Live Like Your Nail Color Podcast with Mary Foley

Join us for one last, heartfelt episode with Mary Foley, who shares some of the year's most touching and pivotal moments. This episode is filled with personal stories about her family, the laughs, the tears, and the unexpected twists that life threw her way. From the emotional roller-coaster of moving her mom into memory care to the poignant reminder of life's unpredictability with Aunt Mary's passing, Mary drives home the importance of love, connection, and a good sense of humor. Signing off from podcasting, she leaves us with gratitude and an inspirational note on handling life's curveballs.Take-Aways:Keep Reaching Out: The story about Mary's aunt staying connected even through tough times reminds us that a little effort to stay in touch can make a huge difference in our relationships.Don't Wait to Spend Time with Loved Ones: Life's unpredictable! Mary's moment with Uncle Bud tells us that we should cherish every opportunity to be with our loved ones—you never know what tomorrow holds.Find the Fun, Even in Tough Times: From goofy photo sessions to heartfelt birthday celebrations, Mary shows us that it's totally okay—and important—to find joy and laughter, even when things are tough.Navigating Care for Aging Parents: Mary's journey in finding the right care for her mom highlights the need for patience and compassion. It's about learning to adapt and knowing when extra help is needed.Rolling with Life's Seasons: As she steps back from podcasting, Mary encourages us to be there for each other and to readjust as life changes. Remember her motto: "chip happens, but we can all flip the chip."  

In this episode, host Mary Foley opens up about the sudden and unexpected health issues her aging family members have faced, including her mother's bout with shingles and COVID-19, as well as her aunt's sudden passing. She reflects on the emotions, uncertainties, and ways in which she has found strength and comfort during these challenging times.Here are a few takeaways for all of us: 1. Being Real: Mary's honesty about her struggles and emotions encourages listeners to be open about their own challenges and seek comfort.2. Power of Community: Mary reminds us that family and friends play a crucial role in providing solace during tough times, stressing the importance of being there for each other.3. Finding Strength: Mary shares how her faith has been a source of strength, providing insight into how God offers peace in the face of adversity.4. Coping Toolbox: Mary introduces a practical approach for dealing with tough times, focusing on prayer, presence, and practical actions as key strategies for navigating life's unexpected curveballs.****You're invited to join Mary in her new "40 Days of Renewal" experience this Lent!  The includes a daily dose of personal devotional time with the thought-provoking and heart-penetrating book Journey to the Cross. PLUS, there will be weekly virtual group gatherings where we will reflect, share, and celebrate the amazing ways God is working in our lives. Anticipate the most meaningful 40 days of Lent that you've ever experienced! Deadline to register is Feb 9, 2024. Go here to sign up today: http://www.40daysofrenewal.com****Quotables: Final Goodbyes to My Dying Aunt: "Now, it was wild to do that, but I got to do that."  [9:14 → 9:20]Amazing Encouragement from My Mom with Dementia: "You're going to be all right. You're strong." [10:32 → 10:36]Get notified when the next episode is released: Click the Subscribe button on your fave podcast platform: https://www.livelikeyournailcolor.com/podcastGet notified by email: https://www.livelikeyournailcolor.com/notify ---------------2 easy ways to get notified when the next episode is released!Subscribe to the Live Like Your Nail Color Podcast on your fave platform:https://www.livelikeyournailcolor.com/podcastGet on Mary's personal list where she shares other goodies as well: https://www.livelikeyournailcolor.com/notify

On this episode, Mary Foley shares a heartwarming "Flip the Chip Moment" that's sure to lift your spirits. She tells the story of a mini-miracle moment involving her aging uncle and her mom, who's battling dementia. Despite the challenges they face, Mary and her family find a way to make her uncle's wish of visiting his parents' gravesite come true. Through small acts of love and kindness, they create a beautiful and joyous experience, proving that even the little things can make a big impact. Here are three takeaways for all of us: 1. Small is Mighty: Mary reminds us that even little acts of care and love pack a powerful punch and can mean the world to someone. 2. Sparking Joy: By giving attention and love, we can create beautiful moments that brighten the lives of those around us. 3. Choose Kindness: Mary encourages listeners to choose hope and to never underestimate the impact of small, caring gestures in creating moments of joy and connection. Get notified when the next story is released: Click the Subscribe button on your fave podcast platform here.Get notified by email here. Quotables: Such a Cute Moment: "At one point, my mom and her brother are sitting on this bench and they're talking, so engaged with one another, and he is telling her why he has this bump on her head and she is listening so intently. And then she was smiling and believing every word of it. And by the way, it was an amazing, fantastical story, which isn't exactly true, but that didn't matter. She was listening and he was telling and she was believing. And it felt like in that moment, like the older brother and the younger sister on the school bench in the playyard after school." [4:14 → 4:53] Positive Vibes Spreading: "What happens is when you give something or someone some attention, you give them energy. You really give them some of your life. It's a life giving exchange that that alone can spark others around you to do the same, and that can build momentum. And then in time, it can feel like an event or something that happens. That's a mini miracle." [7:12 → 7:40]

In this episode, Mary Foley shares a hilarious and heartwarming story from her caregiving journey. She recounts the day her mother, who has dementia, came home with a mysterious pair of men's pants in her purse. Mary digs into possible scenarios, but also dives into the bigger life lessons this quirky incident holds.Key Takeaways: 1. Don't jump to conclusions: It's easy to make up stories when we only have snippets of info. Mary urges us to hold off on assuming and be mindful of the tales we weave about others.2. Write a happier story: Mary suggests making up hopeful and uplifting stories about yourself and others instead of going down the critical and gloomy road.3. Laugh it off: Life's full of funny moments, just like the one with the men's pants. Mary encourages us to embrace the light-hearted and find humor every day.4. Embrace the mystery: We're all still writing our life stories, and that's okay. Embrace the unknown and keep going.5. Find meaning in the unknown: Even if we never found out who the men's pants belonged to, Mary reminds us to find meaning in the unknown and assume the best.This episode offers a heartwarming and insightful dive into caregiving, resilience, and finding humor in the unexpected. So, don't miss out—subscribe and join Mary's email list for more meaningful stories and fresh perspectives. Get notified when the next story is released:Click the Subscribe button on your fave podcast platform:  https://www.livelikeyournailcolor.com/podcastGet notified by email:https://www.livelikeyournailcolor.com/notify Quotables:Dementia's Surprise: "She came home with a pair of men's pants in her purse, and she certainly didn't go there with them." — Mary Foley [02:00 → 02:07] Choosing Hopeful Stories: "Why not make a story make up a story that's more hopeful versus depressing and critical, that's more uplifting versus downtrodden. That is something that's more of possibility than of like, oh my gosh, gloom and doom. Why not? We have that choice." — Mary Foley [08:05 → 08:26] Embracing Humor Daily: "There's funny moments like that in every day, so why not just choose the light hearted and the funny more often?" — Mary Foley [09:12 → 09:21]

I'm back with another short story as a sidekick caregiver that I'm calling Flip the Chip Moments.Because as you know, chip happens on your nails and in your life. But instead of letting the chips keep you down, you can decide to "flip" a challenge or difficultly that's wants to hold you back into something more positive that helps you more forward.  These stories aren't just about caregiving or aging parents and relatives. There are about life.Today's story is about my uncle who is in hospice. After celebrating his 92nd birthday, he made a personal plea to me that I will never forget. His plea was heavy and sad and I thought I couldn't do a dang thing to help him. The chips in his life were definitely down.I've never faced a plea like this. I didn't know what to do. And then, an idea came to me.Yeah, don't give me credit. Must have been from God. I was just standing there with eyes like a deer in the headlights.  Listen to here what happened.To be notified when the next story is released, you can:1. Sign up to get notified by email:https://www.livelikeyournailcolor.com/notify2. Subscribe to my podcast. Use the platform you're listening with right now or go here for all the options:  https://www.livelikeyournailcolor.com/podcast

I've decided to make a temporary change to my Live Like Your Nail Color Podcast where I talk with amazing midlife women. Because I need the time and energy to be present for my aging loved ones (including Mom with dementia and Uncle in hospice). Instead, I've decided to share stories (AKA Flip the Chip Moments) from my journey as a sidekick caregiver. Because the most difficult moments in life can also be the most beautiful. Here's the first one that happened on National Daughter's Day (with my Mom who no longer knows I'm her daughter). If you want more stories, please comment/reply with a simple "YES!". To be notified when the next story is released, you can: 1. Sign up to get notified by email: https://www.livelikeyournailcolor.com/notify 2. Subscribe to my podcast (including YouTube with these videos): https://www.livelikeyournailcolor.com/podcast

When any chip happens in your life, where do you immediately turn? I bet it's a gal pal, a female friend! That's why today we're exploring what we need from female friendships at midlife and how to create and nurture them. The opportunity to create rich female friendships at this point in life is greater than ever, if we are willing to try.I've invited two of my previous guests back to have a conversation about the importance of female friendships in midlife. My first gal pal is Jill Baughan, host of the podcast called “Find Joy…No Matter What!” She describes it as doing joy shots with a friend. My second gal pal is Patti DeNucci. She's a speaker and author of “More Than Just Talk: The Essential Guide for Anyone Who Wants to Enjoy Better Conversations.” And, as we know, any good female friendship has ALOT of good conversations!In this episode, we talk about:The benefits of having female friends in midlifeTips for having richer conversationsHow to make time for important friendshipsFinding joy in female friendshipsHere's a glance:[6:57] Jill and Patti are both Naked Nelly's who are not afraid to be their authentic selves.[9:18] Jill and Patti share the importance of female friends in their lives and why.[14:33] Jill and Patti weigh in on must haves in a female friendship.[19:46] The struggles of making time for female friends when time is limited.[27:17] Tips and ideas for having deeper, richer conversations.[34:39] Guidance for introverted or socially shy females who want to start conversations.[37:56] The importance of being authentic in female friendships.[44:29] How Jill finds joy in her female friendships.[52:03] Patti's created nail color would be Colorful Conversations and Jill's would be Confetti.[1:01:38] In the Flip the Chip segment, Mary highlights the big, do-able takeaways Jill and Patti shared about creating and nurturing female friendships in midlife.Shareables:“We need all the encouragement, support, and joy that we can get from our friends especially in this time of life.” — Jill Baughan on @livelikeyournailcolor“Just like exercise, eating well, and getting to sleep, you have to make your friends a priority.” — Patti DeNucci on @livelikeyournailcolor“We all want to be known, understood, and accepted.” — Mary Foley on @livelikeyournailcolorDiscover more about Jill & Patti: JillBaughan.comFinding Joy…No Matter What PodcastListen to episode 29 with JillPattiDenucci.comMore than Just Talk: The Essential Guide for Anyone Who Wants to Enjoy Better ConversationsListen to episode 35 (Part 1) with PattiListen to episode 36 (Part 2) with PattiSweet Potato's Queen Book of LoveFor more inspiration and fun: Take the quiz and discover your nail color persona: mynailcolorpersona.comRate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts —“Mary and the Live Like Your Nail Color podcast is inspiring and fun!”

In part 1 of this discussion, we talked about the common reasons why estrangement happens with an adult child and four things you can do starting today to put yourself on the path of reconnection. In part 2, Tina offers five specific things not to do if you have an estranged child, some real stories of reconciled relationships, and an unexpected takeaway that applies to all of us, whether you currently have an estranged adult child, or not.Tina Gilbert is a Psychotherapist, Author, Estrangement Consultant, and author of Reconnecting with Your Estranged Adult Child: Practical Tips and Tools to Heal Your Relationship. She cuts through the blame, shame, and guilt on both sides of the broken relationship and offers techniques and tools to parents who have felt powerless. She believes reconciliation is a step-by-step process, but the effort is worth it. It is never too late to renew relations and experience better-than-ever bonds.In this episode, we talk about:What not to do when attempting to repair an estranged relationshipSuccessful reconnections between parents and estranged childrenThe importance of self-compassion when it feels that life isn't fairHere's a glance:[2:41] Tina shares a few strategies many parents try but are not effective in repairing an estranged relationship.[9:45] Stories of successful reconnections between adult children and parents.[17:46] Why allowing time to pass could be what is needed to heal a relationship when nothing else is working.[25:07] Keys to finding self-compassion when it feels that life isn't fair.[30:22] Tina explains why Self-compassion Cinnamon Cookie is the nail color she would choose to heal relationships.[34:12] In the Flip the Chip segment, Mary highlights Tina's five things not to do if you are currently estranged from your adult child.Shareables:“Continually reaching out, in some cases, will actually do more harm than good. In other cases, it won't make a difference.” — Tina Gilbertson on @livelikeyournailcolor“I hear regularly from parents who have managed to reconnect with their kids. There's a certain point at which the parent takes ownership of the problem and says "I am going to figure this out”. You have to overcome shame to do it.” — Tina Gilbertson on @livelikeyournailcolor“Most estrangements are temporary.” — Tina Gilbertson on @livelikeyournailcolorDiscover more about Tina: TinaGilbertson.comReconnecting with Your Estranged Adult Child: Practical Tips and Tools to Heal Your RelationshipReconnection Club PodcastReconnection ClubFor more inspiration and fun: Take the quiz and discover your nail color persona: mynailcolorpersona.comRate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts —“Mary and the Live Like Your Nail Color podcast is inspiring and fun!”

