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Jasmin Reed
In a day in age where 2 incomes is the norm especially if you live in LA. 29 year old Angelino Jasmin Reed quits her job to become a housewife? From going to college while working 3 jobs to being a stay at home mom? This is going to be a major adjustment. Join her on her journey while she balances her new responsibilities while focusing on school and her new meaningful business! Get ready for raw conversations with women who are making a meaningful impact with their careers and lots of laughs! Jasmin says let’s grow together!
Today is Friday which means Reddit readings, specifically "Today I F* Up" Reddit readings. From a messy avocado to seeing too much of your sibling, these stories will make you cringe. Whatever happens today I'm sure you did not f* up this bad.
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Today's episode is all about Etsy tags. We cover the dos and don'ts when it comes to tagging your products. We also share how to come up with the most efficient tags. Happy selling!
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Today we have the pleasure of speaking with Michaela S. Cox. Michaela S. Cox is a multi-published author who writes about motherhood, faith, and culture. Drawing on her own life experiences with disability, divorce and the death of her beloved husband, Michaela knows what it’s like to face tribulations, preserve and thrive through challenges. Her journey offers hope and a way forward to those who are dealing with challenges of their own. Michaela gives insight into life as a self-published author, overcoming obstacles, and work-life balance.
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https://www.myheartfeltmeditations.com/
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Today is TV Tuesday where we dive into a trending show. This week's bingeworthy TV show is "Gaslit". Gaslit is an American political thriller television limited series based on the first season of the podcast Slow Burn by Leon Neyfakh. This episode is a no spoiler review of this critically acclaimed series.
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We finally finished Verity by Colleen Hoover, and do I have a lot to say! Today is all about breaking down the book, and especially that ending! From what the title means to the book, to what the purpose of the book is, we don't leave any stone unturned. We also reveal what book we will be reading for the month of February!
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Today's episode contains shocking stories from the "Today I F* Up" section in Reddit. From Pelican puke, to getting caught in the act these stories will have your cringing in your seat. These Reddit reading are sure to make you feel better about that embarrassing moment that keeps you up at night.
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Today's episode is all about embroidery machine tips. I cover some of the most common questions I get asked. We cover tension, stabilizer, thread and needle size. I even share a fun tip with you about removing embroidery. Happy embroidering!
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Today we have the pleasure of speaking with Emi Kirschner. Emi Kirschner is an investor, serial entrepreneur, coach and host of Women Who Build Empires Podcast, Emi Kirschner is the CEO of Empress Enterprises. Her mission is to empower women entrepreneurs in reaching beyond 7 figures by helping them build more profitable businesses that create the change they want to see in the world. Emi Kirschner shares her journey to success and provides key points to obtain that success yourself. She also shares her tips for work/life balance and self-care.
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https://empressenterprises.ac-page.com/the-aligned-entrepreneur
https://www.instagram.com/theemikirschner/
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Today's episode is all about Black Bird. Like any good show I had to binge this in one sitting. This show is so good mainly because of Taron Egerton's performance, but the show is definitely very disturbing. It really opens your eyes up to a lot of ugly in the world and dives into the mind of a truly evil person. If you don't like watching scary shows, but want to be filled in, this is a great listen for you!
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Today's episode is all about Verity by Colleen Hoover chapters 8-16. So much has happened since we last spoke! I do a recap of the chapters and give you my feedback on the characters. This book is such a great balance between romance/suspense.
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Today's episode is all about having some laughs. These 4 stories are sure to do the job. They are 4 hilarious true stores submitted on Reddit, specifically on the "Today I Fucked Up" thread. No matter what happens today you can at least be thankful that you are not any of these people.
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On today's episode we cover creating repeat customers. We explain how this relates to the overall customer experience. We cover shipping, finding a niche, creating content, and showing buyers you care.Shop here:JoyfullyEmbroideryUS - Etsy--- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/jasmin-reed/support
Vic Ferrari is a retired NYPD detective who has written four humorous books about the New York City Police Department. In addition to writing books, he is a professional raconteur with over a hundred podcast, radio, and television interviews and a contributor to the syndicated radio program Sterling on Sunday. On today's episode Vic Ferrari gives us a behind the scenes look at the NYPD from his experience as a rookie, to busting car theft rings. We end the episode debunking common myths about tickets.
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Today's episode is all about The White Lotus Season 2. We continue breaking down the rest of the season. There are spoilers so if you don't want to hear them, get caught up and come back and listen! We break down the moral of the story and each characters learning lesson.
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On today's episode we cover the first 8 chapters of Verity by Colleen Hoover. This romance/thriller has really hooked me. We cover initial thoughts on the characters, writing, and surprises that have come along. I also share with you my picks on who would play these characters in a motion picture.
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On today's episode we cover texting. If you're like me you might be a bad texter, ever wonder why? Today we dive into the psyche behind bad texters. We also cover texting culture. Is it unrealistic to expect a speedy reply?
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So you want to start an Etsy shop, but don't know where to start? Today's episode is all about getting started. From choosing your name to, tracking expenses, to tagging your items. This is meant to act as a guide so you know what to expect. We cover common questions you may run into.
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Today's episode is all about sleep. Today we have the pleasure of speaking with Morgan Adams. Morgan Adams is an accredited sleep coach; who has been her own client! She knows what it is like to rely on pharmaceuticals to sleep. She knows what it is like to create new routines and strategies for better sleep. She knows it is difficult but absolutely possible to improve your sleep from personal experience. In addition, she know what it’s like to be diagnosed—twice!—with cancer. She is a breast cancer survivor whose mission is to help women live happier and healthier lives. Morgan shares why it is important to get a good night's sleep, what is considered a good night's sleep and how to get a good night's sleep.
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https://www.morganadamswellness.com/
https://www.instagram.com/morganadams.wellness/
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Today's episode is all about "The White Lotus". We do a spoiler free recap of season 1. Afterwards, with a "spoiler alert" warning, we cover our take on the ending of season 1. Season 1 sparked some interesting topics of discussion, such as, is it okay to marry for money? We end the episode by breaking down the first half of season 2.
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Welcome to season 2! We have so much fun things in store this year! We introduce our new format for the show, the topics we will be discussing, and how often we will be discussing. We also cover the NYE CNN special with Andy Cohen and Anderson Cooper. We cover how to make a vision board and the questions to ask yourself going into 2023 to manifest all of your hopes and dreams. We end the episode introducing the book we will be reading this month and that is "Verity by Colleen Hoover". It is a romance novel/thriller.
