Courage, Humor and Grace

Who's ready to shake off some fear and relive the days where you weren't afraid of what unseen thing could be lurking around every corner?  If you are reading this, then you've lived through the COVID-19 pandemic (cases do not equal a pandemic, but deaths do, which mean we are no longer in a pandemic since the updated CDC numbers as of August 22, 2020 - CDC updated covid deaths. Get ready for some supernatural insight into fear and get ready to relive the days of freedom again!   Love and Light, Michelle A few notes from my podcast: Fear Characteristics – The brain doesn’t know the difference between real fear and perceived fear.  It obeys what you feed it.  You are the master. Taste Feeling – stomach, tension, heart, paralyzing. Seeing things that aren’t there. Stagnancy Depression Separates you from God (Adam in the garden) Isolation Faith Characteristics Mouth is watery. Feeling – joy, energy, optimism Build things, growth See possibilities Connection How to walk out of fear: Ignore the voices and do what you are afraid of. Reach out to your friends and family – connection You have to change your physical state before you change your mental state. Your mental state will take your orders and realize you aren’t in a fight or flight place anymore and that you are indeed going to be ok.  You are safe. Laughter – the brain doesn’t know the difference between a fake laugh and a real one. BIGGEST OF ALL… Prayer Meditation Breathing Techniques

Join my sweet friend, Renee, and I as we talk about the Covid Funk so many of us have experienced and how we can help each other through this unusual season.  If you've been feeling uneasy, depressed or out of sorts, you definitely aren't alone and we hope this episode helps lighten your mood.  We love you! Michelle and Renee www.facebook.com/michelledoubet https://www.facebook.com/renee.russell.54

In this episode, teacher and business owner, Carl Stockman, reveals what he has learned about the power of what we believe and how one belief can shaper a moment and later determine our life's path. Carl offers insightful tools from authors and mentors he has followed over the years and how their wisdom can push us to live from the greatness that is in all of us. Thanks for listening and enjoy the show, Michelle  Books Referenced: The Psychology of Winning - Denis Waitley Seeds of Greatness - Denis Waitley Notes by a Friend - Tony Robbins Why Take the Boat When You Can Walk on Water? - Tony Robbins The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People - Stephen Covey To reach Carl: carlstockman914@yahoo.com

WOW! I thought this was mostly going to be about the masks, but wait until he covers CRIME in Houston! In this podcast, Officer Joe Gamaldi covers the recent mandatory mask order by Judge Lina Hidalgo that is going into effect on Monday, April 27 2020. He also gives us an first-account update on crime and the moral of the Houston community and its officers. Listen up and don't forget to subscribe to my podcast, Courage, Humor and Grace available on Itunes and Android. #CourageHumorandGracePodcast

Robert Andrews is a Sports Performance Coach at The Institute of Sports Performance who has created a mental training program used by 2008 & 2012 Olympic Medalists, 2016 Olympic Gold Medalist, World Champions, NBA All Stars, NFL All Pros, MLB All Stars, Heisman Trophy winners, College All Americans, and National Champions. In this episode we discuss what helps people perform at their peak level, not just in sports, but in business, relationships and in all areas of life. What is one of the key components of being your very best?  Listen and find out!  To connect with Robert and to learn more about what he does, you can visit these links below: www.tinssp.com www.championsmentaledge.com www.emdr.com Prayers to consider when feeling stagnant: "What is the highest and purest next step for me in my life, my career and in my business?" "How do I connect to Pure Source at the highest level?"   Light and Love, Michelle 

The statistics for suicide and PTSD in the military and with first responders is at an alarming level.  Even among civilians, suicide is the second leading cause of death in children ages 10-17 and the leading cause of death among young men, ages 18-24.   Fortunately, leaders in our community are listening and more programs and resources are being developed to help bring these statistics down. In this episode, my guest, Army Veteran and Police Sergeant, Ken Washington shares valuable tools that can help us be part of the growing number of people standing in the gap for loved ones who are hurting and weary.   Below are some helpful resources shared in this podcast: Reintegration After Deployment - 7 Day Devotional https://www.militaryonesource.mil/ Camp Hope www.texvet.org www.attorneyforveterans.com Do I Have PTSD?

