52 Weeks of Me

Is embracing mistakes essential for growth? Let's talk about the importance of finding purpose, which leads to passion and opens up opportunities. Our guest for this episode talks about confidence, defining it as clarity that arises when one is clear on their feelings, goals, thoughts, and ideas. We will also talk about the role of self-support and appreciation in building confidence.Claudia Wyatt is among the Rising High Women Leader of 2023, a Magnetic Writer, Inspiring Speaker, and Certified Coach in Confidence, Cognitive Behavior, and Life Purpose. Overcoming personal darkness, Claudia founded Claudia Wyatt Coaching, LLC, aiming to empower others to discover their personal power and live their dreams. With 20+ years coaching high-performing teams, Claudia's energy is unmatched, igniting authenticity and daring to be different. As the founder of The Walkabout Method, a 6-step coaching program, she transforms lives. Featured in prominent publications and speaker on global platforms, Claudia is dedicated to guiding others with the motto "Follow Your Inner Compass." Access her freebies and webinars on Instagram @theclaudiawyatt.Episode highlights: Clarity is ConfidenceWhen we have a clear understanding of your feelings, goals, thoughts, and ideas, confidence naturally emerges. It's not about comparing oneself to others but recognizing and appreciating what makes you unique.Discovering PurposeWe all have a purpose inside us, and the journey involves uncovering it. This purpose, once identified, serves as a driving force that leads to a passionate and fulfilling life.Learning from Dark MomentsClaudia shares her personal journey through challenging times, including toxic relationships and personal struggles. She highlights the transformative power of facing such difficulties, learning from them, and using those experiences to help others navigate similar challenges.The Role of FeelingsRegularly checking in on one's feelings. Understanding and appreciating all feelings, both positive and negative, is a crucial step in the journey toward self-discovery and building confidence.Overcoming Fear of MistakesEmbracing mistakes and learning from them is a powerful way to move forward. The key is not to be paralyzed by the fear of making errors but to use them as stepping stones toward personal development.Connect with Claudia: Identifying Your Fears Workbook: https://go.claudiawyatt.com/ifw The Wheel of Life Workbook: https://go.claudiawyatt.com/wol Instagram: https://instagram.com/theclaudiawyattFor our listeners, Claudia has released a free webinar Silencing Your Inner Critic https://go.claudiawyatt.com/syic. -----52 Weeks of Me is hosted by Jacklyn Osborne and Erika Brooks.Check out our website - www.52weeksofme.net or follow us on Instagram @fiftytwoweeksofme.For suggestions and comments, email us at fiftytwoweeksofme@gmail.com.

What does “unlearning” mean and why is it important that that we “learn to unlearn?” In this session, we discuss the significance of understanding oneself, addressing fears and stress, and fostering a kinder relationship with one's thoughts and emotions.Rishad Ahmed is a seasoned life-enhancement coach with a unique approach to guiding individuals through self-discovery and personal growth. He's transitioned from a background in business and mentoring to focus on a more holistic and introspective journey with his clients.Episode highlights: Enhanced Emotional ResilienceAddressing the root causes of stress and discomfort, individuals can develop emotional resilience. This means having the ability to bounce back from challenges and adversities more effectively.Improved Mental HealthShifting perspective and practicing self-compassion can significantly contribute to improved mental well-being. It helps in reducing anxiety, depression, and overall stress levels.Increased Self-AwarenessGoing on an inner journey allows individuals to gain a deeper understanding of themselves. This heightened self-awareness is crucial for personal growth and development.Enhanced ProductivityStress and negative emotions can hinder productivity. By managing stress and approaching challenges with a more positive mindset, individuals often find they can be more focused and productive in their personal and professional lives.Physical Health BenefitsChronic stress can have adverse effects on physical health. Letting go of stress and adopting a more positive perspective can contribute to better physical health, including improved sleep, reduced risk of chronic illnesses, and a stronger immune systemImproved Decision-MakingA clearer understanding of oneself often translates to better decision-making. When individuals are in tune with their values and priorities, they can make choices that align with their authentic selves.Follow Rishard via the following channels: Website: https://rishadahmed.com/coach-trainingLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rishadahmed YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/ZenCoachSA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rishadahmedcoaching -----52 Weeks of Me is hosted by Jacklyn Osborne and Erika Brooks.Check out our website - www.52weeksofme.net or follow us on Instagram @fiftytwoweeksofme.For suggestions and comments, email us at fiftytwoweeksofme@gmail.com.

How important is leading by example? Let's talk about prioritizing self-care, seeking help when needed, and listening more to foster a healthier and more fulfilling work and personal life.Monica is a Partner and leads the Global Finance Transformation practice within IBM Consulting. Monica has over 20 years of experience split between consulting and industry roles. She has built a reputation for driving hypergrowth through optimizing finance operating models through human-centric transformations integrated with ERP modernization, intelligent operations, digital, technology, and data. Monica is a people champion and has been instrumental in codifying the culture of her practice and in driving Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion awareness and engagement.Episode highlights: Wellness and Balance in ConsultingThe challenges of maintaining wellness and balance, particularly in the consulting industry, where professionals often find themselves on the road. The importance of setting boundaries, planning workouts, and treating self-care as seriously as client meetings were emphasized.Career Advice for Graduates in ConsultingNot being afraid to ask for help, prioritizing networking, seeking feedback regularly, and finding both mentors and sponsors for career advancement.Navigating the Concept of "Having It All"The evolving concept of "having it all," explores personal definitions and expectations. Monica emphasized finding the right balance for herself and shared her experience of fulfillment through meaningful relationships and a successful career.Importance of Self-Care and DetoxThe transformative experience of taking a two-and-a-half-week vacation, fully unplugging from work, and prioritizing personal well-being. This experience served as inspiration for a broader cultural shift within the team, promoting the "You First" community focused on individual well-being and support.Balancing People and ProfitsPrioritizing employee happiness and well-being contributes to organizational growth was discussed, emphasizing the importance of a satisfied and engaged workforce in a services-oriented business.Follow Monica via the following channels: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/monicaproothi -----52 Weeks of Me is hosted by Jacklyn Osborne and Erika Brooks.Check out our website - www.52weeksofme.net or follow us on Instagram @fiftytwoweeksofme.For suggestions and comments, email us at fiftytwoweeksofme@gmail.com.

Are you living a fulfilling life and finding happiness? Catherine discusses her journey from starting as a secretary to becoming an executive coach and happiness advocate. She emphasizes the importance of aligning personal and professional goals with what truly brings joy and contentment, rather than pursuing external validation or societal expectations. Catherine highlights the different approaches people take to set and achieve their goals, ranging from driven goal-setters to those who are more opportunistic or fearful of failure. As the founder of the Happiness Hive, Catherine's passion lies in helping women unlock their own formulas for true happiness and success. With over 35 years of experience and expertise in mindset and human behavior, combined with her captivating approach, Catherine is changing the game for the way women live their lives. She guides them to build the confidence and courage to spark growth and an upward path to success and embrace what makes them truly happy. She shows them how to be unapologetically authentic and live passionately as their most fabulous selves.Episode highlights: Finding HappinessHow happiness varies from person to person and can be related to pursuing what lights you up and brings joy. She highlighted the importance of not relying on external factors for happiness.Pursuing External GoalsMany people pursue external goals, like status or money, in the belief that it will make them happy. Catherine emphasized the significance of aligning goals with genuine happiness, not just external markers of success. Goal-Setting SpectrumPeople fall into different categories when it comes to goal-setting: driven and passionate goal-setters, opportunistic individuals, and those who avoid setting goals out of fear of failure.Linking Happiness and SuccessThe connection between personal and professional success and happiness. She highlighted that by prioritizing happiness and fulfillment, individuals can ultimately achieve more genuine success.Follow Rachel via the following channels: Website: https://happiness-hive.com Email: hello@happiness-hive.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/happinesshiveLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/catherine-bowyer-happiness-hive-----52 Weeks of Me is hosted by Jacklyn Osborne and Erika Brooks.Check out our website - www.52weeksofme.net or follow us on Instagram @fiftytwoweeksofme.For suggestions and comments, email us at fiftytwoweeksofme@gmail.com.

Do you ever deal with self-doubt, burnout, or a lack of fulfillment in your work and life? So many of us hold ourselves back, silence ourselves, and let doubt dictate what we do, limiting our growth and potential. What if we could tap into greater clarity, confidence, and courage and have a bolder, more intentional, and more fulfilling life and career? That's what today's guest is here to help us do.Rachel Druckenmiller is a keynote speaker, TEDx, and leadership trainer on a mission to help organizations, leaders, and teams unmute themselves. Recognized by The Daily Record as one of Maryland's Top 100 Women of 2022, Forbes as a Next1000 honoree in 2021, the #1 Health Promotion Professional in the U.S. by the Wellness Council of America in 2015, and a 40 Under 40 Game Changer in 2019, Rachel is a change agent whose refreshing perspective has helped her stand out as a leader in her field. She is also a course instructor for Simon Sinek's virtual classroom and a singer-songwriter.Episode highlights: Burnout and getting monoThe importance of speaking about and addressing well-being in a different, more authentic way. We do not have to be confined to the traditional wellness industry perceptions.Living Unmuted The concept of "living unmuted" is about confidently and boldly expressing oneself. Emotional expression, creative expression, and finding the right language are important to describe one's feelings. The use of apps like Mood Meter and techniques such as "pause, breathe, notice, and choose" can help individuals manage their emotions and react more thoughtfully to situations. Embracing Emotional IntelligenceThe idea of embracing emotional intelligence and developing a richer emotional vocabulary. Physiological responses to emotions and how identifying these responses can help individuals recognize and manage their feelings effectively. Follow Rachel via the following channels: Website: https://unmutedlife.comEmail: rachel@unmutedlife.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/unmutedlifeYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/racheldruckenmillerLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rachelbdruckenmiller -----52 Weeks of Me is hosted by Jacklyn Osborne and Erika Brooks.Check out our website - www.52weeksofme.net or follow us on Instagram @fiftytwoweeksofme.For suggestions and comments, email us at fiftytwoweeksofme@gmail.com.

MaryBeth Hyland, the Founder and Chief Visionary of SparkVision, decided to leave after leading her over a decade successful career in nonprofit management, in order to advocate for creating values-driven culture workplaces where people are embraced with their own authentic stories, imperfections, and values. Although most organizations and companies have their core values displayed on their walls, MaryBeth endeavors to make these people figure out whether these values are truly embodied by their people or merely lip service. And when they finally getintentional, she helps live in alignment with them.Highlights:Speaking her truth about being a child of abuse (which explains why she also rallies for foster parenting) exemplified to other people that they can be respectable and successful by showing up authentically.  The magnitude of community connections established and lives changed by speaking your truth, especially by stepping into the perspective of power instead of the place of victimhood cannot be underestimated.SparkVision is a space where individuals and organizations are led to intentionally identify their values, eliminate what does not serve them, and eventually live in alignment with those that serve their individual and collective purpose.Her awards and recognitions from different award-giving bodies affirm her reputation of being a human engagement expert. If you ever wonder about your own values or if you still need to identify  and understand  why  you  have   them   both  in  personal   and  organizational contexts,MaryBeth could guide you. You may listen to this podcast, read her book “Permission to be Human”, or look her up on LinkedIn, and join events at sparkvisionnow.com.-----52 Weeks of Me is hosted by Jacklyn Osborne and Erika Brooks.Check out our website - www.52weeksofme.net or follow us on Instagram @fiftytwoweeksofme.For suggestions and comments, email us at fiftytwoweeksofme@gmail.com.

