie and I talk about her journey to becoming a mom, being a women in corporate America, losing yourself to the mommy label and, most importantly, how to reclaim who you've always been.
More about Natalie: Natalie’s career has taken her from Silicon Valley to the Fortune 100 and into entrepreneurship, but being raised in Republic, OH (population 600) is where she learned her greatest leadership lessons. Natalie uses these lessons learned from small town living to help leaders and organizations create big success in the world.
In addition to being a 10-year 4H member and repeat State Fair champion in public speaking, Natalie is a two-time graduate of The Ohio State University and Professional Coach accredited through the International Coach Federation. She has 20+ years of experience coaching, developing leaders, and strengthening teams in the non-profit, higher education, and corporate sectors. She works with both 1:1 and small group coaching clients to help them be more connected – to themselves, their work, families and communities. She is a frequent speaker at leadership, university and corporate events.
Natalie resides in Dublin, Ohio with her husband, Rob, and two young daughters. You can follow Natalie's journey at https://letherout.com and @nataliesiston
I hope you enjoy our conversation!
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In today's conversation, I chat with Dillon Hill about how storytelling is all about vulnerability, and how he's used this concept to create a platform that is literally about ensuring humans are seen & heard. Dillon shares his own truths about paths that he took (or didn't take) and how leaning into vulnerability has led him on paths he never could've imagined.
To follow Dillon on his journey follow him on Insta at @liveforanotherdocs or at https://liveforanother.com/.
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Today I have a conversation with Caleb Harris, who as a child experienced a disability due to a domestic abuse situation. This led to Caleb becoming silent & too afraid to ask questions. Eventually, Caleb began to talk to others, and now speaks out on behalf of men about mental health and why it's important to find your community to share. Caleb does this on his very own podcast, Shall We Continue, which you can find on Anchor: https://anchor.fm/caleb-harris9. YOu can also follow him on instagram at @calebhatescake or on his blog: Blog: https://unpopularopinionsdots.com/
Bio: Caleb Harris is an author, filmmaker, and blogger who currently resides in Enfield, Connecticut. He's best known for his recent story, BETTER LUCK NEXT TIME DARRELL and his popular documentary, HELP US. He also writes non-fiction, on subjects ranging from personal development to self-care tips on his blog Unpopular Opinions. When Caleb isn't writing he enjoys long walks in the woods and a good game of basketball.
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Today I have a conversation with a magical human, Nicole Ayers. Nicole shares about her self love journey, one body part at a time. But deeper than that, Nicole and I talk about the underlying theme of why self love is something many of us need to re-learn - judgment & the comparison game. I know you know what I'm talking about. :)
More about Nicole in her own words: Nicole C. Ayers is the award-winning author of Love Notes to My Body and its two body-positive companion books. She’s been invited to speak about the importance of women accepting and respecting their bodies by local and national media, and she invites women to disrupt the narrative that tells them they—and their bodies—are not enough, just as they are.
You can follow Nicole on Instagram at @nicolecayers or reach her on her website at https://nicolecayers.com/.
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What is that truth that deep down you had a hard time admitting, even to yourself? Megan speaks a truth that I would guess many parents have had, but are too afraid to admit. So many of us will be able to relate to Megan's story (I know I did!) but the ultimate truth was, Megan had to dig deep and find how to like HERSELF first. When you're giving your energy to everyone else, you have nothing to give to yourself and that makes you feel all sorts of things (for me it was resentment!).
You can follow Megan on her journey at her podcast, Fit to be a Mama Podcast and on Instagram: @meganrempel4 I hope you enjoy our conversation!
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"Community is about embracing our human imperfections and loving each other regardless"
Today I have a conversation with Christopher Boorman about how as humans we are all perfectly imperfect. Christopher shares a bit about his journey being bullied growing up, as well as how making the decision to be childless has made him feel isolated at times within his community.
To follow Christopher on his journey, you can find him on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwiz0LWnWsYxyhy671sdmmg or on Istagram at @christopherboormanspeaks.
About Christopher: Born in Queens, raised in Connecticut. Bacehlor's degree in Mathematics as well as an MBA. Spent the last 20 years in the financial services I.T. sector. Looking for my next opportunity in the workforce as well as trying to build a side hustle as a Christian speaker.
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Today I have a conversation with Neelu Kaur about cultural conflicts that she's experienced personally & professionally, as well as digging into why it's so difficult to self promote (especially as a female!) in today's society.
More about Neelu: Neelu Kaur is a Corporate Facilitator, Leadership & NLP (Neurolinguistic Programming) Coach, and Stress Management Specialist. She holds a BS from NYU’s Stern School of Business, an MA in Social & Organizational Psychology from Columbia University, and is a certified NLP Practitioner and Coach from the NLP Center of New York. Neelu has 15 years of experience specializing in Adult Learning & Leadership Development in large organizations ranging from Financial Services, Consulting, to the Tech Industry. She is a certified Yoga Instructor, Ayurveda Specialist, and an Ericksonian trained Hypnotherapist focused on bringing mindfulness and stress management practices to individuals, teams, and organizations.
You can reach her at http://www.neelukaur.com on Facebook at www.facebook.com/neelu.kaur01/ or on Instagram: @neelu.kaur.
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Today I had a conversation with Megan Pulvermacher where she shares her coming out story and the impact that has had on herself, her family. Megan opens up about the guilt she has felt about how her coming out has impacted those around her, particularly her family. We also talk about how even though on the outside, it may look like someone has "the perfect gay life" that may not always be the case, and why there is such a need for community, for connection & ultimately, the ability to sit, listen & be therefore someone, no matter what. It was such a great conversation, filled with amazing nuggets & lots of laughter.
As always, I'm grateful to Megan for opening up & sharing her story! To continue to follow Megan on her journey,find her on her website at http://www.outwhatnow.comhttp://www.facebook.com/livingheadfirst or on Instagram at@LiveHeadfirst and @outwhatnowpodcast.
More about Megan: I'm a fun-focused lifestyle & mindset coach, speaker, and podcaster who helps LGBTQ+ women navigate the ups & downs of the coming out journey so they can move toward self-acceptance and create more happy, confident, and connected lives.
I hope you enjoy our conversation!
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Today I have a conversation with Lynn McLaughlin about all the things. Lynn and I talked about her journey to becoming present and we explored the flip side of not being present and the impact on those around her. She shares a bit about her own journey as a parent which led her to release her second book, Jackson, which launches today (10/22!).