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Today we have the pleasure of speaking with Lynne Bowman. Lynne is living proof that you can cook, eat, sleep, laugh, and walk your way out of type 2 diabetes, along with other chronic ailments, and her latest book, “Brownies for Breakfast, A Cookbook for Diabetics and the People Who Love Them," is a cool, fun, beautiful, guidebook for anybody who wants to reverse chronic disease, and eat healthy: vegan, vegetarian, plant-based, pescatarian, gluten-free, sugar-free. Lynne shares health tips for the New Year and a few of her delicious recipes with us! We end the episode with a fun game of "Would You Rather?".
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Lynne Parmiter Bowman (lynnebowman.com)
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Today is a very special day for the millennials because it is our first official "Millennial Choice Awards 2022". We recap the best tv shows, movies, songs, books, and podcasts of 2022. We also reflect on a few personal accomplishments. There is also some exciting news shared about all of the fun things to come in 2023. Enjoy!
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On today's episode my mom joins us for the 2nd time to discuss 80s pop culture! We cover 80's fashion, gadgets, music and pop culture news. It's interesting to see what trends have started to resurface. Enjoy!
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On this week's episode I will be covering how to throw an awesome, unforgettable, themed holiday party on a $50 budget. You read that right! This party provides enough food for up to 12 guests! You can add more ingredients to host more people and still have a very affordable, fun party! I cover appetizers, entrees, holiday cocktails, dessert, holiday activities, gifts and even party favors!
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On today's episode I do a quick recap of our weekend getaway to Big Bear. I hope everyone is staying warm this winter season! I also cover weird, strange, shocking celebrity facts. I categorized them as limbs (yes limbs), weird encounters, and just really weird things I just think you should know. Enjoy!
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Today we have the pleasure of speaking to Laura Reardon, Laura Reardon is a certified Child Behavior Specialist, she is trained as an Emotion Coach, Childhood Anxiety Coach, and Parent Coach, and she’s the founder of Laura Reardon Coaching. Laura Reardon shares advice on parenting anxious children. She shares how to help our anxious kids and what physical symptoms to expect. She breaks these scary feelings down, and provides tangible solutions, so they are not so scary anymore.
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Laura Reardon Coaching - Helping Parents Grow
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On part 2 of "Family Travel" we share a list of must-see Portland Destinations. I also, share my Hail Mary attempt at a vegetarian Thanksgiving. This episode is filled with lots of travel tips and debates. Like, is the aisle or window seat better? I personally prefer the window, but hey, to each their own!
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On today's episode we welcome back my husband Ethan Reed to recap our recent trip to Portland and Thanksgiving. This episode is filled with lots of travel tips and debates. Like is the aisle or window seat better? I personally prefer the window, but hey, to each their own!
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On today's episode we cover 13 Ways to avoid getting sick this flu/cold season. Please excuse my raspy, man voice because I did not follow these tips before catching this bug. I also share with you gift ideas for your entire family, friends and coworkers. This is NOT like your other gift guides they're gifts they will actually like. I am very proud of this gift guide I came up with my cold/brain fog and all. You're welcome! ;)
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Source:
How to Prevent a Cold: 13 Ways to Stop a Cold & Avoid Getting Sick (prevention.com)
Today we have the pleasure of speaking to Andrea Nicholson, she is a Board Certified Holistic Nutritionist, Nutrition Therapist Master, and Restorative Wellness Practitioner. Andrea shares how she sent from a forensic scientist to a Holistic Nutritionist. She shares the benefits of holistic nutrition, and why you need to look at the bigger picture. We end the episode with a fun game of "Would You Rather?"
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https://www.healthylifewithandrea.com/
https://www.instagram.com/healthylifewithandrea/
With the holidays among us a lot of will be traveling, including myself! As I am writing this my husband is packed and ready to go while I, haven't even started. This episode is packed full of packing tips to make your travel experience a breeze!
Sources:
https://www.travelandleisure.com/travel-tips/packing-tips/travel-editor-packing-tips
On today's episode we cover everything you need to know this Thursday morning. I fill you in on all of the hot topics. We cover pop culture, tech, the best Black Friday deals, new Netflix releases and politics. Start your day off right and get filled in!
On todays episode we cover everything you need to know this Thursday morning. I fill you in on all of the hot topics. We cover pop culture, tech, the best Black Friday deals and politics. Start your day off right and get filled in!
On todays episode we cover everything you need to know this Wednesday morning. I fill you in on all of the hot topics. We cover pop culture, tech, new tv shows, the best Black Friday deals and politics. Start your day off right and get filled in!
On todays episode we cover everything you need to know this Tuesday morning. I fill you in on all of the hot topics. We cover pop culture, tech, new series, the best Black Friday deals and politics. Start your day off right and get filled in!
This episode covers everything you need to know this Monday morning! From pop culture, to tech, to the latest black Friday deals and the election. Your Welcome. ;)
This week we had the privilege of speaking to Misa Pignataro. Misa Pignataro is a certified health coach, an educator with a Master’s degree in early childhood education, a mom of two young girls, and a wife. Her mission is to help shape our children’s tastes one bite at a time, so that we can set them up for a lifetime of health and happiness! Misa shares tips on shaping your children to appreciate clean, real food at an early age. She also shares tips on how to get picky eaters to eat their veggies, and tricks to help your family opt for healthy snacks. She even shares tips on grocery planning! We end the episode with a fun game of "Would You Rather"!
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Homepage - Misa's Clean Kitchen (misascleankitchen.com)
Cooking classes 👩🍳 Raising Adventurous Eaters (@misascleankitchen) • Instagram photos and videos
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This week I will be discussing mental health. Like a lot of us I hold mental health so close to my heart. Mental illnesses such as Harm OCD and Schizophrenia have had a huge impact on my family. I have so much respect for anyone who has/loves someone with mental health issues and remember IT DOES GET BETTER.
Brain & Behavior Research Foundation | (bbrfoundation.org)
You can call a crisis line or the National Suicide Prevention Line at 1-800-273-TALK (8255). If you think your friend or family member is in need of community mental health services you can find help in your area.
This week we have the pleasure of speaking with Carolina Ayala. Carolina Ayala is B a Holistic Life Coach and certified Pranic Healer. She helps people improve their lives thru the knowledge of energy, by overcoming high self-standards and overthinking, and transforming negative self-criticism into a positive mindset that allows people to manifest their dreams. She works with individuals who want to make a bigger difference in their lives by using energy principles to support the right words and actions to fuel real change. Carolina shares with us what inspired her to start studying energy, and how you can use energy to manifest your dreams. She also shares how to protect yourself from bad energy, and also, use energy to heal. We end the episode with a fun game of "Would You Rather?".
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https://sociatap.com/CarolinaAyala/
https://www.instagram.com/caritoayalao/
On today's episode we cover why you should enjoy being single. Why you should not feel pressured into plastic surgery. Why men love boobs and why people cheat. Enjoy!
