Get Big Out Loud with Kari: Living the Complex, Funny, & Beautiful Ride of Life

How we see ourselves and others shapes how we move through the world. The concept of “Mirrors and Windows,” first introduced by educator Emily Style, reminds us that self-reflection builds identity, while seeing into other people's experiences expands empathy and understanding. In this episode of Get Big Out Loud, we explore how recognizing our mirrors and looking through new windows can help us better understand ourselves, connect more deeply with others, and see the world with greater compassion.

The political landscape is evolving every day, affecting everything from the economy to social justice to the future of democracy. With so much happening so quickly, how do we begin to make sense of it all? How do we manage the constant flow of change and complexity? In this episode of Get Big Out Loud, we'll dive into how today’s political climate is shaping our world and explore how to get the support we need to navigate this ever-changing environment. Most importantly, we’ll discuss how we can use our voices and platforms to amplify the issues that matter most. Watch https://www.transformationtalkradio.com/watch.html

The political landscape is evolving every day, affecting everything from the economy to social justice to the future of democracy. With so much happening so quickly, how do we begin to make sense of it all? How do we manage the constant flow of change and complexity? In this episode of Get Big Out Loud, we'll dive into how today’s political climate is shaping our world and explore how to get the support we need to navigate this ever-changing environment. Most importantly, we’ll discuss how we can use our voices and platforms to amplify the issues that matter most. Watch https://www.transformationtalkradio.com/watch.html

There’s a famous song by The Byrds called Turn! Turn! Turn! that speaks to the changing seasons of our lives. The lyrics remind us: “To everything there is a season, and a time to every purpose under heaven.” While it’s natural to focus on times of growth and positivity, it’s equally important to honor the seasons of difficulty and loss. In this episode of Get Big Out Loud, we’ll explore the benefits of fully experiencing each season, whether joyful or painful, and how doing so can help us gain deeper insights into ourselves and strengthen the resilience we need to move through life. Watch https://www.transformationtalkradio.com/watch.html

There’s a famous song by The Byrds called Turn! Turn! Turn! that speaks to the changing seasons of our lives. The lyrics remind us: “To everything there is a season, and a time to every purpose under heaven.” While it’s natural to focus on times of growth and positivity, it’s equally important to honor the seasons of difficulty and loss. In this episode of Get Big Out Loud, we’ll explore the benefits of fully experiencing each season, whether joyful or painful, and how doing so can help us gain deeper insights into ourselves and strengthen the resilience we need to move through life. Watch https://www.transformationtalkradio.com/watch.html

When we need directions, we consult a map; when building a house, we rely on a blueprint; and when preparing a meal, we follow a recipe. Each of these tools helps us navigate from a starting point to a destination. But what resources can we turn to when faced with difficult decisions, uncertainty, or a lack of direction? In this episode of ‘Get Big Out Loud’, we'll explore the tools and strategies available to help guide us through life's challenges. Watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4Wyt4_MDR4I

When we need directions, we consult a map; when building a house, we rely on a blueprint; and when preparing a meal, we follow a recipe. Each of these tools helps us navigate from a starting point to a destination. But what resources can we turn to when faced with difficult decisions, uncertainty, or a lack of direction? In this episode of ‘Get Big Out Loud’, we'll explore the tools and strategies available to help guide us through life's challenges. Watch: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4Wyt4_MDR4I

The phrase "work smarter, not harder" might make us feel like we need to dive into the latest productivity hacks, explore Inbox Zero strategies, or meticulously schedule our time for peak efficiency. But sometimes, we end up chasing after productivity tricks when what we really need is to question if our efforts are reaching a point of diminishing returns. In this episode of Get Big Out Loud, we'll explore what happens when our efforts fall short of our expectations and share strategies for getting back on track. Watch https://www.transformationtalkradio.com/watch.html

The phrase "work smarter, not harder" might make us feel like we need to dive into the latest productivity hacks, explore Inbox Zero strategies, or meticulously schedule our time for peak efficiency. But sometimes, we end up chasing after productivity tricks when what we really need is to question if our efforts are reaching a point of diminishing returns. In this episode of Get Big Out Loud, we'll explore what happens when our efforts fall short of our expectations and share strategies for getting back on track. Watch https://www.transformationtalkradio.com/watch.html

Have you ever felt like you're trying to manage everything, and still falling short? The overwhelming mental load, the guilt when things slip through the cracks, the frustration of never being able to do it all? I call that Fighting the Ocean, the exhausting struggle of trying to control the uncontrollable. In this episode of Get Big Out Loud, we’ll explore what drives us to keep swimming against impossible tides and how a mindset shift can help us reclaim our energy, refocus our efforts, and find greater peace of mind. Watch https://www.transformationtalkradio.com/watch.html

