Women Om Wisdom: Recent Episodes
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Women have such powerful wisdom to share about career, relationships, fear, love, raising children, politics, travel, well-being, wonder, and so much more. We need to hear women's voices, from all walks of life, much more often. The learning from each of our journeys creates threads of connection that help us thrive, both individually and collectively. In this podcast, you'll hear the voices of women sharing wisdom from their personal life experiences.
Episode 89 of the Women Om Wisdom podcast is the place where I’m going to pause for a few months. In this episode, I talk about why, and it's exciting.
As I’m choosing to be intentional about how I show up for myself and others and how I live my values, it feels like the right time to take a step back in a number of areas so I can take a step forward in a priority area. Perhaps something similar is coming up for you. If so, consider what it would be like to indulge yourself.
I look forward to greeting you again with the next episode in the summer of 2022.
Kasandra Gandara, Mayor Pro Tem of the City of Las Cruces, NM was my guest on Facebook Live on Tuesday, March 8th. Wow, do I feel grateful to have connected with her.
A few months ago, I discovered that Las Cruces had elected the first all-female city council in the city's history. In this episode, we discuss the significance of this new and exciting reality, including the all-too-familiar challenges. You'll hear about how this new council is leading, communicating and collaborating, and what they're focused on accomplishing during this term.
We reflect on what would be different if half of all elected positions globally were occupied by women. In addition, Kasandra offers her thoughts on how to get more women running for and elected to public office.
Finally, Kasandra shares how she defines success at this point in her life and what she's looking forward to in the next year, personally and professionally.
Website: https://www.las-cruces.org/1936/District-1---Kasandra-A-Gandara
In recognition and celebration of International Women’s Day on March 8th, I’m absolutely thrilled to share with you the voices of 24 incredible women sharing the wisdom they’ve gained from the experiences of the past year and what they're looking forward to in 2022. I am grateful to know these insightful, grounded, generous women, each in their own ways helping other women come into their power on our shared journey of bringing about a kinder, gentler, more just and compassionate world where all people have the opportunity to reach their potential.
Success in any endeavor usually begins with planning and preparation. You can get lucky once in awhile and have something turn out beautifully by winging it. That tends to be the exception, of course, and not the rule. What I know for sure is that when I take the time to map things out – to give myself adequate time to plan and prepare, the process is much more enjoyable and the end result feels more grounded and of higher quality. If you’re a procrastinator, consider making the adjustments highlighted in this episode.
Nancy Gries, CEO of Coti Vision™, and her business partner, Julie, launched their company in 2019, with a desire to make reading glasses and accessories that inspire women to be bold and celebrate their unique personalities. Nancy is bold, she's an innovator, she encourages and supports other women and celebrates their success. In this episode, we explore Nancy's career progression and how she decided to start her own company, including the joys and challenges along the way. We also discuss her experience of making a pitch to potential investors on Dragons' Den, the U.K.'s version of Shark Tank, in April 2021. What a courageous, exciting, and terrifying adventure! We also talk about Nancy's perspective on work-life balance and how having a passion for your work may disrupt that balance from time to time. Perhaps that's not only okay, but necessary. Finally, Nancy shares what she does for fun, how she relaxes, what she does for self-care, and what she's looking forward to in the next year.
Website: https://cotivision.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/1Coti Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coti_vision/ Linked in: https://www.linkedin.com/company/coti-vision-limited Twitter: https://twitter.com/coti_vision TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cotivision
This is a great time of year to think about your personal vision, where you want to be in the future, whether that’s in 1 year, 5 years or 10 years. If you don’t know where you’re going, how are you going to get there?
In this episode, we’ll explore the Wheel of Life Exercise, which helps you zoom out and create a visual for how satisfied you are currently with eight dimensions of your life, as well as to describe your ideal.
When you know where you’re going, it’s so much easier to get there. Get started now.
Click here >> for the FREE Wheel of Life Exercise: https://upbeat-artisan-1055.ck.page/ead73d76b0
It’s mid-January, and I’m guessing you’re right back into the swing of things at work and at home. Before we get to the end of January, I encourage you to build white space into your year so that you can be intentional about reconnecting with yourself over and over again in ways that support what you’d like to accomplish or realize this year. There’s so much noise in the world. There’s a lot of noise in our homes and workplaces, too. Whether it’s your smart phone or the television or music or whatever else clutters your mind. When you want to reconnect with yourself, it’s helpful to have space that’s just for you, away from all the noise. It feels good to give your nervous system a break, to not have to engage or respond to anyone or anything. To be able to watch your thoughts float by or to journal to help you make sense of it all. Take care of you and you’ll be better able to take care of others. For access to the core values exercise mentioned in this episode, click here ~ https://upbeat-artisan-1055.ck.page/
It is my belief that millions more women and girls coming into their power will bring about a kinder, gentler, more compassionate and just world where all people have the opportunity to reach their potential. That is the purpose of the work I do; that is the purpose of this podcast. To encourage and support women in listening to their wisdom and owning their power. If you have the same belief, let’s do this work together. The work of building self-confidence, of taking risks, of being vulnerable, of reaching out and connecting with and supporting other women. The good work, the important work of owning our individual and our collective power.
In this episode, you’ll feel Natasha’s deep desire to make a difference. She talks about the importance of volunteering and activism in her life, which give her the opportunity to be part of making her community more welcoming and safe for everyone.
We talk about what drew her to her current professional roles, and how her education and life experiences have shaped who she is and where she chooses to direct her time and energy.
Over the past 10 years, Natasha has been getting more in touch with her Pakistani side. She shares what that exploration has been like for her and, as a result, what she’s learning about herself in the process.
We concluded with Natasha sharing where she’s a work in progress and what she’s looking forward to in the next year.
Whether you feel that everything is going smoothly in your life or not, there comes a point when it’s clear that you want something to be different. The question is what exactly is it that you want to be different? Most of the time, it isn’t going to happen overnight. Getting there requires thought, planning, a series of steps, and probably help from others. In this episode, I share an example of one thing I wanted to be different and the steps I took and continue to take on that journey. When you reflect back 6 months or a year from now, what will be different in your life because you were intentional today about taking action to move in that direction?