Sources:
Science-Backed Reasons You're Better Off Being Single (insider.com)
Cosmetic Plastic Surgery Overview | Johns Hopkins Medicine
Why People Cheat in Relationships (markmanson.net)
https://herway.net/8-reasons-why-guys-fall-for-girls-with-big-boobs/
On Part 2 of our Halloween exclusive episode, we wrap up the chilling real-life ghost stories, and get into some chilling real-life relationship issues. My husband is such a trooper while he is suddenly in the hot seat, answering questions about common things men do, that annoy their partner. We end the episode with a fun game quoting our favorite comedies.
Sources:
12 Real-Life Ghost Stories That Will Scare Even Skeptics | CafeMom.com
10 Things Men Do That Drive Women Insane (In A Bad Way) (thetalko.com)
On today's episode we are getting spooky! Celebrate with my husband and I as we celebrate the spooky season! Things get extra creepy as we talk about all things ghosts with a little alien sprinkled in. We cover real-life ghost stories! While Ethan is a skeptic, I am definitely shaking in my thigh high Halloween boots!
Source
12 Real-Life Ghost Stories That Will Scare Even Skeptics | CafeMom.com
Tabatha Perry is the ultimate go-to for women that are the non 9-5ers. She encourages and equips women that are wanting less chaos and to get their daily life on track! With over 15 years of experience in the Criminal Justice System, 20+ moves under her belt, has a Masters in Social Worker, girl-mom, wifey and Life Coach, she's got advice that will make any day less stressful for the woman juggling many balls in the air! On today's episode we cover what inspired Tabatha to start helping others organize their lives. She shares tangible small steps we can take to set ourselves up for success. We cover what usually holds people back from fulfilling their full potential. Tabatha shares how to combat these barriers. We end the episode with a fun game of "Would You Rather?"
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Tabatha Perry Life Coach
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If Mondays are usually rough for you, I am making it MY problem. I dedicate Monday mornings to help raise those endorphins to start your day and week off right. We start this episode with good news about a large corporation who takes steps towards running a more environmentally/animal friendly business. I also share some shocking news about my dog's recent stay at training camp. I share my confession with you and we cover a few truly outrageous dating nightmares.
Sources:
How a Tiny Injured Kitten Kickstarted an Entire Sustainability Initiative to Eliminate Plastic (goodnewsnetwork.org)
12 Dating Horror Stories From Real People (insider.com)
On today's episode we welcome back Samantha Medina. She does amazing work for the unhoused with Kingdom Causes Bellflower. Today's episode is all about unfiltered girl talk. I pry into Sam's dating life like I'm trying to solve a case. We also give an unsolicited review of House of the Dragon. We talk Halloween, music and relationships. We end the episode with a fun game of F-, Marry, Kill.
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If Mondays are usually rough for you I am making it my problem. I dedicate Monday mornings to help raise those endorphins to start your day and week off right. Todays good news story highlights the beauty of social media. You read that right, beauty. We also cover a list of questions you may have always been curious about, but are too embarrassed to ask him.
Sources:
https://www.buzzfeed.com/shelbyheinrich/men-women-questions-sex-love
https://www.instagram.com/goodnews_movement/
This week we have Camille Finan a kitchen design coach on the podcast. She helps women create their dream kitchen without stress or costing a fortune. She is also the host of The Kitchen Sink Podcast. She opens up about her career journey with us and how she currently empowers women, whether it is through her female owned and operated business or teaching other women the skills she has learned throughout her career. She shares budget friendly ways to stay on top of trends. She also walks us chronologically through the steps of a kitchen remodel. We end the episode with a fun breakdown of her 5 fur babies.
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Kitchen Design Coach (@dream_kitchen_coach) • Instagram photos and videos
Kitchen Sink Podcast on Apple Podcasts
This week we are focusing on all things love. We cover the horoscope for October 2022 and learn how this is going to be an exciting time for your love life. We also cover 10 ways to spice up your sex life in a long-term relationship. I share my confession with you and cover what I am grateful for this week.
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Sources:
https://stylecaster.com/love-horoscope-october-2022/
https://www.mygirlwellness.com/blogs/sex-relationships/10-ways-to-spice-up-your-sex-life-in-a-long-term-relationship
On this weeks episode we have the pleasure of speaking with Esther Murray. She is an author and Personal Life Coach. She focuses on coaching professional women who have hit a dead end in their career due to getting passed over, feeling unappreciated, or lacking opportunities to move ahead in the workplace due to systematic gender discrimination and internal office politics. She shares her inspiring journey that led her to this career. We cover quiet quitting and workplace culture. We end the interview with a fun game of "Rapid Fire Questions".
Find Esther Murray here:
Website - https://esthermurray.com/
LinkedIn - https://esthermurray.com/
E-Book - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0B7K431ZR
On this week's episode of Monday Motivation, we cover a good news story about a couple of friendly airline employees. We also cover some great strategies to maintain a healthy work-life balance. I share my confession with you, and we end the episode to discuss what we are grateful for this week. I would love to hear about what you're reflecting on with gratitude!
Sources:
https://blog.proofhub.com/9-productivity-hacks-for-better-work-life-balance-in-2018-b89ae129c649
https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/southwest-airlines-workers-looked-after-a-passengers-pet-fish-for-4-months-after-it-was-banned-from-flight/
With two Master's Degrees in education and counseling, and over 40 years experience as a psychotherapist, life and business coach, hypnotist, teacher, speaker and author, Susie Hayes helps people become and stay FREED from Stuck! She is the author of the award-winning book, "FREED from Stuck! Dare to Cross the Bridge Beyond Grief, trauma, and Self-Sabotage to Discover Lasting Change Now." On this episode she walks us through her system of getting unstuck. She shares why some people find themselves stuck and how to create sustainable change. She shares an incredible success story with us about someone who started many unexpected new beginnings and found themselves happier than ever. We end the episode with a fun game of "Overrated or Underrated".
On this weeks episode of Monday Motivation we cover a good news story about a noise complaint. We also cover some very strange, very true stories. I share my confession with you this week. We end the episode to discuss what we are grateful for this week and I would love to hear about what you're reflecting on with gratitude!