Parents whose adult children have cut them off often wonder: How did this happen? Where did I go wrong? What happened to my loving child? Over time, holidays, birthdays, and even the birth of a grandchild may all pass - in silence. But there is hope. Today's gal pal is Tina Gilbertson. Tina is a Psychotherapist, Author, Estrangement Consultant, and author of Reconnecting with Your Estranged Adult Child: Practical Tips and Tools to Heal Your Relationship. She cuts through the blame, shame, and guilt on both sides of the broken relationship and offers techniques and tools to parents who have felt powerless. She believes reconciliation is a step-by-step process, but the effort is well worth it. It is never too late to renew relations and experience better-than-ever bonds.In this episode, we talk about:The importance of self-compassionHow to not feel powerless when there is estrangement in the familyHow early wounding affects our closest relationshipsEncouraging emotional resilience within ourselvesHere's a glance:[5:47] Tina is a Naked Nelly who simply doesn't concern herself with any more personal grooming than necessary.[8:02] What issues fuel parent-adult child estrangement?[16:50] What parents can do to reconcile a relationship with an estranged adult child.[24:45] Four key points to help parents not to feel powerless.[32:58] How early wounding affects relationships and the benefits of speaking with a qualified counselor.[42:04] Finding emotional resilience within yourself.[43:44] In the Flip the Chip segment, Mary highlights the four things parents can start doing today if they have an estranged child.Shareables:“The first thing [parents] want to try to do is to take some time to understand the reasons, from the child's point of view, why they're seeking distance.” — Tina Gilbertson on @livelikeyournailcolor“If we haven't maybe received enough compassion and empathy in our lives, we don't know what it looks like or what it feels like to experience that.” — Tina Gilbertson on @livelikeyournailcolor“Resilience is the ability to come back into equilibrium emotionally.” — Tina Gilbertson on @livelikeyournailcolorDiscover more about Tina: TinaGilbertson.comReconnecting with Your Estranged Adult Child: Practical Tips and Tools to Heal Your RelationshipReconnection Club PodcastReconnection ClubInstagram Facebook here and hereFor more inspiration and fun:Take the quiz and discover your nail color persona: mynailcolorpersona.comRate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts —“Mary and the Live Like Your Nail Color podcast is inspiring and fun!”

Today we are exploring when we find ourselves in the caregiver role of aging parents. I'm there as so many of you are, or will be. Honestly, I used to dread this whole thing, but I'm moving into seeing this as a beautiful time, though not easy. Even if you aren't currently caregiving for aging parents, chances are you know a friend who is. So, listen for a few nuggets to encourage and support them. Trust me, it will mean so much!To help guide us through this change, I am talking with gal pal, Pam Reynolds. Pam is the author of Caregiving with Confidence: Taking the Guesswork Out of Caregiving. In which, Pam draws upon her extensive experience both personally and professionally. She is a Certified Aging Life Care Manager, Certified Professional Gerontologist, and Certified Dementia Practitioner. She has a diverse vocational background that includes assisted living facility and nursing home management, as well as owning a company that helped people age in place at home.In this episode, we talk about:The gradual shift from child to caregiverFive Tips for new caregiversSelf-care considerations when caring for elderly parentsEssential resources for caregiversHere's a glance:[5:01] Pam is an evolving Solid Sister who recognizes she needs other Solid Sisters around her. Her go-to color is light pink or a neutral color.[9:01] Pam describes the slippery slope of caregiving.[16:14] Pam became a caregiver for her grandmother when she was just a teen. She shares her life's journey.[20:50] Why Pam wrote Caregiving with Confidence and five tips for those beginning their caregiving journeys.[34:36] Financial demands vary but it is essential to consider the cost of long-term care. [41:44] Pam explains how having the perfect plan is not always perfect.[45:40] How much consideration should be given to the social needs of our aging parents?[49:17] After 20 years in the Elder Care industry, Pam is pursuing Elder Care Law to advocate for those who deserve the best treatment. [52:44] The importance of self-care when providing care for others. [57:10] Perfectly Imperfect is the nail color Pam created to remind caregivers that it all starts with caring.[101:50] In the Flip the Chip segment, Mary highlights Pamela's top five tips (GUESS) for caregivers. Shareables:“Identifying as a caregiver is the first step. It is one of the first hurdles we have to overcome.” — Pam Reynolds on @livelikeyournailcolor“We shouldn't expect ourselves to become experts overnight in all these different areas.” — Pam Reynolds on @livelikeyournailcolor“The long-term care funding sources that are government funded ... they don't favor aging in place. They favor the facility model.” — Pam Reynolds on @livelikeyournailcolor“As caregivers we are so used to being yes-men and doing what everyone needs us to do, sometimes you are going to have to turn down an offer to hold your time sacred.” — Pam Reynolds on @livelikeyournailcolorDiscover more about Pam: Caring with Confidence: Taking the Guesswork Out of Caregivingtheagingauthority.comFor more inspiration and fun: Take the quiz and discover your nail color persona: mynailcolorpersona.comRate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts —“Mary and the Live Like Your Nail Color podcast is inspiring and fun!”

Relationships are essential. Relationships help us get things done. And especially as women, our closest relationships have a tremendous impact on how we see ourselves and experience our everyday world. That's why today I'm kicking off another mini-series called Women's Essential Relationships. Together, we're going to explore our relationships as adult women with senior parents, romantic partners, siblings, and female friends. Having been on this planet for several decades we've had chip happen in these relationships. How have these moments shaped us and at this point, what can we do to use those moments to become stronger, healthier, and happier?Today we are talking about breakup breakthroughs. If you've been in a romantic relationship where you believed it was your forever, and then it's suddenly over, then you know the heartache and you have lots of questions that haunt you like “Will I ever get over it?”, “Why didn't I see the signs?” and “Will I be able to love again?”Today's gal pal Dr. Sherri has been there. She started using her clinical psychology training to identify and navigate through these questions to get to the other side and thrive again. Her book Breakup Breakthroughs: Asking and Answering the Hard Questions So You Can Thrive in the Trauma of a Relationship Breakup, serves as an invitation to the ultimate act of self-love, to understand yourself, your desires, expectations, motivations, and patterns on a deeper, more intentional level than ever before. In this episode, we talk about:Why pain is an essential part of thrivingWhy we don't see the signs of a breakupWhat it really means to love yourselfTips for letting a relationship go after a breakupHere's a glance:[6:18] Dr. Sherri goes deeper into why Dark Purple or Black are her go-to colors and how it nails her.[12:09] Dr. Sherri recounts the relationship breakup that inspired her to write her insightful book, Breakup Breakthroughs.[18:13] As a thought coach, Dr. Sherri stresses the necessary component of pain in growth and how growth is an essential part of thriving. [21:34] Mary asks Dr. Sheri to expound on three of the twelve questions from her book Breakup Breakthroughs. [46:29] Dr. Sherri shares her hopes and intentions for anyone who reads her book.[55:49] In the Flip the Chip segment, Mary highlights three of the questions Dr. Sherri suggests to guide you to your breakup breakthroughs.Shareables:“Length of time [in a relationship] does not get to dictate your heart's response or a level of grieving that is appropriate or inappropriate.” — Dr. Sherri Yoder on @livelikeyournailcolor“There is no growth that you will ever experience that is not painful. Pain is inherent in growth.” — Dr. Sherri Yoder on @livelikeyournailcolor“You can't thrive by dismissing how you feel. The only way you can grow is by investigating further how you feel.” — Dr. Sherri Yoder on @livelikeyournailcolor“We gaslight ourselves out of being honest with ourselves. Out of really evaluating a situation.” — Dr. Sherri Yoder on @livelikeyournailcolorDiscover more about Dr. Sherri: Breakup Breakthroughs: Asking and Answering the Hard Questions So You Can Thrive in the Trauma of a Relationship Breakupthrivingthoughtsglobal.org@Dr.SherriSpeaks on Instagram@Dr.SherriYoder on FacebookEpisode 39 with Dr. Sherri: Thriving One Thought at a Time For more inspiration and fun: Take the quiz and discover your nail color persona: mynailcolorpersona.comRate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts —“Mary and the Live Like Your Nail Color podcast is inspiring and fun!”

Quick question: On a scale of 1 to 10 with 10 being amazing, how would you rate your personal financial well-being right now? Now imagine if that number were higher. How would that impact your personal resilience as the economy and stock market inevitably rises and falls? What kind of mindset around money would help kick doubts and fears about funding your personal dreams to the curb?It's my observation that we gals definitely want financial security and freedom, but we tend to avoid and postpone giving real attention to our financial life. My hope is that by the end of today's podcast, you are newly inspired to kick your hesitations to the curb and spring some new life into your financial well-being. To help us do that is my gal pal Mary Ashby. When Mary and her husband Rob were in their 30s they were two state employees with two small kids barely making ends meet. I bet they would have rated their financial well-being a two!Today Mary is a Regional Vice President and Investment Adviser Representative with Primerica Advisors. She calls her approach “Your Money GPS — Helping Grow, Protect and Save for Your Financial Future.” What I really appreciate about her is that she makes figuring out your financial well-being practical, attainable, and even fun! In this episode, we talk about:What financial wellness means to womenUsing money as a toolFinancial speedbumps women facePractical actions to improve financial wellnessHere's a glance:[6:05] Mary is a Naked Nelly but has an inner Solid Sister just waiting to come out boasting all the colors of a rainbow.[8:48] Creating a plan that meets your financial goals is the first step in Mary's Your Money GPS approach. [11:20] What women care about most when it comes to financial well-being. [18:11] Common misunderstandings and speed bumps women experience about money and their financial life. [25:04] Practical actions women can take to improve their financial well-being in the next 30 days.[35:57] What you can do to prepare for the ebbs and flows of your personal finances.[40:48] Mary shares three mindset changes women can make around money. [45:54] Mary's nail color that would rejuvenate our financial well-being is On Track.[48:37] In the Flip the Chip segment Mary highlights the practical list of suggestions that can change your financial future in just 30-days. Shareables:“Give yourself some grace and know that modifications are a good thing to achieving your goals.” — Mary Ashby on @livelikeyournailcolor“Women use more conservative investment approaches. Over the long term it can be a drag on their overall accumulation of wealth.” — Mary Ashby on @livelikeyournailcolor“You don't want to go it alone. It is critical to have a knowledgeable trusted person in your corner.” — Mary Ashby on @livelikeyournailcolor“Remember, it is really time in the market, not timing the market that counts.” — Mary Ashby on @livelikeyournailcolorDiscover more about Mary: primerica.com/MaryAshbymaryashby.com/mashby@primerica.com For more inspiration and fun: Take the quiz and discover your nail color persona: mynailcolorpersona.comRate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts —“Mary and the Live Like Your Nail Color podcast is inspiring and fun!”

