Discovering W.I.S.E. Podcast

This episode is dedicated to a group of amazing coaches, leaders, and mortgage professionals who shared their favorite quotes that have truly impacted them. I have 50 of them to share today. Sit back and enjoy.    www.DiscoveringWise.com  

Carrie's dear friend Christine Jensen appeared on the Discovering W.I.S.E. Podcast last summer to tell a story of a strong calling in her life. A calling to which she dumped everything she had into only to come up short in the end.  What then?  Christine walks you through her journey and how she came emerged with grace and strength, and how you can, too.  Follow our Discovering W.I.S.E. journey and get our weekly walk-a-longs here: www.discoveringwise.com

"I find how God wired us to be so fascinatingly complex!" Carrie Guarrero covered the topic of self-assessment tests, and how it's one way to get into our personal wiring.  But, in this revisited episode, she warns you not to pigeonhole yourself, of someone else, based on their results. But they do give us some general direction, so let's dive in! Keep up with Discovering W.I.S.E. and get our free weekly walk-alongs:  www.discoveringwise.com 

Today we are going to talk about the difference between serving and volunteering, and truly adopting a servant's heart. Friends, there's a really big difference between serving with your heart and volunteering. And we're going to unpack that a little bit together today.  Keep up with Discovering Wise at www.DiscoveringWise.com

I know you've been wondering, "where has this woman been?" Well, I'm going to give you a little update on that. But also, we're going to talk today about becoming loved. I want you to absolutely soak in the truth that you are crucial in this world with gifts that you have been uniquely given. That is the truth. Let's explore that more in this episode of Discovering W.I.S.E. Learn more about me and our journey here: www.DiscoveringWise.com

It's just Carrie and you in this episode to have a little chat about competition, being a beginner, and steps to overcoming. It's really an important conversation about setting and achieving goals, and I have a few questions that will help you define what you want and how to get it. As always, I would love your feedback. Head here: https://discoveringwise.com/ Using that link will also keep you up to date on the release of my new book! So excited! 

We're revisiting Carrie's talk about forgiveness and letting go so you can grow.   You can do great things. There is a powerful purpose for your life. There will always be things working against those first two realities. And finally, the Spirit and Power within YOU are greater than anything thing or anyone working against you. We are going into detail on those points today. Follow our journey at www.DiscoveringWise.com  

Today we are going back to  talk about your current reality and start laying the groundwork for intentional growth. We are going to revisit our gratitude practice and talk about the integration between gratitude and our overall approach to life and faith.  Follow our journey here: https://discoveringwise.com/ 

Noelle Nielsen was a successful real estate agent selling multimillion-dollar homes, wearing high heels, and sharing her life's journey on social media. At the height of it all, a new calling emerged. A calling that told her to pack up everything and buy a farm. A farm...to raise goats. Yes, goats. Noelle the Minnesotan guides you through her story. A story that includes discovery about what true blessings really mean. Could you do what she did? Enjoy this episode. Follow Noelle's journey on Facebook here: https://www.facebook.com/noelletheminnesotan And follow my journey here: https://discoveringwise.com/

We are going back to a popular episode that focuses on our universal need to be right...and the key? Listen. Quiet down your mind and ask more questions. It's a discipline. Carrie has suggestions to free yourself of the burden of always being right and open yourself to the conversation. The conversation that will expand your perspective and grow your relationships. In fact, Carrie has posted a free tool that will help grow your relationships or faith. Head here: https://discoveringwise.com/

Today we revisit our conversation featuring Hailey Warner on Discovering W.I.S.E. Hailey is a mom of three, a leader in her community of Fairview, MN, and founder of the Warner Group at Keller Williams Premiere. She has been called a mega-agent because of her group's incredible success. Success she owes to one thing -- relationships. And what has she done to deepen her personal and business relationships? That lesson is one I hope will benefit your life. Her personal path is an example for us all. Enjoy! To learn more about Haley, head here https://www.facebook.com/HaileyWarnerRealtor/

