I'm Jen - a white, cisgendered, straight-identifying, American-born woman with a history of Christian and conservative influences. My lived experience is one of solid economic security and educational privilege. All of this shaped the lens through which I viewed life for the majority of my adult years - and it created a comfortable echo chamber where “my existing views were neatly reinforced and alternative ideas were rarely considered…†This no longer works for me. I decided to pursue meaningful work, passion projects, and relationships that would serve as "antidotes to the echo chamber." This podcast is part of that work. Rather than put people in stereotypical boxes - I want to grow more curious and open minded. This means listening deeply to another person’s perspective, especially those who differ from me. It means challenging my old paradigms and assumptions. I pursue this on a public platform because I want to foster this mindset shift in our culture. My guests and I believe that conversations heard here will spur more healthy exchanges, marked by a spirit of inquiry with and for the people in our lives (especially those whom we don’t know or understand yet). Join the conversation.
I was always intrigued by the premise behind “Love Is Blind” - a reality show where singles try to find a match and fall in love -- without ever seeing each other face-to-face, as emotional connection attempts to conquer physical attraction. Full disclosure, I don't watch TV so I haven't seen an episode but still, the notion of moving beyond physical appearance and chemistry feels simultaneously intriguing and super risky. Then @Drew Taylor Cohen caught my attention with a post detailing her experience when building her @Bumble profile strictly on words stating her chosen values. NO perfect selfies.NO predictable prompts that yield, “I love to hike, travel, cook, walk my dogs and go wine tasting.” NO eggplant emojis. Just the personal values she attempts to live by. (Oh, and one picture of her at a distance to prevent being flagged as a bot). @Drew Taylor Cohen is an Impact Consultant and Values Coach, so we talked about how to identify our own chosen values and distinguish them from our beliefs and identities (something I rooted myself in historically). We also discuss the challenges of seeking validation from others while navigating personal choices and the need for self-awareness and the evolving nature of values as individuals grow and change.What an awesome conversation especially as I consider something similar in my own dating journey. Anyone relate? Join the conversation…Guest Bio:Trained in holistic, neurodiverse and values-aligned coaching techniques, Drew helps singles and couples break old patterns and align their values to find lasting love.Dedicated to finding love that felt soul-aligned and safe, she set out on a personal development journey that led her to discover her values and trust her needs and desires. What did she do next? She created a dating profile with no photos, just screenshots of her values and how she envisioned them being shared in an aligned partnership. And it worked! Her fiancé and her just celebrated four years of swiping right on the things that matter most.Through 1:1 coaching, she now helps her clients rewrite their own values-aligned love story and clarify what truly matters in love. Her aligned love method is about prioritizing your non-negotiables and curating love that mirrors the truth of who you already are.She also developed and leads the Live Authentically program. This workshop and accompanying workbook uses a proven framework that guides participants to explore who you are, discover your chosen values and pursue an aligned life.When she's not helping people align their relationships and life to their values, she's supporting purpose-driven organizations as a freelance impact consultant. Drew leverages her expertise through operations, strategy and impact communications work.Website: https://www.chosendirections.com/Instagram: https://instagram.com/chosendirectionscoachingLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drew-taylor-cohen/ About Jen Oliver:I pursue and create environments where we converse on the REAL stuff that changes us. I'm designed to bring others on my personal journey with honest admissions to help us all transform - that's my sweetspot and I speak, lead, and write from that space.REAL conversations stir deeper connection and community - to explore ways that you can work with me, go to:email: jen@REALjenoliver.compodcast website: ListenForREAL.com90-day TEDx Talk ACCELERATORWomanSpeak™website: REALJenOliver.comLinkedIn:@realjenoliverInstagram: @realjenoliverFacebook: @realjenoliverIf you believe conversations like these belong in the world, please subscribe, rate & review this podcast - and even better, share it with someone else as a REAL conversation starter. Subscribe to all things Jen at REALJenOliver.
My conversation with Dr. Kasi Lacey speaks to a common experience among many; a woman and leader confronting the glass ceiling in an organization.Kasi was passed over more than once for positions she was eminently qualified for “because they were instructed to hire a man…” Her encounter with gender bias became an inflection point; she did a new thing and made the decision to walk in and “act like a man” and demand the job she had more than earned. Kasi deliberately mimicked the hubris and assertion of a man who once came to her office demanding a promotion of his own. It worked.As a bi-racial woman who presents “white” - Dr. Lacey shares her experiences with racism as well as toxic leadership and hustle culture. We also discuss the complexities of a “fake it til you make it” mentality and the significance of listening to one's inner voice as a means of empowerment and self-trust. Join the conversation!Guest Bio:I'm Kasi—a, psychologist, confidence coach, bi-racial woman, mother, and former C-suite leader who left the structured world of higher education to pursue a bigger mission: helping women step into unshakable confidence and unapologetic leadership.For years, I played by the rules—earning my Ph.D. at 26, climbing the leadership ranks, and breaking barriers in male-dominated spaces. I fought to get my seat at the table, only to realize my ladder was leaning against the wrong building. I had checked all the boxes of success, yet I still felt like I was playing small.That no longer works for me.I built my own business, H & L Legacy Consulting, to help high-achieving women overcome imposter syndrome, advocate for themselves, and lead with confidence. Whether it's navigating workplace challenges, negotiating salaries, or owning their worth, I believe that when women stop doubting themselves, they change industries, organizations, and lives—including their own.Website: https://www.kasilacey.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drkasilacey/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drkasilaceyLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-kasi-lacey-207815110/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drkasilacey Oh, and fun fact? I once avoided public speaking at all costs—now I travel the country as a keynote speaker. Turns out, fear is just another challenge waiting to be conquered. About Jen Oliver:I pursue and create environments where we converse on the REAL stuff that changes us. I'm designed to bring others on my personal journey with honest admissions to help us all transform - that's my sweetspot and I speak, lead, and write from that space.REAL conversations stir deeper connection and community - to explore ways that you can work with me, go to:email: jen@REALjenoliver.compodcast website: ListenForREAL.com90-day TEDx Talk ACCELERATORWomanSpeak™website: REALJenOliver.comLinkedIn:@realjenoliverInstagram: @realjenoliverFacebook: @realjenoliverIf you believe conversations like these belong in the world, please subscribe, rate & review this podcast - and even better, share it with someone else as a REAL conversation starter. Subscribe to all things Jen at REALJenOliver.
In this conversation, Amber Abila and I discuss the challenges many of us face when it comes to listening to our bodies, setting boundaries, and giving voice to what's true for us. Amber is a binge and overeating coach, while I coach people to speak with impact and clarity from their truest voice.We both see huge overlap in our coaching practices and agree that listening to our body is crucial for understanding our needs and then getting them met - whether that is with moderate amounts of nourishing food or expressing our authentic Selves verbally.It has taken me a long time to learn what it means to create safety in my body, to sit with my emotions and not eat or drink them away. Amber and I dig into matters of self-worth, the struggle against people-pleasing, and the reality of shame and its ability to trigger overeating, binge eating, staying silent or speaking non-truths. It's all related…join the conversation.Guest Bio:Amber Abila helps women stop binge eating & overeating by rewiring their brains so they can feel normal and in control around ANY food.Through coaching and psychology, she learned that there was nothing wrong with her and she just needed some simple brain tools to start making dramatic shifts in her eating habits and life.She now walks others step by step through her process in her signature Confident Eater Program as well as in her podcast, in the top 3% worldwide, called “Become a Confident Eater.”Website: https://www.theconfidenteater.orgPodcast: https://www.theconfidenteater.org/podcastInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/theconfidenteater_/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/532434625387487YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@amberabila About Jen Oliver:I pursue and create environments where we converse on the REAL stuff that changes us. I'm designed to bring others on my personal journey with honest admissions to help us all transform - that's my sweetspot and I speak, lead, and write from that space.REAL conversations stir deeper connection and community - to explore ways that you can work with me, go to:email: jen@REALjenoliver.compodcast website: ListenForREAL.com90-day TEDx Talk ACCELERATORWomanSpeak™website: REALJenOliver.comLinkedIn:@realjenoliverInstagram: @realjenoliverFacebook: @realjenoliverIf you believe conversations like these belong in the world, please subscribe, rate & review this podcast - and even better, share it with someone else as a REAL conversation starter. Subscribe to all things Jen at REALJenOliver.
I don't often use the word “enlightening” but this conversation with Lara Waldman was just that. We explored our stories of spiritual awakening, the ways that we understand this elusive term called “manifestation,” and our unique journeys of self-discovery. This was a topic of conversation that I once would have labeled heretical and taboo because it didn't align with my limited viewpoint or echo chamber. What a loss that would have been.Lara shares her personal experiences to illustrate the interconnectedness of money, intimacy, and ancestral trauma. At one point, she says, “...for me, manifesting is mostly about releasing and letting go of everything that is NOT YOU, which is a lot of history, a lot of stories, a lot of programs, a lot of patterns…we're here to know ourselves often through the experience of lack, but that's not the truth of who we are…manifesting is connecting with who you are and what your soul wants to experience through physical reality. And that's not just the good stuff, right? We're here to have a full, rich experience of being alive as a human being on this planet. This is high level stuff.” Yes, yes it is “high level stuff” and totally worth the conversation. Join us. Guest Bio:Lara Waldman, a.k.a The Wealth Accelerator, is a manifestation expert, healer, podcast host and author of 'Money Manifestation Mastery'.Lara helps driven business owners and entrepreneurs transform blocks to owning their value to manifest high cash months and create wealth in every area of their life.She draws on over two decades of experience as a healer and spiritual coach to help transformational educators, business owners, leaders and professionals achieve financial success guided by the soul of their business and their wealthy inner wisdom.Lara's passion is helping the world's leaders create authentic success by activating their creative power within. She'll teach you the mindset, practices, and strategy you need to build the wealth and freedom you desire without the grind.Originally from Vancouver, Canada, Lara lives in London, England, with her husband of 24 years and two daughters.Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/larawaldmanofficialFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/abundanceactivatorYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@LaraWaldmanabundanceactivatorLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/larawaldman About Jen Oliver:I pursue and create environments where we converse on the REAL stuff that changes us. I'm designed to bring others on my personal journey with honest admissions to help us all transform - that's my sweetspot and I speak, lead, and write from that space.REAL conversations stir deeper connection and community - to explore ways that you can work with me, go to:email: jen@REALjenoliver.compodcast website: ListenForREAL.com90-day TEDx Talk ACCELERATORWomanSpeak™website: REALJenOliver.comLinkedIn:@realjenoliverInstagram: @realjenoliverFacebook: @realjenoliverIf you believe conversations like these belong in the world, please subscribe, rate & review this podcast - and even better, share it with someone else as a REAL conversation starter. Subscribe to all things Jen at REALJenOliver.
When echo chambers collide you get the best conversation! I sat down with Justin Cauthen, a man with 20 years of military service and five combat tours to his credit - not to mention leadership roles in situations and countries where hostility is often the norm. His story is powerful. And so is his heart.We talked about things that matter deeply—PTSD, suicide, the ripple effect trauma has across professions, the toll military life takes on spouses and kids. Justin shared with such humility and vulnerability. One of the things he said that struck me most was this: trauma radiates. And it does—it moves through people, relationships, even whole communities. And this is experienced by many - not just those associated with the military. BUT, there is a flip side! Healing also has a ripple effect.This conversation is also about “assuming noble intent” - as Justin puts it - lowering our defenses, asking the hard questions, and holding space for someone else's truth. And let me tell you, Justin showed up for this in a big way. We discussed the impact of military service on personal integrity and the importance of grace and understanding in supporting veterans during their transition to civilian life. I walked away changed. And I believe you will, too. Join the conversation…Guest Bio:With over two decades of service in the United States Army and healthcare, I am beginning the transition to the civilian workforce. This is NOT an easy transition for anyone who starts into a culture such as the military at the age of 17 or 18.My military career began as a healthcare specialist overseeing the night shift EMT team, expanded into higher-level leadership, leadership instruction, senior advisory roles, and aeromedical evacuation management, and will end with my current senior position as the Executive Clinical Director of Evans Army Community Hospital.With an extensive background in military healthcare and a focus on healthcare innovation and project management, my tenure at Evans Army Community Hospital has been marked by the advancement of medical facilities and services for a vast beneficiary community. At the helm of a 2,700-member team, we've fostered innovation and optimized resources in a dynamic healthcare environment.I have had the honor of leading troops in the far east and southwest of Asia as well as other regions. I am a Flight Medic by trade, but have had the privilege as serving in a myriad of rolls. Most notably was an Advisor to the Ministries of Health for the Islamic Republic of Afghanistan as well as Logistics Command to the Afghan Army. It was here, in Kabul from 2020-2021 that I learned the importance of assuming intent and the importance of recognizing the nobility in each of us, that we are ALL doing the best we can; with what we have, from the experiences we have had and the resources life have given us.Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/justin.cauthen?igsh=dmZ6azJicXEwb3Jr&utm_source=qrFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/18fNhfrPuu/?mibextid=wwXIfrLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justin-cauthen?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app About Jen Oliver:I pursue and create environments where we converse on the REAL stuff that changes us. I'm designed to bring others on my personal journey with honest admissions to help us all transform - that's my sweetspot and I speak, lead, and write from that space.REAL conversations stir deeper connection and community - to explore ways that you can work with me, go to:email: jen@REALjenoliver.compodcast website: ListenForREAL.com90-day TEDx Talk ACCELERATORWomanSpeak™website: REALJenOliver.comLinkedIn:@realjenoliverInstagram: @realjenoliverFacebook: @realjenoliverIf you believe conversations like these belong in the world, please subscribe, rate & review this podcast - and even better, share it with someone else as a REAL conversation starter. Subscribe to all things Jen at REALJenOliver.
Y'all, this episode with Bara Mann was one that I want you to be a part of.We talked about belonging, identity, and the stories we tell ourselves—especially the ones that no longer serve us. Bara shared her childhood moments of trying to fit in - and I talked of what that looks like as an adult. I've been that chameleon too—fitting in everywhere, but not necessarily showing all of me.This conversation was about breaking down the invisible walls we put up, and finding courage to speak from our truest place.We also explored the energy of our words—how our stories hold weight, shape our lives, and ripple into the world. Every time we speak from our truth, we add momentum to the life we want to live.This episode is a loving invitation to question old stories and come home to yourself.Grab a seat on the couch. Let's keep going deeper. Together.Guest Bio:Bara Mann (she/they) is a speaker and transformational life coach who helps driven individuals create more joy and impact. Drawing from both her corporate engineering career and Positive Intelligence® coaching expertise, she guides clients beyond overthinking into confident action. Through her approach to mental fitness, clients learn to overcome their fear of failure and and take control of their inner thoughts to create meaningful relationships, thrive in their careers, and experience deep wellbeing with greater confidence and joy.Website: https://baraco.orgInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/baracobara/Linkedin: https://www.instagram.com/baracobara About Jen Oliver:I pursue and create environments where we converse on the REAL stuff that changes us. I'm designed to bring others on my personal journey with honest admissions to help us all transform - that's my sweetspot and I speak, lead, and write from that space.REAL conversations stir deeper connection and community - to explore ways that you can work with me, go to:email: jen@REALjenoliver.compodcast website: ListenForREAL.com90-day TEDx Talk ACCELERATORWomanSpeak™website: REALJenOliver.comLinkedIn:@realjenoliverInstagram: @realjenoliverFacebook: @realjenoliverIf you believe conversations like these belong in the world, please subscribe, rate & review this podcast - and even better, share it with someone else as a REAL conversation starter. Subscribe to all things Jen at REALJenOliver.
