Chaos Queens

"We've got to remove the stigma and we've got to take our power back."  - Colleen Tatum   After living through a crazy wildfire that displaced her family, and her whole community for months, Colleen Tatum reframed her intentions surrounding money and the power we give it.   Colleen encourages those who are struggling with money mindset to: Know what's coming in Know what's going out Make a plan to change Connect with Colleen: www.themoneymatriarch.com www.instagram.com/colleentatummoneymatriarch https://www.tiktok.com/@moneymatriarch?_t=8V8u7Wod8tK&_r=1    

Normalizing emotions and recognizing life will have ups and downs, ebbs and flows is how we become more present and enjoy life for it's moments.   Marissa Pablo is a mom, life coach, beauty expert, podcaster, and best hype girl ever!   Connect with her on IG: @moment_coaching @volumeandvibespodcast

How can you use time to your advantage? Let's explore a few options to make that clock work FOR you instead of AGAINST you!   This was originally recorded through the Wisdom APP which you can download and follow me for more chats! https://app.wisdom.audio/talks/84ca777e-c0e3-11ec-a1ce-0e6aee9420d7 For more notes on Time Management see my blog post: https://www.shannonbally.com/blog/timer

Kindness matters. There are different levels of kindness and we will be diving into these in later episodes this month, but in a nutshell the three levels of kindness are the: Individual kindness Relational Kindness Global kindness   “My wish for you is that you continue. Continue to be who and how you are, to astonish a mean world with your acts of kindness. Continue to allow humor to lighten the burden of your tender heart.” —Maya Angelou.   https://youtu.be/CzfYcW3EWwY

Kimberly and Joel Walton have written Words to Love By - Elemental Building Blocks of a 'Wildly Successful Marriage' and this week's episode focuses on relationship building and forging ahead through conflict as we navigate this new post-covid world together.   Kimberly shares the 5 F's of relationship conflict and why some relationships are focused on the wrong F's. Find out what they are and what you should do to help strengthen your relationships during and after a conflict.   Don't forget to get on the mailing list for Words to Love By HERE   And connect with Kimberly and Joel about the book:   Instagram: @_wordstoloveby_ Facebook: www.facebook.com/wordstolovebybook     Connect with Kimberly at: www.cherishedwives.com

Ashley DeLuca is an entrepreneur and newly single mom who is navigating the waters of divorce during the pandemic.   Ashley is proof that you never have to settle for more than you deserve and that you must be your own advocate in order to truly get what you want.   Bio: As a podcaster and keynote speaker, Ashley DeLuca is widely regarded as the go-to source for all things email marketing for e-Commerce and service based businesses. She has been featured on Thrive Global, Funnel Magazine, GoDaddy, Mind of George and many others. Ashley will be the first to admit that she's obsessed with avocados, sea turtles, and email marketing. (And won't ever pass up a good cup of coffee!)   Connect with Ashley: www.ashleykdeluca.com

“How we think shapes how we live.” -Jennie Allen, Get Out of Your Head   There are 4 main types of procrastinator - The Performer, The Self-Deprecator, The Overbooker, and The Novelty Seeker, according to businessinsider.com  ( https://www.businessinsider.com/main-types-of-procrastinators-how-to-avoid-accountability-coaches )   You are a Performer if - You wait until you are under the pressure of a deadline to get your task done.   You are a Self-Deprecator if - you make excuses like “I'm lazy” or “I'm stubborn” in order to put off doing what needs to be done   You are an Overbooker if - your excuse is that you are too busy instead of facing a challenge or admitting you don't want to do something (you create chaos in order to avoid certain tasks)   You are a Novelty Seeker - if you have shiny object syndrome and can't focus on one thing, or follow through to get things done.   Do any of these sound familiar or resonate with you? I'm definitely a Chaos Creator, mixed with a bit of Performer. Follow Chayla Gustin @boldxbrazen Follow Desiree Taylor @desireemtaylor   Blog Post about time: https://www.shannonbally.com/blog/timer

