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Gina Perin, Certifed Positive Psychology based- Well-being Coach, shares her personal story of healing after a traumatic loss. She struggled to manage he own grief amidst picking up the pieces for her loved ones, continuing to be a top producer in her career, and being a single mom.  Her inspirational journey toward health and wellness and rebuilding community. This shift inspired her to help...

We are celebrating Women’s History Month with Special Guest:  Kay Bahia MBA Kay Bahia MBA, a U.K-based mentor coach, is the creator of The True-Strengths Model, a unique combination of Strengths Psychology and a business mindset.  Kay shares her empowering story of “two worlds colliding” and how using her strengths was pivotal in helping her overcome this significant life event. She has...

“The art of recognizing you are enough” Dr. Melissa Sussman, US Navy Veteran, author, professor at Gonzaga University, School of Leadership, certified executive, and personal coach, shares her discoveries about getting past being defined by labels or titles. She explores how vulnerability is what ultimately connects us as human beings.  Through her experience, she offers an action item to hel...

It is so easy for us as human beings to look at “what is next” rather than staying in the moment to celebrate wins, no matter how big or small.  In this episode, you will learn the science behind the importance of celebrating successes. Trudy Stevens, Anthony Roman, and Avissa Ilkhan share their experiences and shifts as they practice “the three good things” exercise. This feel-good episode w...

Eric Hodgdon is an author, speaker, and coach. His book, “A Sherpa named Zoe”, is a number 1 bestseller. He was also a speaker for TedX Youngstown. After Eric lost his 15-year-old daughter to suicide, he has dedicated his life’s work to helping others manage their grief and find life after loss.  Through his book, speaking events, and coaching, it has been Eric’s mission to help people to kno...

Rich Baker is a performer and teacher with The Second City. He has also toured with Comedy Sports Chicago, Mission Improvable, and Rollin’ in Riches. He is an author who has dedicated his career to teaching improv, stand up and sketch skills, and along the way, he has inspired his students to be courageous in their lives. With the pandemic hitting performers both emotionally and financially, he wa...

Avissa Ilkhan is an addiction counselor working with the homeless and those with HIV in the Los Angeles region. She shares her challenging stories of loss and of finding self-compassion in bleak times. In this episode you will learn these totally rad tips: • How practicing self-kindness and reaching out for help when needed can lead to personal growth • How leaning into your strengths can assist w...

Patricia Friberg MPS NBC-HWC, your host, shares her personal story of her struggles, successes and new challenges toward self-care. This episode features many surprises including a podcast reveal that you will not want to miss. In this episode, you will learn these “totally rad” tips • How self- discovery can support changes and new behaviors • How a growth mindset can help you through any obstacl...

Samantha Anderson NBC-HWC, has 30 years of experience in leadership through nonprofits, philanthropy and entrepreneurship. Her mission is to create a better future for women and the organizations they lead by facilitating their growth and power. She is a longtime advocate for women in the workplace, helping her clients understand their unique purpose and how to best express themselves in the world...

Shawna Oliver, owner of “Lean into Fear Coaching”, has been a registered nurse for over two decades and one of the first National Board Certified Health in Wellness Coaches. Exhausted from trying to do it all and do it perfectly, she shares her personal story about the moment she went from human doing to human being. Through studying the science of well-being and through her own personal experienc...

Jason Schneider, entrepreneur, shares the secret to living a purpose-driven life. From his adventure racing, coaching, educating, and managing, to building his M2O bakery business, his heart inspires and he leans into courage to achieve success. Through meditation, powerful reflection, and keeping a routine during the pandemic, Jason was able to dream, design, and implement his next adventure as a...

Brooke Spendlove NBC-HWC started her health coaching career in order to help her clients “fix themselves and hit their ideal weight or size goals.” One evening she received a message that would completely change her life, her coaching philosophy, and ultimately shift her career path. After fully immersing herself into the study of Intuitive eating, she learned that the best approach to better heal...