Reading “Horribly Lovely” was exactly that…and, I could not stop turning the pages. My conversation with the author, Jon Kohrs, went deep as we talked about his “Horribly Lovely” journey. I will avoid spoilers, but this newly released book may cause you to reconsider many things. I confess to sitting in judgment of people and behaviors that Jon's writing exposes; from addiction to marital infidelity, he opens the door wide open to us with each chapter. This conversation opened me up to a greater space of love, compassion, and understanding. Jon shares his personal experiences with shame and an insatiable quest for connection, providing insights into the challenges of being truly present for people we love and the impact of past traumas on current relationships. We also discuss the roots of addiction, the stigma surrounding suicidal ideation, and the importance of authenticity in sharing personal stories. The dialogue emphasizes the gray areas of right and wrong, the beauty in messiness, and the transformative journey of being human. Join our conversation…Here is the link again to the website. The alchemy quiz is at the top. http://horriblylovely.com/Guest Bio:With an unconventional approach to writing, Jon is trying to break the norms of how we express ourselves authentically and idiosyncratically with the full originality of who we are as individuals. His writing is dreamlike, symbolic, and even poetic, uplifting the human spirit through the clarity and blunt punctuation of our experience living here together. His writing is an attempt to weave wisdom from his own unconventional journeys, with the Enneagram, shamanism, and Jungian alchemy, to explore the depth of human transformation. Jon is inspired to investigate how love works in this big bang universe of ours to empower others to bring their own real, honest, and uncomfortable love stories to the world.Jon balances writing with consulting opportunities to transform companies, teams, and leaders that desire to work in whole new ways. He serves as a designer, coach, and teacher, helping employees grow through the process of transforming ideas into intrapreneurial ventures.In both the literary and corporate worlds, he's served as a creative bridge between the personal and transpersonal realms. He is inspired by the shocks that help us unlearn who we think we and the resilience that helps us relearn who we truly are.Website: https://horriblylovely.fresheg.gs/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hatchedinlove About Jen Oliver:I pursue and create environments where we converse on the REAL stuff that changes us. I'm designed to bring others on my personal journey with honest admissions to help us all transform - that's my sweetspot and I speak, lead, and write from that space.REAL conversations stir deeper connection and community - to explore ways that you can work with me, go to:email: jen@REALjenoliver.compodcast website: ListenForREAL.com90-day TEDx Talk ACCELERATORWomanSpeak™website: REALJenOliver.comLinkedIn:@realjenoliverInstagram: @realjenoliverFacebook: @realjenoliverIf you believe conversations like these belong in the world, please subscribe, rate & review this podcast - and even better, share it with someone else as a REAL conversation starter. Subscribe to all things Jen at REALJenOliver.
Janice and I unpack our personal fears and the unique way she continues to overcome hers. I am someone who has historically craved certainty and safety - and as usual – my perspective shifts and so does our conversation! Our discussion pivoted into dating, love and our own relationships and divorces. We got into communication and breakups and the way fear can be both debilitating and liberating.I met Janice when she became one of my 2024 TEDx speakers - her talk was different because it was about identifying emotional wounds, facing fears and overcoming them by doing some pretty unique things, one fear, per year. She also has a podcast of the same name. This episode is one more REAL conversation that helps normalize fear and our admissions around it. Join the conversation…Guest Bio:Janice Burt is an inspirational speaker, court certified Spanish interpreter, voiceover artist, yoga instructor, podcast host, actor, and author. She has spoken on the TEDx stage twice, with topics such as kicking the people-pleasing habit and walking through one fear per year. Her purpose in life is to share hope and encouragement with others through the power of words and messy action.Website: https://www.janiceburt.com/Podcast: https://onefearperyear.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spanish_janice/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/janice-burt-93553619/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@JaniceBurtAmazon: https://us.amazon.com/stores/Janice-Angela-Burt/author/B00MDFM28I?ref=ap_rdr&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true About Jen Oliver:I pursue and create environments where we converse on the REAL stuff that changes us. I'm designed to bring others on my personal journey with honest admissions to help us all transform - that's my sweetspot and I speak, lead, and write from that space.REAL conversations stir deeper connection and community - to explore ways that you can work with me, go to:email: jen@REALjenoliver.compodcast website: ListenForREAL.com90-day TEDx Talk ACCELERATORWomanSpeak™website: REALJenOliver.comLinkedIn:@realjenoliverInstagram: @realjenoliverFacebook: @realjenoliverIf you believe conversations like these belong in the world, please subscribe, rate & review this podcast - and even better, share it with someone else as a REAL conversation starter. Subscribe to all things Jen at REALJenOliver.
One year ago, a Valentine's Day love letter came my way and I recorded my thoughts about it. This week's episode is a replay and is the perfect precursor to my next conversation in which I unpack all that has changed (or not) in the last year…Join me. About Jen Oliver:I pursue and create environments where we converse on the REAL stuff that changes us. I'm designed to bring others on my personal journey with honest admissions to help us all transform - that's my sweetspot and I speak, lead, and write from that space.REAL conversations stir deeper connection and community - to explore ways that you can work with me, go to:email: jen@REALjenoliver.compodcast website: ListenForREAL.com90-day TEDx Talk ACCELERATORWomanSpeak™website: REALJenOliver.comLinkedIn:@realjenoliverInstagram: @realjenoliverFacebook: @realjenoliverIf you believe conversations like these belong in the world, please subscribe, rate & review this podcast - and even better, share it with someone else as a REAL conversation starter. Subscribe to all things Jen at REALJenOliver.
I am honored to be in conversation with Mark Patinkin, finalist for the Pulitzer Prize in international reporting, as he shares an array of human stories that help us to grasp the complexities of life and war in Israel, the West Bank and Gaza. Patinkin moves from armchair commentaries to analyst to storyteller and beautifully amplifies voices and perspectives that need to be heard. He goes into the homes of both Jews and Palestinians to bear witness to their experiences. Mark is one of few journalists allowed into Gaza and he takes readers and listeners like us with him. There is much to learn from this conversation and Mark's book, the Holy Land at War (and more importantly from those actually living within this ongoing struggle).Guest Bio:Mark Patinkin, longtime Providence Journal columnist, is the author of “The Holy Land at War: A Journey Through Israel, the West Bank and Gaza.” Over the decades, Mark has traveled abroad to write about the Lebanon civil war, the first Intifada, the collapse of European communism and now war in the Middle East. Mark was a Pulitzer Prize finalist for international reporting and has honorary degrees from Rhode Island College and Johnson and Wales University. Mark grew up in Chicago, graduated from Middlebury College and currently lives in Providence.Website: https://markpatinkin.comX / Twitter link: https://x.com/markpatinkinInstagram link: https://www.instagram.com/swaglessdad/Facebook link: https://www.facebook.com/mark.patinkin.9Youtube link: https://www.youtube.com/@MarkPatinkin-b5oLinkedin link: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mark-patinkin-07263126/Amazon link: https://a.co/d/gqPjWqOWikipedia link: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mark_Patinkin About Jen Oliver:I pursue and create environments where we converse on the REAL stuff that changes us. I'm designed to bring others on my personal journey with honest admissions to help us all transform - that's my sweetspot and I speak, lead, and write from that space.REAL conversations stir deeper connection and community - to explore ways that you can work with me, go to:email: jen@REALjenoliver.compodcast website: ListenForREAL.com90-day TEDx Talk ACCELERATORWomanSpeak™website: REALJenOliver.comLinkedIn:@realjenoliverInstagram: @realjenoliverFacebook: @realjenoliverIf you believe conversations like these belong in the world, please subscribe, rate & review this podcast - and even better, share it with someone else as a REAL conversation starter. Subscribe to all things Jen at REALJenOliver.
My limited view on love and relationships has been blown wide open again. Anna K. Morris is on the “couch” with me and we talk super candidly about true love and knowledge of self in our romantic partnerships. This is NOT the rom-com, cultural ideal, religiously formed, or social media driven version of “love and romance.” We talk about the REAL, exciting, painful, ego-challenging and even non-conventional approaches to a strong relationship - one built upon healthy autonomy as an individual FIRST - which can lend to a greater level of intimacy with others. Anna talks openly about her life with Derek which lacks the co-dependent dance that I brought to my own relationships in the past. We both dive into our personal experiences with heartbreak, deep intimacy, and the importance of listening to one's body for clues on both. We continually come back to the significance of integrity in relationships and the necessity of being whole as a precursor to seeking love from others.. Join us. Our Guest:Anna K. Morris is a passionate entrepreneur, wife and mother of 2 little boys and 2 rescue dogs. She's a life coach and podcast host specializing in women achieving their big dreams while doing less and having more faith. She is co-founder of Happy Karma Homes with her husband, Derek, building and renovating beautiful homes in central Texas. You can also find her selling brownie truffles with her mother, Carla, from Yaya's Kitchen 75, a business she coached her mother to start at 75 years old.Website: https://www.annakmorris.com/Podcast: https://www.annakmorris.com/podcasts/have-it-allInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/annakmorris_/profilecard/?igsh=OGgxNG13ZTdjdG40Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/anna.kauppila.morris About Jen Oliver:I pursue and create environments where we converse on the REAL stuff that changes us. I'm designed to bring others on my personal journey with honest admissions to help us all transform - that's my sweetspot and I speak, lead, and write from that space.REAL conversations stir deeper connection and community - to explore ways that you can work with me, go to:email: jen@REALjenoliver.compodcast website: ListenForREAL.com90-day TEDx Talk ACCELERATORWomanSpeak™website: REALJenOliver.comLinkedIn:@realjenoliverInstagram: @realjenoliverFacebook: @realjenoliverIf you believe conversations like these belong in the world, please subscribe, rate & review this podcast - and even better, share it with someone else as a REAL conversation starter. Subscribe to all things Jen at REALJenOliver.
My friend and guest, Kelley Sewell, says her voice felt small in her younger years –yet when she wrote, she found solace and empowerment in the act of writing—her pen becoming a powerful tool to express what couldn't always be spoken. Join me in an intimate conversation with Kelley, a skilled book editor and writer, as we unpack the journey of discovering our true voice through writing, speaking and other creative outlets - along with the liberation that comes when we break free from constraints that keep us silent.It's not just about putting words on a page, but about engaging in self-discovery and healing. We delve into the profound role writing plays in facilitating tough conversations, particularly around sensitive issues like domestic violence (a topic we cover in our second segment). By sharing our personal experiences, we want to inspire essential dialogues with others, using written words as both personal medicine and a bridge to connect, support, and advocate for change.Our conversation also sheds light on speaking intentionally in critical situations, drawing from Kelley's poignant story about her sister-in-law Corinne, who showed great bravery when she spoke up for herself. Through Corrine's tragic story, we emphasize the necessity of trusting our deepest intuition and advocating for those who cannot speak for themselves.This week's episode is dedicated to a beautiful soul, Corinne Wiedel Sewell. Though her life was cut devastatingly short - her voice and legacy continues in the hope that YOU find your voice, in its truest form.NOTE TO OUR LISTENERS: We want you safe and well-cared for. The second segment of this episode speaks to sensitive matters of homicide and suicide. If you need help or resourcing, we encourage you to contact the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 800.799.SAFE (7233) or https://www.thehotline.org/. You are loved.Our Guest Bio:Kelley Sewell is an author, writing coach and hybrid book publisher. She helps others get their stories out into the world and into the hands of those who need them most.Website: https://www.kelleysewell.comInstagram link: https://instagram.com/kelleythewriter About Jen Oliver:I pursue and create environments where we converse on the REAL stuff that changes us. I'm designed to bring others on my personal journey with honest admissions to help us all transform - that's my sweetspot and I speak, lead, and write from that space.REAL conversations stir deeper connection and community - to explore ways that you can work with me, go to:email: jen@REALjenoliver.compodcast website: ListenForREAL.comwebsite: REALJenOliver.comLinkedIn:@realjenoliverInstagram: @realjenoliverFacebook: @realjenoliverIf you believe conversations like these belong in the world, please subscribe, rate & review this podcast - and even better, share it with someone else as a REAL conversation starter. Subscribe to all things Jen at REALJenOliver.
I loved my conversation with Brad Walsh, a boudoir photographer and male ally in the women's empowerment space. Brad has a quality about him that makes a potentially sensitive topic totally accessible - we delve right into the art and beauty we've uniquely experienced when clothing is removed. This chat transcends lingerie, eroticism and taking pictures purely to create turn-on in another person (although many may pursue this art form for that reason). Not even close. Brad describes the way in which a woman emerges new, more whole, and enthralled with her own beauty after a photography session PLUS we explore the psychological safety needed to make that possible when we hold space for others.Join us for this conversation and have your perspective expanded with regard to the dignity, vulnerability, and strength that this artform offers. Resources referenced in this episode:WomanSpeak™ where women learn the art and soul of public speaking Where Women Learn the Art & Sol of Public Speaking.The story I read in segment two was taken from:Finding Your Own North Star by Martha BeckAbout our Guest:Brad Walsh, first and foremost is a father to two beautiful girls aged 23 and 25, a husband to an amazingly inspiring woman, a photographer, a published #1 International Best-Selling Author, an International Speaker and a podcast host/producer and a Story Doula who found himself wanting to inspire others during the pandemic. He birthed the idea of EMPOWEROGRAPHY, a Top 2% Globally Rated Podcast, a platform that highlights strong, inspirational, dynamic women who share their stories of success, triumph, resiliency and transformation. He had no idea that what started as a simple concept would take on a life of its own. He is excited to share this platform with you and continue to EMPOWER, ELEVATE and EDUCATE by amplifying the voices of women all over the world. He is so excited to share this platform with you and continue to EMPOWER, ELEVATE and EDUCATE by amplifying the voices of women all over the world. So please join me in spreading the word about this mission/collective/movement I am creating to help provide a platform for women to help empower and inspire other women out there in the world.Website: https://www.empowerographypodcast.comPodcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/empowerography/id1471709447X / Twitter link: https://x.com/Empowerography1Instagram link: https://www.instagram.com/empowerographypodcast/Facebook link: https://www.facebook.com/brad.walsh.56/Youtube link: https://www.youtube.com/@EmpowerographyLinkedin link: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bradwalsh70/Pinterest link: https://www.pinterest.ca/walshy70/Tiktok link: https://www.tiktok.com/@walshy70 About Jen Oliver:I pursue and create environments where we converse on the REAL stuff that changes us. I'm designed to bring others on my personal journey with honest admissions to help us all transform - that's my sweetspot and I speak, lead, and write from that space.REAL conversations stir deeper connection and community - to explore ways that you can work with me, go to:email: jen@REALjenoliver.compodcast website: ListenForREAL.comwebsite: REALJenOliver.comLinkedIn:@realjenoliverInstagram: @realjenoliverFacebook: @realjenoliverIf you believe conversations like these belong in the world, please subscribe, rate & review this podcast - and even better, share it with someone else as a REAL conversation starter. Subscribe to all things Jen at REALJenOliver.