I have no doubt you will be inspired after listening to this episode with Darian Kaderabek. As an advocate and an activist, Darian is passionate about what’s important to her, and she is also a gentle spirit. What a great combination for making a positive difference in peoples' lives. In this episode, we talk about mental health, the support of her village, where she looks for inspiration, self-care, how she gets centered in the middle of a busy or chaotic day, and so much more! We concluded with Darian sharing what she’d like to accomplish in her career and what she’s looking forward to in the next year.
As we get closer to the holidays, you might be thinking about things you’re grateful for, the people in your life, the experiences you’ve had, whatever brings you joy, even the things that are difficult but have helped you grow. When we think about being grateful, it’s usually, but not always, for things outside of ourselves. What if you were to turn that gratitude inward? What are you grateful for about yourself?
I have this lovely room in our home where I meditate and practice yoga. The walls are painted a soft lavender, and a beautiful bamboo plant makes it feel like nature has come indoors. There are two windows with no window dressings, so the light of the moon and sun offer natural light and another connection to nature. A mandala floor covering that sits atop the carpeting is the first thing I see when I enter this sacred space. This is a great time of year to set up your own sacred space, where you can be and not do. Where you can slow down and reflect and take a deep breath. In this episode, I talk about the benefits of having your own sacred space and ask you to consider what yours might look like ~ what helps you to feel grounded? ~ what's peaceful and healing? ~ what needs to be in your sacred space for it to feel like home to you?
There are two months remaining in 2021. It will be January 1st before you know it. With many things converging at this time of year, how can you stay present to enjoy the unfolding over the next couple of months and also plan for next year in a way that feels right for you? In this episode, I'll ask you to explore what you want, what will feed your soul and allow you to stay present as this year comes to an end? And how will you communicate that with the important people in your life? As you think about next year, what are the things you’re looking forward to experiencing or accomplishing or getting started? How can you set yourself up for success now?
There’s a delightful exuberance and a grounded feeling that comes through in this conversation with Julie Grossman. Julie is a native of Manitowoc County, Wisconsin who moved to the west coast and lived there for 20 years before returning to her hometown. We talk about a career path that she didn’t expect, what she learned and the ways she grew over the course of those 20 years that continues to serve her personally and in her role as CEO of the Manitowoc-Two Rivers YMCA.
There were many ways the YMCA adjusted to meet the needs of the community during the height of the pandemic. Julie shares how they were able step up in ways big and small in order to be there for kids and families during what was a stressful and scary time for our communities, our country, and the world.
Julie is a believer in creating the community you want to live in. We explore some of the ways she does that, including through work and through volunteering.
We concluded with Julie sharing what she’d like to accomplish over the next part of her career, where she’s a work in progress, and what she’s looking forward to in 2022.
Have you noticed how easy it can be to get drawn into negativity? There’s a lot going on in our communities, in our country, and across the world that can grab your attention and keep you stuck there, if you allow it.
We are each responsible for the energy we bring into a room, into our relationships and our lives. The way we show up affects everyone in our sphere. In this episode, I share some things to consider for redirecting your energy, when needed, to shake off negativity. Be intentional about bringing the best of you to your relationships and your life.
Every now and then, throughout my life, I’ve had the experience of sharing something with a friend or acquaintance and asking them to keep it to themselves, but instead they've shared it with someone else. You’ve been there, haven’t you? Hopefully, we all learn over time who can be trusted and who can’t. It’s not to say you shouldn’t be friends with someone who can’t keep things to themselves, but it’s probably a good idea to not give them information that you want kept in confidence. Are you someone who keeps things in the vault or are you someone who broadcasts? In this episode, you'll hear my take on why it matters.
You'll hear so many powerful nuggets of wisdom in this episode with Heather LaFond. Heather is a transformational wellness coach with more than 12 years of experience in the health & wellness industry. She discovered her passion to help others after experiencing her own 130-pound weight loss.
Heather guides driven women from burn-out to shining their light, confidently prioritizing their wellbeing. She uses a holistic approach to weight-loss & believes true transformation comes from within. When we evolve from the inside out, we are truly able to embody our healthy lifestyle changes and replace poor habits with better habits.
To connect with Heather on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/soarwellnessstudio/ OR Instagram - @soar.now.trainer, @soar.wellness.studio OR at her website: www.soarwellnessstudio.com
You know those days when it feels like anything that could go wrong does go wrong? When you wake up and immediately stub your toe or spill coffee on your shirt right before you’re ready to walk out the door? We've all been there. When you have “those” days, it’s easy to chalk it up to...oh, it’s just a bad day; there’s nothing to learn here. I’m asking you to reconsider. In this episode, we talk about using the way things happen in your life as an opportunity to notice, learn, and grow. The magic is in taking the time to stop, breathe, and surrender, if only for a moment.
I was recently talking with a friend about projects we’re each working on, mostly around writing weekly content or updating content we wrote years ago. There's something very cool that we both realized in updating old content. It's a similar kind of realization as when you look at old photos of yourself. In this episode, we talk about how the past offers a perspective you might not expect. Sometimes, it shows up without necessarily being invited and opens your eyes. You get a glimpse of wisdom that can change how you see yourself and help you focus on what's really important.
When you’re feeling stuck, how do you get yourself unstuck? For me, it’s about taking some kind of action. That may seem obvious, but it isn’t always easy to do.
Consider setting aside 5 or 10 minutes today or tomorrow to zero in on an area where you’re stuck and ponder the questions I suggest in this episode.
When you do take action, even if it’s a baby step, you’re creating momentum.
What step will you take today to shake off that stuck feeling and move toward what you want to accomplish?
There’s a feeling of change in the air; we’re starting a new month, kids are going to school and we’re just a few weeks away from the official end of summer and the beginning of fall.
Another significant change that’s become evident in my coaching with women, especially during the past six months, is a shifting of priorities and how women want to approach their work.
In this episode, we talk about getting clear with yourself about what you need so you can be your own best advocate. How do you want to better align with your values in a way that serves you, that serves the business, and that helps you to feel fulfilled in your life and in your work?
If you’re a manager, there are ideas for you in this episode, too!
What a delight it was to talk with Vicki Updike for this Women Om Wisdom episode. Vicki is the president and founder of New Sage Strategies, a women’s leadership development company in Appleton, Wisconsin.
