Conversations With Ilene

Revisiting the "Aging Gracefully & Empty Nest" topic. This time I'm joined by my friend and neighbor, Dolores Chandler. Getting real, imparting wisdom and enjoying our conversation. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/conversations-with-ilene/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/conversations-with-ilene/support

Aging gracefully, Empty Nest, Active Adult Living --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/conversations-with-ilene/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/conversations-with-ilene/support

Vídeo Games, they're been around for some time. Whether you play them, watch them or don't know much about them there's been quite the evolution. In this episode, Jonathan (my son) and Jessilyn (my youngest daughter) join me and we discuss the good and artistic aspects as well as the entertainment value of the games. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/conversations-with-ilene/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/conversations-with-ilene/support

Do you come across moments when you're feeling bad about things that you obviously shouldn't. Feeling like if you revisited something, a thought, an idea, that you'd be less authentic in some way? Me too, but guess what , that just isn't so. Take a listen and learn more. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/conversations-with-ilene/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/conversations-with-ilene/support

Ever since childhood, I've had a fondness for stories and movies about "the underdog". Characters facing adversity with insurmountable odds stacked against them. These stories made even better by being inspired by true events. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/conversations-with-ilene/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/conversations-with-ilene/support

My daughter Jessilyn joins me on the podcast today to discuss life with Chronic Kidney Disease. For more information on kidney disease and how you can help, you can find out more at: https://instagram.com/nationalkidneyfoundation?utm_medium=copy_link --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/conversations-with-ilene/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/conversations-with-ilene/support

Thank you to my Children --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/conversations-with-ilene/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/conversations-with-ilene/support

Busy moments, life experiences, stressful days, creative blocks and a much needed change in perspective. How do you deal with changes and events in life? Share your stories. Feel free to DM me on Instagram or on the Anchor app. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/conversations-with-ilene/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/conversations-with-ilene/support

How open are you to receiving opportunities? How do you react when others receive them? --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/conversations-with-ilene/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/conversations-with-ilene/support

Every community has a story, what's yours? Do you or someone you know volunteer or give back to your community in some way? It's love to learn about you, your project and the community you serve. Contact me via Instagram DM or leave a voicemail on the Anchor app. I can't wait to learn more about you. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/conversations-with-ilene/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/conversations-with-ilene/support

Sharing a poem on National Poetry Day. My love of expression through poetry and the spoken word runs deep. Thanks for giving me the space to share. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/conversations-with-ilene/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/conversations-with-ilene/support

Think you don't have a story to tell, think again. Welcome to season 3. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/conversations-with-ilene/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/conversations-with-ilene/support

So excited for the next season of the Conversations With Ilene podcast! --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/conversations-with-ilene/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/conversations-with-ilene/support

These recent Winter storms in Texas had so many of its residents suffer needlessly. Who was responsible? Where can changes be made and how do we go about it? --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/conversations-with-ilene/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/conversations-with-ilene/support

We've all heard about how friendship impact our lives. After a recent visit with friends, I couldn't help but too look into this further. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/conversations-with-ilene/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/conversations-with-ilene/support

The passage of time behind with it many things. What are you doing with what time brings you? --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/conversations-with-ilene/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/conversations-with-ilene/support

Thoughts on connection and change. How do we get there? Are we looking beyond ourselves? --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/conversations-with-ilene/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/conversations-with-ilene/support

Woke up with positive energy and renewed hope for the year at hand. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/conversations-with-ilene/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/conversations-with-ilene/support

My thoughts on this year, what's been going on and our stories. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/conversations-with-ilene/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/conversations-with-ilene/support

The fatigue of the recent election process, COVID pandemic and the Thanksgiving holiday. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/conversations-with-ilene/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/conversations-with-ilene/support

Reciting a poetry piece and some backstory on when and what inspired me to write it. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/conversations-with-ilene/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/conversations-with-ilene/support

Continuing discussion on communication, the power of words and leadership. I found an old speech I'd written for my 5th grade graduation. I was an 11 year old at the time. This gave me insight as to why I do what I do. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/conversations-with-ilene/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/conversations-with-ilene/support

PSA: VOTE -- ELECTION DAY is Nov. 3rd --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/conversations-with-ilene/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/conversations-with-ilene/support

I've said it time and time again, WORDS HAVE POWER. It affects our emotions, physical health and our daily interactions. Join me and find out more ❗ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/conversations-with-ilene/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/conversations-with-ilene/support

Leadership, it's more than being in charge of a task or team. What IS leadership? Who gets to decide if you are one? --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/conversations-with-ilene/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/conversations-with-ilene/support

Being an effective comunicator is more than being able to speak to a crowd. Creatives such as myself, do a great many things behind the scenes in preparation to share our work. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/conversations-with-ilene/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/conversations-with-ilene/support

Do you have core values? If so, what are they and how do they help you? If you don't, let this be some food for thought. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/conversations-with-ilene/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/conversations-with-ilene/support

Interview with @GeekUniqueCosplay aka Katrina Tecxidor of CosMarketing Agency. We discussed social media, cosplay and all while behind the scenes at a photoshoot. Thanks to @kds_one_studios, @tonyw3211, @gregrice1982, @CosMarketingAgency and @GeekUniqueCosplay (Katrina Tecxidor) --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/conversations-with-ilene/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/conversations-with-ilene/support

