Buckets of Change Podcast

In this #PFT, no matter how many things we do and do those thinsg to the absolute best of our ability, we will surely disappoint ourselves or someone we trust. I wish it was easier to get through life meeting everyone's expectations but the more and more risks I take in life and passions I pursue, no matter how happy I am doing it, I am bound to disappoint someone and not meet whatever expectation...

In this #PFT, ego rears its ugly head and tries to convince me that I'm not worthy. From time to time when things are as good as they can be, you may experience a bit of impostor syndrome. That voice in your head the tries to convince you that you're just not as good as you think you are. When you're at the peak of your performance, you get knocked back a few steps and self-doubt could become the...

In this #PFT, off a bit of a hiatus it's about making one of two choices when the universe gives you the signs that personal change is eminent. Are you seeking a REBOOT, where you take your strengths and your energy and take a completely different path and pivot. Like in 2019 I decided to make my official career reboot, leaving a nearly 20 year career as an HR professional to become a professional...

In this #PFT, I recently watched a stage performance of Chicago performed by aspiring high school actors and it got me thinking. Our lives are full of roles we perform. On as many stages as we come across. What role are you peforming right now? Are you a member of an ensemble on stage, where you've decided to try something you've never done before and are doing your best to "fake it to you make it...

In this #PFT, I want you to think about that person you know that is always talking about making some change in their lives and does nothing to make it happen. You may have fallen into that trap too. You've shared your intent to do something out of your comfort zone and you get hung up in the talking. It even happens when you are researching and investigating all the things that could happen IF yo...

In this #PFT, making your own decisions to manifest change in your life is one thing. The uncontrollable events that occur, creating unforseen transitions are something very different. Dealing with these transitions manifests feelings of anxiety, stress, and fear. It becomes difficult to even convince ourselves that this too shall pass and we can handle it. It has taken me a lifetime of driving on...

In trhis #PFT, I have a confession to make. I know that getting the "win" or eventually being recognised for a significant success takes time. You gotta put in the work and the hours. Unfortunatkky my ego, on occassion, wants to hear none of that. We can't just snap our fingers and get to the end of the marathon to get our winning trophy. Between. judging oithers for their well earned successes an...

In this #PFT, there are things we can control ourselves and things that happen to us that we can't. What if we take ownership of EVERYTHING that happens to us and not just what we are solely responsible for? Two recent experiences has taught me the positives and negatives of deciding to be responsible for everything I experience. I never thought a brand new construction project and a birthday dinn...

In this #PFT, there is an absolute with any change that happens to us or change we make for ourselves. That absolute is benefit and pain. No change exists without consequence. Change affects us personally and can affect those closest to us. We would love to see the future and assume that if we make a significant change in our lives things will always be better, or if we don't make a change we'll a...

In this #PFT, it's about taking those baby steps necessary to prepare for significant life changes. Now significant changes and life pivots are not easy. Most of you are probably terrified to change your current path in life. I get it. But did you ever realize there are people you know that have learned to break personal and societal conditioning and they just made it happen? They never became the...

In this #PFT, I share the importance of talking out your thoughts, feelings, and aspirations when deciding to change "lanes". When you decide to make a significant change in your life, you kinda put yourself on an island. An island that feels lonely and misunderstood. It's not easy to say good-bye to the happenings of the past and embrace a hopeful future. I remember feeling the most overhwelmed w...

In this #PFT I share a lesson I gave to CEO's and business leaders in my previous Human Resources careeer. The challenge those decision makers struggled with was understanding the consequences of change to the employees they served. It fascinated me to see how change affects others. Are you able to simply change lanes on your current path?  What "bucket" do you fit into when it comes to change and...

In this #PFT the most impornat message of all is to know the signs that the universe (or whomever you take your daily inspiration from) shows you that a significant change in your life is necessary. It's the very first step that change is certain, only if you take that first step.  After you SUBSCRIBE to the show, FOLLOW me on the SOCIALS: On your Phone - Instagram & Facebook @iheartpaintingnj On...