Several years ago, Vicki left a job she enjoyed to start her own company. We discuss how she made that decision, as well as the opportunities, challenges, and learning she’s experienced along the way.
Vicki is clearly a sincere and powerful advocate for women. She shares her approach to helping women leverage the leadership lessons and barriers they’ve experienced to help them learn and grow and reach their full potential.
Vicki is the creator of the Women’s Leadership Academy, which is a virtual leadership course for women. In addition, a few years ago, she launched the Women’s Leadership Conference, focused on educating, encouraging, and inspiring women to take their careers to the next level, with the support of other women. This year’s conference will be held on October 7th in Green Bay, Wisconsin. There’s still time to register at https://womensleadershipwi.com/.
In this episode, you’ll get the inside scoop on a book Vicki will be publishing soon!
Website: https://www.newsagestrategies.com/ Women's Leadership Conference: https://womensleadershipwi.com/ Women’s Leadership Academy: https://www.newsagestrategies.com/wla LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vicki-updike-443b9b/ LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/company/new-sage-strategies-llc/
Enjoy!
Have you ever had the experience of someone apologizing to you or explaining something they said or did and you have no idea why they would be even be concerned? Whatever it was they said or did, you haven’t given it another thought, but they’ve been worrying about how they came across to you ever since.
I’m guessing you sometimes, or maybe often, worry about what people think of you too.
In this episode, we address what’s true in these situations so you can quiet the self-critical voice and calm the worrying. As the brilliant author Regina Brett would say…it begins with reminding yourself that “what others think of you is none of your business.”
If you were to reflect on the past five years, three years, the past year, what would you notice about who you’ve been becoming?
If you’re generally happy with the decisions you’ve made, and with who you are today, what has been key to your growth?
If you’re not happy with how you’ve chosen to evolve, you can change it. The past doesn’t have to be your future. You can choose differently moving forward.
In this episode, there are five things I ask you to consider as you think about who you are becoming and how you want to get there.
One year from now, when you reflect back, how do you hope you will be different? How will you have grown? Be intentional about how you proceed.
What’s something you’ve been working on or creating or that you’ve been thinking about doing for some time now, but you’re not making any meaningful progress on it? It could be that it’s really not that important to you or it could be that you’re simply stuck and not sure how to move forward.
In this episode, we explore how recruiting your own accountability squad get help get you unstuck~ it's two or three people (or more) to serve as your sounding board and help hold you accountable for making progress on that important project you’ve been working on or thinking about working on.
With the steps provided in this episode, you'll have a roadmap for clarifying what you want to accomplish and recruiting your ideal accountability squad to help you get there.
Adventurous is the first word that comes to mind when I think of Juliet Kosarzycki. Mastery is another. Inspiring yet another. I’m curious to see if you walk away with the same feeling after listening to this episode.
Juliet has visited 49 countries and will be visiting her 50th this year!
When considering a new quest or new approach, her mantra is “I’m somebody who…(fill in the blank)"…can and will practice for and run a marathon, enjoys trying new foods in different countries, looks forward to climbing to the peak of a mountain.
She believes that the Universe brings to her what she’s asking for and is, therefore, thoughtful about her requests.
And SO much more.
In this episode, you’ll hear Juliet’s positive and uplifting energy. Through her way of being in the world, she unintentionally, or maybe intentionally, challenges others to shake life up a little, try new things, explore, discover, and enjoy more adventures.
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julietkosarzycki/
What feelings come up when you think about being silent with yourself and creating space for silence in conversation? We have a tendency to fill our days with activities and to multi-task because ...there just aren’t enough hours to get everything done... leaving little to no time to be still, to be with ourselves, with our thoughts and with our emotions. We also have a tendency to fill the silence in conversation with others.
In this episode, we explore a different approach as well as what happens when you give yourself the opportunity to get comfortable with silence and with not having the answers. There is a wonderful sense of freedom and insight within that stillness.
A couple of weeks ago, when I was grocery shopping, I noticed that I had this rushed feeling like I needed to get done with what I was doing so I could get on to the next thing. Only there wasn’t a next thing; I was simply going home and putting the groceries away. I noticed that same thing while taking a shower and getting ready afterward, and while making and eating breakfast, that rushed feeling.
It was a reminder that I want to be fully present in my life and that means being intentional about slowing down. How about for you? What’s your indication that it’s time to slow down so you can be more present in your life? What are the things that start happening?
In this episode, I share some things to consider when you can sense that it's time to take a step back so you can just be.
When someone is retiring or moving on to another job, we write notes and cards, maybe send flowers or take someone out to lunch. We compliment their work or how their kindness made a difference. Perhaps let them know we’ll miss them, and hope that we’ll stay in touch. What if we made the same effort before someone is on their way out? What if we made it a practice to share with others what we respect and appreciate about them?
Your sincere words of appreciation will make a difference. You might even create a domino effect, where the person you compliment is inspired to do the same for someone else. Put a little kindness and gratitude out there in the Universe on a regular basis. You’ll make someone’s day and, in the process, be part of making the world a better place.
If you’re a planner, if you set goals at the beginning of the year, it’s time for a midyear review, and maybe a reset. Whether you've made significant progress or taken baby steps, it's all okay. The question now is ~ what do you want to continue doing or do differently over the course of the next 6 months? In this episode, we focus on strategically using your calendar to help you make progress toward your goals so you can celebrate success at the end of the year. Remember, if nothing changes, nothing changes. Moving forward requires intentional action. Let's do this!
As a healthcare chaplain and community minister, Reverend Lex Cade-White navigates the space of life and healthcare as well as being engaged in social justice and community activism. You’ll immediately feel her warmth and commitment to providing sacred space for others and meeting them where they are ~ no judgment, no expectations.
We talk about the importance of asking for help, the pandemic experiences that surprised her, and how to deal with disappointment in others’ behavior. We also discuss her spiritual journey, what it’s like to find a community that accepts and affirms you, and what can get in the way of having productive conversations in the space of diversity, equity and inclusion. We concluded with Reverend Lex sharing what she’s working toward in the near future ~ it's innovative and much needed!