Your host, Patricia Friberg, shares her personal story “Where The Hustle Began” which illustrates the delicate balance of working to live and living to work. Significant life events forced her to pause and listen to her intuition, and to make difficult changes based on what she learned. In this episode you will learn these “totally rad” tips: • How practicing mindfulness can help with keeping the...

Dr. Gedney, author of the book “30 Years Behind Bars,” a former prison physician, and a longevity specialist shares her stories of major life transitions. These include career pivots and managing the tremendous loss of her soul mate & husband right before the pandemic. Through these life events, she has created a 3 step approach to managing transitions: curiosity, compassion, and collaboration...

Stacy Thomes has been a home organizer and stager for over a decade, and she has served in several board positions for NAPO (National Association of Productivity and Organization). Her mission is to help people clear away items that are emotionally weighing and to assist them in creating a simpler lifestyle. As a youngster, she was very independent and was challenged to find a community where she...

Joan Travers, is a wilderness guide and experiential educator. She takes people on remote wilderness experiences fostering connection to wild places. Her mission is to help facilitate leadership development and foster personal growth for her clients. Completely unplugged at sea. she shares her story of personal growth when she learned to sail on several 3-4 week expeditions along the rugged Baja p...

Dr. Gedney, author of the book “30 Years Behind Bars,” shares the incredible story of her experience as a prison doctor at a medium-security male correctional facility in Nevada. From being held hostage, to trying to understand & manage the first chapter of the AIDS epidemic, she compassionately persevered to help change inmate outcomes. Dr. Gedney uses her vast experience to advocate for pris...

Executive Coach, Aashi Arora, started college at 16 and quickly rose to the top of her career managing billion dollar budgets as Finance Officer and Chief Administrator for the University of California. While it appeared that this high level of management and performance came easily to her, the truth was that Aashi struggled with Imposter Syndrome, eventually causing her to resign. It was through...

Jaime Krupnick, one of the most sought-after event planners, was at the top of her game when the pandemic caused her business and all live events to come to a screeching halt. Living in Southern California, she planned huge events for the stars including American Idol events and other landmark events across the globe. Her mission was to create events that would create memories for a lifetime. Jaim...

Judge Gloria Coco (ret), was the 1st Italian American Female Judge in Cook County. With history in the making, she pioneered and paved the way for future women professionals throughout her robust career. Being a 1st generation immigrant, she embraced the strong work ethic of her Sicilian family and persevered toward the “pursuit of happiness”. Being of service to others has always driven Gloria. S...

This is a special episode series where 8 women share heartfelt and powerful letters of gratitude to women who have impacted their lives. These are letters written by women, for women, and they are a surprise for the recipients. The intention of this activity is to shift the perspectives of the authors and recipients and to create a ripple effect among our greater community in honor of Women’s Hist...

This is a special episode series where 8 women share heartfelt and powerful letters of gratitude to women who have impacted their lives. These are 8 letters written by women, for women, and they are a surprise for the recipients. The intention of this activity is to shift the perspectives of the authors and recipients and to create a ripple effect among our greater community in honor of Women’s Hi...

Podcast host, Patricia Friberg, shares her story of balancing motherhood and a career when she receives unexpected news during her last trimester. With life coming to a screeching halt, it forces her to take pause, evaluate, pray and make a big decision ultimately leading her to a place of hope. In this episode you will learn these “totally rad” tips: How leaning into your strengths during times o...

Julia Roman, Self- Love coach and educator, shares her triumphant story of determination, perseverance, and self-compassion. With the odds against her, she was able to lean into her strengths, trust her intuition, and find guidance to move her forward. This ultimately led to her discovering her real purpose in life. Through her Self-Love practices, Julia inspires women to feel more confident, wort...

Rosie Aiello is a podcaster, best-selling co-author, and an international awarding-winning entrepreneur. She shares her courageous story of escape from 25 years of domestic violence. She engineered and executed an international escape from the middle east to save both her daughter and herself from abuse. Upon arriving in the United States. she and her daughter were treated for PTSD. Rosie had the...