Make Discomfort Your B*tch

My guest Chinae used to manage discomfort in a reactive, sometimes passive aggressive way but now practices self-compassion, self-awareness and personal responsibility to navigate discomfort in her partnered relationship and in parenting her twin boys. Instagram   Links from the Show:  Nonviolent Communication by Marshall B. Rosenberg The Model by Brook Castillo   More Resources to Make Discomfort...

My guest States had a pattern of bottling up uncomfortable feelings until he started practicing healthier ways of maneuvering discomfort. We discuss the importance of helpful coping strategies and communication especially when you're in partnered relationships so things don't go sideways so often.  

My guest Christina practices discipline in order to lean into helpful routines to rebuild her life when she experiences discomfort she hasn't chosen. We discuss being an active versus passive participant in life and how important it is to learn what YOUR secret sauce is to feeling better more often. I can't wait for you to meet Christina!   Christina Flach is a makeup artist and the CEO and founde...

My guest Blake shifted her story around discomfort and when she did, was able to lean into discomfort that serves her well-being, rather than detracts from it. In doing so, she's created an entirely new reality for herself!  You can follow Blake on IG @blakessnider_ Trigger Warning: We discuss eating disorders with some specific language around that topic so please check in with yourself before mo...

My guest Anne shares how we can either break down or break open when it comes to discomfort. Anne practices surrendering to bliss and joy and in our conversation we dig into how a curious stance helps us tap into the wonderment and fearlessness that children so easily access. More Resources to Make Discomfort Your Bitch:  * If you'd like to level up your ability to manage discomfort through my LIV...

My guest Kyle is a branding and marketing strategist who finds having a goal or outcome in mind when navigating discomfort can shape the experience in better ways. He is also aware that anxiety and doing uncomfortable things go hand in hand and is little by little, leaning into the discomfort anyways, though he recognizes that we have different capacities at different times to do that. Kyle Christ...

My guest Aimee Heffernan believes that it's in our suffering that we find our medicine. We discuss navigating leaving a high demand religion, changing our stance in order to change the dance and so much more. I think you're going to love getting to know Aimee and how she makes discomfort her b*tch! More About Aimee: Relationship + Family Systems MS, Sex Witch, Speaker, Podcaster, Psychedelic Midwi...

My conversation with my guest Michele centers around her dating experiences and how she's disrupting patterns that have fostered a fear of rejection and feelings of disappointment, which most of us have experienced in all kinds of contexts. I can't wait for you to hear her story! IG @micheleelizaga  Website   More Resources to Make Discomfort Your B*tch: * If you'd like to level up your ability to...

My guest today is Desi McKinnon, a serial entrepreneur who has landed in her zone of genius by following the breadcrumbs of her intuition and gaining clarity through action. By doing so, she has definitely made discomfort her bitch. Here is the phrase she referenced in the episode: "A jack of all trades is a master of none, but oftentimes better than a master of one." You can find Desi and Cordial...

My guest Ricardo shares how he moves through the world as an introvert and how he's learned over time to set healthy boundaries, enjoy his own company and navigate social situations in the best possible way.  Ricardo is a Brooklyn NY native but has resided in the PNW for almost 20 years now. Ricardo is a life-long learner who enjoys photography, a good hike, strong coffee, finding new vinyls, & fr...

My guest Nora shares how choosing to embrace uncomfortable things is training her to navigate the tricky life stuff that we can't choose or predict. Nora also used a really simple strategy to make some big changes in her life that have led to more confidence and even a love for the great outdoors. More resources for making discomfort your bitch:  * If you'd like to level up your ability to manage...

Emma is a soon-to-be college graduate who's utilized remote school and work to pursue dreams of full-time travel. She has utilized this time to test the waters of solo travel and push her mental strength to new heights. You can find her on IG @eiffelemma and @ourendlessodyssey MORE RESOURCES TO MAKE DISCOMFORT YOUR BITCH... * If you'd like to level up your ability to manage discomfort through my L...

My guest Ranice shares some of her experience as an educator navigating difficult conversations and topics with other educators. She has some incredible tools and strategies that can help all of us manage the discomfort of conflict and hard conversations and make them our bitch instead! Ranice Innocent (she/her) is a National Board Certified Teacher, K-5 Reading Interventionist, Race and Equity Ed...

Just me, my microphone and some thoughts about networking and meeting strangers to talk about business and life.  * If you'd like to level up your ability to manage discomfort through my LIVE, 10-week SHIFT Your Life Social Emotional Intelligence Intensive please fill out  this form. * Want to book me for a  workshop or speaking event ? Email me at cher@cheranderton.com * Read or listen to my book...

My guest Dar'Nesha was all about the hustle as she built a business from the ground up. Now her hustle has shifted to also include dating herself, slowing down and making tiny shifts in what she thinks, says and does to hold herself accountable to the life and business she is creating. Dar'Nesha Weary is a Seattle native with over twenty years of experience in the nonprofit sector, where her missi...

My guest Mel has reframed discomfort as a teacher and shares that by sitting with it, we can learn some of the most important lessons life and relationships with ourselves and others have to offer us. TW: We briefly discuss trauma and identify some specific types of trauma in this episode. Please check in with yourself before proceeding. Mel Gentry Bosna (she/her) has a BS in Sociology, a Master o...

My guest is Rachel Meyers, a life coach who helps other women navigate breast cancer with more grace, compassion and emotional agility. Rachel shares how accepting and taking ownership of our experiences can lead to increased resilience and joy. You can connect with Rachel through the following links: Website Instagram Facebook YouTube Tiktok Workbook * If you'd like to level up your ability to ma...

My guest Cory Strozier made a string of choices that became a lifestyle that ended with him in prison. He made a different string of choices that shifted his path towards creating a general contracting business and a lifestyle that supports the community, family and friends. Cory shows us what is possible when you practice personal responsibility and you're willing to put in the work! Links: EMYTH...

My guest Brandon had a really cool turning point at age 16 that led him down a path of actually seeking out uncomfortable things to experience. We can all learn from this 21 year old and the tools and strategies he's using to keep stretching his comfort zone. Below is the graphic we reference in the episode! Brandon is majoring in Forest Fire Sciences and loves to pursue discomfort through adventu...

Do you struggle with making a request? Do the feelings and stories you have keep you from asking for help? If so, this episode is for you!  * If you'd like to level up your ability to manage discomfort through my LIVE, 10-week Social Emotional Intelligence Intensive please fill out  this form. * Read my book  Could It Be Better? An unorthodox approach to experiencing more joy and connection in rel...

My guest Abbie shares a story about trying something new and how that went. She came out with a funny story AND resolve to go back. How and why? You'll have to listen!  If you'd like more resources to guide you in your practice of Making Discomfort Your B*tch please check these out: * If you'd like to level up your ability to manage discomfort through my LIVE, 10-week SHIFT Your Life Social Emotio...

* If you'd like to level up your ability to manage discomfort through my LIVE, 10-week SHIFT Your Life Social Emotional Intelligence Intensive please fill out  this form. * Want to book me for a  workshop or speaking event ? Email me at cher@cheranderton.com * Read or listen to my book Could It Be Better? An unorthodox approach to experiencing more joy and connection in relationships * Need a pare...