Connect with Reverend Lex Cade-White at https://www.linkedin.com/in/lexcadewhite/ UWGB DEI Certificate Program: https://www.uwgb.edu/certificate-programs/diversity-equity-and-inclusion/
After more than a year of working from home through the pandemic, engaging in work is never far away. It’s right there on your laptop or your phone. It’s blended into your home life. Even as people are going back into the workplace, technology makes work ever present, so it’s important to have boundaries, to be able to turn the work off at the end of the day, put it aside and enjoy your personal life.
We know work-life balance is pretty darn important for most employees. It ranks second only to compensation. In this episode, I share 10 ideas for how you, as a leader, can set an example for healthy work-life balance. First, it’s helpful if you truly believe that it's important, both for quality work outcomes and for your own and your employees’ health and well-being.
https://teamstage.io/work-life-balance-stats/
We’re talking about advice. It’s one of those things we like to give, but don’t always like to receive.It’s so tempting to give advice, but in the end, it feels better to put that desire aside, to be fully present, to listen, and to walk alongside someone ~ rather than lead ~ as they find their own answers.
In today's episode, we focus on how to help others discover their own expertise to solve a problem rather offering up advice. Most often, the best way for you to help is to start with the knowledge that you don’t need to have the answers and to be genuinely curious and ask open-ended questions that can help the other person get clarity.
June is Pride month! It's about recognizing the impact that the LGBTQ+ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer) community has had locally and across the world. It's about being inclusive and honoring others for who they are. We all want that for ourselves ~ for others to honor who we are, invite us in, and recognize the ways we contribute to making the world a better place. In this episode, I share a brief history of Pride Month and the 1969 uprising that led to the gay rights movement. It’s a reminder that you can unfairly and unjustly push people only so far before they start to fight back and demand that they be respected as fellow human beings. Together, let’s continue to lead the way in recognizing and honoring others for who they are and seeing our own humanity in one another.
https://www.loc.gov/lgbt-pride-month/about/ https://www.history.com/news/stonewall-riots-timeline https://www.britannica.com/story/how-did-the-rainbow-flag-become-a-symbol-of-lgbt-pride
What a fun conversation in this episode with writer and sculptor, Liz Reed! Liz lives in the Washington, D.C. area and is the co-creator, with her husband Jimmy, of the mixed media comic Cuddles and Rage. We talk about their newest book, Bites of Terror, which is 144 pages of horror comics starring anthropomorphic food. We also explore her approach to the creative process, what it's like for her to work with her husband, how she transitioned from working for someone else to working for herself, and much more. Liz reminded me, in such a beautiful way, that we are all creative and it can feel really good to let the artist within come out and explore from time to time. As always, we concluded with Liz sharing about the most important thing she learned in 2020 and what she’s looking forward to in 2021.
Website: CuddlesAndRage.com Bites of Terror: https://www.amazon.com/Bites-Terror-Frightfully-Delicious-Tales/dp/1683691644/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=bites+of+terror&qid=1583687911&sr=8-1 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCEhIT0xnMy0i_N-4a6Mh3KA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cuddlesandrage/?hl=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/cuddlesandrage?lang=en Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CuddlesAndRage/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@cuddlesandrage Etsy: https://www.etsy.com/shop/CuddlesAndRage Redbubble: https://www.redbubble.com/people/cuddlesandrage/shop?asc=u&ref=artist_title_name
Have you ever gotten yourself all tangled up in the giving away your power words of "I need to", "I have to", or "I should" do something? Those words can make it seem like you don’t have any control or you have limited control over your actions or your choices. What if you were to replace them with more empowering words? In this episode, I offer up a challenge that can help you make that shift.
Do you have a to do list? Things to do today, this week, this month? Are there some items that you keep moving forward from day to day, month to month? Are there things that have been on that list for months or longer? The things hanging out on your to do list may be out of sight, but they’re not out of mind. They take up space in your thinking and they take up energy because you know they’re still there and need to be done. In this episode, I share two approaches to deal with the overwhelm so you can start making progress and checking those items off of your list.
We celebrate Mother’s Day on the second Sunday in May every year. Three women are credited for bringing Mother’s Day to life: Ann Reeves Jarvis, Julia Ward Howe, and Anna M. Jarvis. For them, Mother’s Day was about better health, peace, love, and improving the lives of others. It wasn’t about gifts.
As a result of their efforts from the mid-1800s to the early 1900s, President Woodrow Wilson signed a bill in 1914 designating the second Sunday in May as “Mother’s Day”, a day to celebrate all mothers.
Some of the details of their journeys are shared in this podcast. Links to resources below:
https://www.almanac.com/content/history-mothers-day# https://time.com/4771354/mothers-day-history-origins/ https://www.internationalmothersdayshrine.org/
In this energizing and eye-opening conversation, Barbara Lawton, the first woman to be elected Lieutenant Governor of the State of Wisconsin, shares her experiences in elected office, her focus throughout her career on mentoring, empowering, and elevating women, her work in public policy and campaign reform, and much more.
You’ll hear Barbara talk about an interesting challenge she experienced with the Governor soon after being elected Lieutenant Governor. She describes it as a defining moment in navigating a role that is not scripted and has no power or authority in the state constitution.
She is invested in elevating the status of women in our state and across the country. Barbara is someone who walks the talk. She lives her values, and you can feel it in every encounter with her. You’ll feel it throughout our conversation in this episode.
Enjoy!
Check out the resources Barbara talks about in this episode:
Millennial Action Project - https://www.millennialaction.org/ Oxfam’s Sisters on the Planet - https://www.oxfamamerica.org/about/ambassadors/sisters-on-the-planet/ Green Bay's Lanehub takes home $100,000 Rise of the Rest pitch prize - https://www.greenbaypressgazette.com/story/news/2017/10/17/green-bays-lanehub-takes-home-100-000-rise-rest-pitch-prize/731653001/ Bystander Intervention Training - https://www.ihollaback.org/bystander-resources/ Here's how we found common ground on the economy, Sachin Shivaram and Kurt Voss - https://www.greenbaypressgazette.com/story/opinion/2021/04/05/manitowoc-de-pere-businessmen-find-common-ground-u-s-economy/7088325002/
In this episode, we’re talking about understanding and meeting the needs of introverts; such a misunderstood group. We can look around and see, feel, and hear that we live in an extroverted world, but 30-50% of the population are introverts, so whether you work with or live with an introvert, it’s important that we understand their needs and how to best interact with them.
