Pieces of a Woman

Summary:Welcome back to the Pieces of a Woman Podcast! Join Cristie and DeAnna for an eye-opening episode, where they sit down with Mary Scott, a Women's Health Nurse Practitioner who's got a wealth of knowledge on sexual and reproductive health. Mary offers profound insights into a spectrum of women's health issues, spanning from the vibrant years of young adulthood to the golden years of menopause and beyond. They're diving deep into an array of important topics, including various birth control methods, the nuances of urinary tract infections, the importance of pelvic floor health, and the often-overlooked details of women's sexual well-being. This conversation is all about unpacking those crucial health topics, laying down a solid base of knowledge, and arming you with the know-how to stride through your health journey with confidence. With Cristie, DeAnna, and Mary's engaging talks, expert pointers, and stories you can relate to, they're lighting the way to a better grasp and management of women's health, inspiring you to take charge of your well-being with newfound zest.Key Takeaways:[4:09] Reproductive healthcare for young women[8:12] Birth control methods and their effectiveness[12:57] Sexual health and hygiene for young people[15:31] Vaginal health and birth control methods[19:00] Fertility tracking and the rhythm method[25:40] STD trends and prevention strategies[36:45] Women's health and hysterectomy, including pap smears and ovarian cancer screening[42:04] Breast cancer prevention and health literacy[47:50] Vaginal estrogen and urinary tract infections in menopause[51:27] Pelvic floor health and surgeriesResources Mentioned in This Episode:Are video podcasts more your style? Subscribe to our YouTube channel!We'd love to hear from you! Send us a message on Instagram or Facebook.Do you want your next vacation to be in luxury? Book your exclusive retreat here. Thanks for Listening!Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!Subscribe to the Podcast:If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Stitcher. You can also subscribe from the podcast app on your mobile device.Leave Us an Apple Podcast Review:Ratings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on Apple Podcasts, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on Apple Podcasts.

Summary:Have you ever pursued anything on your bucket list? Maybe you've never taken a moment to write down everything and anything you've ever wanted to do in this life. In this episode, Cristie and DeAnna are talking about the power of creating a bucket list, allowing yourself to live your most authentic life (with zero regrets), and why it's time to start thinking about your bucket list today! Key Takeaways:[01:48] Why you'll never have more time[04:47] Cristie shares what she's most grateful for in 2023 [05:55] DeAnna shares a story that had a major impact on her recently[07:57] Who is Ben Nemtin?[09:05] The power of a bucket list[10:55] Cristie & DeAnna share some of their top bucket list items[12:01] Why having a bucket list is so important[14:48] Talking your dreams into existence is a thing![18:12] More bucket list items that Cristie & DeAnna have on their list[21:35] Getting passed the intimidation factorResources Mentioned in This Episode:The Bucket List Journal by Ben NemtinCheck out Ben's website here and follow him on Instagram.Are video podcasts more your style? Subscribe to our YouTube channel!We'd love to hear from you! Send us a message on Instagram or Facebook.Do you want your next vacation to be in luxury? Book your exclusive retreat here. Thanks for Listening!Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!Subscribe to the Podcast:If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or Stitcher. You can also subscribe from the podcast app on your mobile device.Leave Us an iTunes Review:Ratings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on iTunes, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on iTunes.

Summary:In this episode, Cristie and DeAnna sit down with their podcast manager, Alexis Archuleta to talk about what it takes to start a podcast. Alexis works behind the scenes of Pieces of a Woman. From editing the episodes to writing show notes, she helps guide Cristie and DeAnna along the way, keeping them organized and on track each month. They talk about the benefits of outsourcing and what you need to get started.Learn More About Alexis:Alexis is a former TV News Producer turned Podcast Manager. She started her online business as a way to incorporate her love of travel into her life. Now, going on 4 years, Alexis helps business owners and passionate hobbyists level up their podcast visibility with professional audio and video. She offers launch and ongoing management services and continues to provide value to her clients while also giving them their time back so they can focus on what they do best.Alexis is based in Austin, Texas but you'll usually find her on a plane traveling to another country, exploring new places, and eating the local foods. Key Takeaways:[01:42] - Cristie & DeAnna talk about the beginning of their podcast[02:36] - DeAnna shares recent podcast stats[03:13] - Why you should choose podcasting too [04:02] - Meet Alexis & how she got started as a Podcast Manager[06:42] - Where to start if a podcast is on your bucket list[10:41] - What you need to launch a podcast[13:47] - The benefits of having a podcast manager[15:38] - Podcast editor vs. Podcast manager[18:30] - What platform should you use?[19:09] - Is there too much competition?[20:00] - Client success story and how their podcast changed their business[24:46] - This is for you if you're ready to outsource but not sure howResources Mentioned in This Episode:For gear & equipment recommendations, download the Pod Launch Checklist Freebie here.To learn more about Alexis's services, check out her website.You can also connect with Alexis on YouTube or Instagram.Are video podcasts more your style? Subscribe to our YouTube channel!We'd love to hear from you! Send us a message on Instagram or Facebook.Do you want your next vacation to be in luxury? Book your exclusive retreat here. Thanks for Listening!Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!Subscribe to the Podcast:If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or Stitcher. You can also subscribe from the podcast app on your mobile...