Leave 2021 behind but not before wrapping up the year with a review! What better what to wrap up your year than looking back on what you've accomplished and reflecting on what you may want to do differently (or the same) next year.   Here are some fun downloads to help kick start your reflection time.   https://drive.google.com/file/d/17sjGYxfp4dt3GuaRnUra-gyzdjHYA_uT/view?usp=sharing   End of year review for Kids: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1EwHwaED22ytxxeo1newJQPJY-GStY2So/view?usp=sharing   Sign up for Ali Edwards One Little Word workshop: www.aliedwards.com  

The Next Best Thing - A Breast Cancer Survivor Story with Mary Phillips (Philstetler) Mary is a mom, wife, entrepreneur, nurse educator and so many other amazing titles. She also kicked cancer's ass and is here to share her story!   Meditation program - https://gabbybernstein.com   Mary Phillips Philstetler - connect on Facebook  https://www.facebook.com/mary.phillips.7583   Nangai Oil Treatment   

Let's face it, the world has been flipped, turned upside don since March 2020.    Here's a few tips on staying motivated with your goals.   1) Make a Game plan 2) Enlist a Buddy 3) Start Small and Build Momentum $)Remember WHY and WHERE you started 5) Consistency   See full notes: https://www.shannonbally.com/blog/5-ways-to-stay-motivated  

Never underestimate the power of tiny resets throughout your day. Here are some of my best tips to feeling like you are conquering life, not the other way around: 1. Reset your kitchen before bed. Spend 2-5 minutes getting things in order. 2. Pick out your clothes for tomorrow. 3. Meditate 4. Journal your thoughts. 5. Go outside, move your body. 6. Drink water.   For all the details on this episode check the original blog post: https://www.shannonbally.com/blog/small-resets

This week, we are showcasing an interview from The Classy and Real Show with Raquel Bedoya. Raquel and I discussed some tips on how to gain control of the chaos in your life during a global pandemic (and any other chaotic time) and how to give yourself grace during a crisis.

Find the original full blog post HERE   Find your baseline:   Make sure your basic needs are met. Food, water, shelter, physical safety and security.   Then answer:   What are your problems? Brain dump everything you feel is causing you to stress out or be in a perpetual state of chaos.   Then what are possible solutions? Brain storm!   Look to the future. How do you make sure you don’t get back to this place of chaos? STEP 1: What will you no longer tolerate? Now that you are back to baseline, what events, behaviors, or tasks will you no longer tolerate. Decide this now, when there is a lull in the chaos and as things get more hectic and chaotic in your life, you will already have the boundaries in place to fall back to. STEP 2: What are you willing to accept? I’m not delusional, I am fully aware that there are some things you won’t be able to avoid. But, for the most part, YOU get to decide what you will accept in your life, relationships, home, job, diet, inner voice, ALL THE PLACES.

This episode audio is pulled from a video I recorded for my Facebook audience. Special content can be found on my blog post at www.shannonbally.com

Jalynn Schroeder is a wife, mom to two and has always been an entrepreneur at heart! Jalynn started out blogging at The Red Closet Diary over 10 years ago as an outlet while dealing with a rocky first marriage. Through blogging she was able to make and create an income by being involved in what she loves most: fun fashion and sharing!  In May of 2016 Jalynn joined SeneGence, a long lasting cosmetics and anti aging skin-care company. With SeneGence she was able to build a multi-million dollar team and build an awesome community, all while growing in ways she never thought possible. In November of 2018 Jalynn launched her shop, The Red Closet Shop. As her ultimate dream to own her own shop and offer fun, unique and bold styles for all body types, she did just that!  Jalynn is passionate about sharing her story and helping other women do the same. From PCOS, anxiety, diastisis recti, suicide, to most currently going through a massive spiritual awakening, she shares it all in hopes to help others not feel so alone or silenced when going through these same things.    Connect with Jalynn on IG: @JalynnSchroeder On the inter webs: theredclosetdiary.com

