Something New Is Possible

Can you love your work and love your children without constantly feeling like one has to come at the expense of the other? In this week’s podcast, I’m speaking with Rebecca Olson, executive life coach, speaker, and host of the Ambitious and Balanced Working Moms podcast, about the identity shift many women experience when they become mothers. We talk about the guilt that can come with loving your...

Why do some changes feel so difficult, even when we know exactly what we need to do? Many of us have read the books, listened to the podcasts, and made the plans. We understand what needs to happen, yet we find ourselves repeating the same patterns, avoiding the same conversations, or getting stuck in the same place. In this solo episode, I talk about why information alone is often not enough to c...

What happens when the business you built, lived, and led for decades is suddenly no longer yours? In this episode of Something New Is Possible, I’m speaking with Dr. Michele Rice-Kirkwood, a strategic business advisor, certified exit planning advisor, and former multi-unit McDonald’s franchise owner. After 38 years in the McDonald’s system, including 24 years as a franchise owner in a family busin...

In this episode of Something New Is Possible, I speak with Adam Girsault, entrepreneur, CEO of Your Dream School, proud gay dad, and someone who has built a life that reflects who he truly is. Adam shares his journey from Paris to Tel Aviv, from corporate life to entrepreneurship, and from fear of rejection to intentionally stepping outside his comfort zone. We talk about his personal “rejection c...

Have you ever noticed how peaceful life feels when everything goes according to plan… and how quickly that peace disappears when it doesn’t? In this solo episode of Something New Is Possible, recorded from the Philippines, I reflect on a powerful lesson about trust, expectations, and returning to your center. During a recent journey that began with a yoga retreat in India and continued in unexpect...

In this solo episode of Something New Is Possible, I reflect on self-compassion, emotional processing, and the importance of creating intentional space for yourself. I’m about to leave for my first truly unplugged vacation in more than a decade, and it made me think about something I talk about often with clients but continue to learn about myself: the importance of stepping away from constant pro...

What does it look like to keep working for peace in the Middle East when trust is scarce and the stakes are impossibly high? In this episode of Something New Is Possible, I’m speaking with Angela Scharf, a longtime activist and coordinator of the foreign relations team at Women Wage Peace. Angela shares how the movement began, why it intentionally includes women across political and religious line...

What if the hardest part of becoming a parent wasn't the physical process, but learning to let go of control? In this deeply honest conversation with Jordana Mark Ostrov, we explore her journey through IVF, genetic testing, and the emotional rollercoaster of bringing her son into the world. Jordana's story isn't the typical infertility narrative. It began with a simple genetic test tha...

What if the journey to becoming your most authentic self has already begun, but you've been hiding from it? In this deeply personal conversation with author and coach Patty Elvey, we explore how decades of curiosity, questioning, and risk-taking led to one powerful practice: becoming who you truly are. Patty shares her evolution from behind-the-scenes support for Silicon Valley visionaries and...

What if the secret to achieving your goals isn't setting them… but closing the chapter on what came before? In this solo episode of Something New Is Possible, I'm sharing a powerful approach to New Year's intentions that goes beyond typical goal-setting. Instead of jumping straight into resolutions, I walk you through a three-part process that actually creates lasting transformation. I...

Some conversations are about impact. About responsibility. About what happens when someone sees a problem and decides not to look away. In this episode of Something New Is Possible, I sit down with Joseph Gitler, founder and chairman of Leket Israel, the country’s largest food rescue organization. What began in 2003 as a small volunteer effort to address hunger and food waste has grown into a nati...

Can you transform your body by shifting your posture, or does your posture shift when you heal your mind? In this transformative conversation, posture expert and movement specialist Yossi Montrose shares his journey from childhood trauma and severe bullying to building unshakable confidence all through the power of posture, movement, and neuroscience. With over 23 years of experience, Yossi reveal...

