Choose Courage Podcast

Change is one of the few things we can always count on—yet it’s often the very thing we resist the most. In this solo episode, Terry reflects on the shifts that come with different seasons of life and how easily we can miss the quiet gifts that change brings when we’re holding too tightly to plans, expectations, or checklists. Through personal stories and gentle insight, she shares what it looks l...

In this heartfelt episode of the Choose Courage podcast, Terry Sidford sits down with midlife mentor and spiritual guide Katie Farinas to explore what it really takes to reclaim your life when you’ve been living by everyone else’s rules. Katie shares her deeply personal journey—from checking all the “right” boxes and losing herself in the shoulds , to facing depression, debilitating migraines, and...

How do you rediscover yourself when the house gets quiet and the routines that once defined you suddenly shift? In this uplifting episode of Choose Courage , Terry sits down with Elaine Catuara—an Ultrasound Technologist, wellness advocate, and creator of the “Radiant Next Chapter” summits—to talk about turning the empty-nest season into a vibrant new beginning. With 40+ years in healthcare and a...

In this conversation, Terry and Debbie explore why so many midlife women live like they’re “being chased by a bear”—constantly proving, performing, and pushing—and how somatic practices can gently teach the body it’s safe again. You’ll learn practical ways to calm the amygdala, reconnect with your feminine receiving energy, and move from overthinking to embodied wisdom so you can feel whole, loved...

When life burns the map, how do you begin again? In this powerful episode, Terry Sidford sits down with award-winning author and speaker Valerie Silveira to explore how forgiveness—what Valerie calls “the F-word”—can become the turning point from pain to purpose. After losing her daughter Jamie to a violent tragedy, Valerie faced an unthinkable question: What now? Through faith, courage, and raw h...

In this powerful episode of the Choose Courage Podcast , Terry Sidford welcomes Dr. Kitty Fallon—counselor, coach, and soul guide—who shares her journey of living with multiple sclerosis while helping others uncover the wisdom of their soul. Kitty opens up about redefining freedom, finding choice in the midst of limitation, and embracing life transitions with compassion and courage. Her story is a...

In this inspiring episode of the Choose Courage Podcast , Terry welcomes Gina Trimmer —mom of three boys and one baby girl, devoted wife, world traveler, podcaster, and founder of Revitalized Womanhood . Gina opens up about the moment her family lost everything in the recession, facing $750,000 in debt and what felt like rock bottom. Instead of giving up, she and her husband made the courageous ch...

In this powerful episode of the Choose Courage Podcast , Terry welcomes back special guest Lindsay Jepperson —mother of three, special education teacher, mental health advocate, and now published author of Adjusting Your Sails: Anchoring to God Through the Storms of Life . Lindsay shares her remarkable journey of recovery, personal growth, and the daily decisions that helped her overcome addiction...

In this inspiring episode of Choose Courage Podcast, Terry Sidford sits down with Bernadette McClelland, an internationally recognized speaker, author, and sales leadership expert, to explore the power of courage, conviction, and choice. Bernadette believes that if you don’t disrupt your own thoughts and actions, the world will do it for you. With her bold philosophy, she challenges listeners to E...

In this episode, I have the pleasure of sitting down with Dana Klein, a remarkable artist, photographer, and author who has made a profound impact through her work. Dana takes us on a journey through her creative process, sharing how she turned her passion for art into a career that brings comfort and beauty to families all over the world. We delve into the story behind her powerful portraits, esp...

An Empowering Approach to Tough Conversation with guest, Jill Shroyer on the Choose Courage Podcast hosted by Terry Sidford.  Jill Shroyer is the CEO and Lead HR Consultant at Expedition HR and is a tough conversations expert. Jill teaches businesses how to have tough conversations without feeling like a jerk! Businesses hire Expedition HR to provide on-demand, on-call expert HR and tough con...

High School Dropout with a Master's Degree with guest Lindsay Jepperson | Choose Courage Podcast Prepare to be inspired by my guest Lindsay Jepperson's extraordinary life story. From a high school dropout to a Master's Degree holder, her transformative journey is a testament to recovery, courage, self-love, and finding hope by asking for help to take the next step. Lindsay Jepperson, a mother of t...