More about Lynn: Lynn McLaughlin is an award-winning author and host of the podcast, “Taking the Helm”. Through her own experience, collaboration with other writers and hundreds of hours of research, Lynn has created “Time to Publish”. She offers a program that is broken into four components which guides aspiring writers towards publishing their manuscript.
Lynn has recently retired as an educator after 31 years, serving in many roles including Superintendent of Education, Principal, Vice-Principal, French and Special Education teacher. Mother of three grown children, she currently lives with her husband in southern Ontario. She is an active Rotarian dedicated to community causes. Lynn is also a member of 100 Women Who Care Windsor/Essex and works tirelessly to support the goals of the Brain Tumour Foundation of Canada. She strives to meet each new personal goal and has just completed her first Detroit International ½ Marathon in November 2019.
Lynn is driven by a single mission: to lead and empower people to make conscious and positive choices. She writes with passion,
sensitivity and insight, never losing sight of the reader. The experiences she shares in her books, “Steering Through It” and "Jackson" have become the catalyst for her work in advocacy today.
You can find her on her website:https://lynnmclaughlin.com or on Instagram at @lynnmcla.
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Jessi
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Today I have a conversation with Terry Tucker who shared his journey with a rare form of rare form of melanoma that presented on the bottom of his foot. This led to almost five years on the drug, Interferon, along with the amputation of his foot and leg. Throughout this journey, he learned to embrace the uncomfortable times that we all experience in our lives and using them to make us stronger. We talk a lot about what holds us back from being the best person we're capable of becoming, in addition to what it's like to just exist & go through the motions vs. actually living.
A bit more about Terry in his own words: I has been an NCAA Division I college basketball player, a Citadel cadet, an undercover narcotics investigator, a SWAT Team Hostage Negotiator, a high school basketball coach, a business owner, and most recently, a cancer warrior. Our family has lived all over the United States and currently resides in Colorado. In 2019, after recovering from a foot amputation. I started the website, Motivational Check, to help others find and lead their uncommon and extraordinary lives and to help people find and live their purpose.
To continue to follow Terry on his journey, reach him at https://www.motivationalcheck.com/ or on FB at https://www.facebook.com/motivationalcheck/?modal=admin_todo_tour.
I hope you enjoy our conversation!
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Today I have a conversation with Lorna Rose about ALL. The. Things. All the things that so many people don't use their voice to share, and I'm so grateful for people like Lorna who do use their voice. We talk about how she didn't feel bonded with her son after birth, parenting special needs children as well as breaking the cycle of abuse for her children.
A bit more about Lorna: Lorna is a poet and writer of narrative nonfiction. Her work has appeared in several literary journals and has been recognized by PNWA and the Oregon Poets Association. Recently she completed a memoir about her time on a trail crew in Alaska. She also writes about motherhood (everything from breastfeeding to raising two neurodiverse children), complicated familial relationships, and finding resilience through writing. To continue to follow her & her journey check out her website at https://lornarose.com or on FB at https://www.facebook.com/bigthings2/.
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Today I have a conversation with Susan De Lorenzo about that feeling that we've all had at some point or another -- feeling like a fraud. Living your life with your mask up, your armor up, so damn high. And how sometimes, when those walls you've built up around yourself crumble (intentionally or not) how it allows us to overcome those beliefs, overcome our adversities and move forward into the life that we're meant to live.
More about Susan: Life Coach Susan De Lorenzo focuses on helping women who are emerging from life-altering adversities and guides them to evaluate the insights and wisdom that such times hold. She believes our dark times hold amazing "gems" that we can use as a new platform to build a soul-led life upon that honors the journey and the great woman who was there all along. As a survivor of invasive breast cancer whose marriage dissolved as treatment ended, Susan draws upon her personal journey as well as her training as a life coach to give people the perspective and tools to rebuild their lives in alignment with their deepest desires. Susan is also the author of the upcoming book, Pulling the Gems from Adversity, which will be published by Balboa Press early next year.
To follow her on her journey reach find her at her website (https://susandelorenzo.com) or on Facebook at https://facebook.com/DreamCoachSusan.
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Today I have a conversation with Janine about Trauma, and boy did I learn a lot both about myself and how I view & process trauma and how our society views & processes trauma. Janine shares a bit of her journey after surviving a hijacking, kidnapping and attempted rape at gunpoint at age 18. Janine shares her story with such rawness & underscores the vulnerability it takes to share ones story, but the healing process that can occur once you do.
A bit more about Janine: Janine aka "the trauma whisperer" is an internationally recognised trauma expert, licensed psychotherapist, clinical hypnotherapist and coach specialising in helping women heal from unresolved trauma and emotional baggage without spending years in therapy.
She speaks about her own healing journey after surviving a hijacking, kidnapping and attempted rape at gunpoint at age 18.
Her mission is to help women make the connection between emotional baggage and how it shows up later in life through symptoms like binge eating, self-sabotage, procrastination etc and affects our romantic relationships, how we parent and even how we show up in our careers.
She resides in Germany with her husband and 3 children.
To continue to follow Janine on her journey reach out to her via her website, https://www.janinewirth.com, Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/janinewirthrtt/ and Instagram: @therapist_janinewirth.
I hope you enjoy the conversation!
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Today I had a conversation with my friend, Courtney Kubovcik, and just WOW. Courtney is raw, real & honest about her journey that has taken many twists & turns. From living in a fundamentalist group for 10 years to eventually leaving & readjusting to life outside that group, to enduring physical abuse from an ex-boyfriend, to eventually turning to sex work as a professional dancer. Throughout this journey Courtney has learned we are all beautiful and imperfect beings that hide our imperfections and therefore hide important parts of ourselves. Trauma affects all persons whether or not they are consciously aware of it, and that these traumas are at the core of many of our triggers and pain points. Courtney shares her healing journey home to herself so that people that see a bit of themselves in her story know that there is always hope for tomorrow. Her story is one of empowerment and hope. In sharing she is helping others see that they, too, are worthy of health and abundance.
More about Courtney:
Courtney is a licensed social worker, transformational healing coach, activist, writer, wife, and mother. Courtney’s education includes a degree in Psychology from the University of Pittsburgh with a concentration in Applied Behavior Analysis, and a Master’s Degree in Social Work from California University of Pennsylvania. As a practitioner, Courtney uses embodiment techniques and integrative approaches on her mission to help men and women re-connect with their bodies and align with their souls. Courtney has a passion for social justice and has been serving vulnerable populations throughout southwest PA for nearly a decade. Without exception, Courtney believes that ALL people are worthy of health and abundance, and that we ALL have the potential for healing within ourselves.