Spring is in full swing, and time for another episode in the mini-series called Renew for Resilience. We're talking about topics in your everyday life with the idea that if you and I consider this spring how we can renew these areas, we could boost our resilience to whatever may come our way. Because we'd be more prepared, strong, buoyant, durable, feisty, and quick to recover in this crazy, demanding world. Many don't realize it, but some of the things we do to make our home cozy and clean, like candles, air fresheners, and cleaners are taxing our bodies way more than ever before, contributing to fatigue, mental fog, and sleep problems. Today's gal pal has some simple ideas to diminish the home toxins that can help boost your resilience. To better understand how to lighten our home's toxic load, I've invited my gal pal Amy Fowler to the podcast. Amy is the founder of Lamplight Living and doTerra Wellness Advocate. I've known Amy for several years and when we would talk, she would ask me how I'm doing and mean it. She really wanted to know! And, so often she'd respond with a practical, natural remedy to try. She was and still is a walking encyclopedia of wellness solutions, including how to lighten your toxic load. In this episode, we talk about:The most common toxins inside our homesPractical ways to lighten our toxic loadHow to improve your home's air qualityHow to clean your home without harsh, harmful chemicalsThe Ditch and Switch methodHere's a glance:[5:10] As a Gemini, Amy's nail color persona is both a Naked Nelly and a Solid Sister! [9:00] Amy describes what a toxin is and the most common toxins found in a household.[13:43] How do the toxins in our homes make us sick?[17:55] Amy describes the toxic load threshold the body can handle, and how once we surpass it, it impacts health.[20:19] Practical ways to lighten the toxic load in our bodies — Ditch and Switch and use essential oils.[33:04] We don't need harsh chemicals to properly clean the house! [38:19] Amy's top recommendations for simple steps to reduce your toxic load.[44:01] To lighten our toxic load, Amy created the nail color Clean Slate. [46:29] In the Flip the Chip segment, Mary highlights Amy's approach to lightening the toxic load in your home – the Ditch and Switch.Shareables:“A toxin is any substance that places undue stress on the body.” — Amy Fowler on @livelikeyournailcolor“Our skin absorbs up to 60% of what you put on it.” — Amy Fowler on @livelikeyournailcolor“According to the Natural Resources Defense Council, household products in the US contain more than 80,000 chemicals and most have not been thoroughly tested.” — Amy Fowler on @livelikeyournailcolor“It's better to make one small change than to not make any change at all.” — Amy Fowler on @livelikeyournailcolorDiscover more about Amy: lamplightliving.cominfo@lamplightliving.com@lamplightliving on Facebook@lamplightliving on InstagramFree ebooks:Cleaning with Essential OilsToxins and Air Quality: How to Freshen the Air You Breathe100 Diffuser Blend IdeasFor more inspiration and fun: Take the quiz and discover your nail color persona: mynailcolorpersona.comRate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts —“Mary and the Live Like Your Nail Color podcast is inspiring and fun!”

What are your plans for the weekend? There are so many fun events, festivals, and activities that call us each spring to come out and play. As a cycling enthusiast, I could fill my entire calendar up with the number of group rides offered up to me on Facebook. But I've got a problem,and maybe you have the same problem. I'm not ready for any of them. After months of not riding and not doing other exercise, I'm woefully out of shape. So, what can you and I do this spring to renew our physical strength? Especially as women over 40, what are some simple, but effective ways to feel strong and fit again to do all the activities we truly want to do? I invited my gal pal Brigit Kin-Carlton to be with us today. Brigit is the founder and owner of Bdefined, Personal Fitness & Wellness Defined, in Williamsburg, VA. Bridgit and her team offer a customized, holistic, time-efficient approach to personal training. Having worked in the fitness industry for over 30 years Bridgit has all the creds:  a Bachelor of Science in Exercise Management, Masters of Education in Exercise Science, plus lots of specialty certifications including Personal Trainer, Group Fitness Instructor, Weightlifting Coach, Nutrition Coach, and Functional Aging Specialist. She competes in triathlons, road races and most recently won fourth in her class at a regional fitness competition! I, on the other hand, am competing with myself to get back to feeling strong and fit again.  This week we're talking about how you can renew feeling strong and fit so you can  confidently do those activities. In this episode, we talk about:Common health challenges facing women over 40How to combat the biggest concern for aging womenOvercoming the excuses that keep you from moving moreSimple strength training exercises you can do right nowRealistic exercise goals for middle-aged womenHere's a glance:[4:47] Brigit is a steady and reliable Solid Sister who recognizes that when chip happens, she gets off-balance. Her go-to fav colors are cream on the nails and purple on the toes. [8:15] Common health challenges facing women over 40, including loss of muscle and decreased metabolism. [11:00] Strength training is so important at every age! [18:02] Effective strength training exercises that any middle-aged women can start today. [23:10] Overcoming the common speed bumps and finding the motivation to get moving. [30:12] What to do if you are dealing with a chronic ache, pain, or injury. [35:08] Realistic, inspiring fitness goals for women over 40. [38:08] Can't Be Beet is Brigit's created nail color that reminds us that we're too strong to be beat, and Bad Ass Bitch Blue inspires us to wake up every day being so much more than mediocre.[42:05] In the Flip the Chip segment, Mary highlights Brigit's body movement challenge to help combat loss of muscle mass. Shareables:“It's entirely possible to look and feel great at any age.” — Brigit Kin-Carlton on @livelikeyournailcolor“Once you start moving your body, it takes care of so many of the other issues.” — Brigit Kin-Carlton on @livelikeyournailcolor“A little bit goes a long way, and a little bit is better than nothing.” — Brigit Kin-Carlton on @livelikeyournailcolorDiscover more about Brigit: bdefinedfitness.com(757) 345-6801bridgit@bdefinedfitness.comBdefined on FacebookBdefined on InstagramFor more inspiration and fun: Take the quiz and discover your nail color persona: mynailcolorpersona.comRate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts —“Mary and the Live Like Your Nail Color podcast is inspiring and fun!”

Have you ever tried a particular diet like Whole 30, Keto, or one where you have to buy all your food from one company? And it worked. You felt better. For a while. But when you stopped the intensity, so did the benefits. And you're in a funk again. That probably includes pretty much everyone listening right now.Today's gal pal, Kelly Lutman, offers an approach to eating that's about something more important and longer-lasting than losing weight. Kelly is an Integrative Nutrition Health Coach, founder of Pursue Wellness, and author of “Diet to Edit: Discover Freedom in a New Approach to Food.” I've personally learned a lot from Kelly and can tell you that her approach to eating is practical, empowering, and totally designed to give your body the fuel it needs to feel energized and do what you want to do.In this episode, we talk about:Why fad diets just don't workHow to find freedom with a new approach to foodThe perfectly portioned dinner plate5 tips for editing what you eat to help your body be resilientHere's a glance:[3:32] Kelly's goal is to live with the body she has and to support it to be as effective as possible every day.[5:16] A Solid Sister, Kelly's go-to fav color is a pale peach with just a bit of shimmer.[8:18] How much does what you eat really impact your energy and vitality?[12:46] Little tweaks can have a big impact on overall health.  Kelly experienced this with her own son.[17:58] Fad diets just don't work. Kelly explains the difference between diet and edit.[22:42] Kelly's top 5 tips for editing our eating to renew our resilience.[28:28] Improved digestion starts with slowing yourself down.[31:15] Kelly paints a picture of the perfectly portioned, colorful plate.[38:28] Edit your liquids to include more hydrating sources that need to be replenished daily.[40:45] Kelly describes her 5-Day Detox and shares the details for her upcoming spring detox challenge.[47:06] One Step At A Time is Kelly's created nail color to inspire us to edit our eating habits and eat the colors of the rainbow.[51:00] In the Flip the Chip segment, Mary highlights Kelly's top 5 tips for editing our eating to renew our resilience.Shareables:“Live in the body you have and support it to be as effective as it can be.” — Kelly Lutman on @livelikeyournailcolor“Eating fat doesn't make you fat.” — Kelly Lutman on @livelikeyournailcolor“The body can be incredibly resilient when you provide the building blocks it needs.” — Kelly Lutman on @livelikeyournailcolorDiscover more about Kelly: From Diet to Edit: Discover Freedom in a New Approach to FoodGo to pursuewellnessforyou.com to book a strategy call or tap into her extensive blogsFor Kelly's 5 Day Detox starting April 24, 2023:Go to pursuewellnessforyou.com/5-day-detoxOR email kelly@pursuewellnessforyou.com to get on the waiting listFacebook @PursueWellnessForYouFor more inspiration and fun: Take the quiz and discover your nail color persona: mynailcolorpersona.comRate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts —“Mary and the Live Like Your Nail Color podcast is inspiring and fun!”

Are you tired of chaos and clutter in your home? Do you ever wish someone would come in and make it go away? We have all answered “yes” to those questions because life is busy and seems to require a lot of stuff. But stuff can weigh us down and take up too much of our precious physical, mental, and emotional space. That is why spring cleaning is the first topic that sprang to mind for the Renew for Resilience five-part mini-series. My gal pal, Ashley Stefanko, owner of Home Reimagined, has a great motto: “Less stuff, more life.” She's an amazing professional organizer who I've personally hired. More than once. Because I'm not embarrassed to say I've needed professional help to go through all the stuff. What I love is that she's NOT an unrealistic minimalist, but an advocate for keeping what you need, ditching what you don't, and making it easy and practical for you to find what you're looking for when you need it. I've learned so much from her about making decluttering doable with immediate happy dance results, that I had to share her with you! In this episode, we talk about: Common reasons people don't declutterHow to build personal resilience by renewing their spaceSimple decluttering doablesTips for organizing the stuff we use every day Here's a glance: [4:42] A Glitter Gal on her toes, but a Naked Nelly on her fingers, Ashley says she hates when 'chip' happens. [8:25] Studies show that a person's physical space directly affects mental, emotional, and physical health. [10:52] How can decluttering and renewing our space increase personal resilience? [13:30] Common reasons people put off dealing with their clutter and how Ashley gets people motivated to renew their space. [20:34] What spaces should people start decluttering first? [32:54] Tips for making the stuff you need easily accessible and organized. [38:11] Ashley paints a picture of her organizing process when she works with clients. [49:00] Ashley describes her Declutter Challenge and shares her Declutter Quicklist. [50:06] GSD, or Get Stuff Done is Ashley's created nail color to inspire us to renew our spaces. [53:48] In the Flip the Chip segment, Mary highlights Ashley's top two tips for decluttering and organizing your most used spaces. Shareables: “I love helping people bring out their best.” — Ashley Stefanko on @livelikeyournailcolor “It is amazing what two people who are focused on an area can accomplish in a half-day or a day.” — Ashley Stefanko on @livelikeyournailcolor “Most people are not extreme minimalists, that is just not realistic for a lot of people.” — Ashley Stefanko on @livelikeyournailcolor Discover more about Ashely: Go to homereimaginedrva.com to book a call, see before/after photos, and get Ashely's “Declutter Checklist”@homereimaginedrva on Instagram@HomeReimagineRVA on Pinterest@HomeReimagineRVA on Facebook  For more inspiration and fun: Take the quiz and discover your nail color persona: mynailcolorpersona.com Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts — “Mary and the Live Like Your Nail Color podcast is inspiring and fun!”

According to the Labor Department, 20% of adult women, that's one in 5, spend time caring for an older relative. All while you're working, running a business, involved with children and grandchildren, and trying to have a life. Maybe you, too? The good news is that there are people figuring out this whole thing way before me. In fact, my gal pal Stella is one of them. In today's episode, you can listen to our conversation about what she's done to take care of herself while taking care of her aging parents.Stella Capocelli Carter is the CEO of Tour Plan International. She is also a wife, mother, and caregiver. In her work, Stella facilitates group travel trips and individual travel advisory services. She has a full life in addition to caring for her parents.In this episode, we talk about:How caregiving impacts the entire familyPractical tips for injecting positivity into each dayOvercoming caregiver guiltPractical tips for taking care of yourself while caring for aging parentsHere's a glance:[7:26] Stella is a Solid Sister with a twist who loves pink and cheering other people on.[9:51] Stella paints a picture of her caregiving role and how it impacts her and her family.[15:37] Stella's elderly father is fiercely independent and adopting a new, more fragile identity is difficult for him.[22:42] Like taking on a new business project, taking in your parents should be researched and dealt with objectively.[35:32] Stella shares her personal self-care practices including having an attitude of gratitude.[39:49] How to overcome caregiver guilt and make time for your well-being.[51:06] Compassionate Cranberry is the nail color Stella would create for herself.[55:48] In the Flip the Chip segment, Mary highlights three practical tips for yourself while taking care of aging parents.Shareables:“If I am not healthy and sane, I can't help my aging parent.” — Mary Foley on @livelikeyournailcolor“We had to start looking at the care that could be provided in the home other than the children, and it led to all kinds of serious ‘chip' happening.” — Stella Capocelli Carter on @livelikeyournailcolor“Guilt is probably one of the biggest emotions that came out as a result of all these changes that needed to be made with caregiving and providing.” — Stella Capocelli Carter on @livelikeyournailcolorDiscover more about Stella: s.capocelli@tourplaninternational.comwww.tourplaninternational.com@TourPlanInterntionalLtd on Facebook@tourplaninternational on Instagram@stellacapocellicarter on LinkedInFor more inspiration and fun: Take the quiz and discover your nail color persona: mynailcolorpersona.comRate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts —“Mary and the Live Like Your Nail Color podcast is inspiring and fun!”