I am “on the couch” in conversation with Saloma Fisher who lived until age 32 in a conservative Amish community; we covered stuff that shocked me right out of my own misconceptions. Yes, there are the typical things many are aware of…no cars, modern conveniences, outside influences, music, or TV. BUT, the drinking, partying and “bed courting” that begins for some Amish youth around age 16? Lesser known.Saloma and I also talk about what being ex-communicated from your family and community feels like along with how she started over as a single parent with an 8th grade education and no knowledge of how to pay bills, take a job, and so on.Saloma loves deeply and is a woman of incredible faith despite being told she was going to “hell” in a community where you can only hope to be good enough through your works to merit heaven.She helps me understand the coexistence of being oppressed and living fearfully in a prescribed role AND feeling safe and secure in a loving community and faith practice. While she does not speak for every person who identifies as Amish - her experience is illuminating and provides incredible hope to any person who dreams for bigger things and is determined to have a sense of control in their own life.Saloma Fisher BIO: I was born and raised in NW Pennsylvania in an Amish culture. I am the proud mom of 6 kids, 5 girls and 1 boy, and a grandma to 2 precious grandchildren with a 3rd on the way! I am an entrepreneur and a visionary at heart and founded Cup of Hope Ministries - a nonprofit organization that helps teen and single moms locally. I am also in the process of opening Cup of Hope Cafe - a small coffee shop and bakery where 10% of the profits flow into our nonprofit to benefit moms directly.I love all things coffee, friends and community. And most of all, Jesus, the one who set me free from bondage and has given me a love for others.Facebook: https//facebook.com/cupofhopeministry Website: www.cupofhopeministry.com About Jen Oliver:I pursue and create environments where we converse on the REAL stuff that changes us. I'm designed to bring others on my personal journey with honest admissions to help us all transform - that's my sweetspot and I speak, lead, and write from that space.REAL conversations stir deeper connection and community - to explore ways that you can work with me, go to:email: jen@REALjenoliver.compodcast website: ListenForREAL.comwebsite: REALJenOliver.comLinkedIn:@realjenoliverInstagram: @realjenoliverFacebook: @realjenoliverIf you believe conversations like these belong in the world, please subscribe, rate & review this podcast - and even better, share it with someone else as a REAL conversation starter. Subscribe to all things Jen at REALJenOliver.
We got passionate and informed in this episode.I had the honor of hosting @TracyDeTomasi, CEO of Callisto, a survivor-founded nonprofit that has been able to create an encrypted platform allowing sexual assault survivors to find others harmed by the same perpetrator, without requiring them to report or come forward publicly. With a match in the Callisto Vault system, survivors receive free and confidential legal options counseling. This is a win-win-win and yet – with all of the money and resources in the world - Callisto is at risk of closing their doors. How can this be?We dive into a very REAL conversation about what's at stake. Activist, educator and Jeffrey Epstein survivor, Jess Michaels, underscores the fact that surviving sexual assault is difficult on many levels - but it is made a bit easier when you aren't alone in it; Callisto is a force for healing in that sense.The three of us converse boldly about the REAL good being done and the voices and financial backing needed to continue that important work. Join me, Jess, Tracy and the team as we imagine a world in which survivors of sexual violence are supported and empowered to find healing and justice on their own terms. We hope you will join in this important conversation…Resources mentioned in this episode:TED Talk: The reporting system that sexual assault survivors want | Jessica Laddhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=orumugzJpt0Previous season episodes with guest, Jess Michaels:Surviving Epstein; Normalizing Our Response to Sexual Assault - part 1https://www.listenforreal.com/surviving-epstein-normalizing-our-response-to-sexual-assault-part-1/Surviving Epstein; Normalizing Our Response to Sexual Assault - part 2https://www.listenforreal.com/surviving-epstein-normalizing-our-response-to-sexual-assault-part-2/Our Guests:Tracy DeTomasiTracy has held leadership positions over the past 20 years, across the nonprofit sector, where she developed and implemented trauma-informed programming and curricula. She was instrumental in changing domestic violence laws in the US and has worked on projects globally with The Commonwealth of Nations, Ecuador, Australia, The United Kingdom, South Africa, and Ghana. Previously, Tracy was the Co-Founder of Good People Collective, the Interim Executive Director at NO MORE, and the VP of Domestic Violence Services at the YWCA.As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Tracy has extensive experience working in the field of gender-based violence, giving her a deep understanding of the ecosystem of survivors, offenders, and allies. She has consulted with organizations to develop tech-based tools, such as an app that educates users about violence against women, a smartphone device for sexual violence prevention safety, and virtual reality trainings to address Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, and Anti-Sexual Harassment.Website: https://www.projectcallisto.org/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/callisto/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/callistoorgLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/callisto-tech-to-combat-sexual-assault/ Jess Michaels is a dance industry professional with 30 years experience as a performer, educator, and entrepreneur.She is also a 1991 survivor of sexual assault by Jeffrey Epstein and childhood sexual abuse. Shockingly, her healing journey began December 14, 2012, after she and her hometown of Newtown CT were devastated by the mass shooting at Sandy Hook Elementary School. Jess not only witnessed the impact of mass tragedy all around her but also experienced the full force of her past trauma catching up to her. In 2015, Jess found immense purpose and hope when she joined Dylan's Wings of Change, a foundation dedicated to Dylan Hockley, one of the first-grade victims in the mass shooting. She helped develop the Wingman program for dance studios, sports, and schools and her work as a speaker & educator on empathy, inclusion, and community-building began. It was there in Newtown, teaching dance classes and working alongside brave parents who lost their children, Jess began to connect the value of shame-free, community-based early trauma intervention to the needs of sexual assault survivors.The 2019 arrest of Epstein motivated her to finally confront her past. Breaking her #MeToo silence, she channeled her own healing journey into action.Today, she's the founder and driving force behind 3Joannes SAFR—a groundbreaking Sexual Assault First Aid Certification Course and SA First Aid Kit (mobile app). Through her work, Jess equips communities with the tools to minimize the devastating long-term effects of sexual violence.Her ultimate goal? To ensure no one else loses decades shackled by the ghosts of unprocessed trauma, as she did.Website: https://www.jessmichaelsspeaks.comInstagram: https://instagram.com/jessmichaelsspeaksLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessmichaelsspeaks?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app About Jen Oliver:I pursue and create environments where we converse on the REAL stuff that changes us. I'm designed to bring others on my personal journey with honest admissions to help us all transform - that's my sweetspot and I speak, lead, and write from that space.REAL conversations stir deeper connection and community - to explore ways that you can work with me, go to:email: jen@REALjenoliver.compodcast website: ListenForREAL.comwebsite: REALJenOliver.comLinkedIn:@realjenoliverInstagram: @realjenoliverFacebook: @realjenoliverIf you believe conversations like these belong in the world, please subscribe, rate & review this podcast - and even better, share it with someone else as a REAL conversation starter. Subscribe to all things Jen at REALJenOliver.
Oh this conversation, EEEEEEK! Femily Howe joins me on the “couch” and we cover the best stuff - from unconventional relationships to gender equity at its creative and inclusive best in our corporate cultures.Add in a killer discussion on feminism and the value of keeping our labels and then top the conversation off with Femily's expanded definition of queer – and my echo chamber is blown-all-the-way-up.And, if you don't believe we talked about ALL of this and more in one episode, then you haven't spent enough time on my couch:)I hope you join us - it's a cozy conversation we want you in on.Resources and cool things mentioned on this episode:7 Pillars of Liberated Love by Halley Inez MigliettaFind Your Unicorn Space by Eve RodskyListen for REAL episode with Jill Osur and Lisa Orrell - Love stories without labelsAbout Our Guest:FEMILY (she/they)As a Gender/Cultural Studies MA with a big firm management consulting background, Femily speaks at and advises tech and other male-majority sectors and teams, like law, finance, and engineering – on gender, equity, and building an ally culture across race and orientation as well.From Silicon Valley's Watermark Conference for Women to South by Southwest (SXSW), Femily frequently speaks to companies, conferences, and women's events.Femily is an expert media source for outlets including ABC, CBS, C-SPAN, NPR, Fast Company, and US News and World Report.In 2018, Femily started the Corporate Gender Program to address a growing demand for rigor in the field.Website: https://www.femilyonthego.com/Instagram link: https://instagram.com/femilyonthego?utm_medium=copy_linkPodcast link: https://www.femilyonthego.com/ftlLinkedin link: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emilymeghanmorrowhowe/ About Jen Oliver:I pursue and create environments where we converse on the REAL stuff that changes us. I'm designed to bring others on my personal journey with honest admissions to help us all transform - that's my sweetspot and I speak, lead, and write from that space.REAL conversations stir deeper connection and community - to explore ways that you can work with me, go to:email: jen@REALjenoliver.compodcast website: ListenForREAL.comwebsite: REALJenOliver.comLinkedIn:@realjenoliverInstagram: @realjenoliverFacebook: @realjenoliverIf you believe conversations like these belong in the world, please subscribe, rate & review this podcast - and even better, share it with someone else as a REAL conversation starter. Subscribe to all things Jen at REALJenOliver.
This conversation was powerful and a testimony to what is possible! Jacia Kornwise shares parts of her compelling journey from victimhood to survivorship, illustrating the liberating tool of emotional and physical expression. Her energy, clarity, strength and ability to thrive inspires me…Join us as we explore the deep-seated connection between trauma, movement, and healing. Her insights are enriched with personal stories, including her childhood adversities and the tragic loss of her brother, and her experience as the victim of a violent crime at age 26.We cover the science behind how trauma impacts both the mind and body; discussing the concept of generational trauma and how unresolved issues can be passed down through genetic markers, affecting subsequent generations. Most importantly, Jacia and I recount our personal experiences with trauma, emphasizing the need to reconnect with our bodies to create new neural pathways for healing and freedom.In this episode, we also explore the power of movement beyond just dance—from grounding tools and breathwork to mind-body awareness as Jacia shares tools from her comprehensive coaching programs.Join the conversation.RESOURCES mentioned on this episode:The work of Dr. Bessel Van Der Kolk M.D. lhttps://www.besselvanderkolk.com/Episode # 23 Listen for REAL entitled "Patriarchy Stress Disorder...seriously?!" with Dr. Valerie Rein www.listenforREAL.com/23 and the concept of epigenetics.Join Jacia's six-month VIP and personalized Embodied Soul Coaching program. A cohort uniquely tailored to help you achieve your goals in the most powerful way. Over 30 years as the most effective way to transform. Fully Customized Coaching Journey.Rise Up and Dance Program.Create Your Own Mind-Body-Soul Blueprint.Engage in Daily Movement Practices.Weekly Individual Coaching Sessions.Daily Content and Accountability.Ongoing Support.If you're ready to transform your life and step fully into your potential, don't hesitate—secure your spot now. Email jacia@jaciakornwise.com with the words NowCohort.Guest Bio:Jacia Kornwise is known as a Master in Moving your Mojo. With A master's in both counseling psychology and coaching and certified training in 5 rhythms dance, breath work , and somatic techniques, she has been working with people for over three decades, moving out of stuckness, trauma and self-sabotage and inspiring them into joy, success, authenticity and freedom. As a survivor of multiple traumas and much grief, she leads the work with her heart and from the inside out. She is a TEDx and Keynote speaker, 3 x award-winning author of "The Love Ball Game - Embracing Yourself and Embodying Your Soul"Website: https://jaciakornwise.com/Instagram link: https://www.instagram.com/jaciakornwise/Facebook link: https://www.facebook.com/jaciakornwiseLinkedin link: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacia-kornwise-14b2a513/YouTube link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC2LhNk8s56Pn1JZ0UGDqtNAAmazon link: https://www.amazon.com/Love-Ball-Game-Embracing-Embodying/dp/B0CP4RJ5RX About Jen Oliver:I pursue and create environments where we converse on the REAL stuff that changes us. I'm designed to bring others on my personal journey with honest admissions to help us all transform - that's my sweetspot and I speak, lead, and write from that space.REAL conversations stir deeper connection and community - to explore ways that you can work with me, go to:email: jen@REALjenoliver.compodcast website: ListenForREAL.comwebsite: REALJenOliver.comLinkedIn:@realjenoliverInstagram: @realjenoliverFacebook: @realjenoliverIf you believe conversations like these belong in the world, please subscribe, rate & review this podcast - and even better, share it with someone else as a REAL conversation starter. Subscribe to all things Jen at REALJenOliver.
I spoke with Lisa Howard because I recall making assumptions about “activists” in previous years, especially as it relates to climate change. Full disclosure, I KNEW NOTHING about the state of our planet or the climate and simply parroted what I would hear conservative pundits assert. . SO now, I have conversations like these to learn, expand my perspective, and shift where necessary. This conversation applies to anyone who sees a problem and actively works to make the situation better for themselves and others. May we all adopt this title! Talking to Lisa was lovely because it helped me understand the heart behind many activists - regardless of their cause. The term “activist” gets a bad rap in some settings, but regardless of the cause - I have a newfound admiration for those who commit time, talent, and energy and take risks for something they believe in - and I count myself among them.Our Guest:Lisa Howard is the co-leader of the Sacramento-Roseville chapter of Citizens' Climate Lobby (CCL), a state coordinator for CCL, and a member of the Sacramento chapter of Al Gore's Climate Reality Project. Lisa's focus is on inspiring others to believe that one person can make a difference, motivating people to take action on the climate crisis, and giving folks the tools they need to get started. She has a black belt in taekwondo, a degree in journalism, and a day job as a webmaster for a charter school. Her two kids are the reason she got involved in climate activism and the reason she continues to fight for a better future.Website: https://www.sacramentoccl.org/Instagram link: https://www.instagram.com/cclsacramento/Facebook link: https://www.facebook.com/CCLsacramento About Jen Oliver:I pursue and create environments where we converse on the REAL stuff that changes us. I'm designed to bring others on my personal journey with honest admissions to help us all transform - that's my sweetspot and I speak, lead, and write from that space.REAL conversations stir deeper connection and community - to explore ways that you can work with me, go to:email: jen@REALjenoliver.compodcast website: ListenForREAL.comwebsite: REALJenOliver.comLinkedIn:@realjenoliverInstagram: @realjenoliverFacebook: @realjenoliverIf you believe conversations like these belong in the world, please subscribe, rate & review this podcast - and even better, share it with someone else as a REAL conversation starter. Subscribe to all things Jen at REALJenOliver.