This episode features an interview with Anna, who shares her transformative journey from a challenging personal life event to becoming a confidence coach for women in the male-dominated tech industry. She highlights the importance of confidence and how she empowers women to overcome obstacles and set boundaries.Anna Gradie is a Confidence Coach for women in tech. Using science-backed tools, she helps her clients 10X their confidence, accelerate their performance, and build strong relationships. In 2010, she co-founded and scaled an EdTech company into a multi-million-dollar business. She was the COO and head of HR but noticed a huge gender gap in the industry.Highlights:Journey of Self-Discovery: The transformative power of self-discovery and personal growth after facing significant life challenges.Recognizing Gender Disparities: How being in a male-dominated tech industry can drive us to become confident in addressing the gender gap and lack of representation.Setting Boundaries: The significance of setting various types of boundaries to prioritize self-care and assertiveness in personal and professional spheres.Overcoming Perfectionism: Addressing the gendered aspects of perfectionism and its impact on confidence, highlighting the need to challenge societal expectations and promote a growth mindset.This conversation underscores the power of resilience, self-awareness, and the courage to embrace change. It invites you to reflect on your own journeys, emphasizing the potential for growth and empowerment even in the face of adversity. Anna's approach to building confidence provides practical tools and guidance for individuals striving to navigate challenges and succeed in both their personal and professional lives.Connect with Anna via the following:Website: www.annagradie.comSubscribe to her newsletter to get your free 5-Step Confidence Booster Guide: http://eepurl.com/hEicAnBook a free 1 on 1 Confidence Booster Session: https://calendly.com/annagradiecoaching/45min?month=2023-09-----52 Weeks of Me is hosted by Jacklyn Osborne and Erika Brooks.Check out our website - www.52weeksofme.net or follow us on Instagram @fiftytwoweeksofme.For suggestions and comments, email us at fiftytwoweeksofme@gmail.com.

Dr. Gary Lawrence is a 78-year-old counselor who has been married withSylvia for 56 years. They were both raised in a negative and abusive homeenvironments   and   have   unconsciously   brought   that   psychological   andemotional baggage in their marriage. Being a survivor and an escaperrespectively, they seemed a perfect match at first. However, soon, theirrejection patterns took a toll on their lives. By understanding the dynamics oftheir own marriage and how their backgrounds contributed to their maritalproblems,   the   Rejection   Junkies,   his   Amazon   bestseller   was   born;   theirmarriage was saved, and their counseling ministry has gained a reputationand touched thousands of lives both in personal actual sessions as well asthrough radio his radio shows.Highlights:Emotional pattern – by the time the person is 8 years old, 80% of his emotional way is complete; it is 100% when he's 18Emotional energy thieves – any place, thing, or experience that is plugged into one's emotions making him a dysfunctional personEmotional Surgery – the process of unplugging from emotional energy thieves; getting unplugged from the past, living in the present so once can have a future he desiresFor Gary, a man's ability to love his wife is an overflow of his self-esteem andacceptance. But one needs to seek his own truth and not people's opinionsabout him and set boundaries in order to muster a better and morepositive self-image. Breaking free from the bondage of past rejectionscan make one a brand new person.If you want to get the most from this discussion and want to unplug fromyour   own   negative   past,   you   may   read   Rejection   Junkies   search   forrejectionjunkies.com and take a quiz to determine whether or not you are arejection junky.-----52 Weeks of Me is hosted by Jacklyn Osborne and Erika Brooks.Check out our website - www.52weeksofme.net or follow us on Instagram @fiftytwoweeksofme.For suggestions and comments, email us at fiftytwoweeksofme@gmail.com.

Sarah O'Brien Hammond is the founder of the NoW NYC. She spent over 25 successful years in recruitment and never thought she was going to become an entrepreneur. However, when she started reflecting on what success really means to her and what she values the most, she also realized that she was at a loss as to her own life purpose. It dawned on her that as we grow older, our definition of success changes along with our needs and motivators. She then embarked on some sort of self-exploration and re-evaluation, she unsubscribed from the societal concept of success, which is from money, power, and influence. Then she started creating communities for women where they could openly discuss things that truly matter to them but which are not normally part of mainstream conversations. Drifting away from the world's idea of success to her translated into the priority of intentions she listed at the onset of the following year onwards.Highlights:      From acquiring money, power, and influence, her new definition of success now revolves around the purpose of prioritizing family. Family over making money.Redefining success necessitates an understanding that it is a long runway that requires a lot of sacrifice, strategic planning, working smarter, and being surrounded by the right people. Ingesting the right things in all facets of life is a necessary practice in the transition (the power of positivity)Consistently showing up with one's best self is necessary if one wants to change and have more control in her personal life.The NoW NYC is a community of women where members open up and engage in conversations that are otherwise not discussed in other environments. It includes empowering and coaching high-performing women as well as breaking misconceptions on certain issues. Its programming is designed from the feedback of its members. As one intentionally defines her purpose in life, it is important to create stillness, time, and space to dream. It is largely how The NoW NYC benefits its members. In every event, they are supposed to learn something; be inspired to take action; and, should have establish a connection with others. Should you wish to learn more from Sarah and her community, you may look her up through The NoW NYC, sarah@thenownyc.com.-----52 Weeks of Me is hosted by Jacklyn Osborne and Erika Brooks.Check out our website - www.52weeksofme.net or follow us on Instagram @fiftytwoweeksofme.For suggestions and comments, email us at fiftytwoweeksofme@gmail.com.

Cherilynn Castleman, a Fortune 500 Global Sales Executive with over 30 years of experience. Passionate about empowering women of color, Cherilynn draws from her career success to inspire audiences. Her fast-paced, light-hearted presentation style promises an adventure in learning and laughter. Highly sought-after as a keynote speaker and panel moderator, Cherilynn speaks at the intersection of sales, business, and diversity, moving sellers, individuals, entrepreneurs, and companies closer to their goals. With a stellar track record speaking for renowned organizations like LinkedIn, Salesforce, T-Mobile, Experian, and Amazon, Cherilynn's expertise is praised by event hosts. Recognized as a top sales influencer by Salesforce and LinkedIn and named one of America's 2023 Best Sales Speakers, she has authored a best-selling book. Cherilynn's dynamic speaking engagements receive rave reviews, leaving audiences inspired and motivated. Get ready to be captivated as Cherilynn Castleman takes the stage to share her wisdom and ignite your passion for success.Episode Highlights: The transition from a corporate career to founding GCI Executive CoachingThe importance of diversity in sales teams for better resultsThe "CARDS" framework: Collaborators, Analysis, Relationships, Development, and StrategyPractical tips for building lasting and effective relationships.Using the "four F's" (First, Finest, Failure, Future) to connect with people around shared experiencesThe value of seeking help, mentorship, and championing othersCherilynn emphasizes that sales today is about connecting with buyers rather than being loud or convincing. She introduces the concept of becoming "too good to be ignored" in sales, showing how women can leverage their unique skills and superpowers to excel in the profession. She also discusses the importance of building relationships, empathy, and authenticity in sales, sharing practical tips on how to connect with clients and truly understand their needs.Throughout the episode, she encourages women to embrace their inner brilliance, gain confidence, and overcome challenges, including handling rejection and hearing the word "no." She recommends the book "The Untethered Soul" by Michael Singer as a valuable resource for personal growth and self-discovery. Cherilynn's website and LinkedIn profile are highlighted as places where listeners can connect with her to access coaching sessions and valuable insights on sales, diversity, and more.Connect with Cherilynn via the following: Email: info@cherilynncastleman.comMasterful Selling website: www.masterfulselling.comWebsite: www.cherilynncastleman.com Linked: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cherilynn-castleman-5758822 -----52 Weeks of Me is hosted by Jacklyn Osborne and Erika Brooks.Check out our website - www.52weeksofme.net or follow us on Instagram @fiftytwoweeksofme.For suggestions and comments, email us at fiftytwoweeksofme@gmail.com.

Charlie Beswick is a blogger, an author, CEO of More than a Face, and a mom to 18-year-old twins, Oliver and Harry. While Oliver was born healthy, Harry was born with a craniofacial condition, meaning he had an underdeveloped face and was later diagnosed with autism. Driven to make a difference in people's lives, being a teacher (for over 16 years now), to her feels like second nature. However, despite that deep love for her calling, the challenges of raising a medically complex child made her take a two-year break from teaching. That sabbatical leave gave her time to go back and read all the journals that recorded her honest expression of her frustrations, questions, and struggles to be a mom to a child with special needs, and this formed the basis of her book Our Altered Life. Highlights:With the support and encouragement of her friends who knew about her journey, she published the book (which she wrote for 9 years), Our Altered LifeParents who reached out to thank her for speaking up for them through the book made her realize she could now help and make a difference among these parentsThus started the creation of a space where people can honestly freely and vulnerably express their feelings without being judged - This community has evolved since recording and is called S.E.N.D* Gin & Cheese Tips for parents who are just beginning on a similar journey: be organized (keep records, write thoughts and feelings), communicate especially to a spouse, and keep connected with a support systemWords of encouragement are generally considered helpful in these situations, but a safe space for honest and brutal expression of frustrations could be the long-missing link to true healingIt took her 6 years of mothering Harry before she finally admitted she needed mental health support. And now, instead of encouraging moms to be superwomen, she resonates with the huge emphasis on self-care and simple living. Apart from helping parents with special needs and diagnosis, she also works with organisations who want to better understand and support working carers. If you want to learn more from her and her journey, look her up at @ouralteredlife.com or info@charliebeswick.* S.E.N.D - Special Educational Need and Disability -----52 Weeks of Me is hosted by Jacklyn Osborne and Erika Brooks.Check out our website - www.52weeksofme.net or follow us on Instagram @fiftytwoweeksofme.For suggestions and comments, email us at fiftytwoweeksofme@gmail.com.

Carole Murko is the master of change. Her path from Wall Street Analyst, to NPR and PBS Cooking host, and now to a mindset expert, and health and self-mastery coach is what drives her passion to help others make changes in their own lives and enable them to master their own thoughts and become the best version of themselves. She proclaims, “I help people find the healer within themselves.” Carole's hallmark program is Dr. Joe Dispenza's neuroscience-based change program, CHANGE YOUR MIND…CREATE NEW RESULTS. She teaches this within corporations to corporate leaders and their teams, entrepreneurs, individuals (one-on-one), and retreat-style to groups. In addition, she coaches women on healing journeys. The program is designed to create a fundamental understanding of how our brain and body work so you can begin to master your thoughts to create your future. Highlights:Unveiling Self-Mastery: Carole's journey from a successful yet unfulfilled corporate career to becoming a healer and self-mastery coach showcases the power of embracing change and finding one's true calling. Her story highlights the importance of self-awareness and the courage to challenge societal norms to create a meaningful and authentic life path.Thoughts as Architects of Destiny: The profound impact of thoughts on our reality and destiny offers a transformative perspective. By recognizing and changing ingrained thought patterns, listeners can take the first steps towards personal growth, healing, and creating a life aligned with their aspirations.Healing from Within: Carole's emphasis on self-love and healing provides a roadmap for listeners to nurture their mental, emotional, and physical well-being. Her approach to integrating mindfulness, meditation, and conscious eating demonstrates how small changes in daily habits can lead to profound transformations.The Journey to Authenticity: Evolution from Perfectionism to Self-acceptance serves as an inspiring example for listeners seeking to break free from self-imposed limitations. Her story encourages individuals to embrace their uniqueness and find the courage to pursue their passions unapologetically.Empowerment Through Change: Navigating career shifts, health challenges, and personal growth showcases the resilience of the human spirit. Her journey underscores the potential for empowerment that lies within the process of unlearning, healing, and embracing change as a catalyst for a more fulfilling and purposeful life.The conversation touches on various topics, including the power of thoughts, the journey of unlearning and undoing negative thought patterns, the role of meditation in self-awareness and change, and the importance of self-love. Carole introduces her concept of "Love to Eat Heal," which focuses on loving oneself, conscious eating, and healing from within. She discusses how this approach can lead to positive changes in various aspects of life, such as health, relationships, and personal growth.Listen in as this episode explores the connection between thoughts, emotions, actions, and personal reality, highlighting the potential for transformation and self-improvement through mindset shifts and self-love.Connect with Carole via the following: Website: https://www.loveeatheal.comEmail: carole@loveeatheal.comFacebook: -----52 Weeks of Me is hosted by Jacklyn Osborne and Erika Brooks.Check out our website - www.52weeksofme.net or follow us on Instagram @fiftytwoweeksofme.For suggestions and comments, email us at fiftytwoweeksofme@gmail.com.