Susan Cain - Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a Word That Can’t Stop Talking https://www.quietrev.com/
Beth Buelow - “Insight: Reflections on the Gifts of Being an Introvert“ https://bethbuelow.com/
Quotes about Introverts https://introvertspring.com/top-100-introvet-quotes/
Simplify. When the spaces where you live and work are cluttered, especially with things you don’t use, it can feel stressful and chaotic and it can be hard to focus on what’s important. All the stuff hanging around that you don’t need or use can also make you feel less satisfied with your life. There are things you want to do, things you want to accomplish, and you also want to rest and relax. Sometimes the stuff can get in the way of doing just that. When your space is simplified and organized, it feels light and open and free. It feels like possibility and opportunity. And what a perfect time of year to feel that way.
In this episode, we’re talking about getting comfortable asking for help.
For many of us, it’s not easy to ask for help. How can we make our way through that discomfort and start asking for the help we want and need? None of us can do this thing called life alone. We’re human, therefore need each other. That interdependence makes us all better and helps us feel more connected. And don’t we need more of that these days.
In this episode, we’re talking about quieting the voice of judgment; what we think and say about ourselves and about others. Just because you decide something is true doesn’t mean that it is. Let's commit to checking our judgments, asking questions, getting clarification and being intentional about the kind of energy we want to put into the world.
What an abundance of positive energy in this episode with Bridget Krage O’Connor. Bridget is the owner of O’Connor Connective and The Connective in DePere, Wisconsin.
You’ll hear Bridget talk about both the excitement and the fear she felt at the beginning of her entrepreneurial journey in 2013, when she decided to leave a successful 25+ year marketing and communications career and start her own strategic communications business. Fast forward to today, and her business offers a portfolio of services.
We also talk about why Bridget decided to the launch The Connective, a social enterprise that serves as a hub to advance women professionals and build community. The Connective led to a partnership with UWGB and the creation of the brand new Institute for Women’s Leadership. You’ll also hear about Downtown Faces Forward, an initiative to raise awareness and support for downtown small businesses by featuring the people behind the storefronts. So much goodness!
In this episode, Bridget mentions the March 5th, 2021 kickoff for the UWGB Institute for Women's Leadership. Here's a link to that recording: https://www.uwgb.edu/womens-leadership/kickoff/
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Check out more about Bridget, the O’Connor Connective, and The Connective at:
Website ~ https://oconnorconnective.com/ Facebook ~ https://www.facebook.com/oconnorconnective Facebook ~ https://www.facebook.com/TheConnectiveWI LinkedIn ~ https://www.linkedin.com/company/o'connor-connective/ LinkedIn ~ https://www.linkedin.com/in/bridgetkrageoconnor/ Downtown Faces Forward ~ https://www.facebook.com/DowntownFacesForward UW Green Bay Institute for Women’s Leadership ~ https://www.uwgb.edu/womens-leadership/
In this episode, we’re talking about taking up space as women. I share a story about walking on a trail and trying to cross the street safely that feels like a metaphor for life at times. It's about the types of experiences most women I know have had at some point in their lives. Beginning with taking up a little sliver of space, being almost invisible, then building confidence and daring to speak up about things that matter, and if they’re too daring, and speak up too much, well…you know where that story goes. Let's be intentional about taking up space and supporting other women in doing the same.
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In today's episode, you’ll hear the voices of 24 women sharing the wisdom they’ve gained from the experiences of the past year. There’s a grounded insightful feeling that comes through in their thoughts and perspectives. I hope you feel as inspired after listening as I did. I know I’ll be listening to this episode more than once this year. Enjoy! https://www.internationalwomensday.com/
Get engaged with the purpose of Women’s History Month this year. It’s empowering to learn about and recognize the vision, the hard work, sacrifices, progress, challenges, and accomplishments of the women who came before us who have made our lives better.
In this episode, learn about three easy and meaningful ways to expand your knowledge about women's history and feel more connected to other women in the process.
https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/presidential-actions/2021/03/01/a-proclamation-on-womens-history-month-2021/ https://womenshistorymonth.gov/
In this episode, you'll feel Sonia’s deep desire to make a difference. Representation matters, and she’s committed to highlighting and celebrating people of diverse backgrounds through her art and through activism.
We talk about the freedom that comes with working in her home studio, how art and activism are connected for her, what Sonia learned about herself and her community from the experience of the Portrait of Manitowoc Project, and how the organization she leads ~ Lakeshore’s United Visionaries ~ shines a light on diversity and works to bring the community together through education, understanding and love.
We concluded with Sonia sharing about what the power of women means to her and what she’s looking forward to in 2021.
*Sonia is the artist in residency for the Portrait of Manitowoc Project at The Rahr-West Art Museum, a community art project that celebrates the diversity of Manitowoc. The final installation of the project will be on exhibit at the Rahr-West Art Museum from February 28, 2021 through June 1, 2021.
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Website – https://soniavasquezart.com Instagram ~ https://www.instagram.com/soniavasquezart Twitter - https://twitter.com/soniavasquezart Facebook ~ https://www.facebook.com/soniavasquezart
Rahr-West Art Museum ~ https://www.manitowoc.org/2320/Portrait-of-Manitowoc-Project Lakeshore’s United Visionaries ~ https://lakeshoresunitedvisionaries.org
Think of the last time you needed to share something important or when you really needed support. Who was the first person you contacted? If that person wouldn’t have been available for a period of time, who would you have contacted next?
You're likely clear about who is in your inner circle of support, but how about beyond the inner layers? To get more clarity, join me in walking through a circle of support exercise. We’ll experiment with three approaches. Click on the link below for the free exercise or visit my website at https://lauriecrawfordcoaching.com.
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Setting healthy boundaries is something we all seem to struggle with at some point in our lives. It's important to remember that we teach people how to treat us by how we honor our own needs. In this episode, we’ll walk through 5 steps you can take to start doing just that and continuing to move toward fully owning your power.
Part of owning your power is getting control of your schedule. You can do that by creating structure and routines, opening the door to living with more intention and purpose.
What structures have you created for your life? What are your daily routines? Be sure they're working FOR you and not against you.
In this episode, I offer some questions to consider as you navigate how to implement structure and routines, or perhaps restructure them.