Are you willing to shake up the way you think, work, and lead? The relentless pace of business today is taking a serious toll on all of us. We might strive to be purpose-driven, impactful, and innovative, but we are often hijacked by never-ending to-do lists and constant crisis management. So, what is the solution? Unfortunately, it's not as simple as throwing out the old rules and learning new ones. It's about developing the insights to know when to follow conventional leadership wisdom and when to defy it. Today's gal pal, Sara Canaday, is here to share some of those insights.Sara Canaday is an author, keynote speaker, and executive coach. Her book, Leadership Unchained: Defy Conventional Wisdom for Breakthrough Performance, really got my attention. She says that traditional wisdom that molded leadership for years is losing its effectiveness in our chaotic, digitally overwhelmed world. In some cases, those principles may even be impeding your progress!In this episode, we talk about:The issue with a bias for actionHow to create a stop-doing listHow to evolve into a modern leaderNavigating the brave new world of communication in leadershipHere's a glance:[3:58] Sara's nail color persona is a Solid Sister and her go-to is Bubble Bath.[7:10] In her book, Leadership Unchained, Sara explores the traditional success principles, such as a bias for action, that bog leaders down.[14:47] The modern leader knows when to defy conventional wisdom and knows when to use it.[17:43] Sara shares strategies to flip traditional success principles into modern leadership principles and Mary shares her quiz results.[24:00] Sara offers a counter-intuitive strategy to create the time necessary to take a long strategic pause.[31:52] An additional suggestion for traditional leaders who want to evolve into modern leaders, is to resist the temptation to overly rely on your own expertise.[37:55] What strategies do leaders find challenging and what is the risk to leaders if they don't evolve?[45:50] Sara's nail color to inspire people to be modern leaders is ‘Good Enough Garnet'.[48:00] In the Flip to Chip segment, Mary highlights what Sara said about flipping one of the most common leadership strategies of having a Bias for Action.Shareables:“We need to look for those unusual connections ... and we can't begin to do it if we are constantly in a bias for action.” — Sara Canaday on @livelikeyournailcolor“Start making a stop-doing list, instead of a to-do list.” — Sara Canaday on @livelikeyournailcolor“The more stressful things are, the more inclined we are to hold and cling tight to what we have always done.” — Sara Canaday on @livelikeyournailcolorDiscover more about Dr. Sherri: saracanaday.comLeadership Unchained book (https://saracanaday.com/leadership-unchained-buy-the-book-today/ )The Modern Leader Index Assessment (https://saracanaday.com/the-modern-leader-index/ )LinkedIn @SaraCanadayFor more inspiration and fun: Take the quiz and discover your nail color persona: mynailcolorpersona.comRate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts —“Mary and the Live Like Your Nail Color podcast is inspiring and fun!”

Have you ever thought “I should be doing more”, “What if something bad happens?” or “I wonder what they will think of me?” These are thoughts of worry, regret, and comparison. And they set us up for feelings of anxiety and depression. But what if you could change your thoughts so you could change the way you feel? Today's gal pal, Dr. Sherri Yoder, says you can do just that and she's here to share how.Dr. Sherri has been a Clinical Psychologist for years but left that post to serve as Founder and Executive Director of Thriving Thoughts Global, a non-profit organization that's looking at changing up the whole conversation around mental health so we can all thrive in this demanding, sometimes crazy world!In this episode, we talk about:The difference between mental health and mental illnessWhere motivation comes fromTips for being more honest with yourselfWhy every thought deserves a second thoughtHere's a glance:[4:03] Dr. Sherri's nail color persona is 100% Naked Nelly.[6:55] The difference between mental health and mental illness and why most media outlets get it wrong.[13:00] Dr. Sherri shares the personal mental health journey that led to her writing Breakup Breakthroughs.[23:43] Dr. Sherri does a deep dive into the first principle of the 7 Pillars of Thriving.[37:01] ‘Give every thought a second one' is another poignant principle of the 7 Pillars of Thriving. [45:51] Thriving Thoughts Global is Dr. Sherri's non-profit that creates mini-projects that help strengthen mental health. [48:30] My Agency is the name of Dr. Sherri's perfect nail color. [51:08] In the Flip the Chip segment, Mary highlights two of the 7 Pillars of Thriving that Dr. Sherri created.Shareables:“Motivation isn't going to fall on us. We need to create it through action.” — Dr. Sherri Yoder on @livelikeyournailcolor“Thriving is growth and growth when done properly, is painful.” — Dr. Sherri Yoder on @livelikeyournailcolor“I looked at my toes and what did I see? I saw chipped toenail polish and I said the next right thing is to polish my toenails and that is what I did.” — Dr. Sherri Yoder on @livelikeyournailcolor“Don't leave you up to anyone else.” — Dr. Sherri Yoder on @livelikeyournailcolorDiscover more about Dr. Sherri: thrivingthoughtsglobal.orgInstagram @Dr.SherriSpeaks (search for #ThisIsMentalHealth)Facebook @Dr.SherriYoderCheck out #ThisIsMentalHealth on socialMan's Search for Meaning by Victor FranklFor more inspiration and fun: Take the quiz and discover your nail color persona: mynailcolorpersona.comRate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts —“Mary and the Live Like Your Nail Color podcast is inspiring and fun!”

In a world where it seems most people are just showing up and living with what happens, what does it mean to truly show up well for yourself, for others, and for what purpose? I bet you've heard the popular reframe “You can do hard things.” I think that's repeated again and again because, when we are honest, we really don't want to do hard things. But showing up and showing up well is worth the work. And, as today's gal pal shares, it's a huge advantage to living your best life. Jan Goss is the Principal and Founder of Show Up Well Consulting. A group that specializes in personal and professional development. Plus, Jan is a highly respected executive protocol consultant with a reputation for helping leaders be great role models, be at peace, and truly be happy without giving up their souls. In this episode, we talk about: How to find out if you are showing up wellGetting in alignment with your best selfWhat true wealth isWhy love never fails Here's a glance: [3:27] Jan is a Practical Princess or Queen in Jan's case, but when she wants to go wild her go-to nail color on her toes is hot pink. [7:45] Jan explains what it means to Show Up Well and shares some of the highlights of her 52-point Advantage program. [18:30] Three questions to ask yourself to find out if you are showing up well. [23:12] Jan offers the core focus of her Show Up Well system. [33:18] Practical tools for making a small 2-degree shift toward happiness. [39:09] How to obtain true wealth in all aspects of your life. [45:51] Jan explains why “Love Never Fails” is her favorite quote. [48:40] If Jan could create a nail color to inspire us to show up well it would be Polish Up. [53:39] In the Flip the Chip segment, Mary highlights Jan's 5 steps to Showing Up Well. Shareables: “You can be a winner or a whiner, but you can't be both.” — Jan Goss on @livelikeyournailcolor “What if we only took inspired actions?” — Jan Goss on @livelikeyournailcolor “If you are miserable and you think you are in alignment, you are fooling yourself.” — Jan Goss on @livelikeyournailcolor “Love never fails.” — Jan Goss on @livelikeyournailcolor Discover more about Jan: showupwell.com Dive deeper with Jan with her virtual 5-Day Immersion of the Show Up Well Success System!Feb 27 – Mar 3, 2023, 12 – 1 pm CTTo register and for more info, text Jan @ 512-577-8479Include your first and last name, plus the word “success” For more inspiration and fun: Take the quiz and discover your nail color persona: mynailcolorpersona.com Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts — “Mary and the Live Like Your Nail Color podcast is inspiring and fun!”

Love is a wonderful thing. And a hard thing. And sometimes a tricky thing, especially after you've been through a tough relationship, or you've lost a partner. And, as you may have noticed in a few past episodes, I mentioned that a few months ago Bill and I got married. People have been curious and asking me for details. So, I asked Bill if he'd be willing to openly share a bit of our journey. Not because our relationship is a perfect role model or will be exactly like yours, but because in life's twists and turns, with pain and joy, there's still hope for love again. It is our desire that in the details we share you find yourself nodding, laughing, and feeling encouraged about the love you have or would like to have in your own life. At the end, I share 5 takeaways that are worth the trip.In this episode we talk about:The complexity of marriage vowsBreaking up in the middle of a relationshipWhen work is his mistressGetting even closer than you ever thought possibleHere's a glance:[6:20] Preferring bare nails, Bill's nail color persona is Naked Ned.[8:51] Bill shares his marriage history and suggests that many couples don't understand the complexity and depth of marriage vows.[15:06] When Mary hired Bill's company to do some work there was an almost instant trust between them.[20:36] An opportunity for a possible career change led Mary to tell Bill she was separated.[29:06] After dating for a while, Bill told Mary she may want to date other people and later, they broke up.[34:16] Mary and Bill describe the purpose and outcome of the index card incident.[42:59] After a long courtship, three months ago Bill and Mary said I do. They share their marriage story.[57:45] There is hope to find love again: Mary highlights 5 important takeaways.Shareables:“When I first met you I thought, who is that little pixie?” — Bill Eastman on @livelikeyournailcolor“I was big on — end one thing before you start another.” — Mary Foley on @livelikeyournailcolor“Love doesn't always come in the package you were looking for.” — Mary Foley on @livelikeyournailcolorFor more inspiration and fun: Take the quiz and discover your nail color persona: mynailcolorpersona.comRate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts —“Mary and the Live Like Your Nail Color podcast is inspiring and fun!”

What is the big deal about having better conversations, connections, and relationships? Pretty much everything! Last episode's conversation with networking and communications expert, Patti DeNucci, author of More Than Just Talk: The Essential Guide for Anyone Who Wants to Enjoy Better Conversations, was so good that I decided to split it into two parts so we could really take it in and benefit from Patti's insights and inspiration. If you haven't listened to Part 1 yet, I encourage you to do so. In Part 2 of our conversation, we dive deeper into the most common conversation skill and how to get better at it. If you're an introvert or in any way not comfortable having conversations, you are gonna LOVE this! In this episode we talk about: The health benefits of social interactionsA great conversation is a two-way streetConversational skills are powerful tools to get what you wantThe choice to strengthen our conversational skills Here's a glance: [2:18] A little-known yet big benefit of better conversations within social interactions is having a healthier and more vibrant life. [8:30] A good conversation should be mutually rewarding and beneficial for all parties. [11:43] In her book, More Than Just Talk: The Essential Guide for Anyone Who Wants to Enjoy Better Conversations, Patti shares tips for how to strengthen our social muscles. [15:29] How to make the most of online conversations and avoid the dreaded technoference. [25:27] When chip happens, having better conversational skills is essential to Living Like Your Nail Color. [29:36] A complimentary rosy-red nail color named Positive Possibilities would be Patti's hand-fashioned color of choice. [33:24] In the Flip the Chip segment, Mary highlights Patti's recommendations for those who aren't comfortable having social conversations or don't know what to say. Discover More About Patti DeNucci:Patti DeNucciPattiDeNucci@gmail.comPatti DeNucci on FacebookPatti DeNucci on Linkedin Shareables: “Skillful conversationalists find nuggets in what you are saying and ask you about them.” — Patti DeNucci on @livelikeyournailcolor “We begin to have social intelligence when we are really small.” — Patti DeNucci on @livelikeyournailcolor “Conversation is the currency between us.” — Mary Foley on @livelikeyournailcolor Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts — “Mary and the Live Like Your Nail Color podcast is inspiring and fun!”

It's been shown that positive, daily interactions with family, friends, neighbors, colleagues and even people we encounter as we go about our days help us thrive personally and professionally. And yet, we live in an era where an increasing number of obstacles prevent us from communicating and conversing well, or at all with others. What can we do to make it easier, more pleasant, and more rewarding to converse and connect and do it with greater authenticity, ease, and confidence?Today's gal pal, Patti DeNucci, a networking and communications expert, takes on this challenge with her latest book, More Than Just Talk: The Essential Guide for Anyone Who Wants to Enjoy Better Conversations.In this episode we talk about:Strategies for having good conversationsHow being curious creates better conversationsThe happiness quotient of quality conversations, long and shortHow to work through a difference of opinionHere's a glance:[4:06] As a practical, self-described Utilitarian, Patti is a Naked Nelly on her fingers and a deeply festive Solid Sister on her toes.[9:56] Why communication and connection are continuing themes throughout Patti's work.[13:27] In her new book, More Than Just Talk: The Essential Guide for Anyone Who Wants to Enjoy Better Conversations, Patti describes how better listening can lead to higher-quality conversations.[22:14] The universal characteristics of a good conversation.[27:45] How sharing authentic and vulnerable human stories helps us connect to others on a deeper level.[30:29] Conversation statistics: Who is better at it and why?[34:55] The chemical and emotional payoffs of quality conversations.[43:38] Patti describes why in business endeavors, a good conversationalist garners automatic success.[48:43] In the Flip the Chip segment, Mary highlights Patti's short list of how to have better conversations. Discover More About Patti DeNucci:Patti DeNucciPattiDeNucci@gmail.comPatti DeNucci on FacebookPatti DeNucci on LinkedinShareables:“Being able to converse and connect well is your ticket to a lot of benefits.” — Patti DeNucci on @livelikeyournailcolor“The gift of gab is not necessarily a gift if you don't use it properly.” — Patti DeNucci on @livelikeyournailcolor“Those with the ability to talk about many different topics to almost anybody with a certain degree of grace, are seen as more successful.” — Patti DeNucci on @livelikeyournailcolorRate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts —“Mary and the Live Like Your Nail Color podcast is inspiring and fun!”