You can follow Courtney's journey on Instagram: @courtneykcoaching
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Today I have a conversation with my friend, John Neral. In our conversation, John shares his journey of how he had to work through a conservative Catholic upbringing in order to truly SHOW UP as his authentic self. He shares, vulnerably, his coming out story and how he navigated family relationships in order to show up authentically as himself. It was an honor to have this conversation with John & I can't wait for you to hear it!
A bit more about John: John Neral, MA, CPC reawakens, energizes, galvanizes, and innovates the mind think of employees, corporations, associations, and systems. A celebrated executive/career and professional development coach, and in-demand, mindset-shifting public speaker, John’s professional walk included a 25-year career in education and a longstanding corporate consultant for Fortune 500 giant, Casio America, Inc. He now leads John Neral Coaching, LLC, one of the most progressive, mindset-shifting professional and organizational coaching and public speaking firms in the U.S. and is the author of the new book, “SHOW UP – Six Strategies to Lead a More Energetic and Impactful Career. You can continue to follow John at his website at www.johnneral.com, on FB at https://www.facebook.com/johnneralcoaching/ or on Instagram: @johnneralcoachingJ.
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In today's conversation I talk with September Burton who shares her story of survival of both domestic abuse but also family court system abuse. We speak about her journey, how she's had to make a decision that no mother should ever have to make and ultimately how using our voice can empower others to stand together, and most importantly, to heal.
A bit more about September:
Champion for Women Survivors of Domestic Violence Fertility expert and abuse survivor, September Burton is a Champion for Women Survivors of Domestic Violence. After years of emotional, verbal, physical abuse and abuse of power - a common thread in the women she meets’ abuse stories – she has finally managed to break free. September started her career as a U.S. Navy personal chef to 4-star Admirals, stationed in Sicily, Italy. She has since shared her expertise and passion for nutrition as a recurring guest on KCMJ 93.9 radio show, ‘Happy News Now’ and developed a 6-week ‘Eating for Fertility’ nutrition plan for prospective parents. She is the Founder and CEO of “4-months-to-Fertile”, working with couples and mothers struggling with primary or secondary infertility and is the organizer of the first ever Colorado Fertility Conference. September is passionate about living a life of purpose, sharing her knowledge on the healing power of food, and freeing women from the debilitating shame and guilt that often accompanies domestic violence. "There is a magic that happens when women heal together. For every woman who speaks she empowers thousands of other women. Stand with me. Speak with me. Heal with me."
Follow September on her journey via her website www.SeptemberBurton.comon Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/SeptemberBurton/ or on Instagram: @Septembermburton.
I hope you enjoy our conversation!
xoxo, Jessi
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Today I have a conversation with Rich Cebada who shares his journey in breaking down destructive, masculine beliefs both culturally & societally. Rich goes deep and vulnerable and I think anyone, male or female, can relate to our conversation.
More about Rich: I'm an NYC native who's a marketing professional and has fallen in love with health and fitness and holistic wellness. After a deep depression and a dare from my brother led me to a 130lb weight loss journey, I decided to devote my life to health and fitness advocacy.
To continue to follow him on his journey, check him out at http://bodegabody.com and on Instagram at @RichCebada.
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Today I share a really raw moment that I wrote about my marriage. During this pandemic, I've had so many moments - good, bad & ugly. And I've had so many people reach out and ask how they can share their stories. So I wanted to share both this moment and also the framework I use to write out and process my moments. I also announce my FREE Write Your Moments of Truth Mini-Series which is a 5 day series that begins on Monday, October 15th. Each day that week, you’ll receive a daily lesson/prompt each day via email, along with a community of like-minded individuals to share your experiences with. Check it out at www.jessishuraleff.com/workshop.
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Today I share a conversation I had with Michelle Dickinson about ALL.THE.THINGS. It was such a good conversation and Michelle shares some personal stories around mental health and why it's her mission to break the stigma attached to mental health. In relistening to our conversation though, I couldn't help but think that the common thread in our conversation was that people want to be seen & heard - and that's not always easy to do in our current culture. So take a moment, pause, think about those moments when you just wanted to take off the mask but couldn't. Then go listen to my conversation with Michelle - I bet you'll have an ah-ha just like I did.
To connect with Michelle find her at her website at https://www.michelleedickinson.com/.
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xoxo, Jessi
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Today I have a conversation with my friend, Sheena, about the moment she stood up and asked for what she needed of her partner to deal with his anxiety. Our conversation is so relatable, even if you do not have a partner dealing with anxiety, because we all have had moments where we've put other's needs before our own. In the moment that Sheena shares, it's a pivotal moment for both her and her relationship and one, I believe, we can all learn from (that and Sheena is overall just a badass!).
I hope you enjoy the conversation!
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Today I talked to Elena Ridley who shares her infertility journey and how, while her journey took unexpected twists & turns, her truth is that it all works out in the end. When you're in the thick of an infertility journey, that's not always easy to hear or wrap your head around it, but Elena's journey is one that epitomizes this truth. Learn how she ultimately found her egg donor through a connection on social media. Follow her on her journey at @lenaridley on Instagram.
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“Let your energy be used to build, not destroy.” - A teabag wisdom
Today I share the first #MyTruthTuesday in quite some time. If I'm being truly honest, I've been dealing (or in my case, not dealing) with some emotional shit that I wanted to shove down deep. I've been wanting to build up really tall walls, but I know (now) when I do that, it's not good for anyone, least of all myself. And in reflecting on why I've been wanting to build walls, I've realized that recently I've been looking outwards for validation instead of inwards. So I decided to share some tips I've been using to deal with outside validation/comments/feedback judgement.
I ask myself...
- Who is giving the feedback? Is it someone I know/Love/Trust?
- Is this feedback/comment solicited? Did I ask for it or is it being dished on me unsolicited?
- What is this feedback/comment/judement triggering in me? Continue to ask myself WHY?
- Is there anything I can/want to takeaway from the feedback?
I hope you enjoy the conversation!
xoxo, Jessi
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Today I have a conversation with Nancy McKay who shares her very personal story around her journey with alcohol. In our society, there is such a stigma around alcoholism, yet there is so much focus (and pressure!) to drink, especially in quarantine times. Nancy vulnerably shares her journey, her rock bottom & her perspectives on why there is such a stigma around alcoholism in today's society. I also share a pretty vulnerable moment around my own relationship with alcohol.
About Nancy:
Nancy J. McKay is the Founder of Amazing Outlook Coaching, LLC.
Nancy believes that you can't be courageous without first being vulnerable.