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What if the key to success wasn't just about hard work, but about rediscovering your true purpose? In this enlightening conversation with Freddy Freundlich, CEO of TechSquare and executive mentor, we explore how reconnecting with your authentic self can transform not only your career but your entire approach to life and leadership. Freddy shares: 🔥 His journey from sales trainer to tech start...

What if the key to business success was embracing your struggles and seeing them as opportunities? In this insightful conversation with Sigi Loya, owner of The Alternative Board (TAB) in Pittsburgh, we dive deep into the realities of entrepreneurship and the power of peer advisory in navigating business challenges. Sigi shares: 🔥 Why the "fire in your belly" is crucial for entrepreneuri...

What if transforming your space could transform your life? In this inspiring conversation with intuitive painter and creative transformation guide Abby Bolton, owner of Abby Bolton Arts, we explore how reshaping our environments can profoundly impact our mindset, energy, and personal growth. Abby shares her journey from corporate change leadership consultant to soul-aligned artistry, and reveals:...

What if healing wasn't about fighting your body, but learning to love it? In this inspiring conversation with Leslie Boyer, a longtime facilitator for Insight seminars and founder of Shift Consulting, we explore the profound journey of healing through self-love, intuition, and unconventional choices. Leslie shares her powerful story of facing an aggressive cancer diagnosis and choosing a path...

What if healing from trauma doesn't require reliving your darkest moments? In this powerful conversation with somatic trauma-informed coach Naomi Lerman, we explore a revolutionary approach to healing that focuses on joy, safety, and reclaiming your inner power. Naomi shares her personal journey as a survivor of sexual assault and how conventional therapy approaches fell short, leading her to...

What if meditation wasn’t about sitting still for hours or following rigid rules… but about finding a practice that actually works for you? In this solo episode of Something New Is Possible, I share my own story of starting, stopping, and finally building a 30-year meditation practice. You’ll hear: ✅ The surprising way I first discovered meditation as a teen ✅ Why most people quit (and how to av...

What happens when the thing you thought would bring comfort ends up triggering old wounds instead? In this solo episode, I’m sharing honestly about my 3-week trip to Germany — returning to my childhood home for the first time since my mother passed away, navigating grief, chaos, “not belonging,” and what helped me make it through. We’ll talk about:✨ What to do when hindsight hits (“I thought this...

What if running a business meant learning to dance with life’s biggest dramas? In this candid conversation, business strategist and branding coach Lesley Kaplan opens up about over three decades of entrepreneurship—and the personal challenges that shaped her path. Lesley shares:⚡️ The real cost of work–life balance⚡️ Why “dramas” are your secret curriculum⚡️ Staying aligned through every reinve...

What if the doctors were wrong? What if you could do something? In this powerful episode, I’m sitting down with Clementine, a mother who refused to accept that her son’s muscular dystrophy diagnosis was the end of the story. Faced with a medical system that offered no cure and little hope, Clementine began a relentless search for answers — and uncovered a holistic healing path that is transforming...

What do you reach for when life feels overwhelming? When the ground beneath you isn’t steady? In this deeply grounding and expansive conversation, I’m joined by Dr. Lauren Nappen, a spiritual alchemist, intuitive teacher, chiropractor, and award-winning author, to explore the art of healing, alignment, and remembering who we truly are. Lauren shares how her own journey began with her mother’s illn...

What does resilience look like when you're living in a war zone? In this short solo episode, I share what life has really been like here in Israel: the sirens, the bomb shelters, the school closures, and the strange new normal of trying to keep things steady for my family and community while everything around us feels unstable. This isn’t a political conversation. It’s a human one. I talk abou...

What if success isn’t something you strive for, but something you remember? In this inspiring conversation with visionary coach Wendy Collier, we explore how reconnecting with your Soul Fuel, the deeper calling that lights you up, can transform not only your life but the way you lead, work, and make decisions every day. Wendy shares her personal journey from Silicon Valley to soul-aligned entrepre...