Enough Already! Yes, You Are...

Again, last month I was honored to do a global Cisco presentation. I shared essential self-care tools that, frankly, we all need right now. Last week on our podcast, we talked about the importance of being PRESENT.  Another simple tool is: Be Positive.  Perhaps it gets overlooked because we live amid pandemic chaos, the news is tough to digest, and it's more challenging to focus on the positive… F...

Last week I was honored to do a global Cisco presentation to 1000's. I shared essential self-care tools that, frankly, we all need right now. One simple - often overlooked - tool is: Be Present.   Perhaps it is so ignored because we live in a fast-paced, distracted world — amid of the pandemic. Here's what being present will do for you… Hear your wisdom (yes, your inner wisdom) Discover miracles (...

Ep. 45: Need An Uplifting Message of Hope? Meg Pomerantz Shares How Girls On the Run (GOTR) Changes Lives! Girls on the Run believe all girls are born with power and purpose. Using a fun, experience-based curriculum that creatively integrates running, GOTR inspires every girl to boldly pursue her dreams and reach her limitless potential. Positive self-talk, making friends, being a friend, and mana...

Listening to David sing, or talk, has you living your life with blinders off, heart open, and a notable skip in your step.   He reminds us to focus on the present, be open to releasing areas where there's resistance, and live a life well-lived. And, so much more...   Listen, really listen to the following songs. Allow the possibility of their wisdom to inspire a new way of living, and perhaps be t...

  Jonathan Byrd is a preacher's kid, a Gulf War veteran, and an award-winning songwriter from Chapel Hill, North Carolina. In 2018, he created the Shake Sugaree Americana Residency, a weekly three-hour show at a little roadhouse outside of Chapel Hill called The Kraken. The Shake Sugaree has evolved into an international online gathering place as it live-streams on YouTube, Facebook, and several o...

In episode 42, Elizabeth dives deeply into her past and shares the importance of looking at the stories we tell ourselves. Once we know the stories (based on our past), we have the power to write a new story (for our present and future). It's healing, heart-lightening, and transformative. Learn more by going to Chapter 12, in her book, Enough Already! Yes, You Are...

Elizabeth Trinkaus shares her experience of visiting The Center of Attitudinal Healing in CA. where terminally ill children are taught to live joyfully in the present moment. This experience was life-changing, and forever memorable. The Center's overarching message is: at every moment, each of us chooses how we are going to live, no matter what our life circumstances. WOW! She also shares a list c...

In episode 40, Elizabeth Trinkaus shares her struggles in not believing in herself, the help she had to move forward, and the huge lesson learned! In Chapter 10 from her book Enough Already! Yes, You Are... she asks herself and others, "where in life do you stop yourself for fear of not being able to complete the task or fear of not doing it well enough? What would you attempt to do if you knew yo...

Creating a ritual to shake off your workday is important. It forms a clear boundary between work and your much-deserved enjoyable evening time. We get to leave work issues in the office - and take a few minutes to recharge - and re-emerge with your whole heart and energy. A simple ritual can look like taking 10 minutes when you get home, washing your face, changing clothes, and declaring your even...

It's a choice. To age with some grace and kindness towards ourselves, or... Let's choose kindness. Enjoy the fascinating studies about what a positive mindset regarding studies can do to your physical health. "The secret to staying young is to live honestly, eat slowly, and lie about your age." - Lucille Ball "You don't get to choose how you are going to die. Or when. You can only decide how you a...

Our  Second Sunday Sacred Soul Experience  at the beautiful Tides Inn on the Chesapeake is a mini-retreat that promises a lasting impact. Rebecca and I discuss what it is, what it isn't, the agenda, and the magic you can expect. Everything is taken care of, and most importantly, it is an opportunity to dial down the exterior and make room for your wisdom and clarity. And your soul will be fueled t...

I met David over 30 years ago at Warren Wilson College in Swannanoa, NC. I would fill my VW bus with friends to hear him play at McDibbs in Black Mountain. On the ride home, we noted how his music changed us. It opened hearts, had us believing in our selves more, and it somehow permitted us to look at our lives with more whimsy and wonder.   In our interview, David shares his dance with intuition...