Nancy has been sober since March 2009 and is an ovarian cancer survivor. Through the pain of these challenging and
life changing events, she became acutely aware that life is short, and there was no time to lose to follow her dreams.
She completely changed course at the age of 60 to create a life filled with purpose and passion and became a Certified
Mind-Body-Eating Coach in 2018, a Certified Wayfinder Life Coach in 2019 and a Certified Equus Coach in 2020.
Nancy uses her unique experience, training, and her passion to help women explore and eliminate what is holding
them back, so they can change their lives and create their own Amazing Outlook. She works intently with her clients to
challenge old beliefs and patterns and replace them with practices that empower them to achieve their desires.
Nancy is warm and compassionate as well as a bit salty and sassy, and her clients are always inspired by her.
In addition to her coaching practice, Nancy is an author and a dynamic speaker. She lives in Colorado with her husband
Jimmy and their two rescued Westies, Maggie and Tommy.
You can reach Nancy for coaching or speaking engagements at nancy@amazingoutlookcoaching.com or visit her
website: www.amazingoutlookcoaching.com
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xoxo, Jessi
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Today I have a conversation with my friend Mike about a partners perspective on Maternal Mental Health. Generally, maternal mental health is often a topic that so many people, women included avoid talking about, but it's such an important topic of conversation. Just as important is the partners perspective, so I am grateful for my conversation with Mike. In our conversation, Mike shares resources that he and his partner found useful during their journey.
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Today I had the honor of having a conversation with Sara & Misasha, the co-founders of the social justice podcast, Dear White Women. In our conversation, Sara & Misasha get raw & authentic about their own experiences with racial injustice and why leaning into this conversation isn't always easy but is so important.
Dear White Women is an award-winning weekly podcast dedicated to easing you into real and uncomfortable conversations about racial and social justice. The show is co-hosted by two half-Japanese, half-White mothers with very mixed race children, who believe that when we learn about our nation’s history and look more deeply at our personal experiences with race and identity, we gain the power to effect personal and systemic change.
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Today I have a conversation with my friend, Ryan Harnedy. Honestly, there are so many gems in this conversation. Ryan shares his experiences with anxiety, panic attacks and depression will such an openness & vulnerability. I wish I'd re-listened to this conversation as I was in my own downward spiral with anxiety & overwhelm over the last two weeks, because Ryan shares not only his experiences but also some tangible tips on ways he's been able to manage his anxiety & depression.
You can follow Ryan and his writing at the HardTimes.Net: https://thehardtimes.net/author/ryan-harnedy/. Be sure to check out one of my favorite articles that we talk during our conversation, "How Telling People About Mindfulness Changed the Way I’m an Asshole to Them"
xoxo, Jessi
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Today I have a conversation with a friend, Ms. Camay McClure. Camay is no stranger to stepping into her light & speaking her truth - even if it's not a truth others want to hear. That's why I was honored when Camay decided to share a truth she's not spoken publicly about before. In speaking her truth, Camay shares her journey with not one, not two but three unplanned pregnancies. In sharing her truth, Camay hopes to provide her perspective to those who may find themselves in that situation.
About Ms. Camay:
Ms. Camay is a presidential volunteer service award recipient, harnessing her undergraduate degree in Paralegal Studies from Purdue University together, with her Nevada Non-Profit, Local Vegas Legal Support Association, Inc. She is a Partner at Sabine-Thayer, LLC, a Nevada Consulting Firm, where she manages the day-to-day operations and business practice areas of the partnership. She’s the CEO of Ms. Camay International, LLC, the umbrella company supporting Ms. Camay’s passion and commitment to inspire people across the nation and around the world.
Ms. Camay possess a professional skill set that took seventeen years to master, which includes experience from being an “on-air” radio personality, marketing and advertising and building sponsorship relationships across her pageant coaching and professional consulting service platforms. She has partnered with other entrepreneurs as a trusted partner, affiliate, and advocate, passionate about making a difference and impacting the world.
An International Best Selling Author in the Anthology, “Family Ties : What Binds Us & Tears Us Apart,” and co-compiler in the Anthology, “Stand Up, Speak Out Against Workplace Bullying: Your Guide to Survival and Victory Through 23 Real Life Testimonies,” her journey is one that has required great courage, previously directing, Ms.Camay’s Black Tie Fashion Gala in Seattle, Washington that broke the silence around workplace bullying. Ms. Camay is a Humanitarian Award Recipient honored for her efforts as an advocate in her community and for the American workforce, passionate about eliminating bullying from the workplace through conversation, education, and legislation.
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I hope you enjoy our conversation!
xoxo, Jessi
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“We believe the perception of perfection leads to isolation but VULNERABILITY births SOLIDARITY. “ —Jamina Bone
In a mash up of both a #MyTruthTuesday and a conversation with Jamina Bone, I share my epiphany around how when I'm in a downward spiral, the story I tell myself is that I can do this all on my own, I don't need help, and just how dangerous that can be (for me). I share a vulnerable moment around my feelings around asking for help. Which is then juxtaposed against my conversation with Jamina Bone, illustrator, community curator, and all around badass woman around the importance of community (which I wholeheartedly believe in!). Jamina shares with an openness & vulnerability around her story and why she's such a strong believer that your struggles as a mom don’t need to define you. You can be an imPERFECT parent and still be a good mom.
Jamina is an amazing human and you can find out more about her and her community at www.mommingwithtruth.com (check out the different ways to support or join her community!) or on Instagram @MommingWithTruth.
I hope you enjoy our conversation as much as I did!
xoxo,
Jessi
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Today I had a conversation with Lisa White, author of the book Hold on, Baby. Lisa shares her journey to motherhood with honesty, compassion & understanding. For those who have been on this journey, or are on this journey - it can feel like your life is out of your control. But Lisa shares her perspective on how you have control - more than you realize.
To follow Lisa & her journey, reach out to her at her website at www.ivfmanifestingamiracle.com or on Instagram: @ivf.manifesting.a.miracle
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You know those people you meet who you instantly want to become friends with them? That was how I felt when I first met Katie, and in each conversation since, I've learned so much. She is a force to be reckoned with and is all around a badass human who is using her superpower of vulnerability to help others. In our conversation, Katie is raw, real & vulnerable about all the things - quarantine life, the ups & downs of looking inward & trusting yourself, to breaking stigmas.
More about Katie:
Lipstick Fanatic. Podcaster. Mom
Katie’s mission today is to receive and experience joy daily, but it wasn’t always that way.
One day, exasperated, Katie found herself grappling with the fact that she had been putting so much energy into taking care of everyone (and everything) around her, that she had forgotten what brought her joy. Not only did she lose track of her passions, she didn’t even know how to find them again.
