The Green Heart Living Podcast

In this episode of the Green Heart Living Podcast, Elizabeth Hill speaks with Whitney Jarrard, author of "Stories of an Alcoholic's Daughter: How I Chose a Different Way." Whitney shares how growing up with an alcoholic father shaped her life, inspired her writing, and motivated her to be a conscious parent. The conversation covers the book’s unique, interactive structure, the personal letter that...

Elizabeth Hill interviews guest Keri Dobson, a group program architect. They discuss how authors can turn their published books into cohort-based group programs that drive action, accountability, and lasting results. Keri shares her learning-and-development background, practical advice on group size and duration, the importance of repeatability and audience readiness, and details about a hands-on...

Elizabeth Hill interviews the author of "The Original Peace Builder" about his journey from a traumatic past to becoming a peacebuilder. They discuss how personal pain became compassion, the role of "interrupters of suffering," and lessons learned while working with UConn School of Social Work. The episode also offers practical advice — from simple acts of kindness to tools for writers exploring p...

In this episode, Elizabeth Hill speaks with Kelly de la Rocha, founder of poem RENOVATION, about her arts-based word challenge that helps people create new poems from scrambled literature. Kelly explains both the digital daily platform and the tactile 3D-printed word blocks used in classrooms, elder care, and therapy. They discuss how the tools support creativity, social-emotional learning, memory...

In this episode, Elizabeth Hill interviews Annette Farha about her new book "Finding My Way Home", a candid companion for anyone facing grief or major life transitions. Annette shares practical tools—breathwork, nature connection, and intuitive home design—to help listeners open space, remember themselves, and move through the “messy middle.” The episode also offers guidance for supporting someone...

Host Elizabeth Hill talks with Stephen Castro about his memoir "Pieces of Me: How Fate Brought Me Home." They explore his childhood, loss, addiction, health struggles, and the love that helped him heal. The conversation highlights resilience, the power of perspective, and how writing became a way to honor family and find purpose. The book is available on Amazon in paperback and e-book.

Host Elizabeth Hill speaks with Danielle Turner, LCSW—co-author of Dear Therapist, You Deserve More, founder of Inner You Clinical Services, and creator of The Luxe Reset Collective—about self-care, therapist burnout, setting fees, finding your niche, and the restorative power of intentional travel retreats for women. Danielle shares practical tips for early-career therapists on mentorship, bounda...

In this episode of the Green Heart Living Podcast, host Elizabeth Hill chats with author Anu Sim about her new book, Flourish from Within: Feed Your Gut for Lifelong Health. Anu shares valuable insights on the importance of maintaining a healthy gut microbiome and how it plays a crucial role in sustainable weight loss and overall health. The conversation dives into the science behind gut health, e...

Welcome to the Green Heart Living Podcast hosted by Elizabeth Hill. In this insightful episode, we introduce our latest book, "Dear Therapist, You Deserve More," and hear from contributing authors LaQueshia Clemons, LCSW, TOM®, AFC®, Pastor Briggitte P. Brown, LCSW; Brittany Cooper, LCSW; and Shontelle Brewster, LMFTA.  Available on Amazon in both paperback and ebook, this anthology is a heartfelt...

Join Elizabeth Hill on the Green Heart Living Podcast as she introduces a simple exercise designed to cultivate calmness and presence. In this episode, Elizabeth guides you through a quick, under-a-minute routine that involves subtle hand movements and deep breathing. This practice can be conveniently done anywhere - at your desk, while waiting, or whenever you need to shift your focus inward and...

What freedom do you wish for yourself and others? On this episode of the podcast, Elizabeth leads a guided writing meditation on the theme of freedom. If you would like to experience more reflective writing and connect with others who are doing the same, join Elizabeth's free workshop series: the Abundant Author® Archetypes on July 24, 29, and 31. It's free and free-ing.  https://www.greenheartliv...

Join host Elizabeth Hill as she engages in a heartwarming conversation with Larry Love, author of The Healing Culture. In this episode, Larry reflects on his transformative journey from the street life to becoming a driving force for positive change in Hartford. As the Hospital Response Director for Compass Youth Collaborative, Larry shares his dedicated efforts to support victims of violent crime...