I am upping the ante on REAL conversations as I sit down with my close friends, Jill Osur and Lisa Orrell. Jill and Lisa's not-so-random meeting led to a partnership that's as dynamic as it is loving. Their relationship teaches and challenges me and our open-hearted talks underscore the power of honest friendships - the kind in which we can show up authentically while paving the way to a more equitable world.We unpack my once narrow, and sadly, homophobic perspective and how it has expanded in large part due to conversations with LGBTQ+ friends and loved ones. This conversation offers further proof that our lived experience and personal story can change minds when we share our truest selves with others. I also love our discussion on the gift of Gen Z - the next wave of humans who are pretty perplexed by older generations' use of societal labels and our tendency toward categorizing human souls. Guests Bios:Jill's Bio:A former UC Berkeley softball player, Jill Osur still draws on her athletic background to hone her leadership style and overcome obstacles. Deeply moved to elevate women and inspire meaningful change, her values have guided her career—first as a savvy political fundraiser, then in marketing with Special Olympics Northern California & Nevada, and now, as an entrepreneur. Jill has helped launch numerous consumer product companies and ventures focused on “doing well by doing good.” Previously the co-founder and director of California-based winery group, and in the wine industry since 2014, Jill founded a digital winery, Teneral Cellars, in 2020. Teneral Cellars is driven by Jill's belief that wine can be a conduit for change; a force for gender equity and social justice within the wine industry and our culture at large. Teneral Cellars was named “Hot Brands of 2022” by Wine Business Monthly.Jill is a captivating public speaker who helps female executives and entrepreneurs learn how to strengthen their leadership by tapping into the “head, heart, and gut.” As said by one attendee, Jill “puts a firecracker in the room” with her energizing, moving presence. A champion of female power, Jill coaches audiences and clients to embrace their brilliance, leverage full capacity thinking, and show up in alignment with their authentic selves. She recently took the stage with her 2024 TEDxFolsom talk entitled, "How Impactful Leaders Use Three Brains"Jill is a member of the Governor's Entrepreneurship and Economic Mobility Taskforce, Women Presidents' Organization, 2023 Tory Burch Foundation Fellow, was a founding board member of the John F. Kennedy University Institute for Entrepreneurial Leadership, and is a current advisory board member for Enterprising Women, Women Business Collaborative, and board member of Hilinski's Hope Foundation, which provides integrative mental wellness programs for student athletes.Awards• 2023 Honoree, 100 Women to KNOW in America• 2023 Winner, NAWBO Sacramento OWL Awards – Woman Innovator• 2022 Winner, Leadership California's Legacy of Leadership - Corporate Leader Award• 2022 Winner, of the Athletes' Voices “Turn Up The Mic” Award for Excellence in Collaboration presented by ESPN• 2022 Winner, Stevie Awards For Women in Business - Gold Medal - Best Female Entrepreneur – Consumer Products –10 or Less Employees, Silver Medal - Social Change Maker of the Year – Women and Bronze Medal - Women Helping Women - Social Change 3.• 2021 Winner, Women Presidents' Organization: Adrienne Hall Award for Breaking Down BarriersWebsite: https://www.teneralcellars.comInstagram link: https://www.instagram.com/jillosur/Facebook link: https://www.facebook.com/teneralcellarsLinkedin link: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jillosur/ Lisa's Bio:Lisa Orrell, CPC, is known globally as “The Chief of Change”, and she was recently named to the 2024 “World's Top 30 Leadership Speakers & Experts” list published by the international research organization, Global Gurus.As a renowned expert, she's passionate about empowering, educating, and inspiring all members of today's workforce to be exceptional Leaders…often through the unique lens of Personal Branding and a focus on Mental Health.But her charter isn't just about helping them make positive changes within themselves! It's also about making a positive impact on workplace culture…because when you have more effective Leaders, you have happier employees.Lisa has been booked for Keynotes and Training Programs by countless well-known organizations, such as: Pfizer, Salesforce, Wyndham Worldwide Resorts, eBay, Wells Fargo, Johnson & Johnson, Pepsi, PayPal, USC, Blue Cross/BlueShield, Paul Mitchell, State University of New York, SHRM, and the National Diversity Council. Lisa was even hired by the Government of Brunei to be the Keynote Speaker (IN Brunei) at their first-ever Women in Leadership Conference!In addition to being a Speaker, Trainer, and Award-winning Author, Lisa is also a Certified Leadership & Success Coach who works with individuals and employee groups. She received her certification through an intensive one-year training program accredited by the International Coach Federation.Her four popular business books on Amazon include: “Your Employee Brand is in Your Hands”; “Millennials into Leadership”; “Millennials Incorporated”; and “Boomers into Business”. Each of Lisa's books are filled with useful tactics, tips, and strategies, so they are often ordered in bulk by organizations for their Learning & Development Programs.And, based on her expertise and notoriety, Lisa has been interviewed by, or written articles for, many media outlets and research firms, including (partial list): ABC, NPR, NBC, MSNBC, CBS, The NY Times, Wall Street Journal, USA Today, U.S. News & World Report, Human Resource Executive, Diversity Business, Essence, HR.com, Monster.com, Recruiter.com, CollegeRecruiter.com, and CareerBuilder.com.Website: https://www.theorrellgroup.comInstagram link: https://www.instagram.com/thelisaorrell/Facebook link: https://www.facebook.com/lisa.orrellLinkedin link: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisaorrell/ About Jen Oliver:I pursue and create environments where we converse on the REAL stuff that changes us. I'm designed to bring others on my personal journey with honest admissions to help us all transform - that's my sweetspot and I speak, lead, and write from that space.REAL conversations stir deeper connection and community - to explore ways that you can work with me, go to:email: jen@REALjenoliver.compodcast website: ListenForREAL.comwebsite: REALJenOliver.comLinkedIn:@realjenoliverInstagram: @realjenoliverFacebook: @realjenoliverIf you believe conversations like these belong in the world, please subscribe, rate & review this podcast - and even better, share it with someone else as a REAL conversation starter. Subscribe to all things Jen at REALJenOliver.
I am doing my level best to get out of my head and connect more deeply with my soul and this conversation with Michal Spiegelman was right on time (aren't all REAL conversations that way?) Michal is a master at helping us to tune into and dialogue with our soul. We discuss the spectrum of experiences and emotions that come with living soulFULLY – and Michal explains the difference between soul-care and self-care. Join the conversation…Guest Bio:Michal Spiegelman is the visionary behind Beacons of Change, a transformative platform dedicated to guiding women and healing professionals toward a soul-fueled life lived at full power. As the founder and creator of the Soulful Healer Method for Profound Transformation, Michal empowers a diverse community of individuals to find their authentic voice and develop a distinctive identity.Michal combines deep expertise and timeless wisdom with a comprehensive methodology enriched by a variety of traditional and holistic therapeutic tools. This powerful blend ignites transformation and growth, inspiring women and healing professionals alike to become soulful and shine brightly as beacons in their personal and professional lives.Michal is the author of ‘Becoming Soulful: Six Keys for Profound Transformation in Your Therapy, Coaching, or Healing Practice,' scheduled for release in the summer of 2024.”She is a certified professional life coach, Reiki master, spiritual mentor, medical intuitive, and social worker, passionate about elevating consciousness in the world, one soul at a time.Website: https://www.beaconsofchange.com/Instagram link: https://www.instagram.com/michal.spiegelman/Facebook link: https://www.facebook.com/BeaconsOfChangeCommunity/Linkedin link: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michalspiegelman/ About Jen Oliver:I pursue and create environments where we converse on the REAL stuff that changes us. I'm designed to bring others on my personal journey with honest admissions to help us all transform - that's my sweetspot and I speak, lead, and write from that space.REAL conversations stir deeper connection and community - to explore ways that you can work with me, go to:email: jen@REALjenoliver.compodcast website: ListenForREAL.comwebsite: REALJenOliver.comLinkedIn:@realjenoliverInstagram: @realjenoliverFacebook: @realjenoliverIf you believe conversations like these belong in the world, please subscribe, rate & review this podcast - and even better, share it with someone else as a REAL conversation starter. Subscribe to all things Jen at REALJenOliver.
My preconceived notions on the gender transition experience got BLOWN UP thanks to this conversation with Andrea Leigh - a powerful woman of influence straight outta Oklahoma - with an affinity for fashion, tattoos, sports cars, Harleys and guns. Andrea has the unique perspective and wisdom that comes from living a full and satisfying life as a man and now, as a woman. She has strong opinions about being referred to as “trans” and the freedom to choose our own identities. This conversation provides another informed perspective - especially if you have opinions on people who identify as transgender. Guest Bio:Andrea is a High Impact Coach dedicated to empowering ambitious professionals to break free from conventional expectations and achieve profound personal and professional growth. Her coaching methodology combines a direct, no-nonsense approach with practical psychological principles to help clients embrace new experiences and discover the meaning and purpose of life through the journey itself.With over three decades as a top sales specialist at Pfizer, where she excelled in multiple therapeutic divisions, Andrea retired at the peak of her career in 2022. Transitioning into the fashion industry, she quickly found success in the Oklahoma and Dallas markets, building and leading cohesive high-performing teams. As a leader in the C-Suite Network and LeadHERship Global, Andrea's involvement in these communities allows her to foster a culture of acceptance and diversity, championing the power of embracing individuality and leveraging adversity as a catalyst for growth.Co-hosting a streaming network TV show and her role as a professional stylist at the corporate level, representing WHBM, Chico's, and Soma allows her to further inspire and motivate others.Her coaching philosophy centers on the transformative value of embracing one's unique identity and turning challenges into opportunities. Providing practical tools for self-acceptance and personal breakthroughs, guiding clients to reconnect with their life's purpose and achieve lasting fulfillment. Andrea believes that the meaning of life is found in the experience, not before, and encourages her clients to say yes to new experiences as a pathway to discovering their most fulfilling future.Website: https://www.andrealeigh.com/Instagram link: https://www.instagram.com/therealandrealeigh?igsh=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA%3D%3D&utm_source=qrFacebook link: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100084531194868&mibextid=LQQJ4dLinkedin link: http://linkedin.com/in/andrea-leigh-borth-b72159b About Jen Oliver:I pursue and create environments where we converse on the REAL stuff that changes us. I'm designed to bring others on my personal journey with honest admissions to help us all transform - that's my sweetspot and I speak, lead, and write from that space.REAL conversations stir deeper connection and community - to explore ways that you can work with me, go to:email: jen@REALjenoliver.compodcast website: ListenForREAL.comwebsite: REALJenOliver.comLinkedIn:@realjenoliverInstagram: @realjenoliverFacebook: @realjenoliverIf you believe conversations like these belong in the world, please subscribe, rate & review this podcast - and even better, share it with someone else as a REAL conversation starter. Subscribe to all things Jen at REALJenOliver.
I invited Poonan Bhuchar on the pod because I believed her lived experience of marriage, divorce, and career differed from mine and would expand my perspective. Well...Poonan did teach me a great deal - but ultimately, we are more stunningly alike than different. From overriding our gut instincts, to not listening to our body, to doing the very best we can for our kids…we cover a lot of ground and it all relates to our ability to heal emotionally. Poonan called it out; we each have a social responsibility to take care of our emotional well-being and break the ties of generational trauma. This is a tell-it-like-it-is conversation…join us. Our Guest's BioPoonam Bhuchar, a practicing attorney, is an acclaimed speaker and coach on overcoming trauma and emotional pain in order to live a happy, fulfilled life. Born and raised in London of Indian parents, she immigrated to the United States at 21 and experienced a multitude of painful challenges in her life, including sexual assault, abuse, health issues, financial setbacks, and the aftermath and cultural humiliation of divorces. Poonam developed the S.A.F.E. Method to help others acknowledge, discuss, and grow from their emotional pain without self or imposed stigma or judgment. Her top-selling book "SAFE from the Pain” guides readers into the light of a prosperous, happy life.Poonam has appeared on 30 podcasts, been interviewed on Fox, Forbes Riley on her show and is also a TedX speaker . In addition to her coaching and speaking, she is now using her legal knowledge and personal experience to create pre-divorce and individual wellness coaching. Poonam recently introduced an online course on "Becoming Emotionally S.A.F.E."Website: https://www.emotionallysafe.comFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100064021724096LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/poonam-bhuchar-19961632/ About Jen Oliver:I pursue and create environments where we converse on the REAL stuff that changes us. I'm designed to bring others on my personal journey with honest admissions to help us all transform - that's my sweetspot and I speak, lead, and write from that space.REAL conversations stir deeper connection and community - to explore ways that you can work with me, go to:email: jen@REALjenoliver.compodcast website: ListenForREAL.comwebsite: REALJenOliver.comLinkedIn:@realjenoliverInstagram: @realjenoliverFacebook: @realjenoliverIf you believe conversations like these belong in the world, please subscribe, rate & review this podcast - and even better, share it with someone else as a REAL conversation starter. Subscribe to all things Jen at REALJenOliver.
This conversation was a little edgy, but so illuminating for me. I connect with Jaclyn Foster, the insightful author of "I Touch Myself" and we navigate awkward waters with laughter and REAL talk. There is more to consider with the intricacies of self-love and the art of body awareness. Plus, we get into the confusing paradox of our response to pleasure; we can desire unhealthy behaviors like overeating or excessive drinking and also instinctively shut down overwhelmingly positive sensations, such as those experienced during a sexual encounter. So much to unpack, join the conversation…Our Guest's BioJaclyn is known as The Provocateur of Love, on a mission to support women to dissolve shame and fear, so they can fall wildly in love with life and their relationships. She is a published author of the book, I Touch Myself, Lessons to Wake Up Desire & Fire Up Your Sex Drive; a book that's all about her journey of following desire and unpacking the pull to follow rules and be a good girl. When she isn't coaching and teaching, you'll find her dancing, walking out in nature, joyfully soaking in her latest new awareness, and enjoying snuggle time with her fiance.Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fosterjaclyn/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jaclynlaceyfoster/ About Jen Oliver:I pursue and create environments where we converse on the REAL stuff that changes us. I'm designed to bring others on my personal journey with honest admissions to help us all transform - that's my sweetspot and I speak, lead, and write from that space.REAL conversations stir deeper connection and community - to explore ways that you can work with me, go to:email: jen@REALjenoliver.compodcast website: ListenForREAL.comwebsite: REALJenOliver.comLinkedIn:@realjenoliverInstagram: @realjenoliverFacebook: @realjenoliverIf you believe conversations like these belong in the world, please subscribe, rate & review this podcast - and even better, share it with someone else as a REAL conversation starter. Subscribe to all things Jen at REALJenOliver.
REAL conversation with Alycia Anderson - a wheelchair user who responds with candor to discriminatory assumptions and uncomfortable conversations that happen in her presence or after she has rolled away. Alycia helped me to remove the fear and pity lens that I was looking at disabled folks through. I was operating from an ableist perspective - a notion that a “normal” body is the ideal - concluding that people in bodies different from the norm would want to be fixed or restored to whole. That is not necessarily the case and it's favoring one ability over another. I am starting to unwire my old operating system; when we define someone by their disability we risk missing the person! About our guest:Alycia Anderson is an international TEDx motivational speaker, disability advocate, DEI & accessibility corporate inclusion educator, podcast host of Pushing Forward with Alycia and founder / CEO of The Alycia Anderson Company, LLC. Alycia's company focuses on the education and advocacy of diversity, equity and inclusion in the workplace. Alycia was recently awarded 2022 Employee Business Resource Group (EBRG) Program of the Year.Alycia holds a European Master's Degree in Adapted Physical Activity emphasizing the benefits, practices and principles of inclusion. She is a tennis player, cyclist, identical twin and has been a wheelchair user since birth.Alycia shares her journey globally to help companies and organizations understand the true benefits inherent to building a diverse, inclusive and accessible workplace and society. Shining light on how our diversities are core to the qualities that make each of us uniquely qualified and able in life.Alycia's authenticity and charisma draw others to her, and she naturally connects with them to inspire, mentor, champion, and support. Alycia right sizes everyday obstacles to open minds to a world of possibility. "And that's how she rolls!"Alycia has spoken for the likes of: TEDx, Victoria's Secret, Abercrombie & Fitch Co., eHarmony, Hyatt, AAA, AbbVie, Blue Shield of California, Arizona State University, Burlington Stores and has been featured in an AT&T commercial, the Los Angeles Times, Chicago Tribune, and the Orange County Register. She's also been a guest on the Leeza Gibbons show, spotlighted on CBS news, and featured on the covers of Living Low and New Mobility Magazines. TEDx Talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ah_NWrE291oWebsite: https://alyciaanderson.com/Podcast link: https://alyciaanderson.com/podcast/Instagram link: https://www.instagram.com/alyciaspeaking/Youtube link: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXCcsHc2guyzv7waaN6EVagLinkedin link: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alyciaranderson/ About Jen Oliver:I pursue and create environments where we converse on the REAL stuff that changes us. I'm designed to bring others on my personal journey with honest admissions to help us all transform - that's my sweetspot and I speak, lead, and write from that space.REAL conversations stir deeper connection and community - to explore ways that you can work with me, go to:email: jen@REALjenoliver.compodcast website: ListenForREAL.comwebsite: REALJenOliver.comLinkedIn:@realjenoliverInstagram: @realjenoliverFacebook: @realjenoliverIf you believe conversations like these belong in the world, please subscribe, rate & review this podcast - and even better, share it with someone else as a REAL conversation starter. Subscribe to all things Jen at REALJenOliver.