After listening to guests on our podcast, and being inspired by their stories, Kyoko Harris realized it was time to redefine "enough" for herself. She talks about noticing self-talk and having the choice to reframe the words you are speaking to yourself…and what a difference it makes.   During the COVID-19 shut-down, she is practicing self-care routines, and releasing pressure she is putting on he...

Pam Rivers,  Director of Operations for Customer Experience at Cisco Systems, authentically shares how she is facing her fears with this pandemic and her struggles with isolation. Some of her positive discoveries include slowing down, boundaries with her computer, and a morning ritual that happens regardless of the weather.   More about Pam: With over 20 years of top-caliber executive-level experi...

Beth wraps up the steps of the Diamond Model™ by focusing on Energy and Congruence in this podcast. Where is your energy, and, what exactly is congruence? If you are feeling stuck, notice where your attention is, get clear about your direction, what energy is needed to move forward, and... are you congruent? Dive in more deeply by listening now!   Learn about the Diamond Model and more of the gift...

  Beth Hyjek is one of the Co-founders and the COO of TeachingHorse, LLC. TeachingHorse is an international leadership development company specializing in experiential learning with horses, helping leaders and teams learn how to move through uncertainty and share leadership.    Beth talks about the steps of the Diamond Model™ and focuses on attention and direction in this podcast. She reminds us t...

Beth Hyjek is one of the Co-founders and the COO of TeachingHorse, LLC. TeachingHorse is an international leadership development company specializing in experiential learning with horses, helping leaders and teams learn how to move through uncertainty and share leadership.  Beth shares that when she listened to the recording of our last podcast, she immediately went to a place of judgment in "her...

Inspiring guest - and distant cousin - Emily Trinkaus gives us hours of information in less than a 1/2 hour! Emily's passion for astrology has helped her with self-acceptance, and the connection of something much bigger.   Emily's clients feel validated with who they are and where they are in their life after she has read their birth chart. Emily reminds us that the planets are conspiring in our f...

Beth Hyjek is one of the Co-founders and the COO of TeachingHorse, LLC. TeachingHorse is an international leadership development company that specializes in experiential learning with horses, helping leaders and teams learn how to move through uncertainty and share leadership.    Beth reminds us of the importance of looking at the stories we are telling our selves. When we are willing to look at o...

Kaye Saunders has been making music and helping others to make music for most of her life. She is a singer, pianist, composer, choral conductor, and Director of Music and organist at St. Luke's Episcopal Church in Durham, NC. Kaye has an active private voice and piano studio here in the Triangle, and one of her favorite things is when friends or family gather around her piano to make music togethe...

Limit your news. Mind your mind. Be in acceptance. And, for those "secretly" loving their quarantine, here's your permission slip to love it. It doesn't mean you don't feel bad for those who are sick, have lost their jobs, and are struggling. Take action to help others... and enjoy. Let these be two different things. Don't let guilt steal your peace -- don't look back and wish you had enjoyed this...

Tracey O'Connell is a self-proclaimed "Recovering Physician." After more than two decades as a radiologist, she realized she had been on a path that was not in alignment with her deepest, most authentic self.  Lots of self-study and the work of Brené Brown helped her to rediscover her Truth.  She became a Certified Daring Way™ Facilitator and now helps others incorporate Brené's tools for wholehea...

This is podcast #2 with Leslie Chauncey. She shares the miracles that can happen when you get un-stuck in your mind, and live in your heart. And, she is a living example of that. Our stories are so important, and Leslie reminds us all to ask for help, you are not alone, and to never give up! Leslie: chaunceyduey@gmail.com

Leslie Chauncey shares her stories of transformation — from trying to end her life in college, to rescuing a dog who attacked her, to the willingness to get help! She talks about the importance of self-care, boundaries, and how energy is everything.   Leslie's stories are inspiring and remind us all what we can do if we are willing to ask for help, receive help, and apply powerful tools to our dai...

Ep. 24: COVID-19 Guided Visualization To Lower Stress Elizabeth Trinkaus shares tools to get you out of your head, into your heart, and to feel more grounded. What we focus on grows. Stress lowers our immune system. Remember to shift from fear to calm when possible. Here's how...