We thought this would be a good way to kick off 2022. strategies to deal with moving forward. Today I'm going to teach a process that has impacted so many throughout the years. I'm not a huge fan of looking in the rearview mirror, but we do need to look back in order to move forward. What went well. What we can repeat. What we would avoid. I'm going to give you a few ways to look back and trigger some joyful, and not so joyful, memories. Memories to live and learn. Subscribe to our free walk-alongs here: https://discoveringwise.com/

Last February, Carrie sat down with Melissa Llarena, the CEO and Founder of Career Outcomes Matter. She empowers professionals to rediscover what makes them unique to land their dream job. Not only did they touch on that, but they dove deep into Melissa's move from the east coast of the U.S. to Australia! Could you handle what she went through? Melissa's website: https://www.melissallarena.com/ Melissa on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/careeroutcomesmatter

Today we are going back to a Carry Guarrero best of to talk about self-care by setting up your day to be the best version of yourself. She has 5 strategies to make it happen. It's time you make yourself a priority. Here's how.  Make sure you keep up with my daily inspiration on your favorite social media platform. Head here for the link. https://discoveringwise.com/

Heidi Pavelka was a prominent figure in the modeling industry before pursuing a career as a loan officer. But it's her story of survival that was the inspiration to her first appearance on the podcast. If you are trapped in an abusive relationship, you need Heidi's voice. On this best-of, you will learn how the cycle of abuse continues and how to find a way out. To get in touch with Heidi, head here: https://www.executivemortgagebrokers.com/heidi/ And find out more about our journey on Discovering W.I.S.E. here: https://discoveringwise.com/

While Carrie puts the finishing touches on her book, we revisit one of her most popular episodes about...gratitude. Gratitude used to just be incorporated into a 30-day challenge for Carrie, but now, it's a 12-month practice. Gratitude is not easy. We are human, after all. But Carrie has tips on how to get started, her single most important tool for practicing gratitude, and ways to show gratitude that have nothing to do with money. Keep up with Carrie's journey by heading here: https://discoveringwise.com/

Think about a time that felt catastrophic at the moment. You felt terrible about where you were at only to find out that this was the path you were meant to follow. This week we revisit Carrie Guarrero's story along with 3 lessons she learned along the way. Follow more of Carrie's story on social media by starting here: https://discoveringwise.com/

As a first-time mom at 16, Carrie Guarrero struggled with comments from other people that were uncomfortable and judgemental. She battled that by pretending to be a person she wasn't prepared to be, an uber-mature go-getter. On the inside, she was still struggling, and unless she discovered her true self, she would always feel discomfort. Today you will hear how Carrie started the process of healing and how anyone can do the same.  Keep up with Carrie's journey: https://discoveringwise.com/

Louise Thaxton is the director of the American Warrior Initiative and regional manager for the Fairway Independent Mortgage Corporation. This is the woman that put up a challenge called Wimp to Warrior which inspired me to finally release this podcast! If you look up the word "Mission", there's a picture of Louise Thaxton. Louise will give you steps to bring out the warrior in you by having a purpose, believing it's possible, and having a plan, which are 3 of the 7 elements of becoming something that's inside all of us… a warrior. Get the rest and get inspired by Louise Thaxton. To learn more about Fairway's American Warrior Initiative: Email: AWI@FairwayMC.com Website: AmericanWarriorInitiative.com YouTube: American Warrior Initiative We would love your donations and support! Learn more about Discovering W.I.S.E. by heading to www.discoveringwise.com

Today I go into where I've been over the last month. Although I've loved hearing our best-of interviews from very early episodes, I feel you deserve to hear why I've been taking some time off and what that means going forward. Subscribe to our walk-along: www.DiscoveringWise.com