It's a new year and maybe yours has started with exciting new possibilities and a feeling of fresh motivation. Or, maybe not. Maybe you're moving through transition and change and it's just not easy. Today's gal pal, Lisa Tilstra, gets it. She knows firsthand that life's not easy, but it can be less difficult. I'm all for less difficult, bet you are, too. Even if your life is feeling pretty good right now, I think you're going to be deeply encouraged by today's conversation.Lisa Tilstra is a coach, trainer, facilitator, and host of the “Make Life Less Difficult” podcast where she talks to all kinds of people about practical ways to make life less difficult.In this episode we talk about:Practical tips for making life less difficult.The value that comes from missing out.The importance of involving others in our lives.Making curiosity a practice.Here's a glance:[4:08] Being a Wonder Woman, Lisa is both a Glitter Gal and a Naked Nelly. [10:04] Living in Sri Lanka presented Lisa with some challenges she had not faced before, she explains how she made life less difficult.[14:01] Lisa explains the origin story of her go-to phrase, and the name of her podcast, Make Life Less Difficult.[18:35] Practical tips for making life less difficult using Lisa's life experiences as an example.[34:18] To help her hit life's bullseye, Lisa approaches difficulties as an A-R-C-H-E-R.[40:35] Involving others in our lives can help with the psychological process of transition.[50:06] Lisa shares how being curious at home or abroad can enrich our experiences.[54:48] Presence is a Present is Lisa's created nail color and mantra.[59:18] In the Flip the Chip segment, Mary highlights Lisa's ARCHER approach to making life less difficult.Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts —“Mary and the Live Like Your Nail Color podcast is inspiring and fun!”

Hey there, live like your nail color gals! The holidays have started here in the US and soon they will be in full swing with lots of people taking time off and slowing down to celebrate, exhale, and consider the new year ahead.In fact, I'm claricited about the holidays! That's a new word my friend Kim Eley and I just made up. It's the feeling of excitement you get when you've got clarity in some aspect of your life that energizes you to take action and move forward. I got clear that I need to take a real break, one that includes taking a break from creating new podcast episodes, so I can spend quality time with family and friends, as well as rest and refresh for the new year. I want to be present.The 5 most popular Live Like Your Nail Color episodes:Episode 18 — Getting Back Your Shine with Nicole Greer. Her enthusiasm is so contagious you can't help but smile.Episode 17 — Your 2-Minute Story for 2022 with my gal pals Yolanda Gray and Ellen McIlhenny. We explore using a fill-in-the-blank template for you to tell your story of 2022 in 2-minutes. Yolanda and Ellen share their experience, and I include how to get this 2-minute story template for yourself.Episode 19 — Why Not Today? with Leslie Kane. Isn't that a great question to ask yourself as you dream about what you'd like to make happen in the new year? Leslie has an inspiring story that will jump-start your mojo.Episode 16 — From Caregiver to One Woman Show with Breeda Miller. When you hear a story like this with heart and humor, somehow it stirs the spirit with hope that no matter what you're going through right now, there can be a beautiful flip side in the future.Episode 22 — Four Archetypes of Self-Sabotage with Vickie Griffith. In it she shares four forms of sabotage we are often not aware of and that plays a big part in staying stuck in some area of our lives. Who wants to avoid being stuck in 2023? I've got my hand up and I can feel your head nod right now.Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts —“Mary and the Live Like Your Nail Color podcast is inspiring and fun!”

Hey there, live like your nail color gals! No matter what nail color you are wearing today – or none at all – I want to remind you that you ARE kind of a big deal.Last episode's conversation with Erin King, international keynote speaker and author of You're Kind of Big Deal: Level Up by Unlocking Your Audacity, was so good that I decided to divide it into two parts so we could really take it in and benefit from Erin's energy, insights, and funny phrases. In part 1 she began to describe to us how to step into your “Big Deal Energy” so you can finally step into the life you've dreamed of living — online, offline, and all the time. If you haven't listened to Part 1 yet, I encourage you to do so. In this episode we talk about:Activating your big deal energyBeing prepared and not surprised is how we winDiscover your genius through your jealousyTools for unlocking your audacityHere's a glance:[2:03] Erin describes the difference between audacity and confidence.[7:44] How to activate your Big Deal Energy and what the meaning of the phrase — capping up, so you don't cope out.[14:27] Erin explains how we can manifest what we want by examining jealousy and focusing our energy on our preferred outcome.[18:05] Erin offers an amazing tool to help us discover what is blocking us so we can attain our boldest dreams.[24:51] Erin's nail colors to help spur others on, would be Gratitude Attitude and Someone's Shot of Whiskey.[29:22] In the Flip the Chip segment, Mary highlights some tools from Erin's book that ignite our Big Deal Energy.Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts —“Mary and the Live Like Your Nail Color podcast is inspiring and fun!”

Women are often told that dreaming bigger and exuding confidence is the key to achieving professional success. While big dreams and confidence might get you started, they won't fuel you throughout the marathon and over the finish line. Today's gal pal says that in order to keep going through thick and thin, you need something more.International keynote speaker, three-time entrepreneur, and super motivating gal Erin King helps you step into the role of CEO of your own life and better execute your responses to challenging feedback from the world around you. Her book You're Kind of Big Deal: Level Up by Unlocking Your Audacity shows you how to step into what she calls your “Big Deal Energy” so you can finally step into the life you've dreamed of living online, offline, and all the time.  In this episode we talk about:It's OK to be unapologetically feminine in businessCreate a simple mantra to guide youUnhealthy comparison versus healthy competitionBe intentional about who you listen toHere's a glance:[3:31] Erin is an unapologetically hot pink Solid Sister when she wants to deliver what matters to her audience.[8:59] Erin shares her journey of building the community and business that led to her becoming the ‘Kind of a Big Deal' she is today.[15:06] The simple mantra of Help People, Have Fun, and Make Money helps guide Erin's team to filter the opportunities that go beyond the shiny object syndrome.[17:46] Erin believes it is the difference between unhealthy comparison and healthy competition and being unprepared for the reactions of others is what keeps women from their boldest dreams. [23:09] Erin explains why women should become bad listeners.[25:16] Erin has a carefully curated board of directors, her truth-tellers, to make sure her audacity doesn't cross the ego line.  [27:55] In the Flip the Chip segment, Mary highlights the two practical tips Erin offered about unhealthy comparison versus healthy competition.Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts —“Mary and the Live Like Your Nail Color podcast is inspiring and fun!”

In an October 2022 article by the American Psychological Association, “Americans are struggling with multiple external stressors that are out of their personal control, with 27% reporting that most days they are so stressed they cannot function… A majority of adults cited inflation (83%), violence and crime (75%), the current political climate (66%), and the racial climate (62%) as significant sources of stress.” That's a lot of chip happening! Then there's your personal career, business, health, and relationships. If 2022 feels like one long hot minute, you're not alone!And I'm right there with ya! That's why on today's podcast I want to share from my own life an approach to looking at your year and how the power of being thankful can be an elixir to so much stress. In this episode we talk about:A practice for being grateful this holiday seasonHighlight your top wins of 2022How to redirect thoughts into pure positivityNail colors that are perfect for the holidaysHere's a glance:[4:15] Mary's nail color persona is the Amazing Adventurer and her go-to favorite color is red.[6:38] During a retreat, Mary challenged gal pals to reflect on their 2022 top three wins, insights, and things they are grateful for.[11:47] Mary shares her top three wins from 2022.[16:02] Mary shares the insights she's extracted from her top wins of 2022.[21:04] A practice for getting unstuck or out of a funk.[23:39] Tips for how you can do your part and then let God do the amazing.[30:03] After realizing your wins it is easy to see what you are grateful for.[34:20] In the Flip the Chip segment, Mary highlights a quick practice to help everyone to redirect and reframe thoughts into positivity and light.Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts —“Mary and the Live Like Your Nail Color podcast is inspiring and fun!”

Right now, you might be going through a tough time. Maybe it's your health, your job, your relationships, your finances, your … fill-in-the-blank. My hope is that today's episode will deeply encourage you not to give up. Keep chipping away at finding a way through to a better situation. It's possible, even if there are moments that don't feel that way. The key is persistence.Today's gal pal knows that persistence pays off. These days Dominique Frataccia, also known as Mamma Frat, is a thriving nutritional practitioner and health coach who specializes in autoimmune diseases, gut health, and Type 2 diabetes. What makes her coaching so powerful is that she knows to her core that healing is possible, but not always easy. You will understand why when she shares her own story of not giving up to recover her health.In this episode we talk about:Overcoming fearThe power of acceptanceThe five stages of griefWhy dwelling in our past hinders usPersistence and how to be okay with just one step at a timeHere's a glance:[3:53] Throughout her life, the multi-faceted Dominique has been a Naked Nelly, Practical Princess, Solid Sister, and says she is always ready to be an Amazing Adventurer![10:44] On her way to a better life, Dominique's son deployed to Afghanistan, she received a harrowing diagnosis, and then the pain began. [19:18] Acceptance of what was happening to her, allowed Dominique to see the truth of her situation. [23:28] Mary shares the 5-stages of grief.[27:04] Dominique shares how she began her healing process and kept her mind healthy in the face of trauma.[34:01] Perisistance and the mantra, one right thing a day was Dominique's secret weapon in overcoming her challenges.[41:39] What's next is the color Dominique would create to help others put one step in front of the other toward attaining their goals.[44:48] In the Flip the Chip segment, Mary highlights Dominique's Five Steps to go from a doctor's wheelchair diagnosis to her healthy destiny.Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts —“Mary and the Live Like Your Nail Color podcast is inspiring and fun!”

Do you have an incessant urge to become more of who you truly are? To start a new chapter of life? Are you getting a quiet nudge to fulfill a dream? If so, then you are going to love today's episode where you can start to envision your new you, your extraordinary life - and the path it takes to get there.Today's gal pal, Linda Hogan is the author of Envision Your Extraordinary Life: Living Happy, Joyous and Free. She has trained at Fortune 100 companies in the US and Europe and has coached individuals to create and implement a compelling vision for success. She enjoys traveling in search of scenic beauty, laughing with her two daughters, drinking fabulously strong coffee, and enjoying all extraordinary meals with her chef/husband Bill.In this episode we talk about:Envisioning a life full of joy and wonderCommon speed bumps to living an extraordinary lifeA step-by-step, how-to guide for envisioning an extraordinary lifeEmpowering ourselves to do moreHere's a glance:[3:24] As a Naked Nelly and nude color lover, Linda is an authentic person who is not afraid to ask for support.[6:25] In her book, Envision Your Extraordinary Life, Linda urges people to live a life of joy and wonder.[11:40] Linda shares common speed bumps we face as adults that shadow our childhood dreams and tips for overcoming them.[17:52] Linda guides people on their journey from ordinary to extraordinary and it all starts with exploring your dreams and then writing them down.[23:59] The second step of an extraordinary journey is building a foundation, Linda shares an example.[28:17] The third step of an extraordinary journey is charting a course.[33:02] Embracing the journey is the next step to living a life of joy and wonder.[37:55] Linda has 21 guided imageries on her Envision Your Life YouTube channel. [40:57] Linda created Empowered Passion and The Ideal You nail colors to remind and inspire us to live an extraordinary life.[43:22] In the Flip the Chip segment Mary highlights one of the speed bumps Linda shared.Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts —“Mary and the Live Like Your Nail Color podcast is inspiring and fun!”

