Mitzi Think Inc's Podcast

Let's Think About "Freedom Beyond the Checklist " With Special Guest Dr. La Toya Davis In this thought-provoking episode of Mitzi, Let's Think About It, Mitzi is joined by special guest Dr. La Toya Davis for a heartfelt conversation about freedom beyond the checklist. Together, they explore what it means to take up space without fear and to release the pressure of constantly measuring ourselves against expectations, routines, and self-imposed standards. As they reflect on Dr. La Toya's perspective, the discussion considers how checklists can sometimes trap us in negative self-thinking rather than move us forward. This episode invites listeners to rethink productivity, identity, personal growth, and mindset by exploring how a shift in perspective can transform the way we see responsibility, freedom, and self-worth. If you have ever felt boxed in by what you should be doing, this conversation offers a warm and honest invitation to pause, reflect, and imagine a freer way to live and think. To stay in touch, please visit LaToya's website at https://chicourses.com/ to learn more about her.

Let's Think About "The Dangers of Alcohol" With Special Guest Sondra Bailey In this thought-provoking episode of Mitzi, Let's Think About It, Mitzi sits down with special guest Sondra Bailey to explore the dangers of alcohol through both a personal and spiritual lens. Together, they reflect on how alcohol can lower our defenses, cloud our judgment, and leave us vulnerable in ways many people do not stop to consider. As they discuss Sondra's perspective, the conversation moves beyond the physical health effects of drinking and into deeper questions about spiritual awareness, emotional vulnerability, and the environments we choose to enter. This episode invites listeners to reflect on alcohol, bars, casinos, temptation, and the unseen influences that can affect the mind and heart. If you are drawn to meaningful conversations about personal growth, spiritual insight, and deeper thinking, this episode offers a heartfelt invitation to pause and consider what alcohol may be taking away beyond what we can see.        To stay in touch, please visit Sondra's website at https://www.shamansondra.com/ to learn more about her.

Let's Think About "Homes Innovation" With Special Guest Melissa Schneider In this episode of Mitzi, Let's Think About It, we explore home innovation, home remodeling, and the deeper meaning of creating a space that feels functional, peaceful, and truly your own. With special guest Melissa Schneider, this conversation goes beyond renovation tips and into the heart of what home really means.  Melissa Schneider shares a thoughtful perspective on the temporary inconvenience of renovating and why it can be worth it for the lasting joy of a calm, well-designed home. Together, we reflect on how remodeling need not feel overwhelming, and how preparation, support, and the right mindset can bring peace even in seasons of disruption.  We also touch on hurricane preparedness, the value of having trusted help when disaster strikes, and the emotional side of building a home that supports both your daily life and your well-being. If you've been thinking about home improvement, smart home ideas, home design, or simply how your environment shapes your peace of mind, this episode invites you to pause and think more deeply.        To stay in touch, please visit Melissa's website at https://homesinnovation.com/ to learn more about her.

Let's Think About "Emotional Avoidance" With Special Guest Michelle Maidenberg In this thoughtful episode of Mitzi, Let's Think About It, we explore emotional avoidance with special guest Michelle Maidenberg. Together, we unpack what it means to avoid difficult emotions, why so many people disconnect from what they feel, and how learning to embrace our emotions can open the door to healing, clarity, and deeper self-awareness. Michelle shares a powerful reminder: we are emotional creatures who think, not just thinking beings who occasionally feel. This conversation invites listeners to slow down, reflect, and consider how emotional avoidance may be shaping their relationships, choices, and everyday lives. We also talk about how short life is, how meaningful moments can arrive unexpectedly, and why being present with both heart and mind matters so much. If you are interested in emotional health, self-awareness, personal growth, mindfulness, mental wellness, and deeper thinking, this episode offers an honest and compassionate space to reflect. Whether you have struggled to sit with hard feelings or simply want to understand yourself and others more fully, this episode is designed to help you think, feel, and grow. Tune in to Let's Think About “Emotional Avoidance” with Michelle Maidenberg for a warm, insightful conversation about emotions, healing, personal growth, and the significance of being fully present in your life.         To stay in touch, please visit Michelle's website at https://michellemaidenberg.com/ to learn more about her.