Ever since her first year in college, Grace found opportunities to soak in the business world starting with Coca-Cola, IBM, then consulting at Bain. She eventually managed the consumer line of educational software products including The Oregon Trail where that company's cool tagline "for the love of learning" attracted her to join. Following the company's successful exit, she got to work with four more startups before she decided to use all her experiences and expertise to start her own company in 2003, which she named Savvy Marketing Group. Her firm started out by working with tech companies on their marketing strategies, then added healthcare, educational, business and financial services, and non-profits as well.  After being asked to tackle coaching of leaders as well as business strategy engagements, in 2015, she rebranded her firm to be called Savvy Growth. For more info, visit Savvy Growth.Highlights:Savvy Growth - with the new name came the new thrust of helping not only companies but also individuals to grow and succeedCorporate therapist - a name given to her as she became the listening ear to all the people and all their issues including the CEO's of her clientsHappiness Advantage - having happy employees makes them flourish and be more engaged at workMental Wellness - is when the person is flourishing, joyful, happy, hopeful, and is able to cope with stressBased on the science of positive psychology, it is happiness that creates success and not the other way around. Accumulating wealth does not bring happiness. If people could learn to want what they have, then they could get off the hedonic treadmill of wanting more. If you are curious how you too could be free from this hedonic treadmill, and learn the gratitude exercises for greater happiness, Grace is the right person to guide you. Join her Happiness & Leadership community where she will share ways each week to be happier, and therefore a better leader. If you are interested in bringing improved human performance to your company, check out her HappinessWorks™ offering: Workshop Details. -----52 Weeks of Me is hosted by Jacklyn Osborne and Erika Brooks.Check out our website - www.52weeksofme.net or follow us on Instagram @fiftytwoweeksofme.For suggestions and comments, email us at fiftytwoweeksofme@gmail.com.

Niki Vinogradoff is a Finnish mindful life coach living with his wife and nine-year-old daughter in the Czech Republic.His journey to mindful coaching started at his great-grandfather's funeral when he was three. The reality of death and the thought that one day his parents will eventually die was so hard for him to handle. But it made him somehow more meditative about life. After feeling "home" at the Buddhist meditation center a year earlier, he decided to live there when he was twenty-six and stayed there for what he considered as four years of honeymoon with meditation where he had meditated 5-6 hours every day.Highlights:Mindful life coach - helps/guides clients to open and access wholeness in life through observation beyond the content of the mindAliveness -  being fully alive is a core value that leads to finding oneself at the moment instead of getting lost in itBecoming unlimited - creating the life that we want by asking what is most important to you, by setting/achieving goals; because the more we get what we want, the more we want to do for othersIt is hard to set achievable goals, but without goals, there would neither be direction nor results. The fear of failure may hinder one from identifying goals. Still, it is important to do so for a number of benefits including the dopamine blocking the cortisol from getting attached to the body while one is on the way to achieving results. Since we all desire a more comfortable experience makes setting clear goals more compulsory rather than optional. But it also requires more awareness and mindful focus to set and attain them. Should you need Nikki's wisdom and services for drawing your own goals, follow him up via the following: Email: coaching@nikivinogradoff.comLinkedIn: Niki Vinogradoff Coaching & TrainingErickson Coaching International-----52 Weeks of Me is hosted by Jacklyn Osborne and Erika Brooks.Check out our website - www.52weeksofme.net or follow us on Instagram @fiftytwoweeksofme.For suggestions and comments, email us at fiftytwoweeksofme@gmail.com.

Jeanne Collins is a single mom to a 16-year-old daughter, an entrepreneur, and the founder of JerMar Designs.After being in Corporate America for 20 years, she found herself unimaginably laid off from her good-paying executive job after her second company was restructured in 2020. Out of job, she focused on her passion for interior design and eventually turned it into a business. Her designs are mostly based on how people want to feel and function in their homes.Highlights:Reaching out - after realizing her situation, she reached out to everyone for helpTaking the risk - You don't have to know all the answers or understand it all; allow yourself to failInvesting in coaching - it is important to find the right coach to help you navigate your life and career journeyPrioritizing self and self-care - no hardcore exercise, right food, and physical detoxAfter leaving the corporate and her executive job, she came to believe that if you do what you love, you will find out how to succeed. She also resonates that nothing is more important than self-care and that it is never too late to refresh, rethink and reinvent oneself after 50 and beyond. If you need her services or what to learn from her, look up www.jermardesigns.com. Get a copy of TWO FEET IN: LESSONS FROM AN ALL-IN LIFE via this link: https://bit.ly/TwoFeetIn_LessonsFromAnAll-InLife -----52 Weeks of Me is hosted by Jacklyn Osborne and Erika Brooks.Check out our website - www.52weeksofme.net or follow us on Instagram @fiftytwoweeksofme.For suggestions and comments, email us at fiftytwoweeksofme@gmail.com.

In this special 100th episode of "Jacklyn," host Jacklyn reflects on her personal journey and shares valuable insights with Tracy, who turns the tables and interviews her. Jacklyn discusses the importance of embracing the present moment, finding the right boundaries, and cultivating a support system. Jacklyn explores the difference between perfection and excellence, emphasizing the need to challenge oneself, grow, and learn without being bound by the fear of failure. Listen in as Jacklyn highlights the significance of self-compassion, setting boundaries, and focusing on what can be controlled, all while maintaining a growth mindset.Join Jacklyn and Tracy in this insightful 100th episode as they dive deep into the lessons learned, the power of embracing change, and the importance of self-compassion and mindfulness. Discover how Jacklyn's career transition catalyzes personal and professional growth, as she navigates the delicate balance between work and life. Gain valuable insights on finding the right boundaries, striving for excellence, and designing a life that aligns with your vision. Whether you're facing a major transition or seeking inspiration for personal development, this milestone episode is a must-listen, filled with wisdom, reflection, and encouragement to embrace your journey.Highlights:Jacklyn's Career TransitionEmbracing the Present MomentBoundaries and Self-CompassionStriving for ExcellenceThe Power of Support Systems-----52 Weeks of Me is hosted by Jacklyn Osborne and Erika Brooks.Check out our website - www.52weeksofme.net or follow us on Instagram @fiftytwoweeksofme.For suggestions and comments, email us at fiftytwoweeksofme@gmail.com.

Alison is a passionate self-leadership coach who has embarked on a journey of self-discovery and transformation. Originally from Scotland and currently residing in southeast England, Alison has a diverse career background that includes fields such as anatomy research, naturopathic nutrition, charity work, and the automotive industry. She has also worked at Microsoft in IT, where she had exposure to coaching and mentoring. Alison's passion lies in helping individuals live their truth, overcome self-expression struggles, and find their authentic voice. She believes in the power of energy awareness, deliberate choices, and self-acceptance in creating a fulfilling and empowered life. Alison's experiences and insights inform her coaching approach as she guides others to live and lead themselves for long lasting work and life harmony.Highlights:The struggle for people to be themselves and express their true voice in different areas of life.The impact of chronic stress and burnout on mental health and overall well-being.The importance of creating space, slowing down, and prioritizing self-care and self-awareness.The concept of "living your truth" and the masks we wear in daily life.The need to define our standards of success and not compare ourselves to others.The role of self-acceptance and the challenge of embracing the idea of being "good enough."The benefits of self-transformation include increased calmness, happiness, and self-expression.The importance of integrating feminine energy and traits in leadership and personal development.Practical advice for listeners, including energy awareness, self-reflection, and deliberate choices.This episode explores the importance of self-acceptance and the challenge of embracing being "good enough." The conversation also delves into feminine and masculine energy and the need to value and integrate feminine traits, such as compassion and kindness, in leadership and personal development. Allison encourages listeners to notice the thoughts and beliefs that are not their own and to define their standards and truths.To connect with Allison and learn more about her coaching services, visit her website at http://www.liveyourtruthcoaching.co.uk or connect with her on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/liveyourtruthcoaching.-----52 Weeks of Me is hosted by Jacklyn Osborne and Erika Brooks.Check out our website - www.52weeksofme.net or follow us on Instagram @fiftytwoweeksofme.For suggestions and comments, email us at fiftytwoweeksofme@gmail.com.

As a child, Patricia Boulogne, or Dr. Pat, had shown particular interest and curiosity in science with the support of her father. Growing up, she was always fascinated with sunrise and sunset and was always interested in eating good food. Pursuing such interest, she studied pre-medicine but decided not to become a medical doctor during her internship. She observed that Western medicine does not seem to heal people as it should.Highlights:Chiropractor - taught her that food is important because it is the only thing people have control overWestern medicine - usually addresses the symptoms but not the root causes of the  Function and Lifestyle Management - identify the root causes of the symptoms before treating them through food, exercise, and the likesFood and lifestyle - most of the  chronic illnesses and co-morbidities are lifestyle-inducedHealth - is not merely the absence of diseases but a condition of our organs functioning hundred percent If you, too, struggle to heal diseases with conventional medicine, it's time to consider other ways of healing, especially lifestyle management. You may need to evaluate your exposure to environmental toxins and find alternatives to acquire something without exposure to harmful chemicals. She believes there is always a solution to every problem. You may check out the free webinar she offers. Or ask Dr. Pat by looking up healthteamnetwork.com or by giving her a follow on LinkedIn and Instagram.-----52 Weeks of Me is hosted by Jacklyn Osborne and Erika Brooks.Check out our website - www.52weeksofme.net or follow us on Instagram @fiftytwoweeksofme.For suggestions and comments, email us at fiftytwoweeksofme@gmail.com.

Raised in Virginia, Katherine Wintcsh is married to a great husband and has two children. She spent 15 years of her life in advertising. And then she realized that such agency is a young person's game. Then she started The Mom Complex through which she helps huge companies improve their products and services and sell them to moms. The switch gave her so much joy that she became her boss, got to control her schedule, and had more time for herself as well as for her family.Highlights:The Mom Complex - a company that helps high-profile brands to understand how moms use the products and the services they preferResearch factor - the research is designed in such a way that moms answer them honestly and accurately through opinion parties instead of focus groupsThe masked perfect mom - projecting oneself as a perfect know it all mom, according to her research is highly correlated with how bad they feel about themselvesDifferent by design - while men are wired with the ability to focus on one thing, women are wired with thoughts like a spiderwebApart from working with great brands, she is also helping women cope with the pressures of being a mom in a society that expects moms to know it all, to do it all, and to know best all the time. Although these could be considered compliments, she wants women to liberate themselves from this mental bondage by prioritizing self-care and by allowing themselves to be vulnerable just like everyone else. Now that she has tamed the "dragon of self-doubt", she is out to help other women do the same. If you want to learn from her, follow her on a different platform by looking up Slay Like a Mother.-----52 Weeks of Me is hosted by Jacklyn Osborne and Erika Brooks.Check out our website - www.52weeksofme.net or follow us on Instagram @fiftytwoweeksofme.For suggestions and comments, email us at fiftytwoweeksofme@gmail.com.

