Ownit! Powercast

Welcome to episode 52 where we explore what it looks like to connect with others in meaningful and heartfelt ways and avoid the pitfalls of passive-aggressive behaviors we talked about in the previous episode. In this episode we spell out what being vulnerable and open actually looks like, as we break down the different components of communication, as they all add up to help us connect with others...

Welcome to episode 51 where we take a deeper dive into what manipulation looks like in our communication, and how it can be so destructive to emotional trust in a relationship. In this episode we look at the two types of manipulation: dysfunctional fear-based which is more commonplace, and that which is malice based – where there is little care for others, lack of conscious and ability to feel and...

Welcome to episode 50 where we discuss healthy and unhealthy communication patterns, and label some of the details we will talk about this month's episodes. In this episode I describe several ways we can be unhealthy in our communication, the importance of emotional safety to have trust in our relationships, and the details we will get into in the next few episodes. Key Elements: Look at examples...

Welcome to episode 49 where we explore "the work" of building and maintaining your self-confidence, which is crucial if you want to get out there more with your authentic, creative self! In this episode we do a mini assessment of the aspects of empowerment you've been learning about over this past year.   We talk about your boundaries, your self-care, and get into some powerful (and challenging!)...

Welcome to episode 48 where it is all about what we need to work on letting go of – if we want to make changes in our lives. In this episode we explore our natural resistance to letting go of the very things that can get in the way of allowing wonderful change to happen in our lives. It's about taking fears and turning them into great affirmative choice statements that could help us move out the k...

Welcome to episode 47 dig down about what it means to truly own and embrace your talents, as well as what you are passionate about. Owning the self means owning these - and especially these – otherwise we hide who we truly are. In this episode we talk about how vulnerable this process is, and how for many people shame and fear growing up gets in the way of embracing and showcasing your gifts – bec...

Welcome to episode forty-six, where we explore the concept of defining and claiming your purpose, living on purpose as we take this "time out" during the pandemic to reflect.   In this episode we identify the importance of feeling a sense of purpose for our lives, how it often involves our gifts and passions, and with our values.   Key Elements Talk about how our purpose should be in alignment wit...

Welcome to episode forty-five, where we wrap up the month focused on inner knowing, intuition and your spiritual journey. In order to focus within, we need time and space to do so. So, this week we focus on making time for yourself during the pandemic, so you can actually have time to tune in. In this episode I talk about the need for us to create artificial boundaries around our time and energy s...

Welcome to episode 44 where we explore the idea of setting loving intentions to take your power back in healthy way. In this episode we describe different ways to focus on setting intentions for your day, week or even your life, in alignment with your beliefs and values. We also talk about the power of focusing on the hopeful and the positive to mitigate stress – especially during these difficult...

Welcome to episode 43 where we get into how you can begin noticing, and using, your inner guidance system. In this episode we describe some of the ways we can receive "guidance" from a source greater than ourselves, or maybe just from our own higher self.   Key Elements: Identify ways we can see or feel signs and symbols that we may want to pay attention to. Explore the concept of synchronicity an...

Welcome to episode 43 where we get into how you can begin noticing, and using, your inner guidance system. In this episode we describe some of the ways we can receive "guidance" from a source greater than ourselves, or maybe just from our own higher self.   Key Elements: Identify ways we can see or feel signs and symbols that we may want to pay attention to. Explore the concept of synchronicity an...

Welcome to episode 42 where we explore the concepts of your Inner GPS, your intuition and your inner knowing. In this episode we look at the idea of having an Inner GPS, and how there are many lenses through which we see the idea of being guided. From religious ideology to skepticism and everything in between, beliefs about intuition, divine guidance or 'gut feelings' have been argued about for ce...

Welcome to episode 41 where we talk about where we are in the current Covid-19 pandemic, and healthy ways to cope. In this episode I explore and normalize the emotional and psychological impacts of the current crisis, and ways to mitigate stress and overwhelm with guidelines for healthy coping.   Key Elements: Normalize what you may be experiencing emotionally. Process the psychological impacts of...

Welcome to episode 40 where we take a look at the iconic coaching tool the Wheel of Life, and how aligning your goals and your values works to bring your life into alignment. In this episode we explore the Wheel of Priorities, where we look at each area of your life and your level of satisfaction in it. In other words, how balanced and fulfilled do you feel? From your finances to your romance, whe...

Welcome to episode 39 where we get to the hard part – actually living out our values. Making them real by allowing them to show up in your life. In this episode I discuss the importance of identifying what you value, why you do, and how to pare them down to the most important ones that you want to govern your life. Choosing values that we want to live by helps raise our self-confidence and helps o...

Welcome to episode 38 where we talk about what values are, and begin to pare down to your most important ones…values that pretty much define who you are. In this episode I discuss the importance of identifying what you value, why you do, and how to pare them down to the most important ones that you want to govern your life. Choosing values that we want to live by helps raise our self-confidence an...

Welcome to episode 37 where we talk about the concepts of how we form our beliefs…about others, about life, and about ourselves. We explore the tremendous impacts our beliefs have on our life today. In this episode I talk about the different types of beliefs: what you believe about the world, life, other people, and yourself. We discuss where these can originate from, and truly drive our choices a...

Welcome to episode 36 where we talk about the concepts of how our beliefs and values shape who we are, and how our integrity matters so much for our self-trust. In this episode explore how what we believe and what we value most drive all of our thoughts, feelings and behaviors. I also explain how not living them out creates low self-esteem and anxiety issues. Being at peace means examining our bel...

Welcome to episode 34 where we talk about your personal space and why safeguarding it matters! In this episode we talk about the concept of your personal space. Your physical spaces where you live, work and play, as well as your self-care around your personal items. We also explore the idea that without a sense of privacy and having our emotional, physical and psychological boundaries respected, w...

Welcome to episode 34 where we explore the concept of belongingness and finding where you fit in the world.   In this episode we talk about the idea that we each have special places where we truly fit. Where we related best to other like-minded folks, can be ourselves and where we can continue to grow. Belongingness goes hand in hand with self-acceptance, and so working on that first is key. Check...

Welcome to episode 33 where we talk perhaps the most important environmental variable: the people in our lives, and especially the no-so-healthy folks who can have a tremendous impact on our well-being. These could be family, partner, child, sibling coworker or neighbor. Because, who is around you, especially toxic people, can greatly impact the quality of your life. In this episode we dive into s...

Welcome to episode 32 where we talk about the concept of your environments and how they impact you. In this episode we explore why our personal environments have a huge impact upon our well-being, and how looking at how healthy they are can be life changing. We are always absorbing what is around us and are either being encouraged and expanded or limited and drained. Just like a plant, we need our...

Welcome to episode 31 where we may way for things that really give us energy! It's time to say Yes to Good Things for you! In this episode we focus on making room for the good stuff: for fun, play enjoyment, peace, contentment and relaxation. Maybe starting a new project or changing a career. It's all about self-care in this episode, well-earned from working all month on tackling what's been drain...

Welcome to episode Thirty where we explore some great tools to tackle your energy drainers. In this episode we look again at the different categories of energy drainers using a quick tool to get started working in each area! I believe that behavior change is usually a combination of both deeper healing work alongside changing ingrained habits that no longer work for us. This makes the process very...

Welcome to episode Twenty-Nine where we do an honest yet loving assessment about what is draining our energy, and why we may struggle to deal with it already! In this episode we look again at the different categories of energy drainers , unpacking each one and doing an honest assessment of the reality for you in each area. We then explore some of the reasons you might struggle, so we can get start...