This week on the podcast, I'm interviewing mama and routine queen Ashley Brown from Routine and Things. Listen in for all Ashley's tips for creating routines that help you thrive. We discuss Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs, how to choose routines that fit your current season of life and how to use routines for self care.   Ashley Brown is a stay at home mom, educator, and founder of Routine and Things, a platform dedicated solely to helping moms experience the power and peace of home using intention and routines. Through her binge worthy podcast, The Peace of Home Podcast, she makes it clear it’s her mission to equip as many moms as possible with creating abundant homes and using the power you possess to consistently achieve peace in your home and life.   When setting up your routines: Is it realistic? Is it manageable? Is it fun? Is it flexible?   Connect with Ashley: instagram.com/routineandthings.  The Peace of Home Podcast routineandthings.com/podcast.   Get your Capsule Menu Instructions Here  

This week's mini episode features quotes by the amazing Brene Brown and Maya Angelou. I'm taking you through a Self-Love series and I'd love to hear what you think about these quotes. “Talk to yourself like someone you love” - Brené Brown “Let go of who you think you’re supposed to be and embrace who are.” - Brené Brown “Live as though life was created for you.” - Maya Angelou

This week we are talking all things self-care with Life Coach and Self Care guru Tami Hackbarth.   Tami is a life coach for ambitious women who want to get their energy and time back so they can go after their big life dreams.   Tami believes in progress over perfection and that finding time for self care doesn't have to follow the "all or nothing" mentality, even 5 minutes of carving out time to take care of yourself can make a big impact.   Connect with Tami: www.tamihackbarth.com www.instagram.com/tamihackbarth Facebook    We also mentioned Carly Adams from www.tidyrevival.com.  You can check out Carly's episode about organizing and clutter busting : Episode 20 with Carly Adams

It's easy to get down on yourself when things don't go according to your plan. Here are a few quick tips on how to give yourself a confidence boost so you can continue to show up for yourself and your goals:   1) Write a BADASS List. See my video here 2) Poll your friends on what they think are your greatest strengths 3) Create something new. Suck at it. Refine it. It's just a starting point. 4) Practice Positive Affirmations and Positive Self-Talk 5) Visualize yourself accomplishing your goals   Don’t for one second forget that you have pulled yourself from the ashes of your former self many times before. Change and growth are challenging. If they weren’t it would be too easy to slip back into what once was. The change and growth morphs you into someone who can no longer fit the mold of the old you.  Don’t cry over your inability to fit your square peg self into the circular hole of the old you.   See full notes at www.chaosqueens.org

In this week's episode we are chatting with Leah Hadder from the Sash Says podcast.   Leah gives us all the scoop on staying confident while striving for your goals and not letting haters' drama bring you down!   We discuss history of beauty pageants, stereotypes of beauty queens, and all the costs and preparations associated with competitions.   Leah's advice for conquering your chaos: "We only have X number of years and you're not promised tomorrow" so go after your dreams with your whole heart!     Leah Hadder has been involved in the pageant industry for over 17 years as a contestant, judge, emcee and director. She has competed in numerous pageants across Alabama,  Arkansas, and Tennessee winning multiple titles and side awards. She has appeared on Arkansas Educational Television Network as well as Good Morning Arkansas. She founded SASH: Pageant Consulting in 2018 and has coached many contestants. Leah is also the host for her recently launched podcast, SASH Says, a podcast dedicated to connecting pageants, people, and purpose.       Social Media: www.facebook.com/sashpageantconsulting www.instagram.com/leahhadder www.instagram.com/sashsayspodcast www.twitter.com/LeahHadder   Email: lhadder_pageants@yahoo.com

I can’t even begin to touch on the impact Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. had on the country and the world with his message. “I have a dream” is a phrase so powerful that some people can’t even utter it without getting goosebumps. Dig into that. What is your dream? If you could live your best life, what would that look like for you? What would you need to change to get closer to that dream being a reality? 3 Tips for using Dr. King's motivation and momentum to making lasting change: -    Volunteer for an organization you believe in. If you want help finding the best fit for you check out volunteermatch.org -    Write a Letter to your local Senators (Find them HERE) or Representative (Find their contact info HERE) -     Pay for the coffee of the person behind you in the drive thru OR let someone go ahead of you in line at the grocery store/target/insert your favorite place with lines here!