Summary:In this episode, Cristie and DeAnna get vulnerable as they share their personal experiences with shame and how it has shown up in their own lives. They talk about it as a catalyst for change in future generations and the ripple effect it has when you recognize shame coming up for you. Cristie and DeAnna don't hold back as they talk about where shame comes from, why it's so important to talk about it, and how to work through it.Key Takeaways:[03:38] - How shame showed up for Cristie & when she started to recognize it in her life[04:46] - Taking ownership of your emotions in order to let go[05:52] - The key to deeper connections[06:58] - Mom shaming & social media[08:14] - DeAnna shares her experience with shame showing up in her life[10:00] - The power of friendships[11:08] - Shame vs. Guilt: what's the difference?[13:18] - Why understanding the shame showing up in your life can affect future generations [15:50] - How to identify “shame”[16:56] - 4 elements of shame resilience Resources Mentioned in This Episode:Episode 56 - Atlas of the Heart - Book ReviewCheck out the books, Atlast of the Heart and Daring Greatly by Brene BrownAre video podcasts more your style? Subscribe to our YouTube channel!We'd love to hear from you! Send us a message on Instagram or Facebook.Do you want your next vacation to be in luxury? Book your exclusive retreat here. Thanks for Listening!Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!Subscribe to the Podcast:If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or Stitcher. You can also subscribe from the podcast app on your mobile device.Leave Us an iTunes Review:Ratings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on iTunes, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on iTunes.

Summary:In this episode, Cristie turns the mic on DeAnna as she shares some big news on her recent career decision. Her candid story serves as a beacon of encouragement that your identity is more than your career and that it's okay to change course in order to align with your values. Tune in as they shed some light on DeAnna's transition and her plans to embrace her new priorities. Key Takeaways:[02:03] DeAnna shares her latest news and her motivation behind the change[04:37] The #1 thing that holds you back from any decision[06:13] How to detach from the identity built around your career[09:20] Taking your strength in one area and using it somewhere else[10:26] DeAnna walks us through her process of making her big decision[13:51] Finding the beauty in putting you first[16:01] Navigating outside opinions when making a decision[20:02] The best advice DeAnna has received so far that you can apply in your own lifeResources Mentioned in This Episode:Check out the book: From Strength to StrengthEpisode 83 - Achieving Balance and Joy as a Guilt-Free Working MomAre video podcasts more your style? Subscribe to our YouTube channel!We'd love to hear from you! Send us a message on Instagram or Facebook.Do you want your next vacation to be in luxury? Book your exclusive retreat here. Thanks for Listening!Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!Subscribe to the Podcast:If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or Stitcher. You can also subscribe from the podcast app on your mobile device.Leave Us an iTunes Review:Ratings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on iTunes, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on iTunes.

Summary:In this episode, Cristie and DeAnna delve into the topic of work-life balance as a working mom. They shatter the misconception that women must choose between their careers and staying at home, highlighting the fact that they can juggle both successfully. Cristie and DeAnna reflect on their past choices and reveal some of their biggest regrets while exposing societal standards that have been pushed on women for years. This episode will empower women of all ages, in all walks of life, to embrace their decisions confidently, knowing they understand their own needs and their families best.Key Takeaways:[01:14] What Cristie and DeAnna have been up to[02:02] The vulnerable conversation that sparked this episode[04:04] DeAnna reflects on past choices and her decision to chase her career[05:15] The moment you become unselfish[06:03] Cristie shares her experiences as both a career woman & stay-at-home mom [07:40] Juggling the emotional side of being a career-driven woman vs. a stay-at-home mom[07:53] DeAnna shares her biggest regret[08:42] Cristie speaks about her current guilt she struggles with[10:03] The evolution of guilt to acceptance[13:55] Parenting in the teen years[15:02] Navigating the re-invention of yourself following the years after being a stay-at-home mom[17:03] Important lessons that came from the pandemic [19:00] How the values have shifted over time Resources Mentioned in This Episode:Are video podcasts more your style? Subscribe to our YouTube channel!We'd love to hear from you! Send us a message on Instagram or Facebook.Do you want your next vacation to be in luxury? Book your exclusive retreat here. Thanks for Listening!Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!Subscribe to the Podcast:If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or Stitcher. You can also subscribe from the podcast app on your mobile device.Leave Us an iTunes Review:Ratings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on iTunes, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on iTunes.