On today's show I have my husband, Spencer, my ex-husband, Mark and Author, Barre Morris II as my guests to discuss Barre's up and coming book, "Tools to Help Parents and Modern Families Thrive." In this episode we talk about the dynamics of a divorced (and newly married) family and the importance of working together to raise healthy children. We also discuss the impact of fatherhood in a child's life. Very transparent, very healing. ❤

In today's podcast we talk about the different ways we can keep our families and homes safe using the latest in technology.  Learn what criminals are looking for and some really cool wellness features for kids and loved ones.  Peace of mind at your fingertips! www.hawksecurity.com  

I was introduced to Sarah Swindell at a book signing and immediately loved her warm personality and fun nature. I asked her to be a guest on my podcast a few months ago and couldn't wait until she made if down to Houston from Austin!  Sarah touches on so many topics in her book that matter to women - from feeling sexy to losing your sense of self, from marriage to being single and letting your freak flag fly, from experiencing your greatest joys as a parent to facing your worst fears as a parent...plus so much more! I couldn't put the book down and finished it in a day.  Get the book and listen to this podcast - you're going to love it!

My guest on today's show, Barre Morris II, is a single dad and the author of the upcoming book, "The New Millennium Dad: Redefining Fatherhood in the 21st Century."  We discuss fatherhood in a culture where the modern family has dramatically differed from 20 years ago and how adults and children can all gain an enlightened awareness, and a better understanding of what loving, affectionate, and actively involved fathers and grandfathers are. "A father’s expression of love and his active involvement can have a lasting and positive impact on his children, especially on his son's life, even if fathers do not share a home with their children. The love, affection, support and active involvement of a father, or lack thereof, may therefore answer, and present solutions to some of the most alarming and detrimental problems plaguing society and families today."  Barre Morris II As a former, single mother of 3 kids, I was really interested in what Barre had to say about raising children from a single dad's perspective.  I am definitely bringing him back for a Part 2!  Listen in and let me know your thoughts. Light and love, Michelle www.michelledoubet.com   You can connect with Barre via: Facebook:  @BarreMorrisii YouTube: The New Millennium Dad YouTube Channel

Sidetrepreneurship is one of the fastest growing trends happening today, especially for women.  My guest, Sherry Ellis, owner of SBE Consulting, discusses the process of taking your side-gig into a full-time business. Listen in and get answers that will help you put your ideas in motion! Light and love, Michelle To contact Sherry Ellis for a FREE 30-minute consult, mention this podcast and go to: Website: www.sbe-consulting.com Email:  sbe@sbe-consulting.com    

Take charge of your sex life and discover freedom and confidence with my guests on this week's show, Kim and Brad Walker. Kim is a tantra educator, speaker, passion coach and hypnotist.  Brad is a tantra educator, passion coach and therapist.  Listen in as they share tips that help individuals, couples and groups find ecstatic experiences in everyday life.  You don't want to miss this one! Visit www.tantrichearts.com to learn more about their sizzling playshops, erotic, adult travel, bachelorette/birthday parties, and more!   References from the podcast: Adult lube recipe DIY Mango Your Man      

In this episode, two women with some free time on their hands are given a microphone and come up with random, ridiculous questions to ask each other.  Yeah, pretty meaningless, but we thought it was pretty damn entertaining for a Wednesday afternoon.   Love, Michelle & Renee

A Greek poet once wrote, "We don't rise to the level of our expectations - we fall to our level of training."  Navy Seals train by this quote to this day. Are your expectations killing you because you haven't put your training to use?  Or are they killing you because you haven't even been trained? Light and Love, Michelle

It's said that, "Man can learn nothing unless he proceeds from the known to the unknown."  In this episode, Lisa shares her story about an unexpected journey that has created her life's most wonderful legacy.   Love and light, Michelle

Can the heart be tamed or are you doomed until you set your heart free?  Listen in and find out!  ;-) Love and Light, Michelle

We are no good to anyone if we are burnt out.  Sometimes it takes stepping away to show up to a battle with a new perspective.  Listen in for a little insight that might help you renew your strength. Never give up! Michelle

Ever thought about taking a risk and then wussing out? Who hasn't? If this is you, let today's simple truth encourage you that it's never too late. Love and Light, Michelle

I read a quote that said, "Sometimes it's better to find the courage to fight than the strength to run."  Both sound tough - and they are.  In this show, my guest, professional fighter, Patrick Hutton, faced that decision.  After 20 years of fighting he now faces the fight of his life and opens up about what it means to let go of stigmas and talk about mental illness as a result of being an athlete. His courage is inspiring and brought me to tears. I hope this show blesses you as much as it did me. Love and Light,  Michelle

How often do you wish for more open and honest communication with friends? In this Podcast, I talk with my friend, neighbor and future podcast host of, "Of Course I Need a Drink!", Renee Head.   Listen in for some insight into how to be the perfect parent, perfect spouse, best employee and a flawless friend... Ummm, not quite.  Actually, our conversation is quite the opposite.   If you've ever wondered if you were the only screw-up around, be encouraged - we are right there with you!  :) Love and Light, Michelle

