Inner Bold

Life coach Jack Costello shares his journey through grief, resilience, and healing. This conversation explores the power of self-compassion and creating space for emotions, offering hope and support to anyone navigating loss. To connect with Jack, you can reach out to him at jackcostello90@gmail.com.

In this episode, Abbie Westgate shares her journey from intense trauma to healing through somatic breathwork. She opens up about how pushing through life's challenges led to burnout and how reconnecting with her body helped build resilience. Abbie delves into the power of nervous system regulation and somatic practices, offering listeners practical insights for their own healing. Her experiences reveal how becoming more attuned to our physical sensations can break the cycle of reactivity. This conversation is a must-listen for anyone looking to find strength and balance in their own lives. You can find out more about Abbie at Healing Blue Hearts and Instagram.

Join us for an insightful conversation with Wendy Nathan, a mental health expert, as she shares invaluable tips on navigating life's challenges and boosting mental wellness. You can connect with Wendy at NathanWellness@gmail.com Her latest book The Portable Supervisor: The Essential Guide for Students and New Mental Health Professionals can be found on Amazon. You can find out more about Wendy Nathan at https://www.nathanconsultation.org/

Explore the inspiring journey of Rob Notman, from a 30-year corporate career to becoming a business owner. Rob delves into his career transition, lessons learned, and the art of guiding small business owners through challenges. Discover the transformative power of embracing risk and crafting meaningful business plans. Connect with Rob and uncover the keys to stepping boldly into new entrepreneurial endeavors. You can connect with Rob at rob@tabstafford.com.

In this episode meet Dr. Hokehe Effiong, a pediatrician who overcame challenges to champion children and families. From battling academic struggles and self-doubt to now being a beacon of hope for families and leaders, Dr. Effiong shares her inspiring journey of taking bold steps. Join us to discover her keys to success, and how to move past doubts to live a fulfilling life.

My guest, Jonny Pardoe, is a Self-Esteem and Confidence Coach, Neuro-encoding Specialist, Top 1% Podcaster, and somewhat of a fitness fanatic. He shares his personal story on how he overcame self-esteem challenges. Besides having a cool accent - I think you'll love the tips he shares on building confidence (without the need to put on a 'fake-it-till-you-make-it' persona). Here is a link to learn more about Jonny: https://www.jonnypardoe.com/

Damian Smyth shares his story of how he turned bad moments into incredible turning points. He highlights the critical importance of becoming better before your business gets bigger. You can find more about Damian at Success Formula Club

Do you ever feel misunderstood? Are you an introvert in a profession teeming with extroverts? Join Michael and Barbara as they have a heart-to-heart conversation on what it is like being an introvert in their profession and the importance of letting go of labels that don't serve them. Michael also shares his experiences with two significant and life-threatening illnesses and how how they serve as catalysts on his mission to help others. You can find Michael on Instagram at https://instagram.com/themichaelbrianfoundation Link to The Michael Brian Show: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/the-michael-brian-show/id1467604892

Do you sometimes wonder why some people come out of a challenge stronger than others? Nathan Gist shares what true resilience is and how everyone can develop it. He leverages humor, the imagination and brain techniques to teach you how to build your mental muscles. I originally interviewed Nathan in partnership with the Fredericksburg Regional Chamber of Commerce back in May 2021 in a Series called 'Getting Your Spark Back' to support communities with their emotional wellness. With their permission, I am sharing this interview on my personal podcast.

I originally interviewed Dr. Amen in partnership with the Fredericksburg Regional Chamber of Commerce back in May 2021 in a Series called 'Getting Your Spark Back' to support communities with their emotional wellness. With their permission, I am sharing this interview on my personal podcast. You can listen to many leadership interviews from the We Are Business Podcast: Apple: https://apple.co/36W4p0j Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3gM9gqo Buzzsprout: https://www.buzzsprout.com/839797/8513113

Do you have important and creative ideas yet get distracted and struggle to complete them? Have you ever wondered if ADD might be a factor? Fallon Jordan, Dr. Daniel Amen's Super Coach, and Amen University Curriculum Director shares how to tame ADD, see the gift in it (without letting it wreak havoc in your business).

Do you sometimes find communicating with certain individuals a losing battle? Or find yourself on a fine line of having too much or not enough empathy? Carrie Boan, Brain Health Expert, Life Coach, Speaker, shares how increasing emotional intelligence can help transform your communication and your relationships and create a win/win. You can find more about her business at TheBrainDiva.com.

Are you feeling 'meh' or 'bleh' about your workspace and home? Nancy Masannat, Life Coach and Owner of Simple Joy Designs, shares tips to help you quickly put together a space that inspires creativity and better focus, including how to prevent being 'clutter blind'.

Do you run your own business or manage a team while caring for a loved one? Then you know the emotional and physical toll it can take on you. Patti Hanrath with Kinergy Leadership shares about her and her husband's Alzheimer's journey and how she has found a way to flourish even during challenging times. She gives tips on how to ward off burnout, guard your energy, and how to develop a support system that keeps you growing.

There are many myths and ideas about what meditation is. Come learn the facts and basics and why many are utilizing meditation and mindfulness in their personal and work life. You'll hear from expert Heather Crider, a High-Performance Strategist, Neurocoach, and Speaker with over 20 years of business experience.

Trauma can come from many different forms, often people don't even know they have it or they don't want to talk about it. Tana Amen, Vice President of Amen Clinics and neurosurgical ICU trauma nurse talks about how to work through your pain so you can become the best version of yourself. She also shares about her book The Relentless Courage of a Scared Child: How Persistence, Grit, and Faith Created a Reluctant Healer (available on Amazon). https://amzn.to/3ChQ63l You can find out more about Tana's work at tanaamen.com

People struggle with change. Period. They complain it's hard, takes too long, costs too much. What if there was an easier and better way to approach change that will turbocharge your work and results? Jake Jacobs, with Jake Jacobs Consulting, shares about 'Change Fatigue' and his newly released book Leverage Change: 8 Ways to Achieve Faster, Easier, Better Results.

Do you sometimes find yourself unsure of how to navigate yourself and your team through change? Denis, CEO and Founder of Leading Change Partners and the Host of the Leadership is Changing Podcast shares how he helps transforms businesses and leaders to lead a bigger game in a disruptive world.

Are you an influencer, business owner, or leader with a health challenge? Gordon Duncan of CTP Marketing & Consulting shares his personal story of running a successful business while managing epilepsy and what he does to stay healthy to live out his purpose.

Do you sometimes struggle with letting go of things in your life that are weighing you down? Perhaps toxic thoughts, relationships, obligations, or even control? Learn how COVID was the catalyst that helped me release what I was holding onto to make room for something new. And if you're wondering "Well that's easier said than done." - I share a little process I go through that can help you get started.

What is your response to naysayers? Do they trigger you, discourage or derail you? Learn how Mark used naysayers to his advantage to grow his successful coaching company.

Are there days you struggle with being productive or just not feeling 'it' when it comes to your work? Johnnie Lloyd with Johnnie Lloyd & Associates shares how reevaluating what productivity is during a challenging time can bring new clarity and even unexpected opportunities.

Are you wanting to step boldly yet holding back? In this first episode, I'll help you redefine what boldness means to you personally so you can step forward. And you'll hear about the subtle yet powerful traits of boldness that are often overlooked that are necessarily tools in our growth.