When we checked in with Danni Starr last year, she was on a different journey. The lessons she learned from being a high-profile public personality are now being used to help her Washington D.C. students in a fourth-grade classroom. The glitz and glamour of media are gone and she couldn't be happier. She has an incredible perspective on life, and today she shares her definition of excellence, how she survived trauma, and how she has moved on from her lucrative career in radio. Her book is called Empathy and Eyebrows https://www.amazon.com/Empathy-Eyebrows-Survivalists-Reviving-Soul-Crushing-ebook/dp/B07WMXD86J/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=empathy+and+eyebrows&qid=1595276410&sr=8-1 Follow the Discovering W.I.S.E. Podcast on Facebook and Instagram: https://discoveringwise.com/

As Carrie Guarrero finishes her book, we revisit another one of her most popular episodes. This one featured Rebecca Olson, who helps women go after their biggest career dream while still feeling like a confident and amazing mom. Learn the principles that drive Rebecca and give her the confidence needed to guide so many women to find success. To learn more about Rebecca Olson Coaching, head here: http://www.rebeccaolsoncoaching.com/ And to keep up with the Discovering W.I.S.E. Podcast, and my NEW BOOK, head here: https://discoveringwise.com/

Here is another one of our most popular podcasts revisited, featuring Barbara Blatz-Stone who spent 20-years in the fashion industry before heading back to school to earn an MA degree in Positive Organizational Psychology. Today you will learn how to protect your positivity, and align your values to reach your true potential. To connect with Barbara, head here: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/barbara-blatz-stone-ma-acc-1906007/ Follow Discovering W.I.S.E. https://discoveringwise.com/

This week we are revisiting one of our most popular and inspirational episodes, a revisit with Krista Reynolds. Life was almost a storybook for Krista. This entrepreneur's business was booming and her life was near perfect with a great husband and amazing family. Then the phone call. Find out how Krista's cancer diagnosis has altered her view of excellence and her appreciation for life.  Follow Krista's journey: http://www.kristareynolds.com/ And follow our journey, and the release of my new book, here: https://discoveringwise.com/

I've been thinking a lot about loyalty and where I've placed my loyalty and trust. Many times, I admit, I've misplaced my loyalty. Or have I? Let's explore that word and what it means. God showed us the most amazing example of loyalty through His Son. What should be our response and how can we use His example Grab our weekly Walk-Alongs - They're free! www.DiscoveringWise.com  

What really matters to you most? Why does that matter so much? What are you willing to give up in order to have that? These are not easy questions to answer but will help you really define your direction and begin to reduce stress and overwhelm. We are going to dive deep into these questions and offer other suggestions to help you truly identify your source of overwhelm, and how to conquer it to live a life of happiness. Get out weekly walk-along exercises free! www.discoveringwise.com

This week we are talking about the benefits of making quick decisions, what a decision really means, and why big decisions aren't really that big. This all has to do with Carrie's decision to move from sunny California back home to Minnesota. She explains when they decided, why they decided, why they rushed it, and what these lessons mean for your life. Get our free walkalongs here: www.discoveringwise.com

Today we are diving into how to manage a world full of constant distraction. It's hard to make a list of priorities because, it seems, that everything is a priority. So how do we become better at handling our own personal chaos? I have 10 suggestions in this week's episode, along with a free walk-along, available for download here: www.discoveringwise.com

My dear friend Christine Jensen is here to tell a story of a strong calling in her life. A calling she dumped everything she had into only to come up short in the end. What then? Christine walks you through her journey and how she emerged with grace and strength, and how you can, too. Follow our Discovering W.I.S.E. journey and get our weekly walk-a-longs here: www.discoveringwise.com

I find how God wired us to be so fascinatingly complex! And one way to get into our personal wiring is to take self-assessments. But I often warn people not to pigeonhole someone based on their results. But can they give us some general direction? Yes! Let's dive in! Keep up with Discovering W.I.S.E. and get our free weekly walk-alongs: www.discoveringwise.com

This week Carrie reflects on the feedback from last week's episode about the loss of her son, Brandon. And she discovers another side to loss and grief, one she didn't realize until this feedback started coming in. Keep up with Carrie's journey and free weekly walk-alongs by subscribing here: www.discoveringwise.com

