Balance Shared

Introduction to Episode My guest today is Lacey Beaty, candidate for Beaverton Mayor. We discuss how motherhood affects campaigning, how the city works, and what it will take to co-create a future we all want. Podcast Episode Summary I begin my discussion with Lacey on the importance of a new class “City 101: Governance, a brief overview” We first discuss how Beaverton is not a full service city....

Introduction to Episode The Trauma Whisperer, Janine Wirth, a licensed psychotherapist, clinical hypnotherapist, and coach, has a virtual global practice where she works with women to help them heal from those experiences. Podcast Episode Summary Janine shares a pivotal story of her car being hijacked, unpacking her own trauma, and using this revelation and gifts to help support other women going...

Introduction to Episode My guest today is Vanessa Couto, an astrologer with a mission to help people align their gifts, their purpose with their livelihood through their business. We discuss astrology, philosophy, art, and business - all with the lens of elevating where we are now. Podcast Episode Summary Vanessa shares a lot of thinking and philosophy weaving astrology, philosophy, art, and histo...

Introduction to Episode Engaging on Social Media with Brandy Henry. That’s what Brandy does. She uses her teacher archetype and now demonstrates to businesses how to authentically engage on social media. Podcast Episode Summary In this episode, Brandy sits down with Michelle and they discuss different ways to engage on social media. She really enjoys breaking down social media into digestible bits...

Introduction to Episode Michelle reflects on the world at large, what that can mean for our changing seasons, and she invites you, dear listener, to intentionally co-create a future we can all be proud of. Podcast Episode Summary In this episode, Michelle considers how this time of year might be telling us something. She reflects on the current state of affairs amid COVID-19, schools being closed...

Introduction to Episode Michelle reached out and an old friend said, “Yes.” In today’s interview, Jeff walks through how he has landed on his passions, one of which includes working with foster dogs. Podcast Episode Summary We all have a story. Every single one of us. And, some of us take non-linear paths to find what we want in life. Jeff Hahler describes how he followed one thing to another whic...

Introduction to Episode In this episode, Michelle sits down with David Scheer, dedicated community member, Odd Fellow, and Aikido Instructor.  Podcast Episode Summary David discusses his teaching philosophies and how they integrate into all aspects of his work. He shares stories of how he learned to be a great teacher, modeled after his own great teacher. He shared his respect for history of...

Introduction to Episode Since I’m 42, that must mean I know the answer to life, the universe, and everything, right? Wrong! I share four things, top of mind, that I have kind of figured out as I enter my 42nd year. Podcast Episode Summary For this birthday episode, I reflect on four things that I’ve been working on or seem super relevant to me from the past year. I don’t know everything Boundaries...

Introduction to Episode A few years ago, Lety and Michelle met through a Women in Networking group housed out of St. Helens, Oregon. Fast friends, they dive into public relations, Let’s wheelhouse, and why you would want someone to do PR for you. Podcast Episode Summary Lety does not identify as Sam from Sex in the City, except for the badass portion. Lety fell into this career after exploring bea...

Introduction to Episode Using essential oils to walk into joy wasn’t something Jeni was planning to learn. Chemistry drop-outs, Michelle and Jeni, discuss how essential oils can support the whole body, and why the chemistry works.  Podcast Episode Summary Jeni Houston, aka “California girl/Super nerd”, found essential oils when her life was about to change. And, she started to use them regula...

Introduction to Episode Strategies for identifying and curating your brand. This podcast is for people who know what they do and are looking at how to show up in the world. Podcast Episode Summary You’ve taken the leap, and you know what you want to do. Maybe you are a chiropractor? Maybe you are a designer? Maybe you're an SEO specialist? Maybe you are a writer? Maybe you are looking for a job? I...

Introduction to Episode In this interview with Emily Mieren, Michelle and Emily discuss motherhood, figuring out roles, and switching things up as familial need, passions, and opportunities present themselves. Podcast Episode Summary Emily and Michelle start with essential oils they used to prepare for interviewing on the podcast. They continue talking about how we serendipitously find our people…...

Introduction to Episode How do you celebrate Imbolc? First, what is it? Second, how did it come about? In this bonus episode, Michelle briefly talks about the history and what we can learn from this first spring holiday. Podcast Episode Summary Happy Imbolc! In today’s episode, Michelle briefly goes over Imbolc, its history, and she offers a continued invitation to renew and change up your rituals...

