The Power of Peacefulness: Leading with Calm, Confidence and Clarity

The Science of Finding Calm Feeling overwhelmed? Struggling to quiet your mind? In this episode, we take a deep dive into Finding Calm: Simple Strategies for a Quiet Mind and explore science-backed techniques to reduce stress and bring more peace into your life. From music, books, and TV shows to exercise, nature, and even cleaning , we break down how these simple activities can shift your mental...

🎙️ Podcast Episode Summary: How to Get More Visibility at Work 🚀 Too many professionals believe that "good work speaks for itself." The truth? It doesn’t. If you’re not actively making your contributions visible, you risk being overlooked for promotions, leadership roles, and new opportunities. In this episode of Coaching for Leaders , host Dave Stachowiak sits down with executive coach...

Reconnecting with Your Inner Child This episode explores the concept of the inner child and its role in shaping our adult lives. The hosts discuss how reconnecting with this part of ourselves can lead to greater peace, authenticity, and self-compassion. What is the Inner Child? The inner child is like a time capsule within us, holding emotions, memories, and experiences from childhood. It influenc...

Why You Keep Attracting the Wrong People — And How to Finally Break the Cycle 📝 Episode Description (Show Notes): Do you keep ending up in the same toxic relationships—romantic, friendships, or even professional—and wonder, “Why does this keep happening to me?” You’re not alone. In this powerful episode of The Power of Peacefulness Podcast , we dive deep into why you keep attracting the wrong peo...

Do you ever find yourself replaying the same conversation, mistake, or worry over and over? 🤯 You’re not alone! Our minds have a way of getting stuck in endless loops of rumination—but the good news is, we can break the cycle. In my latest blog post, "The Mind’s Replay Button: Why We Ruminate and What to Do About It," I dive into the science behind overthinking and share practical strat...

"Stop Over-Apologizing: Reclaim Your Space and Voice" Have you ever caught yourself saying “sorry” for things that don’t require an apology—like asking a question, expressing an opinion, or simply taking up space? If so, you’re not alone. Over-apologizing is a deeply ingrained habit for many of us, shaped by psychology, social conditioning, and even past trauma. In this episode, we unpac...

Appreciative Inquiry (AI) is a strengths-based approach that fosters innovation and collaboration by focusing on what works well rather than identifying weaknesses. Developed by David Cooperrider, AI follows a 5-D Cycle : Define (identify focus), Discover (explore strengths), Dream (envision possibilities), Design (co-create solutions), and Destiny/Deliver (implement change). Research shows that p...

Send us a text In this conversation, Dr. Kimberly Wagner, a performance coach with a background in clinical and sports psychology, shares her journey into performance coaching. Initially focusing on athletes, she expanded her work to include high-pressure professionals such as attorneys, entrepreneurs, and physicians. Dr. Wagner highlights key performance challenges, including imposter syndrome, w...

Send us a text In this podcast episode, Dr. Diana Barratt, a neurologist from Boca Raton, Florida, joins Dr. McLaughlin to discuss Alzheimer's disease and the latest treatments available. https://www.dianabarrattmd.com/ Dr. Barratt shares her journey into neurology, particularly her interest in Alzheimer's, which was sparked by the limited treatment options and difficulty in diagnosis during her m...

Send us a text Today we have Dr. Eleanor Tanno with us, discussing the vital topic of advanced directives. Dr. Tanno is the creator and founder of Advanced Direct MD. Dr. Tanno, thank you for being here today. I see you a lot on social media and reached out because I know that not everyone has an advanced directive. Discussing advanced directives can be uncomfortable, but it's crucial when making...

Send us a text Today, we have Naketa Ren Thigpen with us to discuss generational trauma. Naketa is a licensed psychologist, social worker, sexologist, and trauma specialist. Naketa, your background is impressive. Please introduce yourself to our audience. Thank you, Sharon. My background is indeed layered, covering human behavior and relationships. I have degrees in psychology, sociology, anthropo...

Send us a text In today's episode, we have the pleasure of hosting Dr. Valerie Cacho, a renowned sleep specialist. She will discuss common sleep problems, their causes, and practical solutions for those struggling with sleep issues. Dr. Cacho shares her personal inspiration, rooted in her father's experience as an interventional cardiologist who often worked without adequate rest. She explains how...