Kevin Olmsted resides with his wife and children in California where he was raised. He and his wife both had stable jobs in wine and technical respectively that enabled them to provide well for their family as well as save for vacations, trips, and special occasions. But after 23 years of wine selling, he had to stay home to take care of their child who had displayed symptoms of eating disorder.Highlights:The symptoms: Their child who used to be a very active and achieving athlete suddenly became withdrawn, and secretive and dramatically lost 30 pounds in two months.The gold standard:  Addressing the problem takes one or both parents doing it hands-on and at home.The decision: Since the family could live well enough with what his wife was earning, he decided to be the one to stay home for their anorexic child.The mental shift of perspective: Even his anorexic child encouraged him to write a book to help other families with the same or similar struggles.The need for a support system: It is important to be in a community that understands what you are going through and where you could give and take the necessary support.What he went through in the last three years and a half is written in his book Scared Dad Feeding. It is not only a record of his experiences but also a way of educating and encouraging other families who might need guidance as they take care of their children who also struggle with the symptoms of anorexia.One pressing point he wants to get across is that parents should jump to addressing it right away before it is too late.For more information and guidance, look him up on the following platforms:https://www.scareddadfeeding.comhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinolmsted-----52 Weeks of Me is hosted by Jacklyn Osborne and Erika Brooks.Check out our website - www.52weeksofme.net or follow us on Instagram @fiftytwoweeksofme.For suggestions and comments, email us at fiftytwoweeksofme@gmail.com.

Andrea Haburshka was in control of her life until she was 28 when she had her annual pap smear and was diagnosed with genital herpes. Being in a committed monogamous relationship, she thought she never had to deal with any sexually transmitted diseases. That made her feel so alone, betrayed, and suffocated. The stigma of herpes, the preconceived notions about the promiscuity of people especially females that contract herpes, suddenly became her.Highlights: From being in control of her own life, she lost her self-worth and had to settle. Nearing her 30's, she realized the real problem was her lack of self-worth. Symbolic to lavish herself with love, she sprinkled her food with pink Himalayan salt. Encouraged by her closest friend and her husband, she started advocating to inspire people who have been through life-changing situations. On a mission, she started a movement called Living Life with Herpes.If you are someone experiencing a life-changing circumstance or disease, and you need a support community, you may need help from Alexandra. Or perhaps you need a practical and realistic education on sex and STDs specifically herpes, look her up on outbreak.com, and Living with Herpes on Instagram and Youtube among others. She has also developed skin care products to address the symptoms of this lifetime disease. You may also learn from her podcast Real World Women talking about sex, money, and food.-----52 Weeks of Me is hosted by Jacklyn Osborne and Erika Brooks.Check out our website - www.52weeksofme.net or follow us on Instagram @fiftytwoweeksofme.For suggestions and comments, email us at fiftytwoweeksofme@gmail.com.

Lisa Goldenthal is the best-selling author of The Boss Weight Loss and creator of the original Skinny Jeans Workout, which sold over 100,000 units in Target and Walmart. Lisa has been featured in Life & Style Magazine, KTLA 5, CBS News, Thrive Global, and Web MD and has 20+ years of transforming clients' lives, including Cheryl Tiegs and Paul Zane Pilzer. Lisa is recognized as an expert VIP High-Performance coach, creating customized plans for clients to combat sleep deprivation, stress, and uncertain times. Lisa gets results for high-impact CEOs, Senior Executives, and Busy Entrepreneurs by holding them to the highest level of accountability to get fit while increasing success, work/life balance, productivity, and energy levels. She inspires clients to go from stuck to unstoppable in all areas of life - wellness, weight loss, business, and mindset! Lisa recently launched The 200th episode of her podcast WholeCEO Podcast where she sits down with industry leaders in business, fitness, and mindset to discuss their insider secrets to being unstoppable, wrapped around their journeys to dreaming more significant and never giving up…no matter what. Highlights: Health and wellness -- are the state of overall well-being, encompassing physical, mental, and social aspects of a person's life.Process of reinventing self-making intentional changes to one's beliefs, behaviors, and circumstances to create an improved version of oneself.Boss Weight Loss – a book to help busy executives lose weight.Weight Loss Mindset -- the most crucial aspect of weight loss is the intangibles that are more difficult for individuals to understand.Weight loss is simple -- once you have the proper system support, losing weight is simple, but it's not easy.Creating consistent metabolism -- to maintain a steady and balanced metabolic rate within the body.Taking the first step -- is the most challenging part of the process of every goal.Be unstoppable -- keep going forward and don't look back.Self-love and forgiveness -- try to forgive yourself for everything that you've done wrong.Confidence -- is believing in yourself no matter what and the ability to decide to try.Getting unstuck -- is finding one place where you're stuck and deciding to take small steps forward to the goal.Practicing Gratitude -- is the act of intentionally recognizing and appreciating the positive aspects of our lives. Weight loss is not a physical challenge but a mental one. It has been claimed that success is the sum of small efforts, repeated day in and day out. Consequently, every grand ambition in this world requires resilience and determination, and so is weight loss. Frequently, it can be challenging for many of us to commit ourselves to it continuously. However, we must realize that weight loss is simple but challenging. And that it will often require us to establish smart goals, practice self-love and forgiveness, and believe in ourselves despite our imperfections. Tune in today as we learn how to shift our goals and mindset from stuck to unstoppable and be inspired by the knowledge and expertise of our guest speaker, Lisa Goldenthal. Find her on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/misshighperformance/ or her website https://lisagfitness.com/. -----52 Weeks of Me is hosted by Jacklyn Osborne and Erika Brooks.Check out our website - www.52weeksofme.net or follow us on Instagram @fiftytwoweeksofme.For suggestions and comments, email us at fiftytwoweeksofme@gmail.com.

Andrea LaRosa is the founder of Date Smarter, a collection of services including; coaching, matchmaking, courses, and workshops designed to assist people in improving their relationships. She is the author of Get the Girl: Dating the High-Value Woman and host the Date Smarter Sexier Podcast. Andrea helps men and women around the world find and maintain healthy relationships.Erika Miley is a mental health therapist and clinical sexologist. She believes in the true power of compassion for self and others. Allow her to be an ambassador of compassion for you and how you can become more compassionate with yourself. Erika works with clients from adolescents to adults on various issues, including depression, anxiety, sexuality, couples, relationship issues, and families. She also works with both monogamous relationships and non-monogamous relationships. Erika takes excellent satisfaction in her ability to create a warm, welcoming environment for all her clients. Both LGBTQ+ and kinks are welcome in her practice. She has specific training in sex therapy and working through sexuality issues, working with those who have eating disorders or are recovering from eating disorders, as well as bariatric surgery clients.Highlights:Mental Health -- is a branch of healthcare that focuses on individuals' well-being and psychological state.Sexual Health -- refers to a state of physical, emotional, mental, and social well-being concerning sexuality.Sexual topics are taboo to discuss. -- Openness in discussing sexual topics can vary significantly across different cultures and communities.Dating Coaches are not the same. -- teaching and doing are not the same. Just because you can do something does not mean you can help others.Dating mindset -- you are just attracting more of what level you're sitting in.Sex and Mental health mindset -- being able to communicate what you've worked on in your life to help yourself understand who you are.Time to Start Dating -- sometimes there is a right time, and sometimes there is a wrong time.No one is Truly Broken. -- no human is as completely irredeemable or completely lost because people change in dire situations.It has been said that open and honest conversations about dating, sex, and mindset are the bridge that connects individuals in healthy relationships. In the past, talking openly about sexual topics has been seen as taboo and secretive. However, as society advances, it becomes more important to overcome these limitations and have open and informed discussions about sexuality. Therefore, it is essential to develop a positive mindset regarding dating and sex and how it can contribute to nurturing healthy relationships. Hence, the knowledge and expertise of people like Erika and Andrea in the field of sexology and mental health will be beneficial to us in establishing stronger and healthier connections.Find them on LinkedIn or their websites:https://www.erikamiley.comhttps://www.datesmartersexier.com-----52 Weeks of Me is hosted by Jacklyn Osborne and Erika Brooks.Check out our website - www.52weeksofme.net or follow us on Instagram @fiftytwoweeksofme.For suggestions and comments, email us at fiftytwoweeksofme@gmail.com.

Tosca DiMatteo grew up in Rochester, New York and relocated to two other states before moving to Brooklyn, where she has lived for 15 years. Growing up, she has always had an orientation of being of service to others in many different ways. Even her 20+ years of corporate life were spent mostly helping people. But being unfulfilled in the corporate world, and seeing new possibilities with the help of her coach, she shifted her entire career. She is now a transformational career and leadership coach, corporate whisperer, speaker, and consultant. She supports organizations to build human-centered cultures, and individuals to unapologetically honor their power, re/discover and show up as their authentic selves.Highlights:Career mission – help establish healthy workplaces and human-centered environmentIdeal workplace -- everybody feels heard, and seen and safe to unapologetically be themselvesCorporations -- with their resources and potential could tap their superpowers to do this world a lot of good by lifting and honoring their most essential resource: employeesSharing power – come to the understanding that leaders can garner even better results by sharing powerIt seems so utopian to look for a healthy workplace nowadays. But if you are in a place where you are kept small, you hold back, or you are not psychologically or physically safe, you have to walk away. Find a workplace where you can show up as your real self, where you are valued as a human being as just as much as a human doing. If you want to increase your awareness, and know what questions to ask, and ultimately how to break free from this pattern disserving you, learn from Tosca by following her on Instagram or at her website, toscadimatteo.com.-----52 Weeks of Me is hosted by Jacklyn Osborne and Erika Brooks.Check out our website - www.52weeksofme.net or follow us on Instagram @fiftytwoweeksofme.For suggestions and comments, email us at fiftytwoweeksofme@gmail.com.

 Maria Sirois is a clinical psychologist by training and a positive psychologist by choice. Being an intern assigned to the bone marrow floor at pediatric oncology early in her career, she saw children in their last moments of life and witnessed how families fall apart in those moments. What stunned her though was seeing how those families grow amidst those situations in a gigantic display of human resilience. This inspired her to explore more in this area of positive psychology. She wanted to be the kind of person those parents would make sense to.Highlights:Positive psychology -- a branch of psychology that touches on the area of resilience (of thriving and of bouncing back)Permission to be human -- the antidote to perfectionism or the anxiety of not being good enoughPermission to be magnificent --  a stance of personal leadership (shaping up); allowing oneself to grow towards excellence, not perfectionPerfectionism -- a distorted idea of wanting excellence that results in shaming guilt and anxiety about not being good enoughExtraordinary resilience -- most of humanity can bounce back to our level of functioning; but extraordinary resilience means bouncing forward, rising to the most excruciating momentSome people are born with a more resilient and optimistic disposition but some are not. It is important to understand that apart from it being genetic, resilience is also a choice. And a resilience habit has to be cultivated in order for us to stay calm and be inspired in order to deal with chronic stress and overwhelm. If we want to make more sense of the necessity and the benefits of resiliency, the wisdom of the likes of Maria in the field of positive psychology could greatly help us.Find her on LinkedIn or on her own website @ www.mariasirois.com -----52 Weeks of Me is hosted by Jacklyn Osborne and Erika Brooks.Check out our website - www.52weeksofme.net or follow us on Instagram @fiftytwoweeksofme.For suggestions and comments, email us at fiftytwoweeksofme@gmail.com.

Born and raised a Kenyan, Carolyn Adagala is a transformational coach who found the UK a second home since her college days. Having spent the last four years in an all-girl school, she felt shocked as she found herself the only female student among twenty boys studying computing. Although she still graduated on top of her class, that exposed her to the reality that in the tech world women had always been outnumbered by men. It has since become one of her desires to see more and more women thrive and succeed in the profession. And more so because six weeks after she landed her first job, she was fired unjustly. Her redemption happened when her manager on her second job expressed belief in her that she also began believing in herself.Highlights:Learning coaching became necessary for her when she was assigned to lead a team, which paved the way for more women in tech to come to herSeeing many women getting stuck in the medium level on their way to getting promoted made her want to dedicate her life to helping women reach the leadership positions Hard work is not enough; doing well in your job does not always guarantee recognition and promotion; getting visible is very importantSpeaking up or simply just asking questions (in meetings) is the easiest way to become visible Since women usually keep their heads down, they could also miss out on opportunities of being visible to other people -- especially people of influence. Hence, Carolyn encourages women to speak up or even just ask questions in order to become visible. Not to prove oneself all the time, but she wants women to be responsible for their growth in order to step up, learn, and take risks. If somehow you are feeling stuck and cannot seem to move further in your job and cannot ascertain the how-to's or if you are struggling with not being recognized or listened to, her contents and her tribe may just be what you need to do otherwise. You may look up Carolyn Adagala on LinkedIn.-----52 Weeks of Me is hosted by Jacklyn Osborne and Erika Brooks.Check out our website - www.52weeksofme.net or follow us on Instagram @fiftytwoweeksofme.For suggestions and comments, email us at fiftytwoweeksofme@gmail.com.

