Marlo's Conversations with Friends: Topics Around WELL-Being

Happy Spring Everyone! .. It's been some time again since my last banter. I decided that Spring, in particular Earth Month and Community Gardens, would be a good place to pick up where I left off. I have been an avid gardener, both containers and ground, for almost three decades and have always been a big fan of people who grow their own food which my home conditions are not conducive for. .. My friend Annemarie Sampson, from Mission Driven Wellness and a passionate environmentalist, is having this conversation with me to help share how important Community Gardens are the far-reaching benefits that have lasting impact. .. I ask you to take some time out of your life, make some space and listen to this conversation. Then find some space, find some people, find some resources to start connecting with Mother Earth, your community and bringing a healing space to everyone. .. Thank you for listening and supporting my work. Be Well, Marlo

I think many of us feel like the world is on repeat of our space at this same time last year. In some ways, yes, it is. In many other ways, it doesn't have to be. We can, as a lot of us do in January, sit down and think about what we want to focus on this year – resolutions, goals, checklist or intentions. I prefer to use the latter word as they are more flexible, a bit expansive and you release them or surrender them over to the Universe to take over. Though that doesn't mean that you just do nothing. You still need to do the work. Reclamation of Oneself, my theme for this conversation is with two of my dearest friends I invited back, Mariam Hannon and Lindsay Styck. We talk and laugh about how to take back - reclaim - yourself and really take a look at where you want to expand in this new year. It's about creating a path and the steps that meet your needs, desires and dreams, not anyone else's. This banter is about what questions to ask yourself, what steps to take and how to move forward with these intentions as your guide this year, and how to be kinder to yourself through the whole process. I ask you to take some time out of your life, make some space and listen to this conversation. Then continue in that space and map out your intentions for the journey ahead. It's the one of the kindest things you can for yourself – Reclamation of Oneself. Thank you for listening and supporting my work. Be Well, Marlo

Well, it's that time of year when the whole world starts talking about Gratitude and what it means because it's Thanksgiving this week. I am doing a little bit of the same but please know that I talk about Gratitude ALL year long and I specifically talk about Micro Gratitude, which I don't hear many people really speak to. I decided to do this conversation by myself, as Micro Gratitude is what I have been practicing my whole adult life. This episode is short and straight to the point and insight into how I live it. Micro Gratitude is a daily practice that happens in so many moments all day long when you allow yourself to get present and really BE IN your life. Yes, it is truly life changing when you allow it to be. I know it's changed mine. Look, I know everyone's always busy and now you're even busier as we all start the process of wrapping up the year during these upcoming holidays and try to squeeze in seeing all your loved ones too. I get it. Me too. Here's what I can tell you. The sooner you start to try on this daily practice with a whole heart and present mind, the sooner your world will change to be more aligned with the presence of Abundance and Good. If you don't want any of that, that's ok. If you do, you got nothing to lose. I ask you to take some time out of your life this week, the week of Thanksgiving here in the U.S. or as I call it, Gratitude Day, and listen to this short banter I have on making your life full of more Good and sharing it with others. Thank you for listening and supporting my work. Be Well, Marlo

I am back talking about a topic that I am very passionate about for those who know me, and it is Water as WELL-Being and even more importantly, getting everyone on this planet access to clean Water. I am having this conversation with a good friend and peer in this arena, Stephanie Smith. She has been a most impressive champion of both national and global Water education for over 20yrs and we have a really great banter about all of the issues that surround this most precious natural resource that many people take for granted. Water is the second imperative for humans to survive, air being the first, and it is not something that many of the world are treating with respect. For many people who live in privileged countries/areas, water just flows out of our home tap without fail. It is a restorative resource – hydrating our organs and tissues, relaxing our muscles, cleaning our bodies. And for so many people in this world none of the above privileges are afforded, even those right here in the United States. I ask you to take some time out of your life, get present and listen with a whole heart and an open mind to another's perspective on how you can take a step each day to protect Water so that yours & all those around you have greater WELL-Being longevity. Thank you for listening and supporting my work. Be Well, Marlo

I am here with a topic that many people know quite well and that has become such a buzzword in many learning and practicing circles – Meditation. I felt so honored to have the conversation with a very dear friend of mine and longtime mentor and colleague, Helga Hefner. She is the only person that I could have this banter with as she is a lifelong practitioner of Meditation. What I wanted to focus on was removing some of stereotypes around it – whether that it's become very trendy and fashionable to meditate to how complicated some people and platforms make it. I wanted to talk about what it means to be in stillness versus using the word meditation, and how to bring it back to its simple roots for someone to try one. SO. Step out of the chaos of life again for an hour or so to learn, to grow, to hear another perspective, and take some time to get still and just listen. I am proud of any form of Meditation that you try on….even if it's one minute a day. Be Well, Marlo