I learned so much during this conversation with Emelda De Coteau. Our motherhood journeys look very different - as we talk about the emotional terrain of raising a child with unique needs.Tears were definitely shed in this episode; Emelda speaks honestly about her journey as a mother to her vibrant, neurodivergent child. At one point, she describes how it feels to watch your child struggle to find a playmate and be understood by other children - and what you do and don't do in hard moments like that. It was a wakeup call for me. We delve into the practical aspects of parenthood that many families encounter, from advocating for suitable educational resources to nurturing communication with children who experience the world differently. This was a very REAL and important talk that sharpened and bonded both of us. May no parent feel alone on their journey! Our Guests Bio:Emelda Juanita De Coteau is a loving wife, mama, creative (writer, podcaster, spiritual activist / organizer), and believer seeking God anew in each moment. Although based in Baltimore, this daughter of a Honduran immigrant feels at home throughout the world. She leads Pray with Our Feet (PWF), an online community lifting the intersection of progressive Christian faith and social justice; she co-hosts the PWF podcast with her Mom, Trudy. She is also the founder of When Motherhood Looks Different, a community-based small business helping Mamas of neurodivergent kids and Moms with chronic illness center well-being and connect in community by offering events, resources, support and mindfulness coaching. Emelda is a certified mindfulness coach and trauma informed mindfulness facilitator.Resources mentioned in this episode:When Motherhood Looks Different Self-Compassion Meditation - https://drive.google.com/file/d/1wE9AWQCLNMm1fS92NcQgjFN-6UW0Bvh_/view?usp=share_linkWMLD Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/whenmotherhoodlooksdifferent/ Pray with our Feet website - https://www.praywithourfeet.org PWF post on Ryan Gainer - https://www.instagram.com/p/C4dnyZcJ09f/?img_index=1WMLD post on Ryan Gainer - https://www.instagram.com/p/C4jPOcwOxOC/?img_index=1Video of Ryan Gainer, WMLD post - https://www.instagram.com/p/C4d7LY5RDcw/Blog - https://www.praywithourfeet.org/blogDevotional and Prayer Page - https://www.praywithourfeet.org/devotionalsPray with our Feet Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/praywithourfeet/ About Jen Oliver:I pursue and create environments where we converse on the REAL stuff that changes us. I'm designed to bring others on my personal journey with honest admissions to help us all transform - that's my sweetspot and I speak, lead, and write from that space.REAL conversations stir deeper connection and community - to explore ways that you can work with me, go to:email: jen@REALjenoliver.compodcast website: ListenForREAL.comwebsite: REALJenOliver.comLinkedIn:@realjenoliverInstagram: @realjenoliverFacebook: @realjenoliverIf you believe conversations like these belong in the world, please subscribe, rate & review this podcast - and even better, share it with someone else as a REAL conversation starter. Subscribe to all things Jen at REALJenOliver.
I am back with the insightful Christie Watrous for a heartfelt conversation on the intricacies of sisterhood. We get REAL about the social conditioning that often pits women against each other and share our own journeys toward meaningful connections. Christie and I discuss our shared passion around holding space for other women and the transformative experience of being seen in our most vulnerable moments. We emphasize the significance of environments that encourage curiosity over comparison.I talk about my commitment to creating Red Tent (a best selling book by Anita Diamont)gatherings; the kind of where women can gather to find solace and solidarity amidst life's challenges. isterhood that holds the potential to transform personal growth and communal resilience.--------- HIGHLIGHTS ---------0:03:33 - Reconnecting Through Sisterhood and Intimacy0:14:18 - Understanding the Concept of Containers0:22:44 - Building Sisterhood and Safe Spaces0:33:52 - The Importance of Passing Down History0:39:46 - Exploring Erotic and Personal Voice Our Guest: Christie WatrousChristie (she/her) is currently a Sex & Relationship Coach practicing in Folsom, CA. She is clinically trained with a Master's in Social Work and has spent most of her career working in a wide variety of grassroots and non-profit settings ranging from runaway and homeless youth to adults with traumatic brain injuries. She graduated from the Advanced Sex & Relationship Coaching Program with the Somatica Institute. And most recently, Christie completed a sex educator mentorship program with the Back to the Body team and received her certification as a facilitator of The Lotus Lift Meditation ©, created by Pamela Madsen & featured in Oprah Magazine.Christie's practice focuses on helping those whom identify as women to stay connected to their bodies in the midst of life transitions. She helps women discover their own unique erotic energy, prioritize pleasure, explore desire and integrate this awareness into daily life. Her work is inspired by her own mid-life embodied journey back to her erotic self and fuels her passion for women's sexual wellness. As the founder of Embodied Life Transitions providing 1:1 Coaching for women, Christie also facilitates a collaborative community based Book Club called “Between the Covers”. She hosts a monthly, sex-positive Sisterhood Happy Hour with a focus on sexual wellness for women and teaches her own in-person experiential workshops in Historic Folsom as part of the Back to the Body Collective. She is an advocate for women's sexual wellness & is passionate about creating spaces for sisterhood, intimacy, and connection in her community.website: https://www.embodiedlifetransitions.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christie-watrous-b3b350172/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/embodiedlifetransitions/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/embodiedlifetransitions/ About Jen Oliver:I pursue and create environments where we converse on the REAL stuff that changes us. I'm designed to bring others on my personal journey with honest admissions to help us all transform - that's my sweetspot and I speak, lead, and write from that space.REAL conversations stir deeper connection and community - to explore ways that you can work with me, go to:email: jen@REALjenoliver.compodcast website: ListenForREAL.comwebsite: REALJenOliver.comLinkedIn:@realjenoliverInstagram: @realjenoliverFacebook: @realjenoliverIf you believe conversations like these belong in the world, please subscribe, rate & review this podcast - and even better, share it with someone else as a REAL conversation starter. Subscribe to all things Jen at REALJenOliver.
My conversation with Christie Watrous expands my limited viewpoint…again. We unpack what it means to connect with our bodies and each other, defining intimacy and pleasure in REAL terms. Spoiler alert: intimacy and pleasure are not always sexual and wow sometimes they are - AND it can look different than what the culture dishes up. As the founder of Embodied Life Transitions, Christie brings her personal experience of transformation and empowerment to our discussion, offering insights into reclaiming our bodies and desires. We talk candidly about our need to deconstruct shame narratives and embrace the pursuit of pleasure, which extends beyond the confines of the bedroom and into the joy of our simple daily rituals, from sipping a warm beverage to soaking in the melody of our favorite tune.Christie and I confront our individual and collective truths - from unhealthy self-concepts to narratives that frame the end of a marriage as failure. Join the conversation. Resources referenced:Come as You Are: The Surprising New Science that Will Transform Your Sex Life by Emily Nagoski Ph.D.--------- EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS ---------(0:00:01) - Exploring the Erotic and Love(0:10:10) - Prioritizing Pleasure and Desire(0:24:10) - Unpacking Shame and Embracing Truth(0:30:55) - Deconstructing Shame and Celebrating Growth(0:41:59) - Human Need for Connection and Intimacy(0:48:02) - Exploring Sexuality and Intimacy Beyond Stereotypes(1:00:28) - Navigating Consent and Boundaries in RelationshipsOur Guest: Christie WatrousChristie (she/her) is currently a Sex & Relationship Coach practicing in Folsom, CA. She is clinically trained with a Master's in Social Work and has spent most of her career working in a wide variety of grassroots and non-profit settings ranging from runaway and homeless youth to adults with traumatic brain injuries. She graduated from the Advanced Sex & Relationship Coaching Program with the Somatica Institute. And most recently, Christie completed a sex educator mentorship program with the Back to the Body team and received her certification as a facilitator of The Lotus Lift Meditation ©, created by Pamela Madsen & featured in Oprah Magazine.Christie's practice focuses on helping those whom identify as women to stay connected to their bodies in the midst of life transitions. She helps women discover their own unique erotic energy, prioritize pleasure, explore desire and integrate this awareness into daily life. Her work is inspired by her own mid-life embodied journey back to her erotic self and fuels her passion for women's sexual wellness. As the founder of Embodied Life Transitions providing 1:1 Coaching for women, Christie also facilitates a collaborative community based Book Club called “Between the Covers”. She hosts a monthly, sex-positive Sisterhood Happy Hour with a focus on sexual wellness for women and teaches her own in-person experiential workshops in Historic Folsom as part of the Back to the Body Collective. She is an advocate for women's sexual wellness & is passionate about creating spaces for sisterhood, intimacy, and connection in her community.website: https://www.embodiedlifetransitions.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/christie-watrous-b3b350172/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/embodiedlifetransitions/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/embodiedlifetransitions/ About Jen Oliver:I pursue and create environments where we converse on the REAL stuff that changes us. I'm designed to bring others on my personal journey with honest admissions to help us all transform - that's my sweetspot and I speak, lead, and write from that space.REAL conversations stir deeper connection and community - to explore ways that you can work with me, go to:email: jen@REALjenoliver.compodcast website: ListenForREAL.comwebsite: REALJenOliver.comLinkedIn:@realjenoliverInstagram: @realjenoliverFacebook: @realjenoliverIf you believe conversations like these belong in the world, please subscribe, rate & review this podcast - and even better, share it with someone else as a REAL conversation starter. Subscribe to all things Jen at REALJenOliver.
Here I am, a white chick, learning what's appropriate to ask of a black woman when it comes to her lived experience. Thank God for Wanda Smith who is grace and wisdom embodied into one beautiful human. I ask a lot of careful, race-related questions because I am so afraid of doing it wrong - but she gets me.Our conversation highlights the importance of curious dialogue to create empathy and self-awareness. We talk about the importance of being in circles with safe people who get us and forged even greater bonds discussing grief and struggle. So grateful. Join us…Resources mentioned during this podcast:Ms. Wanda's Full Circle Radio - https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/iammswandaShe Believed, Vol II Book - https://www.amazon.com/She-Believed-II-Unapologetic-Determined/dp/1726711714/ref=sr_1_1?dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.mfAeqDkSrASMo9NsegZpPQ.4CyGlegEqkNbQ_XXYOPhAZD_XoTu40yzst8E0qM112w&dib_tag=se&qid=1710719111&refinements=p_27%3AWanda+Abney&s=books&sr=1-1&text=Wanda+AbneySB188 The CROWN Act signed into law, making California the first state to ban hair discrimination in work and school - https://www.thecrownact.com/californiaWanda Smith's Bio:Wanda Smith is a highly sought-after speaker, coach, moderator, talk show host and Founder of SpeakHer Consulting LLC. Ms. Smith walks alongside those who seek to become confident speakers by helping them craft a message that supports their vision and authentic voice.Wanda is the host of Full Circle, a weekly radio show dedicated to empowering black women through conversation. Each week she hosts lively dialogue aimed at inspiring women to achieve their desired vision for their lives. You can hear “Ms. Wanda's Full Circle Radio” on your favorite podcast platform.Wanda is enthusiastic and has a heart for seeing people thrive in every situation. As a 20-year cancer survivor, she readily shares stories of her journey on stage and in workshops. In the anthology, She Believed, Vol. II, her chapter, “Freedom by G.R.A.C.E.”, recounts the steps she took to heal after a painful divorce. Her talk “Becoming Ms. Wanda” is one of the most viewed segments on Creative Mornings, the world's largest face-to-face creative community.Wanda obtained her coaching certification from the UC Davis Coaching for Life and Work Program to add to her more than 25 years as a training and learning development professional for the State of California. By developing meaningful relationships with her clients, Wanda is an expert at creating space for individuals to disrupt thought patterns, get clear and show up and deliver their message with confidence. As a result, her clients grow their businesses, gain visibility in their organizations and become community leaders.In 2019, Wanda was recognized as an Exceptional Women of Color by the Sac Cultural Hub Media Foundation. When not speaking or training, Wanda can be found spending time at the ocean, traveling or training for her next 5K.Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/full_circle97.5/?fbclid=IwAR3DslCSI_RO9pO7WOo4jCbPmKCzgPPRDZO2qhSgO-g6c1VAlfG4kk5T318Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100045496076412LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wanda-smith-b1003b125/ About Jen Oliver:I pursue and create environments where we converse on the REAL stuff that changes us. I'm designed to bring others on my personal journey with honest admissions to help us all transform - that's my sweetspot and I speak, lead, and write from that space.REAL conversations stir deeper connection and community - to explore ways that you can work with me, go to:email: jen@REALjenoliver.compodcast website: ListenForREAL.comwebsite: REALJenOliver.comLinkedIn:@realjenoliverInstagram: @realjenoliverFacebook: @realjenoliverIf you believe conversations like these belong in the world, please subscribe, rate & review this podcast - and even better, share it with someone else as a REAL conversation starter. Subscribe to all things Jen at REALJenOliver.
A love letter ended up in my hands. It's the week of all things LOVE and I'm feeling moved to record an impromptu, mini-episode with just us…you and me – as I share a message received on Valentine's Day. I hope that revealing something this personal - and then unpacking all that it represents - sets the stage for deeper love for ALL of us… Join me. WomanSpeak™ 6 Week IntensiveSpeaking REAL MasterclassImpact Speaker Coaching ProgramAbout Jen Oliver:I pursue and create environments where we converse on the REAL stuff that changes us. I'm designed to bring others on my personal journey with honest admissions to help us all transform - that's my sweetspot and I speak, lead, and write from that space.REAL conversations stir deeper connection and community - to explore ways that you can work with me, go to:email: jen@REALjenoliver.compodcast website: ListenForREAL.comwebsite: REALJenOliver.comLinkedIn:@realjenoliverInstagram: @realjenoliverFacebook: @realjenoliverIf you believe conversations like these belong in the world, please subscribe, rate & review this podcast - and even better, share it with someone else as a REAL conversation starter. Subscribe to all things Jen at REALJenOliver.
Another REALity check on the couch with one of my besties - Christina and I share honest stuff about our bodies and how to process emotions and the sensations we feel. This episode comes with a CONTENT WARNING given I speak on matters relating to sex and trauma work and Christina discusses her experience around grief. We unpack my struggle with what can be trusted and acted upon and what can't. Sometimes the "antidote to the echo chamber" looks like this; verbally processing new info, experiences, and ways of being with a trusted person who asks key questions and refuses to go along with me when my perspective is limited. Guest Bio:Christina Fichera is one of my (Jen) BFFs and a person with an abundance of roles and titles. I am settling on these… This girl is REAL - a deep feeler and eternal learner. She loves to break things down and mine for the most essential aspects in everything. Christina is a speaker, salesperson, athlete, customer relationship manager and curious soul.A podcast junkie in the best way; she listens to dozens of podcasts each week and is known to stick Post-it® notes all over the place (literally and on social media) as a means of documenting and sharing what she is learning.Christina is a loyal friend and collaborator AND the best pup-mom ever to a very spoiled dog named Teddy. You can follow Christina on Instagram @ChristinaFichera_Resources mentioned on this episode:Gone From My Sight, "The Little Blue Book" that changed the hospice industry by Barbara Karnes, RNEpisode 42 of Listen For REAL with guest, Christina FicheraAbout Jen Oliver:I pursue and create environments where we explore the REAL stuff that changes us. I'm designed to bring others on my personal journey with honest admissions to help us all transform - that's my sweetspot and I speak, lead, and write from that space.REAL conversations stir deeper connection and community - to explore ways that you can work with me, go to:email: jen@REALjenoliver.compodcast website: ListenForREAL.comwebsite: REALJenOliver.comLinkedIn:@realjenoliverInstagram: @realjenoliverFacebook: @realjenoliverIf you believe conversations like these belong in the world, please subscribe, rate & review this podcast - and even better, share it with someone else as a REAL conversation starter. Subscribe to all things Jen at REALJenOliver.
