Sweat & Reflect

Hey friend! First of all let me say thank you SO much for your kindness, for your love, for your support & for all of your messages in response to last week's episode.   I know this is a lot of information & is often hard to understand, but I hope that by sharing my story you feel comfortable in sharing your own story - the good, the bad, the ugly - with those who care about you most....

Hey friend. Today's episode is my most vulnerable to date.   Today I share with you something only my closest friends & family know: I'm not just a widow. I'm the widow of an alcoholic. Throughout today's episode, I share with you what felt right to me in the moment.  There are multiple (longer) pauses. There are moments of tears. There are moments of justification, but mos...

Hey friend! I am SO excited because my girl, Dr. Meghan Hurley-Powell is BACK to talk about her new BOOK, The Power Within Her: Guide to Journaling! Back in October (Episode 31), Meghan was on talking about the writing process, the development of her book & putting herself out there by calling her shot. Now, the book is being RELEASED & friend, it is going to be a GAME CHANGER regardless o...

Hey friend! On today's QuickTalk we're chatting about something that I've had to practice in real-time this past week: is it a bad moment or a bad day? I was bit by my dog Peanut on Thursday, & while I could have let this experience ruin the whole day, I CHOSE not to.  Instead, I felt all the feels WHILE finding time to smile & be thankful that Peanut & I are okay.  Yes,...

Hey hey! In today's episode, we're chatting with Emma Nell Glass - founder  & CEO of LuxeLeadership & an expert on Human Design! Emma is an incredible human who helps women tap into their highest selves through Human Design in order to obtain the lives that they not only want but deserve. Not sure what Human Design is?  Emma explains what Human Design is while also breaking down...

Hey friend! Welcome back to today's episode which just happens to be part 2 of last week's episode - Dating After Loss. Today, we're chatting with Ryan & getting his perspective on dating someone (aka me) after loss. Dating is tricky in general, but add in a loss like mine & it turns out there is a whole host of other emotions, conversations & things to navigate. In my c...

Hey friend! Happy February! I can't even believe it's already February, but woo! let's freaking go! Today I want to chat with you about dating after loss -- or maybe for you it's just taking a step forward after loss.  No matter where you are in your life, I know it's often hard to take that first step - especially if you have everyone else's thoughts & feelings i...

Hey friend! Super exciting news! Today's episode is all about my NEW program that is launching in February!  It's called A Guide to Healing, & it's for anyone who has experienced loss: -loss of spouse -loss of parent -loss of child -grief from fertility issues -grief from divorce or separation -loss of self: in career or motherhood -loss of normalcy &/or self throughout the...

Hey friend! I've been doing a lot of reflecting lately on how far I've come & how much farther I want to go in achieving my dreams & goals. One of the things I've been taking stock of is who I've been surrounding myself with: people who empower me, support me & encourage me to dream bigger! After all, if you surround yourself with people who are going to help you le...

Hey friend! On today's QuickTalk I have four tangible steps to help you stay focused on your goals for 2022 while minimizing the overwhelm that may creep up in the process. If you're anything like me, you came into 2022 ready to rock but then life got in the way & all of a sudden it's mid-January & you've had a moment of "oh my god! I haven't accomplished anyt...

Hey friend! I am so excited that you're here for today's episode because you get to meet Ryan! If you listened to episode 49, you know that I recently started dating & as a result, I've been doing extra reflecting on where I am & where I've been. Lucky for me, Ryan is also extra reflective & so we decided to combine forces & chat with you about dating in your 20...

Hey friend! Today's episode is real raw as I share the latest twists & turns of my grief journey. This is very much a stream of consciousness episode where I share what it's been like welcoming someone new into my life as I continue to navigate the loss of Tim, cleaning out my storage unit & mentally preparing for this new year. I also spend a good chunk of the episode reminding...

Hey friend! Oh. My. Goodness! I just have to say it -- this interview is INCREDIBLE! I asked Dania Micala to come on to talk about how she's taking the tech world by storm & providing a voice for the underrepresented groups in tech -- women, Latinas, etc. -- but WOW! This interview became so much more as we explored energetics, pivoting, calling your shot & reflecting back on how far...