Through her journey of self-reflection, Katie realized when she loved herself first everyone around her benefited. This inspired her to become an advocate for other women to find self-love, and her podcast was born.
She promised herself she would show up on the good days and bad to share her story of transforming from the burnt-out, depressed, overwhelmed mother she was to the newly found, lipstick-loving, vulnerable force she was created to be.
Now she wants to help other women do the same.
I hope you enjoy our conversation!
xoxo, Jessi
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Today I have a conversation with Oleg Loughweed, founder of OvercomingOdds.today. In our conversation, Oleg shares his own story of emancipating himself at 12, being put in the foster care system in Russia and then ultimately being adopted by his family and moving to Ann Arbor, MI. During our conversation, Oleg shares his thoughts on how he's been able to gain perspective on the beginning years of his life. While your experience may not be similar to Oleg's, hearing his story brings so many connections & common threads that can be woven in all of our stories. We are not alone.
You can learn more about Oleg & Overcoming Odds by visiting overcomingodds.today.
I hope you enjoy our conversation!
xoxo, Jessi
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For this #MyTruthTuesday, I go deeper in some moments where I've recognized I am suppressing my emotions, building up walls and share lessons I've learned from doing so. Most importantly, I share the mantra that keeps running through my head recently....Give yourself permission. Give yourself permission. It bears repeating because how many of us stop ourselves, build up walls, suppress emotions, before we give ourselves permission to feel?! I know I do!
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Today I have a conversation with Katelynn Smith who shares her story around child loss. Katelynn is candid & authentic about her story and even if you are not a parent, I think you will find a takeaway that resonates with you. You can follow Katelynn on her journey by joining her FB Group aimed at creating a space for her & others to share their own experiences in an unfiltered way: https://www.facebook.com/groups/135047460451982/about/
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Today I shared the moment. The moment when I was finally raw & honest with myself and my husband that I was no longer happy. As women, and especially moms (especially moms who struggled with infertility!) we often don't allow ourselves to admit when we're not happy. Why is that? I explore my own beliefs and how I worked through some of them.
I hope you enjoy!
xoxo, Jessi
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Today I chat with Anastasia Washington who shares her story of how her anxiety manifested in an eating disorder. But at the heart of our conversation we talk about layers. We all have layers to ourselves, our emotions & how we internalize & externalize what's happening around us. When we can understand that about each other (and ourselves!) perhaps we can all be a bit more empathetic to one another.
You can follow Anastasia on her journey at https://www.anastasiawashington.com/ or listen to her (hilarious!) podcast Cereal Killer or follow her on Instagram at https://www.instagram.com/anastasiawash/.
xoxo, Jessi
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In this #MyTruth Tuesday episode, I share a few stories around my personal journey (struggle??) to trust myself. I also provide some actionable tips and journaling prompts that I’ve found helpful when navigating this myself.
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Today I am so excited to share my conversation with Elissa Weinzimmer. I think most of us can relate to the notion of losing our voice...most of us metaphorically. Elissa's journey is one of a literal loss of voice and what that meant to her identity. She and I are on similar missions to create safe spaces where you can talk about things you don't talk about anywhere else.
More about Elissa: Elissa Weinzimmer is Founder of Voice Body Connection, empowering speakers and singers to have healthy, powerful voices. She has been a voice and presence coach since 2011. Through her courses and podcast, she has helped thousands of students to find their voice and speak their truth. Elissa has coached for ebay, WeWork, and Equinox, and lives in New York City with her sweet pup Ernie.
To follow Elissa on her journey find her at https://www.voicebodyconnection.com/.
xoxo, Jessi
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In today's #MyTruthTuesday, I talk about a recent conversation with a friend where we discussed how sharing & listening to other's stories can be polarizing and how our brains start to create judgements about our own moments and how they stack up (or don't). I get it. I do it too. But what I've realized is that despite our moments of truth/stories may be bigger or smaller than someone's else's when you're not sharing your truth, you're not honoring yourself. In reflecting on that conversation, I realized that there while I can't pinpoint the specific moment where I began to lose myself, I share a story about one of the moments, when I realized that as a woman, I didn't even realize that I had unconsciously (or was it consciously?) started to lose myself and how I learned how to claw my way back.
I hope you enjoy!
xoxo, Jessi
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Today I have a conversation with Chelsea Riffe, and I have to say, I think I have a girl crush. Not only do we share a love of Chicago, but Chelsea was raw, real & honest...all things I love in a good conversation. In our conversation, Chelsea shares her truth, which is that looking inward drives outward success. She shares her journey in making the decision to leave her well paid corporate job & move to Australia for a year to explore herself & the world. During her journey she experienced judgement & shame, but it was through looking inwards & doing the inner work that Chelsea found herself again. For anyone who has ever said to themselves...."maybe in another life" or "wouldn't it be nice" you need to listen to this conversation.
You can follow Chelsea on her journey via her podcast "In My Non Expert Opinion," on Instagram at @nonexpertopinionpod or @chelseariffe or her website www.inmynonexpertopinion.com.
xoxo, Jessi
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Today I talk about my recent, but always present, dance with resistance. How I recognize it, use it to my advantage & work through it. Because when we are living in our comfort zone, we're not actually living our lives. I also talk about my 30 day challenge to myself, which is to take 1 messy micro-action each day that will help me move through my resistance and get me out of my comfort zone into living my truth.
What is 1 messy micro-action you can take over the next 30 days?
xoxo, Jessi
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Today I chat with Jenn Sadai about her journey from being a drug-addicted thief who felt trapped in an abusive relationship to the confident & capable marathon-runner that she is today. Jenn is candid, honest & frank about her journey and I absolutely love that in her first book, a memoir, Dark Confessions of an Extraordinary, Ordinary Woman, her tag line is "Too many women suffer in silence. Today I am breaking mine." Statistics say that 1 in 4 women have been in an abusive relationship. Jenn breaking her silence creates space for others to see reflections of their own stories.
You can follow Jenn's story & learn about her 7 other books on her website (www.jennsadai.com) or follow her on Instagram at @jennsadai.
xoxo, Jessi
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In today's #MyTruthTuesday, I share a moment that I wrote about recently that dives into when we first learned L may need occupational therapy for some sensory input issues. Spoiler alert, I didn't handle it all that well, but as I was writing out my moment, I realized that I made a promise to my daughter and myself that day that I never fully realized. This is the power of writing out your moments. You get to realize sh*t you didn't before!
