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

Send us a text In this podcast episode, Mel McSherry, an expert in human design shares a few tips to help us live a better life. Mel shares her journey of discovering human design and how it transformed her life and business. She explains the five different human design types - generators, manifesting generators, projectors, manifestors, and reflectors - and provides tips for living in alignment w...

Send us a text In this episode, we discuss how the mind-body connection affects our hormones as women and how we can use certain techniques such as mindfulness and meditation to help bring that into balance. 1. Mindfulness and meditation are powerful tools for improving not only out mental health but can affect our hormones 2. Mind body practices, done even in small amounts can be life changing. 3...

Send us a text Dr. Diana Stafford, a mold expert, discusses the impact of mold on health and how stress exacerbates the immune response. She shares personal experiences and insights into diagnosing and treating mold-related illnesses. Dr. Stafford emphasizes the prevalence of mold issues in indoor environments and the importance of recognizing mold's effects beyond respiratory symptoms, including...

Send us a text In this episode we speak about creating peace within ourselves by reframing self-criticism into self-compassion, developing a curious, non-judgmental mind, and letting go of false beliefs of who we should be as we embrace who we are. Jillian Rigert, DMD, MD is a Certified Martha Beck Wayfinder Life Coach and Leadership Coach who helps high achievers create a fulfilling life true to...

Send us a text In this episode, we speak about postive pyschology with guest Michelle Falzon, MSc Positive psychology is a field of psychology that focuses on the study of positive emotions, strengths, virtues, and well-being. Unlike traditional psychology, which often focuses on addressing mental illness and dysfunction, positive psychology aims to understand and promote the factors that contribu...

Send us a text Stress and Autoimmune disease Learn How to Optimize the daily choices that make the biggest difference for YOU. Why You Need to Prevent stress-driven inflammation from sabotaging your long-term health. Protect your mental clarity and emotional wellbeing. Kara Wada MD is a 4x board certified allergy/immunology & lifestyle medicine physician turned autoimmune patient who helps pro...

Send us a text Alia Jamal, known as the Love Coach, shares her journey of overcoming deep depression and finding self-love after a painful breakup. She emphasizes the importance of trust in oneself, self-validation, and connection with one's soul as key aspects of self-love. Alia offers resources such as workshops, consultations, and a podcast, and anticipates releasing her book on self-love by Ju...

Send us a text Goal setting is the foundation of personal and professional growth, providing direction and purpose to our lives. By setting clear, specific, and achievable objectives, we give ourselves a roadmap to success and a framework for progress. Goals serve as beacons, guiding our actions and decisions, motivating us to push beyond our comfort zones and strive for excellence. Moreover, goal...

Send us a text In this podcast episode, host Sharon welcomes Susan Lazar Hart, a mindset coach, to discuss the topic of suppressing emotions. Sharon recounts personal experiences related to emotional suppression, particularly regarding her parents' approach to grief. Susan highlights how societal conditioning often leads individuals to suppress their emotions from a young age, emphasizing the impo...

Send us a text In this episode, Sharon speakis about negotiations. She uses the book Geting to Yes as a framework. https://amzn.to/3x28y2N https://amzn.to/3x28y2N In this discussion, negotiation tactics are explored in various contexts, emphasizing their applicability in personal relationships and professional settings, including scenarios like resolving disputes with family or friends and negotia...

Send us a text In this episode, Sharon McLaughlin delves into the theme of fear and how it can impede personal and professional growth. She highlights various manifestations of fear, from the fear of the unknown to the fear of rejection, and provides actionable strategies to overcome them. Sharon discusses the paralysis caused by perfectionism when faced with uncertainty, emphasizing the importanc...

Send us a text Alreen Haeggquist: a seasoned lawyer, author, and advocate on a mission to amplify voices and combat silence around abuse. With over 21 years of legal expertise, Alreen champions women facing sexual harassment, discrimination, and abuse, drawing from her own traumatic past to empower others. As the founder of Haeggquist & Eck, LLP in San Diego, she has successfully secured milli...