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Sources:
https://www.buzzfeed.com/alliehayes/strangest-unexplainable-stories-reddit
https://www.sunnyskyz.com/good-news/4796/Officers-Discovered-A-Noise-Complaint-Was-A-Girl-Celebrating-Her-Quincea-era-So-They-Helped-Her-Celebrate
This week we have the pleasure of speaking with Molly DeFrank. Molly DeFrank is the author of Digital Detox: The Two-Week Tech Reset for Kids. She helps free families from their addictions to devices. She has a degree in international relations and worked as a press aide for former California governor Arnold Schwarzenegger. These days, she is a stay-at-home mom and foster mom to six kids ages twelve and under. Molly DeFrank shares what inspired her to create the Digital Detox: The Two-Week Tech Reset for Kids. She shares the benefits of the digital detox and the scary consequences of not monitoring screen time. As a technology lover herself she shares realistic goals to ensure that technology is not the center of your family's life. We end the interview with a fun game of "Would You Rather".
Find Molly DeFrank & "Digital Detox: The Two-Week Tech Reset for Kids here":
Mama of the Digital Detox | Writer, Wife & Mom | Molly DeFrank
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On this weeks episode of Monday Motivation we cover a good news story about reunited siblings. We also cover 10 secrets to never getting sick. I share my confession with you this week, hint it involves my therapist. We end the episode to discuss what we are grateful for this week and I would love to hear about what you're reflecting on with gratitude!
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Sources:
https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/long-lost-brothers-to-be-reunited-after-77-years-apart-and-10000-miles/
https://www.healthline.com/health/cold-flu/cold-flu-secrets#9.-Get-a-flu-vaccine-
Today we have the pleasure of speaking with Theresa Nast. Theresa Nast is the founder and designer of West Rock Apparel Co., a children's wear brand, a mom to 5 wild ones, and someone with a great deal of experience with postpartum mental health struggles. She hopes by sharing her story she is able to help someone else feel a little less alone in their journey. We cover how her children's wear brand helped her get through a tough time. She opens up about her experience with postpartum and what continues to help her today. Theresa takes us through the thoughtfulness of West Rock Apparel Co. from ethical manufacturing, sustainability, gender neutral clothing and how her own children inspired her while designing her collection. We end the episode with a fun game of "Would You Rather".
Find West Rock Apparel Co. here:
https://westrockapparel.com/
https://www.instagram.com/westrockapparelco/
On this weeks episode of Monday Motivation we cover a good news story about your favorite bbq foods. We also cover 50 strange things you never knew existed. I share my confession with you this week. We end the episode to discuss what we are grateful for this week and we would love to hear about what you're reflecting on with gratitude!
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Sources:
50 Incredible Things You Never Knew Existed — Best Life (bestlifeonline.com)
These Barbecue Foods Have Officially Gained 'God Tier' Status, Says New Poll (goodnewsnetwork.org)
Inbal Claudio is a candle maker, turned tech founder, her passion for networking with women entrepreneurs has led her to create Like Minded Collective, a social media platform for dreamers, creators and female founders. Her mission is to make sure every single female founder, no matter what stage of business they’re in, know how incredible they are! Inbal Claudio shares what inspired her to start her social media platform Like Minded Collective. She shares the ups and down of launching a new business while pregnant. Inbal also shares why it is important to surround yourself with like-minded women. We end the episode with a round of rapid fire questions.
Connect with Inbal Claudio from Like Minded Collective here:
https://www.instagram.com/like.minded.collective/
https://likemindedcollective.com/
https://www.facebook.com/groups/like.minded.collective
On this weeks episode of Monday Motivation we cover some good news about growing old. We share how to pull more happiness out of what you already have. We cover whether or not more money truly makes you happier. I share my embarrassing high school confession with you this week. We end the episode to discuss what we are grateful for this week and we would love to hear about what you're reflecting on with gratitude!
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Sources:
https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/seniors-have-higher-emotional-well-being-interview/
https://www.chicagobooth.edu/review/how-be-happy-without-earning-more
Today we have the pleasure of speaking with Heather Pettey. Heather Pettey is the host of the podcast “Life Coach BFF Show”. “Life Coach BFF Show” is a podcast about giving all things to God, finding beauty in the brokenness, triumphing through the trials of parenting teens, all the while finding joy and establishing balance. We cover what "living in green" is and steps you can take to start today. Heather shares tips on parenting teens. We discuss the importance of friendships. Heather also sheds some light on why friendships vary from a small town to a city. We end the episode with a fun game of "rapid fire" questions.
Find Heather Pettey here:
https://instagram.com/lifecoachbff?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=
https://www.heatherpettey.com/
https://www.heatherpettey.com/lifecoachbffshow
On this weeks episode of Monday Motivation we cover some good news about a man and his cat. We share 11 ways food that will make you happier. I share my embarrassing confession with you this week. We end the episode to discuss what we are grateful for this week and we would love to hear about what you're reflecting on with gratitude!
Etsy Shop:
https://www.etsy.com/shop/joyfullyembroideryus/
Sources:
https://www.today.com/pets/pets/guard-cat-bandit-helped-prevent-armed-robbery-rcna41337
https://www.hy-vee.com/recipes-ideas/advice-how-tos/wellness/nutrition/foods-that-make-you-happy
Sharon Silver has 4 certifications in parent education. It’s her mission to shift the experience of parenting and childhood for every family from reactive to responsive, but since she's only one woman, she's developed programs to help those who want the real-time results they need now! Sharon’s work has been featured on national media outlets such as Oprah, CNN, Sacramento and Company, Am Northwest, Parenting and Parents Magazine, Yahoo Parenting, and other regional and national parenting magazines. She has also been a speaker for Microsoft, Intel, PayPal, and eBay’s parent communities. Her book, Stop Reacting and Start Responding: 108 Ways to Transform Behavior into learning Moments, and teachings have led to being a contributor to Parents ask, Experts Answer, PopSugar Parenting, and she’ll be appearing soon in the upcoming Momma’s Goals. On today's episode we cover what inspired Sharon Silver to help others on their parenting journey. She shares easy tips you can implement today to start mindful parenting. We get Sharon Silver's take on discipline and Sharon Silver shares how to stop the toxic cycle of reactive parenting. We also cover what an ideal parent-child relationship should look like and how that changes once they become adults. We end the interview with a fun game of "True or False?".
Find Sharon Silver here:
Proactive Parenting: transforms responding into learning moments.
On this weeks episode of Monday Motivation we cover some good news about a women and an owl. We share 10 ways to live a happier life. I share my pricey confession with you this week. We end the episode to discuss what we are grateful for this week and we would love to hear about what you're reflecting on with gratitude!