Let's Think About "Dangerous Weight-Loss Drugs" With Special Guest Joel Bikman In this thought-provoking episode of Mitzi, Let's Think About It, Mitzi sits down with special guest Joel Bikman to explore the growing conversation around dangerous weight-loss drugs, personal responsibility, metabolic health, and what true wellness really means. Together, they discuss why it is so important to understand what you put into your body, how modern weight-loss culture can shape decision-making, and why caring for your physical and mental well-being requires greater awareness. Joel also shares the inspiration behind the product he created to support whole-body wellness. If you are searching for conversations about weight-loss drugs, health responsibility, metabolic health, wellness, and meaningful personal growth, this episode invites you to pause, reflect, and think more deeply with both your mind and your heart. To stay in touch, please visit Joel's website at https://gethlth.com/?utm_source=letsthinkaboutitpodcast to learn more about him.

Let's Think About "Holistic Alignment for Men" With Special Guest Michael Collins Michael shares his thoughts on holistic alignment for men, reminding people that, regardless of age, they should go find someone to be a mentor in their life. While learning about Michael, we discussed the importance of men's mental health and how self-improvement is more than just physical health. This episode aims to prompt thought.            To stay in touch, please visit Michael's website at https://mcatalyst.com/ to learn more about him.

Let's Think About "Reality, Success, and Power" With Special Guest Victoria Gallagher Victoria shares her thoughts on reality, success, and power, reminding people that everything in our lives is subjective, so embrace your own reality, success, and power without comparison. While learning about Victoria, we discussed the importance of being realistic with your time and energy, and how success doesn't need to be rushed. This episode aims to prompt thought.            To stay in touch, please visit Victoria's website at https://victoriamgallagher.com/ to learn more about her.

Let's Think About "A Dog's Devotion" With Special Guest Russ Farnsworth Russ shares his thoughts on a dog's devotion, reminding people that sometimes the right dog can change one's outlook on life at just the right moment. While learning about Russ, we discussed his dog's devotion to protect him, and sometimes death can be peaceful, knowing they are no longer in pain. This episode aims to prompt thought.            To stay in touch, please visit Russ's website at https://sites.google.com/view/russfarnsworth/watson to learn more about him.

Let's Think About "Raising Resilient Heroes" With Special Guest LaTanya Edenburgs LaTanya shares her thoughts on raising resilient heroes, reminding people to continue to prepare our kids for their own journey. While learning about LaTanya, we discussed her children's book and how to teach the youth how to be adaptable while encouraging them to tap into critical thinking. This episode aims to prompt thought.            To stay in touch, please visit LaTanya's website at https://linktr.ee/iyrjcoaching to learn more about her.

Let's Think About "Traveling Deep, Not Wide" With Special Guest Ralph Velasco Ralph shares his thoughts on traveling deep, not wide, reminding people to be mindful while traveling. While learning about Ralph, we discussed how traveling off-season can help mitigate the negative impact in popular destination spots and have good intentions when traveling. This episode aims to prompt thought.            To stay in touch, please visit Ralph's website at https://continentaldrifter.co/ to learn more about him.

Let's Think About "Carrying Someone Else's Story" With Special Guest Shuang-Min Chang Shuang-Min shares her thoughts on carrying someone else's story, reminding people that it's okay to question beliefs and values that were passed down to you. While learning about Shuang-Min, we discussed how we can determine which values serve us and which no longer serve us in our narrative. This episode aims to prompt thought.            To stay in touch, please visit Shuang-Min's website at https://linktr.ee/shuangminc to learn more about her.

Let's Think About "Fasting For Purpose" With Special Guest Aïcha Barry Aïcha shares her thoughts on fasting for a purpose, reminding people to put their trust in the Lord, not in man or themselves. While learning about Aïcha, we discussed her aim to break generational curses and her 30-day dry fast, which involved abstaining from food and water. This episode aims to prompt thought.            To stay in touch, please visit Aïcha's website at https://www.aichabarrycoaching.com/home to learn more about her.