Our first quote is from a poet named Atticus.   Atticus: “The world’s most tattoo-able poet”   Check out more Atticus poetry at atticuspoetry.com or just open Pinterest and you’ll probably see at least one of his poems.   Our second quote is from Trent Shelton.A Trent Shelton is a former NFL wide receiver that is now considered one of the most impactful speakers of this generation. He reaches over 60 million people weekly through hard hitting videos and unprecedented engagement. Though based in Fort Worth, Texas with his wife and two children, Trent connects with people all over the world through his speaking engagements.   Check out his new podcast: Straight Up with Trent Shelton   Our final quote of the week is by Abraham Maslow and it's so goooooood!   Abraham Maslow was an American psychologist best known for creating the Maslow’s Hierarchy of needs - "a theory of psychological health predicated on fulfilling innate human needs in priority, culminating in self-actualization" (wikipedia.com)   For quote cards check the full show notes at chaosqueens.org

Come on the mindfulness journey with me as I pick the brain of the Mindful Coach, Ashley Rainsbarger.   Ashley is a mindset mentor and quantum healer for coaches and other experts. She uses the power of mindset work and quantum physics to remove the mental barriers that keep you from reaching the next level in life and business.   I'm completely fascinated by everything quantum physics right now and this conversation with Ashley was amazing and enlightening.   Throughout our conversation Ashley touches on - mindful journaling and how powerful it can be - emotional constipation - how emotional health effects physical health - Reiki healing - quantum physics - how creating an intentional morning routine can help you on your way to leading a more mindful life   There is so much information packed into this episode!   Make sure to connect with Ashley on Facebook.       The book I mention in the episode by Dr. Joe Dispenza is Breaking the Habit of Being Yourself: How to Lose Your Mind and Create a New One

This week's mini episode features quotes by Erma Bombeck, Sheryl Crow, and C.S. Lewis.   Check the show notes at www.chaosqueens.org for more details.

    Use the THRONE(S) Method to help you live your best life in 2020 and beyond.     I've taken my best tips on advancing in each area of your life so that you can set the best foundation possible for your year and many years to come.   Time Hydrate Restore/Pray/Meditate Observe/Visualize Narrate/Note Taking/Journaling Exercise (Sex)   Check out the details on this episode and grab the full show notes at www.chaosqueens.org  

This week's quotes for the Mini Episode: "You were born to stand out in this sit down world; and the moment you realize that trust is the gateway drug to self-love, you step into your power." - Judy Holler, Fear is My Homeboy   "I would rather be ashes than dust! I would rather that my sparks should burn out in a brilliant blaze than it should be stifled by dry-rot. I would rather be a meteor, every atom of me in magnificent glow, than a sleepy and permanent planet. The function of man is to to live, not to exist. I shall not waste my days in trying to prolong them. I shall use my time."  - Jack London   "and little by little, she found the courage for it all." - JD Hard, author war, over easy: a poetry collection   Make sure you check www.chaosqueens.org for graphics and links to these authors' works.

