Sweat & Reflect

Hey friend! Happy Thanksgiving! I hope you had a wonderful day celebrating turkey day with family, friends & lots of yummy food! Today, it's a quick talk which means a short episode where we're focusing on finding the good & a reason to be grateful, even when it feels really hard to do so. I hope you take a few minutes today to find things to be grateful for - big or small - &amp...

Hey friend! We have 7 weeks left in 2021! Can you even believe it?! When in the heck did that happen?   Today we're chatting about all of the ways we can maximize & enjoy the last few weeks of the year. You don't have to set lofty goals, but I really want you to think about how you want to feel going into 2022, & then start to implement behaviors NOW that will serve you the minut...

Hey, there friend! Today's episode is probably one the most vulnerable episodes I've done in some ways - & that's saying a lot given the other topics I've discussed here.  I will say, if you're not a TSwift fan, don't skip it just based on the title because I really want to know what you think about soulmates. Do you believe in this idea of soulmates? Do you belie...

Hey friend! Today it's just you & me! It feels like it's been forever since we just sat down & chatted, so today, I wanted to take a few minutes & just share something that's been on my heart.   If you've been here for a while - on this podcast or with me on Instagram - you know I've really come to adopt the belief that 'everything is always happening for...

Hey friend! Welcome back! I have such a treat for you! Today I'm chatting with Bridgitte Carroll, a registered dietitian, entrepreneur, business mentor & all-around lovely individual! Bridgitte is super knowledgeable about all things gut health & her passion for helping women feel their best is crystal clear in all that she says & does. Press play to hear all about Bridgitte'...

Hey friend! Welcome back! Today we are chatting with Ashley Cardin - a badass nurse, podcaster, community builder & boundary setter - about how we as a society can support nurses at this time, & how we can learn to set boundaries in our own lives. Ashley is the real deal.  While she doesn't sugarcoat anything, you leave a conversation with her feeling empowered, & frankly, what mo...

Hey friend! I am so excited that you're here for today's interview.  *Quick note* - at the time of this recording the event we reference was scheduled for November.  Since the recording of this episode, the event has been rescheduled for December 12, 2021. Katherine is a badass who is making major moves to create a community for police officers after accomplishing her career goals in the...

Hey friend! Today I have an incredible interview for you with Meghan Hurley Powell, a college professor, podcaster, author, & just all-around fantastic human! (I also firmly believe we're cut from the same cloth!) The excitement is REAL throughout the episode as we chat about American Girl dolls, journaling, her upcoming BOOK, writing in general, Gilmore Girls, English Literature -- reall...

Hey friend! Welcome back to today's Quick Talk.  Normally I reserve these Quick Talk's for discussions I've had with women throughout the week regarding mindset, life coaching, etc. but I just HAD to bring you a book review on YouTurn by Ashley Stahl. I started this book before I retired from teaching & restarted it in September & WOAH! The revelations, the insights, the per...

Hey friend! I'm so happy you're here because I have another awesome interview for you! Today we're chatting with Kristina Ellis, the creator of the NBD podcast, major Taylor Swift & Harry Potter fan, & all around awesome human being. Throughout this episode we talk about Kristina's road to being diagnosed with ADHD at 32 & how she is adding to the world wide convers...

Hey friend! I am so excited that you're here today because I am chatting with Cristina Nicolau.  Cristina is an incredible woman who has not only started her own business, Mindful Embodiment but is helping people connect with their minds and bodies through movement and self-reflection. Her calm and empowering nature leaves you feeling whole, content, and ready to take on your day! I am thrill...

Hey friend! Welcome back! On today's Quick Talk we are jumping right into celebrating the small wins.  Yupp, you read that right! We're focusing on how we should be celebrating ourselves EVERY DAY -- from getting up in the morning without snoozing our alarms, to eating that damn vegetable, to setting a boundary. It doesn't matter what you're celebrating as long as you're t...

