Personal Strides

If you've ever felt like you are running so fast that you can't catch your breath, I invite you to jump into this episode to discover the magic of an intentional pause. Also- I'm sharing a mic-drop moment with you ... so be sure to listen in! Want to learn more about Stacy as a Speaker & Coach? Through the Woods Consulting online: Welcome Follow Stacy on Linked In Stacy's Book: Helping you wit...

Today I have a message to share with a very specific type of High Achieving Woman. Odds are, if you are here it might be you or someone you know. Be sure to listen in for advice on how to build a sustainable journey in life that fulfills you. I'm going to roll out the EXACT blueprint you need! If you want to learn more about it, click through these links or message me on LinkedIn: Equipoise Method...

Do you subscribe to the hustle culture, or reject it? I’ve been a lifelong subscriber … and most of my life never even realized it. I kept paying dues without noticing and usually got some good results back. Tune in to learn what I discovered about Hustle Culture and how it can positively or negatively impact our life.

If you are a woman aged 45-60 ... or will be one day, you need to hear this episode! Debbie Harris is our guest to share key insights so that you can: Stop stressing over your weight and start living at your ideal health weight! Discover the truth about your hormones, and a simple 3-step action plan to embrace your ideal healthy weight without dieting. Debbie Harris is an Integrative Nutrition Hea...

Welcome back to a new year, new vibes, and fresh content. The best part of a new year is this undercurrent vibe that says ‘you can have a fresh start’. I promised you my word of the year … and I’m going to share it. But a bit about the concept first… Today you will hear WHY you should have one, HOW to pick it, and WHAT to do with it once you have it. I will also share MY word of the year, and how...

Welcome to the FINAL episode of 2025 ... where Stacy breaks the vault wide open, sharing the reality behind her year, the struggles she faced, and what she did about it. If you have ever had a season or a year that left you wondering "Is it all worth it?" or "Should I just burn it down and start over?" ... THIS episode is for YOU! Listen in to hear tips on how to navigate a difficult season of lif...

Today I have prepared a Native-American inspired Gratitude Prayer for our Living World in honor of Thanksgiving and with a nod to my Native American ancestors. My wish is that it brings a moment of grounded peace into your life during what may sometimes be a whirlwind of a week. Thank you for showing up, and thank you for sharing this blessing.

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Today I am sitting down with Deborah Edgar to hear her story. This interview touches on so many levels of humanity, challenge, and reclaiming your life. When I tell you that it is a deep story, I am not exaggerating! We will hear a variety of topics to include gaining confidence to own your life story, surviving abuse and loss, navigating grief, the creation cycle, defining your own narrative, dis...

This is a break in our regular interview schedule for a fireside chat today! I am cracking open the door to talk about WOMEN'S LEADERSHIP ... specifically answering these questions: 1- Is it necessary? 2- Are we doing more harm than good? 3- Why does it even matter? 4- What does it even do for women? Dive in and see if you agree! PS- If this episode made you think, share it with a friend who might...

Have you ever wondered what happens to professional athletes after their sports career comes to an end? My guest today, Michael Brown is going to pull back the curtain on that and SO many other insights for us as he shares his Personal Strides from professional athlete to philanthropy, and now as the Associate Athletics Director for Advancement at William and Mary College. Jump into this conversat...

Today you will hear the story of a life-altering battle with Lymes disease that led our guest to search for wisdom when the sea of experts wasn’t enough. Dr. Laura Gabayan is a world-renowned physician and expert in research. Through her Wisdom Research Project, she interviewed 60 wise adults across North America and defined the 8 fundamental elements of wisdom. She describes her findings in her n...

When is the last time you paused to really consider how you are showing up in your life? You know, as in how people are FEELING your presence? Listen to discover the connection between your head, heart, and gut ... and what that means for how you connect with others! Discover 3 questions for a Personal Presence Audit. And grab some easy to apply tactics for aligning your Presence with the impact y...

Billions in real-estate sales, TV star, Author: these are just a few of the words that describe this week's guest, Bianca D'Alessio ! In this episode, you will learn why playing the long game in life is essential. You will follow Bianca's story of personal strides that includes: Navigating family tragedy at a young age Developing an independent and group leader soul The reality of compounded life...

I have been promising a transformation of the show for weeks now, and today I’m excited to officially kick off Personal Strides with you! We have incredible interviews lined up for you with doctors, authors, tv stars, athletes, executives and so many more. Seriously the stories that you are going to gain access to on this show are mind blowing.  In addition to the though provoking interviews, I wi...

Holy Smokes ... this is our LAST Chick Chat episode! Don't miss this final chapter of Chick Chat, where we discuss how to retain and improve FOCUS during seasons of change and chaos! PLUS- listen in to find out what happens next for the show!!! You will find out when, where, and how the show is pivoting ... and what comes after Chick Chat. Thanks for being a loyal listener--> I can't wait to ta...

You may not spend much time thinking about what your lifespan will be ... or how you will be living when you are 80 years old. But the truth is, what we do TODAY impacts how we live in our golden years. So how do we maximize our personal timeline? We all know the traditional advice: eat right, move, have strong relationships, be proactive with your health, have an environment with fewer toxins, et...

If you’ve ever been in a season of life that felt stagnant, or suffocating, or uncomfortable, or that you have maybe outgrown your current state … it’s time for a transformation my friend! Just like your wardrobe will slowly become outdated, or your shoes will become too worn down, or your makeup will no longer be trendy … you will outgrow your current way of living life at some point. Join us to...

Some mistakes are more visible than others. If you have ever felt like you made a BIG mistake, listen in as Stacy reveals her latest big mistake ... and her take on it!

There is no better time to stop and check in on yourself, your goals, and your progress than now! Today we are going to go through a holistic check-in to really assess how your life is going by looking at 7 Life-Fulfillment check points: Energy scan Professional goals Personal relationships Health and wellness Self-love Financial wellbeing Joy as a state of being Only YOU can change your life, and...

Loss of direction. Reduced motivation. Feelings of frustration. Lack of clarity. Longing for fulfillment. These are just a few of the signs of BURNOUT in your work. It is real, it makes a big impact ... and you CAN do something about it! Join me in this conversation today as we explore: What IS burnout? Do I struggle with burnout? What the heck is the "Muddy Middle"? What are the implications of i...

Have you ever truly defined success on your OWN terms? Join me today as we jump into this concept of taking the reins and intentionally defining success for yourself with the guiderails of connection. We will explore the 4 areas of connection that are critical to living a fulfilling life. I hope you will join me! ~ Want to learn more about Stacy as a Speaker & Coach? Through the Woods Consulti...

We’ve all been there… things aren’t necessarily bad in your life, but you have a nagging feeling that leaves you unsettled. That sense of “could it be better, bigger, different?” Most of us have been trained our entire lives to ignore that intuition and internal calling; we learn to silence it.  We muffle it by keeping ourselves busy and piling on the to-do list.  We numb ourselves with coping mec...

You’ve done it … you made it thru the month of May which, in my opinion is almost harder than December. It also means you are entering the halfway mark of the year- hard to believe. It feels like a good time to analyze goals, your progress, and your pivots needed to execute on those big goals.   But honestly, if we jump right into the metrics and ignore the underlying foundation it can point us in...

Have you ever gone after a BHAG? You know, the "Big Hairy Audacious Goals"?  I’ve done it fairly regularly in my life, and my latest attempt just wrapped up. Today I’m peeling back the curtain to share with you the process, mindset, ups and downs, and reality behind the experience of pursuing your biggest goals. We will discuss the 4-phases of goal achievement, and what to expect in each phase. If...