"There's so much in the culture that's not said rather than what is said. It's the subtleties...there's a beauty, a way of life that is more about the belief that less is more...about respect of each other and elders and the idea of namasté ~ the light in you is the light in me." Michelle Sakhai, New York City based artist, sharing about how her experience visiting family in Japan every summer while growing up informs her art and how she lives her life.
In this episode, you'll feel that respect and light coming through in Michelle's way of being. There's such grounded strength and gentleness in her words and her paintings.
We talk about how Michelle naturally tunes into her body, mind, and spirit when she's painting, what she's learned from teaching transformative art at the Harlem Hospital, and how her spirituality has evolved over time. We also discuss the importance of recognizing and honoring the many ways in which 2020 opened the door for reflection, introspection, and creativity.
We concluded with Michelle sharing about what the power of women means to her and and what she’s looking forward to in 2021.
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Website - https://www.michellesakhai.com/ Book “Awakening” - https://www.michellesakhai.com/artistbook/awakening/book Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/michellesakhaiart/ Twitter - https://twitter.com/SakhaiMichelle Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/michellesakhai/ LinkedIn ~ https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-sakhai-9348a412/
Your life purpose is about being in service of something much bigger than yourself. When you’re clear about your purpose, it’s easier to choose where you will focus your energy, or not; where you will say yes, or no. And, of course, how you spend your time is how you spend your life. You want it to be in service of something that makes the world a better place.
When you know your purpose, it’s your north star. It provides direction, it helps you to get back on track, it gives you more confidence in the decisions you make.
If you were to live into your purpose every day: How might your behavior and interactions be different? How might your life and your impact on others’ lives be different?
Inspirational quote source: The Path Made Clear, https://www.barnesandnoble.com/w/the-path-made-clear-oprah-winfrey/1129056766
Your core values are the guiding principles and standards of behavior by which you lead your life. They’re what ground you and help you feel centered in good times and, perhaps more importantly, when things get a little rocky. When you’re clear about your values and what they look like in action, you’re more likely to be living authentically and making decisions that are in alignment with what truly matters to you. In this episode, I walk through each step of my free core values exercise that you can download at:
After listening to the call to action in this episode, I’d love to hear how it's going. What’s working, what’s not working? Where do you need support? Visit my Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/lauriecrawfordcoaching to share your experiences or send me a private message.
It is my belief that millions more women and girls coming into their power will bring about a kinder, gentler, more compassionate and just world where all people have the opportunity to reach their potential.
That is the purpose of this podcast. To encourage and support women in listening to their wisdom and owning their power.
If you have the same belief, let’s do this work together. The work of building self-confidence, of taking risks, of being vulnerable, of reaching out and connecting with and supporting other women. The good work, the important work of owning our individual and our collective power.
We’ll be talking about how we do that every week on this podcast.
After listening to the call to action in this episode, I’d love to hear how it goes. What’s working, what’s not working?
Visit my Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/lauriecrawfordcoaching to share your experiences or send me a private message.
Resources for stats in this episode:
https://www.forbes.com/sites/kateharrison/2019/03/20/want-economic-growth-add-female-executives-and-board-members/?sh=6b442d7b2142
https://www.bizjournals.com/bizwomen/news/latest-news/2020/03/number-of-women-led-startups-doubles.html?page=all
https://www.weforum.org/agenda/2020/09/women-leaders-coronavirus-better-than-men
https://www.nytimes.com/2020/05/15/world/coronavirus-women-leaders.html
It is my belief that millions more women and girls coming into their power will bring about a kinder, gentler, more compassionate and just world where all people have the opportunity to reach their potential.
That is the purpose of this podcast. To encourage and support women in listening to their wisdom and owning their power.
If you have the same belief, let’s do this work together. The work of building self-confidence, of taking risks, of being vulnerable, of reaching out and connecting with and supporting other women. The good work, the important work of owning our individual and our collective power.
We’ll be talking about how we do that every week on this podcast.
After listening to the call to action in this episode, I’d love to hear how it goes. What’s working, what’s not working?
Visit my Facebook page https://www.facebook.com/lauriecrawfordcoaching to share your experiences or send me a private message.
Resources for stats in this episode:
https://www.forbes.com/sites/kateharrison/2019/03/20/want-economic-growth-add-female-executives-and-board-members/?sh=6b442d7b2142
https://www.bizjournals.com/bizwomen/news/latest-news/2020/03/number-of-women-led-startups-doubles.html?page=all
https://www.weforum.org/agenda/2020/09/women-leaders-coronavirus-better-than-men
https://www.nytimes.com/2020/05/15/world/coronavirus-women-leaders.html
In this episode, you’ll hear Christma share how she made her dream of the Lighthouse Recovery Community Center become reality. Today, she is the founder and director of this organization that is a beacon of hope for the recovery community in Manitowoc, Wisconsin.
Christma talks about the challenges and rewards of starting and growing a new non-profit, how she’s navigating change, growth, and delegation, and being intentional about time for herself, family and friends. In addition, Christma shares about the lesson that’s taken her the longest to learn.
We discuss the importance of her relationships with other women and how the power of women plays itself out in her life. We concluded with Christma sharing about what she would say to her 21-year old self, what she’s learned about herself this year, and what she’s looking forward to in 2021.
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In this episode, Erin’s passion for art, education, and travel is palpable. There are so many intriguing layers to her that we explore. Erin is authentic to her core, and with such a beautiful spirit, you can feel the realness when you’re in her presence.
We talk about the joy of being in her art studio, Yonder, in Algoma, Wisconsin and her focus on making work about women and exploring aspects of the feminine. In addition, Erin shares about community engagement in bringing art to public places with the more than 30 mural projects she has led in the past five years.
We discuss her role as an educator and how she encourages students to participate in the world around them and be an active agent for positive change. We also talk about the delight she finds in traveling, meeting new people, immersing herself in different cultures, and learning new things about herself along the way.
We concluded with Erin sharing about the experience of being a new mom, what she would say to her 21-year old self, her perspective on the power of women, and what she’s looking forward to in the next year.
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I'm happy to share with you the October 2020 episode of the Women Om Wisdom podcast with my guest Barb Bundy-Jost.