I am here with a deep dive into a topic I have long been a promoter and cultivator of: Creativity. I don't only mean artistic creativity. I mean using creativity to solve problems, shape communication, approach new projects, and of course, use it for entertainment or artistic purposes. I wanted to discuss that being creative doesn't only mean to be an artist; for me, it means looking at a problem/challenge/your daily life differently, with fresh eyes and being insightful. I am having this conversation with a long-time friend of mine, Kathryn Deiss, who truly embraces creativity to the core of her being, exudes it to everyone who she has an experience with and is an expert on the subject both in her work and her other life roles. It is wonderful to be in her presence. We talk about the stereotypes of creativity in society and how that can stifle a person as well as understanding how to tap into your own source of creativity to help you better communicate and problem solve along with instilling a fresh new approach to all that you do each day. SO. Step out of the chaos of life again for an hour or so to learn, to grow, to hear another perspective, and in the words of author Elizabeth Gilbert's approach to creativity, “constantly choose courage over fear.” I am proud of your courageous steps toward trying any form of creativity on. Be Well, Marlo

I am back with a lighthearted banter with my friend and restaurant owner, Heather Behm, around Food Pt. 2. I wanted to have a conversation around meal preparation for the day/week, food and flavor combinations, understanding spices and overall making the approach to cooking and preparing food easier and fun. I want people to let go of their fears around cooking the absolute right or best tasting meal and explore new flavors as well as learn to try and try again because it only gets better the more you keep at it. We have a good laugh as we always do because Heather has the best sense of humor and we even talk about dessert which I thought we would agree on. You'll have to listen to find out how that part of the chat went. SO. Step out of the chaos of life again for an hour or so to learn, to grow, to hear another perspective, and to take a new approach to food. Make it fun, easy and do some exploring by opening up your paradigms around food and cooking. I am grateful for all that you do. Be Well, Marlo

As you head into warmer weather in the northern hemisphere of the world, introducing more movement, particularly outside, becomes the norm for everyone. I decided to have one episode of the podcast dedicated to a few types of movement that I feel anyone can and probably already has tried on. I have a banter with three of my friends, Michelle Bobier, Peter Norman and Kathy Pace, around Qi Gong, Tai Chi and Yoga. I know I will have more of these. With these three types of movement, I wanted to focus more on their overall WELL-Being benefits to the body and mind versus specific techniques or styles. I also wanted to emphasize getting back to the foundations of each of these movements and the simplicity of the practice to really take advantage of the awareness of oneself that they each require.

It's been 51yrs since the inception of Earth Day. We have a come a long way, and we have a lot of work yet to do, sooner than later. Within all of my WELL-Being work is the principle of creating that with the environment. To be WELL with the planet we live on, source from and so desperately need to heal is what I help people work on doing. My topic in this Marlo's Conversations with Friends is about just that, and I am delighted to be having this banter with a new friend, Annemarie Sampson, who is just as passionate about the environment as I am. We discuss how in our daily lives we can make a difference one decision and one action at a time towards a more sustainable planet.

I am quite excited about today's conversation as it is with a long-time good friend of mine, Dr. Bruce Doblin, who has been a lifelong general internal medicine practitioner. We explore the topic of Health & Care of oneself in this country; the challenges and opportunities for responsible health, changing the current paradigms and what it really takes to be a healthy WELL-Being for longevity. So, I ask you to stop and step out of the chaos of life again for an hour or so to learn, to grow, to hear another perspective, and to think about your own path of health, the stereotypes of health that are promoted and the small shifts you can make to become a better WELL-Being. Enjoy. Be Well, Marlo

Today's Marlo's Conversations with Friends: topics around WELL-Being is with a very close friend of mine, Jill Zimmerman, on Connection. This topic came to mind a few months ago as one of deep importance given that we have been in a pandemic for a year now and that we are all craving Connection in every shape and form. I have been teaching this topic for a very long time within the context of building relationships, working one-on-one with guests, public speaking and more, and wanted to bring it into the present again. Jill and I have gone through a lot over time and had some really deep conversations. Jill's professional background in social work and leadership along with our own experiences were exactly what I needed to help make this banter fulfilling. So, I ask you to stop and step out of the chaos of life again for an hour or so to learn, to grow, to hear another perspective, and to think about how you Connect with others and allow it more deeply to become a part of your daily WELL-Being. Enjoy. Be Well, Marlo

Today's conversation is truly one of my favorite topics to talk about and for sure it's one that I have been most passionate about during my whole career – ESSENTIAL OILS for WELL-Being – and I am having it with a longtime friend and mentor, Margaret Fink. She was one of the first people who introduced me into the world of aroma, plant and flower essential oils and their benefits. We have smelled quite a lot of them over the years and we had a marvelous banter about it all and how to start using them, how to choose them and what to look for. I think you will really enjoy this one. So, I ask you to stop and step out of the chaos of life again for an hour or so to learn, to grow, to hear another perspective and have some fun exploring plant and flower Essential Oils and how they can become a part of your daily WELL-Being. Enjoy. Be Well, Marlo