This week I get to tap into the brain of my good friend and queen of organization - Carly Adams from tidyrevival.com I always love chatting with Carly because she is one of the nicest people you'll ever meet and she is so forthcoming with information that will help conquer your chaos. In this episode, Carly gives us her top 5 tips on decluttering your home: Know that there is no magic Less is more Everything has a home Slow down, and figure out the solutions to each problem Little resets Carly also gives great gift ideas as well as mentioning a few wonderful organizations that you can donate items to that will really make a difference: WEAVE  and Women's Empowerment Make sure you connect with Carly on her website, get signed up for her awesome newsletter and follow her on Instagram: @tidyrevival.com

In the second part of our amazing interview with the "Beacon of Happiness" Krystyn "K-Slack" Slack.  If you haven't listened to part 1, find it HERE. In this half of the interview, Krystyn drops all the tips on conquering the chaos while letting your life experiences propel you forward. There are so many nuggets of inspiration in this episode. Some of my favorite quotes from this episode: "Intentionality is Important" "Enjoy the process because a lot of it is shit" "If you are chasing a goal, there are a lot of layers of shit you have to deal with."   Make sure you connect with Krystyn: www.freestylephotocross.com @krystynslack @freestylephotocross

I had the honor of interviewing my good friend Krystyn Slack who knows life's chaos very well. Krystyn shares a few stories of chaos that she's navigated and pulled through and shares her knowledge and wisdom with us on what she's learned through the process.    After losing her dad out on a motocross track, Krystyn channeled her passion for the sport mixed with the duty of honoring her dad into building a media company and becoming the first female photographer to cover a full season of professional Supercross and Motocross in the United States.   Make sure to tune into both parts of this touching interview with K-Slack. Instagram: @krystynslack/ @freestylephotocross Website: freestylephotocross.com

Jessica Winkelhausen Smith is a pioneer in creating community for women who want an honest connection. Through her fitness and life coaching she transforms women from the inside out and leads them to a place of confidence and happiness.   Connect with Jessica at: www.everydaywinks.com and on IG : @fitnesswink   Jessica Winkelhausen Smith is a leading expert in the field of fitness, health and wellness, transformations of the body, mind & spirit, mindfulness, and self-love. As a Pro fitness athlete, author, successful entrepreneur, prayer minister, corporate wellness coach, fitness trainer, life coach & motivational speaker. She offers a variety of life tools to promote sustainable health, wellness & spiritual well-being. Through her authentic coaching methods, and programs, she has helped thousands of people connect with their spirit, have transformations with their body, strengthen their minds, and fall in love with themselves and their lives.  Her energy and zest for life encounters you from the moment you meet her.

Amy is a mom of 3 and a photographer with 15 years of experience and she’s coming to the podcast today to share her chaotic birth story as well as super useful tips to help you conquer the chaos of a family photo session.   Amy’s tips for a successful family photo session are: Don’t look at Pinterest If you have kids under 5 years old, consider booking a mini session with your photographer. 15-20 minutes is sometimes all that little kids can handle When picking out your clothes for the session, think: simple and comfortable.   Connect with Amy:   www.amylynphotography.com www.hellostockphotography.com www.instagram.com/helloamylyn  

This week we are chatting with Lauren G. Foster from Be Happy First. I had such a great interview with Lauren and we could have talked for hours, it seemed. I loved how real Lauren got in sharing her story. She truly is a Phoenix rising from the ashes of when, as she so frankly puts it, she "crashed and burned."   There are so many lessons that Lauren shares with us in this interview. Some of my favorite parts are when Lauren talks us through how to get clarity on what you want for your life. That's something I've struggled with a lot as I navigate entrepreneurship, motherhood, marriage, life.   Lauren offers these steps for finding clarity in your life's purpose: 1. Remember things you used to love to do as a kid. This re-awakens your imagination so that you can dream up the life you want. 2. Write a Bucket List - What are 50 things you want to do before you die? 3. Paint the picture of what you want and then live into that. Allow the picture to change as you experience new things and can shape the picture with your experiences.   Throughout the conversation, we also discuss the Laws of Awareness and as the Universe is working in our lives in these different levels: - To me - By me - Through me - As me   For more information on the Laws of Attraction, Lauren recommends any of the Abraham Hicksbooks on the subject   Connect with Lauren for more information and check out her free resources:   Connect on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/behappyfirst   Lauren G. Foster founded Be Happy First in 2013 when she decided that her life's purpose was to help other women create lives that feel empowered, free and abundant, so everything she does these days is towards that end. She is certified as a Life Mastery Consultant, Primal Health Coach, Masters of Wisdom and Meditation Teacher and Dream Builder Coach.