Let's Think About "Mentoring Boys" With Special Guest Hugh Massie Hugh shares his thoughts on Mentoring Boys, reminding people never to be the victim, but to be the victor. While learning about Hugh, we discussed how he lost his dad at a very young age and how he vowed to be that helping hand to other young men who didn't grow up with a father. This episode aims to prompt thought.            To stay in touch, please visit Hugh's website at https://boyswithoutfathers.org/ and https://dnabehavior.com/  to learn more about him.

Let's Think About "Breathing Into Success" With Special Guest Ron Stotts Ron shares his thoughts on breathing into success, reminding people to have the courage to fall in love with themselves. While learning about Ron, we discussed how success is subjective and how our breath can help us become grounded in moments when we may feel overwhelmed. This episode aims to prompt thought.            To stay in touch, please visit Ron's website at https://ronstotts.com/ to learn more about him.

Let's Think About "Pet Adoption" With Special Guest Ian Spandow  Ian shares his thoughts on pet adoption, reminding people that adapting a dog brings more than bringing life into your home but a type of love that has endless rewards. While learning about Ian, we discussed how intelligent dogs are and how he develop a dog rescue. This episode aims to prompt thought.             To stay in touch, please visit Ian's website at https://ianspandow.com/ & https://spandowhouse.com/ to learn more about him. 

Let's Think About "Communication Intelligence" With Special Guest Ash Seddeek Ash shares his thoughts on communication intelligence, reminding people that our communication is a skill worth developing. While learning about Ash, we discussed ways to improve communication and how asking open-ended questions can help you keep a conversation going. This episode aims to prompt thought.            To stay in touch, please visit Ash's website at https://executivegreatness.com/ to learn more about him.

Let's Think About "Accessing Government Grants" With Special Guest Matthew Lesko Matthew shares his thoughts on accessing government grants, reminding people that numerous grants are available to help improve their lives and financial situation. While learning about Matthew, I wondered why the government doesn't share this knowledge and how people can consider their financial situation differently. This episode aims to prompt thought.            To stay in touch, please visit Matthew's website at https://www.free.lesko.com/fbtop50new to learn more about him.

Let's Think About "Crafting Characters Readers Love" With Special Guest Zachary Hagen Zachary shares his thoughts on crafting characters readers love, reminding people that characters provide relatability into our lives in a way we probably never thought about before. While learning about Zachary, we discussed his writing style, along with his books, and how he has loved and hated certain characters in them. This episode aims to prompt thought.          To stay in touch, please visit Zachary's website at https://zacharyhagenwrites.com/about to learn more about him.

Let's Think About "How Culture Transcends" With Special Guest Daniel Gomer Daniel shares his thoughts on how culture transcends, reminding people that the culture they establish around them will be the one people embody. While learning about Daniel, we discussed his motives in creating a specific culture in his business and how creating a culture that everyone can agree on is vital for everyone's success. This episode aims to prompt thought.          To stay in touch, please visit Daniel's website at https://www.realtopartners.com/ to learn more about him.

Let's Think About "Teens and Social Media" With Special Guest Tara Hodgson Tara shares her thoughts on teens and social media, reminding people that limiting screen time has significant long-term advantages. While learning about Tara, we discussed the effects of technology on teens at school and how parents need to be more attentive to their kids. This episode aims to prompt thought.         To stay in touch, please visit Tara's website at http://www.tarahodgson.ca/ to learn more about her.

Let's Think About "Hope In The World" With Special Guest Doug Lawrence Doug shares his thoughts on hope in the world, reminding people not to give up on themselves, others, or the world. While learning about Doug, we discussed how true wealth is found in our health, and instead of looking for reasons to give up, look for reasons to keep going. This episode aims to prompt thought.        To stay in touch, please visit Doug's website at https://talentc.ca/ to learn more about him.

Let's Think About "Soul Intelligence" With Special Guest Kristine Genovese Kristine shares her thoughts on soul intelligence, reminding people that they need to pay attention to their gut instincts. While learning about Kristine, we discussed her book and how people should explore and step into their zone of genius more often. This episode aims to prompt thought.     To stay in touch, please visit Kristine's website at https://soulintelligencemethod.com/home to learn more about her.

Let's Think About "GroHaus" With Special Guest Drew Donaldson Drew shares his thoughts on GroHaus, reminding people that marketing is more than just reaching numbers, but also reaching hearts. While learning about Drew, we discussed how he came up with the name for his business and how he started it not just to make money, but to see the value in helping businesses truly succeed in their market. This episode aims to prompt thought.      To stay in touch, please visit Drew's website at https://www.grohaus.org/ to learn more about him. 

