Kay Francis

It Is What It Is ... Or Is It?

Health EN ↓ 75 episodes

It's easier just to accept rather than confront or question. But things are not always what they appear to be. Once you learn your own truth and feel comfortable in your own skin, addressing issues and finding solutions can lead you to greater success. "It Is What It Is... Or Is It?" Host Kay Francis, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, will focus on topics in the areas of psychology and business, on topics common in everyday life for everyday people. Please join me, and learn more about who you are and who you can be.

Author

Kay Francis

Category

Health

Podcast website

www.buzzsprout.com

Latest episode

Nov 26, 2025

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Episodes

It Is What It Is ... Or Is It?: The Challenges and Rewards of Letting Go 12.07.2023

Have a question? Just send it in a text. This podcast is about the different types of dysfunction that live within us from extreme to mild. How we interpret the dysfunction and how it plays out in our life is thought-provoking and worthy of acknowledging and letting go.  Don't miss this podcast as no one escapes the patterns of dysfunction. Please feel free to reach out, I look forward to hea...

It Is What It Is … Or Is It?: The Dangers of Clutter 28.06.2023

Have a question? Just send it in a text. The title of this podcast says it all, and those that clutter rarely, if ever, speak about the problem. Stop beating yourself up or feeling guilt or shame because this problem is more common than you think, it's just hidden. Kay will present some interesting facts on why people are afraid to declutter along with a few suggestions on how to declutter. E...

It Is What It Is ... Or Is It?: Humor is Healing 14.06.2023

Have a question? Just send it in a text. Have you ever laughed until tears were running down your face? Or were you ever feeling sad and someone made you laugh in that moment, and suddenly you had some relief from your sadness? Today's podcast takes an important look at the healing powers of humor.  Please feel free to reach out, I look forward to hearing from you. Stay Connected! Thanks for...

It Is What It Is ... Or Is It?: Having the Inner Strength to Face a Breast Cancer Diagnosis 31.05.2023

Have a question? Just send it in a text. This week's podcast is a live interview with Beth Miller, a courageous young woman whose strength and faith were tested when she was diagnosed with breast cancer. She shares what many women never talk about and offers great important  suggestions and information. Women and men who have faced the diagnosis of breast cancer, you will want to tune in for...

It Is What It Is ... Or Is It?: The Value of Time 17.05.2023

Have a question? Just send it in a text. We live by time, without questioning it or realizing its full value. Kay will be discussing how we think about it, enjoy it, and use it. It's a podcast worth 20 minutes of your time, and you won't be disappointed.  Please feel free to reach out, I look forward to hearing from you. Stay Connected! Thanks for listening!

It Is What It Is ... Or Is It?: Dating Over 40 03.05.2023

Have a question? Just send it in a text. Don't let age get in your way. Confront your perception of yourself. Get out of your comfort zone. Learn what you may enjoy if you open up to new interests and kick up your heels! Hey, if you are in your 20's and 30's, don't let the name of this topic turn you off. Dating at any age is challenging, to say the least. You may be shocked as...

It Is What It Is ... Or Is It?: Identifying Your Management Style 19.04.2023

Have a question? Just send it in a text. Strong leaders never stop improving their leadership skills. Today's podcast, "Identifying Your Management Style," is your opportunity to objectively examine and identify your style of management and determine how to lead more effectively.       Please feel free to reach out, I look forward to hearing from you. Stay Connected! Thanks for list...

It Is What It Is ... Or Is It?: The Effective Manager 05.04.2023

Have a question? Just send it in a text. Our podcast this week is entitled The Effective Manager. Managers, up-and-coming managers, college students, or anyone on a leadership path should not miss Wednesday's podcast. "The Effective Manager"  focuses on the new requirements for all levels of management necessary to combat the drastic changes that have impacted your workforce and wor...

It Is What It Is ... Or Is It?: Best Parenting Practices 08.02.2023

Have a question? Just send it in a text. Parenting practices are very subjective, considering the personalities of the parents and the children. This podcast discusses the dynamics of parenting and will provide you with surprising and interesting insights. A must-listen for all parents! Please feel free to reach out, I look forward to hearing from you. Stay Connected! Thanks for listening!

It Is What It Is ... Or Is It?: Divorce or Not To Divorce 01.02.2023

Have a question? Just send it in a text. Divorce is life-changing. Some people have little to no choice but to divorce, while most have a choice. This topic explores the critical reasons to divorce or not divorce. At best, divorce creates major challenges and changes that impact everyone involved which requires objective thinking. Learning how to make a well-thought-out and constructive decision i...

It Is What It Is ... Or Is It?: Navigating Life with Covid 18.01.2023

Have a question? Just send it in a text. This podcast will give you insight into one of the meanings behind the title of my podcast "It Is What It Is...or Is It?" Listen closely as we discuss how to combat what we can't control and come out the winner.  Please feel free to reach out, I look forward to hearing from you. Stay Connected! Thanks for listening!