This talk with Dr. Sarah Almilli underscores the very reason I started this podcast! We start with my recap of when I was called a racist (among other fun things) on social media – and my determination to pursue conversations that broaden my limited perspective.AND, Sarah delivered a REAL convo to be sure.She moved from Egypt to the U.S. at the age of 17 and reflects on the challenges she faced as an immigrant and as a woman pursuing a career in medicine. As a middle easterner, she was often associated with terrorism and faced misconceptions about her home country. As a woman, she was discounted despite her brilliance and determination.Sarah also shares vulnerably about the trauma of childhood displacement during the Iraq-Kuwait war. A timely recount given all that is occurring right now in places like Gaza, Ukraine, and even our own southern border.It is incredible how all of this struggle informs her professional life; Dr. Almilli is both a clinician and entrepreneur redefining the human aspect in healthcare. Guest Bio:Dr. Sarah Almilli, Advanced Clinical Pharmacist is the CEO of ELAK Health Inc. She graduated from the Loma Linda University School of Pharmacy and continued her post-graduate residency career at the Veterans Affairs HealthCare system in Southern California. Dr. Almilli is a certified Improvement Advisor with extensive clinical and executive leadership experiences - driving execution for healthcare organizations, leading them to remarkable organizational successes. Additionally, she is a clinical provider specializing in chronic conditions management, with special interest in cardiovascular diseases.Dr. Almilli is a compassionate, eager and empathetic advanced clinical ambulatory care pharmacist provider. Her passion is driven by the bonds she builds with her patients and physicians over the course of their journey and the enjoyment she holds in keeping them engaged while saving thousands of dollars. Her patients call her “a true healer” and “lifetime health coach.” Physicians call her a “wonder worker with a magic wand.”In her spare time, Dr. Almilli enjoys spending days on the beach, fashion browsing, and spending time with her husband and friends. She loves to travel and has been to countries in most continents of the world. She is conversant in Arabic and English.Website: https://elakhealth.org/contactus/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/elakhealth/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ELAKhealth.org/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCRIUodZ8OE8kHXRbj-JG6SALinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/elakhealth/About Jen Oliver:I pursue and create environments where we converse on the REAL stuff that changes us. I'm designed to bring others on my personal journey with honest admissions to help us all transform - that's my sweetspot and I speak, lead, and write from that space.REAL conversations stir deeper connection and community - to explore ways that you can work with me, go to:email: jen@REALjenoliver.compodcast website: ListenForREAL.comwebsite: REALJenOliver.comLinkedIn:@realjenoliverInstagram: @realjenoliverFacebook: @realjenoliverIf you believe conversations like these belong in the world, please subscribe, rate & review this podcast - and even better, share it with someone else as a REAL conversation starter. Subscribe to all things Jen at REALJenOliver.
As someone who spent decades experiencing God and a faith practice in a limited, narrow way - I am always looking to learn and stretch my perspective. Kerri Naber and I delve into an honest chat - touching on various aspects of faith plus the challenges of navigating religious constructs. She and I merge and diverge as we reflect on our experiences - in and out of organized religion. We talk prayer, intuition, Holy Spirit, and the merits of raising kids with a faith practice and without. I also love Kerri's take on spirituality from the millennial's perspective. Guest Bio:Kerri Naber has an educational background in Social Work with a Mental Health concentration. She used her degree in the non-profit realm for 14 years via advocating, program direction, and fundraising. Through her personal business, Holy Spirit Hustler, Kerri hosts workshops that provide time, space, and encouragement for women to find their passion, gain confidence and build community. That first step of business ownership led the way for Kerri to retire her non-profit career in 2022 and start her own consulting company, Naber Engagement Consulting. Kerri is a Visionary Director for entrepreneurs. By identifying and solving blind spots, Kerri helps business owners thrive. On the personal side, Kerri is a new mom to Luke, a wife to David, a dog mom to a Corgi, Arrow and, as an Enneagram Type Seven, she is constantly dreaming, creating, and celebrating everyday life.Instagram: https://instagram.com/Kerri_naberLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kerrinaber/https://www.linkedin.com/company/holy-spirit-hustler/https://www.facebook.com/HolySpiritHustlerhttps://www.instagram.com/holyspirithustler/About Jen Oliver:I pursue and create environments where we converse on the REAL stuff that changes us. I'm designed to bring others on my personal journey with honest admissions to help us all transform - that's my sweetspot and I speak, lead, and write from that space.REAL conversations stir deeper connection and community - to explore ways that you can work with me, go to:email: jen@REALjenoliver.compodcast website: ListenForREAL.comwebsite: REALJenOliver.comLinkedIn:@realjenoliverInstagram: @realjenoliverFacebook: @realjenoliverIf you believe conversations like these belong in the world, please subscribe, rate & review this podcast - and even better, share it with someone else as a REAL conversation starter. Subscribe to all things Jen at REALJenOliver.
Megan explains the struggle of putting on a brave face while wanting to disappear in plain sight - the sheer exhaustion and sense of hopelessness when searching for help. This is the experience of countless individuals affected by post traumatic stress injuries.Megan also shares hopeful insight from her current perspective as a coach and group facilitator for first responder peer support, outlining the actions that helped her on her journey. Guest Bio:Megan is a PATHH Guide for the Boulder Crest Foundation guiding Veterans and First Responders through the Warrior PATHH Program - a week-long Post Traumatic Growth Training.She spent 15 years in the Fire Service and retired as a Fire-Engineer/Paramedic after struggling with PTSD. Megan now runs her own First Responder Peer Support Group and has a weekly Zoom meeting where people from all over the country can voice their struggles, receive support, and find fellows and community.In addition to being a Certified Life Coach, Megan also works as a Health Mentor and educates on using dōTERRA Essential Oils and holistic approaches to help with PTSD and everyday health concerns.Megan lives in the Sierra foothills with her 2 dogs outside of El Dorado Hills, CA and has a vision of bringing people together for soulful gatherings, classes, in-person peer support groups, camping, and connection on her property.Megan's email is 4valiantcore@gmail.comWebsite: https://www.4valiantcore.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/megonfire/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/megan-o-connor-b60577258/Resources mentioned on this episode: Bouldercrest.org Boulder Crest Foundation created the Warrior PATHH Training.The Struggle Well Experience for first responders. Struggle Well by Ken Falke and Josh Goldberg - an excellent resource on Post Traumatic GrowthFRSN.org First Responder Support Network who puts on the WCPR the West Coast Post Trauma Retreat. They also have a great resource list of First Responder Meetings and Support Groups and calls on the website. My website (although more coaching focused and still under construction) is 4valiantcore.comThe Body Keeps the Score and resources by Bessel Van Der Kolk MDResource lists created by Megan O'Connor:Preview attachment Megan's Resource and Tool List PDF.pdfMegan's Resource and Tool List PDF.pdf1.6 MBPreview attachment Megan's Resource and Tool List.pagesMegan's Resource and Tool List.pages2 MBAbout Jen Oliver:I pursue and create environments where we explore the REAL stuff that changes us. I'm designed to bring others on my personal journey with honest admissions to help us all transform - that's my sweetspot and I speak, lead, and write from that space.REAL conversations stir deeper connection and community - to explore ways that you can work with me, go to:email: jen@REALjenoliver.compodcast website: ListenForREAL.comwebsite: REALJenOliver.comLinkedIn:@realjenoliverInstagram: @realjenoliverFacebook: @realjenoliverIf you believe conversations like these belong in the world, please subscribe, rate & review this podcast - and even better, share it with someone else as a REAL conversation starter. Subscribe to all things Jen at REALJenOliver.
“How is this going to serve me?” I bristle when I hear that phrase because I once believed words like that were the epitome of “self-ish” — NOT SO! Julian Sarafian speaks to his high-pressured path from Berkeley to Harvard to a career in Big Law and then his decision to go a different direction.We have romanticized hustle-culture and for what? It often tanks our mental and physical health - and it doesn't make much of a life either. This conversation illuminates the sheer necessity of relooking at what we want and what serves us so that we can live fully and contribute meaningful work and a full self to the world.Guest Bio:Julian is a lawyer and content creator. His legal practice focuses on content creators, social media influencers, and startups. His content surrounds mental health, the law, and politics. Julian's work has been featured in the NY Times, Bloomberg Law, American Lawyer, Business Insider, and on CNBC. A graduate of UC Berkeley and Harvard Law School, Sarafian has given several TEDx talks.website: https://www.forcreatorsbycreators.coInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/juliansarafian/LinkedIn: https://beacons.ai/juliansarafian Resources mentioned on this episode:Julian Sarafian “How Content Creators are Being Ripped Off on Social Media” TEDxFolsomJulian Sarafian “The Cost of Success” TEDxCarrioba StudioAbout Jen Oliver:I pursue and create environments where we explore the REAL stuff that changes us. I'm designed to bring others on my personal journey with honest admissions to help us all transform - that's my sweetspot and I speak, lead, and write from that space.REAL conversations stir deeper connection and community - to explore ways that you can work with me, go to:email: jen@REALjenoliver.compodcast website: ListenForREAL.comwebsite: REALJenOliver.comLinkedIn:@realjenoliverInstagram: @realjenoliverFacebook: @realjenoliverIf you believe conversations like these belong in the world, please subscribe, rate & review this podcast - and even better, share it with someone else as a REAL conversation starter. Subscribe to all things Jen at REALJenOliver.
Christina reflects on her anxiety and desperate need for control along with the anticipatory grief she wrestled with for nearly 17 years, since her Mom's first cancer diagnosis. And now, she has the gift of deeper insight and peace - something she never anticipated in the wake of losing her closest person. Guest Bio:Christina Fichera is one of my (Jen) BFFs and a person with an abundance of roles and titles. I am settling on these… This girl is REAL - a deep feeler and eternal learner. She loves to break things down and mine for the most essential aspects in everything. Christina is a speaker, salesperson, athlete, customer relationship manager and curious soul.A podcast junkie in the best way; she listens to dozens of podcasts each week and is known to stick Post-it® notes all over the place (literally and on social media) as a means of documenting and sharing what she is learning.Christina is a loyal friend and collaborator AND the best pup-mom ever to a very spoiled dog named Teddy. You can follow Christina on Instagram @ChristinaFichera_Resources mentioned on this episode:Gone From My Sight, "The Little Blue Book" that changed the hospice industry by Barbara Karnes, RNEpisode 42 of Listen For REAL with guest, Christina FicheraAbout Jen Oliver:I pursue and create environments where we explore the REAL stuff that changes us. I'm designed to bring others on my personal journey with honest admissions to help us all transform - that's my sweetspot and I speak, lead, and write from that space.REAL conversations stir deeper connection and community - to explore ways that you can work with me, go to:email: jen@REALjenoliver.compodcast website: ListenForREAL.comwebsite: REALJenOliver.comLinkedIn:@realjenoliverInstagram: @realjenoliverFacebook: @realjenoliverIf you believe conversations like these belong in the world, please subscribe, rate & review this podcast - and even better, share it with someone else as a REAL conversation starter. Subscribe to all things Jen at REALJenOliver.
With humor and a crazy level of wisdom and instinct that comes only with pain and vulnerability – Erin and I talk about what it is like to build your own life for the first time. AND she is building something incredible, having lived through more than most before the age of 40.Guest Bio:Erin Nichols is the best-selling author of No Matter What: A Story of Unwavering Hope and the Power of Resilience. She grew up and still resides in the Sacramento area of Northern California. She loves the natural world and is always looking forward to her next adventure. She graduated from California State University, Sacramento with her Masters in Speech-Language Pathology. Erin works as a health coach and believes in always striving to learn and grow.website: https://www.nomatterwhatmemoir.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nomatterwhat_memoir/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chatwitherinnResources mentioned on this episode:Carol Dweck and Growth Mindset body of work NO MATTER WHAT by Erin Nichols Metahab and Dr. Joyce Mikal-FlynnAbout Jen Oliver:I pursue and create environments where we explore the REAL stuff that changes us. I'm designed to bring others on my personal journey with honest admissions to help us all transform - that's my sweetspot and I speak, lead, and write from that space.REAL conversations stir deeper connection and community - to explore ways that you can work with me, go to:email: jen@REALjenoliver.compodcast website: ListenForREAL.comwebsite: REALJenOliver.comLinkedIn:@realjenoliverInstagram: @realjenoliverFacebook: @realjenoliverIf you believe conversations like these belong in the world, please subscribe, rate & review this podcast - and even better, share it with someone else as a REAL conversation starter. Subscribe to all things Jen at REALJenOliver.
It took us a few minutes to get rolling in this episode because I was speaking carefully…and NOT because Tiffany K. Martin makes conversation difficult (quite the contrary - she is an exceptional woman). I was playing it safe.We talk about life's ever-shifting rules of engagement and our instinct of playing it safe or staying silent so we don't “rock the boat.” And then, we dig into the value of rocking boats anyway. We won't always tackle new information beautifully - but we can continue to show up, learn and grow. Guest Bio:Tiffany K. Martin is an equity-minded thought leader, speaker, presenter and author, and she is the CEO of TKMartin Consulting LLC. Serving as an Executive Change Strategist and ICF-certified Professional Coach (CPC/CLC), Tiffany helps people leaders, professionals and small business owners clarify their objectives, develop a strategy and take action! Tiffany specializes in Executive, Leadership and Professional Coaching, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Training and Strategic Planning and Facilitation. As a result of her multifaceted career serving as a hardware engineer (MSEE), Special Agent with the FBI, Business Consultant, and Health and Wellness Coach, Tiffany is uniquely positioned to help others understand the “big picture” and act with intention. Tiffany's passion is to share her knowledge and experiences to help people and organizations become better and do better.website: https://www.tkmartinconsulting.com/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tiffany-k-martinInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/tkmfit/Facebook: @realjenoliverAbout Jen Oliver:I pursue and create environments where we explore the REAL stuff that changes us. I'm designed to bring others on my personal journey with honest admissions to help us all transform - that's my sweetspot and I speak, lead, and write from that space.REAL conversations stir deeper connection and community - to explore ways that you can work with me, go to:email: jen@REALjenoliver.compodcast website: ListenForREAL.comwebsite: REALJenOliver.comLinkedIn:@realjenoliverInstagram: @realjenoliverFacebook: @realjenoliverIf you believe conversations like these belong in the world, please subscribe, rate & review this podcast - and even better, share it with someone else as a REAL conversation starter. Subscribe to all things Jen at REALJenOliver.
