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Jayne Chater with Altris shares two short posts providing advice for working mothers Episode 1646: Corporate Mums – How Present Are You? AND The “Super-Doer” Working Mum by Jayne Chater Altris has a range of specialised Leadership Development and Executive Coaching solutions. They believe that each leader, team and organisation is unique and therefore the solutions they deliver must be distinctive...

Tonya Lester talks about how to set boundaries with your parents Episode 1645: How to Set Boundaries With Your Parents by Tonya Lester Tonya Lester, LCSW, is a psychotherapist in Brooklyn, NY. She graduated from New York University with a Master's degree in Social Work. Her post-graduate training includes a fellowship at Psychoanalytic Theory at the Institute for Psychoanalytic Theory and Research...

Mary Beth George with The Gottman Institute talks about what trust and commitment look like in relationships Episode 1644: What Does Trust and Commitment Look Like in a Relationship? by Mary Beth George The Gottman Institute understands that the human family is in crisis, and that all individuals are capable of and deserve compassion. It is their mission to reach out to families in order to help c...

Dr. Margaret Rutherford talks about gifts of long, "healthy enough" marriages Episode 1643: The Seven Gifts Of A Long “Healthy Enough” Marriage by Dr. Margaret Rutherford Dr. Margaret Rutherford has been a psychologist in private practice for over twenty-five years. She’s the author of “Perfectly Hidden Depression”, and hosts a weekly podcast, SelfWork with Dr. Margaret Rutherford, where she offer...

Courtney Carver of Be More With Less talks about how to create space in our hearts. Episode 1642: How to Create Heart Space (And Why It's a Big Deal) by Courtney Carver Courtney Carver was stopped in her tracks with a scary MS diagnosis after decades of debt, discontent, and trying to do it all. She had to slow down, prioritize her health, and figure out what was really important in her life. She...

Nia Shanks shares why she no longer sets goals and why perhaps you shouldn't either. Episode 1641: Why I No Longer Set Goals and Why You (Perhaps) Shouldn't Either by Nia Shanks Nia Shanks is a writer and coach, and leader of the Lift Like a Girl revolution. She helps women discover and reach their potential through an empowering approach to health, fitness, and life. Nia also hosts The Nia Shanks...

Joshua Becker of Becoming Minimalist talks about the danger of neglecting time alone Episode 1640: The Danger of Neglecting Time Alone by Joshua Becker Joshua Becker and his family decided to live with fewer possessions after a conversation with his neighbor in 2008. As a result, they found a better way to live, centered on more important pursuits. Their story has been seen on the CBS Evening News...

To submit a question that you'd like help with on the show, email it to Greg at advice@oldpodcast.com Greg Audino answers a listener's question about how to rebuild themselves while in an abusive relationship Episode 1639: Q&A: How Do I Rebuild Myself While in An Abusive Relationship? Visit Me Online at OLDPodcast.com Interested in advertising on the show? Visit https://www.advertisecast.com/Optim...

Kate Brierly with Healthline talks about her experience as a bully and how she handles it with her own children Episode 1638: What a Real-Life Bully Tells Her Kids by Kate Brierly How you feel affects every precious day of your life. Healthline understands that, which is why they're committed to being your most trusted ally in your pursuit of health and well-being. You can depend on Healthline to...

Jen of This Time of Mine talks about how to teach kids to clean up epic messes Episode 1637: How to Teach Kids to Clean Up Epic Messes by Jen of This Time of Mine Jen is a busy mom to four energetic kids and between taking care of them, running the household and trying to keep up with everything else she does and enjoys, she’s often found herself fantasizing about the moment she can finally sit do...

Jen Hayes shares 7 things not to say to someone who has anxiety Episode 1636: 7 Things NOT to Say to Someone Who Has Anxiety by Jen Hayes A few years ago, Jen and her husband were buried in $117,000 of student loan debt. Now, they've paid off over $100k of debt, and they're on track to have the rest paid off by the end of this year. Join their email list to get exclusive tips on how to save money,...

Eddie Corbano of Love's a Game shares a personal story on his way back into life. This is part 2 of 2. Episode 1635: [Part 2] My Way Back Into Life - A Personal Story by Eddie Corbano Eddie Corbano's mission and life's purpose is to help you use your breakup or divorce to turn your life around and become the best version of yourself that you can ever be, and attract your ideal partner (your “Authe...

Eddie Corbano of Love's a Game shares a personal story on his way back into life. This is part 1 of 2. Episode 1634: [Part 1] My Way Back Into Life - A Personal Story by Eddie Corbano Eddie Corbano's mission and life's purpose is to help you use your breakup or divorce to turn your life around and become the best version of yourself that you can ever be, and attract your ideal partner (your “Authe...