This week we are discussing how adopting a minimalist lifestyle can improve your health with RN Sara Halcumb from the blog Literally Simple.   Sara mentions simple practices like starting a gratitude journal, eating fresh and organic produce, and heading outdoors for a walk as tips to starting off your minimalist, simplified health journey.   Listen in for a bunch more tips to help you simplify your life to avoid falling down the rabbit hole of chaos.   Sara Halcumb is a registered nurse with more than 10 years of experience in healthcare. She also writes for the Southwest Washington blog Literally Simple. Sara was born and raised in the Pacific Northwest and currently lives in Battle Ground with her husband and their two children. Most days you can find her enjoying the beautiful outdoors with her family and their dog Bandit.   Connect with the Literally Simple team on Instagram: @literallysimple

This week we are bringing you our interview with Maria from Literallysimple.com. Maria discusses how she conquered the chaos in her life by adopting a minimalism-light lifestyle, and how it helped strengthen her relationships by removing the stress of materialism and the overwhelming of too much stuff.   Maria drops tons of tips to help you get started on simplifying your life. Follow the Literally Simple blog on IG: Literallysimple If you are burdened by the chaos in your life, I want to help you overcome the overwhelm. Join the Conquer Your Chaos free 5 day challenge!    To get signed up for our next challenge!  m.me/chaosqueenspodcast

Can we talk about confidence for a minute?   Isaac Serwanga states “Confidence is not something anyone can do for you.” Do you believe that? You are 100% in charge of your own confidence.   Boost your confidence by writing down your accomplishments and triumphs and visiting this list often. This is your Badass list. This is your hype list. Use it as a tool to give yourself a confidence boost when you need it!   Share your list with us on Instagram by tagging us: @chaosqueenspodcast #chaosqueensbadasslist

Throughout October, we remember all the babies in heaven who didn't have a chance to grow old in this world. It is a month of reflection and sadness as parents reminisce on what could have been, but also hope that we can overcome the tragedy. In honor of our lost little loves, this week we bring you an interview with Kaci McGuire from Queen Bee Fertility. This interview first aired on The BumpCast podcast in October 2018 but everything in it is still relevant to the tragedy of infant loss, miscarriage and infertility today. During this special episode of the podcast, we discuss the importance of preparing holistically for pregnancy to give your body and your pregnancy the best chance for success, pregnancy loss, as well as postpartum care and the importance of surrounding yourself with a support system in all stages of motherhood, loss, and life. More than anything, it's really important to give yourself grace. Too often, we mamas put so much blame on ourselves and many times, there’s not much we could have done to prevent the tragedy. Please visit Kaci's website: www.queenbeefertility.com If you're going through a loss and would like the list of resources Kaci mentions in the interview, please email her at: hello@queenbeefertility.com You can also connect with Kaci and Queen Bee Fertility on Social Media: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/queenbeefertility/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/queenbfertility

Jillian Bright is a writer, bikini designer, avid reader, traveler, and mama. She lives in Northern California and Italy with her partner and their two year old son but spent most of the first year and half of new motherhood in the high desert of Northwest Argentina where she wrote her first children's book.   During this interview, we touch on a huge range of topics from motherhood, abortion and infertility to travel, robbery and custom bikinis.   Listen in on the interview and make sure to connect with Jillian to get more info on her next custom bikini launch and how to get a copy of her book.   www.jillianbright.com Instagram: @wildbrightandfree Facebook: Jillian L. Bright Twitter: @wildbrightfree