*Content Warning* - this episode discusses suicide and may be triggering for some individuals.Summary:This week's episode is a unique one as we share Cristie's recent guest interview on The10Ninety Podcast, hosted by Mason Sawyer and Sam Josie. Cristie bares all as she talks about the tragic loss of her son Taylor and the work she's done to shine a light on mental health and suicide prevention.Resources Mentioned in This Episode:Tune into Mason's episode on Pieces of a Woman here.Check out Infinite Vision Clothing on Instagram and FacebookAre video podcasts more your style? Subscribe to our YouTube channel!We'd love to hear from you! Send us a message on Instagram or Facebook.Do you want your next vacation to be in luxury? Book your exclusive retreat here. Thanks for Listening!Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!Subscribe to the Podcast:If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or Stitcher. You can also subscribe from the podcast app on your mobile device.Leave Us an iTunes Review:Ratings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on iTunes, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on iTunes.

Summary:Aging is a natural and beautiful part of life, but seeking cosmetic procedures isn't all bad. In this episode, Cristie and DeAnna discuss their beauty secrets and treatments they've had done, while also learning how to embrace who they are as an individual. While the decision to get cosmetic work done is entirely up to the person, Cristie and DeAnna share why it's important to remember that your beauty is more than what meets the eye.Key Takeaways:[03:10] Beauty stats you need to know for men and women[04:50] Cristie and DeAnna's thoughts on “preventive” botox[05:27] Cristie shares her beauty secrets [06:23] DeAnna's shares her beauty secrets[08:58] The aggressive procedure Cristie committed to but wasn't ready for [14:39] The botox game changer [19:48] Beauty advice for 30-year-olds[21:02] Finding the balance between your personal aging, your body, and having work done[23:33] The importance of investing in your inner beauty first Resources Mentioned in This Episode:Episode 12 - 50s...Fu@#ing Fabulous!Are video podcasts more your style? Subscribe to our YouTube channel!We'd love to hear from you! Send us a message on Instagram or Facebook.Do you want your next vacation to be in luxury? Book your exclusive retreat here. Thanks for Listening!Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!Subscribe to the Podcast:If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or Stitcher. You can also subscribe from the podcast app on your mobile device.Leave Us an iTunes Review:Ratings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on iTunes, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on iTunes.

Summary:In this episode, Cristie and DeAnna speak with Mason Sawyer after losing his wife, children, brother, and nephew to a horrifying car accident, leaving his 3-year-old son as the only survivor. Mason gets vulnerable as he shares what the process of healing has looked like for him, the guilt he faced after the accident, and how he's fought to avoid the victim mentality. This is a story of resilience and surviving insurmountable trauma. At 32-years-old, Mason has since become a mental health advocate for people of all ages by openly sharing his story through speaking engagements, support groups, and ultimately launching his own podcast, The 10Ninety, as a way to shed light on life's challenges and how to overcome them.Key Takeaways:[03:50] Mason shares his unbelievably tragic story of losing his family in a car accident[10:29] The #1 thing Mason has learned in processing this trauma[13:06] The difficulties that come in the 2nd year of processing trauma[16:37] The positive impact Mason has had on men's mental health [18:39] What is the 10Ninety Rule?[24:36] How Mason feels about the person he is now[27:27] How his 3-year-old son who miraculously survived the accident is doing today [29:39] The #1 motivation keeping him going[31:17] Why you should never compare your grief to someone else's[36:34] Avoiding the trap of the victim mentality[38:47] The #1 piece of advice to support anyone experiencing any type of trauma [42:05] What would 15-year-old Mason say to 32-year-old Mason?Resources Mentioned in This Episode:Learn more about the 10Ninety Podcast by visiting their website.You can also connect with Mason on Instagram!Tune into Cristie's episode on the 10Ninety Podcast here.Are video podcasts more your style? Subscribe to our YouTube channel!We'd love to hear from you! Send us a message on Instagram or Facebook.Do you want your next vacation to be in luxury? Book your exclusive retreat here. Thanks for Listening!Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!Subscribe to the Podcast:If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or Stitcher. You can also subscribe from the podcast app on your mobile device.Leave Us an iTunes Review:Ratings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on iTunes, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on iTunes.

