Be YOU: your story, your purpose

Elysia Butler is a best-selling author and teen & tween mindset mentor, specializing in positive psychology, suicide prevention, and emotional intelligence. With 15 years of experience as an educator and a background in psychology and English, Elysia is dedicated to bridging the mental health gap through actionable strategies for families and schools. Elysia shares her own story of the pivotal...

While it may seem counterintuitive, freedom and growth are best developed with healthy boundaries. Like bumpers on a bowling lane, boundaries keep us safe while allowing room for exploration. Poorly defined or overly restrictive boundaries restrict or even inhibit freedom. We can discover the keys to balanced boundaries that foster growth and fulfillment by asking simple questions about our freedo...

Libby Supan is a licensed marriage and family therapist, certified intuitive eating counselor, and recovered from an eating disorder she had for 20 years. This is the reason why she’s extremely passionate about the work that she does. Libby has a therapy and coaching practice. She works with people who struggle with food and body issues. This is usually people who are sick and tired of thinking ab...

We've all heard the term "being in the flow." But what does that really mean? I've always related this to a mental state of being but flow is actually an important natural law that can be applied to our life. When we apply this law across physical, mental, and emotional realms, we foster creativity and resilience. In this episode I share practical tips for finding your flow, such...

Discover the transformative power of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in my conversation with Myhriah Young, the AI Whisperer. With a focus on empowering entrepreneurs, Myhriah shares her journey and expertise, offering practical tips for integrating AI into your business strategy. Myhriah also shares practical insights on using AI personally, along with tips for making AI sound like you. We also dive...

Have you ever considered that experiencing negative thoughts and emotions is a gift? We all encounter challenges, but within them lies an opportunity for growth. However, there is a difference between experiencing and adopting negativity. Practical techniques, such as thought purging and emotional exploration, help us release negativity and find inner peace. Through these processes, we learn to le...

Mary Ann Stenquist is a Spending Coach who teaches women how to become unshoppable so they can afford the life they want with the money they already have. She teaches how to overcome the urge to shop by teaching why we shop and how to stop spending before it happens. We discuss each of the six spending types and how people spend money according to their type.  Plus, don't miss Mary Ann's s...

Weapons of Mass Distractions (WMDs) encompass anything that diverts our attention from important tasks - from social media scrolling to compulsive online shopping. While some distractions may seem harmless, they can, over time, erode our ability to concentrate, increase stress, and hinder memory retention. Moreover, WMDs threaten our capacity to achieve a state of flow, where productivity and crea...

Heather Black is a Las Vegas-based event planner and detail wrangler, known for her expertise in helping heart-centered entrepreneurs excel in their businesses through impactful events. Heather's business, Phoenix Collaborations, specializes in guiding clients to surpass their event expectations, using David Allen's mantra: "You can do anything. But not everything." During our co...

Growing up, I thought journaling just meant chronicling things that happened to me. I have learned that while this is an important part of journaling, it is just a drop in the bucket of what journaling truly is and how journaling can help you. So what is journaling then? Simply put, journaling is moving thoughts and emotions from inside your body onto a sheet of paper, app, or document. But the mo...

Sunny Lawrence is a woman whose name perfectly mirrors her vibrant personality. Sunny's journey unfolds from her hometown to meeting and marrying James Lawrence, the famed Iron Cowboy, in December 2000. As a dedicated mother of four daughters and one son, she has joyfully embraced the role of James' #1 supporter throughout his endurance sports career. The heart of our conversation centers...

A victim mindset can put a stop to any and all progress. Here are some insights on how to recognize a victim mindset and make some changes so that you can be the true you.

After 27 years of marriage, Bernadette O'Grady began what would be a difficult divorce process. Through it, she has found her own worth and determination to help others going through the same challenge. You can reach Bernadette by emailing her at   bernadettemogrady@gmail.com .

I've long heard that happiness is a choice. If that is true, then any emotion is a choice. What are the mechanics of choosing your emotions, though? Don't they just happen? There is a formula for choosing the way we feel. The key is to know what it is and how to interpret it to fit you. Let's talk about it.

Navigating the world of upper education can be a daunting task - especially for inexperienced teenagers - and their parents. My guest today is Shellee Howard, CEO and founder of College Ready, a proven system to help teenagers find the best degree and college fit for the best price. Shellee talks about practical dos and don'ts that will help your child prepare for ACT/SAT exams, scholarship ap...

For many years my time management skills were a hot mess - think non-existent. I learned, though, that it's a skill that has to be developed just like any other skill. It took a lot of trying different methods and failing - a lot - before I felt like I had a handle on it. But let's be honest; I'm still figuring out the best time management system. While there are a myriad of time manag...

Jodi Kay Benusa is the founder of USA Geriatric Services, a consumer navigation system tailored to those seeking guidance in elder care planning. As a geriatric advocate, Jodi Kay helps guide senior citizens to age in the right place with peace and comfort. Her dedication centers on safeguarding the rights of senior citizens, ensuring they thrive during challenging times as well as advocating for...

The Yes And Technique is one of the most common techniques used in improv standup comedy. It happens as two comedians banter back and forth. What is presented by one comedian is accepted and then added upon by the other comedian. The process continues until the comedians finish their impromptu skit. The Yes And Mindset is similar to the comedic Yes And Technique and can be used as a tool to be mor...

Teresa Carnegie is a writer, published author, and self-publishing coach, who helps people create, self-publish, and organically market their own books. When she’s not doing all that, she’s traveling around the world as often as possible, and locally around the Vancouver area, where she lives. You can usually find her enjoying sweets, carrying her laptop, and searching for new experiences. In this...

What is cognitive dissonance? When I first learned about this, I had a hard time understanding it. Thought patterns? Belief systems? Confliction? Honestly, it was a bit over my head. So here's a simple introduction to cognitive dissonance, how to recognize it, and how to use it as a tool for self-improvement. If you liked this, please let me know! Reviews, subscriptions, and shares are the bes...

Jackie Roby is the founder and CEO of Inspired Journey Consulting, where her goal is to help people who have been abused shift from self-doubt to self-empowerment. We talked about her work with Positive Intelligence, Human Design, and mental wellness practices to help us grow emotional intelligence, heal from trauma, and increase our self-love. To access your free 30-minute breakthrough session go...

Anticipation is a powerful tool we can use for good in our lives. It motivates, engages problem-solving, and fosters focus. Anticipation's power lies in visualizing positivity, cultivating contagious energy, and often surpassing the anticipated event itself. So how do we harness this power? By creating things to anticipate regularly! Unlock the power of anticipation in your life by following s...

In today's episode, Stephany Ann, an accomplished attorney and recipient of the governor's award for advocacy with survivors of domestic violence, shares her empowering journey of triumph over narcissistic abuse. Having experienced two marriages with narcissists, Stephany harnessed the transformative power of Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT) to heal from the trauma of domestic abuse and f...

Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT), or Tapping, is a great way to quickly clear up negative thoughts or emotions that prevent us from accomplishing our goals. The technique stems from "Thought Field Therapy" by Dr. Roger Callahan and uses specific acupuncture points to free up your energy flow. Since the energy that is flowing originates from emotions, as we free up those blocked emotions...

Dr. Saloni Surah is a native of the UK and is a published author of her first children’s book Flora Investigates: The Case Of The Missing Gold Eggs. This is a funny, zany book for 5-9 year olds. She is also an HIV & sexual health consultant and has a PhD in HIV Infection & drug use. She has worked with marginalized populations from all over the world. Working in her particular area of medi...