Elevate the Individual

This week is pretty raw. I had this experience on Trek that I have been sitting with and I just needed a place to share it unscripted. Thanks for being my safe place. I hope by sharing this experience it allows you to connect some dots in your own life. Coaching is powerful and I am grateful for it. (00:00:00) Review and Reflection (00:05:55) Trek Preparation (00:12:03) Women's Pull Challenge...

You are in for a treat with this episode! Stephanie Anderson, wife and mother of two beautiful children, has done the inspiring work of understanding and cultivating strength within her mental health journey. She has learned valuable tools and shares several of them with us this week. Through this episode, you will gain insight into the practice of self-reflection and gain an understanding of how...

Join us as we sit down with our guest, Robyn Ramsay. A mother, a rock-climbing enthusiast and an ardent lover of the great outdoors. Robyn's unique perspective offers a captivating comparison of the unpredictability of outdoor activities to the challenges of motherhood, both requiring constant awareness and readiness to adapt. Robyn delves into a crucial aspect of motherhood - maintaining sel...

We're taking you behind the scenes of Lettie Boutique with its incredible founder, Lindsay. Lindsay shares how she grew her business from scratch, starting with selling on Facebook and Store Envy, to expanding into designing her own pieces, and now preparing to open a physical storefront in Pocatello, Idaho. In our candid chat, Lindsay also sheds light on the heart of Lettie Boutique, it&apos...

Ever tried to bake an apple pie with banana bread ingredients? In this week's episode, I share my personal journey of self-acceptance and embracing my body for what it is. Just like using the right ingredients to make a delicious dish, we need to focus on our unique talents and attributes to become the best version of ourselves. Join me as I talk about my own experiences with weight and self-...

I recently had the opportunity to speak at a conference for the young sister missionaries for the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. I realized the importance of developing and sharing our individual light, even if it means stepping out of our comfort zones and facing our fears. In today's episode, we explore the science and beauty of rainbows, discovering how the interplay of darkn...

Have you ever thought to yourself, "I could never do that"? As we approach the end of the school year and transition into summer activities, I, Lacey Jones, reflect on my own journey of stepping out of my comfort zone and becoming a substitute teacher. In this episode, I share my experience of going from a mindset of "I could never do that" to embracing the challenge and realiz...

Have you ever wondered how the people you surround yourself with impact your mental health and personal growth? Join me as I discuss the gardening concept of companion planting and how it relates to our relationships, personal development, and mental well-being. We'll explore the idea of finding your marigolds, inspired by Jennifer Gonzalez's article, " Find Your Marigold: The One E...

Join me on an exciting journey as I reveal the creation and launch of my new magazine, Raising Confident Mothers, and how it aligns with my authentic self while coaching full-time. Discover the challenges and joys of designing and publishing a magazine, as well as the importance of drawing on personal strengths and experiences throughout the process. Don't miss this episode where I unveil an...

Have you ever wondered how to build your confidence and turn it into a powerful force for success, both in business and at home? Join me as I talk to the amazing Miranda Pearce, a former bling boss, social seller, and host of the Making Yourself at Home podcast. Together, we explore her journey to develop confidence, embrace authenticity, and turn her passion for social selling into a thriving bus...

In this episode, Lacey and Aline delve into the challenging journey of foster parenting. They cover the decision-making process of whether or not to say yes to  placement and the importance of a support system. Aline shares her experience as a foster mom and reflects on the impact it has had on her life and her spiritual journey. They also discuss how unexpected people can provide the most help du...

Today's guest, Sarra Erb, is a board-certified music therapist who works with babies and young children in hospitals. In this inspiring episode, Sarra shares her journey to becoming a music therapist, the power of music therapy, and how it is used to address non-musical goals within a therapeutic relationship. Sarra also shares her experience working at a children's hospital, where she h...

Join us as we kick off Foster Care Awareness month with the inspiring Catharine Ryun! Throughout her life, Catharine has relied heavily on her faith to run towards the next chapter. As the daughter of Anne and Jim Ryun running and faith are in her blood. Her father was the first high school boy to run the mile in under four minutes and went on to participate in three Olympics. Following in her fat...

Can't wait for you to meet Tiffany Carbajal, a gifted people person! In this episode, we discuss the importance of knowing one's identity and self-worth, with real stories and experiences that will inspire and motivate you. Tiffany's insights on how to discover one's spiritual identity and how it shapes our lives will leave you feeling empowered and at peace. Learn how to test...

Welcome to our first Metaphor Moment! I'm always looking for metaphors in life that apply to the coaching process. This Metaphor Moment is brought to you by a situation that left me feeling frustrated and a tad bit feisty....can't wait to share what I learned with you!

So excited to share the remarkable Gail Schoenberg with you this week!  Throughout this episode, Gail emphasizes the importance of being kind and compassionate to others and the joy of serving. Listen in as we discuss the significance of creating strong bonds with young people, the value of community, and how service can bring peace and joy in difficult times. Gail's story of love and support...

This week we're diving into the secrets of balancing work and family life with mom, wife, friend and real estate agent, Heather Ramos. We discuss the importance of prioritizing and managing time effectively by utilizing a structured calendar and thought management. Heather shares her personal experience of learning to set boundaries with clients and family, building trust and strong relations...

AI is all the rage these days as it takes over our digital and creative world. As with all advances in technology, creators determine whether or not they will use their talents for the good of society or to our detriment. The end user will also need to decide how they will use the new tool. Will they use it to develop their talents and create new products that allow others to positively contribute...

Melissa shares another one of her talents with us as we discuss her journey into the mountain biking world. If you follow her on social media, you know the joy she has found thru her own participation with the sport as well as her family's. Her strength has led to new heights and new views and she has given back to her community as well. Enjoy the ride! The Candid Kiwi is available on all maj...

I am honored to introduce you to the one and only Melissa Nakaya on this week's episode. Melissa is a native Kiwi of New Zealand living in the US who shares her stories as well as the stories of others to connect us across the globe. Melissa started her podcast as a form of healing from a lifetime of conditional love towards herself. She has created a beautiful collection of honest and vulner...

I believe that each of us has God given talents that we are here to learn about, to cultivate and to share with others. As we develop our talents and use them to bless others, we too walk away with even more blessings and experiences for our good. But how do we develop these talents when we're in the thick of raising our families and trying to keep our heads above water as we keep our tiny hu...

We're going behind the scenes with our special guest, Sara Wells of Our Best Bites, as we talk parenting, connection, teenagers, social media, developing talents and more. Sara Wells co-founded Our Best Bites in 2008 with then business partner Kate Jones. She is the co-author of three Bestselling Cook Books, “ Best Bites: 150 Family Favorite Recipes ,” “ Savoring the Seasons with Our Best Bit...

Raising teenagers is much like experiencing a deep fog on the troubled and open waters of life. As mothers, we know the very real dangers facing our children. We know our children will face very real dangers. We have conversations to prep and drill them in an effort to prepare them for the tough times when they will need to make snap decisions and prevent themselves from getting caught in tricky o...

This week we focus on allowing fathers to parent and contribute to the emotional health of boys. With the groundbreaking book The Boy Crisis focusing on the fact that 26 out of 27 mass school shooters have been dad deprived boys, Lacey dives into the importance of family dinner, providing boys with vocational training, and sports for all participants. She discusses the benefit of rough housing, te...

As our boys grow, the conversations will change. The topics will become more difficult and their willingness to participate in the conversation might become extinct. Tension and fear can easily drive wedges between parents and teenagers as both explore new territory, new choices and new emotions. It is inevitable that our sons will make choices that we don’t agree with but that doesn't mean w...