There are moments in life where apologies are necessary to heal and/or to move forward. There are also times when the most important person to apologize to is yourself. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/conversations-with-ilene/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/conversations-with-ilene/support

With frequent bouts of anxiety I'm having to find ways to deal with overwhelming feelings. How Do You Deal With Overwhelm? --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/conversations-with-ilene/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/conversations-with-ilene/support

Are you aware of the valuable resources at your disposal? Are you using them wisely? How are you using them to improve your daily life? --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/conversations-with-ilene/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/conversations-with-ilene/support

Ever wonder if your life, your actions make a difference? My thoughts on how our life impacts others, dealing with the overwhelm of wanting to help and what leaving a legacy means to me. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/conversations-with-ilene/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/conversations-with-ilene/support

In the wake of all that is going on after the deaths of George Floyd and Breona Taylor, I just needed to speak. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/conversations-with-ilene/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/conversations-with-ilene/support

We all experience these, why do we feel the need to act like they don't. Why be sad, embarrassed or even guilty about it? Maybe we should just admit it, perhaps helping someone struggling with the same not feel so bad. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/conversations-with-ilene/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/conversations-with-ilene/support

Random thoughts and Gratitude Thank you God, hubby & my JC3 (my children- Jonathan Christopher, Jenilee Christine & Jessilyn Christina) --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/conversations-with-ilene/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/conversations-with-ilene/support

Here's the link to the #YouTube interview #theartist https://www.youtube.com/user/MPrisciart --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/conversations-with-ilene/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/conversations-with-ilene/support

I want to thank everyone that took time to participate in the podcast by sharing their experiences. • Elizabeth's Interior Design https://www.facebook.com/erodec/ • I'm in Events @heissamimin https://instagram.com/heissamimin?igshid=1wfe29ig0m3gh https://www.facebook.com/imintoevents/ • SHEattle On Tap @sheattle _on_tap https://instagram.com/sheattle_on_tap?igshid=1oruv3zwps456 https://open.spotify.com/show/0SlQYsqDUD6w55dh1bUMa5?si=duXYcPbESK2OA9ZaAn6zbw • Hud Hud Grocery @hudhudmillenia https://instagram.com/hudhudmillenia?igshid=84xvd6yeqzny • Best Weight On You @bestweightonyou https://instagram.com/hudhudmillenia?igshid=84xvd6yeqzny https://www.facebook.com/bestweightonyou/ • CosMarketing Agency @cosmarketingagency https://instagram.com/cosmarketingagency?igshid=1xsxaiklr574p www.cosmarketingagency.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/conversations-with-ilene/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/conversations-with-ilene/support

My personal take and observations during the Coronavirus Stay At Home order. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/conversations-with-ilene/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/conversations-with-ilene/support

Right now the entire world is dealing with something all at the same time. Let's be careful, practical, mindful & not panic. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/conversations-with-ilene/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/conversations-with-ilene/support

Like they say "the struggle is real", and THIS YEAR, it put that phrase to the test! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/conversations-with-ilene/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/conversations-with-ilene/support

Oh, there's no place like home for the holidays ... That's what they say, but is that REALLY where we want to be? --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/conversations-with-ilene/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/conversations-with-ilene/support

No one and I mean NO ONE wins in the #comparison game. #BEKIND TO YOURSELF --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/conversations-with-ilene/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/conversations-with-ilene/support

Life can be like a kaleidoscope. Bold beautiful colors, bits and pieces of the bright and shiny & the broken painful bits. Don't believe me? Take a listen. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/conversations-with-ilene/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/conversations-with-ilene/support

It's about time we unpack all that baggage we carry throughout life. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/conversations-with-ilene/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/conversations-with-ilene/support

We're all connected. Even if we're not the one going through something 1st hand, we're affected, we're experiencing it together. Navigating the trials, tribulations, changes and expectations. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/conversations-with-ilene/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/conversations-with-ilene/support

It's ok, no it's more than ok to NOT be ok. In a world where we're encouraged to "Insta-ham" it up and post "everything is perfect " I'm here to tell you I'm far from it and I'm good with that. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/conversations-with-ilene/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/conversations-with-ilene/support

While waiting on and preparing for Hurricane Dorian, it reminded me of storms that we might encounter in our own lives. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/conversations-with-ilene/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/conversations-with-ilene/support

What are YOU doing to motivate yourself? Are YOU taking the time to recharge, kick back, enjoy? By doing so it can breathe life into helping, motivating, uplifting and inspiring others. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/conversations-with-ilene/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/conversations-with-ilene/support

So often we're focused on the negatives. Let's turn that around and focus on our JOY POINT. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/conversations-with-ilene/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/conversations-with-ilene/support

It was a pleasure to be asked to be on another podcast. It goes to show you that we should constantly be working on our craft, our gifts, they should be shared. Here's the link to the Eazy Computer Solutions interview on You Tube: https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=Jm5VeSs0Yqo&feature=youtu.be Here's the link to Rice and Honey podcast on Anchor: https://anchor.fm/divine-valentin --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/conversations-with-ilene/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/conversations-with-ilene/support

I can't believe it, 25 episodes in, just short of 5 months into a goal I've set for myself. I decided to take time today to talk you WHY I do what I do and why I enjoy it. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/conversations-with-ilene/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/conversations-with-ilene/support