Summary:Every single person that walks this planet deals with mental health in some capacity or another. In this episode, Cristie and DeAnna are talking about mental health on a broad spectrum but remain sensitive to the fact that there are many areas to focus on. A disclaimer - this episode is not telling you how to fix any mental health issues solely on a state of mind. Cristie and DeAnna are sharing their personal experiences, how mental health can affect people differently, and how to move forward with the right tools. Key Takeaways:[02:06] What “mental health” means to Cristie and DeAnna[07:16] One practice that Cristie incorporates in her life when she feels triggered[09:28] What is resilience?[10:30] How Cristie formed her resilient tendency[12:07] A message to those who struggle to see the light at the end of the tunnel[14:40] Ask yourself this when you feel out of control[15:16] The difference between strength vs. resilience[16:04] 3 characteristics that make a resilient personResources Mentioned in This Episode:American Psychological Association: https://www.apa.org/ National Alliance on Mental Health: https://www.nami.org/Home Are video podcasts more your style? Subscribe to our YouTube channel!We'd love to hear from you! Send us a message on Instagram or Facebook.Do you want your next vacation to be in luxury? Book your exclusive retreat here. Thanks for Listening!Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!Subscribe to the Podcast:If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or Stitcher. You can also subscribe from the podcast app on your mobile device.Leave Us an iTunes Review:Ratings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on iTunes, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on iTunes.

Summary:In this episode, Cristie and DeAnna talk about their experiences planning family vacations with their adult children (and sometimes, grandchildren). They share their tips and tricks on how to create a financial plan, what they do based on their children's income, and what they love most about these trips as a whole. Family vacations look different for everyone and don't always have to be a luxurious getaway. Cristie and DeAnna discuss their family dynamics and put into perspective some of the things they consider before planning a big trip and what family travel may look like once you hit retirement.Key Takeaways:[04:00] Things to consider when planning your family trip [06:41] How old is “too old” for family vacations?[08:14] Do your kids appreciate family vacations?[09:13] Lessons learned when traveling with your kids[12:58] Getting on the same page with your partner when planning a trip[16:41] How to decide your travel itinerary based on your budget[19:15] The benefits of family travelResources Mentioned in This Episode:Are video podcasts more your style? Subscribe to our YouTube channel!We'd love to hear from you! Send us a message on Instagram or Facebook.Do you want your next vacation to be in luxury? Book your exclusive retreat here. Thanks for Listening!Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!Subscribe to the Podcast:If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or Stitcher. You can also subscribe from the podcast app on your mobile device.Leave Us an iTunes Review:Ratings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on iTunes, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on iTunes.

Summary:Marriage is hard work. In this episode, Cristie gets vulnerable as she shares why she and her husband decided to take time apart from their marriage. Cristie and DeAnna dive deep into what it takes to put in the work, not only with your partner but within yourself. They discuss why taking a step back to focus on yourself can be the ultimate gift your marriage may need. Cristie's story will also inspire you to re-examine yourself in your marriage and ask the question, am I happy? From her hardest moments to finding the clarity she needed, Cristie bares all in this emotional, yet powerful episode.Key Takeaways:[01:47] - Cristie updates us on how her new career change is going[05:42] - Cristie gets vulnerable as she shares her relationship struggles [14:34] - What DeAnna admires most about Cristie and Kenny [17:30] - How to be alone after 20+ years of marriage[19:50] - The different steps of self-care and how each one has helped Cristie in different ways[27:24] - Kenny's biggest takeaways from focusing on his own self-care[28:49] - How to cope when you're not sure of your relationship's outcome33:48 - The powerful moment Cristie found the clarity she needed[38:15] - Cristie & Kenny's special event shared with their whole familyResources Mentioned in This Episode:Episode 72 - Change Your Breath, Change Your LifeEpisode 74 - The Mental & Emotional Impact of Making Tough DecisionsEpisode 75 - The Power of ServingCheck out Jay Shetty's book, 8 Rules of Love: How to Find It, Keep It, and Let It GoAre video podcasts more your style? Subscribe to our YouTube channel!We'd love to hear from you! Send us a message on Instagram or Facebook.Do you want your next vacation to be in luxury? Book your exclusive retreat here. Thanks for Listening!Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!Subscribe to the Podcast:If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or Stitcher. You can also subscribe from the podcast app on your mobile device.Leave Us an iTunes Review:Ratings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on iTunes, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest...