In this episode, Roy Cantu, owner of Cantu's Texas Jiu-Jitsu, and his student, Axel, sit down with me and share how the core concepts of Jiu-Jitsu can be applied in your mind, body and spirit.  The training techniques Roy uses helps to provide the most effective self-defense instruction in the world by giving students elements to defend themselves as humanely as possible.  Listen to how applying these tools can help you to enjoy a meaningful existence. Light and Love, Michelle http://cantuselfdefense.com/    

In this Wednesday Mini-Episode, I go over the questions to ask yourself if you are considering leaving your job to do something different.  Don't let fear hold you back, but first let's assess what is motivating you. Love, Michelle

What if you prayed for a baby for 7 years and your dreams finally came true? Now what if 3 years later that dream turned into your worst nightmare and you were told the baby you prayed for has cancer? That's exactly what happened to Joanmarie Gonzalez and her husband, Ubaldo. Listen to their story as they go from feeling lost, betrayed and afraid to finding a faith that heals.  #TeamLeila  Light and Love, Michelle  

Want to feel more connected and get more sex?  Yeah, don't we all.  Join me and my special guest, Spencer, aka my boyfriend of over 2 years.  We feel pretty lucky to have each other and in honor of Valentine's Day we want to let y'all in on some secrets to our success.  It's not always roses, but we definitely have a pretty amazing garden! Love, Michelle

Ever wanted to get back to who you were before you ever wanted to be anything else?  Let's take off everything - the expectations, the titles and the masks and breathe in the beauty of just being YOU! Enjoy! Michelle

In this mini-episode I talk about the characteristics of people that are likable.  Listen and find out if you are a likable person or if you can work on some things that will make others find you engaging and fun to be around. Enjoy! Michelle

In this episode, I sit down and talk to life-long friends, Jimmy and Diana, about their son, Stephen, coming out and telling them he was gay.  In spite of their upbringings, their religious beliefs at the time and social pressures, they tell their story of how they faced the unexpected and changed their mindsets to celebrate who Stephen REALLY was and to bless him unconditionally. You won't want to miss this one! :) Michelle

I'm reminded of the 80's song, "No One is to Blame," by Howard Jones... "You can look at the menu, but you just can't eat You can feel the cushion, but you can't have a seat You can dip your foot in the pool, but you can't have a swim You can feel the punishment, but you can't commit the sin..." Friends, the heart can only take so much restriction.  Today's mini-episode covers what it means to open your heart and let it LIVE. Enjoy, Michelle  

In this mini-episode I break down the mystery of finding your purpose.  You can finally take a deep breath and relax that you are not the only one left on the planet that doesn't know your purpose.  In fact, only 1 in 5 people feel like they know their purpose! Turn up the volume, listen and take some notes if you can.  You're going to find this enlightening and refreshing! Peace, Michelle

In this episode, John Valenzano, web developer, college professor of media development and real estate agent talks about the journey from fear to flight when pursuing your dreams.  Life is too short to stay where you are.  Dream BIG, friends! Love, Michelle From Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer: There's always tomorrow For dreams to come true Believe in your dreams, come what may. There's always tomorrow WIth so much to do And so little time in a day. We all pretend the rainbow has an end (Ooh...) And you'll be there, my friend, some day. There's always tomorrow For dreams to come true Tomorrow is not far away. (We all pretend the rainbow has an end And you'll be there, my friend, some day) There's always tomorrow For dreams to come true Tomorrow is not far...a...way.

Many of us have either worked for someone who made us feel small or know someone who hates their job because they feel small where they are. In this episode, I share my notes from Oscar Arias's training call titled, "Diminishers vs. Multipliers," that I participated in with the Les Brown Maximum Achievement Team.   What is a diminisher vs. a multiplier? Are you or your employer someone who builds people up, creates an atmosphere of growth and attracts talent - a MULTIPLIER, or are you or your employer someone who assumes things about people before giving them a chance to show you who they are?  Do you or your boss build your empire at the expense of diminishing others? Do you or your employer have a high turnover rate?  Listen to this checklist and either keep doing a good job of building a winning team or recalibrate your thinking to implement the characteristics and actions of a CHAMPION multiplier!   I hope you enjoy this episode, Michelle Oscar Arias Bio

A quick mini-episode for the people who are tired of excuses. This is for the ones who are ready to see change - the doers, the shakers, the ones who get shit done.  Has your misery factor exceeded your fear factor?  Now you're ready!  Enjoy! ;) Michelle