Let's Think About "Creating Your Love Story" With Special Guest Kim Anderson Kim shares her thoughts on creating your love story, reminding people that they can create their love story just like they select food at a buffet. While learning about Kim, we discussed how people should look for long term characteristic traits for a potential mate and understanding your relationship with yourself is the foundation into any relationship you may want. This episode aims to prompt thought.     To stay in touch, please visit Kim's website at https://divineperfectmate.com/ to learn more about her.

Let's Think About "Protecting Other People's Children" With Special Guest Debbie Ausburn Debbie shares her thoughts on protecting other people's children, reminding people to empower the youth by being a good mentor. While learning about Debbie, we discussed how adults should exercise discernment when it comes to children and how they should teach the youth values and morals that they will hold onto in their adult life. This episode aims to prompt thought.     To stay in touch, please visit Debbie's website at www.debbieausburn.com to learn more about her.

Let's Think About "Planting A Tree You Will Never Sit Under" With Special Guest Rex Bundy Rex shares his thoughts on planting a tree you will never sit under, reminding people to live a life that matters can mean doing things for others. While learning about Rex, we discussed his books and how mental illnesses can both bring people together and tear them apart. This episode aims to prompt thought.     To stay in touch, please visit Rex's YouTube channel at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYw_30ccSAUsiMu20_fBH8g to learn more about him.

Let's Think About "Uncomfortable Questions" With Special Guest Benjamin Barnes Benjamin shares his thoughts on uncomfortable questions, reminding people that there is always a way to deal with the uncomfortable in life. While learning about Benjamin, we discussed his books and how mental illnesses can both bring people together and tear them apart. This episode aims to prompt thought.     To stay in touch, please visit Benjamin's website at https://www.benjaminbarnes.com/ to learn more about him.

Let's Think About "Resilience and Inclusion" With Special Guest Michael Hingson Michael shares his thoughts on resilience and inclusion, reminding people that regardless of their walk of life, they can develop resilience. While learning about Michael, we discussed how light-dependent people wouldn't know what to do if things went dark and how disabilities aren't seen as a minority group that faces its own discrimination or exclusions. This episode aims to prompt thought.   To stay in touch, please visit Michael's website at https://michaelhingson.com/ to learn more about him.

Let's Think About "The Evolution of a Baby Boomer" With Special Guest Joyce Fidler Joyce shares her thoughts on the evolution of a baby boomer, reminding people that we can live multiple lives in one lifetime. While learning about Joyce, we discussed how she's been in a play and how forgiving yourself is the best way to start giving yourself the compassion you need for the next season of your life. This episode aims to prompt thought.  To stay in touch, please visit Joyce's website at https://joycefidler.com/ to learn more about her.

Let's Think About "Creating Psychological Safety" With Special Guest Natalia Fomichenko Natalia shares her thoughts on creating psychological safety, reminding us that we can cultivate a life that enables us to thrive.  While learning about Natalia, we discussed how people need to take accountability rather than play the blame game, and that if our values don't align with our words or actions, it will be reflected in our lives. This episode aims to prompt thought.     To stay in touch, please visit Natalia's website at https://nataliafomichenko.com/ to learn more about her.   

Let's Think About "The Root Causes of Dysfunction" With Special Guest Debra Longo Debra shares her thoughts on the root causes of dysfunction, reminding people that to solve any problem, you must first identify its origin and determine if it's indeed a problem worth addressing. While learning about Debra, we discussed some misconceptions about healing and how life is subjective, as perceived through each of our perspectives. This episode aims to prompt thought.    To stay in touch, please visit Debra's website at https://lifeinbloomny.net/ to learn more about her.

Let's Think About "Dating Apps" With Special Guest Desireé Hunter Desireé shares her thoughts on dating apps, reminding people that you should be very specific in your dating profile. While learning about Desireé, we discussed how she wanted to make dating fun and how we can embrace our single season of our lives. This episode aims to prompt thought.  To stay in touch, please visit Desireé's website at http://beverlyhills.swannschool.com/about.html to learn more about her.