Good Morning & Happy New Year. In light of the horrific event happened last week, saying Happy New Year is a little hard to roll off my tongue. That said, todays Marlo's Conversations with Friends topic is PRINCIPLES & VALUES. I was originally set to record this before Christmas and needed to postpone it to handle an emergency. It was quite fortuitous that I sat down with my longtime dear friend and colleague, Joan Each-Rowan, the morning after the Capitol was assaulted to have this conversation. She was truly the first and only person I thought of to have this banter with as she lives and breathes Principles and Values every day of her life, and that is something that drew me to her so many years ago. I have taught about this topic for many, many years and it is one that is very important to me. So, I ask you to stop and step out of the chaos of live again for an hour or so to learn, to grow, to hear another perspective and take note as to what your Principles and Values are, and how they form your foundation of your WELL-Being. Enjoy. Be Well, Marlo

GOOD DAY. It's the week of Christmas when the countdown of chaotic last-minute shopping, cooking, baking and final preparations take place no matter how you intend to celebrate this year or choose not to. I find it to be rather fortuitous that I am posting this today as I manage a personal emergency situation (non-Covid) and as Jean is doing the same herself. This last of 2020 Marlo's Conversations with Friends is about PRAYER as WELL-Being and it's not your usual conversation around the topic. I am deeply honored to be able to share this dialogue with a friend I hold in a very high, sacred space – Native American Wisdom Healer and Leader, Jean Reddemann. Jean and I have a really thoughtful conversation around what Prayer really means, what it really looks like and how you can make it a part of your every moment without even realizing it. My friends and colleagues take a step away from all of the hustling and bustling you are doing and put some WELL-Being towards yourself. Listen with intention. Enjoy. Wishing you & your loved ones a Holiday Season filled with Peace, Joy and Blessings Be Well, Marlo

I decided to sneak in a quick conversation about CBD as WELL-Being with the dynamic sister duo, Lisa Winefield and Keri Descoteaux, owners of Botanica CBD Store here in Evanston, IL. I really adore these two ladies, their passion for helping people address their physical and emotional pain through the use of this amazing nature sourced gift (in all its forms), their knowledge about CBD and am so delighted that I get to call them my friends!

I am deeply grateful for this conversation with my friend Janet Williams, who I have recently reconnected with, around the topic of Diversity, Inclusion, Belonging and Equity. This topic is very important to me and falls into one of the pillars of my company vision, WELL-Being with your community, and I couldn't be happier to be having with Janet as her work is fully immersed in it and she wants to help others begin their journey to learning more.

This is the trailer to my series introducing my intentions around the conversations and the topics of WELL-Being

I am so excited to have been able to connect with my dear friends, Kim & Matt Lennert, from my early career days. They are the owners of Spoonfed Kitchen & Bake Shop and let me tell you - they know and love food in all the same ways I do! Yes, you got it - we are talking about food as a form of WELL-Being anyhow to truly appreciate it instead of avoid it, skimp on it or restrain yourself from it for any number of reasons. Please get present, put your earphones in, take a walk or a drive or sit in the sun and listen with intention. Enjoy. Be Well, Marlo

A GOOD MORNING TO YOU ALL! I thought we could start the week with some loving attention to our Mother Earth & the Environment, and I am delighted to be having this conversation with my friend and salon owner, Andrea Cabillo. She is truly one of the most motivating and authentic people I am honored to know with the kindest heart ever. We have a passionate banter around creating awareness about the Climate Change and our Environment on this beautiful planet we all live on. SO! Put your earphones in, take a walk or a drive or sit in the sun and listen with intention. Enjoy. Be Well, Marlo.

How excited am I do have a conversation with one of my favorite people, Caryl Colton, and to share our insight around the topic JOY? So very excited! Caryl and I were in the salon spa industry together and held the same position in our respective regions - mine the Great Lakes and hers was Canada. We bonded instantly the moment we met each other and have shared our paths ever since. Caryl is such a lovely person and energy in my life! Our paths have now become quite similar again as we both are on brand new journeys and we love to dig deep into experiences of them. I hope you enjoy our thoughts around harnessing and experiencing JOY as a form of WELL Being. Be Well, Marlo.

Marlo's Conversations with Friends: Dan Vesterdahl - Music as WELL Being by Marlo Boyle

This conversation is with a long time friend and former member of my team during my time at Aveda, Lindsay Styck, otherwise known to many people as DEZ. DEZ and I talk about Beauty is an Energy which is the mantra in her company's vision, Civilian Beauty Grooming & Education. I love this topic because we explore what beauty really means to her as a hairdresser and service provider and how she embodies this principle with her guests. Beauty to me has been a hot topic all of my life because of the paths I followed from ballet to modeling & the fashion world to the salon and spa world, the epitome of where you go to “make” people look beautiful, which I have been a black sheep of sorts in. I hope you enjoy our chat today. Be Well, Marlo.

This is the Launch of Marlo's Conversations with Friends: Topics Around WELL-Being and Mariam Hannon was the first person on my list of friends to talk to. I am thrilled that you will get to meet her. She and I worked together for many years during my time at Aveda Corporation and we hit it off immediately. Mariam is a licensed cosmetologist, esthetician, certified motivational coach and an avid vegetable and herb gardener. Her heart is the purest gold and her compassion for others and all living things has no limits. Mariam shares the same love of food as I do and so I decided that I wanted her talk about her garden, the fruits of her labor and love and the transformative healing powers and benefits that food brings. I hope you will enjoy it as much as I did. Be Well, Marlo