Etsy Shop:
https://www.etsy.com/shop/joyfullyembroideryus/
Source:
https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/owl-visits-98-yo-grandma-weekly-a-sign-from-her-late-husband/
https://www.inc.com/jeff-haden/10-scientifically-proven-ways-to-be-incredibly-happy-wed.html
Today we have the pleasure of speaking with TK, she is the host and creator of "For the Love of History" podcast! She loves all things history and is on a mission to undo all the history hate created by boring history lessons around the world. On todays episode we cover her episode- “Beauty to Die For: weird and dangerous beauty standards through history”. She shares so many shocking and dangerous and gross things that women felt pressures into doing to meet the current beauty standards. We end the episode with getting TK's take on our current beauty standards, will we be looking back in horror?
Find TK here:
Offbeat history, you'll laugh and learn something! (captivate.fm)
For The Love of History (@fortheloveof_historypodcast) • Instagram photos and videos
On this weeks episode of Monday Motivation we cover some good news about a mother daughter duo making history. We share 10 ways you can make your Monday mornings more exciting . I share my ridiculous confession with you. We end the episode to discuss what we are grateful for this week and we would love to hear about what you're reflecting on with gratitude!
Etsy Shop:
https://www.etsy.com/shop/joyfullyembroideryus/
Sources:
https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/first-mother-daughter-duo-in-southwest-air-history/
https://thefinancialdiet.com/7-effortless-ways-make-mondays-better/
Kendra is a mom of 2, photographer and educator. In 2012 she started her first business, Paisley Layne Photography, and everything changed. What started as a hobby alongside her teaching career quickly turned into a successful business. In 2017 she left her teaching career behind to run her photography business and start the Girl Means Business brand + podcast. Now she helps women, like you, take their business from survival-mode to success-mode using the same relationship marketing strategies that have been the foundations for her business success. On today's episode we discuss Kendra's journey to start Girl Mean Business. Kendra gives us great advice about balancing mom life and Entrepeneur life. We dive into how you can use Instagram to make your business grow. Kendra breaks down stories, posts and reels for us. She shares the purpose of each one and how to use them. We discuss everything from hashtags, to how often you should post. We end the interview with some rapid-fire questions.
Find Kendra here:
Kendra | Mompreneur Business Coach (@girlmeansbusiness) • Instagram photos and videos
Home (girlmeansbusiness.com)
(15) Girl Means Business | Facebook
On this weeks episode of Monday Motivation we cover some good news about simple things you can do daily for a healthier future. We cover the powerful impact of hobbies and self-care. I share my confession with you, that just kind of took over my weekend. We end the episode to discuss what we are grateful for this week and we would love to hear about what you're reflecting on with gratitude!
Etsy Shop:
https://www.etsy.com/shop/joyfullyembroideryus/
Sources:
https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/doing-chores-may-be-linked-to-21pt-reduced-risk-for-alzheimers/
Judith Marin Costa is an Unconditional Love Coach, Seminar Leader, Writer, and Speaker, with a Master’s Degree in Analytical Psychology and Psychotherapy and an MBA. She is a certified consultant and teacher of the Akashic Records, a Reiki Master, and a certified Happiness Trainer. On this episode we cover the journey to self love and how to get there. Judith Marin Costa shares her journey with us. We discuss the everyday messages we receive. Judith shares her process on manifestation and shares why it is more than just desire and believing you can do it. She also shares her advice on how to better strained family relationships. We end the episode with a fun game of "Would You Rather".
Find Judith Marin Costa here:
https://www.judithmcosta.com/index.html
On this weeks episode of Monday Motivation we cover some good news about some roommate situations. We cover some everyday items you didn't know had a purpose. I give a couple of recipes for money saving items you can make yourself. I share my horrible confession with you. We end the episode to discuss what we are grateful for this week and we would love to hear about what you're reflecting on with gratitude!
Etsy Shop:
https://www.etsy.com/shop/joyfullyembroideryus/
Sources:
https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/more-and-more-young-adults-are-renting-alongside-retirement-age-with-intergenerational-benefits/
https://homehacks.co/35-everyday-items-didnt-know-purpose/
This week we had the pleasure of speaking with Maya Acosta she is a podcast host/producer of Healthy Lifestyle Solutions where she speaks with physicians, health coaches, registered dietitians, chefs, and other experts who speak on the benefits of plant-based nutrition, exercise as medicine, stress management, yoga, and meditation. Maya Acosta shares her incredible journey to helping others live a healthier life. We cover how you can improve your stress management. How to get a better night's sleep. What diet has the most benefits. Getting moving and living a healthier life overall. We end the interview touching on some common health myths.
Find Maya Acosta from Healthy Lifestyle Solutions here:
https://instagram.com/maya_hls_podcast?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=
https://l.instagram.com/?u=https%3A%2F%2Flinktr.ee%2Fhealthylifestylesolutions&e=ATP89GrTUm1TTXFyOL6NE_IPTGYb-P8VDGlLXoBAokMvMkPb7cpkT7DgpqmgGUk8H0TuCfrl5fAeFTTYXYxBmpZDTg6AWkbb32ELWmM&s=1
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/healthy-lifestyle-solutions-with-maya-acosta/id1479362562
https://www.healthylifestylesolutions.org/
Organic foods & pesticides in produce:
https://www.ewg.org/foodnews/dirty-dozen.php
Personal products:
https://www.ewg.org/skindeep/
On this weeks episode of Monday Motivation we cover some good news about a firefighter and a kitten. We dissect some of the most common dreams. We discuss safe haven baby boxes. We end the episode to discuss what we are grateful for this week and we would love to hear about what you're reflecting on with gratitude!
Etsy Shop:
https://www.etsy.com/shop/joyfullyembroideryus/
Sources:
https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/firefighters-save-kitten-stuck-in-an-atm-and-his-new-name-is-cash/
https://www.wthr.com/article/news/local/safe-haven-baby-box-paoli-indiana-family-made-complete-thanks-mom/531-550d73ed-389f-419a-8816-7c553f00d2af
http://www.dreammoods.com/dreamdictionary/
Allison Lieberman is a licensed marriage and family therapist, postpartum anxiety expert, mom of 2, and 2x postpartum survivor. She is the co-founder of Rooted in Harmony Counseling, a California-based group therapy practice dedicated to helping moms with anxiety, relationships, and parenting. She is the host of The New Mama Mentor Podcast and creator of The New Mama Mentor Signature Program. She is passionate about helping new moms overcome anxiety by developing confidence, shedding the mom guilt, and building a community. On todays episode we cover postpartum anxiety and depression and Allison shares so much valuable advice about common new mom stressors. We discuss misconceptions about motherhood and how the phrase "super mom" should be changed. She shares helpful advice about managing "The Terrible Twos" and reminds us to make time for ourselves. We end the game with a fun game of "Would you Rather?".