Join us starting on Friday, July 10th for our Speak Your Moments of Truth Workshop series. More info here: https://www.jessishuraleff.com/workshops/speak-your-moments-of-truth-workshop-series
I hope you enjoy today's truth!
xoxo, Jessi
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Happy Pride Weekend! I am so thrilled to be able to launch this bonus episode during pride weekend. Dani is a good friend and I am so excited to share our conversation. Dani's story is one that touches me on so many levels as a friend, a mom and a woman. Her story is one about being true to yourself, and I am so incredibly grateful to be able to call her a friend.
You can also learn more about the Speak Your Moments of Truth Workshop which begins on July 10th at www.jessishuraleff.com/workshops.
I hope you enjoy our convo!
xoxo, Jessi
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Today I have a conversation with Elizabeth Burgoon around her truth of self-advocacy. Elizabeth shares her journey with Hyperemesis gravidarum (HG) during both her pregnancies, and how so often during today's day & age, when pregnant, medical care is solely focused on the fetus but not the mother. This story is one that anyone can relate to, whether you're a mother or not, because it touches on a key pillar of being human....listening to yourself & asking for what you need.
You can continue to follow Elizabeth on her journey at http://www.prettygirlstalkingdirty.com/ or on Instagram at @prettygirlstalkingdirty.
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Do any of these statements resonate with you?
- You feel pressure to be everything for everyone.
- You are holding so much in & trying to keep it all together.
- You are not saying what you feel in the moment.
- You are trying so damn hard to be loved as something you're not.
- You are afraid to be seen, exposed, vulnerable, so you hide.
- You feel like there are multiple versions of you based on the group of friends you are with.
- How you are one thing, but choosing another for fear of not being received.
If they do, you're not alone. In today's episode, I explore one of my own truths around body image. After stumbling upon the story of the Ugly Duckling in a kids book recently, it triggered a moment that I've often come back to, even though the moment is from when I was 12 or 13 years old. It was the moment I learned that hiding was easier than being seen, especially when it came to my body image.
xoxo, Jessi
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Today I have a conversation with Rayna Rose Exelbierd. We explore her journey with grief after the sudden & unexpected loss of her father. Whether you've experienced the death of a loved one, or are just grieving the life as we used to know it pre-COVID 19, I think we can all learn from Rayna's journey.
You can follow Rayna on her journey at https://sites.google.com/corp/view/therosegrows/home or on Instagram at @the_rose_grows.
I hope you enjoy the conversation!
xoxo, Jessi
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Today I share #mytruthtuesday which is that I still, even 6 years later, 2 kiddos later, that I feel jealously & sadness when friends and family tell me their pregnant. I share a truth about a moment 5 years ago, when good friends told us they were pregnant with their second and how while I was thrilled for them, I was also sad for me. And that is OK. And it's OK that I still feel this way 6 years later. Because I still get jealous when people are able to get pregnant so easily and I still have to go through hoops, and jumps & (what feels like) fire to even consider having a 3rd baby. And yet, I feel grateful for the 2 little humans that I do have. So in this episode, I give me and you permission to feel all the feels. Because it's OK and life is messy. Be kind to yourself, feel your feelings, acknowledge them and understand how you can move forward.
xoxo, Jessi
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Today I share a conversation with my friend, mentor & coach, Heather Chauvin. Heather shares about her journey living through stage 4 cancer, but at the heart, our conversation is about giving yourself permission. Giving yourself permission to ask yourself what you want, and then taking the ACTION needed to do whatever that thing is.
A bit more about Heather:
Heather Chauvin is a leadership coach and strategic parenting expert who helps ambitious women become leaders at work and home.
Drawing from her professional experience as a social worker and her life experience raising three boys, Heather created a signature approach to focus her clients on sustainability, profitability and ease in business and life.
She is the host of the Mom Is In Control Podcast where she reveals her most vulnerable truths about womanhood, marriage, parenting, living through stage 4 cancer and running a successful business—without burning out.
Heather has been featured as a TEDx speaker and on The OWN Network, CTV, and The Jenny McCarthy Show. She has also appeared in Entrepreneur and Real Simple.
When Heather isn’t being a classic Canadian by driving her boys to hockey practice, you’ll find her curled up on the couch with her husband surfing the internet, researching their next family adventure.
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Podcast: https://itunes.apple.com/ca/podcast/mom-is-in-control-inspirational/id982980293?mt=2
I hope you enjoy our conversation!
xoxo, Jessi
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“We delight in the beauty of the butterfly, but rarely admit the changes it has gone through to achieve that beauty.” – Maya Angelou
Today on my walk I saw the same butterfly twice. And I was reminded about the changes that caterpillars go through in order to become a butterfly. Just like a butterfly, we each need to be the change we want to see in the world (Ghandi) and for me, that's looking inward, admitting how I can do better when it comes to being an ally of the black and brown community, how I can show up and use my privilege to support and make change.
I've posted some anti-racism educational resources on my website here: https://www.jessishuraleff.com/stories-source/blacklivesmatter
I'd love to add to that list. Please DM me or Message me if you have other resources!
xoxo, Jessi
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Today's conversation with Jennifer was raw, authentic and touched on so many topics that I feel many of us have a hard time talking about. Jennifer shares her story around preserving through a relationship of domestic violence and how she is now an advocate for those who may not always have a voice. She is an Elizabeth Dole Fellow for Arkansas focused on caregivers and Veterans and I learned so much from my conversation with her. I am honored to have been able to have this conversation with such a strong, amazing & authentic human.
You can follow Jennifer on her journey through her podcast, Mom2WifePlusLife available on 11 platforms (https://anchor.fm/mom2wife2life) or email her at mom2wifepluslife@gmail.com.
I hope you enjoy our conversation!
xoxo, Jessi
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Today my heart is heavy. As I told my team at work yesterday, I'm not OK. As my city literally burns 3 miles south of me. As police treat peaceful protesters downtown with brutality. As my neighborhood acts like nothing is amiss. I'm not OK. And so, as I prepared to record today's episode, I decided to scrap what I was going to talk about & share what is truly #mytruth today.
Today's episode feels very vulnerable, but that's part of my privilege isn't it? I realize the episode maybe says too much & too little at the same time. I am struggling with what are the right things to say & do. If there is anything offensive or off base, please, I welcome a public correction so that I can learn.
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Today I chatted with Heidi Rumohr who is also a warrior in the infertility battle. With honesty & grace, Heidi shares her truth around self acceptance & self-love during her journey. Heidi shares not only her journey in becoming pregnant but what motherhood, post infertility, was like for her.
