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“As an entrepreneur, you feel like you need to know the exact plan. And honestly, you have to be okay with the unknown.” —Heather Nelson To walk the path of entrepreneurship is to redefine success on your own terms, to carve out a legacy that is uniquely yours, and to inspire others with the power of your resilience. For Heather Nelson, this entrepreneurial spirit has been the driving force behind...

“We recognize that there's a problem. We are losing teachers every day, our funding, our budgets. We cannot rely solely on teachers to advocate for themselves. We need to be the community members who stand up and advocate for our teachers, advocate for our schools, and advocate for our kids. Our community relies on all of us to come together for the greater good.” —Larkin O’Leary Education ha...

“We're afraid of what we might uncover, which stops people from journaling. Strategic journaling is tough. It's a brave thing to go beneath the surface level.” —Samantha Hawley Is your mind a cluttered attic of unfinished thoughts and unexpressed emotions? What if you could transform that mental chaos into a wellspring of clarity and purpose? Imagine having a secret weapon that turns you...

“[Retreats] allowed me to have some self-discovery and the courage to face the fears and have those hard conversations. It is truly changing my life.” —Heather Nelson Are retreats a luxury for the elite or a necessity for the soul? Many dismiss them as "woo-woo" indulgences, but what if they're the key to unlocking our true potential? In a world that never stops, could stepping away...

“If you stop pouring into yourself, the transformation might taper off.” —Audrey Rose Self-love is not just a simple buzzword, it's a transformative practice that can change the course of our lives. When we learn to see ourselves with compassion and acceptance, we unlock the door to true happiness and fulfillment. It's a journey that requires courage, but the rewards are immeasurable. Au...

S3 Ep17 Episode Shownotes: “What is happening is happening to you, but it doesn't define who you are, it doesn't change who you are. It doesn't make you any less credible in your business because you want to talk about it. It doesn't make you lazy because you have to go down to the status quo in your business for a little while while you focus on helping yourself.” —Emily Seren...

S3 Ep16 Episode Shownotes: “Most people don't go to school thinking they will end up working in the nonprofit space. So there is really a talent pipeline for nonprofit professionals that can feed the talent needs of the nonprofit sector which is ever-growing and ever-expanding.” —Mariya Yurukova Nonprofits are the unsung heroes, quietly transforming communities and empowering those in need. Y...

S3 Ep15 Episode Shownotes:   New year, new possibilities! As the calendar flips, it's the perfect time to reflect on the past and set intentions for the future. What dreams are you ready to bring to life in 2025?  Heather seems to have it all figured out— a thriving business, a passion for empowering women, and the ability to juggle it all with grace. How does she do it? Tune in as Heather sh...

S3 Ep14 Episode Shownotes: “For someone in hospitality, the greatest gift is to serve others.” —Diane Mina Building a successful business is no easy feat. It takes a whole lot of passion, perseverance, and strategic vision to make it happen. And when it comes to the hospitality industry, the challenges can be even more intense. But the ones who rise to the occasion? They often uncover some serious...

S3 Ep13 Episode Shownotes: “Healing is not like a one-size-fits-all thing…The circumstances might look different, but there's a lot of principles that we can apply that the Enneagram brings into the picture that gives us a clear path forward.” —Bekah Burns Are you seeking to improve your relationships, enhance your leadership skills, or simply gain deeper insight into the human experience? Se...

S3 Ep12 Episode Shownotes: “When we recognize that we have so much more to give, we stop playing small.” —Delisa Abraham   Ever wondered what it takes to juggle a thriving career, raise an inspiring child, and make a meaningful impact on the world? Delisa Abraham's story is one of resilience, innovation, and a relentless pursuit of purpose. Delisa is a dynamic leader, author, and parental coa...

S3 Ep11 Episode Shownotes: “There is no midlife crisis. It's not a crisis. You reborn your skills and talent after [your kids] leave. Because now, you have the wisdom and the time. You can start your own. This is the best time!” —Sairan Aqrawi   Raise your hand if you've ever felt stuck in a midlife rut. Or maybe you're craving a fresh start after your kids leave, but you're no...

S3 Ep10 Episode Shownotes: “If you want to go for it, you will do it no matter what your age.” —Galilee Arga Age is just a number, and it's never too early or too late to chase your dreams and make a difference.  Galilee is a 13-year-old dynamo who's already running her own successful balloon business, Free Spirit Balloons, while also excelling in school, sports, and extracurricular acti...