Summary:We all know that the holidays can be stressful and hectic. It's easy to feel like you're running out of time or feeling frustrated trying to find that "perfect gift" your loved ones would enjoy. But don't stress - because, in this episode, Cristie and DeAnna discuss some of their favorite gift ideas that are sure to please anyone on your list!They also talk about the importance of giving experiences rather than material things and share tips on how to make the most of a girls' weekend getaway. So if you're looking for unique gift ideas that will make your loved ones smile, this episode is for you!Key Takeaways:[02:24] DeAnna and Cristie each share their favorite moisturizer of all time[03:44] A candle scent that DeAnna can't get enough of lately[05:05] Other gift ideas that would make great stocking stuffers[06:10] Gorgeous candles Cristie loves that'll add sparkle any day[06:50] This kind of bedsheet that'll make you want to buy backups[08:55] 3 gifts given by a beloved friend that DeAnna and Cristie loved so much, they had to share what they are[11:35] A piece of clothing that looks good on everyone[12:23] Practical gift ideas with a reasonable price range that anyone would love[13:40] Kitchen appliances for that foodie in your life[15:20] One home appliance that's perfect for travel and if you don't have an iron on-hand[16:29] Beauty products that are perfect for the woman on the go[18:37] Why experiences make the best gifts, and how to plan a girls' weekend getawayResources Mentioned in This Episode:DeAnna's gift ideas:NatureWell Extra Virgin Coconut Moistruizing CreamFrasier Fir Dish SoapBamboo SheetsMinky Couture BlanketsIKEA Paring KnifeGeometry TowelsMicrofiber Face ClothsAlbion Jetsetter PantsNespresso Coffee MachineClothes Steamer

Summary:It's the season of giving and gratitude! And in today's episode, Cristie and Deanna are talking about how you can give back in ways that you may have not thought of before. From volunteering your time to simply being kind, there's always something you can do to make a difference in someone else's life. And sometimes, the biggest act of kindness is just simply showing up.So If you're looking for ways to give back this holiday season, or any time of year, tune in for some great ideas on how you can make a difference.Thanks for listening and we hope you have a very Happy Thanksgiving!Key Takeaways:[02:05] Cristie and Deanna share how they'll be celebrating Thanksgiving with their loved ones[05:44] How to prep for causes you feel passionate about[07:26] A heartwarming example of how a workplace can rally together to give back[09:54] How you can make a difference by simply being present for others[13:29] Ways in which you can show your kids how to give back[14:45] The benefits of using your time to serve others[16:48] Goal-setting and accountability for giving back and being of service to others[18:53] A powerful story of Cristie's brother, aka the Soup Man, and how he's made a difference in so many people's lives [20:58] A reminder that we can make a difference every single day, no matter how big or small our actions may beResources Mentioned in This Episode:To learn more about Thanksgiving Heroes, check our their website.Other organizations - Catholic Community Services , The Christmas Box House Episode 71 - Creating Positive Change with 100 HumanitariansAre video podcasts more your style? Subscribe to our YouTube channel!We'd love to hear from you! Send us a message on Instagram or Facebook.Do you want your next vacation to be in luxury? Book your exclusive retreat here. Thanks for Listening!Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!Subscribe to the Podcast:If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or Stitcher. You can also subscribe from the podcast app on your mobile device.Leave Us an iTunes Review:Ratings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on iTunes, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on iTunes.

Summary:A recent life change that Cristie deems one of the toughest in her career sparks this week's conversation. Cristie and DeAnna sit down in person for the first time in a while to discuss how they navigate big decisions, the impact it has on themselves, their family, and friends, and how to react to someone else's decision that could affect you. Cristie shares her emotional and mental process that helped guide her decision to leave her decade-long career and focus on her new position, Executive Regional Manager for Security National Mortgage. She talks about how she quieted the external noise and ultimately followed her intuition, making a decision that suits her best.Key Takeaways:[02:15] Cristie's recent life change she deems one of the toughest decisions in her career [06:00] How to support someone making a big life decision when it affects you[12:34] What it means when someone you know or love has a negative reaction to your decision [17:04] The lesson Cristie learned in choosing to make her career change[20:45] Cristie's top 3 takeaways from facing a big life decision[23:33] DeAnna's process on how she approaches tough decisionsResources Mentioned in This Episode:Are video podcasts more your style? Subscribe to our YouTube channel!We'd love to hear from you! Send us a message on Instagram or Facebook.Do you want your next vacation to be in luxury? Book your exclusive retreat here. Thanks for Listening!Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page.Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below!Subscribe to the Podcast:If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or Stitcher. You can also subscribe from the podcast app on your mobile device.Leave Us an iTunes Review:Ratings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on iTunes, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on iTunes.

