Be YOU: your story, your purpose

In this episode, I have a heartwarming conversation with Heidi Arave, the co-founder of Nicholas Fern, a company that has spent 20 years helping families preserve their stories in personalized, hardbound books. Heidi's passion for storytelling was ignited by her love for her grandparents, whose lives she wanted her children to know and appreciate. She explains how Nicholas Fern was born out of...

Survival is not about being the fittest but the friendliest and we do that within our communities. These can be divided into three types: the Soul Community (our relationship with ourselves and a higher power), the Inner Community (close relationships with those who support and love us unconditionally), and the Extended Community (acquaintances and the broader population). Engaging authentically w...

Today I continue my exploration of the universal laws of prosperity, focusing on the last five of ten laws that, when understood and leveraged, can significantly enhance our lives. These include the Law of Rhythms, the Law of Cause and Effect, the Law of Gender & Gestation, the Law of Flow, and the Law of Abundance I have found that understanding the rules of success has given me a better pers...

In this episode, I dive into the first five of ten universal laws of success that can profoundly impact our lives. Much like gravity, these laws exist whether we acknowledge them or not. While simply obeying these laws can keep us from negative outcomes, their true power lies in leveraging them to our advantage. It’s up to us to learn about these laws and figure out how to use them to get what we...

Celebrating is more than just marking moments of success; it’s about authentically honoring these moments without the hindrance of negative self-talk, comparison, or anger. By addressing these inhibitors—envy, pride, and grudges—we can embrace genuine celebration through responsibility and gratitude. Responsibility involves stepping out of a victim mindset and fully owning both our hardships and t...

The art of pondering—engaging in deep, purposeful thought—is a valuable skill to develop. Pondering involves considering and reasoning, reflecting on feelings and emotions, and ultimately gaining personal insights that no one else can achieve for you. Many people avoid pondering due to a perceived lack of time, discomfort with their own thoughts, or simply not knowing how to do it. However, ponder...

In 2016, Lorin Smith was diagnosed with Celiac Disease. Five years later she received the devastating news that she had Type I Diabetes. Through her experiences, Lorin found ways to cope with the physical as well as the mental and emotional challenges brought on by these diagnoses. Her mission now is to share her knowledge and community so that others going through similar challenges will know how...

We live in a chaotic and noisy world. Choosing the right voices to listen to can make a significant difference, especially when not all loud voices are beneficial. How do we determine which voices will benefit us the most? The best voices will support your goals, believe in your abilities, offer helpful suggestions, communicate effectively, and provide genuine encouragement. These guidelines also...

Change is something each of us experience; it is an inescapable and vital part of the human experience. It can be uncomfortable and scary and can even lead to self-doubt. Yet it has been shown that fear and uncertainty can be mitigated by having a clear vision of what you want and who you are while stepping into discomfort. We can all find courage amidst change. Courage is built through action – e...

“Buy land, grow food, and give it away.” Such began Lori Birckhead’s journey with By Faith Farm. Following a recurring vision, she and her husband did indeed buy land where they now grow food to give away to those in need despite having had no farming experience and loads of initial skepticism. Many miracles later, By Faith Farm is now run completely by “farm angel” volunteers, chief among them be...

Christiana Crawley is a wife and mother of four, fashion designer, and owner of Platinum Aloré. And this is just part of her story. Christiana started her incredible journey in war-torn Sierra Leone then moved to America as a refugee without her family at the tender age of 13. She opens up about the challenges she faced during this tumultuous period and the inner strength she discovered to perseve...

Have you ever been paralyzed by the inability to ask an important question? Or maybe you thought you knew the answer and you ended up making a poor decision. Asking questions is a powerful tool for forward progression – yet we’re not always great at this skill. In this episode, I talk about three basic types of asking: query, invite, and request, and why people often avoid asking due to fear, assu...

April Emanuelson is a dynamic mom of three, wife, farmer, national speaker, and New York Times best-selling author. Certified in Lifestyle, Exercise, Attitude, and Nutrition Coach with an additional certification in Functional Nutrition, April teaches simple tools to help even the busiest individuals make lasting changes to improve their health. She dives into her own health journey and the health...

