Gray Matters

What if I told you that you have more influence on culture than you might realize? Regardless of your title, age, or stage, you can influence your own actions. That means, you can influence how you experience this world and who you experience life with. What if you started to truly live in community with others? What might your home and workplace look like? Listen to this interview episode with ca...

Do you feel exhausted by the end of your work day? Are you losing steam? How are you navigating the ups and downs of your work and family life? Have you considered that you might need to borrow energy from someone outside yourself at times? Find your inspiration here. Listen to this interview episode with Dr. Julia Miller, chiropractor and owner of Affinity Chiropractic in Sparks, NV. She is a lov...

You want to thrive, not just survive, right? Did you know that there are 6 basic human needs required for you to thrive? These needs are more than just hopes, dreams, or wants, they are essential primary driving forces required for every human being to live optimally. This episode is packed with a ton of need-to-know info for you to flourish as the amazing human that you were designed to be. Don't...

What comes to mind when you think of a powerful leader? Is it positive or negative? Intimidating or inspiring? This interview episode with Dr. Cecile Thackeray, chiropractor, business owner, and business coach with Sidecar Chiropractic Business Solutions, will empower you to lead from the heart. She shares her wealth of knowledge and experiences to help you grow as a leader. Listen, and learn to i...

What's your relationship with running? "I am a runner." "I'm in love/pretty much obsessed." Or the total opposite? "I hate running." "I avoid it at all costs." Maybe somewhere in the middle? "I run sometimes for exercise." "Running is part of another sport that I play." "I would like to challenge myself to run a 5k." Check out this interview episode with Dr. Brittany Moran, chiropractor (@therunne...

When was the last time you had some good old fashioned fun? If you can't remember, then it's probably overdue. Join me and my special guests as we discuss the 5 archetypes of play and their amazing benefits to your physical, mental, and emotional health. Just beware of the side effects of implementing our advice, they may include, but are not limited to: bursts of creativity, spontaneous laughter,...

Do you ever feel alone in the challenges you face in your life, career, or business? You don't have to do it all on your own. This interview with Sherry Crawford, Business Analyst & Project Lead from Community Futures Peace Country, offers inspiring ways to get connected with your community. Experience the heart behind Women In The North (WIN) ~ A Series of Canadian Women's Conferences that he...

Could your excuses be holding you back from living out your full God-given potential? Can you picture a day when you stop making excuses and start taking action? It's time for you to choose to challenge yourself to grow, be more disciplined, have more confidence, and become stronger than you ever thought was possible. Start by listening to this inspiring interview with Kim Christianson and Lisa Ba...

Do you believe you have what it takes to achieve your goals? Or have you felt like your own fears, self-doubts, or insecurities are blocking your pathway to success? Could it be limitations you have imposed on your own potential? You don't want to miss this powerful interview with Crystal Holmes, Social Growth & Sales Coach, Founder of Crystal Clear Socials, Brand & Marketing Coaching &amp...

Does our modern society unjustly give good men a bad rep sometimes? Do all men, good or bad, get painted with the same cynical brush stroke? Are women just better than men? Or better off without them? I'll give you my unfiltered thoughts, some info from a study I read on men and women working together, and my view on how true love conquers all.   

Connection is critical for every human to thrive. Although, many people struggle to make meaningful connections with other people for a whole host of reasons. Maybe that's you? The reality is, you're not alone, it can be challenging for every human at some point in their life depending on the day and their mood. This interview episode with Kristina Peters, founder of Thyme Wellness Consulting (@th...

Before you can lead others to live better, you have to first show them how much you love them. This episode will give you tangible ways that you can lead with compassion and confidence in any organization. It's time for you to lead by example in your work by the way you treat people!  

Are you dragging your butt? Moping around? Or doing the mental beat up? This episode is for you. We all need a pump up sometimes. It's just part of being human. Have a listen to some of my simple, yet effective, tips to change your attitude, boost your mood, and totally turn your day around. It's time to get fired up!

How do you dig deep and get the work done even when you don't "feel" like it? Where there is a will, or a big enough why, there is a way! This episode is an interview with Amy Lewis, co-owner and farmer of Northern Roots Family Farm, in Peace River, AB. Amy shares some of her secrets behind cultivating lasting work ethic and pushing yourself beyond what you thought you were capable of doing. She i...

Superwoman is a fictional character not a role model. Trying to be her is not sustainable or healthy. Listen, I have been there, done that, bought the T-shirt. That's why in this episode I share some helpful tips for bringing your best effort everyday without going down the road that leads to burn out. I truly hope this episode encourages you to get clear about the life you want and are meant to l...

Do you ever feel like business and life can get so overcomplicated? Your tendency might be to add more and more, but the reality is, you only have so much bandwidth. Sometimes you simply need to simplify. In this episode, Heidi Dube, Lift Fitness business owner, trainer, bikini athlete, and physique coach, shares some extremely valuable lessons that will fill your cup rather than leave you running...

Are you guilty of only sticking to the things you know you can succeed at? Why do you think that is? It could be the cozy security of your comfort zone or maybe it's a mask for the fear of failure? Especially if you love winning! As crazy as it sounds, the pathway to your greatest level of success is through giving yourself more opportunities to learn through failure. This episode is your stepping...

Is it time to refocus and reconnect with your valentine? This Valentine's Day episode will give you some inspiration to set aside intentional time to dream, set goals, and have some fun together! Steal our secrets that have helped us navigate  the ups and downs of marriage and business to stay on the same team. Happy Valentine's Day!  

Bad days suck, but they are part of life. You either let them drag you down or you do your best to navigate them. In this episode, I share 3 simple, real life things I do to make a bad day better and keep moving forward. Be encouraged to learn from the bad days, reassess, and come out stronger on the other side!

Being consistent is easier said than done. If there is anyone I know who consistently leads by example, it's Shawna Jacobs. Listen to her inspiring story of moving to another country at age 17 to pursue her dreams as a life-long learner and leader in ministry, motherhood, & career. She shares some golden nuggets of wisdom and practical strategies for staying on track with your consistency.

Average effort equals average results. Is that what you want? I doubt it. What did I always want? More than average, I wanted to be an Olympian. I had to give it my all. Did I get there? Listen and find out! You will leave wanting to give it your all too. 

There are a ton of demands on your energy! How you fuel your body matters! In this episode, Robin Berreth, a genuine cowgirl, shares her experiences from a lifetime of cattle ranching and her recent transition to online beef sales. We discuss the health benefits of eating clean grass-finished beef to boost your energy, productivity, and curiosity. Her ranch, Be Well Beef, ships anywhere in Alberta...

You are not just able to withstand adversity, but you actually get stronger because of it. Your business can get stronger because of it too. You were created, not only to be able to endure stressors, but to increase in your capability to thrive in the face of mistakes, attacks, and failures. You don't want to miss listening to this episode and you will want to share it with a friend. Enjoy!

What's your focus for 2023? Are you expecting to fail or succeed? It's not about focusing on what you hope to do, but rather what you will do this year. Every new year brings new opportunities and new challenges, but I know you are up for the challenge. This episode will help you set specific goals and focus on the action steps that will turn the dial forward.

When it comes to being disciplined, it's tough to be consistent. I totally get it and agree that things come up and you can't stick to pursuing your goals every single day of the year. But what about the day after? Could you stick to that? Have a listen to this episode and see what you think. Here's to pursuing your goals and dreams in 2023. Happy New Year!