When your nail color chips, it's a bummer, right? But did you ever consider that a chipped nail is also cheering you on to build your resilience by reminding you that with a touch-up or change-up you're good to go again? When chip happens in your career, business, or life, it's not that simple. But, there is a path to a comeback and becoming more resilient. Today's gal pal, Sharon Heno, knows all about this. We're about to find out why and what she's learned about staying resilient. Today's gal pal, Sharon Heno, is a licensed professional counselor and certified transformational coach. She refers to herself as The Comeback Kid because she's had a transformation or two. We find out today how she has overcome adversity and stepped into her divine.In this episode we talk about:Overcoming adversityStepping into your truth and rewriting it when necessaryIdentifying what is holding you backTools to build resilienceReducing stress by journalingHere's a glance:[2:57] Sharon's black and nude combo nail color persona mirrors both her authenticity and her mysteriousness.[9:13] Sharon shares the multiple ways she has come back stronger after adversity in her life and why she calls herself The Comeback Kid.[13:19] After a birth control pill side effect left Sharon paralyzed, she was down but not out. She remained optimistic she would overcome it.[18:15] For Sharon, stepping into your divine means finding your truth and then rewriting it. [21:50] How to identify the imprints from the past that are holding us back.[25:16] Journal entries reflecting gratitude and blessings are surefire ways to build resilience. [32:54] Sharon's special message is that everyone has a purpose. If you haven't found it yet, go seek it out.[33:58] I Shine! would be the name of Sharon's nude with hints of gold nail color.[35:49] In the Flip the Chip segment Mary highlights Sharon's writing prompts and the power of daily journaling.Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts —“Mary and the Live Like Your Nail Color podcast is inspiring and fun!”

Are you feeling a little “meh” right now? Meaning, you are living day to day feeling mediocre, and not overly enthused about anything. Do you feel you are living below your potential and often feel like something is missing from your life? But, you can't put your finger on it. Today's gal pal, Kari Schwear, will help you put your finger on it, you know, your finger with nail color or perfectly naked.Kari got tired of lying to herself and became exhausted from the energy it took to put on the facade that her life was perfect. Because it wasn't. She got sick of living a double life. That's when she made the change and cracked the code that leads to joy, peace, balance, and everything else she had been searching for in life. Now, she helps hundreds of people like you do the same. In this episode we talk about:What Living in the Gray meansHow to change a belief to change a behaviorCreate new neural pathwaysThe life-changing SABER methodHere's a glance:[3:34] When it comes to making decisions and her nail color persona, Kari is a white-tipped, Practical Princess through and through.[7:03] Living in the gray is a concept Kari adopted to describe the dangerous space we are in when we are afraid to take a risk that could change our lives.[10:26] Behaviors are driven by the words we speak to ourselves.[18:42] Kari helps her clients gain clarity by helping them identify the behaviors they want to change and then creating power statements.[28:55] Changing neural pathways takes longer than 21-days.[32:07] Kari's SABER method stops inner conflict and the anxiety that goes with it.[45:06] Awwwmazing is a fiery Fuschia nail color Kari thinks would inspire every gal to get out of the gray.[46:56] In the Flip the Chip segment, Mary highlights Kari's SABER method.Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts —“Mary and the Live Like Your Nail Color podcast is inspiring and fun!”

How open are you to change? Whether your instinct is to embrace change or to run from it, your life doesn't get better by chance, it gets better by change. Is there a framework that is easy to remember and that allows us to move through change so it can be more exciting and less overwhelming? Today's gal pal, Karen McCullough, has a framework forged out of years of change and then put to the test during the pandemic party when her livelihood literally changed overnight. Karen McCullough is a nationally known keynote speaker and expert on change, generational opportunities, and workforce trends. I've seen her speak and what I love is that she's relevant, meaningful, and fun – my kinda gal! She makes you think, makes you laugh, and sparks a realistic path to positive change! Having been at this a while, I wanted to gain her insights into how we can choose to embrace change and the proactive steps we can take.In this episode we talk about:The 3 Stages of Change are Relate, Repeat, and Reframe.Why it is harder to ask for help in the new world of work.Dealing with change in a positive way.Why changing your nail color is a great first step to making other changes.Embody the change you want to make. Here's a glance:[3:23] Karen's go-to nail color is a strong pink top-to-bottom and her fitting nail color persona is the Amazing Adventurer![6:28] Karen explains why we all think change is good until it hits us, especially during a pandemic.[17:09] Karen defines the first stage of her 3 Stages of Change, Relate. [20:19] The second stage of Karen's 3 Stages of Change is Repeat. [22:36] The third stage of Karen's 3 Stages of Change is Reframe, she explains.[25:37] Is it easier or harder to ask others for help after the pandemic?[31:38] I explain how something as easy as changing your nail color can help with making change happen in other parts of our lives. [35:28] Bright Future is the name of Karen's inspirational nail color![37:12] In my Flip the Chip segment, I highlight Karen's 3 stages in the change process: Relate, Repeat, and Reframe.Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts —“Mary and the Live Like Your Nail Color podcast is inspiring and fun!”

Did you know that when you dare to try a wild nail color or cool design that you are embracing that life is an adventure? It's an easy, fun way to get outside our comfort zone and see that it's not as scary out there as we make it. What if you lived in that mindset zone all the time? What difference would that make to how you responded to everyday frustrations and challenges, let alone the big ones? Today's gal pal is here to share what it's like and the impact it's made on her life, relationships, and business.Kim Brundage is an award-winning branding photographer. She's photographed hundreds of entrepreneurs, leaders, and go-getters to take their headshots, website images, and social media posts to a whole new level. I know this personally because I've had several photoshoots with Kim and what she is able to capture always amazes me.  In this episode we talk about:Turning a journey into an adventure Simplifying your life to increase your joyFinding comfort in the unknown Relishing your time because it is limitedHere's a glance:[4:16] Kim is a Naked Nelly who is always aiming to for authenticity in how she shows up in the world. [7:24] The moment Kim decided it was time to change everything and pursue her RV adventure. [9:45] The biggest sacrifice Kim had to make in order to pursue her new dream. [16:14] Kim shares what she loves the most about RV life on the road. [20:07] How to simplify your stuff so you can experience more freedom. [26:16] RV living has had a very positive impact on Kim's brand. [31:13] The only difference between a journey and an adventure is your mindset. [34:50] Kim would create the ‘Relish Life' color to remind everyone that life is a great adventure. [36:39] In the Flip the Chip segment, Mary highlights the three mindset shifts Kim has made to embrace that life is an adventure. Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts —“Mary and the Live Like Your Nail Color podcast is inspiring and fun!”

Here's the truth. Life is hard. You may get severely ill, you might lose a job, a loved one deeply disappoints you, or something else that's difficult, even life-changing. Chuck Swindoll said, “We are all faced with a series of amazing opportunities brilliantly disguised as impossible situations.” I love how he flipped the chip on tough times. That's what my gal pal Mary Kay Campbell did. What was suddenly one of the biggest challenges of her life became the path to a huge breakthrough that she's naming and claiming for other women. And it's packed with a whole lotta heart and fun!Mary Kay is a storyteller - as a writer, speaker, and communications expert who specializes in helping healthcare, nonprofit, and tech organizations. She loves making complex topics understandable and approachable and then encourages others to take action. And in the midst of helping others, her own story had a big, unexpected plot twist that seemed like an impossible situation, but turned into something amazing that drives her to inspire others. In this episode we talk about:What we really lose when we're stressing outLiving your truth and letting your moxie showAccepting all of the parts of who you really are Learning to love yourselfThe key to overcoming the impossibleHere's a glance:[5:11] Mary Kay is a Solid Sister who is always open to connecting with others as the friend that other people can rely on. [10:30] Mary Kay used to be a big worrier, until a big shift inspired her to finally let go of the small stuff. [15:51] The moment that Mary Kay realized that something in her life had to change. [21:48] Queens of Moxie is all about being the strong, authentic woman you are — without suffering a traumatic event first. [22:51] Being true to yourself is the first step to becoming a Queen of Moxie. [26:50] Reflecting on— and owning— who you really are and what you want out of life. [33:51] The key to overcoming the impossible so you can let your moxie show. [42:07] Mary would create the ‘Thrive' bold, strong red nail color for Vickie to inspire everyone to put more moxie in their lives today.[45:45] In the Flip the Chip segment, Mary highlights the importance of resting in the pause. Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts —“Mary and the Live Like Your Nail Color podcast is inspiring and fun!”

Do you need to be right to be happy, but you aren't happy? Are there areas of your life that really bother you yet, you can't seem to get past them? Today's gal pal, Vickie Griffith says it's likely a story you started telling yourself long ago you may not be consciously aware of. It is based on an event that happened, but you added a lot of extra stuff about what it meant and have been proving it right ever since. It is an unconscious form of self-sabotage that's been a speed bump to your happiness. The good news is Vickie can help us identify those stories and then how to take the first, powerful step to turn it around.Vickie is internationally respected as the BreakThrough Catalyst who has helped thousands of individuals tap into their unique brilliance and highest potential in business and life. Her latest book is You Can Be Right About Everything and Still Have Nothing: How To Give Up The Need To Be Right And Get What You Want.In this episode we talk about:The four archetypes of self-sabotageLetting go of needing to be rightHow to know if you are stuckShifting your primary archetype of self-sabotageHow to get what you wantHere's a glance:[4:39] Vickie is a Naked Nelly who is willing to show her true, authentic self to the world all the time. [7:03] The title of Vickie's book, You Can Be Right About Everything and Still Have Nothing, was inspired by a friend who was willing to die to be right.[9:08] Very few women ask themselves the question — What do I want for myself?[12:58] How to know if you are stuck or adapting to a situation.[18:27] Identifying the four archetypes of self-sabotage to become more fulfilled. [27:54] How the four archetypes of self-sabotage tie into our need to be right and how to shift them. [35:35] Awareness and appreciation of your primary archetype are fast tracks to transforming it.[41:05] Mary would create the ‘Not Right Now' ocean blue nail color for Vickie to inspire everyone to let go of being right. [44:32] In the Flip the Chip segment, Mary highlights Vickie's four archetypes of self-sabotage. Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts —“Mary and the Live Like Your Nail Color podcast is inspiring and fun!”

What nail color are you wearing right now? I'm asking because with so many things swirling in our world, it's easy to feel thrown off, unsteady, and confused. It's easy to forget who you really are and how you want to grow. Something as simple as your nail color is ready to help you remember who you are, want you want, and cheer you on. And I have some smile-inducing nail color stories from real women to prove it! In this episode, Mary shares three of her favorite nail color stories. Last week in episode 20, she gushed over the amazing storytelling of her gal pal Jill Baughan. You can hear for yourself by listening to her podcast “Find Joy…No Matter What!” Jill reminded Mary that over the years women have shared fun, unexpected, and inspiring nail color stories that truly made a difference in their lives. She encourages all of us to create similar stories of our own to cheer us on.In this episode we talk about:The history of nail color throughout the agesUsing our nail color to remind us of our strengthsTaking time to evaluate where we are and where we want to beHere's a glance:[2:29] Mary shares the history of nail polish including how it separated classes in ancient Egypt and was modeled after car paint in the US.[4:30] The French Manicure is a classy accessory that goes with any outfit, just ask Alice.[6:04] A True Aboriginal is the nail color that perfectly fits Joanne's current lifestyle.[8:09] Deborah was interviewing for a new job and a friend's Tutti Frutti nail color gave her the power to be her true, confident self.[9:59] Julene took some time to evaluate her True to Be You nail color when her life filled like a swirl. [14:08] In the Flip the Chip segment, Mary reminds us to put on some fresh nail color, give it a name that inspires us, and every time we look at it let it remind us to remember our strengths.Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts —“Mary and the Live Like Your Nail Color podcast is inspiring and fun!”

Are you in a crisis right now? Are you finding it hard to find joy in the middle of hard places? As today's gal pal, Jill Baughan, says “Your life may be far from perfect. Your joy may seem like it's gone underground. If so, it's high time for a resurrection.” That resurrection can start for a few minutes each week by listening to her oh-so delightful, entertaining, and encouraging podcast called “Find Joy…No Matter What!” She describes it as doing joy shots with a friend. I was captivated from my first listen, and I have been doing shots ever since.In each episode, Jill shares a story – one that just might inspire a way to uncover some joy you might be looking for. Then, she inspires you to consider how it might speak to your own life. And before you know it, you're feeling a little lighter and a little more hopeful, whether in the middle of a hard place or just frustrated because suddenly your computer update has started, and you can't stop it. Let's get talking with Jill.In this episode we talk about:How to identify joy6 questions to ask yourself as joy remindersHow dark times can help illuminate joyThe importance of storytelling Here's a glance:[3:08] Jill identifies as a Naked Nelly (her piano player teacher would be proud) but orange is her go-to color for everything else in her life.[5:43] Jill created her Find Joy No Matter What podcast to impact people positively through storytelling.[8:18] There are ways to find joy even in the darkest of times, Jill shares stories on how others did it on her podcast. [14:19] 6 questions to ask yourself to remind yourself of the joy in your life.[20:12] Jill took advice from Elizabeth Gilbert to ignite her creativity.[32:48] If Jill picked a polish on purpose she would choose Find Joy No Matter What.[35:11] Jill shares how to send a joybox to make somebody's day.[38:30] In the Flip the Chip segment, Mary highlights the 6 questions Jill created to remind you of the joy in your life.Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts —“Mary and the Live Like Your Nail Color podcast is inspiring and fun!”