Barb has spent the better part of her life working for the Manitowoc Public School District in Manitowoc, Wisconsin as an art teacher, a 21st Century Communications team teacher, an International Baccalaureate (IB) Coordinator and Visual Art Teacher and IB's Creativity, Activity and Service Coordinator. Her days are filled with activities that inspire community youth to create, contribute and value the world in which we all live.
In this episode, we talk about joy of teaching, what Barb has learned about young people during her 30+ years in the classroom, and what her students have taught her about herself.
We also talk about the strong female influences that she grew up with in her mother and grandmother ~ feisty Irish women who spoke their mind and did things their way.
We discuss the learning from spending most of your life not asking for help and then discovering how uplifting and freeing it can be, for yourself and those you ask, when you get comfortable reaching out.
We concluded with Barb sharing her perspective on the power of women, what wisdom she would share with her younger self, and what she’s looking forward to in the next year.
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In this episode, you’ll feel Yengyee’s authenticity throughout our conversation. She’s joyful, she’s a deep thinker, and she so beautifully holds space for others, no matter the environment.
We talk about the meaning that comes from helping and seeing others succeed. In addition, when you truly enjoy giving to others, the importance of getting clear about what healthy boundaries look like and then honoring them.
We discuss the life lessons from divorce, committing to a healthy relationship with your former spouse, being a single mom, and what children can teach us about ourselves and how to be in the world.
We concluded with Yengyee sharing about the significance of relationships with other women in her life, what she dreams of achieving one day, and what she’s looking forward to in the next year.
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In this episode, you can feel Keeley’s passion for social justice work as she shares about empowering women and being an ally with people of color.
We talk about the importance of connections with other women, including a meaningful relationship with the former Lt. Governor of Wisconsin who reached out to Keeley when she moved to Madison several years ago.
We explore how she navigated grief and loss after losing her brother 8 years ago and how she continues to navigate today.
We concluded with Keeley sharing about the freedom that comes when we stop worrying about people pleasing, what she would say to her 18-year-old self, what she dreams of achieving one day (actually what she dreams of our country achieving one day), and what she’s looking forward to in the next year.
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I’ve admired Cath from the moment I met her. Through our jobs at the time, I had the opportunity to see her in action with youth in our community, and it was always a master class experience.
In this episode, we begin with Cath sharing her thoughts about 2020, where we find ourselves, and the opportunities for learning. We also talked about the evolution of her spirituality and her passion for community building. The story about how a healing hermitage was built in her back yard will make you smile and confirm your faith in humanity.
In addition, Cath offers perspective about work-life balance and prioritizing self-care, as well as nurturing relationships with other women.
We concluded with Cath sharing what she would say to the 20-something version of herself and what she’s looking forward to in the next year, personally and professionally.
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In this episode, we begin with Lindsay sharing her thoughts about racial injustice, listening to people of color, leaning into the discomfort, and taking action to make things better.
We also talked about what she’s learned about herself from being married and divorced, getting married again, becoming a mom, and balancing her family's needs with her individual interests and aspirations. We discuss the different directions her career has taken her, beginning with magazine publishing to her current role in politics. In addition, Lindsay shares how her time in public education shifted her perspective about the people she comes into contact with every day.
We concluded with Lindsay sharing where she’s a work in progress and what she’s looking forward to in the next year, personally and professionally.
I’m guessing you might have the same thought I did by the end of this episode…what a great representative Lindsay would be in any elected office. Perhaps the State Assembly or Senate, perhaps Congress. No pressure though 😊
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In this episode, we talk about the ways in which Toral’s early formative experiences shaped her life and the learning and growth that has come from listening to her own wisdom. We also talk about naming the things that are hard to hear and speaking your truth. In addition, Toral shares about unlearning, beginning again, the importance of going deep, and remembering that we’re all doing the best we can. You’ll hear the energy and passion in Toral's voice when she talks about her own mindfulness practice and teaching mindfulness to others.
We concluded our conversation with Toral sharing this quote; words we all need to hear more often. "You are seen. You are known. You are loved." ~SARK
Check out the “Lovingkindness” and “Practicing with different anchors” guided meditations that Toral offers on her website, tljcoaching.com. With the first word, you’ll feel her gentle peaceful spirit.
In this episode, we talk about Amber’s journey as the founder and CEO of the non-profit Grow It Forward, and the learning and growth that has come from it. We also talk about how empowering it is to let go of the things that no longer serve us, even when letting go is painful. In addition, Amber shares about the lasting impact of mentors, what it meant to be recognized by the Chamber as the young professional of the year, a recent powerful aha moment, where she’s a work in progress, what she would tell her younger self, and what she’s looking forward to in 2020.
In this episode with Karmen, we talk about the experiences, learning, and life lessons that have come from a 31-year career in the same industry, her recent transition to being the CEO of a non-profit, managing time and boundaries, how to integrate meaningful self-care into a busy professional and personal life, the one question we might want to ask those in senior leadership roles, Karmen's words of the year, and what she is looking forward to in 2020.
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In this episode with Kristin, we talk about the experiences, learning, and life lessons that have come from losing a husband at 25, being a stay-at-home mom vs. a "working" mom, and managing time and boundaries. We also discuss the challenges and benefits of being a solopreneur, self-care for body, mind, and spirit, how to stay meaningfully connected with girlfriends, the learning and growth that comes from setting annual family goals, and what Kristin is looking forward to in 2020.
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In this episode, we talk about the experiences, learning, and life lessons that have come from Kiara’s family connections; starting her business full-time and the commitment as well as freedom that comes with the entrepreneurial journey; what she's learned about people through traveling and hosting many exchange students ; and how being in nature brings calm and peace and helps us to be more present in our lives.
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In this episode, we talk about the experiences, learning, and life lessons that have come from Tina's international travels and from taking risks; starting a business with her husband, and the commitment as well as freedom that comes with the entrepreneurial journey; what she's learned about people through working in the public and private sectors and running a small business; and how mindfulness and trusting the Universe can bring peace and help us to be more present in our lives and in the world.
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Conversation with Leslie Boyd
In this episode, we talk about Leslie's intentionally unconventional career path and how it all began, her decision to go to grad school in her early 30s, what she does to get herself centered, the learning that came from losing her job after 30+ years with the same organization, what she's looking forward to in the next year, personally and professionally, and so much more.