Science shows that we gain strength through resistance, much like how muscles grow when we lift weights. However, in nature, from wind and water to our brain's synapses, everything seeks the path of least resistance. This raises the question: how can we harness this natural law to create positive change in our lives? The key lies in altering our current systems to form new paths of least resistanc...

In this episode, I sit down with Curtis Morley, a 5-time entrepreneur, mentor, coach, and author, to dive into his transformative journey from entrepreneurship to his current focus on authentic living. Curtis shares the pivotal experience that led him to write his current book, “Counterfeit Emotions.” Curtis reveals the essence of authenticity and why it’s crucial in our lives. He explains the con...

I bet you’ve heard the timeless wisdom of Robert Herrick's poem, "To the Virgins, to Make Much of Time." Herrick’s poem urges us to "gather ye rosebuds while ye may," reminding us to seize the day and make our lives extraordinary. True extraordinariness isn't just about accomplishments or fame; it's about what we do with the opportunities we encounter. It’s importan...

Hollie Hauptly has been a passionate doula and childbirth educator since 2010. Hollie’s journey began with the transformative birth of her first child, which inspired her to switch career paths and dive headfirst into doula training. Now, as the owner and CEO of Birth Boot Camp, she’s on a mission to empower expecting parents everywhere. In this episode, Hollie shares the five essential things eve...

Human beings are creatures of creation – whether we know it or not. The question isn’t if we’re creating but what are we creating? In my own journey of creation, I discovered that "Love it to Life" isn't just a catchy phrase; it's a game-changer. Whether it's finding the right job, improving relationships, redecorating, planning a vacation, writing a book, or creating an amaz...

Heather Waegner is a dedicated wife, mother of four, and a seasoned brand photographer with over 20 years of experience. Heather's passion lies in capturing the authenticity of her subjects and empowering them to exude confidence through her lens. With a keen eye for detail and a knack for making people feel at ease, she helps clients showcase their unique essence. Heather's secret sauce?...

Have you ever heard the phrase, “If you can’t say anything nice, don’t say anything at all”? Is that really the best advice? In this episode, I explore the dichotomy between being nice and being kind. While niceness often involves sugarcoating and avoiding uncomfortable truths, kindness embodies the courage to speak truth with love. Understanding this distinction can greatly impact our relationshi...

Christina Owens is a mind-body-spirit, Christ-centered massage therapist, and Soul Purpose Coach. Christina shares her journey of overcoming abuse and trauma, finding her light, and helping other women do the same. She emphasizes the importance of tuning into the hero within and co-creating a beautiful new world founded on love and self-worth. Christina delves into her experience with processing s...

Have you ever played a game with a flat ball? It’s pretty pointless. It’s the ball’s ability to bounce back that makes the game work – and it’s what makes the game so much fun, too! We are a lot like that ball - the more bounce, or resilience, we have, the better we can recover from the setbacks we experience in life. While it’s best to take preventative measures to maintain a healthy level of res...

Lark Galley knows the value of surrendering control. While this may seem counterintuitive, she has learned that we can find more solid ground when we surrender the control we didn’t have anyway. Lark started her career in economic development and then transitioned to sales and finally entrepreneurship. These transitions brought their own growing experiences, although they paled in comparison to th...

In this episode, I'm diving into something we've all faced: finding our tribe. You know, those people who really get us and lift us up. I've moved around a bit, and every time I did, I struggled to find my crew. But here's the thing: I've realized that our tribe isn't just about being like-minded. It's about being like-hearted – connecting on a soul level. So, I'm s...

Shelly Edmunds Jorgensen is the author of the memoir, "Beautiful Ashes." Shelly’s traumatic experiences started with domestic violence that led to her father murdering her mother and burning down their house. That was only the beginning. In Shelly’s words, “Everything that could be taken from a person was taken from me.” Although each trauma was devastating, Shelly found a level of resil...