Do you have a dream or desire to do something new? Something that keeps tugging at you, that keeps calling your name, that stirs your excitement just thinking about it? Maybe, it's something big like a new career or business direction, or an exotic travel adventure. Or perhaps, it's something a little less intense like learning to knit or taking glass-blowing classes. But you haven't yet. You hesitate, you tell yourself there are so many reasons you can't or why now is not a good time, and you shove the idea to the back of the line.Twenty-eight years ago, today's gal pal, Leslie Kane, left her corporate career to build her own full-time business as an independent Sales Director with Mary Kay. She's been driving a pink Cadillac or Mary Kay car pretty much ever since. When the pandemic party started, her business had to change — and so did she. That is when she felt the nudge to do something new. Without any media background but with a whole lotta heart, she launched a new podcast named Why Not Today? Today, we're about to find out why!In this episode we talk about:Starting a movementChanging a career directionQuickly moving through negative emotionsTake action on your dreams, today! Here's a glance:[4:12] Leslie teeters between a Solid Sister and a bold Amazing Adventurer and her go-to pink reveals the inspiration behind her career success.  [7:11] Leslie describes the opportunities the pandemic presented to restructure her business.[11:28] Creating the Why Not Today? podcast was inspired, in part, to honor Leslie's father. [16:45] Many of Leslie's podcast guests have transformed their lives by leaving traditional jobs to become entrepreneurs.[22:01] How Leslie defines courage.[25:20] When chip happens, Leslie quickly flows through the emotional cycle then pivots, prays, and lets it be. [30:50] Why Not Today? is a movement that will grow to be as big as her father's legacy.[34:17] Leslie would brand a teal and pink as her Why Not Today? logo in a nail color. [38:13] In the flip the chip segment, Mary highlights the emotional cycle Leslie talked of and how to take action to help you bounce back quickly.Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts —“Mary and the Live Like Your Nail Color podcast is inspiring and fun!”

Feeling a little lackluster right now? Maybe it's not just that your fingers or toes need some new polish. Maybe it's you, too! Then you're in the right place because my gal pal today has a practical approach to getting your shine back. We're not just talking about feeling re-energized, we're also talking about releasing your talent like a light to illuminate the dark places where your brilliance is desperately needed – in your career, business, community, or wherever you want to shine.My gal pal, Nicole Greer, is the principal coach and CEO of Vibrant Coaching, which is the perfect name because as you will soon find out, she's definitely no wallflower. As a speaker, trainer, facilitator, and coach, she inspires individuals, businesses, government, and those in non-profits to become the people and organizations they were created to be. She's known for her “edge”, in a good way, because she holds her clients in high esteem and strongly encourages commitment from them as she makes them ask themselves hard questions that inevitably lead to growth. Sounds like a setup to flip the chip!In this episode we talk about:3 Questions to ask yourself every morningThe 49 Commendable Traits processWho really does the work in coaching6 Energies we all embodyHow to get back your SHINEHere's a glance:[3:14] Nicole is a Practical (and predictable) Princess whose nine white tips help hide a hustle injury.[8:41] Sparking clarity in others is just one of Nicole's many gifts that shine as much as her new french manicure.[10:08] A vibrant life is important because we only get one shot at fulfilling our mission in this life.[12:59] Nicole's 3-questions to ask yourself every day offer a glimpse into the silver linings that always exist but are not often appreciated.[21:28] Nicole shares what inspired her to create the SHINE method and it helps her help clients.[28:26] How the SHINE model and the 49 commendable traits process transform people's lives.[35:05] One must feed energy into itself to get energy out of itself, Nicole shares the six energies we all embody.[45:42] What people like the most about the SHINE model.[48:42] Nicole creates ‘Vibrant' as her go-to confetti-reminiscent nail color.[52:06] In the Flip the Chip segment, Mary highlights how Nicole's SHINE approach brightens up any day. Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts —“Mary and the Live Like Your Nail Color podcast is inspiring and fun!”

What's your story for 2022? It has been said that you are the story you tell yourself about yourself, whether that story is about the past, present, or future. That's why the famous statement by Henry Ford rings true. He said, “Whether you think you can or, you think you can't – you're right.” So, what is the story you want to be true about the rest of your year or life?Today's gal pals are Yolanda Gray and Ellen McIlhenny. Yolanda is an author, speaker, and certified holistic faith-based life coach for Christian women. She's all about women taking back their life and overcoming obstacles. Ellen McIlhenny is the owner and CEO of CFO Plus Services. She and her team work with business owners as a fractional CFO, bookkeeping services, and trusted advisor to increase business value and maximize earnings. In today's episode, Mary shares her pre-scribed 2-minute story format with Yolanda and Ellen and we all share in the amazing results!In this episode we talk about:Getting clear about what you want to accomplishHow the 2-Minute Story template can re-energize youHow managing a single day can change your futureThe art of consciously crafting your futureHere's a glance:[3:05] Mary shares how examining the story we tell ourselves can turn into a consciously crafted and more productive future.[5:49] Yolanda is a spirited Glitter Gal and Ellen is an understated Naked Nelly.[9:28] Walking into the retreat, 2022 had already been a challenging year for Ellen and Yolanda. [12:08] The 2-Minute Story is a fill-in-the-blanks template that works as a practical tool that helps us get unstuck. [19:25] Ellen shares her 2-Minute Story which includes overcoming uncertainty and starting a new podcast in the fall of 2022. [25:18] Yolanda was inspired, yet tired, at the beginning of 2022. Her 2-Minute story revealed she was more productive when she focused on one thing at a time. [31:26] Yolanda and Ellen realized the power of the 2-Minute Story exercise when they experienced renewed focus and clarity.[34:39] The 2-Minute Story template also includes a formula for making dreams and goals a reality.[38:35] Ellen shares how her spirit was rejuvenated to level 10 after completing her 2-Minute Story template. [42:17] Yolanda left the retreat at a level 10 and was ready to meet her 2022 goals.[45:40] In the Flip the Chip segment, Mary shares how we all can get more clarity and change our future by accessing the 2-Minute Story template. Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts —“Mary and the Live Like Your Nail Color podcast is inspiring and fun!”

Are you currently a caregiver for an aging parent or loved one? If so, you will especially appreciate today's episode. If not, there's something here for you, too. Because even though today's gal pal has an amazing story about caring for her Mom at the end of her life, it's what she did with that story, that chip happening kind of experience, that's so inspiring. And when you hear a story like this with heart and humor, somehow it stirs our spirit with hope that no matter what you're going through right now, there can be a beautiful flip side in the future. Today's gal pal, Breeda Miller has one of those stories. Breeda is an author, speaker, storyteller, and accidental caregiver. She had no training as a caregiver and no medical background. She didn't know what she didn't know. What she did know is that she loved her mom, who could no longer live on her own. So, her Mom moved in with Breeda's family and for nearly 8 years they cared for her. It was good until it wasn't. The experience led her to write several books and speak on strategies for caregivers and for preventing burnout. And then something more, something unexpected happened. She created a one-woman show called Mrs. Kelly's Journey Home, which premiered in October 2021. Audiences laughed, shed a few tears, and gave standing ovations. Because it's about the amazing human spirit of an ordinary person with an extraordinary outlook on life.In this episode we talk about:What to do if you knew you couldn't failThe power of storyHow to perform a one-woman showThe importance of self-care when you are a caregiverHere's a glance:[4:26] Breeda embraces her Solid Sister nail color persona whole-heartedly and her go-to fav is a bold, not overwhelming medium pink.[7:48] After the pandemic, Breeda asked herself what she would do if she knew she couldn't fail and it led her to pen her play with no regrets.[9:31] Breeda shares the details of her life before embarking on the creative journey of writing and performing Mrs. Kelly Journey Home.[19:37] Breeda describes the downsides of vanity projects.[20:24] Family members, friends, and others from all backgrounds have lauded Breeda for the authenticity of her one-woman show.[26:56] Breeda describes what it takes to perform Mrs. Kelly's Journey Home with four different characters without any costume or set changes. [38:15] Breeda's lessons on caregiving include giving yourself compassion when it comes to guilt and that it is okay to take a break.[43:17] Breeda wrote her book, Take a Break Before You Break, for anyone who cares for anyone else.[49:15] To inspire caregivers to take a break, Breeda would create the nail color, Cuppa Tea. [54:49] In the Flip the Chip segment Mary highlights the powerful question Breeda asked herself.Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts —“Mary and the Live Like Your Nail Color podcast is inspiring and fun!”

Consider what life would feel like if you became more failure resilient. What might that do for relationships, businesses, careers, or yourself? If you knew how to flip the chip of failure, what would you go after right now? What new experience or adventure would you pursue? Give that some real thought because today's gal pal is going to share a practical approach to failure that you've never heard of – until now!Today's gal pal is Sarah McVanel, founder of Greatness Magnified where she invigorates individuals, teams, and companies to see themselves and others as exceptional so that, together, they can create a scrumptious, thriving culture where everyone belongs. She is a recognition expert, professional speaker, coach, recovering perfectionist, movement maker, and author of several books including Flip Side of Failing: How unconditional recognition ignites resilience, relationships, and retention. If that isn't a great example of flipping the chip, I don't know what is!In this episode we talk about:Why we resist failureHow to reframe, redefine, and flip failureThe importance of unconditional self-recognitionHere's a glance:[5:40] Identifying as a Naked Nelly is perfectly in tune with Sarah's ability to be her authentic self and show it to the world.[10:10] Sarah describes her FROG philosophy.[12:22] Why do we resist failure?[15:56] How to reframe, redefine, and flip failure to create your best life.[20:03] Mary shares why it is important to at least try. [28:57] Take pleasure in the ‘What ifs?' and give yourself permission to fail.[36:52] Unconditional recognition is when we don't need an external lens to determine what success looks like.[41:22] If Sarah created nail color names, women everywhere could adorn their nails with Failure Goddess.[44:13] In the Flip the Chip segment, Mary utilizes the TRY formula to encapsulate Sarah's flip side of failing principles. Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts —“Mary and the Live Like Your Nail Color podcast is inspiring and fun!”

Did you get a good night's sleep last night? 46% of women say they have a problem sleeping almost every night. 70 million people suffer from sleep disorders in America. Women are more prone to a bad night's sleep or insomnia than men. And, let's face it, these last few years with so much happening in and around our lives, there's a lot to lose sleep over. But there is good news. There are ways you can proactively get a good night's sleep and be your best self, live your best life, and not let the chips keep you down. Today's gal pal knows all about this and is going to show us how.Today's gal pal is Morgan Adams. Her clients call her their “Sleep Soulmate.” She's a holistic sleep coach for women. She used to be a sleeping pill popper until she got a wake-up call it was time to change.Now, she's got sleep down to a science — and as a Certified Sleep Coach, she works with women everywhere to “makeover” their sleep protocols so they can fall asleep faster, stay asleep longer, and wake up feeling awake and refreshed.In this episode we talk about:Why women are more likely to have sleeping problemsThe long-term health consequences of sleeping pillsHow wearing a ring can help to monitor sleep patterns Here's a glance:[5:53] Steady and reliable accurately describes Solid Sister Morgan. [7:29] A personal crisis led Morgan to use sleeping pills until a revelation enlightened her to become a sleep coach for women. [12:15] An Oura Ring is a sleep tracking device Morgan uses to track her sleep patterns. [15:05] Morgan describes the differences between being sedated with sleeping pills and a good night's sleep.[21:16] Reasons why women struggle so much with feeling rested after sleeping.[24:44] Morgan shares the clinical definition of a good night's sleep.[29:12] Sleep deprivation has many more side effects than simply being tired.[36:39] Practical tips for how to fall asleep faster, stay asleep longer, and feel more rested.[45:05] Using stimulating technology or screens with blue-light before bed can disrupt sleep. [49:14] Morgan offers words of encouragement for women who are sleep deprived.[51:50] Calm, neutral, and soothing are all attributes of Morgan's sheer pink ‘Sleeping Beauty' nail color. [54:20] In the Flip the Chip segment, Mary summarizes the five tips that will help you get a good night's sleep.  Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts —“Mary and the Live Like Your Nail Color podcast is inspiring and fun!”