You can continue to follow Heidi & her journey through her community, Fitness & Finance, at www.fitnessandfinance.ca
xoxo, Jessi
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In this episode, I share a recent moment that I experienced with the girls at the park. In that moment, I realized I am my harshest judge, especially when it comes to parenting. I talk about my rumblings with judgement over the years and I reflect on the quote from Hoda's book "I really Needed This Today" that says "Do not judge. You do not know the journey I asked her to walk through."
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"The woods are lovely, dark & deep. But I have promises to keep. And miles to go before I sleep. And miles to go before I sleep." - Robert Frost
Today I had the chance to have an honest and open conversation with Sapphire Geer who shares her story of overcoming the cold & wilderness of the Yukon at 11 year old. Her story is one of survival, tenacity & resilience, not only in what she had to overcome as a child, but in working through her story years later in what will be her upcoming launch of her memoir, "Survive: To survive & save the family. There was no other choice." In Sapphire's own words: "The point behind it all, is our past does NOT define us. I want everyone to know that our childhood trauma can be used as a catalyst to being incredible human beings and living a incredible life if we choose to."
To follow along on Sapphire's memoir journey, please visit her at https://www.facebook.com/pg/survivethecold/posts/
I hope you enjoy our conversation!
xoxo, Jessi
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Today I was out for a walk planning what I was going to talk about on the podcast and a bird pooped on me. It was the perfect metaphor for what I was going to talk about which was that #MyTruthToday is that my inner voice terrifies me at times.
Since launching this podcast, people have said I'm brave or courageous, but truthfully, I am terrified 99% of the time. I'm terrified of people not liking what I put out there, of judgement to my character, of failing those who are coming on to the platform to have honest conversations. But the reality is, if I listen to & follow my inner voice (even when I don't like what it has to say), it will always lead me on my next right step. But that leap of faith is hard when you can't always see it.
Sometimes in life you will get shit on (literally & metaphorically) but when you get quiet and ask yourself, what is this shit trying to tell me and you ACT, that's when the true magic happens.
Enjoy! xoxo, Jessi
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Ever meet someone in your life who you immediately just want to talk to again and again? Diane is one of those people. Her story, around her parenting journey, is one that so many of us can relate to, regardless if we have children or not. In this episode, we talk about the harsh judgement we put on each other and the impact that has on those around us.
Diane has taken her journey and is on a mission to change how parents react to what traditionally has been labeled “bad behavior”. Diane believes that when a child is acting out, what they are really doing is presenting us with an opportunity for growth, both for our children and for ourselves.
You can find her at her website, Beauty in Behavior, at dianesorensen.net.
I hope you enjoyed the conversation as much as I did!
xoxo, Jessi
When I finally admitted I wasn't happy, I didn't know what my next step was supposed to be. I froze. But I got help & I found a community. Now it's my turn to pay it forward. Join our private FB community here where we can each share moments, small, big or anything in between, that are our truth.
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In this episode, I dig into some of the thoughts, or limiting beliefs, that have held me back from doing things over the years, and more recently with this podcast. What I've learned over the last year and a half is how you talk to yourself, what you say...matters. We all have inner voices that say "should I, shouldn't I?" "But are you really qualified?" Or maybe that's just my inner voice (though I'm hoping others are with me!). In this episode, I explore my biggest limiting beliefs and how I now recognize them & move past them. Because as my favorite Morning Mama meditation says...if you believe you can, you will.
xoxo, Jessi
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"To be yourself in a world that is constantly trying to make you something else is the greatest accomplishment" Ralph Waldo Emerson
Think about that quote. Really think about it. It makes me tear up because I think this is what so many of us strive for, but sometimes, it's so hard to do. I share this quote because today's episode is a conversation I had with Daniela Giangiorgi who graciously shares her "lemons, so we can make lemonade." Daniela and I talk about her divorce, her journey with cancer, but the underlying theme throughout our conversation is that you cannot be truly yourself, if you are not honoring yourself. And you are not able to honor yourself (fully) if you are constantly putting others first. There were so many points that Daniela made that stuck me deeply...like that mirror you didn't want in your face...but it's so important to have those conversations because then you're aware of what needs to be looked at.
I hope you enjoy our conversation as much as I did!
xoxo,
Jessi
P.S. I was a 57 on Daniela's people pleasing quiz (eeks!).
More about Daniela:
Daniela is a mother of two, cancer survivor, speaker, and coach who teaches parents to create a loving and peaceful family. She specifically supports women by helping them find more energy by claiming their life’s purpose and becoming their own greatest advocate.
Daniela has over 14 years of transformational and leadership education. But she accounts her greatest teachings to come from her personal journey of cancer, divorce, and raising children with medical needs. Her mission is to make her life teachings a gift of empowerment for others. She uses her leadership and transformational education plus her unique life experiences to create a rich parenting curriculum for her workshops and classes.
Free gift: People Pleasing Quiz => https://www.reclaimyourselfmama.com/QuizRegistration
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xoxo, Jessi
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Today I talk about how I've been having a series of bad days, and even though I knew why I was having them, I still struggled to get myself out of the rut. But today I took control and began to (slowly!) shift my mindset (hey, I was able to launch this episode, right?!?). But it got me thinking, about how many of us are probably having not so great moments/days/weeks right now given the global pandemic and how we can think about supporting one another.
I came across this quote from Mother Theresa " It's not about how much we give but how much love we put into giving." What are small ways we can pay it forward during this difficult time for many? So take a listen, and let me know if you're in!
xoxo, Jessi
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In today's episode, I connect with Julia Arndt who shares her personal story around burn out and her decision to leave Google after 7.5 years. In our conversation, we chat about how pervasive the 'culture of productivity' is globally and how it can easily manifest into disconnection, and the loss of your self and inner voice. Julia shares how she took her experience and turned it into a lifelong journey of helping others before they even get to the point of burn out.
About Julia:
Julia Arndt is the founder of the Peak Performance Method (PPM), a unique model combining critical productivity, mindfulness and leadership tools to help forward thinking individuals and organizations develop the next workplace superpower through scalable programs.
Besides writing her first book, Julia is a stress management trainer, international speaker and the host of the "STRESSD" podcast that has over 25.000 podcast downloads globally to date.
Julia originally hails from Germany, has lived in 5 countries over the last 12 years and speaks three languages fluently. After working at Google in Silicon Valley for seven and a half years while the company grew from 30.000 to 100.000 employees, Julia has been running her own consulting and coaching business, helping innovative companies like Google and Uber understand the effects of stress on body and mind, move beyond burnout and build a mindful lifestyle that delivers focus, high energy and productivity.