Tune in this week as we discuss how Elizabeth Gray conquers life while living with Endometriosis and Primary Immunodeficiency. Not just one, but two chronic illnesses, while still keeping a positive outlook and living her best life.   Elizabeth is a published model and actress who loves anything with chocolate. A mental health advocate who shares her experiences with primary immunodeficiency and endometriosis. She enjoys spending time with her husband Andrew as well as her friends and family, cooking, and watching anything nerdy.   Elizabeth can be found on social media as @LizabethMarie and talking about life with chronic illness @Alittlesparkleandfrizz    Visit this link for more information on Endometriosis Visit this link for more information on Primary Immunodeficiency   Don't forget to sign up for our Free, 5 Day, Conquer Your Chaos Challenge at m.me/chaosqueenspodcast

This week on Chaos Queens, I’m interviewing the amazing Rachel Garrison. I got pretty emotional during this interview and I give so much praise to Rachel for her eloquence and poise while telling her story. Rachel has been through a lot!   I found myself thinking “how is this woman still standing so strong?” And it dawned on me that OF COURSE she’s still standing strong! She is a true Chaos Queen and ruler of her realm and now she’s paving the way for others to communicate and rise up past their own fears by creating safe spaces for millennials to have vulnerable conversations about life, relationships and experiences.   I know you will be in awe of this incredible woman, just as I am.   Rachel Garrison is a native New Orleanian who holds a BA in English from Dillard University and a MA in Teaching from Rice University.       With over two decades of observing human nature and reading and writing poetry, Rachel Garrison has honed her skills as a literary alchemist transforming emotions into written word.  She is the author of Chasing Unicorns: Life as an Early Millennial, a collection of poetry about the millennial’s plight in the modern-day dating world, and #soIknowitsreal, a collection of poetry and prose that gives the reader an intimate look at a unique love that battles emotional traumas while trying to establish trust.   Rachel is a safe space creator living in Houston, TX with her sons.  Her passion  and purpose is to create safe spaces to allow millennials to have vulnerable conversations about relationships/experiences as a means to heal inner wounds.  Her hope is that these spaces facilitate the building of healthier relationships in the millennial generation and future generations.  Her newest safe space is an online community she seeks to grow to 100 members.   Emotion activator. Conversaton facilitator. Vulnerability practioner. Author. Safe Space Creator.     See what else she’s up to at www.racheldgarrison.com   IG: @rdgchasingunicorns FB: @rdgchasingunicorns

I wouldn’t say I completely have my morning routine locked in yet, but I will say, having a routine in place helps keep me on track in the morning.    Here are a few of the resources I mention during the episode, but check out the entire show notes at www.chaosqueens.org

I’m so honored to bring you this interview with my friend Lynsey Dubois this week.   Lynsey and I have been friends since my daughter was a Daisy Girl Scout some 6 years ago. I knew she had an incredibly tragic story to tell about the loss of her daughter Amelia, but the life bombs she dropped in this episode took me by complete surprise.    This woman has fought through rape, domestic violence, and a broken back along with the loss of her sweet baby girl.   To me, she is a real life super hero.   Now, because I wasn’t prepared for some of the things she dropped on us, a few of the events were sort of, glossed over. I definitely want Lynsey to come back, whenever she’s ready for a part 2 to deep dive into some of her early life tragedies, because I know so many of you Queens have similar stories.   I hope you can pull as much strength and motivation from this interview as I did.   If you have any questions or comments on this episode, feel free to email me at shannon@chaosqueens.org   I would also LOVE if you would head over to my show page on whatever platform you’re listening to this on and leave a rating and review. This is the best way you can help get the word out to other Queens about the show.

Sometimes in life, chaos can mean all the back to back to back, daily grind tasks that we go through, and sometimes chaos is a huge event.   Megan Ortolivo shares both in her story during this week’s episode of Chaos Queens.   Walk with us through the chaos of falling in love with an introvert when you’re an extrovert, marriage and building a family, and a really traumatic birth story.   Find out more about Megan in the show notes on our website www.chaosqueens.org   I would also LOVE if you would head over to my show page on whatever platform you’re listening to this on and leave a rating and review. This is the best way you can help get the word out to other Queens about the show.

