Creating You!

What a treat to sit with my friend's 7 year-old Greyson! He hung out with me and shared tips on play, cooking, shopping, and being a friend.  This fun honest conversation with Greyson has a theme of mindfulness. Just be in the moments of your day and have fun! I was reminded of the simplicity of childhood. Maybe your childhood was difficult, yet I imagine there perhaps are glimmers of happy memori...

Today Tuesday, February 22, 2022....2'sday :-) What could you do differently today? Some see this magical number day as an opportunity to reset..a second New Year. Is there something you would like to reset? To add or take away from your daily life in order to find more joy and fullness? Everything we do matters, you matter! The focus of today's episode is the following poem by Countee Cullen  "TH...

As a complete newbie to the podcast world, I am learning the ropes of recording...and how ironic the day I get to have a conversation with a masterful recording artist...I don't have my mic plugged in! Yikes! so ignore the echo of my voice and enjoy the well-recorded voice of Stephen :-) What an honor to have this time with Stephen! He was the first person I asked to be on the podcast, and he said...

Hello! This morning, I took a quick moment to share some ideas on how you might do the daily differently. Full disclosure...what I am trying to do differently is really tricky...and I am trying. Join me with your coffee or tea or preferred drink and snack. May you have a wonderful day! PS Some other great podcasts to listen to: Addie Scharff Jelbling Women Rising Together https://linktr.ee/addiesc...

Today's episode is so affirming! I had the privilege of having a conversation with Kate Godfrey. She is the host of The AUTHENTIKATE podcast. She is truly authentic!  Join us as we talk about all things life, family, faith, fun, and finding what brings you joy. As always, please share this and my guest's podcast with others as we all try to create our best selves. May we all find ways to do our da...

Join me today in an inspiring conversation with Terri Johnston Hamilton. Terri is a mindfulness mindset coach. Her personalized, compassionate approach with her clients is remarkable. If you have ever wondered about beginning a mindfulness practice yet hesitate because you think it includes hours of mediation, just listen. Terri offers strategies to manage life in an intentional, mindful way. Enjo...

We have options and choices every day. When you choose yourself first, it is not selfish. It is precisely what fuels us to be able to give to others! In this and future episodes, I will share some ideas on how to think about your options. Stay tuned until the end, and I will offer suggestions for other podcasts that may help you learn even more about taking kind care of yourself :-) The links are...

The New Year has arrived, we are a few weeks in...how is it going for you? We are surrounded by media cheering us on to join the gym and find health. There are lots of ways to get "healthy" and lots of reasons to. So listen in as I offer some encouragement for your journey. "Nothing is worth more than this day." ~Goethe I would love to hear from you! If you found this episode valuable, share it wi...

The New Year has arrived! For many, it is a time of renewal and hope. For others, it is just more of the same in their difficult circumstances. Mitch Mullins joins me today to have a conversation about how we think and respond to our lives. You will discover that doing one thing differently can impact your mood and your ability to be kind to others. We really must start with ourselves, self-compas...

Welcome to this episode! I was fortunate enough to meet my guest over 20 years ago. Her friendship has stood the test of time and tide! I wanted to have a conversation with Heidi because she so authentically gives to others, while also taking care of herself emotionally, physically, and spiritually. . She challenges me in a gentle way to tap into my inner and outer beauty. I hope this conversation...

A quick message of hope that you finish the holiday season with a vision for the new year. Amid joy and fun, some experience the holidays as difficult. I challenge you to take time for yourself. To pour into yourself and discover new interests or re-engage in those activities or relationships that have brought joy in the past.  Stay tuned for more ideas and conversations on doing the daily differe...

Join me in a conversation with Suzi, a soul full of wonder and light. The holiday season can be difficult, life can be difficult. This episode will hopefully spark ideas in paying attention to the "good" in each day.  Sometimes we forget that we have choices in how we perceive our circumstances. May you take moments this season to care for yourself and others with optimism and compassion. I would...

Hello dear listeners! This episode gives you a little peek into your host. I am skillfully interviewed by the amazing John Chao ,  host of the Perspective Maintenance Podcast; everywhere you listen to podcasts.   John inspires others to think about their thinking, and I could not have been more pleased to have him interview me. You will know a little more about me after this podcast and, hopefully...

This is the 'Messy" entrance into the world of Podcasting!  Practicing what I encourage others to do...jump in, push past that thing that keeps you from living a joyful life.  This and all future podcasts offer ideas for doing the daily differently. Slight movement can create momentum resulting in significant change. Your self-care or lack thereof impacts the world around you.  "Self-care" is a ca...