S4 Ep9 Episode Shownotes:  “Using spirituality to control people with money is disgusting.”— Jenessa Wyatt The captivating world of psychic mediumship takes center stage in this thought-provoking episode, as we delve into the profound connections between the spirit realm and the earthbound.  Jenessa Wyatt is a highly sought-after psychic medium based in Northern California, with over 3,000 clients...

S3 Ep8 Episode Shownotes: “Order brings me a certain amount of peace.” —Landra Barta Feeling like your home (and your life) is just a little too...overwhelming? It's like there's just so much stuff, so many thoughts, and it can all feel a bit suffocating. But the truth is, the key to finding that much-needed clarity and breathing room could be as simple as a little decluttering. Landra B...

S3 Ep7 Episode Shownotes: “Movement is medicine.” —Heather Camacho Orange Theory is a popular fitness franchise that offers heart-rate-based interval training workouts. The classes combine cardio, strength, and power training to help members achieve their fitness goals. With studios across the country, Orange Theory provides a unique and challenging workout experience for fitness enthusiasts. Heat...

S3 Ep6 Episode Shownotes: “Make a list of the good versus the bad. [You] will realize that the mind tends to gravitate towards the bad, but the list of good is always longer.” —Varuni Sinha The H-4 visa— the bane of many immigrant spouses' existence. Imagine being highly skilled, educated, and eager to work, only to be trapped in a legal limbo, unable to contribute your talents.  The H-4 visa...

S3 Ep5 Episode Shownotes: “Learning is what makes you grow. It's what makes you challenge, what makes you excited for what's to come, and makes you realize what's important in life.” —Heather Nelson   Heather's latest retreat was a total rollercoaster! One minute, she was chilling by the pool for a dreamy sound bath, and the next, she was powering through her hosting duties des...

S3 Ep4 Episode Shownotes: “We need to feed people, and if we're going to do that, we need to do it responsibly.” —Dayna Ghirardelli Measure J, a controversial ballot initiative in Sonoma County, aims to restrict the size of local farms and animal operations. If passed, it could devastate the county's thriving agricultural community, putting family-owned businesses and thousands of jobs a...

S3 Ep3 Episode Shownotes: “I'm waiting at the sunset, in the light of the moon for tomorrow, where they'll come running on the horizon.” —Jodi LaRae Cunningham It can be such a heartbreaking experience when someone just drifts away and cuts off contact. It can happen for all sorts of reasons but whatever they are, it can be really tough to deal with. The good news is, that there are ways...

S3 Ep2 Episode Shownotes: “You can go when you want to go. You deserve something more than that. You're worth more than that.” —Allyn Amerongen Narcissistic partners can be the ultimate masters of manipulation— one minute they'll shower you with love and the next they'll tear you down. They’ll slowly chip away at your confidence until you're questioning everything. But you know...

S3 Ep1 Episode Shownotes: “The last thing I want is to lose connection with the people who matter most to me.” —Carly Burr The social media pandemic has really taken over, hasn't it?  It seems like everyone is constantly glued to their phones, scrolling endlessly through the highlight reels of everyone else's lives. It can be so easy to get caught up in the comparison trap and feel like...

Episode Details: Welcome to Life Conversations with a Twist. This week, I’m excited to introduce a talented food blogger, Priya Lakshminarayan, who has made a name for herself in the world of Indian cuisine, specifically focusing on vegetarian and vegan dishes. Growing up in a traditional Indian family, she learned the art of cooking from her relatives, absorbing the rich flavors and techniques th...

Episode Details: Welcome to Life Conversations with a Twist. This week, I’m sharing a deeply personal episode about a major life decision—moving my family. I take you through the journey of how we came to this decision, the challenges we faced throughout the process, and the emotions that come with uprooting and starting anew.  In this episode, I talk candidly about the difficulties of adapting to...

Episode Details: Welcome to "Life Conversations with a Twist," where we explore the dynamic stories of individuals who have embraced life’s challenges and pursued their passions. This week, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Laura Sinclair, a fellow podcaster and someone I connected with through our shared passion for storytelling. Laura’s journey is nothing short of inspiring, as s...