Hey friend! We've been chatting a lot about the start of the new year & everything that comes with: high vibes, major goals, filling up our calendars, etc. But here's the thing, we can't forget to appreciate the SMALL moments & to BE present. Yes, the trips we have planned, the events we know we'll be attending & everything in between are important & are fun to...

Hey friend! Happy 2022! Eek! We are kicking off the New Year with some hard truths & exciting announcements. Today we're chatting about the reminder that the Universe/Source/God/Higher Power recently sent me: Stop Waiting for the Perfect Time! Back in November, I made a decision about my future that I was going to put into motion in March, once I moved out of my parents' house. I put...

Hey friend! Happy New Year! I just wanted to pop in real quick to wish you & your loved ones a very Happy New Year! I know the past few years have been crazy, but I KNOW 2022 is going to be magical for all of us! You deserve light & love my friend.  I hope you know that. Enjoy today's QuickTalk.  Enjoy time with your loved ones.  I'll see you in 2022! xoxo

Hey hey! I can't even believe it's the last week of 2021, so in the spirit of things, I thought we'd take a few minutes to chat about our mindset for 2022. Yupp, no doubt the past 2 years have been insane.  We've been run ragged & have experienced a whole host of ups & downs but guess what? Every day is a new gift & every year is a fresh start! I don't know abo...

Hey friend! I know you are super busy right now, running around with your last-minute shopping & family celebrations, but I had to take a few minutes to remind you of the following: be present. Even though this is a crazy season & things may not be going as planned, take a second to slow down, really feel your breath & maybe even close your eyes.  Allow a moment of calm to surround you...

Hey friend! I am so excited that you're here because today we're chatting about the power of vision boards! I know, I know -- vision boards may not be your thing -- but let me tell you, vision boards are a game changer! 2021 was the first year I ever committed to making a vision board & I cannot believe the impact it had on my year. Throughout the episode, I take you through 3 tactic...

Hey friend! On today's QuickTalk, we're taking time to CELEBRATE!  Yes, as we count down to the end of 2021, I want you to take the time to CELEBRATE how far you've come this year! Every moment may not have been perfect. Hell, you may even feel like you haven't accomplished much, but I PROMISE you have accomplished way more than you even realize!  I am SO proud of you & all...

Hey friend! On today's episode, I have the pleasure of speaking with Toni Marinucci, a Registered Dietician & the author of Once Upon a Diet. Toni is witty, honest & just a joy to speak with, & her book is BOMB! I couldn't put it down. One of the things that I know you will connect to is the comparison Toni draws between our relationships with our bodies & our relationshi...

Hey friend! I'm in a really reflective mood so today we're chatting about our words for 2022. If you've never done this before, all you do is pick a word or phrase that you want your new year to embody & well, that's it.  From there you use that word as motivation & a guide for the decisions you make in the new year.  2021 was the first time I selected a word & WOW!...

Hey friend! I am SO excited that you're here because we're chatting with Corinne Angelica - a board-certified holistic nutritionist, Podcast Host, & all-around wonderful human. Corinne is EXTREMELY knowledgeable about all things hormones, periods & promotes living a life where you CELEBRATE your body. Since Corinne & I have connected, I have learned how to CELEBRATE my body,...

Hey friend! Today we're looking ahead to 2022 & one thing that I'm SUPER excited for which is 29029.  What is 29029 you ask?  Oh, just a crazy experience where I will assent a mountain in Utah 13 times which will be the equivalent of climbing Mt. Everest. Say what?! Never in my wildest dreams did I ever think that I would do something like this, but here we are! 2022 is going to be S...

Hey friend! We are kicking off the month of December with an interview with two people who have had a massive impact on me, my healing & my growth this year. If you follow me on social media, you know I love shouting out my girl, Kacia & her podcast - the EmpowerHER Podcast - & her awesome fiancee Seena. They are couple goals, business goals & true goals for calling your shot &...