Find Allison Lieberman here:
The New Mama Mentor® — Bio Site
Allison Lieberman, LMFT, PMH-C (@thenewmamamentor) • Instagram photos and videos
Therapy for Moms (@rootedinharmonycounseling) • Instagram photos and videos
On this weeks episode of Monday Motivation we cover some good news about brave paramedics. We discuss some wtf moments. We talk about slow living and how you can reuse your candle jars to live more sustainably. We end the episode to discuss what we are grateful for this week and we would love to hear about what your reflecting on with gratitude!
Etsy Shop:
https://www.etsy.com/shop/joyfullyembroideryus/
Sources:
Two Paramedics Can't Stop Laughing During Videotaping for Paramedics Day That Went Viral – WATCH (goodnewsnetwork.org)
https://amp.theguardian.com/environment/2014/jun/08/the-dolphin-who-loved-me
https://www.natureworldnews.com/amp/articles/45427/20210312/10-dark-secrets-about-dolphins-youll-wish-you-didnt-get-to-know.htm
This episode we are covering everything you need to know about selling on Etsy. If you've ever been interested in becoming an Etsy seller or are just interested in starting a side hustle this episode is for you! We cover digital downloads and physical products. Learn how to start your shop, list, price, photograph and advertise your items.
Etsy Shop:
https://www.etsy.com/shop/joyfullyembroideryus/
Todays episode is a special edition 4th of July Episode. We cover lots of fun facts about Independence Day. Also, if you don't have plans yet don't worry, we got you! We cover lots of fun ways to celebrate with your family, friends or even by yourself. We end the episode with a poem written about America. Have a great and safe 4th of July!
Sources:
https://www.thepioneerwoman.com/news-entertainment/a39946406/july-4th-trivia-facts/
https://www.womansday.com/life/g3009/4th-of-july-activities/?slide=1
https://www.poetryfoundation.org/poems/46551/learning-to-love-america
This week we had the pleasure of speaking with with Ashley Zazzarino, she is the host of Babes off the Bench podcast. Babes Off the Bench is a female-forward sports blog that celebrates all types of athletes with equality, fairness, and a little bit of sass. She spends her days working in the television industry, and is doing her best to elevate women in sports every other minute of the day. She has a degree in Radio/TV/Film and Journalism from Rowan University in New Jersey. We cover the reason she's decided to spend her time bringing awareness to the inequality in women's sports. Ashley Zazzarino shares with us why there is less media coverage for women's sports leading to less engagement. We get an insiders perspective on the best things to do in New York and her funny run in with Adam Sandler. We end with a fun game of "This or That?".
Babes off the Bench:
babes off the bench – elevating women in sports
Babes Off The Bench (@babesoffthebench) • Instagram photos and videos
Babes Off the Bench (@babesoffthebnch) / Twitter
On this weeks episode of Monday Motivation we cover some good news about housing 25,000 unhoused. We discuss the benefits of gardening. We cover another pesty confession and we make our act of kindness goal for the week and we'd love to hear about yours!
Etsy Shop:
https://www.etsy.com/shop/joyfullyembroideryus/
Good News:
Instagram post by @goodnews_movement
April Davis is the CEO & President of LUMA (Luxury Matchmaking) a high-end matchmaking firm that provides luxury matchmaking services to millionaires, celebrities, executives and professionals who are looking for long-lasting love. She is also a Celebrity Matchmaker on BRAVO’s Hit TV show, The Real Housewives of Orange County. With an 83% success rate. LUMA has become one of the leading Matchmaking Services and has grown to a nationwide firm matching clients in 40+ states across the U.S. In this episode we discuss what sparked April Davis' passion for matchmaking. She shares what characteristics are important to match and we also get her take on common relationship issues. April Davis gives us some insight on the popular dating show "The Bachelor" from a matchmaker's perspective.
LUMA (Luxury Matchmaking):
High-End, Professional Matchmakers | Luma Luxury Matchmaking (lumasearch.com)
https://www.instagram.com/aprildavismatchmaker/
On this weeks episode of Monday Motivation we cover some good news about bargain hunting. We discuss the hottest tv shows and how they are a game changer for your life. We cover my horrifying act of kindness last week and we'd love to hear about yours!
Etsy Shop:
https://www.etsy.com/shop/joyfullyembroideryus/
Good News:
https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/most-americans-are-proud-to-be-labeled-a-bargain-hunter-saying-finding-great-deals-is-a-true-mood-booster/
Julie Hall is a Marriage and Family Therapist. She is an expert on relational connection and healing. Before entering private practice, Julie worked for the Greenwich Center for Hope & the Seattle Pacific University Counseling Center working with students, parents, couples, and families around many issues including anxiety, depression, disordered eating, and trauma. We dive into what inspired Julie Hall to become a therapist and the benefits of therapy. We discuss different types of therapy and what healing looks like. We get Julie Halls take on what makes a good therapist. We end this episode with a rapid fire of some fun yes or no questions.
Find Julie Hall here:
https://www.juliehalltherapy.com/
Instagram- @julievhall01
On this weeks episode of Monday Motivation we start off with some good news about that morning cup of Joe. I also have a little confession from last week. We recap last weeks act of kindness and share an unexpected motivator. We end the episode with this week's act of kindness goal and we would love to hear about yours!
Etsy Shop:
https://www.etsy.com/shop/joyfullyembroideryus/
Good News:
https://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/coffee-may-cut-risk-of-acute-kidney-injury-hopkins/
Today we have the pleasure of speaking with the incredible author of the incredible book "No Way, They Were Gay? Hidden Lives and Secret Loves" Lee Wind. Lee Wind’s superpower is stories that center marginalized kids and teens and celebrate their power to change the world. He is an Award-winning blogger and Lee’s middle grade nonfiction “No Way, They Were Gay? Hidden Lives and Secret Loves” was honored as a Junior Library Guild Gold Standard selection and was selected for the Chicago Public Library’s 2021 Best of the Best Books list. We discuss the noble reason he wrote "No Way They Were Gay? Hidden Lives and Secret Loves" along with "Red and Green and Blue and White". Lee Wind shares incredible stories about the hidden queer lives and loves of historical figures. He gives us some insight into why people have attempted to erase their stories. He also shares what historical figure speaks to the core of his inspiration. We end our interview with a fun game of "Would You Rather". Keep a look out for more to come from Lee Wind!
Find Lee Wind here-
Website: www.leewind.org- https://www.leewind.org/
Twitter: @leewind- https://twitter.com/leewind
Instagram: @iamleewind- https://www.instagram.com/iamleewind/
Facebook: @leewind- https://www.facebook.com/leewind
Find Books Here-
https://www.leewind.org/my-books/#NoWayTheyWereGay
It's time for your Monday dose of Motivation. On this week's episode we start off with some good news about some nearby goats and firemen working together. I also share about my awkward experience with a medium last week. I have a few confessions to make from my birthday shenanigans. I share about the power of time blocking and as always, the episode ends with my act of kindness I will be doing this week.