Author JJ Hart (aka Jen Jones) shares about her new book "Remembering You" - a spicy, second-chance romance - that is the first book in the Saxville Sweethearts series. We talk about: - Beach reads! - What she learned from her first book and put into practice on her second - Advice for nonfiction authors who are thinking about writing fiction - Using a pen name - Second chances for love To learn m...

"Sometimes our health is on the back burner, and sometimes it's not even on simmer." - Mikki Parker Mikki Parker is helping driven women become the CEOs of their own health. On this episode, we talk about: - The challenges of driven women and creatives when it comes to wellbeing - Tiny changes that can have a ripple effect - Best ways to make habit changes stick To learn about her CEO of Self Heal...

Tools to Provide Healing and Companionship through Loss & Grief   After the death of her beloved husband, Don, Mary Bub wrote daily letters to an imaginary confidante, Betty. Writing helped her heal and gave her purpose. Through this writing, her book "Letters to Betty" was born.   Her new book "And So It Goes" outlines the tools she used to cope with the death of her husband and develop a gre...

What does someone do after a break from reality? Is it possible to cure mental health conditions like schizophrenia or bipolar disorder? On this episode, I talk with Neil McCarthy, author of "An Inspiring Recovery: How I Found Sanity." We talk about: - Mental health diagnosis - Navigating medication and treatment changes - Mindfulness, meditation, and living in the present - Music, writing, and ot...

On this episode, I talk with Virginia Evans, author of The Youngest Bee: A Louisiana Story of Sisterhood, Strength, and Alzheimer's.    Coming of age in the late 1970s/early 1980s in Louisiana, Virginia Evans describes an idyllic childhood filled with summer camps, shopping trips, LSU football games, and her parents’ annual elaborate Christmas parties. Virginia’s world is shattered when her belove...

Hannah McKitrick and I talk about Italy, energy, and how to make your dream life (and business) possible.  Feel stuck and need some clarity? Want to refresh and be taken care of? Ready for a well-being experience that will skyrocket your mindset, health, connection, and bank account? Join us on our retreat to Italy in November!  Here is info on the retreat: https://myintuitivehealth.com/ceo-culina...

Thinking of recording your own audiobook?  In this 3-part series, we talk with Laura English, audiobook producer, narrator, editor, engineer, and owner of Evergreen Studios, about the things to consider when deciding whether or not to do an audiobook and how to go about it. On this third episode, we discuss:  - Things to consider when narrating your own book - The benefits of recording your own st...

Thinking of turning your book into an audiobook? In this 3-part series, we talk with Laura English, audiobook producer, narrator, editor, engineer, and owner of Evergreen Studios, about the things to consider when deciding whether or not to do an audiobook and how to go about it. On this second episode, we discuss:  - How to select a narrator for your audiobook - The process of working with a narr...

Thinking of turning your book into an audiobook? In this 3-part series, we talk with Laura English, audiobook producer, narrator, editor and engineer, and owner of Evergreen Studios, about the things to consider when deciding whether or not to do an audiobook and how to go about it. On this first episode we look at: - Reasons to record an audiobook - Trends in the audiobook industry - How to decid...

Are you planning on writing a book in 2025? Making it easier, more fun, and more meaningful by joining one of my writing groups! In this episode, I share all the details of my two writing groups that will be kicking off March 1st: the Green Heart Writing Circle and the Abundant Author™ Mastermind. I also share a new, free bonus for anyone who has ever published with Green Heart Living Press.  To l...

It feels more important than ever that we take action to make a difference - but what exactly are we supposed to do? What are we to do when we see injustice, war, or disaster? How do we keep going when we feel fear, anger, or grief over things we feel we have no control over?  On this episode, I share 3 things to do right now to help you get through. On a global, national, and local level, we want...

What do we do when faced with grief and loss?   On this episode, I speak with Mary Bub, a grassroots activist, social innovator, photographer, artist, and author of several books, including the newly released "Letters to Betty: The Anatomy of One Woman's Grief."   Reeling and numb after the death of her beloved husband Don, Mary Bub turned to writing to navigate the journey from grief and despair...

This episode will help you clear energy from 2024 and welcome in fresh, aligned energy for 2025. I share: my take on why New Year's Resolutions often tank early on my two key practices for reflecting on the previous year and getting clear on the new year how to honor our bodies, minds, and spirits for getting us through the past year how to make space for what's truly aligned and alive for us at t...