This week we celebrate Brandon. He would have been 24. Carrie recounts the greatest loss she ever experienced as she tells the story of Brandon, and the day she and her husband would find out he would not be born alive. This episode is vital for those that have experienced, or are currently going through, the trauma of loss. Because the greatest losses produce our deepest growth. Follow Carrie's journey here: www.discoveringwise.com

Friends, do you ever need a "don't give up, it's never too late" kind of message? Well, you're about to hear one. Nancy Anderberg is a woman of Faith, a mom of four, an entrepreneur coach. She's also a master encourager. Her vulnerability and heart shine bright in this episode and it was an absolute joy for me to spend time with her. Others, liken her to the Phoenix. She crashes and burns, and rises back up again. She talks about that, five core values, setting goals, investing in yourself, the vulnerability in your testimony, and using that to be an encouragement to others. Ready your hearts and minds. Grab whatever you take notes with and engage with today's episode. Grab our weekly walkalongs and stay connected at www.DiscoveringWise.com

This is the first week of quarter 3. So this week, it's time for a Q2 checkup...of you! We are going to review the Q2 messages and figure out your intentions and affirmations for the remaining year. We have worksheets called Walkalongs to help you out. Sign up here: www.discoveringwise.com

One year ago this weekend we launched the Discovering W.I.S.E. podcast, and wow, what a year. This episode is focused on the lessons learned through our amazing guests, and what you can walk away knowing that will add peace and hope to your life. Join our journey by heading here and signing up for our walk-a-longs: www.DiscoveringWise.com

Today we are going to focus on the importance of thinking, praying, writing, dreaming, and resting. The combination is what helps brings your dream into reality. I'm going to especially concentrate on the importance of writing as it has actually happened. All the details in today's Discovering W.I.S.E. Podcast Get our free Gratitude Pages here: https://discoveringwise.com/

Jennifer Rome is an overcomer, a woman with a heart of gold, whose stories will undoubtedly impact the lives of many. We get the honor of getting insights from her today about what to do when multiple life changes that you don't necessarily choose, come at you and you can't plan your way out of them, learning how to navigate what she calls white space and finding peace and the little things that help you rebuild a better you embracing change, gaining clarity, deciding what you want a need to keep in your life and acknowledging the people who help you do just that. Follow Discovering W.I.S.E. https://discoveringwise.com/

We are going to piggyback off the homework from last week's episode as you build deeper connections with the people that offer meaning and value in your life. Today, let's go over four vital steps to build your personal leadership team! Get your gratitude pages at www.discoveringwise.com

Today I want to talk about transforming the way you think about the community you choose, and how you show up in it. When life becomes hard, it's the people that surround you that help get you through. A big question to think about this week: In the last 90 days, how many people have shown up for you, and how you've shown up for them? Let's explore that topic this week. Sign up for weekly inspiration: https://discoveringwise.com/

As we embark upon this Memorial Day weekend, we are honored to have a special guest who reminds us of a number of things as she talks about the nonprofit she and her family created in honor of her brother, Aaron Carson Vaughn, who was a Navy Seal killed in action in 2011. Tara Baldwin reminds us of faithfulness relying 100% on God for all we need in order to live out his purpose in our lives, trusting that God can take the absolute worst experiences of our lives and turn them around and use them for good. Sometimes that's hard to reconcile. And when you're doing work that is focused on doing what God wants you to do, adversity will come and we need to be prepared for it. Her story about what happens at Operation 300 will speak to your heart. Welcome Tara Baldwin, president of Operation 300. Website: http://op300.org/ Follow our journey on Discovering W.I.S.E. https://discoveringwise.com/

Today I'm going to teach a process that has impacted so many throughout the years. I'm not a huge fan of looking in the rearview mirror, but we do need to look back in order to move forward. What went well. What we can repeat. What we would avoid. I'm going to give you a few ways to look back and trigger some joyful, and not so joyful, memories. Memories to live and learn. Subscribe to our free walk-alongs here: https://discoveringwise.com/