Her motto: If your brain is your most valuable resource, let’s make sure to take care of it. Your career success and satisfaction depends on your ability to develop the next workplace superpower.
Today, you can find Julia at peakperformancemethod.com and on her Stressd Podcast.
I hope you enjoy the conversation!
xoxo, Jessi
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Today I talk about one of my goals for myself when I started this personal discovery journey -- to be able to FEEL again. I share some pretty raw, personal stories about a week I had in early March that really brought me to my knees and tested what I've learned to date.
I also share about my new PRIVATE Facebook group I just created with the goal of sharing some of the prompts that enabled me to be able to get more comfortable sharing my story.
I hope you enjoy!
xoxo, Jessi
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Today I have a conversation with Briana Williams who bravely shares her story around her journey to motherhood. She experienced a miscarriage and then, when she ultimately became pregnant again, she was told that the pregnancy & delivery she'd always dreamed about would not be her reality. At 22 weeks, she was told that there was something wrong with her daughter. After delivering her daughter shortly thereafter, her daughter spent the next 12 weeks of her life in NICU. Briana and I talk about her experiences, but the underlying theme throughout the podcast is the loss of expectations that she faced and that so many of us face, not only in our journey to motherhood but in life in general.
About Briana:
Briana Williams, Pregnancy Life and Health Coach, is a Certified Functional Health Coach (A-CFHC) and an advocate for women and men who are 35 and over trying to conceive a healthy baby. She brings her knowledge, experience and a holistic approach to support others in their journey to create a miracle together. By working together, her clients often find that they are whole, complete, resourceful and stronger than they ever realized. You can find her at her website www.brianawilliams.life.
xoxo, Jessi
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To recognize National Infertility Awareness Week, I'm bringing you a special bonus conversation episode where I sit down with my husband, Greg, and he shares his point of view on our infertility journey. In general, I believe we need to normalize infertility, but when we do speak about it, it tends to be from the woman's perspective. Today, we flip that on it's head and share Greg's perspective. We're real and honest, and it's a bit of a therapy session for us too. :)
Thank you for listening & I hope you enjoy!
xoxo, Jessi
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"There is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside of you." Maya Angelou
In this episode, I have a conversation with Stephanie Tilton about authentic storytelling. Within my mission to create connection & community through sharing personal stories, I also wanted to also be able to provide actionable, tangible steps for each of us to take in order to feel more comfortable doing so. From the first time I chatted with Stephanie, I knew she was someone special. She brings her full self to every conversation and I just loved everything we chatted about. I hope you do too!
xoxo, Jessi
Stephanie Tilton is a launch copywriter who helps service-based businesses successfully launch their courses, programs, or new services so they can make a bigger impact in the lives of others. She’s helped hundreds of clients do this by creating personality-infused websites, sales pages, and emails.
She lives in North Carolina with her husband, 2 children, and over-sized lap dog, Ellie. When she’s not helping her clients create successful launches, she can be found reading a book, watching Netflix, or enjoying a delicious taco.
You can find out more about Stephanie at www.stephanie-tilton.com or follow her on Instagram at st_copywriting@.
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We all have our own personal reasons for not sharing our stories. In this episode, I talk about some of the reasons I believe that are holding us back from sharing our truths and share some personal anecdotes about my own experiences with those reasons. I also share some personal stories about why I didn't share with my extended family when I was going through IVF cycles.
Even if you're not ready to share your story yet, I want you to know that I see you. My virtual door is always open, and I'm always happy to connect.
Let me know what you think of today's episode!
xoxo, Jessi
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"Often the best gift you can give yourself is time alone - some time to ask yourself questions & listen quietly for answers." Katrina Mayer
Today on the podcast, I have the pleasure of talking with Kristin Swanson. Kristin is my kind of person...she's authentic and has this presence that just makes you want to become friends with her immediately. Kristin opens up & shares about her journey in coping with losing her mom, her journey with breast cancer and also about her decision to go alcohol free. In our conversation, we find connections across our two experiences, though widely different, there are common threads.
To follow Kristin's journey please find her at:
Web: https://kristinswansonconsulting.com/
Email: ks@kristinswansonconsulting.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/kristinswansoncoaching
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Enjoy our conversation!
xoxo, Jessi
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"Owning our story & loving ourselves through the process is the BRAVEST thing that we will ever do." Brene Brown
In this episode, Jessi discusses what it means to own your story & why it was so important for her to do so. She opens up opens up about one of her own truths about her journey to becoming a mother based off the article she wrote & published on Medium "The Mask of Infertility."
xoxo, Jessi
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In this episode, Jessi has a conversation with Marcia Chen, who on her 23rd day of living in solitude and not going outdoors, not speaking with anyone in person, due to the global pandemic of COVID-19, authored this article that was published in the Nepali Times.
Marcia talks to Jessi about the silver lining of the COVID-19 crisis and how in Chinese, the word for ‘crisis’, 危机, is composed of two characters, one representing danger and the other representing opportunity. Like the union of Yin and Yang, everything has two sides: there is opportunity behind every crisis, but it takes courage and wisdom to see it. When Marcia was forced to slow down, she began to reflect on what matters most in life & saw the precious opportunity behind the danger.
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In the first episode, our host, Jessi Shuraleff, talks about the intention of This Is My Truth. A platform for honest, open conversations. The stories shared are not often spoken about or discussed, but once told, have the ability to shine a light on another perspective, or a much needed conversation. These stories may make us laugh, some may make us cry, but together, we will learn from one another and begin to heal. Because walls need to be torn down, masks need to come off, stories need to be heard in order our truths to be told. This is my Truth. Tell me Yours.
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Welcome to This Is My Truth. I’m Jessi and I’m the mama of two amazing little humans. Being the ‘strong one’ in my family meant that I didn’t cry. I was the glue, always holding everything together. On the outside, it looked like I had it all, but on the inside, I was numb.
Through a series of events, I had a mirror held up to my face, and I realized that what I was modeling for my daughters’ was not how I wanted them to grow up. So I faced my fears, I got help & I began to share my story. In doing so, others began to tell me ‘me too’ and I had an ah-ha moment. What if I wasn’t alone in my stories that made me feel isolated? What if there was a way to create safe spaces for others to share their stories and beliefs?
I believe that there is a true empathy deficient in the world right now. Feeling like you’re on an island is, unfortunately, the way many of us live our lives. But if we can overcome that? If we can create the space for one more person to share, and they do the same for someone else...think of the impact we can have on society. I believe it starts with speaking & owning our truth -- This Is My Truth. Will you tell me yours?
xoxo, Jessi
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