Emily Hatfield is a Mindset Coach from Bristol, England. Through her work she helps people shift their mindset from feeling lost, empty or directionless to feeling more confident in who they are, where they are and what they need to change to feel happier. With a background in Media production Emily found coaching after finding herself in her mid twenties in a chapter in life where she was stripped of her community and her career and everything she had until then identified herself with. She now uses this experience as the foundation for her coaching career by helping people re-identify with who they are by helping them identify their values, understand and challenge the stories they tell themselves, and find their truth.Truth - being clear of our own values and identity; the stories we tell ourselves and the stories told us which can only be validated in the futureCoaching - should be forward-focused thinking; it is not what happened to us that makes us, it is more of our choiceHappiness - there is no specific formula other than accepting and celebrating one's own values, beliefs, and uniquenessQuest for peace/identifying what's poking at your peace - coaching is one great way to start; choose and take time to invest in yourself to pause and noticeFear-setting - identity what you are scared of or worried about; set them aloud, prevent it, prepare how to face it and respond to it, and finally find ways how to repairIf you wish to do better at work, to identify what it is that you really want or if you want to find yourself again, it will be hard to do it on your own. You will need someone to guide you and to provide you with the company and support system. That is why coaches like Emily are there - to help you take the micro-steps and achieve micro-changes and form micro-habits which will impact your whole life. If you wish to connect with her, catch her on her own website www.emilyhatfield.co.uk or on Instagram @emilyhatfieldcoaching. -----52 Weeks of Me is hosted by Jacklyn Osborne and Erika Brooks.Check out our website - www.52weeksofme.net or follow us on Instagram @fiftytwoweeksofme.For suggestions and comments, email us at fiftytwoweeksofme@gmail.com.

Julie Easen is another corporate graduate mom who has had an extremely successful and satisfying 20 career years save the work-life balance aspect. Before leaving the corporate world, she fought hard in order to gain and keep the privilege of a once-a-week work-from-home arrangement. But even with that, it dawned on her that her children are growing with less and less time with her which made her feel like failing as a mom and the exact opposite of her high-profile success in the corporate. Her predicament culminated when she finally was offered her dream job, the place she practically had worked to reach in the last 20 years. The career she dreamed of and worked hard for had finally peaked and paid off, but since that was taking her further away from the precious time she wanted to spend with her kids, she turned it down. Hence was the colossal shift in her life. Highlights:Career promotion -- made her realize she had already achieved    everything she wanted to outside the home, but it scared her thinking    how much further it will take her away from her kids -- her top priorityCareer break -- after 20 years of chasing the corporate ladder, she    took a career break and spent time with her family; they even moved    back to the UKTransition period - the break and the transition period allowed them to    live out their principle of "family first" and led to their discovery that    their eldest was on the autism spectrumCareer refocused - instead of focusing on her career, her husband took    on the role and became the major provider for the familyNewfound passion -- the diagnosis of their son led to a lot of struggles   with the education system, paved the way to their homeschooling, and   gave her another way of helping people through homeschooling  especially during the pandemicAfter giving up a dream career in order to prioritize her children, she experienced being at a loss for six months. But with the support of her husband, she was able to pick up herself and be great in what she has chosen to do -- as a hands-on mom and teacher of her own children. Not only that she was able to adjust to the needs of her son, but she has also extended her newfound passion to help other families who consider homeschooling. With this passion, she also found another lucrative venture while being virtual with her kids 100% of the time. Without a doubt, she believes she is now where she really needs to be.If you want to learn about her family adventures, homeschooling among others, you may follow her via the following channels:https://www.linkedin.com/in/julie-easenhttps://www.wildathearteducation.comhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/homeschoolingsupportforbusyfamiliesbywildatheart----------52 Weeks of Me is hosted by Jacklyn Osborne and Erika Brooks.Check out our website -  www.52weeksofme.net or follow us on Instagram @fiftytwoweeksofme.For suggestions and comments, email us at fiftytwoweeksofme@gmail.com.

Kelley O'Keefe lives in Atlanta, Georgia. She has built a business over the past year catering and empowering women to reach their full potential in leadership, mainly to be economically empowered.Kelley spent 15 years in the sales arena before she decided to stop to prioritize herself and her health. She then took a sabbatical and started researching the problem of such leakage of high-potential females hitting the second glass ceiling in their careers.Highlights:The five main buckets of challenges women are facing     Access     Overcoming Microaggressions in the Workplace     Wage gap     Flexibility     Recognition- feeling valuedStepping up in other areas- Kelley's research confirms that as long as the women are seeing the men step up and take on some form of responsibility, then they are okay with still having the majority of the duties on them, and they are still happy.Financial Freedom- being able to retire, getting it all figured out like a path.Economic empowerment- making big girl money, controlling how you earn your money.Access Discrimination- not necessarily putting ourselves in situations or being tapped for opportunities that allow us to make big girl money or have control and clarity into what will make us economically empowered.Do you have clarity on how you get to your goals? Are you in the right spot? What help would you need? A five-year plan does not have to be immediate. But you have got to make one. And that's where Kelley's company helps; they will help you create that plan and help you recognize which avenue you need to take and how to build that plan, so you have tangible activities. You can find all of her information on https://www.linkedin.com/in/kelleyokeeffe/ and www.empoweredengagement.com.----------52 Weeks of Me is hosted by Jacklyn Osborne and Erika Brooks.Check out our website -  www.52weeksofme.net or follow us on Instagram @fiftytwoweeksofme.For suggestions and comments, email us at fiftytwoweeksofme@gmail.com.

‘Today's guest, Kath Chapman, is a photographer based just outside of London who had been depressed since an early age. In her twenties, Kath was hospitalized after trying to take her life and, following 25 years in and out of talking therapy, started using self-portrait photography to finally find her path to full recovery. It was the catalyst for healing, self-care and mindfulness while uncovering her true potential, and she now uses her innovative photography to help others to see themselves better.'Highlights:Self-portrait shoot -- she looked at her images and realized she neither hated nor felt ashamed of the woman looking back at her; instead, she saw her pain and took better care of herself holisticallyPhotography works in a visual way -- as opposed to the image in the mirror, picture images are static and therefore do not change the facts; even when you turn away from them, they would tell you the same the next time you view themIt is not a permanent fix -- photography healing serves only as  a starting point; self-care is a day-to-day job that contributes to the success of the healing processSince women especially wives and moms usually do not find time to take pictures of themselves or do not feel like including themselves in photos, Kath encourages them to take more pictures of themselves. If not for their own, they should do it for the benefit of their loved ones.Either in Face to Face or in Freedom Shoot, certain preparations are done in order to ensure that they feel safe, held and supported, and in control of the process. She also admits that this may not be for everybody. But if you are someone who had already tried almost all different means to address anxiety and depression, and nothing seemed to ever work, then visual healing is worth the try. As Kath says, "When we step into our greatest authentic selves, we don't have to be anything else... We are enough and we matter." One or more photoshoots may be what you need to see just how amazing and incredible you are. You may reach out to her socials using the link below:https://linktr.ee/feelmorecreativeSign up for her newsletter here http://eepurl.com/hGgxVb------------------------52 Weeks of Me is hosted by Jacklyn Osborne and Erika Brooks. Check out our website -  www.52weeksofme.net or follow us on Instagram @fiftytwoweeksofme.For suggestions and comments, email us at fiftytwoweeksofme@gmail.com.

Danielle Metzler is a certified primary care physician who grew up and got her degree in medicine from Maryland and went to South Carolina for residency. She is a mom of two small babies and a wife to a wonderful husband. A strong believer in a holistic approach to things but also a believer in Western Medicine, she believes in intuition. As planned she served as a hospitalist for five years to earn experience from and with physically ill people. For work-life balance, she switched to primary care which is what she had always been passionate about. B3ing in the medical profession, she has seen a lot of pain in the world. And that inspires her to use her blessings and energy to permeate positivity.Highlights: Gratitude -- being aware of her blessings is the secret to her positivity and she feels she is called to permeate itStriking a balance -- she is both a believer in a holistic approach to things at the same time a strong believer in Western and science-based medicine Vitamins/supplements -- nutrition should not be dependent on pills; it should begin in our diet (plant-based food, whole grains, fruits, and vegetables, protein) Body positivity -- accepting who you are and what your body has done as well as working towards your best self Perfection -- as a recovering perfectionist, she found freedom in the fact that perfection does not exist and is therefore not worth pursuingAs a work in progress herself, Dr. Metzler does not believe in quick-fix and diet overhauls. As much as it took years to put on extra weight, it might also take years to put it off. For her own well-being as well as for her family and patients, she advocates yoga, taking the necessary pills, body positivity, taking advantage of app exercises/workouts, ridding perfectionism, and also indulging every once in a while.To learn more from her wisdom, these are her socials:https://www.instagram.com/danileigh5https://www.instagram.com/danileighmdhttp://www.thebigredgivingbag.comhttps://campsite.bio/danileighmd------------------------52 Weeks of Me is hosted by Jacklyn Osborne and Erika Brooks. Check out our website -  www.52weeksofme.net or follow us on Instagram @fiftytwoweeksofme.For suggestions and comments, email us at fiftytwoweeksofme@gmail.com.

Kristy is a digital well-being researcher, speaker, and mom to three of her screen ages. She's also the author of Dear Digital, We need to talk. She delivers evidence-based information about the impact of digital technologies on children, adolescents, and adults' health, well-being & learning.Having personally experienced how our always-on digital culture compromises people's well-being and is counter to optimal and sustainable performance, an award-winning researcher and speaker, Dr. Kristy Goodwin, is on a mission to promote employee well-being and bolster workplace productivity in an always-on digital world.Highlights:3 Bs parents need to establishBorders & Boundaries- Time is undoubtedly an important metric. Still, we also need to have boundaries around when our child uses a device.Basic Needs- We must ensure that tech habits are not encroaching or displacing our basic needs; this applies to the kids and us adults.Boredom- We have to disconnect digitally. Our kids need to know what it is like, not constantly to be tethered to screens. It is vital for their creativity and their sense of identity.Three significant threats most adults are facing at the moment.Digital Overload- is not just about using technology but also the when and how we are using the technology.Working in incongruent ways- our digital habits have forced us to start working in tracks entirely misaligned with how our bodies and brains operate due to the constant barrage of information.Always-on culture- we are plugged in and switched on 24/7, which again is detrimental and will not result in peak performance.Multitasking is a myth- Numerous studies tell us that multitasking takes us 40% longer than had we monotask done each task in isolation, so we are working in really ineffective ways.Chronotype- is your biological predisposition to be alert and focused at particular times of the day. It also dictates when you naturally want to fall asleep.Micro steps to take to start to create deep, focused workDisable non-essential notifications or create VIP notificationsGo to do not disturb modeSwitch your device to grayscaleThe Forest AppRefrain from letting technology rob your two most important resources: time and attention. If we want our kids and teens to develop healthy digital habits, we must try to be good digital role models. If you want to learn more about digital well-being and Dr. Kristy, check her website, drkristygoodwin.com. She is also active on Instagram and LinkedIn and provides parents with information on Facebook.------------------------52 Weeks of Me is hosted by Jacklyn Osborne and Erika Brooks. Check out our website -  www.52weeksofme.net or follow us on Instagram @fiftytwoweeksofme.For suggestions and comments, email us at fiftytwoweeksofme@gmail.com.