Never underestimate the power of a person who can connect to their truth and bring THAT voice forward! Maybe you relate, as I do, to the individual who is detached from their real feelings and stories. How often do we find ourselves in a battle with the constant chatter in our head - delivering words that represent half-truths, people-pleasing, and performative behavior. I am a classic example of a person who communicated with a need for validation and peace - keeping everything palatable. I am convinced that is why I was called into my work as a communications coach. Many of us are called into the work we NEED. Guest Bio:Eliza Maroney is the host of the Radiance Training podcast where she explores all of the healthiest ways to become the best version of yourself! She and her guests share their favorite tools for personal growth; from self-optimization techniques to meditations, exploring alternative medicine, and mindset RESETS, Eliza's podcast is your invitation to TURN UP YOUR TURN ON and RISE INTO YOUR Radiance. https://www.instagram.com/thecannabisyogihttps://www.facebook.com/radiancetrainingwithelizaResources mentioned on this episode:Radiance Training with Eliza MaroneyAbout Jen Oliver:I believe in conversation, connection, and community. I create platforms where we can share stories and information. I LOVE to hold space for people who want to elevate and amplify their truest voice. If you want to explore the ways you can work with me, let's connect!email: jen@REALjenoliver.compodcast website: ListenForREAL.comwebsite: REALJenOliver.comLinkedIn:@realjenoliverInstagram: @realjenoliverFacebook: @realjenoliverJoin us in person for the REAL Conversations Speaker Series - here's details and tickets! If you believe conversations like these belong in the world, please subscribe, rate & review this podcast - and even better, share it with someone else as a REAL conversation starter. Subscribe to all things Jen at REALJenOliver.
Albert and I are close in age and shared values but we arrive at our conversation with very different origin stories…he grew up as a Mexican-American in LA surrounded by gangs, violence, insecurity and pain. I am a white girl raised in Silicon Valley with all of the privilege that comes with a stable family, education, and opportunity. We talk about trauma and transformation and navigating the circumstances that push us to “go to work” and rewrite our stories later in life.Guest Bio:Albert Chavez is not just a name; it's a symbol of transformation and resilience. An author, mentor, and founder of the Uncommon Man Transformation and Self-Mastery Program, he brings a riveting journey of personal growth and redemption that has inspired individuals worldwide.From a turbulent past plagued with broken families and inner chaos, Albert emerged as a powerhouse of transformation. His best-selling book, "From Darkness to Redemption," is a beacon of hope for those seeking to overcome adversity and reclaim their lives. With this compelling narrative, Albert takes his audience on a profound voyage from despair to triumph.As the father of three grown children (Kayleigh, Albert, Alyssa) and a doting grandfather to young Brielle, Albert knows the profound importance of his message. He's a man who's walked the walk, and now he's here to guide you along the path of self-discovery and redemption.Albert delves into the core principles of personal growth and self-mastery. His insights offer invaluable tools for individuals to break free from the shackles of their past, confront their inner demons, and embrace a future filled with purpose and fulfillment.Website: https://chavezfit.com/built-uncommon/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/albertchavezfit/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/albertrchavez/Amazon: From Darkness To RedemptionTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@albertchavezofficialResources mentioned on this episode:From Darkness to Redemption: A Journey of Transformation and Self-Mastery by Albert ChavezAbout Jen Oliver:I believe in conversation, connection, and community. I create platforms where we can share stories and information. I LOVE to hold space for people who want to elevate and amplify their truest voice. If you want to explore the ways you can work with me, let's connect!email: jen@REALjenoliver.compodcast website: ListenForREAL.comwebsite: REALJenOliver.comInstagram: @realjenoliverTikTok: @realjenoliverFacebook: @realjenoliverLinkedIn: @realjenoliverJoin us in person for the REAL Conversations Speaker Series - here's details and tickets! If you believe conversations like these belong in the world, please subscribe, rate & review this podcast - and even better, share it with someone else as a REAL conversation starter. Subscribe to all things Jen at REALJenOliver.
I'm the kind of person who dreams and plans in grand fashion. For years, I operated under a notion that big ideas require even bigger action plans - and that small actions are insignificant and a waste of time. And predictably, my workload became unsustainable and I would stall in overwhelm. Here's a newsflash if you resonate with me - starting simply is not only incredibly effective - it is a reliable entry point to getting what we want and need.In this episode I speak with Kathleen Klug, coach and author of Start With ONE. We talk about mindset shifts and beginning simply - building upon small wins to accomplish major endeavors. Guest Bio:Kathleen Klug has been working as a Fitness, Health & Wellness Professional for more than 40 years in the roles of Fitness Professional (Group Ex; Personal Trainer; CEU Instructor), an Institute of Integrated Nutrition Holistic Health Coach, a Health Educator, and the author of START With ONE: A Simple Approach to Upgrade your Health: Body, Mind, & Spirit, and hold a degree in Addition Studies.Website: https://kathleenklug.com/Amazon: Start With OneInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/kathleenklughealth/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KKHealthCoaching/Resources mentioned on this episode:Atomic Habits by James ClearThe Four Agreements: A Practical Guide to Personal Freedom by Don Miguel Ruiz About Jen Oliver:I believe in conversation, connection, and community. I create platforms where we can share stories and information. I LOVE to hold space for people who want to elevate and amplify their truest voice. If you want to explore the ways you can work with me, let's connect!email: jen@REALjenoliver.compodcast website: ListenForREAL.comwebsite: REALJenOliver.comInstagram: @realjenoliverTikTok: @realjenoliverFacebook: @realjenoliverLinkedIn: @realjenoliverJoin us in person for the REAL Conversations Speaker Series - here's details and tickets! If you believe conversations like these belong in the world, please subscribe, rate & review this podcast - and even better, share it with someone else as a REAL conversation starter. Subscribe to all things Jen at REALJenOliver.
Michelle Raz has a statement on the back of her business card that says, “ADHD is a gift…what's yours?” Not gonna lie, I am not sure many kids and adults with ADHD would agree with her statement; for many it is excruciating terrain to navigate. There are answers!Guest Bio:Michelle Raz is an accomplished entrepreneur, author, and highly sought-after coach, specializing in ADHD and executive functioning skills that equates to academic and professional success. As the Co-Founder, Chief Executive Coach and Chief Business Officer of Thrivister, an innovative educational related mental health service company, she and her partner are pioneering an online academic coaching platform specifically designed to empower neurodivergent high school and college students. This is a culmination of her experience in the ADHD coaching industry which began in 2010. She serves on the Board of Directors for a non-profit promoting ADHD support for financially challenged students, Anthony's Road To Kindness. She is also the founder of Raz Coaching, a distinguished ADHD adult coaching service where she expertly navigates corporations to identify individuals who may struggle with executive functioning challenges and provide strategies to help harness their strengths, increasing employee retention and productivity that highlights individual potential and growth.Beyond her entrepreneurial ventures, Michelle is a recognized thought leader in her field, cementing her authority through her book "Happiness+Passion+Purpose: A Step-by-Step Guide on How to Nourish the Patterns of Your Life Into the Job You Will Love and Land It!". Her insights and strategies have not only touched the lives of her readers but also inspired a wider audience through her features on prominent platforms like Attention Magazine and The Medium.As a passionate advocate for neurodivergent individuals, Michelle Raz frequently shares her wisdom as a guest on popular podcasts and through her insightful blog posts. Her dedication to unlocking potential and fostering a culture of inclusivity reflects in every aspect of her work.Michelle's overarching mission is to uncover the extraordinary gem inherent in each individual she encounters, intending to ignite a ripple effect of transformation and empowerment for all.Website: http://www.thrivister.compodcast website: https://tunein.com/podcasts/Podcasts/The-ADHD-Strategist-with-Michelle-Raz-p1251195/?topicId=161326949Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thrivister_coaching/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thrivister_coachingLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/coachmichellerazFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/Thrivister/YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thrivister_coachingAmazon: https://www.amazon.com/Happiness-Passion-Purpose-Nourish-Patterns/dp/1795530170Resources mentioned on this episode:Fusion AcademyDEI+B Diversity, Equity, Inclusion + BelongingThe UnSchool of Disruptive DesignAbout Jen Oliver:I believe in conversation, connection, and community. I create platforms where we can share stories and information. I LOVE to hold space for people who want to elevate and amplify their truest voice. If you want to explore the ways you can work with me, let's connect!email: jen@REALjenoliver.compodcast website: ListenForREAL.comwebsite: REALJenOliver.comInstagram: @realjenoliverTikTok: @realjenoliverFacebook: @realjenoliverJoin us in person for the REAL Conversations Speaker Series - here's details and tickets! If you believe conversations like these belong in the world, please subscribe, rate & review this podcast - and even better, share it with someone else as a REAL conversation starter. Subscribe to all things Jen at REALJenOliver.
We have another kind of “me too” movement on our hands. This conversation with Eunice Brownlee blew my mind as she shared her personal experience with domestic abuse and the inequities often found in the family court system. It is enough to experience abuse at the hands of another; but to endure additional pain inflicted by the very system meant to arbitrate justice and provide protection? Disheartening.BUT conversations like this one change things! Eunice explains the often missed distinctions between domestic violence and domestic abuse - and that information holds the power to liberate many more of us.I gained an expanded perspective that allows me to contribute to meaningful solutions instead of looking away and simply assuming “it's all ok” (that's code for hoping I never have to deal with it myself). This convo is an opportunity to witness another person's story - thus, delivering more hopeful perspective that invites change instead of preserving the status quo.*A loving warning about our content, this episode references acts of domestic violence and homicide within families. Please take care in listening.Guest Bio:Eunice Brownlee has spent her life telling stories across many mediums. As a multi-passionate creative, she's used photography, marketing, writing, and public speaking to connect her message to the world. Because the heart of building community begins with sharing stories, Eunice uses her stories to connect, heal, and inspire change. Eunice spends time teaching others the craft of story in her speaking and writing practice. She has coached speakers in telling their stories with WomanSpeak and TEDxFolsom. Eunice's writing has been published in Jennifer Magazine, Motherscope, and Spoken Black Girl, to name a few. When she's not doing any of the above, she can be found seeking her next passport stamp and drinking wine.website: www.eunicebrownlee.comInstagram: @eunicebrownleeLinkedIn: @eunicebrownleeResources mentioned on this episode:The Callisto Vault is a platform providing cutting-edge technology that protects and empowers survivors, while increasing the likelihood that repeated perpetrators will be detected and held accountable. Jess Michaels TEDxFolsom talkKnow My Name, A memoir by Chanel MillerUnbelievable - a true crime drama based on real life stories found on NetflixAbout Jen Oliver:I believe in conversation, connection, and community. I create platforms where we can share stories and information. I LOVE to hold space for people who want to elevate and amplify their truest voice. If you want to explore the ways you can work with me, let's connect!email: jen@REALjenoliver.compodcast website: ListenForREAL.comwebsite: REALJenOliver.comLinkedIn: @realjenoliverInstagram: @realjenoliverTikTok: @realjenoliverFacebook: @realjenoliverJoin us in person for the REAL Conversations Speaker Series - here's details and tickets! If you believe conversations like these belong in the world, please subscribe, rate & review this podcast - and even better, share it with someone else as a REAL conversation starter. Subscribe to all things Jen at REALJenOliver.
We have another kind of “me too” movement on our hands. This conversation with Eunice Brownlee blew my mind as she shared her personal experience with domestic abuse and the inequities often found in the family court system. It is enough to experience abuse at the hands of another; but to endure additional pain inflicted by the very system meant to arbitrate justice and provide protection? Disheartening.Guest Bio:Eunice Brownlee has spent her life telling stories across many mediums. As a multi-passionate creative, she's used photography, marketing, writing, and public speaking to connect her message to the world. Because the heart of building community begins with sharing stories, Eunice uses her stories to connect, heal, and inspire change. Eunice spends time teaching others the craft of story in her speaking and writing practice. She has coached speakers in telling their stories with WomanSpeak and TEDxFolsom. Eunice's writing has been published in Jennifer Magazine, Motherscope, and Spoken Black Girl, to name a few. When she's not doing any of the above, she can be found seeking her next passport stamp and drinking wine.website: www.eunicebrownlee.comInstagram: @eunicebrownleeLinkedIn: @eunicebrownleeResources mentioned on this episode:The Callisto Vault is a platform providing cutting-edge technology that protects and empowers survivors, while increasing the likelihood that repeated perpetrators will be detected and held accountable. Jess Michaels TEDxFolsom talkKnow My Name, A memoir by Chanel MillerUnbelievable - a true crime drama based on real life stories found on NetflixAbout Jen Oliver:I believe in conversation, connection, and community. I create platforms where we can share stories and information. I LOVE to hold space for people who want to elevate and amplify their truest voice. If you want to explore the ways you can work with me, let's connect!email: jen@REALjenoliver.compodcast website: ListenForREAL.comwebsite: REALJenOliver.comLinkedIn: @realjenoliverInstagram: @realjenoliverTikTok: @realjenoliverFacebook: @realjenoliverJoin us in person for the REAL Conversations Speaker Series - here's details and tickets! If you believe conversations like these belong in the world, please subscribe, rate & review this podcast - and even better, share it with someone else as a REAL conversation starter. Subscribe to all things Jen at REALJenOliver.
I decided to converse with one of my besties, Christina Fichera, to unpack the past year and some difficult stuff that we both are processing. We approach the conversation from varied perspectives given our lives are so different; Christina is in her 30's and I am in my 50's. I've been married twice and have adult kids and didn't build a career until the last five years. Christina hasn't married or had kids yet, and built a significant career over the past two decades.We share a newfound understanding that beauty can coexist with pain and end up processing our recent challenges through that lens.We also agree that normalizing discussions around struggle can be incredibly useful - but simultaneously wrestle with the belief that talking about this stuff might come too close to “airing our dirty laundry.”The fear of sharing our emotions and exposing our personal journey with others is delicate. Like many, we wonder how we will be perceived when we divulge setbacks - will it affect our career or relationships?Does our candor make us appear less competent despite being damn good at what we do?Do our stories present an appearance of weakness or instability that can limit opportunities?Have we learned discernment around when to share and with who?Join the conversation.Resources mentioned in this episode:We refer to the following books; The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel Van Der Kolk, MD and Big Magic by Elizabeth GilbertWe mention the We Can Do Hard Things podcast. I reference a body of work and platform called TBM in this episode - this resource has played a vital role in my personal healing journey; relieving a huge amount of mental load and unnecessary burdens. Here are links and a discount code for you too! Enter this coupon code for 15% discount: JEN Christina Fichera is one of my (Jen) BFFs and a person with an abundance of roles and titles. I am settling on these… Christina is REAL - a deep feeler and eternal learner. She loves to break things down and mine for the most essential aspects in everything. Christina is a speaker, salesperson, athlete, customer relationship manager, all-around-life-guru and curious soul.This girl is also a podcast junkie in the best way. Christina listens to dozens of podcasts each week and is known to stick Post-it® notes all over the place (literally and on social media) as a means of documenting and sharing what she is learning.Christina is a loyal friend and collaborator and one of my soul sisters with whom I have the best conversations! AND, she is the best pup mom ever to a very spoiled dog named Teddy. You can follow Christina on Instagram @ChristinaFichera_ Jen holds space for those who want to elevate and amplify their voice. If you desire support in speaking your truth and want to explore the ways you can work with Jen, let's connect: email: Jennifer@beingREAL.mepodcast website: ListenForREAL.comwebsite: www.REALJenOliver.comInstagram @REALjenOliverTikTok @realjenoliverFacebook @realjenoliverIf you believe conversations like these belong in the world, please subscribe, rate & review this podcast - and even better, share it with someone else as a REAL conversation starter. Subscribe to all things Jen Oliver at REALJenOliver.