Etsy Shop:
JoyfullyEmbroideryUS | Etsy
Good News:
https://theweek.com/california/1014066/goats-are-giving-firefighters-in-northern-california-an-assist
On this weeks episode we have the pleasure of speaking with Lindsay Lees who earned a B.A at Manchester Metropolitan University and an MFA in creative writing from California College of the Arts. She is the author of “The Willing” A dystopian novel that focuses on the atrocities of sexual slavery. In her book "The Willing" Ovoidia is a “utopian” city-state where every woman can be approached for immediate sex by any man and true intimacy between the genders is a sign of suspect subversion. Lindsay Lees gives us some insight into her creative process.
Find Linday Lees "The Willing" here:
https://thewillingnovel.com/
https://www.instagram.com/lindslees42/
Help at:
https://www.endofslaverytour.com/
https://thenazarenefund.org/
https://ourrescue.org/
Today we are joined by Millennial Housewife husband Ethan Reed. In honor of Veteran's Day our good news story today features veteran Juan Dominguez who made a heroic sacrifice while protecting our country. We also discuss classical music and Ethan teaches us some interesting facts about composers. We talk about passion and how success is made up of tons of failure. We end this episode with making our act of kindness goals for this week.
Etsy Shop:
https://etsy.me/3MdPOQQ
Donate here: Home | Everytown | Everytown
Call here: U.S. Capital Switchboard 202-224-3121 Join a violence prevention organization here: States United to Prevent Gun Violence (supgv.org)
Mental health support here: Home | NAMI: National Alliance on Mental Illness
Sources:
-“5 Things You Can Do Now to Stop Gun Violence.” Violence Policy Center, 25 May 2022, https://vpc.org/5-things-you-can-do-now-to-help-stop-gun-violence/.
-Meyers, David, et al. “Americans Want Action on Gun Control, but the Senate Can't Move Forward.” The Fulcrum, 25 May 2022, https://thefulcrum.us/Government/Congress/house-gun-control-bills.
-Staff, Chalkbeat. “Reflections from America's Litany of School Shootings: What to Say, What to Do.” Chalkbeat, Chalkbeat, 25 May 2022, https://www.chalkbeat.org/2022/5/24/23140507/uvalde-texas-school-shooting-what-to-do-what-to-say.
-Meindl, James N, and Jonathan W Ivy. “Mass Shootings: The Role of the Media in Promoting Generalized Imitation.” American Journal of Public Health, American Public Health Association, Mar. 2017, https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5296697/.
-“America's Gun Culture - in Seven Charts.” BBC News, BBC, 25 May 2022, https://www.bbc.com/news/world-us-canada-41488081.
-LeBlanc, Paul. “Gun Legislation Is Stalled in Congress. Here's Why That Won't Change Anytime Soon.” CNN, Cable News Network, 25 May 2022, https://www.cnn.com/2022/05/25/politics/gun-laws-us-congress/index.html.
-Oriana Gonzalez, Will Chase. “The GOP Lawmakers Who Get the Most Cash from Gun Rights Groups.” Axios, 25 May 2022, https://www.axios.com/2022/05/25/ted-cruz-lawmakers-money-gun-rights-groups.
-“Gun Rights vs Gun Control.” OpenSecrets, https://www.opensecrets.org/news/issues/guns/.
-2022 Primary Elections by State and Territory - Fvap.gov. https://www.fvap.gov/uploads/FVAP/VAO/PrimaryElectionsCalendar.pdf.
-“The Legislative Branch.” The White House, The United States Government, 15 Jan. 2021, https://www.whitehouse.gov/about-the-white-house/our-government/the-legislative-branch/.
If Monday mornings are usually rough for you I am making it my problem. I have dedicated my Monday mornings to raising those endorphins. Lets start your Monday and week off right. First with some good news about cleaning up mother earth. Which leads into a tangent about some pretty funny, but scary experiences I've had with bodies of water. Let's just say we have a love hate relationship. I also share my sustainable act of kindness I am doing for mother earth this week and I would love to hear about yours!
Etsy Shop:
https://www.etsy.com/shop/joyfullyembroideryus/
This week we have the pleasure of speaking with Jean Peelen. At age 30, and a wife and mother, Jean Peelen decided she would set and fulfill huge dreams. She went to law school at 35, enforced civil rights laws for years, became the Chief of Staff at a large government broadcasting agency. Retired and became a print model and commercial actress, hair model on QVC, finalist to be on “Survivor,” created a “Women of a Certain Age” radio show. Retired again. Successfully ran for office for three terms. Retired again. Created website www.oldwomenwhowrite.com , and is completing a memoir. I have the honor of hearing her impactful story on why she decided to become a civil rights attorney. I get her perspective on our current economy and Roe V. Wade. She also gives amazing advice about having a meaningful, impactful career and leadership. Jean Peleen's journey is so inspiring and is a conversation I will never forget.
Find Jean Peelen here:
https://www.oldwomenwhowrite.com/copy-of-about-1
https://www.instagram.com/jeanpeelen/?hl=en
Jasmin is on a mission to raise endorphins this Monday morning even if it's at her expense. She tells us about one of her "shitty" Mondays that had her coming up with any excuse to stop home within 30 min of her shift. Whether your laughing with us or at us we're just happy you got a laugh in. We hear some good news about a very simple yet impactful act of kindness. Jasmin set her act of kindness goal this week and would love to hear about yours! She gives some very easy tips on how to start your Monday off right and make the most of it!
Etsy shop: https://etsy.me/3MdPOQQ
This week we are joined by Blayne Beacham Macauley. Blayne is a podcast host, artist & day trader. Her artwork has been featured in Domino, HGTV, House Beautiful, Magnolia Network, Traditional Home, Atlanta Home & Lifestyles and Southern Living. Her podcast "Penny Lane Podcast" has been in the top 200 in Business Podcast in the U.S & featured in NY Times. We discuss what day trading is and how consistency and discipline is key. Trusting your intuition vs. impulsiveness. Her artwork and how it relates to the human soul and captures an emotional memory. The benefits of college for artists and how it develops resilience. Blayne gives advice on finding your voice and how being your most raw, authentic self builds connection.
Find Blayne Beacham Macauley here:
Blayne Art
@blayne_art
@pennylanepod
Penny Lane Podcast on Apple Podcasts
It's a fresh start to a new week and Jasmin Reed is sending good energy your way. Jasmin explains why this has been her favorite Mother's Day yet. She also dives into a story she came across that gave her a much needed reality check. Jasmin sets a new goal this week to do one act of kindness each day. We cover her recent experience getting her birth chart reading and spoiler alert, Andrada who read her chart will be joining us on this podcast very soon. We discuss why this year is going to be filled with strong feminine energy. Also we drop a very useful and easy stress relieving tip.