Send us a text In this podcast episode, the we explore the profound impact of self-compassion on confidence, drawing inspiration from Kristin Neff's three components: kindness, mindfulness, and common humanity. Delving into the differences between self-compassion and self-esteem, the discussion emphasizes the internal nature of self-worth and resilience. Engaging anecdotes and studies, such as the...

Send us a text In this podcast segment, the host delves into an eye-opening article from the Harvard Business Review by Darren Baker and Julia Rourke, which sheds light on how confidence can be weaponized against women in the workplace. Despite the common belief that confidence is beneficial, the hosts discuss three reasons why it may not be the ideal focus. They explore issues such as self-blamin...

Send us a text Julie Menanno MA is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and Relationship Coach. Julie's Journey into Couples Therapy: Julie shares her motivation for entering couples therapy, rooted in her desire to be a better parent. Growing up in a home with emotional challenges, she aimed to create a happy family to heal her own wounds. Initially o...

Send us a text Segment 1: Building Confidence for a Healthier Lifestyle: Host discusses the common struggle of lacking confidence in achieving a healthier lifestyle. Importance of a different approach for different results is emphasized. Jessica introduces the holistic perspective of health, including emotional and mental wellbeing, beyond just nutrition and fitness. The etymology of "healthy" as...

Send us a text In this podcast episode, I speak with Janet Harvey, CEO and Director of Education at InviteChange, focusing on building confidence, especially among women. Janet shares her journey from corporate settings to entrepreneurship, emphasizing the need for mindset shifts in navigating large-scale change initiatives. The discussion revolves around the confidence crisis in women physicians,...

Send us a text In this episode, we delve into the challenges of decision-making and explore practical strategies to enhance this crucial skill. Personality Test - Understanding Yourself: Start with a personality test like the Colby to gain insights into your analytical thinking and unique interpretation of situations. Acknowledge that everyone has distinct personalities and past experiences, influ...

Send us a text In today's episode, we delve into the art of effective communication—something crucial not only in the workplace but also in our personal lives. Oftentimes, the stumbling block is our failure to actively listen. Join us as we explore practical scenarios and learn how to navigate conversations with finesse. Many relationship problems stem from not actively listening to one another. T...

Send us a text Episode Title: Navigating Performance Reviews with Confidence Host: Sharon McLaughlin Podcast: The Sharon McLaughlin Show Introduction: Topic: Handling performance reviews, especially negative feedbackContext: Sharon shares her personal experience of being labeled the "lowest performer" in a past reviewMain Content: Responding to Feedback:Acknowledge and thank for the feedbackExampl...

Send us a text Podcast Show Notes: Navigating Intimacy Challenges with Dr. Alexandra Stockwell Episode Overview:Welcome to today's episode, where we're joined by Dr. Alexandra Stockwell, an intimacy expert renowned for her work with couples. Our focus will be on the common challenges couples face in communicating about intimacy. Key Highlights: Dr. Alexandra Stockwell's Background: A former medica...

Send us a text Overview: The episode focuses on understanding the various facets of happiness, its impact on our lives, and how we can cultivate it. Key Topics: The Interplay of Influence and HappinessDiscussion on the common traits of influential and happy people. The impact of happiness in personal and professional spheres. Understanding the Science of HappinessExploration of factors contributin...

Send us a text In this episode, we speak about being curious. Discussion on the fear of making mistakes and its impact on taking action. Overview of Adam Grant's book, "Think Again," focusing on the positive aspects of being wrong. Key Concepts:Embracing Wrongness:Grant's perspective on being wrong as a learning opportunity. The concept of open-mindedness and curiosity in learning. Albert Einstein...

Send us a text Building a Better Life: Why We Should Care Less About What Others Think Host: Sharon McLaughlin Overview: In this insightful episode, Sharon McLachlan explores the theme of caring less about others' opinions and focusing more on personal values and priorities. Key Points Discussed: Understanding Control: Emphasizing that we have no control over others' thoughts and actions, and the...

Send us a text Today's episode features Dr. Libby a former physician turned life coach. Dr. Libby shares insights into life design and her podcast, "Living True by Design."Background and Transition: Dr. Libby's medical background includes a family practice residency before specializing in pathology. After years in pathology, she transitioned to life coaching, emphasizing the importance of pursuing...