Theresa hosts the Becoming More Me Podcast and lives in Maryland near Washington, DC, with her husband, their four boys, and their two yellow labs. She enjoys helping professional women to get out of their way with life and dial in on a work-life balance.Theresa's struggles with past traumas, high-functioning anxiety, and ADHD kept her in an ego-driven holding pattern of dissatisfaction and stress for longer than she likes to admit. Those negative feelings seemed to melt away when she began cracking the code to her nervous system, taking responsibility for her well-being, and elevating her consciousness in ways that genuinely restored her feelings of calm, clarity, and confidence.Highlights:Emotional Freedom Techniques (EFT), also known as Tapping- resolve anything you can feel. It is a program that people can take and learn how to use tapping for themselves in less time.Nervous System regulation- a big part of nervous system regulation is calming the fight or flight response. So as you tap and do that, it soothes and lowers your stress hormones, which also helps to regulate your nervous system.Band-Aid Application- with EFT tapping or nervous system regulation, you feel better over the anxiousness, and you will feel good in everything for the day. It will help you get through something and have you show up differently.Onion has layers- an analogy that with EFT, it is like peeling back the layers. As you do that, it elevates your consciousness, and new things come up.The Value of Increased Consciousness- The ability to feel that you are actually in the driver's seat of your life and to be able to open possibilities and awareness of the bigger picture.You can lower your stress hormones like cortisol by up to 43% in 10 minutes with tapping. To hear Theresa talk about it is one thing. Still, to do it and feel the shift and the change in your consciousness, or whatever the distress you are, is where the real game changer is. If you want to grab tapping sessions and learn more, you can check her websites below:www.theresalearlevine.comhttps://www.instagram.com/theresalearlevine/https://www.linkedin.com/in/theresalearlevine/https://www.facebook.com/groups/bmmweft.communityhubyoutube.com/Theresa Lear Levinehttps://www.pinterest.com/theresalearlevine/—-----------------------52 Weeks of Me is hosted by Jacklyn Osborne and Erika Brooks. Check out our website -  www.52weeksofme.net or follow us on Instagram @fiftytwoweeksofme.For suggestions and comments, email us at fiftytwoweeksofme@gmail.com.

Melody Wilding is the author of the book Trust Yourself: Stop Overthinking and Channel Your Emotions for Success at Work. She has been an Executive Coach for ten years now whose specialty caters to highly sensitive and high-achieving individuals; a speaker, a teacher of human behavior at the graduate level, and a writer for a number of leading career websites.Fascinated and extremely observant with the complexity of human behavior, even at a young age, she knew she would grow up to do something in psychology. True enough, she became a therapist at a certain online therapy company. But since that high achieving population, she catered to preferred professional guidance rather than therapy, she eventually shifted into coaching.Highlights: People pleasing tendencies - limit our trajectory because we want to get a consensus from the people around us instead of deciding on our ownBrag file - identify moments of strength where you have made yourself proud; building your muscle  for doing wellDiversify your self-esteem - do not rely on your satisfaction from your professional performanceSensitive striver - a high achiever who is highly sensitive; great leader who through great battles; about 20% of the entire populationHonor roll hangover - the endless cycle of perfectionism, people pleasing and over functioningAre you more emotional than most people? Do you usually overthink? Do you need to think through decisions before you act? Do you have the ability to sense other people's feelings? Do you struggle with people pleasing, putting other people's needs before your own? Do you function and the people around you underperform? Do you struggle with burnout? Do you normally have unrealistically high standards? If your answers are yes to most of these questions, chances are you are a sensitive striver. Although it is in reality an advantage, this can cause one a lot of pressure, stress, and a whole lot of negative emotions. If you want to learn more and manage your own sensitivity, Melody's book could help you—------------------------https://linkedin.com/in/melodywildinghttps://instagram.com/melodywildinghttps://www.facebook.com/melodywildinglmswhttps://twitter.com/MelodyWilding—------------------------52 Weeks of Me is hosted by Jacklyn Osborne and Erika Brooks. Check out our website -  www.52weeksofme.net or follow us on Instagram @fiftytwoweeksofme.For suggestions and comments, email us at fiftytwoweeksofme@gmail.com.

Erica Rooney is a wife, a mom, a chief people officer, and a host of her own podcast From Now to Next, where she empowers women to get seen, get heard, and get promoted. With all these hats she's wearing, one gets the idea that she does a lot of things. Although she admits to being a hustler by nature, her secret to accomplishing more in life is eliminating the less important activities and focusing energy and time on the majors. At 24, she thought she found her dream job at Verizon but at 27, when she realized there was not enough room for growth, she applied for hundreds of jobs. Her passion to help people since her personal training days made her fit in different HR roles which also paved the way for her executive coaching.Highlights: Burnout - her life was a show for everybody; but her burnout got her into fights with her spouse; she was less present for her kids and was not her best selfSticky floors (limiting beliefs) - most reasons why many people do not live to their most authentic selves include fear of judgment, perfectionism, and impostor syndrome, among othersRoot cause of our people-pleasing default - social constructs ingrained in our culture because we have grown in a man's world Three-step framework to recovery from perfectionism: name it, question it, shift itBenefits of listening to her podcast - when women hear other successful others with their own struggles; they realize they are not aloneIf you want to get seen, get heard, and get promoted, this Suite Whisperer may be the guide you need. If you too desire to know your worth and resolve not to accept anything less; or if you somehow struggle with impostor syndrome, the mommy wine culture, among others, Erica's podcast may help you.She is big on self-care because it is always correlated with our happiness level. When our cup is filled, we can fill other people's cups. If her message resonates with you, catch her on her podcast From Now to Next as well as on LinkedIn where she is most active and responsive.—------------------------52 Weeks of Me is hosted by Jacklyn Osborne and Erika Brooks. Check out our website -  www.52weeksofme.net or follow us on Instagram @fiftytwoweeksofme.For suggestions and comments, email us at fiftytwoweeksofme@gmail.com.

Hallie Avolio is a mom and a wife who is passionate about teaching both men and women to live their lives to the fullest by prioritizing self-love. She began her career in sales, but early on realized that corporate life with all its bureaucracy and red tape did not fit her well. But then at the same time, being a stay-at-home mom didn't either. Hence, putting herself into a predicament where her health and relationships suffered. That somehow led her to that dark path due to anger, frustration, and resentment. After having her third child, she put more pressure on herself that she got to figure everything out before she reaches 40. Soon she would realize she had to walk that path and experience such a rabbit hole in order to truly find the light which will also pave the way for her coaching career to help other people love a life limitless.Highlights:Health and wellness - so many industries related to nutrition dictate that we look a certain way, but this approach has become more destructive than helpful, especially among women who mostly feel they do not measure up resulting in negative self-talk Self-love approach - when you understand who you are and what your purpose is, you optimize your health by fueling your body with the right and nutritious food Self-awareness - two pivotal moments that served as catalysts to her massive shift: when her husband told her he was leaving their marriage and her breakdown in the dressing room Self-compassion - reframe all your negative self-talk; acknowledge the greatness within you Steps in making a sustainable shift:  do not be afraid to ask for help; step into your feelings by stating your intentions at the start of the dayWhile many of us are consumed thinking about other people's expectations of us, Hallie suggests we should approach life empowered and authentically creative. This means we have to identify around 3-5 core values and live life accordingly. If you want to learn more about self-awareness, bounce back from fears and failures, as well as figure out how else you could grow and improve your relationships, Hallie has exercises for you. The most simple of which is, to give yourself a 5-minute treat a day.Follow her on tiktok, LinkedIn, sassyhealthy.fit and Sassy Healthy Sisterhood on FB.—------------------------52 Weeks of Me is hosted by Jacklyn Osborne and Erika Brooks. Check out our website -  www.52weeksofme.net or follow us on Instagram @fiftytwoweeksofme.For suggestions and comments, email us at fiftytwoweeksofme@gmail.com.

Andrew has had a wide range of employment experience; 20 years of which in the corporate which culminated during his retirement from Merrill Lynch in 2005. It was followed by years of executive coaching, his identified passion, and his niche, specifically with high-performing executives transitioning to leadership roles. This paved the way for the creation of PQ in 2019, expertise adapted from elite sports which measure Stress and Recovery and other performance factors among high-performing executives.Highlights:Physiological Quotient (PQ) is how one's body system affects one's performance capacity. Performance is linked to wellbeing Stress - is physiologically measurable; it is directly linked to performance and homeostasis Bodily response - a product of 3 elements: genetics (indigenous factor), environment (exogenous factor), and management (which coaching can improve)Diary - everyone should keep a record and a schedule of his own performance and recovery; a recovery should be done before the set next performanceRecovery - the amount of sleep is highly correlated with one's creativity and productivity Recovery space - depending on one's personality, recovery space may vary from sleep, nutrition, sipping coffee, or indulging in other recreational activities If you are interested in understanding your own levels of stress, recovery, and burnout in relation to your performance, Andrew has a lot of wisdom to offer. Oura rings, specifically, now deliver very accurate data. This can be converted into PQ Profiles to support self and team management. If you already wear an Oura ring, why not connect with Andrew? Whether you are an executive or a plain professional who wants to improve your own creativity and productivity both at work and in your home life, PQ could be your guide. It is a great way to renegotiate how we operate in the workplace, invest in ourselves, and perform better.—------------------------Follow him on LinkedIn or at Andrew.mcdonalds@pq_perform.compq_perform.com—------------------------52 Weeks of Me is hosted by Jacklyn Osborne and Erika Brooks. Check out our website -  www.52weeksofme.net or follow us on Instagram @fiftytwoweeksofme.For suggestions and comments, email us at fiftytwoweeksofme@gmail.com.

Rachelle Houde is a strategist and storyteller who spent more than 20 years in communication and marketing. Following her departure from advertising agencies, she has been freelancing as a strategic consultant with a focus on community building. Growing up in a military family who relocated every three years, she had to learn and relearn how to adapt to a new culture every single time. Part of her personal growth was utilizing personal computers at home in order to connect with virtual communities around the world. She is currently writing a business book on leveraging the power of community management strategy in order to improve corporate culture in a hybrid world.Highlights: Community-Building is bringing people together who have common needs, desires, and interestsFreelancing - offered liberty in the projects she took on, but it lacked the intellectual conversation she neededOnline Platforms - of all the platforms she explored, there was none that matched her interests and values, hence she found the need to establish her ownHealthy communities - are built on certain sets of core values, and core values help each member learn better and get better; it is based on growth rather than scarcity; it helps members to thrive, not just surviveToxic community - where retribution and scarcity thriveIntellectual generosity - the more you share, the more you will receive; however, be careful of giving unsolicited adviceBeing isolated is detrimental to our general well-being. But being part of a community (a tribe) provides us with food, shelter, defense, and security. Being around another human being creates interactions between the synapses of our brains.If you would like to know more about the role of community and how you can participate in community building in the different aspects of life, as well as understand how it can improve the quality of your own life and that of your organization, Rachelle is a resource person to go to. She is multipresent on different social media platforms.Look for Rachelle Houde Simard or Rachelle, La Sociable.—------------------------52 Weeks of Me is hosted by Jacklyn Osborne and Erika Brooks. Check out our website -  www.52weeksofme.net or follow us on Instagram @fiftytwoweeksofme.For suggestions and comments, email us at fiftytwoweeksofme@gmail.com.