Etsy shop:
https://etsy.me/3MdPOQQ
This week we have the pleasure of speaking with Jessica Montero, the VP of HR Operations at Lynn HR Consulting. A female owned-and-operated business. She is a wealth of knowledge. We talk about setting boundaries with your employer. Loving your work, but not your job. Managing stress. Red flags for employees and employers to look for. We also play a game of "Is this a Violation of Employee's Rights?" and learn that not so many are black and white. Listen for a couple of shocking workplace experiences and maybe one that will make you lol. Jessica also shares some great advice for new small businesses.
Contact Jessica Montero for a free 2hr consultation:
https://www.instagram.com/lynnhrconsulting/
https://www.lynnhrconsulting.com/
Etsy shop:
https://www.etsy.com/shop/joyfullyembroideryus/?load_webview=1&bid=hDIWbjAxhsansTUtlKzGt15xYM35
Join Millennial Housewife Jasmin Reed on her new segment Monday Motivation! Jasmin is on a mission to raise those endorphins and send some good energy your way. Listen to hear about the sweet story that helped find homes for abandoned dogs. Also get the tip on why you can start skipping that 2nd cup of coffee. Make an attainable goal for yourself this week to start your week off on the right note. Also if your not feeling 100, that's okay! Most importantly let all those feeling flow on by like the @sahdsimone said on his viral TikTok! Also, find out how to enter our giveaway! Enter for a very good chance of winning a Starbucks gift card or any cute sweatshirt from Jasmin's Etsy Shop https://www.etsy.com/shop/joyfullyembroideryus/
This week I have the honor of speaking with Samantha Medina. She works with Kingdom Causes where their mission is to mobilize the community and provide transformative services so that all neighbors have a place to live, work and belong. We discuss how imperative it is to step in before it is too late. I've had the privilege of knowing Samantha for 23 years, we reminisce about our shenanigans growing up. We also discuss in great detail where you can get the best chicken. You literally would never guess.
Give — Kingdom Causes Bellflower (kcbellflower.org)
https://www.instagram.com/sammmla/?hl=en
In this week's episode we have the pleasure of speaking with plant expert Brittany- Lee Knaus owner of Brilee Succulent Studios. She shares her tips on succulent care and revival. Get ready to be inspired to show your plants some extra love this week. Running an environmentally friendly business is important to Brittany- Lee Knaus, she uses up-cycled pots for her arrangements. From thrift store finds to reusing donated pumpkins from fellow local shop owners. This is an episode you don't want to miss, get motivated do what you love, live sustainably and meet the people around you with similar interests to help lift each other up.
https://www.instagram.com/brileesucculentstudios/
https://l.instagram.com/?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fbrileesucculentstudios&e=ATMExRFwcAW1rN04Xk6bbOl-cPextrhDmKZKwkd4KMy-HLYOz95JS7L7EgI0VniJ5FpkISkzaPAueUmtsNCIMrAdUEPpZNf1QAj05Q&s=1
This weeks episode is a vulnerable one for Millennial Housewife Jasmin Reed. She gets candid about her scary experience with her rescue dog Sunny that landed her in urgent care. She shares how her fur buddy and her overcame this experience and came out stronger because of it. From what felt like a nightmare to a bright new beginning. She shares the tools they used to turn this scary situation into a learning experience.
On this solo episode I discuss the highlight of my life thus far. Kaitlyn Bristowe and Jason Tartick prank call my husband on "Off the Vine" podcast. I also discuss the importance of asking for help, you will be surprised with the amount of support you receive. I discuss how this podcast has been a great avenue to have great conversations with amazing people that probably would not have happened otherwise.
We have the pleasure of speaking with Katie Jakemer "This Balanced Mama" on this week's episode. We talk intuitive eating and how Katie lost an impressive 60lbs without depriving herself. She now works as an accountability coach as she inspires others to maintain a healthy lifestyle which still includes girls' night out! Katie Jakemer is a wife, mom, accountability coach and dog mom to her buddy Kona who she rescued from Bunnies Buddies an organization that rescues dogs from slaughterhouses, kill shelters and the streets of China & South Korea.
On this weeks episode Millennnial Houswife Jasmin Reed's mom joins us. We talk everything from how to keep your house spotless to our favorite holiday. Jasmin's mom shares her molotov cocktails she uses to fight off dirt & grime. She also shares tips and tricks to deal with angry customers. Did I also mention that she went to school with Cameron Diaz and Snoop Dogg!
Welcome back Millennial Housewife's husband Ethan Reed. Ethan begrudgingly joins Jasmin on this week's solo episode. We think he warmed up quickly though. They talk everything from scary Racoon encounters to mowing lawns with paintball masks on. Listen to find out why! Laugh along with us as we discuss the dangers of yardwork.
Welcome Etsy shop Magonila Bean Stitch to the podcast. Shop owner Sheila Thompson discusses how she came up with the idea for her unique, nontoxic personalized keychains. Sheila Thomspon is a 7th grade math teacher. She hopes to one day be a full time shop owner, but for now she has a healthy balance between work and her Etsy shop. She grew up watching her grandmother handmake quilts, her sewing inspired her to follow her passion for embroidery.
On this week's solo episode Millennial Housewife Jasmin Reed goes over some funny news stories she encountered. Some of these odd news stories manage to tug on your heart strings while remaining quite strange. One in particular is visually hard to stomach. This segment was designed for laughs, but left us feeling a little empathetic.
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In part 2 of my discussion with Bea Creations. We discuss shipping rates and materials. We also dive into deeper conversations, from harassment in the workplace, to being stalked. We discuss why it is important to speak up for yourself and why you should always keep self-defense tools on you. Breanna also discusses the valiant reason why she initially started studying law.
Welcome Breanna from Bea Creations to the podcast. We discuss everything machine embroidery. We trade tips and tricks and discuss how making affordable clothing is so important. Bea Creations offers intricate beautiful designs. Breanna was inspired to start embroidering to provide her brother with affordable, stylish clothing.
Etsy shop owner, STEM student, mom, millennial housewife Jasmin Reed discusses 3 questions to ask yourself before taking that leap of faith. These simple questions speak to your soul while evaluating your reason behind your new endeavor.
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Welcome millennial housewife Jasmin Reed's husband on as they discuss her transition from a 9-5 employee to full time student & Etsy seller. They dive into some fun rapid fire questions for couples and then get down to some raw conversations.