Let's Think About "Flipping Your Switch" With Special Guest J. Lumen J shares her thoughts on flipping your switch, reminding people that you can change how you perceive the world. While learning about J, we discussed how she almost got murdered by her ex and how she knew her life would only change with her efforts. This episode aims to prompt thought.  To stay in touch, please visit J's website at https://theunknownbucketlist.com/ to learn more about her.

Let's Think About "Animal Behavior" With Special Guest Drew Brashier Drew shares his thoughts on animal behavior, reminding people that you should do some research before getting any type of animal as a pet. While learning about Drew, we discussed the hardest dog to train and how he got into the dog training industry. This episode aims to prompt thought.  To stay in touch, please visit Drew's website at https://www.pawandorder.com/ to learn more about him.

Let's Think About "Emotional Wealth" With Special Guest Cindy Koehler Cindy shares her thoughts on emotional wealth, reminding people that our ability to control and listen to our emotions is a type of wealth no one can steal. While learning about Cindy, we discussed how people can get comfortable in their dysfunction and how we shouldn't fall into their default way of thinking and acting. This episode aims to prompt thought.  To stay in touch, please visit Cindy's website at https://mindgarage.com.au/ to learn more about her.

Let's Think About "Actually Preparing Kids For The Future" With Special Guest Stephen S.A Schneider Stephen shares his thoughts on actually preparing kids for the future, reminding people that one day our youth will be determining what happens in our lives. While learning about Stephen, we discussed his books and how creating a game is better than playing someone else's game. This episode aims to prompt thought.  To stay in touch, please visit Stephen's website at https://www.sa-schneider.com/ to learn more about him.

Let's Think About "Aging With Our Power Intact" With Special Guest Tamar Hurwitz-Fleming Tamar shares his thoughts on aging with our power intact, reminding people that aging is our evolution as humans and it's a gift to experience. While learning about Tamar, we discussed how body dysmorphia affects our perception of aging and how when we learn to like ourselves we learn to enjoy every stage of our lives. This episode aims to prompt thought.  To stay in touch, please visit Tamar's website at https://howtohaveahappybirthday.com/ to learn more about her. Want to hear about another conversation we had? Please listen to "Birthdays."  

Let's Think About "Addiction" With Special Guest Gary Sprouse Gary shares his thoughts on addiction, reminding people that it's what we go to when we are trying to reduce our stress that can become an addiction. While learning about Gary, we discussed his concept of a stress-reducing loop and how anything in this world can become addictive if we don't deal with our stress. This episode aims to prompt thought.  To stay in touch, please visit Gary's website at www.thelessstressdoc.com to learn more about him. Want to hear about another conversation we had? Please listen to "Let's Think About Less Stress."

Let's Think About "The Authors and Illustrators' Relationship" With Special Guests John Collado & Kelly Mitchell Schilling John and Kelly share their thoughts on the authors' and illustrators' relationship, reminding us that establishing good communication is key to a successful and enjoyable experience for this relationship. While learning about John and Kelly, we discussed how, as an illustrator, one must have patience, and as an author, one should not compromise one's vision. This episode aims to prompt thought.                     To stay in touch, please visit John's website at https://johncolladoart.com/  and Kelly's website https://kellymitchellschilling.com/ to learn more about them.

Let's Think About "Emotional Muscle" With Special Guest Benjy Sherer Benjy shares his thoughts on emotional muscle, reminding us that the most important thing is to learn to love yourself while showing kindness to others. While learning about Benjy, we discussed the importance of working on your emotional fitness and recognizing your defense mechanisms. This episode aims to prompt thought.                 To stay in touch, please visit Benjy's website at https://benjysherercoaching.com/ to learn more about him.

Let's Think About "A Storyteller Becomes A Published Author" With Special Guest Jennifer Shaw Jennifer shares her thoughts on how a storyteller becomes a published author, reminding people that if you don't try, you never will know if you have what it takes. While learning about Jennifer, we discussed how we should write for ourselves and watch how it changes the way we see writing. This episode aims to prompt thought.  To stay in touch, please visit Jennifer's website at https://jmshawauthor.com/ to learn more about her.