Introduction to Episode Do you feel good in your body? Mari wants to know. Mari is on a mission to get people to feel good in their bodies. But, she didn’t always believe this or educate on this. Join Michelle and Mari as they dive into how Mari found her passion and what she’s doing to educate people on it. Podcast Episode Summary First, I must apologize. I mispronounced “Maree Bento’s” name. Bot...

Introduction to Episode In this episode, Michelle and Theresa sit down and chat about soul-based or Spirit-led businesses. Theresa, growing from the world of marketing, has built a business where she guides empaths and healers on a journey of discovery that allows them to knit together all their passions with a core message. Learn a little bit about how Theresa works and other tools she’s created...

Introduction to Episode Erica Vaughn, fellow mom and essential oil educator, chats with Michelle about the upcoming theme of their jointly taught classes in the Portland Metro area. This year, their ongoing essential oil education is all about moving beyond mom guilt. Podcast Episode Summary Mom Guilt is something that can affect anyone who cares for another. Erica and Michelle share examples of w...

Introduction to Episode Laura and Michelle discuss women, empaths, human consciousness, the number 13, and most importantly - co-creating our world into one we all want. Podcast Episode Summary Laura and Michelle begin discussing what is an empath, how people become or are empaths. They continue weaving in co-creation, stopping the pendulum, and other thought topics. Get inspired about co-creating...

Introduction to Episode Michelle discusses going into 2020 with grace, purpose, and joy. < h1 >Podcast Episode Summary Listen as we discuss why it’s important to show up with grace, have purpose, and show up in joy. Need more purpose or joy, there’s an invitation at the end to join Michelle for a 3-day workshop on visioning. < h1 >Recommended Resources 2020 visioning retreat: https://www.eventbrit...

Introduction to Episode Take a listen to various traditions around Christmas as we celebrate the hope of new light. Podcast Episode Summary Michelle asked friends to share their Christmas traditions. Hear from some written reports and a few who shared their traditions in their own voice. Recommended Resources For more information about Michelle, Balance Shared, events, and projects, please visit w...

Introduction to Episode In episode 7, Michelle and Lacey sit down and discuss her campaign for mayor, how she got here, why it’s so important for women to run in politics and her plans for change in Beaverton. She describes some of her recent projects and her passion for engaged community members. Podcast Episode Summary Lacey Beaty shares with Michelle the importance of service, the loneliness in...

Introduction to Episode In today’s episode, you host Michelle Lasley interviews a practitioner of healing and mystical arts, Maree Bento. Podcast Episode Summary Michelle and Maree discuss tarot, oracle decks, accessing your intuition, and Maree’s current projects. Maree has created the Antiquarian Tarot Deck. Her current project is the Divine Muses Oracle Deck, and her future project is an oracle...

Introduction to Episode Michelle sits down with friend and colleague, Cheryl DeClercque. Cheryl is a virtual marketing assistant, mom to four, wife, and lives in the Pacific Northwest. Podcast Episode Summary In episode 5, Michelle interviews friend and colleague, Cheryl DeClercque. Cheryl is a mom of four and virtual marketing assistant. In this interview, the women discuss boundaries, setting ex...

Introduction to Episode Michelle Lasley discusses three essential oil specials for the month of December. Podcast Episode Summary In this episode we discuss how to get Clove, Melissa, and Frankincense at a reduced cost or free. Michelle also briefly explains the emotional and physical properties of each. Recommended Resources To learn more about Clove, visit: https://doterra.me/No7sajpi. To learn...

In this episode Michelle Lasley discusses joy, why it’s important, and how to bring a gratitude practice into your days in order to live more in joy. She also describes how some upcoming episodes will work with interviews. Recommended Resources Email hello@michellelasley.com for a list of references regarding Joy and why it’s important. If you are interested in being interviewed on this podcast, p...

Michelle Lasley explains more about the motivations of this podcast, Balance Shared, through the lens of using essential oils in the home. She discusses some basics on how they remove toxins, why you would want a clean home, and added benefits. Recommended Resources 29 Uses of Vinegar: https://michellelasley.com/2019/11/29-ways-to-use-vinegar-in-your-home/ Homemade Weed Killer (with Vinegar): http...