Send us a text Today, we have Dr. Anissa Hansen with us. She will be discussing how to calm our inner anxiety. Dr. Hansen holds a Ph. D., and she is both a therapist and a therapeutic coach. We are thrilled to have her here. Anxiety, unfortunately, is a significant issue in our society, and many, including myself, have suffered from it since childhood. Dr. Hansen shares her personal experience wit...

Send us a text Chantal Wade is a psychotherapist specializing in trauma, self-esteem, and anxiety I spoke to Chantal about Shame Key Takeaways: Healthy vs. Toxic Shame: Healthy shame once served to maintain social order, while toxic shame is pervasive and damaging, leading to feelings of unworthiness. Curiosity as a Tool: By becoming curious about our feelings and bodily sensations related to sham...

Send us a text Today, we have the pleasure of welcoming Dr. Sonny Miles, a specialist in integrative medicine and palliative care, to our podcast. Dr. Miles focuses on a holistic approach to health and comfort care, making her insights particularly valuable for our discussion today. Thank you, Dr. Miles, for joining us and sharing your expertise on lightening the load. Dr. Miles begins by sharing...

Send us a text In today's episode, we have the pleasure of hosting Jessica Dawda, an accomplished engineer with an MBA, who is here to discuss a very important topic—mental health. Jessica, thank you so much for joining us today. Jessica's journey into engineering began with a childhood fascination for cars and machines, leading her to become a mechanical engineer who designed hydraulic motors. De...

Send us a text Today, we are thrilled to have Dr. Brittany Chidley with us. She's a clinical psychologist, marital and family therapist with over two decades of experience in the mental health field. Currently, she is the director of Trails Therapy and the founder of We Feel, a platform that offers resources about emotional wellness. Our discussion today will focus on emotional wellbeing and the i...

Send us a text Dr. Joyce discusses the profound impact of external expectations on one's mindset and alignment with core values. She highlights the journey many women, especially women physicians, undergo when facing these pressures and the potential for burnout. Summary: In this insightful episode, we are joined by Dr. Beverly Joyce, a board-certified OBGYN trained at Johns Hopkins, who shares he...

Send us a text In this episode of the Power of Peacefulness Podcast, host Sharon McLaughlin is joined by Dr. Richard Gajdowski to discuss the topic of divorce, with a focus on the challenges faced by physicians. Dr. Gajdowski, an emergency room physician with a law degree, practices in Pittsburgh and New York, specializing in family law, wills, estates, and trusts. His unique background offers a c...

Send us a text In this episode of the Power of Peacefulness Podcast, host Sharon McLaughlin, MD, interviews Dr. Gail Miller, a life coach and maternal fetal medicine physician who is childless not by choice. Dr. Miller discusses the challenges of probing inquiries and the importance of setting boundaries when faced with uncomfortable questions about personal matters like having children. She empha...

Send us a text In this episode, Dr Sharon McLaughlin interviews Grace Guffey, a licensed mental health counselor specializing in adult attachment therapy. They discuss the complexities of attachment issues, including how they manifest and ways to address them. Grace shares her personal journey, highlighting her experiences with abuse, assault, and addiction, which led her to the counseling field....

Send us a text Episode Overview: In this episode, Dr. Michael Foti discusses the stigma surrounding mental health, particularly in the healthcare profession. Dr. Foti is an internal medicine physician and faculty at the Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine. He is also on the board of directors for the New York State Osteopathic Medical Society and vice president of the National Alliance on Mental...

Send us a text In this episode we speak about, 1. Slow is the New Fast 2. Anxiety is a wonderful Teacher 3. How to discreetly regulate your Nervous System 4. How to tame generalized anxiety FAST 5.. Why Talk Therapy isn't getting you Results 6. Why Blocked Energy is keeping you Stuck As an EFT Master Practitioner and Hypnotherapist, Theresa implements a unique and integrative approach to nervous s...

Send us a text Chantal Wade has been a therapist, specializing in trauma & self-esteem for 20 years. She recently created a program for humans who experience low self-esteem who want to build a healthy, trusting & loving relationship w/ themselves & others. In this episode, you will learn: How to practice self compassion How to work with your inner critic How to work through a self-est...

Send us a text Dr. Jeannie Lawrence, MD is a psychiatrist, transformational life coach, & CEO of Sanctuary For Women Physicians. Her mission is to empower overwhelmed women physicians to create more peace and lives that feel as good inside as they look on the outside. In this podcast, 1. Quickly reduce anxiety and stress anywhere by harnessing the power of touch and breath. 2. Instead of askin...