Instigating Women

Gwen was asked by a client to speak about Labia Puffs so we did some research and discussed what we know about the female body, the female psyche and how far we'd go to feel beautiful. We support each and every person to make this choice for themselves. If you like to ask us a question or ask us to cover a topic, try out our Speakpipe. And if you'd like to work with us find us here: Gwen: https://...

This week we read the book "Come as You Are: The Surprising New Science that Will Transform Your Sex Life" by Emily Nagoski Ph. D. A lovely take on female sexuality with an underlying foundation that asserts we are all normal, Come as You are helps us all to become familiar with what helps us to increase our desire and intimacy. And if you'd like to work with us: Kate: katemarieb.com Gwen: loudmin...

Kate and I honor Maria Sabina during Women's History Month as a Shamanic Pioneer. Born in 1894, she dedicated her life to spiritual healing through the sacred practice of psilocybin mushroom ceremonies. Her teachings and ceremonies were transformative experiences that opened the gates of the mind for many. As licensed Psilocybin Facilitators in Oregon, Kate and I recognize the powerful impact of p...

Kate and Gwen are excited to share an opportunity to work with us in a new way through Psilocybin Assisted Transformation. We discuss what led to our decision to include this in our practice, our personal experiences, benefits of experiencing psilocybin, and much more. If you'd like to ask us questions about this opportunity, please send them our way: https://www.speakpipe.com/Instigating ... Or t...

A listener question prompted Gwen and Kate to discuss some new elective procedures that are helping women feel beautiful, along with our own journey to looking and feeling our best. Have a question you want addressed on the pod? Leave us a message on our new speakpipe page: https://www.speakpipe.com/Instigating_women_friends Want to work with us? Find out all this and more at our websites- Kate: w...

Gwen and I read "Come as You Are: The Surprising New Science that Will Transform Your Sex Life" by Emily Nagoski Ph. D. a female primary care physician. We loved the message: "We all have the same parts; they're just arranged differently." As well as some other poignant lessons. Have a question you want us to cover on the pod? Check out our speakpipe page and leave us a message: https://www.speakp...

Intimacy can mean different things to everyone. Kate, Liz, and Gwen discuss how to be more intentional about it. Showing your partner intimacy daily. Sharing with your partner how you want intimacy shown daily. And they dive into real-life examples to help explain and support their discussion. If you 'd like to work with us, you cna find out more by checking out our websites: Kate: katemarieb.com...

We discuss pleasure first, menopause, and everything in between in episode 91 of Instigating Women + Friends. And if you'd like to work with us you can check out our websites: Kate: katemarieb.com Gwen: loudminds.com This is the supplement that Kate references in the video: https://shopmood.com/shop-all/mood-sex-magic-sexy-plant-activated-elixir/?utm_campaign=MOOD+Email+Marketing&utm_medium=em...

Gwen, Kate and Liz discuss Gwen's newest offering in her coaching arsenal: Intimacy and Sex Coaching for Women and why it's a part of health. If you want to work with us you can find out more by logging on to: Kate: katemarieb.com Gwen: loudminds.com The book reference we mention: https://a.co/d/0odiG73

New in person pod for episode 89! We take this opportunity of closeness to discuss suicide prevention and awareness. Check-in on your loved ones. Ask how they are doing. Never let your busy life get in the way of being there for your friend. If you or someone you know is struggling Text HOME to 741741 to get help. And if you'd like to work with either of us you can contact us through our websites:...

Every day, your mind is sabotaging your performance, wellbeing and your relationships. According to Positive Intelligence, all your negative emotions, including stress, are the result of your self-sabotage. Positive Intelligence has research-based tools to strengthen the part of your brain- your Sage- that serves you and quiet the part that sabotages you. In episode 88 of Instigating Women + Frien...

In episode 87 of Instigating Women + Friends, Kate talks about how she's had to step back into the driver's seat on a delayed project... which makes her feel like she's managing people again - a role she retired from. Kate and Gwen discuss navigating the situation. At the end of the episode, Gwen shares more information on the next steps for Loud Minds offerings. If you want to work with either Gw...