Maureen Ross Gemme spent 30 years in her corporate job and then became an entrepreneur when she created her coaching and training business called Emerge Leadership Academy in 2013. After living through her teenage years as a drug addict and an alcoholic, she had a major transformation and started her recovery journey when she was just 24. She then began her corporate career and stayed on the personal and professional growth path. She became an expert in personality by studying several personality-type assessments such as MBTI, Enneagram, and Everything DiSC. She also received her BA in psychology and MS in Education while studying human behavior at school and applied it all to her work life. Now Maureen trains corporate teams as an Authorized Partner of Everything DiSC. In her classes, teams improve their respect for each other and learn to truly value the diversity in our personalities so everyone can get along better at work. Managers improve their methods to delegate, motivate and develop their staff.Highlights:Transition: She went as far as she could in her corporate career and reached a point when starting her own business brought her next level of growthTransformation: When she decided to be clean and sober at 24, she had to change everything in her life, including the way she thought, the things she did, and the people she hung around withTips: If you are suffering in any way, get help; you are not alone; find your support people and get connectedMethod for change: release your past, forgive those who hurt you, review your belief system, manage your energy, create a plan of action, prepare for obstacles, establish your support system, and take baby steps forward every dayBreaking habits: Be conscious of your negative thoughts; for extroverts - listen more; for introverts - speak up moreThere are many different ways to find out about your personality including, Myers Briggs Type Indicator, Enneagram, Human Design, and Everything DISC. As a personality expert, Maureen shares how important it is to discover and understand your personality. Some of the benefits of doing this work are improved relationships in and out of work, better idea of what motivates you and what stresses you in the workplace, and allows better communicate with your boss and colleagues. If you want to learn more, take the personality quiz called: What animal best represents your leadership style? on her website Emerge Leadership Academy. If you are in recovery from addiction, check out Maureen's podcast called Emerge. Evolve. Lead. for People in Recovery.  —------------------------Social Mediawww.linkedin.com/in/maureenrossgemmewww.facebook.com/emergentleadershipwww.twitter.com/mrgmentor—------------------------52 Weeks of Me is hosted by Jacklyn Osborne and Erika Brooks. Check out our website -  www.52weeksofme.net or follow us on Instagram @fiftytwoweeksofme.For suggestions and comments, email us at fiftytwoweeksofme@gmail.com.

Laura is a mom and a co-founder of Yourticulture which is homestead based. Among all the hats she has to juggle, being a mom comes on top. Believing that the children are the future, she considers it best to model to them how she deals with life -- to learn how to overcome hardships and to be resilient. Instead of telling them, she prefers showing them her own picture of life. Being in an entrepreneurial partnership with her husband also makes both of them more sensitive to each other's needs and makes it easy to have each other's back at certain times. Highlights:Prioritization - a progressive daily milestone; doing better today than yesterdayHyperfocus - after identifying your priority, it is important to be focused if you want to really accomplish something in lifeCompartmentalize -- chunk the process into smaller steps and take it one at a timeSay "not yet" -  for the less important things; avoid overburdened and unrealistic expectationsMindset - is the only thing everyone can control; positive or negative thinking is apparently a choiceGoing through life, Laura has the privilege of learning a lot of positivity and resilience from people, especially from her parents and her faith. If you somehow need to address your own limitations -- especially self-limitation and negative internal dialog, consider it a treat for yourself to start the year learning from someone who empowers everyone to think limitlessly.She can be found on the following platforms:https://yourticulture.comhttps://www.instagram.com/yourticulture https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100066837886753—------------------------52 Weeks of Me is hosted by Jacklyn Osborne and Erika Brooks.Check out our website -  www.52weeksofme.net or follow us on Instagram @fiftytwoweeksofme.For suggestions and comments, email us at fiftytwoweeksofme@gmail.com.

 Hanane's long story of pain and resilience started with her eye accident when she was nine. Her months of stay in the hospital and in the house waiting for better days made her realize that remaining strong and positive are the only choice she had left. They trained her mind to become positive no matter the circumstances. She also dealt with divorce. After spending eleven seemingly less meaningful years in the corporate world, she lost her job in the same week she lost her dad. That served as her aha moment. Instead of succumbing to the pitiful situation, she got up and did something about it. How she succeeded in battling her own circumstances made her dream to help other people as well. That's how she shifted from corporate to becoming a holistic life coach.Highlights:Life coaching - a type of coaching that tackles all aspects of the person's life in order to empower and help him/her succeed; it takes the notion that personal and professional struggles are always interconnected. Steps to success: Know what you are passionate about; focus on what you can control; keep the right focus; choose the people you keep around you; take action. Tips for the confused/unaware: Take time to pause and identify what you really want and love doing so you can redirect; it is hard to keep going without a proper direction. TEA coaching principles: Thought, Emotions, Action; one must keep himself in check for limiting beliefs, emotional blockages, and inaction.Hanane believes that everything we need is within us. But we all have become too busy to understand even ourselves. We need to spend more time for introspection and reflection in order to find a better and more accurate perception of ourselves. Then we would learn what we really want, focus on what we can control, keep the right focus, choose positive people and act upon our passion.To learn more from her, look for https://www.hananeanoua.com or look her up on LinkedIn, Twitter, Instagram, and Facebook.—------------------------52 Weeks of Me is hosted by Jacklyn Osborne and Erika Brooks. Check out our website -  www.52weeksofme.net or follow us on Instagram @fiftytwoweeksofme.For suggestions and comments, email us at fiftytwoweeksofme@gmail.com.

Sue Scott is an executive and team coach, mentor, and risk management professional with over twenty years of experience in leading and coaching in the financial services industry. Sue helps Risk and Compliance professionals reconnect with what makes work meaningful and feel empowered to lead change.She is great at her work of helping leaders and teams make sense of what is really getting in the way. With extensive experience working with multi-level stakeholders in global organizations, Sue used her corporate wisdom with her coaching to helping professionals and teams make an impact in the world. Highlights:Working in the corporate world sometimes means losing a sense of identity. It's important that we know that we can get help in reconnecting with the essence of who we are and identifying our unique signature strengths.It's important that we learn to see the bigger picture of our impact on people and the world and how we are creating a culture and environment where people can and do make a difference in the world.There are times when work can be draining. When that time comes, we have to have clarity on our vision so we can connect to our sense of purpose.  Connecting with vision and purpose helps us create the intention, motivation, and commitment to change by giving ourselves a clear reason why we are making a change. In the busy and often stressful corporate environment, everyone needs the mental space coaching can provide to support creative and strategic momentum. Sue can help you reconnect with your purpose and discover how you can make an even greater impact in the world.Learn more about SSense Coaching by visiting www.ssensecoaching.com. Connect with Sue via the following: Email: susanscott.gu8@gmail.comLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sue-scott-ssense-coaching Book a complimentary a Strategy Session here: https://calendly.com/ssensecoaching/ssensestrategy —------------------------52 Weeks of Me is hosted by Jacklyn Osborne and Erika Brooks. Check out our website -  www.52weeksofme.net or follow us on Instagram @fiftytwoweeksofme.For suggestions and comments, email us at fiftytwoweeksofme@gmail.com.

Belinda Liu is a non-profit education leader, coach, entrepreneur, nature-inspired visionary and co-host of the Gratitude Blooming podcast. Her superpowers are shining a light on people's strengths, bringing them out into the world, and creating life-changing tools and experiences for deep, catalytic growth. She co-founded two purpose-driven businesses, Gratitude Blooming and Hestia Retreat Center, to create new paradigms for personal and group transformation using nature, art and self-inquiry.Belinda Liu is a lover of gratitude, nature, and art and works to hold a space helping people come back home to themselves. She sees her career journey as a scavenger hunt where she had to do a lot of life experiments. Passionate about supporting children who are normally left at the mercy of their parent's decisions, she started out as a classroom for a couple of years. But realizing that it is the parents who actually need more support in order to better care for their children, she proceeded to study education policy.It was a fulfilling journey for a decade that she took learning and aligning the education system from the administrators to the teachers to the families and to the students. After a decade, she took the rabbit hole where she was more focused on accelerating inner transformation in order to bring about large-scale outer transformation. Highlights: Her "Aha" moment: Regardless of her passion for teaching, she knew it was time to consider another path when her life went out of balance Reset and Rebuild: She needed to change environments; applied for Full Bright and went to ChinaPersonal Growth: She realized it is a significant need in the world; she tried to figure out how the entire process can be learned and shared with others Life experiments/explorations: Of all the content resources she had been sharing online that people could use for personal growth challenges, gratitude turned out to yield more results in their lives.She believes that gratefulness, when life is good, is one thing. But it is when you're struggling and handling grief and stresses that gratitude truly matters. She is a co-founder of Gratitude Blooming and Hestia Retreat Center in Manchester California. Pre-Covid, it is where she invited friends and family to enjoy having space to do group and self-retreat, connect with nature and heal. Recently, they made a setup allowing individuals to do self and intimate group retreats.If you want to understand more about Gratitude Blooming and healing with art and nature, you may search www.gratitudeblooming.com and www.hestiamagic.com for your retreat needs.GIFTS FOR YOUR LISTENERS:FREE 3-MONTH ACCESS to the digital Gratitude Blooming card deck for them to use for 2023 intention setting and goal setting. bit.ly/grateful315% off OUR SABBATICAL PACKAGES for "burnout rehab" at our retreat center for 52weeks communityhttps://www.hestiamagic.com/sabbatical15% OFF DISCOUNT GRATITUDE BLOOMING SHOP with this promo code: 52weeks if you use this link, it'll automatically get applied at check out:  https://shop.gratitudeblooming.com/discount/52weeks—------------------------52 Weeks of Me is hosted by Jacklyn Osborne and Erika Brooks. Check out our website -  www.52weeksofme.net or follow us on Instagram @fiftytwoweeksofme. For suggestions and comments, email us at fiftytwoweeksofme@gmail.com.

Christina Woods is an RTT Hypnotherapist, a Reiki Master, a coach, and the CEO and founder of Wise Woods Hypnotherapy and Coaching from San Diego California. With a thirty-year corporate career in the higher education space guiding and mentoring staff, students and their families, she had been in a position where coaching had been like a way of life but without labels and proper training. Those three decades apparently brought out the best and the worst in her.  But it had also helped her develop the skills she needed in her newfound career, RTT coaching.Highlights:•Trauma – born to teenage parents who were also dealing with their own teenage issues; her survival skills started as early as age 5; no one else was in charge so she had to figure her way on her own•“Not enough” syndrome – going through a divorce after 25 years, having a hustler mindset, becoming a supermom; still unhappy•Hypnotherapy – a very natural state; going in and out of the brain waves; accessing the subconscious•Familiar vs. Unfamiliar – the mind learns by repetition; hence, based on what came up in the first session, there is a custom-made audio for the client to listen to in order to replace the old, familiar beliefs and replace them with the unfamiliar new beliefs and habits•Self-sabotage – negative self-talk; thoughts – feelings – actions; the repeat pattern in your life shows your thoughts are programmed a certain way, not because you believe it is correct but because it made you feel safe as a child• Simple Steps -- change your self-talk; get curious, get help; evaluate your beliefs, notice the little thingsHer brand of coaching makes people look inward knowing that the answers are inside them. They only need to take time to be quiet and listen to their intuition will peak. And hypnotherapy is the process that makes new unfamiliar but healthy suggestions in order to bring about transformation quicker than other traditional coaching brands. Hypnosis shows how our mind is always open to suggestions and responds even to thoughts. But we have to be open to the process if we want the real transformation to occur in our lives.If you want to hear, take advantage of the materials she gives away for free or if you would like to have an hour with her, look her up on wisewoods.com.—------------------------52 Weeks of Me is hosted by Jacklyn Osborne and Erika Brooks. Check out our website -  www.52weeksofme.net or follow us on Instagram @fiftytwoweeksofme. For suggestions and comments, email us at fiftytwoweeksofme@gmail.com

Jillian Kaplan is currently working at Dell Technologies which focused on 5G and Telecom Thought Leadership. She has been in the Telecom sector for about 17 years.She currently resides in Massachusetts with her husband, daughter, and dog. One of her passion is helping rescue dogs as they foster a couple of hundred dogs in and out of their house. Highlights:Working in a male-dominated field, she learns to embrace diversity and use that difference as a superpower to bring a unique perspective as a woman. Disagreeing with kindness includes the tone of your voice, how you deliver words, waiting for your turn to speak as a show of respect, and using kind communication.Top tip: You can't get upset when they don't read your mind for what you want; they cannot read minds so you've got to communicate what you want. In moments where absolute tragedy and trauma strike, there are two options: to stand up and fight or accept the situation and live with it. Selfish and self-care are both good- it is good to be selfish and take care of yourself.You can take something horrendous and turn it into something big such as turning your mess into a message.She is a strong believer in ‘Technology for Good' and works to bring it to the forefront of all messaging. She is a long-time Telecom industry veteran. Before Dell Technologies, Jillian spent 14 years at Verizon. She joined Network Engineering during the launch of FTTP (FiOS), where she managed over a billion dollars in inventory in the Central Offices. While working, Jillian received a Technical MBA and upon completion, started a new role in Product Management where she managed a B2B SaaS. She went on to various tasks in Marketing Operations and Sales Enablement. She believes in turning her mess into her messages. She is an author, speaker, and believer in paying it forward and helping women in the industry find their voice and share their accomplishments. If you want to know more from her, you can look for @therealjkaplan on Twitter and Instagram or /jillian-kaplan on LinkedIn. Disclaimer: The views in this podcast Jillian's and not Dell's.—------------------------ 52 Weeks of Me is hosted by Jacklyn Osborne and Erika Brooks.Check out our website -  www.52weeksofme.net or follow us on Instagram @fiftytwoweeksofme.For suggestions and comments, email us at fiftytwoweeksofme@gmail.com.