Have you ever felt like you're trying to manage everything, and still falling short? The overwhelming mental load, the guilt when things slip through the cracks, the frustration of never being able to do it all? I call that Fighting the Ocean, the exhausting struggle of trying to control the uncontrollable. In this episode of Get Big Out Loud, we’ll explore what drives us to keep swimming against impossible tides and how a mindset shift can help us reclaim our energy, refocus our efforts, and find greater peace of mind. Watch https://www.transformationtalkradio.com/watch.html

Every day, our interactions with other people, both formal and casual, shape the world around us. In this episode of Get Big Out Loud, we explore what it means to show up to these interactions wholeheartedly: bringing presence, intention, and integrity to even the most ordinary moments. Discover how your everyday choices can create meaningful ripple effects in your life and the lives of others. Watch https://www.transformationtalkradio.com/watch.html

Every day, our interactions with other people, both formal and casual, shape the world around us. In this episode of Get Big Out Loud, we explore what it means to show up to these interactions wholeheartedly: bringing presence, intention, and integrity to even the most ordinary moments. Discover how your everyday choices can create meaningful ripple effects in your life and the lives of others. Watch https://www.transformationtalkradio.com/watch.html

Whether it's to people, passions, or purpose, meaningful connections are what give our lives depth and direction. When we engage with people or activities we truly love or commit to work that aligns with our values, we tap into a sense of purpose that fuels resilience, creativity, and joy. In this episode of Get Big Out Loud, we’ll explore why meaningful connections matter so much, how they shape our experiences, and what we can do to cultivate more of them in our everyday lives. Watch https://www.transformationtalkradio.com/watch.html

Whether it's to people, passions, or purpose, meaningful connections are what give our lives depth and direction. When we engage with people or activities we truly love or commit to work that aligns with our values, we tap into a sense of purpose that fuels resilience, creativity, and joy. In this episode of Get Big Out Loud, we’ll explore why meaningful connections matter so much, how they shape our experiences, and what we can do to cultivate more of them in our everyday lives. Watch https://www.transformationtalkradio.com/watch.html

The ability to hold competing ideas is a remarkable strength of the mind. Have you ever felt anxious, yet still experienced gratitude? Felt fear, but also love? Or felt resistant while also finding peace? In this episode of Get Big Out Loud, we’ll explore the idea of holding opposites, how we can simultaneously accept multiple truths without canceling out the other, and how holding these opposites can lead to deeper self-awareness, personal growth, and emotional resilience Watch https://www.transformationtalkradio.com/watch.html

The ability to hold competing ideas is a remarkable strength of the mind. Have you ever felt anxious, yet still experienced gratitude? Felt fear, but also love? Or felt resistant while also finding peace? In this episode of Get Big Out Loud, we’ll explore the idea of holding opposites, how we can simultaneously accept multiple truths without canceling out the other, and how holding these opposites can lead to deeper self-awareness, personal growth, and emotional resilience Watch https://www.transformationtalkradio.com/watch.html

The political landscape is evolving every day, affecting everything from the economy to social justice to the future of democracy. With so much happening so quickly, how do we begin to make sense of it all? How do we manage the constant flow of change and complexity? In this episode of Get Big Out Loud, we'll dive into how today’s political climate is shaping our world and explore how to get the support we need to navigate this ever-changing environment. Most importantly, we’ll discuss how we can use our voices and platforms to amplify the issues that matter most. Watch https://www.transformationtalkradio.com/watch.html

Baby New Year has long been a symbol of fresh beginnings, representing the endless possibilities that come with the start of a new year. While many of us feel excited about what lies ahead, we also experience the social pressure to set ambitious resolutions, make dramatic changes, or embrace a "new year, new you" mentality. In this episode of Get Big Out Loud, we’ll explore how to ease into the new year with a Baby New Year mindset, taking ‘baby steps’ through small, realistic actions that can help us move forward with more confidence and less stress. Watch https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iV_0DKq_in4

Baby New Year has long been a symbol of fresh beginnings, representing the endless possibilities that come with the start of a new year. While many of us feel excited about what lies ahead, we also experience the social pressure to set ambitious resolutions, make dramatic changes, or embrace a "new year, new you" mentality. In this episode of Get Big Out Loud, we’ll explore how to ease into the new year with a Baby New Year mindset, taking ‘baby steps’ through small, realistic actions that can help us move forward with more confidence and less stress. Watch https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iV_0DKq_in4