The stories we believe shape our lives; even the ones we discard influence us. But what about the stories we boldly decide to rewrite?This past year, I decided that many of my personal narratives were not serving me — they were even harmful at points. Ronna Detrick and I uncover the root of some of our personal stories and how they've influenced us, whether they emerge from sacred spiritual texts, mythology, history, or stories passed down through family. Story is our collective language and it has greater influence on us than we might realize. Investigating long-held tales and revising them where appropriate can be powerful.“…What if I saw myself as a woman who has lived a million lives…who has made [tough] decisions in her past and has had hard things happen?And, what if I saw a woman who has endured and persevered - who is brilliant - who can step into a conversation and hold her own - who has plenty to say and sees herself worthy of that conversation…” Ronna DetrickNo matter who you are - imagine this way of being in the world. We are reexamining the stories we tell and have been told.Guest Bio:Ronna Detrick left the church and its dogma nearly twenty years ago but took the stories of women with her. Over the past two decades she has reimagined these sacred texts, peeled back centuries of patriarchal harm, and given the women within the voice, agency, and honor they have always deserved. Ronna combines her Master of Divinity degree with decades of coaching and spiritual direction, training and public speaking, corporate leadership and entrepreneurship. She shocked and delighted her audience in her provocative TEDx presentation, where she turned the traditional biblical story of Eve on its head, challenged the embedded and assumed doctrine, and presented an Eve who inspires and empowers women instead of shaming and silencing them. After living most of her life in the Pacific Northwest, she is now just minutes from the Atlantic Ocean in Hampstead, NC, where she writes, drinks strong coffee, has beautiful conversations with her clients, and cannot be dissuaded from the belief that her two daughters are the most amazing humans on the planet.Website: https://ronnadetrick.comInstagram: @ronnadetrickFacebook: @ronna.detrickLinkedIn: @ronnadetrick"subscribe" https://ronnadetrick.substack.comAmazon Books Rewriting Eve: Rescuing Women's Stories from the Bible and Reclaiming Them as Our Own Jen Oliver holds space for those who want to elevate and amplify their voice. If you desire support in speaking your truth and want to explore the ways you can work with Jen, let's connect: email: Jen@realjenoliver.compodcast website: ListenForREAL.comwebsite: REALJenOliver.comInstagram: @realjenoliverTikTok: @realjenoliverFacebook: @realjenoliverJoin us in person for the REAL Conversations Speaker Series - here's details and tickets! If you believe conversations like these belong in the world, please subscribe, rate & review this podcast - and even better, share it with someone else as a REAL conversation starter. Subscribe to all things Jen at REALJenOliver.
Where has Jen been? A planned 8-week hiatus turned into a 6-month pause, by necessity...I have been processing a lot of personal stuff and the conversations are getting even more REAL. In this first episode back, I am unpacking one of the most difficult seasons of my life and getting more honest with myself and all of you. I invite dear friend and coach, Emily Nascimento, to join me in a discussion that hopefully encourages others who need permission, as I did, to:a. take a break where necessary and get the care they needb. normalize conversations about personal struggle and mental healthc. be true to themselves when making really difficult life decisionsResources mentioned in this episode:Emily references use of an app called InsightTimerI reference a body of work and platform called TBM in this episode - this resource has played a vital role in my personal healing journey; relieving a huge amount of mental load and unnecessary burdens. Here are links and a discount code for you too! Enter this coupon code for 15% discount: JENhttps://login.tobemagnetic.com/a/2147524106/VKFvjsiehttps://login.tobemagnetic.com/a/2147524155/VKFvjsieGuest Bio: Emily Nascimento is a facilitator, ceremonialist, embodied leadership coach, philosopher, hiker and aspiring elder. Her vision for humanity is that we awaken to the magnificence of our cosmological story so that we can follow the evolutionary impulse to fully participate in the unfolding of creation before us. She leverages modalities rooted in depth psychology, nature-based rites of passage, ceremony and somatics to support people in discovering their authentic soul purpose and courageously committing to leading and living from this place.Website:https://wildeyescoaching.square.site/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/seeingwithwildeyes/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emilynascimento/Jen holds space for those who want to elevate and amplify their voice. If you desire support in speaking your truth and want to explore the ways you can work with Jen, let's connect: email: Jen@realjenoliver.compodcast website: ListenForREAL.comwebsite: REALJenOliver.comInstagram: @realjenoliverTikTok: @realjenoliverFacebook: @realjenoliverIf you believe conversations like these belong in the world, please subscribe, rate & review this podcast - and even better, share it with someone else as a REAL conversation starter. Subscribe to all things Jen Oliver at REALJenOliver.
We wade into deeper waters with our grown up version of the sex talk we never got as kids. Allison's husband joins us to bring his very REAL perspective. Check out the last episode if you missed it. Bottom line, like many, I am slowly dismantling old ways of being and the belief systems that do not serve me nor my relationships! My guest, Allison Carver, has gone before me - doing this work in her own world and now guiding others on a similar path. Our candid conversation only gets better with Ian in the mix - revealing his viewpoint on sex, relationship, and the stuff some of our partners may be thinking and feeling. Our Guest(s): Allison Carver is a certified Life, Mastery, and Sensuality Coach. With 15 years of coaching experience she now focuses on educating women of all ages about their personal sexuality. She operates from a mindset that says, “It's not about age it's about where you are on your self-discovery journey.”Married for 23 years to her best friend and beloved - Allison assumed that the sex life they enjoyed was “good enough.” A number of years ago, she took a deep dive into her own physiology and sexuality, as well as her limiting beliefs, micro traumas, and stories. In that process, she discovered all that still held her back from receiving life's pleasures fully. Allison's life completely transformed and she extends the same to others through private coaching, workshops, and a custom online courses.Allison acknowledges the many explanations for why we have been kept in the dark about our bodies and then challenges the status quo. She is passionate about lighting the path for others with her stories and experience. She delivers much needed support to her clients who value compassionate and non-judgmental guidance.Ian Carver, is a 25+ year Law Enforcement professional, long time business owner, LE instructor and speaker. Despite spending the majority of his career in the Special Operations Division of a very large California sheriff' department, Ian has been married for 23 years and is father to two teen boys, as well as a lifelong athlete, strength and conditioning coach, and published author. Nearing retirement, Ian is passionate about sharing his knowledge to not only benefit the service and concern peace officers can bring to their communities and their own safety, but also to improve the personal lives of public safety professionals as they navigate through their careers and relationships in the hopes of making it to the final day of work mentally, physically, and spiritually intact. Website: https://allisonjoywellness.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sexwithallisonjoy/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/allisonjoyFBAYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHiQylkuk1tyrI6lgFTnWFg Jen holds space for those who want to elevate and amplify their voice. If you desire support in speaking your truth and want to explore the ways you can work with Jen, let's connect: email: Jennifer@beingREAL.mepodcast website: ListenForREAL.comwebsite: REALJenOliver.comInstagram: @realjenoliverTikTok: @realjenoliverFacebook: @realjenoliverIf you believe conversations like these belong in the world, please subscribe, rate & review this podcast - and even better, share it with someone else as a REAL conversation starter. Subscribe to all things Jen Oliver at REALJenOliver.
Yep, we are going there. A real conversation about sex without common misconceptions and shame. I have been pretty disconnected from my body much of my life and am slowly dismantling old ways of being and the belief systems that do not serve me. My guest, Allison Carver, has gone before me - doing this work in her own life and now guiding others on a similar path. We blow up culturally approved narratives and discuss taboos that only keep us confused and unfulfilled. The bottom line, many of us have been kept in the dark with regard to our bodies and the power of the feminine operating at its fullest and most engaged. Our Guest: Allison Carver is a certified Life, Mastery, and Sensuality Coach. With 15 years of coaching experience she now focuses on educating women of all ages about their personal sexuality. She operates from a mindset that says, “It's not about age it's about where you are on your self-discovery journey.”Married for 23 years to her best friend and beloved - Allison assumed that the sex life they enjoyed was “good enough.” A number of years ago, she took a deep dive into her own physiology and sexuality, as well as her limiting beliefs, micro traumas, and stories. In that process, she discovered all that still held her back from receiving life's pleasures fully. Allison's life completely transformed and she extends the same to others through private coaching, workshops, and a custom online courses.Allison acknowledges the many explanations for why we have been kept in the dark about our bodies and then challenges the status quo. She is passionate about lighting the path for others with her stories and experience. She delivers much needed support to her clients who value compassionate and non-judgmental guidance."Take my hand, and I will guide you to the light of pleasure."Website: https://allisonjoywellness.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sexwithallisonjoy/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/allisonjoyFBAYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCHiQylkuk1tyrI6lgFTnWFg Great resources and people referenced on this episode:Come As You Are: The Surprising New Science that Will Transform Your Sex Life by Emily Nagoski, Ph.D.Pussy: A Reclamation by Regena Thomashauer Your host: Jen Oliver holds space for those who want to elevate and amplify their voice. If you desire support in speaking your truth and want to explore the ways you can work with Jen, let's connect: email: Jennifer@beingREAL.mepodcast website:ListenForREAL.comwebsite: realjenoliver.comInstagram@realjenoliverTikTok@realjenoliverFacebook@realjenoliverIf you believe conversations like these belong in the world, please subscribe, rate & review this podcast - and even better, share it with someone else as a REAL conversation starter. Subscribe to all things Jen Oliver atREALJenOliver.
I have always been an explorer with regard to self-help, personal growth, therapy, recovery and the like. This year I began hearing of people's experiences with plant medicines as a means of doing deeper work on the mental and physical pain that can significantly impact our lives. AND then I met Dr. Alya Ahmad and Dr. Tasnim Khan - two physicians (and sisters) with stunning resumes and extensive experience in medicine and patient care - who left conventional medicine and started their own practice providing Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy. Their team is alleviating their clients' suffering from conditions such as PTSD, depression, anxiety, chronic pain and more. What I LOVE is the path that brought them to this space. These are two doctors who finally acknowledged that they, as healers, needed help too. In their words, “We can only be as good for our patients as we are for ourselves…” Yes, to that, count me in.Ketamine is legal and many are familiar with it as an anesthetic. But when used in a supervised and intentional setting it also relaxes a patient to a place where the nervous system is disarmed, mental chatter can be quieted, and deeper therapeutic work can begin. We talk all things Ketamine as it relates to our personal healing journeys and my mind is forever shifted as to what is possible.Our Guests:Dr. Tasnim Khan is a Primary Care Physician and Harvard University trained health care executive with over 27 years of experience in the healthcare field. She has owned, operated, and profitably exited health care practices and an IPA in the US and in the Middle East.As a healthcare executive, Dr Khan has held leadership roles in private and public organizations in the US and abroad in countries such as Qatar and the United Arab Emirates. She led key nationwide innovative initiatives such as building a social health insurance scheme in Qatar ahead of the FIFA world cup event, private equity greenfield and brownfield launches of multispecialty clinics and hospitals in Dubai and the UK. Dr Khan also has deep experience in the health insurance sector, with her experiences working for United Healthcare, Aetna International and a large independent physician association in the Bay Area. She has also been a key member of the non-profit health sector in Sacramento, providing healthcare access to the underserved, uninsured and refugee populations.Yet, her deepest passion lies in helping people optimize their wellbeing and advocate for their health despite a very complicated and fragmented health care system. She is constantly seeking ways to extend health span and focus on prevention rather than the sick model of care that is embedded in current treatment paradigms of our health care system. The opportunity to offer people a refreshed model of care also includes mental health. The modalities to address mental health are rapidly changing and replacing the dated therapeutics and approaches that are no longer serving peoples needs to heal from within. Dr Khan is excited to be able to learn, teach and offer these new treatment paradigms to people in need. IN 2021, she partnered with a colleague to open one of Sacramento's first holistic mental health center, providing legal psychedelics with therapy and holistic wellness.Dr. Alya Ahmad is a former Associate Professor of Pediatrics at UCSF, with experience in academic and private settings overseas and in Texas and California. She is fellowship trained in Integrative Medicine, psychedelic-assisted therapy, and Ketamine-assisted therapy. She is also training as a MAPS provider through the Integrative Psychiatry Institute.Dr. Ahmad is also a mother, immigrant, and woman of color who remains a continuous learner and educator. Having witnessed the effects of trauma and social inequities, her journey as a healer focuses on treating the neediest of populations.As clinical faculty at Baylor College of Medicine and UCSF, Dr. Ahmad teaches better ways to care for children and their families. She founded programs that emphasize “whole” person care and the narrative medicine process for children with special needs, Down syndrome, obesity and other patients requiring complex care consultation services.Dr. Ahmad harnesses the methodology of Narrative Medicine learned during her training at Columbia University to teach and practice medicine through compassion-based inquiry as a means of addressing illness in light of the overall landscape of a patient's life. She believes natural and holistic paths to healing are possible with integrative and psychedelic medicines and therapies. Her mantra for care is simple; healing the self and others must include empathy and the respectful fusion of self-wisdom, ancient and novel therapies. Website: https://shamynds.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shamynds.healing/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shamyndsLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/shamynds-healing-center/ Jen holds space for those who want to elevate and amplify their voice. If you desire support in speaking your truth and want to explore the ways you can work with Jen, let's connect: email: Jennifer@beingREAL.mepodcast website:ListenForREAL.comwebsite:www.REALJenOliver.comInstagram@REALjenOliverTikTok@realjenoliverFacebook@realjenoliverIf you believe conversations like these belong in the world, please subscribe, rate & review this podcast - and even better, share it with someone else as a REAL conversation starter. Subscribe to all things Jen Oliver at REALJenOliver.
I appreciate this conversation with guest, Lisa May Bennett, about our shared history around grey-area drinking, sobriety, and the way in which addictive patterns can keep us stuck. We talk about our personal journeys with alcohol and how it can get in the way of closely-held dreams. Full disclosure - Lisa has embraced sobriety and I have had short sprints with it.We talk about the paradox of accepting a seemingly good life but forsaking ALL that is possible because we don't want to give up that ONE thing. In Lisa's case, giving up drinking altogether was essential to pursuing her goal of becoming a writer and published author. She did it! IIn my case, I'm still asking a lot of questions of myself…Guest Bio:Lisa May Bennett is a repeat late bloomer and the author of My Unfurling: Emerging from the Grip of Anxiety, Self-Doubt, and Drinking. She had a flourishing career in marketing and communications for more than two decades, including an eighteen-year stretch at the National Organization for Women. By publishing her first book in her 50s, she hopes to demonstrate that it's never too late to chase your dreams. Lisa is working on book number two about the process of self-publishing. She lives in Maryland and plans to cross the country in an RV with her husband one day.Website: https://www.lisamaybennett.com/Twitter: https://twitter.com/lisamaybennettInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/lisamaybennett/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisamaybennett/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@lisamaybennettAmazon: https://mybook.to/myunfurling Jen holds space for those who want to elevate and amplify their voice. If you desire support in speaking your truth and want to explore the ways you can work with Jen, let's connect: podcast website: ListenForREAL.comwebsite: www.REALJenOliver.comInstagram @REALjenOliverTikTok @realjenoliverFacebook @realjenoliverIf you believe conversations like these belong in the world, please subscribe, rate & review this podcast - and even better, share it with someone else as a REAL conversation starter. Subscribe to all things Jen Oliver at REALJenOliver.
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