Hey friend! I'm so excited that you're here because today we're talking with the founder & creator of Episode Boutique, Belle! Belle is an early 20 something who is crushing the online boutique market with her store Episode.   Belle's brand is all about helping women feel comfortable, confident & empowered in every look!  Belle walks us through the inspiration behind he...

Hey friend! Today we're talking about The Great Resignation.  Have you taken any time to reflect on how the past 18+ months have impacted you? Have you noticed a resistance in any areas of your life? Have you found alignment in your career and/or family life since the start of Covid? Still not sure what I'm talking about & why I'm asking you all of these questions? Press play on...

Hey hey! On today's Quick Talk I am giving you a peek into life coaching: what it is, how it's different from therapy, and why I love it! If you've been curious as to what life coaching is, today's episode is specifically for you.  I absolutely love this coaching space and all that it provides me & my clients! I'd love to hear your takeaways about today's episode...

Hey hey! I'm so excited you're here because today I'm taking you back to January 2021 which is when I asked myself "what can I accomplish in 172 days?"  When I asked myself this question I unknowingly changed my mindset which led me to where I am today. We'll also take some time to reflect on 9/11 & how days like this can significantly impact who we are & the...

Hey hey! I'm so glad you're here because today we're talking about filling your cup first. As women we often put the needs of others before ourselves, and while that is totally normal - especially if you're a nurturer like me - that way of life is not sustainable. If you, my friend, want to be your highest self and truly give to those around you, fill YOUR cup first!  Tag me on...

Hey friend! In today's quick tip, I am talking about starting small as we head into a new season!  Instead of getting overwhelmed by all of the things you want to accomplish now that you're back to a more structured schedule, pick one thing and start there.   Maybe that means you're only committing to drinking enough water a day (half of your body weight in ounces) or committing to...

Hey friend! Eek -- I am SO excited that you're here this week because I have some BIG news to share with you! This is news that's been sitting on my heart for a while & I am finally in a place to share it with you.   Any guesses?!   Press play to find out what this announcement is, how I came to this decision & how this question: "if you had one year left to live, how would...

Hey friend! I am so excited that you are here today because I'm chatting with a new friend - Ashley Callister - who is a fellow IIN grad, health coach & an all-around amazing individual! Ashley's mission is to help you learn about your body & in turn, learn to love your body! Ashley provides you with 5 key steps to learning to love your body.  The best part is they are tangible s...

Hey friend! Welcome to our first official Quick Talk where we chat about topics that I've recently had with clients and friends.  Today we're talking about being allowed to change -- especially as women.  I do not care if you're 16, 25, 35, 45, or 100, you are allowed to change your mind, your interests -- anything you want -- to become the most authentic version of you! If you jive...

Hey friend! I am BEYOND excited for today's interview with Rachel Grae! Rachel is an up & coming singer/songwriter, and just happens to be my former student.  Today Rachel & I chat about making the mindset shift to move you from idea to reality while throwing your timeline out the window. Despite the fact I was her teacher, Rachel is dropping all of the knowledge & teaching me SO...

Hey friend! This week we're talking about therapy! I chat about my experience, as well as my thoughts/feelings about therapy (I LOVE it if you couldn't tell). I also discuss Lori Gottlieb's "Maybe You Should Talk to Someone" which is written from Lori's perspective as a therapist AND a patient.  It's a brilliant book and I suggest you read it ASAP! Can't wai...

Hey hey! It's official! I'm coming at you TWICE a week now.  Are you pumped?! Because I am. SO. EXCITED! Every week I'm going to add another episode where I highlight a takeaway/idea from my 1:1 coaching sessions that I know will also be beneficial to YOU! After all, anytime I can get you to reflect, you know I'm going to! So incredibly excited for the chance to chat with you t...

Hey friend! I am so pumped to be talking to you about trusting ourselves.  I know, this is a topic that we may not openly talk about because as women we have a tendency to trust everyone else before ourselves, but guess what? We don't need to feel that way any longer.  You, my friend, are so trustworthy, and if you don't believe me, just look at all that you've accomplished at this...