In theater, the phrase ‘set the stage’ refers to preparing the scene with sets and props so that everything is ready for the actors. It’s about creating the right conditions for the performance to unfold, and it can significantly impact both the success of the production and the audience’s experience. In this episode of Get Big Out Loud, we’ll explore how we can ‘set the stage’ in our own lives by creating the conditions that will help us thrive and influence our success. Watch https://www.transformationtalkradio.com/watch.html

In theater, the phrase ‘set the stage’ refers to preparing the scene with sets and props so that everything is ready for the actors. It’s about creating the right conditions for the performance to unfold, and it can significantly impact both the success of the production and the audience’s experience. In this episode of Get Big Out Loud, we’ll explore how we can ‘set the stage’ in our own lives by creating the conditions that will help us thrive and influence our success. Watch https://www.transformationtalkradio.com/watch.html

In the wake of the US election results, many Americans are left wondering: What now? How do we process our emotions, manage the anxiety, and confront our fears about the future? In this episode of Get Big Out Loud, we’ll explore strategies and insights to help navigate this uncertain time.

In the wake of the US election results, many Americans are left wondering: What now? How do we process our emotions, manage the anxiety, and confront our fears about the future? In this episode of Get Big Out Loud, we’ll explore strategies and insights to help navigate this uncertain time.

In our seventh episode of our ongoing series, "Secrets of High VIBE™ Wellness", we welcome our special guest, Kari Knutson to share in our discussion, "The Secrets of High VIBE™ Emotional Wellness." Throughout this series, Elisa V and Dr. Pat have examined how to live a high vibrational life in the various dimensions of the wellness wheel. This week, our show co-hosted with Dr. Pat Baccili, will feature how to achieve High VIBE™ wellness as it relates to our feelings and emotions. Discussion points will include how to tune into your feelings so that you can understand, manage and express them in a productive manner to be better equipped to adapt to any of life’s changes and cope with stress. As a seasoned training consultant, professional speaker, therapist, storyteller and podcast host of Get Big Out Loud, Kari Knutson, MA is an expert in the field of emotional intelligence and human development. Kari takes psychology “off the couch” and brings it to the people in her quintessential engaging, humor-forward programs and impactful coaching sessions.

In our seventh episode of our ongoing series, "Secrets of High VIBE™ Wellness", we welcome our special guest, Kari Knutson to share in our discussion, "The Secrets of High VIBE™ Emotional Wellness." Throughout this series, Elisa V and Dr. Pat have examined how to live a high vibrational life in the various dimensions of the wellness wheel. This week, our show co-hosted with Dr. Pat Baccili, will feature how to achieve High VIBE™ wellness as it relates to our feelings and emotions. Discussion points will include how to tune into your feelings so that you can understand, manage and express them in a productive manner to be better equipped to adapt to any of life’s changes and cope with stress. As a seasoned training consultant, professional speaker, therapist, storyteller and podcast host of Get Big Out Loud, Kari Knutson, MA is an expert in the field of emotional intelligence and human development. Kari takes psychology “off the couch” and brings it to the people in her quintessential engaging, humor-forward programs and impactful coaching sessions.

How can we maintain our balance in a world that feels unstable? Between political, social, and environmental issues on a macro level and professional and personal concerns on a micro level, it’s no wonder many people feel like they’re on shaky ground. In this episode of Get Big Out Loud, we’ll explore ideas for finding stability while navigating life's challenges. Watch https://www.transformationtalkradio.com/watch.html

How can we maintain our balance in a world that feels unstable? Between political, social, and environmental issues on a macro level and professional and personal concerns on a micro level, it’s no wonder many people feel like they’re on shaky ground. In this episode of Get Big Out Loud, we’ll explore ideas for finding stability while navigating life's challenges. Watch https://www.transformationtalkradio.com/watch.html

The phrase "work smarter, not harder" might make us feel like we need to dive into the latest productivity hacks, explore Inbox Zero strategies, or meticulously schedule our time for peak efficiency. But sometimes, we end up chasing after productivity tricks when what we really need is to question if our efforts are reaching a point of diminishing returns. In this episode of Get Big Out Loud, we'll explore what happens when our efforts fall short of our expectations and share strategies for getting back on track. Watch https://www.transformationtalkradio.com/watch.html

When we need directions, we consult a map; when building a house, we rely on a blueprint; and when preparing a meal, we follow a recipe. Each of these tools helps us navigate from a starting point to a destination. But what resources can we turn to when faced with difficult decisions, uncertainty, or a lack of direction? In this episode of ‘Get Big Out Loud’, we'll explore the tools and strategies available to help guide us through life's challenges. Watch https://www.transformationtalkradio.com/watch.html