Today we're going to talk about forgiveness and letting go so you can grow. I've touched on this topic before, but I want to address it again to emphasize these four important points.  You can do great things. There is a powerful purpose for your life. There will always be things working against those first two realities. And finally, the Spirit and Power within YOU are greater than anything thing or anyone working against you. We are going into detail on those points today. Enjoy. Follow our journey on Discovering W.I.S.E. https://discoveringwise.com/

Today we are going to talk about your current reality and start laying the groundwork for intentional growth. We are going to revisit our gratitude practice and talk about the integration between gratitude and our overall approach to life and faith. Follow our journey here: https://discoveringwise.com/

In this episode, I want you to hear what all of us desperately need to hear, a message of hope and encouragement. I also want you to realize that you are not alone by thinking of a time when God clearly showed up in your life. And I want you to commit to a daily practice of gratitude in the week ahead, and I have a free tool to help your commitment. Get that tool here: https://discoveringwise.com/

I have always known that this podcast was a call from God and a place women can go to feel loved, appreciated, and understood, but I never knew what the ultimate path was supposed to be. Until now. This is why we are kicking off a new season of Discovering W.I.S.E. with more focus, and free inspiration for you to feel more connected every week. All the details are in this episode. Get connected and the free downloads here: https://discoveringwise.com/

I have a deep deep history with the United States Military. Many generations have served including my son. I am a proud mom. Today have some ways you can support our soldiers. Links mentioned include: Wear Red t-shirt: https://american-warrior-initiative.myshopify.com/collections/frontpage Saddles In Service: https://saddlesinservice.org/ Operation 300 http://op300.org/ Next Step Service Dogs https://www.nextstepservicedogs.org/ Follow Discovering W.I.S.E. https://discoveringwise.com/

I am so grateful for this time with Holly Mattson on Discovering W.I.S.E. this week. Holly is a mom of twins and widow of a husband that lost his battle with addiction. Today we are going to talk about breaking down barriers, how perfection isn't really reality, and how faking it may prevent you from getting the help that you need. Reach out to Holly: hmattson@fairwaymc.com Keep up Discovering W.I.S.E. and follow me for daily inspiration: www.discoveringwise.com

Laura Palmer is a mortgage loan officer in Texas and sits down with me today to talk about overcoming adversity and finding the joy within each challenge, big or small. To reach out to Laura, head here: https://www.facebook.com/laurapalmerlmt Keep up with Laura's journey through her blog here: https://gracebeginshere.wordpress.com/?page_id=6 Follow the journey of the Discovering W.I.S.E. Podcast, and my upcoming book release, here: https://discoveringwise.com/

In this episode, Carrie talks about the need to listen. To quiet down your mind and ask more questions. It's a discipline. Carrie has suggestions to free yourself of the burden of always being right and open yourself to conversation. Communication that will expand your perspective and grow your relationships. In fact, Carrie has posted a free tool that will help grow your relationships or faith. Head here: https://discoveringwise.com/

This week I sit down with Melissa Llarena, the CEO and Founder of Career Outcomes Matter. She empowers professionals to rediscover what makes them unique to land their dream job. Not only do we touch on that, but we also dive deep into her move from the east coast of the U.S. to Australia! Could handle what she went though? Melissa has a special site for Discovering W.I.S.E. listeners: https://www.melissallarena.com/wise/ Melissa's website: https://www.melissallarena.com/ Melissa on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/careeroutcomesmatter

Michelle Bonahoom is CEO and Founder of VisionOne Performance, a company whose mission is to give business owners hope.  She is also the author of Unstoppable: 7 Simple Steps to Get Unstuck, Make the Big Change, and Unlock Your Potential. Today we are going to talk about how to get "unstuck," and in Michelle's case, even in the face of personal tragedy.  Michelle's book can be ordered on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Unstoppable-Simple-Unstuck-Change-Potential-ebook/dp/B0827H1S3W Follow Discovering W.I.S.E. for information on the release of Carrie's book here: https://discoveringwise.com/