Are you ready to learn how to live and respond to anything in life and make conscious choices. Listen to my podcast with Sherri Lukac and start making conscious choices. With over 20 years of experience, Sherri seamlessly integrates mind, body, and spirit, guiding individuals towards sustainable lifestyle changes. Her intuitive and empathetic nature creates a safe and nurturing environment for her...

What if the path to overcoming life challenges is found from lessons learned from teenagers? Our guest, Kay, has gleaned invaluable life lessons from her extensive work with teenagers, culminating in her book, 'You Can Do Hard Things '. Kay is the founder of the You Can Do Hard Things project. www.youcandohardthings.today This online platform encourages youth to share their stories of challenges a...

Everything is Made Up with guest Britt Elam | Choose Courage Podcast Nothing you want, long for or dream of is by accident. And everything you want wants you too. Listen to my interview with Holistic Life Coach Britt Elam to find out more. Britt is a Certified Holistic Coach dedicated to helping people create their lives in whatever way feels good and right. She likes to say "Everything is made up...

Happiness is Inside with guest James Walters | Choose Courage Podcast Have you checked all the boxes to find happiness and still feel something is missing? My guest today James Walters believes happiness is inside you by taking ownership of your life story and realizing the only thing you can control is how you respond to anything in life. Listen to my interview and start being the author of your...

Reclaim Your Magic, Passion and Vitality with guest Lisa Boate | Choose Courage Podcast Lisa Boate, Founder of Lean In, Finding Your Way Home Coaching, is a dedicated educator, Certified Menopause Specialist, and Reiki Practitioner with a passion for guiding women through life's transitional phases. Specializing in supporting women navigating the empty nest and perimenopause/menopause journey, Lis...

Choose Courage Podcast | Permission to Heal with Wil Fisher Wil Fisher is a PCC certified life coach who is passionate about helping folks heal, connect with who they are, and get what they want in life. Wil works with many modalities for healing and personal growth including coaching, NLP, time-line therapy, hypnotherapy and more. Wil formally ran a personal and spiritual growth retreat center in...

In just a few months, she lost everything that mattered to her. And, ultimately, found herself.   To look at Brenda Viola's accomplishments - news anchor, reporter, public official, VP of marketing, and even QVC Show Host, you'd think she never struggled with self-worth. In this candid and heartfelt interview, you'll learn that a toxic need to prove herself fueled her ambition. "It's exhausti...

What if changing your mindset and believing your dreams is as easy as adding the word "yet" to what you want to accomplish? Example: I haven't run a marathon yet. Nicole Gonzalez is an author, speaker, coach, and podcast host with a passion for helping people develop their mindset. She has authored a self-help book for teens, backpacked around the world, jumped out of two airplanes, went scuba div...

Do you want to live the Fabulosity life philosophy? The first step is deciding who you want to be at any age and stage of life. Yolanda Drewell, the world's one and only Fabulous Coach, and Founder of The Fabulosity Movement.  Influenced by her colourful South African/ Dutch roots, Yolanda uses her own unique, flamboyant outfits, language and modalities to model and inspire women to discover...

In a world filled with unthinkable obstacles, it takes resilience, courage, and grit to overcome them and create a life of purpose and empowerment. Terry speaks with Mimi Tallo, an incredible woman who has not only overcome her own challenges but is also making a difference by sharing her story with others. Through her three books and her successful podcast, "Be Heard: Women Empowering Women," Mim...

In life, we often face circumstances that are out of our control. These challenges can shape our experiences and leave us feeling helpless or victimized. However, there are individuals who not only endure these hardships but also use them as a catalyst for personal growth and transformation. Adison Keller is one such person. As the daughter of an addict, she has faced numerous obstacles throughout...

Sometimes in life, you just need a shift in focus! Terry interviews Todd Marchant, who has developed a system and platform for creating a whole person well-being culture in families. Todd explains that this culture focuses on becoming the best version of ourselves and shifting the focus from what we do and have to who we are and who we are becoming. He shares his personal experiences with anxiety,...

What if you could turn around grief, shame and paralyzing fear to live a life of joy where adversity no longer writes the rules? Valerie Silvera, founder of Warriors in Hope, shares her inspiring story of resilience after experiencing the unimaginable loss of her daughter to addiction and murder. She discusses how she found her North Star of Courage and the importance of choosing courage in the fa...