In this episode of Get Big Out Loud, we’ll talk about the case for travel and the important things we can learn in the process.Whether visiting a new part of town, going on a trip to a different state, or traveling to another country, when we travel it does something to us. Whether the experience is positive, negative, or somewhere in between, travel has an impact. In addition to seeing new things and having unique experiences, there is an element of travel that helps us gain insight into ourselves and deepen our awareness of others. Watch https://www.transformationtalkradio.com/watch.html

In this episode of Get Big Out Loud, we’ll talk about the case for travel and the important things we can learn in the process.Whether visiting a new part of town, going on a trip to a different state, or traveling to another country, when we travel it does something to us. Whether the experience is positive, negative, or somewhere in between, travel has an impact. In addition to seeing new things and having unique experiences, there is an element of travel that helps us gain insight into ourselves and deepen our awareness of others. Watch https://www.transformationtalkradio.com/watch.html

Have you ever said yes to doing something and immediately regretted it because you wished you had said no? Do you find that sometimes you are acting from a place of obligation but have lost the meaning of why? Do you get distracted by other people’s priorities and wonder why you are not reaching your own goals? In this episode of Get Big Out Loud, we’ll explore different ideas that will help you say ‘yes’ to yourself, help you act from a place of purpose, and keep you focused on your goals. Watch https://www.transformationtalkradio.com/watch.html

Have you ever said yes to doing something and immediately regretted it because you wished you had said no? Do you find that sometimes you are acting from a place of obligation but have lost the meaning of why? Do you get distracted by other people’s priorities and wonder why you are not reaching your own goals? In this episode of Get Big Out Loud, we’ll explore different ideas that will help you say ‘yes’ to yourself, help you act from a place of purpose, and keep you focused on your goals. Watch https://www.transformationtalkradio.com/watch.html

Many of us spend a lot of time managing things like our time, our money, our emotions, and our ever-loving to-do lists. In the face of all this managing, have you ever felt overwhelmed or exhausted? Or that instead of managing these things, they might be managing you? In this episode of Get Big Out Loud, we’ll explore how we can bring awareness to the ways in which we manage our lives to see if there is room for new opportunities in the way we think and act that can bring us less stress and more ease. Watch https://www.transformationtalkradio.com/watch.html

Many of us spend a lot of time managing things like our time, our money, our emotions, and our ever-loving to-do lists. In the face of all this managing, have you ever felt overwhelmed or exhausted? Or that instead of managing these things, they might be managing you? In this episode of Get Big Out Loud, we’ll explore how we can bring awareness to the ways in which we manage our lives to see if there is room for new opportunities in the way we think and act that can bring us less stress and more ease. Watch https://www.transformationtalkradio.com/watch.html

Why is it so hard to change, to try new things, or to take action on things we say we want to do? It might be because we are afraid, or because we have unrealistic expectations, or because we think that if we can’t do it perfectly, we won’t do it at all. In this episode of Get Big Out Loud, we’ll explore how fear, expectations, and perfectionism keep us in the status quo and share ideas for how to reframe our thinking so that we can Get Big in meaningful and important ways! Watch live link https://www.transformationtalkradio.com/watch.html

Why is it so hard to change, to try new things, or to take action on things we say we want to do? It might be because we are afraid, or because we have unrealistic expectations, or because we think that if we can’t do it perfectly, we won’t do it at all. In this episode of Get Big Out Loud, we’ll explore how fear, expectations, and perfectionism keep us in the status quo and share ideas for how to reframe our thinking so that we can Get Big in meaningful and important ways! Watch live link https://www.transformationtalkradio.com/watch.html

When we want to buy something we use money, when we want to build a relationship, solve a problem, or make a decision, we use trust. Trust is defined as, ‘a firm belief in the reliability, truth, ability, or strength of someone or something’. In this episode of Get Big Out Loud, we’ll explore the concept of trust and how valuable it is as a form of currency. A currency that you can’t keep in your bank account, but one that is priceless.

When we want to buy something we use money, when we want to build a relationship, solve a problem, or make a decision, we use trust. Trust is defined as, ‘a firm belief in the reliability, truth, ability, or strength of someone or something’. In this episode of Get Big Out Loud, we’ll explore the concept of trust and how valuable it is as a form of currency. A currency that you can’t keep in your bank account, but one that is priceless.

In this episode of Get Big Out Loud the question, “Can I be honest with you?” is a setup to a hard truth. What makes it hard for us to tell the truth?

In this episode of Get Big Out Loud the question, “Can I be honest with you?” is a setup to a hard truth. What makes it hard for us to tell the truth?