"I'm not good at this." "I lost my skills." "Something seems off." ...etc. In episode 86 of Instigating Women + Friends, Kate shares paddle boarding as an example of how an environment may be the reason you're failing. Knowing that when you’re not having success, many times it’s the environment, not you. You haven’t lost your skills or your abilities. The environment may just have changed, or been...

"I'm not good at this." "I lost my skills." "Something seems off." ...etc. In episode 86 of Instigating Women + Friends, Kate shares paddle boarding as an example of how an environment may have changed and that's why you're failing. You haven’t lost your skills or your abilities. The environment may just have changed, or been wrong all along. Find how to work with Kate or Gwen by checking out our...

"I'm not good at this." "I lost my skills." "Something seems off." ...etc. In episode 86 of Instigating Women + Friends, Kate shares her adventures in paddleboarding as an example of how an environment may be the reason you're failing. You haven’t lost your skills or your abilities. The environment may just have changed, or been wrong all along. Work with Kate or Gwen: Kate: katemarieb.com Gwen: l...

Things are still unfolding in Gwen's household... Gwen shares an update to last week's Instigating Women + Friends video regarding where her daughter is at with her college choice and her thoughts about it. And if you'd like to learn more about myself and Gwen, here are our websites: Kate: katemarieb.com Gwen: loudminds.com

"Let things unfold." Gwen and I often use this saying with our coaching clients. Gwens youngest daughter just graduated and she's been going back and forth on choosing a college to attend. In episode 84 of Instigating Women and Friends, Gwen discusses how she’s been using coaching techniques to let these uncontrollable things unfold... It's been a good lesson... and a great way to use the parts wo...

We all have pieces and parts that are battling amongst themselves creating blocks and/or motivation. What do you think you have inside of you? In episode 83 of Instigating Women + Friends, I discuss my parts work, which is a therapeutic lens that assumes that each of us has many different parts to our minds and psyches. Gwen dives into her positive intelligence work, which goes hand in hand with p...

The interview Gwen and I have been extremely excited about is finally here! We spoke with the "I Got Fired" viral LinkedIn post publisher Stephanie Hodges to get her honest feedback surrounding the emotion, shame and freedom following getting fired. Stephanie went from being fired... To feeling inspired. A couple of key takeaways: ▶︎Stop putting work ahead of personal life priorities. ▶︎You're mor...

What’s the difference between coaching and therapy? How do I know which one is right for me? Can I do both? In episode 81 of Instigating Women + Friends, we break down those differences and much more. And if you'd like to learn more about myself and Gwen, here are our websites: Kate: katemarieb.com Gwen: loudminds.com #mentalhealthawareness #therapy #coaching

We've shared many great conversations throughout Women's History Month, which inspired me to dig a little deeper. In this episode of Instigating Women + Friends, I share my findings. And if you'd like to learn more about myself and Gwen, here are our websites: Kate: katemarieb.com Gwen: loudminds.com #womenempowerment #womenentrepreneurs

Gwen and I are excited to be joined by Senita Lenear, the first black female city commissioner in Grand Rapids who is now running for Mayor. We wanted to have her on Instigating Women + Friends for #WomensHistoryMonth because she is making history and doing amazing things. "Representation matters, so being accessible is critical," Senita said. And if you'd like to learn more about myself and Gwen,...

So much of History is about his-story. AKA: men. I don't think the her-storys have been told as much, which is why Women's History Month is so important. In this episode of Instigating Women + Friends, we share our own her-storys. What do you want to be known as? What legacy do you want to leave behind? And if you'd like to learn more about myself and Kate, here are our websites: Kate: katemarieb....

In honor of Black History Month, I wanted to shine a light on my friend Ovell Barbee's book "The Big House." His book shares compelling real-life work experiences combined with my passion for meaningful and systemic change as it relates to diversity in hopes it will motivate and inspire leaders to have the courage to build a better, human-centered workplace. In episode 77 of Instigating Women + Fr...

I asked Gwen to work through a positive psychology intervention because she's currently working towards obtaining her positive psychology practitioner certificate. This exercise is geared towards ranking positive emotions from what you experience the most to least. Watch episode 76 of Instigating Women + Friends if you'd like to learn more about this exercise that'll help you learn more about your...