Let's Think About "What It Means To Be A Hero" With Special Guest Brad C. Anderson Brad shares his thoughts on what it means to be a hero, reminding us to have the courage to act. While learning about Brad, we discussed that we shouldn't dismiss the small moments and choices. It's essential that you're responsible for yourself, so be the positive force in the world.  This episode aims to prompt thought.                       To stay in touch, please visit Brad's website at https://bradanderson2000.com/ to learn more about him.

Let's Think About "Simplicity" With Special Guest Miriam Ortiz y Pino Miriam shares her thoughts on simplicity, reminding us that simplifying your life gives you a genuine sense of control. While learning about Miriam, we discussed how taking care of yourself and your home is the ultimate form of self-care, as well as being discerning with your wants versus your needs. This episode aims to prompt thought.                    To stay in touch, please visit Miriam's website at https://morethanorganized.net/ to learn more about her.

Let's Think About "Publishing A Book Without Being Scammed" With Special Guest Donna Brown Donna shares her thoughts on publishing a book without being scammed, reminding people to conduct thorough research when selecting the right publisher. While learning about Donna, we discussed her books and how she recommends that people never succumb to peer pressure when it comes to their rights regarding their books. This episode aims to prompt thought.  To stay in touch, please visit Donna's LinkedIn at https://authorcygnetbrown.com/ to learn more about her.

Let's Think About "A Filmmaker With A Zero Budget" With Special Guest Rocko Paolo Rocko shares his thoughts on a filmmaker with a zero budget, reminding people that if they really want to get something done, they will always find a way. While learning about Rocko, we discussed the movies he produced and how word of mouth is always more effective than online advertising. This episode aims to prompt thought.  To stay in touch, please visit Rocko's LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/rockopaolo/ to learn more about him.

Let's Think About "Becoming Visible" With Special Guest Gayle Petrillo Gayle shares her thoughts on becoming visible, reminding people that they need to step into their light instead of dimming their light. While learning about Gayle, we discussed her book and how she realized sharing her burn survival story wasn't only helpful but also necessary. This episode aims to prompt thought.  To stay in touch, please visit Gayle's website at https://www.firstimpressions1.com/ to learn more about her.

Let's Think About "Book Publicity" With Special Guest JB Harris JB shares her thoughts on book publicity, reminding people that it's not as easy as it looks. While learning about JB, we discussed her book and how she was determined to go on a cross-country book tour. This episode aims to prompt thought.  To stay in touch, please visit JB's website at https://www.jbharrisbooks.com/ to learn more about her.

Let's Think About "How It Feels To Be A Refugee" With Special Guest Kay Sparling Kay shares her thoughts on what it's like to be a refugee, reminding people to be kind and show compassion to others. While learning about Kay, we discussed her book, hearing a piece of the book, and how writing allowed her to share a part of her story with a few creative aspects intertwined. This episode aims to prompt thought.  To stay in touch, please visit Kay's website at https://kaysparlingbooks.com/ to learn more about her.

Let's Think About "Moving From Stage to the Page" With Special Guest Patricia Black-Gould Patricia shares her thoughts on moving from stage to the page, reminding people that it's okay to transition from one area of life to another. While learning about Patricia, we discussed how being a screenwriter helped her as a psychologist and how writing allowed her to gain a whole other level of creativity. This episode aims to prompt thought.  To stay in touch, please visit Patricia's website at https://www.patblackgould.com/ to learn more about her.

Let's Think About "Letting Go of Judgment" With Special Guest Carissa Karban Carissa shares her thoughts on letting go of judgment, reminding people that living in fear of being judged is not a life worth living. While learning about Carissa, we discussed how important forgiveness is and how practicing gratitude can help you let go. This episode aims to prompt thought.  To stay in touch, please visit Carissa's website at https://www.healcollective.me/ to learn more about her.

Let's Think About "AI vs HI (Human Intelligence)" With Special Guest Alison McBain Alison shares her thoughts on AI vs HI (human intelligence), reminding people that each of us human beings has a unique purpose worth contributing. While learning about Alison, we discussed what AI should be used for and why humanity needs to find the balance between AI and HI. This episode aims to prompt thought.  To stay in touch, please visit Alison's website at https://www.alisonmcbain.com/ to learn more about her.