It's inevitable, chip happens on your nails and in your life. When chip happens, it's easy to dwell on what happened and feel down. If you've listened to this podcast for at least a few episodes you know I keep encouraging you to try a new color to cheer you on because it's a simple way to shift your energy and redirect your thinking – when chip happens or when you want to create something new in your life. But it's not about slapping on a new color. It's about knowing the deeper meaning of each step in the process of taking off old polish and putting on a new color. That's where the magic happens. In today's episode, it's just you and me because I want to share with you these 4 steps. They don't take any longer than you currently spend putting on a new nail color, whether you do it yourself or you go to a salon. But I guarantee these steps will uncover why the power to change your world is at the tips of your finger and toes. In this episode we talk about:Giving yourself permission to make mistakesHow to move forward with small, controllable stepsLeveraging your power of choiceBeing grateful every dayHere's a glance:[2:36] Step 1: Get Naked — Make mistakes you can capitalize on and when chip happens, tap into your strengths.[9:06] Step 2: Protect Yourself —To flip the chip, start with one thing you want that is within your control.[17:07] Step 3: Pick a Polish on Purpose — Mary offers two ways to leverage your power of choice and change your life. [26:22] Step 4: Top it Off — To smooth over the chips in your life, ask yourself what you are grateful for.[33:11] In Mary's Flip the Chip segment, she highlights two stories of women who are living like their nail color. Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts —“Mary and the Live Like Your Nail Color podcast is inspiring and fun!”

What makes a strong woman strong? I love listening to women's stories about their lives to find the jewels to answer that question. And you know one thing I hear again and again? It's that no matter how strong these women seem today, they all, I mean ALL, went through a really tough time. But they didn't stay stuck in that tough time. At some point, they had an ah-ha that whatever they were doing wasn't working. They realized what they truly valued and who they really were. And as they changed course, they had to put up a figurative fence around areas of their lives to operate differently. Those fences are healthy boundaries and there's no way to live like your nail color without them.During today's episode, I talk with one of these strong women, my gal pal Jennifer Foxworthy. Jennifer had a 21-year Naval career flying combat missions in three wars and busting through military stereotypes. All pretty heroic stuff. But she was losing the battle of having fulfilled her personal life until one moment when it all came to a head, and she had a breakthrough. Though you may never fly a helicopter or be part of a military operation, what Jennifer began to understand and implement will help you set up your life to soar. I can't wait for you to meet her!In this episode we talk about:Becoming aware of your thoughts, feelings, and behaviorsThe seven dimensions of wellnessSelf-care helps to strengthen healthy boundariesLet your nail color cheer you onHere's a glance:[6:08] As a self-proclaimed super extrovert, Jennifer says the Glitter Gal persona nails her and her money-green color choice.[7:27] In the Navy, Jennifer was required to wear a color that complimented her skin tone.[10:24] Jennifer shares the stories of the domestic violence she braved in her book, Tomorrow My Sunshine Will Come, and how the journey led her to create strong emotional boundaries.[23:03] Jennifer defines boundaries using the seven dimensions of wellness and shares examples of how to maintain safe boundaries using her F.I.T. concept. [30:30] You are the common denominator in every relationship of your life. [33:14] How self-care relates to healthy boundaries.[40:31] Jennifer would create the Audacious Aqua nail color to remind her of the emotional healing offered by water.[43:08] In the Flip the Chip segment, Mary highlights Jennifer's seven dimensions of wellness and how to use them as a wellness assessment tool.Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts —“Mary and the Live Like Your Nail Color podcast is inspiring and fun!”

Do you find it too easy to say YES to an invitation to an event, or a request to help, or someone who says they desperately need to talk with you? Maybe because you never want to let anyone down yet, you feel overwhelmed, overbooked, and downright pooped? Today, we explore the YES or NO of everyday decisions that massively impact our lives, though we don't often notice. The perfect gal pal to work through this is Crystel Smith, author of The Power of “No!” for Women: When to Say It, How to Say It, and What to Do When You Hear It. Crystel is a powerhouse personally and professionally. Everyone knows when she walks into a room because she is dynamic. She considers herself very blessed to have a 20+ year career of training, leading, inspiring, and propelling over 5,000 people in her role as a high-performance business coach, national speaker, and best-selling author.In this episode we talk about:How to prioritize what is importantTools that help women say NO! The life-changing mindset shift that gives us back our powerThe power of saying YES!Here's a glance:[5:20] As a no-fuss girl, Crystel says Practical Princess nailed her exactly, and her go-to gray reveals how she pulls people together much like a quiet storm.[9:06] Crystel describes the timeless events that led to her writing, The Power of “No!” for Women: When to Say It, How to Say It, and What to Do When You Hear It.[17:43] Every time we say yes we are also saying no to something else.[24:24] The three lies women tell themselves and the type of lies we tell.[34:39] Mary paints a picture of what the letters NO represent. [36:55] Crystel shares a tool that helps us say ‘No' and how to prioritize what is important to us.[45:19] We don't have to explain ourselves to other people. [49:44] Crystel's nail color that inspires women to say NO! more often is YES! YES! [52:33] In the Flip the Chip segment, Mary highlights the power of YES, the mindset shift that will change your life.Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts —“Mary and the Live Like Your Nail Color podcast is inspiring and fun!”

Have you made a big decision in your career, business, or life in the last two years? Are you about to make another one? What if an important decision is about to arrive at your doorstep? Dang, this pandemic party has made good decision-making an essential life skill. Simply making a nail color decision when you see a color wall of options sharpens your decision-making skills and provides us the practice we need for crossroads decisions. In today's episode, I talk with my gal pal Nakita Rowell-Stevens who wrote a clever and entertaining way to heighten awareness of your decision-making and what to do if you make a decision you're not thrilled with. She literally wrote the book on it called The Decision. But, it's not the how-to book you might be thinking of. It's fiction and has more than one ending! Nakita started writing short stories when she was 13 years old and hasn't stopped. Through a series of her own decisions and adventures, she started her business Word Stylist where she helps clients with blogging, social media marketing content, web copy, email marketing, and book writing. Plus, she keeps writing fictional stories that inspire her heart. In this episode we talk about:Having the courage to make decisions in the face of fear.Failure as a catalyst for growth.How to make decisions to make the career, life, and business you want.Here's a glance:[4:43] Nakita was surprised about the classy and sophisticated Practical Princess persona but after some thought, she agreed that it and chatty pink were the perfect persona matches. [8:37] In her book, The Decision, Nakita tells the story in a way that the reader makes their own decisions throughout the book. [14:33] The crossroads decision Nakita's book, The Decision, revolves around following your heart or continuing to follow the expectations of others. [20:27] Nakita's advice for women in the midst of the decision-making process, don't let fear freeze you. [26:56] When making decisions, we must leverage our power of choice and make decisions for ourselves, not for other people.[32:36] Failures are the building blocks of success.[34:53] The pandemic brought Nakita some of the biggest transitions in her life.[40:00] Nakita chose Instinct as the name for her nail color because we have a gut feeling every time we make a choice.[43:29] In the Flip the Chip segment, Mary highlights Nakita's advice for making decisions in this brave new world. Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts —“Mary and the Live Like Your Nail Color podcast is inspiring and fun!”

When you think of joy, what comes to mind? Anything in the last two years? You might be thinking, joy, how about oh boy instead! Today's gal pal Yolanda started the pandemic party like the rest of us feeling “oh boy, this stinks, this is hard” and through her own circumstances and journey, she learned to find a new level of joy. If that is not living like your nail color, I don't know what is! Listen in to be encouraged and inspired. Yolanda Gray is a certified holistic life coach with a Bachelor of Science in human development and a Master of Arts in human relations. For over twenty years, she has been facilitating workshops, leading retreats, speaking at events, and coaching women in the areas of personal and spiritual growth and alcohol recovery. Through it all, she inspires us to take back our lives from chaos, anxiety, stress, and more. In this episode we talk about:How to create more moments of joy for ourselves and others.Four tips to flip moments of sadness, loneliness, or malaise into moments of joy.Here's a glance:[4:22] Being chatty, friendly, and fun fits right into Yolanda's glitter gal persona and favorite go-to color, pink.[7:59] Yolanda believes joy is a multi-faceted statement deep in our hearts and spirit.[11:47] How to maintain joy during difficult times, such as a pandemic.[15:00] Yolanda says that joy is found in community, not in solitude, and stresses the importance of living in gratitude.[21:20] Why do joyful people sometimes irritate us?[25:26] Yolanda recommends the book Life is Messy for practical ideas that create moments of joy.[31:21] More tips on how to create, find, chase, and live in joy. [36:22] To those who don't believe they deserve joy, Yolanda says it is all about choices.[41:52] In the Pink is the perfect description of how Yolanda views joy and the name she created for her nail polish color.[43:13] How to reach out to Yolanda and join her Facebook group.[44:36] In the Flip the Chip segment Mary shares how she cherishes the ordinary and encourages us to do the same! Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts —“Mary and the Live Like Your Nail Color podcast is inspiring and fun!”

Have the recent storms of life dredged up old ways of thinking or behaviors that no longer work for you? Imagine living and leading a life by design, rather than default. Wouldn't that feel awesome? Today's gal pal, Jennifer Ledet believes we all have too much opportunity to not go for it. Starting with a few powerful choices, we can live more intentionally and fulfilled. Of course, we still have to go through the messy middle from where we are now to where we want to be. So during today's conversation, Jen shares some of her ideas for managing the messy middle to live life by design.  Jen's career as Human Resources Director, consultant, speaker, and coach has a recurring theme of helping people to be more effective and authentic in their leadership roles. However, she admits for years she struggled to allow her own authenticity to emerge. She felt like she needed to model her style after others, mask her Cajun accent, and suppress her sassy sense of humor. These days, Jen leans into her authentic self to contribute her highest value to her clients. Her programs focus on mastering communication, inspiring real teamwork, and amping individual influence to impact the bottom line. She's the author of Lead, Follow, or Pass Me the Hot Sauce, and creator of the Women's Leadership Collective.In this episode we talk about:How to flip a challenge into something constructiveBeing courageous and be curiousWhere to find supportHow to change your life by making better choicesHere's a glance:[5:50] Jen is an Amazing Adventurer who uses her nail color, especially pinks and purples, to uplift her mood.[9:52] Reflecting on a boat dredged up by a storm, Jen makes an analogy of how many women are ready to transform their lives after COVID.[14:03] During the pandemic lockdown, Jen was faced with a decision about how she could continue to serve her clients.[22:12] Jen offers tips for managing the messy middle of a transformation.[28:18] How asking the MOLO question can lead to making better choices.[29:09] Leading with grace takes courage during even the biggest storms.[38:37] When the chips are down, we can find strength and support in people we love and care about.[45:07] How to connect with Jennifer and possibly sample her Live by Design nail color![49:52] Mary Flips the Chip with wise words of inspiration to lift us out of the messy middle and prepare us to live life by design.Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts —“Mary and the Live Like Your Nail Color podcast is inspiring and fun!”

My gals pals who helped me kick off the podcast with the first three episodes are turning the mic on me. They have known me and my journey to launch this podcast for several years now. And they wanted to interview ME about how it happened and why I'm doing this thing about nail color when I'm a tomboy at heart and have an engineering degree. I agreed and here we are. I'm not even sure all they are going to ask me, so it's a good thing I've got naked nails today and am just baring it all by being my authentic self. But, hey, I trust these gals and know we're gonna have fun.In episode one, I talked with Kim Eley, founder, and CEO of KWE Publishing. She is a publisher and book writing coach who specializes in personal development books with practical takeaways where people share their real-life stories and thoughtful children's books. In episode two, gal pal Shannon Loy, the owner of The Social Ginger joined me. They specialize in strategic social media management and consulting for service-driven brands. In episode three, I spoke with Dr. Amber Tichenor Female Rivalry coach for high-performing businesswomen and the author of Behind Frenemy Lines: Rising Above Female Rivalry to Be Unstoppable Together.In this episode we talk about:The inspiration behind this podcastAttributes of each nail color persona Embrace change like a fresh coat of polishLet action lead the way through the chipsHow to embrace fear and make it an allyHere's a glance:[4:43] As an Amazing Adventurer, Mary prefers Cherry Red because it relays her non-stop supply of energy and power. [9:21] Mary describes all the nail color personas and the attributes of the ladies who embody them.[15:17] Mary created the Live Like Your Nail Color podcast to give listeners a place to go for positivity to spur clarity for better decision-making.[20:45] Mary shares research data about the percentage of women who wear nail color on their fingers and/or toes and why they do it.[30:23] When chip happened during the pandemic, Mary realized women entrepreneurs needed her more than ever.[41:19] On a personal level, Mary is beginning a chapter of her life she will never regret.  [43:08] To Flip the Chip, Mary asks Kim, Shannon, and Amber what simple advice they can bestow to all the gal pals listening.Rate, Review, & Follow on Apple Podcasts —“Mary and the Live Like Your Nail Color podcast is inspiring and fun!”