There really is nothing like the Thin Blue Line. As a retired police officer it was my distinct honor to interview Laura about the loss of her brother, Deputy Sheriff Kevin Blount, when his helicopter made an emergency landing on a hilly area. When the Eurocopter-EC120 landed, the tail end broke off, causing the fuselage of the helicopter to roll down a hill. Kevin was 29 years old and had served as a deputy sheriff for 7 years. What is the Thin Blue Line? thinbluelinefoundation.org definition is: The Thin Blue Line represents the men and women of law enforcement that stand between good and evil, order and chaos. The black stripes above the blue line represent the public and the bottom black stripes represent the criminal.  It was so eye opening for me to get this perspective. That of a surviving family member of a fallen officer. Laura describes getting the news that Kevin had been in an accident, the aftermath of the news, and how it inspired her to serve others who experience trauma. If you would like to donate to survivors of fallen officers, check out https://www.odmp.org/donate   I would also LOVE if you would head over to my show page on whatever platform you’re listening to this on and leave a rating and review. This is the best way you can help get the word out to other Queens about the show.   Don’t forget to purchase your ticket for the Conquer Your Chaos Women’s Retreat happening in Northern California in November 2019. Tickets are very limited so head over to chaosqueens.org/events to sign up today!  

This week on Chaos Queens I’m interviewing Jasmin Ong from This Moms A Dreamer.   During our interview, Jasmin goes into depth about how growing up in the projects of the San Francisco Bay Area inspired her to overcome poverty and an eating disorder and lead her to a fruitful life of teaching other women how to pinch pennies when you absolutely have to while still allowing your family to live their best, healthiest lives.   A few topics we touch on:   The Projects of South San Francisco and San Jose, CA   Extreme couponing   Unhealthy relationship with food - eating disorders   Fat shaming   Motherhood   Jasmin is a huge influencer in the Sacramento, California area and can be found scouting out deals to share with her readers and Instagram followers, and along with her friend Romina, has started a community of likeminded creatives who support and lift each other up in business and life.   Connect with Jasmin: Instagram: @thismomsadreamer www.thismomsadreamer.com   I would also LOVE if you would head over to my show page on whatever platform you’re listening to this on and leave a rating and review. This is the best way you can help get the word out to other Queens about the show.   Don’t forget to purchase your ticket for the Conquer Your Chaos Women’s Retreat happening in Northern California in November 2019. Tickets are very limited so head over to chaosqueens.org/events to sign up today!

Listen up PRIVATE!   This week I’m taking you along as I remember my military experience, why I enlisted, how September 11th played a crucial role in my soldier experience, and what war really does to a girl from the suburbs.   After going back through and listening to this episode, I will admit, I definitely glossed over a few things. It certainly wasn’t intentional, but I will make sure to circle back around in another episode to get into the gory details of basic training and war in Iraq.   If you have any questions or comments on this episode, feel free to email me at shannon@chaosqueens.org   I would also LOVE if you would head over to my show page on whatever platform you’re listening to this on and leave a rating and review. This is the best way you can help get the word out to other Queens about the show.   Don’t forget to purchase your ticket for the Conquer Your Chaos Women’s Retreat happening in Northern California in November 2019. Tickets are very limited so head over to chaosqueens.org/events to sign up today!

In this intro episode, I'm sharing the inspiration for this podcast and what you can expect from listening.   I hope to interview lots of women to get their unique perspectives on life, love, loss and triumph over all the chaos in their lives.   I came up with this concept after interviewing countless mamas on my pregnancy podcast, The BumpCast, and finding that we all have a story or two to tell that may inspire or encourage other women through this crazy thing called life.    Join me on the journey!   Connect with us on: www.chaosqueens.org Instagram: @chaosqueenspodcast Instagram: @ballybuiltmama