It Is What It Is ... Or Is It?: Why Partnerships Succeed or Fail 11.01.2023

Have a question? Just send it in a text. Partnerships are formed for different reasons and in different ways. Today's podcast discusses why some partnerships grow deeper in love over time and others fall out of love,  and sometimes quickly. Tune in and take this opportunity to focus on your partnership.  Please feel free to reach out, I look forward to hearing from you. Stay Connected! Thanks...

It Is What It Is ... Or Is It?: Blended Families 04.01.2023

Have a question? Just send it in a text. A large amount of today's children live in a blended family and the number of blended families keeps growing. A blended family consists of a biological parent, a stepparent, and at least one step-sibling.  Blended families, not unlike all family relationships are complex. However, the blended family has more unique challenges because it is not a tradit...

It Is What It Is ... Or Is It?: Let's Just Talk 14.12.2022

Have a question? Just send it in a text. I will practice what I preach in this podcast by inviting you into my personal world. We will focus on one of the stages of intimacy, communication. So, join me as I reach out to you and share a part of me.  Please feel free to reach out, I look forward to hearing from you. Stay Connected! Thanks for listening!

It Is What It Is ... Or Is It?: Mother-In-Laws 07.12.2022

Have a question? Just send it in a text. Even if you are not a Mother-In-Law, you don't want to miss this podcast. By understanding the complexities of relationships other than your own, you learn more about yourself, your perceptions, and your attitudes.  Please feel free to reach out, I look forward to hearing from you. Stay Connected! Thanks for listening!

It Is What It Is ... Or Is It?: Your need for Equality and Influence/Manipulation 30.11.2022

Have a question? Just send it in a text. Equality and Influence/Manipulation remain the most overlooked of GEM's six internal needs. Finding out what you may be overlooking will help you determine how your level of awareness and sensitivity affects how you operate in your larger world, the world that represents your personal and professional success.    Please feel free to reach out, I look f...

It Is What It Is ... Or Is It?: Your Need for Intimacy and Solitude 23.11.2022

Have a question? Just send it in a text. You can benefit greatly when you understand the value of what these two needs mean to your life. Unfortunately, Intimacy and Solitude are the more difficult six internal needs to explore. So, here's your opportunity to learn more about yourself.   Please feel free to reach out, I look forward to hearing from you. Stay Connected! Thanks for listening!

It Is What It Is ... Or Is It?: The Self-Love and Self-Power Dance 16.11.2022

Have a question? Just send it in a text. Today's podcast focuses on the most critical pair of GEM's six internal needs; Self-Love and Self-Power. Understanding and effectively satisfying these pairs of needs increases your levels of confidence, worthiness, self-respect-effectiveness, and the capability to grow as a person. You are in for some exciting information about  Self-Love and Sel...

It Is What It Is ... Or Is It?: The GEM in You ... Your Six Internal Needs 09.11.2022

Have a question? Just send it in a text. A podcast topic that is all about you. Informative, and thought-provoking for anyone who wants to take a close look inward to discover who you are and who you are not. Please feel free to reach out, I look forward to hearing from you. Stay Connected! Thanks for listening!

It Is What It Is ... Or Is It?: The Power of How You Think 02.11.2022

Have a question? Just send it in a text. Your thoughts are powerful! Did you know that most of your thoughts are unconscious? The Power of How You Think can either lead you to success or sabotage his podcast provides interesting information and much to ponder. Please feel free to reach out, I look forward to hearing from you. Stay Connected! Thanks for listening!

It Is What It Is ... Or Is It?: What Happiness Means To YOU 26.10.2022

Have a question? Just send it in a text. Happiness is different for everyone. This podcast will help you determine what happiness means to you and what actions you take to be happy. We all want happiness in some form, but are we fully aware of what we do to achieve it? Now is a great time to put aside distractions and listen. At the very least, you will gain more knowledge about yourself. Please f...

It Is What It Is ... Or Is It?: Boundaries 19.10.2022

Have a question? Just send it in a text. Setting boundaries may be difficult but essential for communicating effectively. Boundaries are an action that allows others to understand better and to respect your limits and wishes. So, here is your opportunity to learn how and why setting boundaries in your life is a must. You won’t regret it. Please feel free to reach out, I look forward to hearing fro...

It Is What It Is ... Or Is It?: Relationships 12.10.2022

Have a question? Just send it in a text. It’s exciting to explore relationships and to understand what makes them work. This topic is worth listening to because relationships are complex and can be challenging. So, listen closely to gain greater insight into your relationships and discover what may or may not be working for you. Please feel free to reach out, I look forward to hearing from you. St...

It Is What It Is ... Or Is It?: Why Do People Sabotage Themselves? 05.10.2022

Have a question? Just send it in a text. A thought-provoking and informative topic. Sabotaging oneself is a common issue and often done unconsciously. So, check out this podcast and learn if you may be sabotaging yourself in any area of your life. Please feel free to reach out, I look forward to hearing from you. Stay Connected! Thanks for listening!

It Is What It Is ... Or Is It?: Trailer 02.10.2022

Have a question? Just send it in a text. Kay Francis is excited to bring you insights into yourself and others. Please feel free to reach out, I look forward to hearing from you. Stay Connected! Thanks for listening!

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