Alex Tremble is a career culture coach whose passion is helping organizations create a culture necessary to attract, retain, and develop leaders to achieve their visions and missions. Apart from the efforts dedicated to promoting diversity, equality, and inclusion in the company, he strongly believes that the best way of providing value to people's lives is by helping them progress in their professional and personal lives. He enjoys working with companies whose vision and mission include moving leaders to the ranks towards senior leadership positions and thereby progressing and succeeding in life.  Highlights:Experience -- his inclination into the field of coaching that he is practicing today came to him not in just one pivotal moment but in a long progressionRelationship Building Model: 1. Mindset Change (you cannot succeed alone; you succeed through alliances) 2. Internal Clarity (categorize what you want and what you have access to 3. External Clarity (where are those people; who are the right people 4. Behavior Choice (shaking people's hands; looking people in the eye; choosing the right words) Mentorship from exceptional people is critical to having your mindset changed and getting your eyes opened to possibilities; hang out or just be around these people to attract success; ask them for adviceNegative Thoughts and Shame -- are mostly influenced by how we compare ourselves to others; while we only need to compare ourselves to past selves and how we performed previouslySetting goals -- things will definitely change and so will your goals; just keep movingHe authored the books Reaching Senior Leadership and  The GPS Guide to Success to help people navigate the leadership ranks. To debunk the notion that opportunities and eventually success come through hard work, he started his own podcast, The Executive Appeal. It must be hitting significantly that it has transitioned to live events where organizations invite him to get CEOs and top leaders to discuss what it takes exactly to move to the ranks upwards. Here, he teaches people, he discusses executive presence including the way they groom and dress up as well as financial education.If you want to gain more insights on how to succeed personally and professionally, find Alex on Tiktok, Youtube, LinkedIn, and his personal website AlexTremble.com.----------52 Weeks of Me is hosted by Jacklyn Osborne and Erika Brooks. Check out our website -  www.52weeksofme.net or follow us on Instagram @fiftytwoweeksofme. For suggestions and comments, email us at fiftytwoweeksofme@gmail.com.

Izzy Gessel, who had always wanted to become a stand-up comedian, started his career as a schoolteacher. But for years now, he has combined both in a career that widened his influence specifically as a well-rounded writer, keynote speaker, facilitator, and author among others. This choice resulted not only from searching for his life purpose but more from what he really wants to do, what he is good at, as well as what brings him an income and a quality life. A hugely self-made organizational alchemist, his quest involves creating something extraordinary from ordinary things and people. The most important tool he utilizes to achieve this lofty goal is Improv theater. He believes that one teaches what he needs to learn and that's what he has gained with Improv.Highlights:Organization - is a system of relationships; we can change organizational culture by changing individuals or by giving them insight into something about themselves they feel special aboutHumor - as opposed to comedy which is a genre of drama, humor is actually a perspective of looking at life; both are used for one end -- laughterSpontaneity - similar to mindfulness; being present at the moment and the opposite of planning for the futureCatastrophizing - is similar to negative self-talk; opposite of positive psychology, situations where one expects the worst possibility instead of the best one Improv -- teaches people to rely on as well as support each other; and to move on quickly even after making mistakes hence resulting in psychological safety and authenticityBeing one of the 15% of NSA's members to have been designated a Certified Speaking Professional (CSP), in addition to his Improv-themed books, no wonder his clients include leading names and institutions in their respective industries.If you are someone or if you belong to a group whose culture needs revamping in order for its members to thrive and become the best version of themselves, have yourself, enrolled in any Improv classes available online, or follow Izzy and the courses he offers. He is indifferent to platforms including LinkedIn, Instagram, and his own website is izzyg.com.----------52 Weeks of Me is hosted by Jacklyn Osborne and Erika Brooks. Check out our website -  www.52weeksofme.net or follow us on Instagram @fiftytwoweeksofme. For suggestions and comments, email us at fiftytwoweeksofme@gmail.com.

14 years ago, somewhere along the 26 long years, she spent in the corporate world, Cressida got training in coaching. Around that time, coaching was only almost exclusively associated with sports and the academe. It was almost unheard of in the business world. But the philosophy of coaching where people are given the freedom to process and work things out for themselves is what originally attracted her to the discipline.While she was very lucky and grateful for the huge success she enjoyed, and despite being the epitome of what most women would aspire to be, she had increments of realizations that made her consider there must be something better away from that life. Highlights:Her identity was based solely on who she was at work -- and yet the organization she dedicated  all her time and soul was making decisions she did not agree with and was not reflecting her own valuesWhy the shift after 14 years? Because she would like to help more women the way she would want to be helped when she was in her 30s.Who she caters to? People who suffer from impostor syndrome, lack of confidence, and seeking personal brand Exercise for Personal Branding: first four steps are Inward looking (Your story, your passions, and purpose, your values, your skills); the remaining three are Outward looking (behavior, communication, imaging) Benefits of having an established personal brand: Self-discovery, having a "set apart" identity; and being the primary voice that influences the narrative about youWhy do many of us struggle with confidence? Social norms of our formative years dictate our insecurities; we're paid and valued lessHer definition of success years ago was the classic: having a good career, and having money that enables you to make choices without giving it so much thought. But now, things have changed. Along with that change, she has now greater joy in helping people, especially women discover their real power and potential. Her firm works with teams and organizations but is predominantly caters to helping women because she understands how difficult it is to be a minority in the workplace. If you want to break free from impostor syndrome, lack confidence, and want to discover your own personal brand, Cressida may be the coach you need. Follow her on LinkedIn or at www.chrysecoaching.com----------52 Weeks of Me is hosted by Jacklyn Osborne and Erika Brooks. Check out our website -  www.52weeksofme.net or follow us on Instagram @fiftytwoweeksofme. For suggestions and comments, email us at fiftytwoweeksofme@gmail.com.

In the eyes of the majority, Cory Carlson was making it huge and was already a winner in the corporate world before he discovered coaching. But when he did, he became a better person, husband, father, and leader. So to speak, he became a real winner from his own home first. Since then, it became his lifelong cause to make other people make it really big in life by following the same formula -- Win at Home First.Highlights: Outside perspective -- he couldn't go to his boss and his colleagues to admit his incompetence; he needed the outside perspective to be more open and honest Simplicity -- with the availability of too much overwhelming information out there, the guidance of a coach makes every step clear and simple Biggest Takeaways from coaching-- You're not alone; identify and call out your head trash (negative self-talk) and replace them with the truth; identify priorities in order to excelWork-life balance -- Family first (set expectations and revisit how you executed); but make sure you deliver as expected at workWin at Home First --He strongly believes that at a certain  point, home life will sneak up and affect all other aspects of the corporate jobWhether married or not, people have families or buddies in the house or friends in whose relationships they are most invested. In order to help someone live to the fullest, Cory helps his clients navigate life by advancing sense of purpose over performance and ultimately by winning at home first. To learn more about him and the steps to winning in life, follow him at @carlsoncory and www.corymcarlson.com.----------52 Weeks of Me is hosted by Jacklyn Osborne and Erika Brooks. Check out our website -  www.52weeksofme.net or follow us on Instagram @fiftytwoweeksofme. For suggestions and comments, email us at fiftytwoweeksofme@gmail.com.

 Cathy Rowland is a Women's vitality coach with 29 years of interior design expertise.Almost everybody all over the world would associate health and wellness with the proper diet, exercise, and sleep, among others. Equating it with the space and interior design of homes as well as offices is almost unheard of. Being a women's vitality coach, in addition to prioritizing self-care as well as self-awareness, space design is the special ingredient she offers her clients. Designing Space for Wellness is the course she created for this.Highlights: Self-care should be at top of our priorities because we can't fill an empty cup Debunk Limiting beliefs  such as metabolism gets slower as we grow older but that doesn't mean we cannot make better choices Ketosis - through intermittent fasting, the body resets and burns fats instead of retaining itFirst steps to wellness - cut out sugar and sugary drinks, and processed foods; increase sleeping hours; track your steps in 21 days The most taken-for-granted aspect of wellness - making our home and office space our own oasis or haven Less is more - declutter, get rid of, and discard the things you do not need or like and give them away to others who need them and might find joy in using themWomen's instincts make them natural nurturers. They plan out keeping up with everybody's needs and forget about themselves. With a long to-do list, they usually come in last or never at all. This and the vicious cycle of self-neglect among women is what Cathy stands up to stop. She emphasizes that wellness does not only come from what we consume but also from the environment that we see and the space we move about. Curious about how she does it, follow her on FB, Instagram, and LinkedIn where she is most active.----------52 Weeks of Me is hosted by Jacklyn Osborne and Erika Brooks. Check out our website -  www.52weeksofme.net or follow us on Instagram @fiftytwoweeksofme. For suggestions and comments, email us at fiftytwoweeksofme@gmail.com.

Brian Dorheim is a leader and coach who believes first of all that his way from the dark and into the light has been through his personal relationship with Jesus Christ. Growing up, he worked with various non-profits to make an impact in the local community. Even prior to his coaching years, he always desired to make connections and influence change within individuals and organizations. From physical to spiritual, emotional, and psychological, he desires to help individuals and teams become the best version of themselves.Highlights: What does it entail to be a culture coach? It is about seeing potential, understanding the layers of culture in an organization, and helping each individual own the role they play Is there such a thing as an ideal culture? No, but the foundation of every healthy culture is psychological safety How to achieve psychological safety? Being able to be your authentic self, having the liberty to discuss even the most uncomfortable topics, including personal losses, pains, and other traumatic experiences Benefits of openly communicating about our pain? Healing; simply having listening ears for our deepest pains has a restorative effect Advice for those who are on the receiving end? Take time to listen and do not attempt to change topics when people try to open up regarding their deepest pains and lossesA rainbow baby is a child born after parents experience a pregnancy or infant loss. While most of us celebrate the rainbow, we haven't seemed to normalize talking about the storm and thereby not allowing their memories to live on and be entwined with our own. This is one of the advocacies that Brian emphasizes. If pain or loss is part of your story, you owe it to yourself to openly discuss it, especially with the ones who matter most to you. Your trauma, though devastating, can be your advantage to help others who might go through similar experiences. If you wish to learn more from him or want someone to listen to the things you have long buried, you might find a listening ear in him on LinkedIn or at dorheim.com. ----------52 Weeks of Me is hosted by Jacklyn Osborne and Erika Brooks. Check out our website -  www.52weeksofme.net or follow us on Instagram @fiftytwoweeksofme. For suggestions and comments, email us at fiftytwoweeksofme@gmail.com.