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Conversation with Kristina Schram
In this episode, Kristina talks about what she's learned from being a small business owner and parent, the benefits of traveling, how she gets centered, the joy of reading, what she's looking forward to in the next year, and so much more.
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Conversation with Lisa Quistorf
In this episode, Lisa talks about her journey in the exciting field of education, including the wisdom she has gained from her experiences with students, teachers, and the community and what it means for Two Rivers Public Schools to be a Kids at Hope district.
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Conversation with Annie England
In this episode, Annie talks about moving through fear, being vulnerable, and the freedom she found on the journey of self discovery.
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Conversation with Carol Wergin and Connie Hendries
In this episode, Carol and Connie share what it was like to be part of the women’s movement in the 70s, what they’ve seen over the years in the evolution of the movement, and how we can apply that learning and wisdom today.
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Conversation with Theresa Collins
Theresa shares what she has learned from life’s opportunities and challenges and how she uses the wisdom she’s gained for the benefit of her own growth and others.
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Conversation with Jennifer Estrada
In 2018, Jenni ran an energetic, forward-focused campaign running for the Wisconsin 25th District Assembly seat. While she did not win that seat, she showed those in her sphere and beyond what it looks like to run a campaign, which is all encompassing, while being a single mom raising five children and working three jobs.
Jenni shares what she has learned from life’s challenges and opportunities and how she uses the wisdom she’s gained for the benefit of her own growth and others.
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Conversation with Stacey Groll.
Stacey highlights four defining events in her life where she walked away being a different person, a stronger person. She had to decide whether these life situations would make her weaker and more vulnerable or stronger and more independent.
Stacey shares how she has learned to face life’s challenges head on, focus on the learning from each experience, and apply the wisdom she’s gained for the benefit of both her own and others growth.
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Conversation with Dr. Elizabeth Wergin, Juniper Physical Therapy.
In March of 2018, she made the decision to resign from her stable job at a local outpatient physical therapy clinic and open up her own holistic physical therapy clinic, Juniper Physical Therapy, LLC. Elizabeth shares how she learned to trust her gut, recognize her calling, and ultimately to choose her path with confidence.This podcast is focused on the wisdom she has gained and how she applies that wisdom in her life every day.
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Conversation with Cindy Oswald and Jacki Rocklewitz.
Cindy, Jacki and I are mothers whose adult children have an opioid addiction and grandmothers who are raising our grandchildren. This podcast is focused on the wisdom we have gained on this journey, beginning with trying to understand what was happening with our adult children, keeping our granddaughters safe, and navigating what can be a very confusing and complicated social services and court system, with lots of moving parts. There have been and will continue to be bumps and sharp curves. Most importantly, for those beginning or in the middle of this journey, know that here is hope, there is calm, there is light at the end of the tunnel.
Conversation with Angie Kusek-Schubert, owner of Ginger Birch Floral & Designs.
Angie is a natural living enthusiast and lover of all things sacred. She is a sacred pregnancy instructor and is experienced with sacred Ayurveda and sacred flower essence. When she's not working, you can find Angie gardening, kayaking, reading, painting, baking, teaching art, or getting into trouble. This podcast is focused on the wisdom she has gained and how she applies that wisdom in her life every day.
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Conversation with Lucy-Ann Muabe, Career Resources and Student Development Specialist at Silver Lake College in Manitowoc, WI. An inquisitive and adventuresome spirit from an early age, Lucy-Ann N. Muabe was born in Cameroon, West Africa. As a youngster, Lucy-Ann was captivated by the phrase “but why” and “what if.” By the age of 6, Lucy-Ann would find herself actively participating in debates with her elders, charging them to clearly define and defend their stands on an array of topics. This podcast is focused on the wisdom she has gained and how she applies that wisdom in her life every day.
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Conversation with Theresa Falvey, owner of State of Grace mind.body.spirit. Theresa is a soulful optimist and lifelong learner. She is a certified yoga instructor, a Reiki master/teacher, a licensed esthetician, and a nationally certified massage therapist. Theresa describes her life as a constant adventure! This podcast is focused on the wisdom she has gained and how she applies that wisdom in her life every day.
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Conversation with Kim Geiser, owner of Kim Geiser Studios. Kim is an artist, illustrator, story teller, and all around artsy gal who loves to include creativity in all aspects of her life. Kim believes we each have the power to change not just our own little worlds, but the world as a whole by simply living a loving life. This podcast is focused on the wisdom she has gained and how she applies that wisdom in her life every day.
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Conversation with Teri Zuege-Halvorsen, director of continuing professional education and Wisconsin caregiver academy with the University of Wisconsin, Green Bay. 22+ years in the community education field; passion is education, learning, and providing access to those with barriers; considers education to be a fundamental right for all. This podcast is focused on the wisdom she has gained throughout her life and how she applies that wisdom in her life today.
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Conversation with Kate Robinson, executive producer of the PBS-featured documentary film Saving Philanthropy; skilled facilitator, strategist, advocate, and thought leader in the non-profit sector. This podcast is focused on the wisdom she has gained throughout her life and how she applies that wisdom in her life today.
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Conversation with Aarti Rajaratnam, Intuitive Psychologist, Best Selling Author, and Innovative Curriculum and Education Design Consultant in Salem, India. This podcast is focused on the wisdom she has gained throughout her life and how she applies that wisdom in her life today.
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Conversation with Lauren Hofland, Senior Corporate Giving Analyst at Kohler Company in Kohler, Wisconsin. This podcast is focused on the wisdom she has gained throughout her life and how she applies that wisdom in her life today.
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Conversation with Betsy Alles, executive director of the Sheboygan County Chamber of Commerce. This podcast is focused on the wisdom she has gained throughout her life and how she applies that wisdom in her life today.
*About 20 minutes into the first half of the podcast, the line dropped, but we recovered nicely and continued the conversation. This is the second 20 minutes. Enjoy!
Conversation with Betsy Alles, executive director of the Sheboygan County Chamber of Commerce. This podcast is focused on the wisdom she has gained throughout her life and how she applies that wisdom in her life today.
*About 20 minutes into the podcast, the line dropped, but we recovered nicely and continued the conversation. You'll hear a 10-second blip at the 20-minute mark, but then the recording continues. Enjoy!