Derick Van Ness of Big Life Financial tells us how we can make good financial decisions. Episode 1633: How to Make Good Financial Decisions by Derick Van Ness Derick Van Ness is a Wealth Strategist who is passionate about helping people reach their full potential. His company, Big Life Financial is focused on removing the mystery and misinformation surrounding money and financial strategy so peopl...

Arthur of The Art of Living talks about the value of saying "yes, and" Episode 1632: Yes And: These Two Words Will 10x Your Relationships by Arthur Worsley Arthur believes that everyone deserves a chance at a long, happy, prosperous life. Of course, that's easier said than done. Some levers to get there are hard to pull. Others may always be impossible. But one thing we can do; one lever we can pu...

Emma Scheib of Simple Slow Lovely teaches you how to say no Episode 1631: It's Okay to Say No (And How to Do it) by Emma Scheib Emma is a self-confessed introvert who craves the simple and slow things in life. She loves to run, read, and write. She is blessed to be wife to a wonderful husband, mum to two amazing and vivacious daughters, 1 dog, a cat, and 5 chickens. They live in Motueka, New Zeala...

Rachel Jones of Nourishing Minimalism tells you how to put food on the table even when you're strapped for time Episode 1630: How To Put Real Food On The Table Even When You’re Strapped For Time by Rachel Jones Rachel started her journey to minimalism in 2008, struggling with depression and horribly embarrassed by the messy state of her home. Her goal for pursuing minimalism was to find contentmen...

Jenny Lee of Hello Brio insists that video games aren't to blame Episode 1629: Video Games Aren't To Blame by Jenny Lee Hello Brio isn't just another minimalism blog or an iPad blog. It was created in 2013 by Jenny Lee to be a place for her to rediscover her soul and find her true self after a personal, life-altering event. The site took many turns along the way, and now it's a place for you to fi...

Tonya Lester tells you when it's time to leave a relationship Episode 1628: When Is It Time to Leave a Relationship? by Tonya Lester Tonya Lester, LCSW, is a psychotherapist in Brooklyn, NY. She graduated from New York University with a Master's degree in Social Work. Her post-graduate training includes a fellowship at Psychoanalytic Theory at the Institute for Psychoanalytic Theory and Research (...

Evan Marc Katz talks about choosing and treating men in relationships Episode 1627: You Have Two Choices: Choose Better Men or Treat Men Better by Evan Marc Katz Dating coach Evan Marc Katz has been billed as a “personal trainer for smart, strong, successful women,” helping singles find love since 2003. Thousands of his clients have fallen in love, gotten married, started families, and found happi...

Vironika Tugaleva reflects on her most romantic moments with herself, and how to show self-love. Episode 1626: My Most Romantic Moments With Myself by Vironika Tugaleva Vironika Tugaleva was born in Donetsk, Ukraine in 1988. Her early years as a misfit began her painful struggle with mental health. As she struggled with self-acceptance, anxiety, and identity, Vironika found solace in words and mus...

Rachel Shanken of MindBodyWise shares her thoughts on healing the post-holiday blues. Episode 1625: Healing the Post-Holiday Hangover Blues by Rachel Shanken Rachel Shanken is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Yoga Instructor, and now a Phoenix Rising Yoga Therapy Practitioner. Her philosophy is simple: what you seek is already within you. In the busy lives we lead, it's sometimes difficult to s...

Keith Wilson tells us why it's so hard to talk about feelings. This is part 2 of 2. Episode 1624: [Part 2] Why is it Hard to Talk About Feelings? by Keith Wilson Keith Wilson is a licensed mental health counselor and certified alcohol and substance abuse counselor in New York State, with more than 30 years experience. Keith has done a lot of writing about ways to improve your relationships and bec...

Keith Wilson tells us why it's so hard to talk about feelings. This is part 1 of 2. Episode 1623: [Part 1] Why is it Hard to Talk About Feelings? by Keith Wilson Keith Wilson is a licensed mental health counselor and certified alcohol and substance abuse counselor in New York State, with more than 30 years experience. Keith has done a lot of writing about ways to improve your relationships and bec...

Adina Soclof of Parenting Simply talks about the four childhood personality types Episode 1622: Understanding The Four Childhood Personality Types by Adina Soclof A certified Speech Pathologist, Adina received her Master’s degree from Hunter College in New York in Communication Sciences. Adina worked in preschools for the developmentally disabled in the New York area before staying home full time...