Do you cower to others and hide who you really are? Have you stopped FEELING because you are afraid that what you really want in life won't happen for you? Are you hanging out with turkeys when you are really an eagle? Then you are reading this for a reason and this Podcast is for YOU! Discover the path to "home" - your true life essence - the one that you daydream about, the alter ego your subconscious travels to at night or maybe the shadow life you created because you are too afraid to let your true self show. In this deep, but light-hearted and fun conversation, Harry and I share the WAY back home and how to manage people who have a hard time letting you be you. I hope you enjoy the show! Michelle Harry Ogbogu is a Teacher and Speaker with an emphasis on, "Who Are You Really, Anyway?  For seminar and booking information: www.wayra.me  

Every morning I meditate for about 10 minutes and this morning I felt like I needed to get this off of my chest. I wanted to talk about what most of us don't realize we have - a Creative Source in us that will navigate us to where we want to be and get us what we want in our lives.  It's an interesting way of looking at things, but it might inspire you to see your existence in a new light.   Light and Love, Michelle michelle@couragehumorgrace.com  

An unprecedented hurricane named, "Harvey" paid a visit to the SE coast of Texas only to be met with a strength that would long outlast his punch.  As first-hand witnesses, we give our accounts from our views as volunteers, evacuees and and first responders.  We'll tell you what we learned from the storm and how to to come back from the devastation as a community that is stronger and better than ever. Please visit these sites for resources: www.redcross.org/Disaster-Relief/Hurricane www.twc.state.tx.us/hurricane-harvey-resources https://www.fema.gov/hurricane-harvey https://www.transportation.gov/hurricane-harvey   https://www.aft.org/our-community/hurricane-harvey-helpful-resources      

I needed my 5-year-old grandson to speak into one of my mic's so that I could check the audio for my upcoming Podcast guest, so I decided to let him have a go at interviewing me. I'm not sure why, but he's more interested in talking about Disney than me. Go figure!  Light and Love, Michelle

There are times we may feel stuck because of past traumas, social conditioning or maybe something someone said that we can't seem to shake off.   Those things stay in our subconscious mind and we begin to live from that place instead of living in the present, which ultimately depletes our energy and manifests itself in things like fatigue, sickness, depression, anxiety, etc.   Life is too short to be stuck! My guest, Aaron Austin, talks about tools we can use to go from living on autopilot to being in the driver's seat and cruising ourselves into a life of bliss. To reach Aaron for a Psych-K session or Life Coaching, you can find him on Facebook under Aaron Austin or: 919-591-6442 or aaronaustin73@gmail.com Thank you for listening, Michelle

Settle in and get ready for a refreshing ride of liberating self-discovery with my wonderful guest, Harry Obgobu.   Harry Ogbogu is a Well-Being Advocate (I love that description!) and is also the founder of "Who Are You Really, Anyway? (WAYRA)."  WAYRA offers seminars and workshops in the Houston area that intent to elevate and expand your understanding about WHO YOU REALLY ARE. These fun and FREE seminars offer self-expansion truths that aim to aid you in your ever-continuous and evolving journey of self-discovery without the bias of religion, morality, self-imposed-limiting narratives or accepted sociological premises and perceptions. Visit www.wayra.me for more information. Light and Love, Michelle

Three years ago tonight, July 31, my grandson's dad, Forrest, took his life one week before his 21st birthday.  This podcast is dedicated to him - to use his story to help you if you are feeling hopeless or to help you be a resource to those who might be feeling that way.  This is a raw recording - no editing the audio or anything fancy - I just wanted to get this out tonight to replace the horror of that anniversary with a message of Love and Light instead.  I hope you enjoy the podcast and I hope it's helpful in some way. God bless, Michelle

Get a glimple into the Courage, Humor and Grace Podcast and what its purpose is in this brief, 6-minute explanation.  You will hear how it transpired from literally a dream I had when I was 19 years old to the birthing of it today. Enjoy! :) Michelle

Many of us have experienced losses - loss of a job, loss of a relationship or even loss of material things, but what happens when the nightmare of all nightmares has come true?  Is it possible to survive the loss of your own child?  We shudder to even think about it! Maura Fried, mother of 4 and former, corporate executive, experienced that nightmare and shares her story of the loss of her daughter, Lillian, in this interview.  Follow her through her journey of despair and hopelessness to being a faith-filled wife and Momtrepreneur to her husband, Brandon and 3 boys, Bryson, Tyler and Cayden.  

Life can definitely throw curvballs at us and when it does, how we choose to respond can make us or break us.  Joann Hill shares her inspirational journey after being diagnosed with stage 3, Inflammatory Breast Cancer while pregnant with her 2nd child. Hear what she has to say about receiving news that turned her world upside down and the tools she used to become stronger and better than ever before! www.theibcnetwork.org www.firstdescents.com www.stupidcancer.org