Summary: If you're newly divorced or have been divorced for a while, reentering the dating scene may seem impossible. In this episode, Deanna is joined by her husband Scott, who opens up about his experience when he was a newly divorced dad. He talks about how he navigated the process of co-parenting, dating as a single dad, and how he found love again. Scott and Deanna also share how they've been able to create a happy and healthy relationship for their family. Scott's honest and candid perspective is sure to give you a fresh perspective on dating as a single parent. So if you're ready to start dating again, or are just curious about how it works, this episode is a must-listen! Key Takeaways: [01:45] - Meet Deanna's husband, Scott [03:12] - The adjustment period after divorce [04:01] - The importance of co-parenting and normalcy for the kids [06:44] - Should you stay in the marriage for the sake of your children or because you feel lonely? [08:29] - Tips on child schedule organization when you're divorced [10:03] - Having a social life and dating as a newly divorced dad [17:08] - A quality Deanna recommends you should look for in a partner [19:05] - Why you need to consider who you date before they become a future stepparent [25:51] - Being a stepparent to older kids [27:30] - Having "the talk" with your kids about who you're dating [34:33] - The question to ask yourself when you start dating again  [37:58] - Deanna asks Scott one final, heartfelt question about what it means to be a father Resources Mentioned in This Episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-past-that-shapes-you-cristie-north/id1562487708?i=1000521437479 (Episode 8 - The Past That Shapes You Part 1) https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-past-that-shapes-you-cristie-north-part-2/id1562487708?i=1000522327379 (Episode 9 - The Past That Shapes You Part 2)  https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-bloops-blunders-of-our-blended-families/id1562487708?i=1000531693885 (Episode 21 - The Bloops & Blunders of Our Blended Families) https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/how-to-heal-after-divorce-and-transform-your-life/id1562487708?i=1000539159274 (Episode 31 - How to Heal After Divorce and Transform Your Life Feat. Martha Bodyfelt) Are video podcasts more your style? Subscribe to our https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClTnUYPJdz3z7T0yWc58Nmg (YouTube channel)! We'd love to hear from you! Send us a message on https://www.instagram.com/piecesofawomann/ (Instagram) or https://www.facebook.com/Piecesofawomanpodcast (Facebook). Do you want your next vacation to be in luxury? Book your exclusive retreat https://www.exclusiveretreats.com/ (here).  Thanks for Listening! Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page. Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below! Subscribe to the Podcast: If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or Stitcher. You can also subscribe from the podcast app on your mobile device. Leave Us an iTunes Review: Ratings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on iTunes, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on iTunes.

Summary: In this episode, we're joined by guest Ana Lilia, a breathwork intuitive coach who helps people release stress and connect with their authentic selves. She chats about her work, how she got into it, and the importance of breathwork, transformation, and self-care.  We also dive into a guided meditation led by her. Join us as we explore how to connect with our inner selves and give them the love and support they need through this beautiful and powerful practice. Learn More About Ana: Ana Lilia is a UC Berkeley graduate, celebrated breathwork coach, and intuitive healer, whose practice focuses on the breath as a pathway for transformation. Ana is deeply attuned to her clients' needs and creates personalized healing journeys that combine breathwork, intuitive guidance, and curated music. She leaves clients feeling clear, relaxed, and empowered by guiding them through a two-step breathing technique that moves blocked energy and emotions through the body. Ana helps her clients manifest their biggest dreams by reprogramming limiting beliefs and getting them aligned with their goals. She's been featured on NBC Nightly News with Lester Holt, Los Angeles Times, Harper's Bazaar, among other publications. Key Takeaways: [01:14] - Meet Ana and learn more about her background [03:51] - What is breathwork and how it can help you [12:43] - Why intuitive breath work is an effective tool for transformational self-care [17:20] - Different types of clients Ana works with [18:41] - How to use breath work to manifest your biggest dreams [22:13] - Our younger selves and looking back to move forward [26:55] - Ways in which you can work with Ana [32:59] - What Ana would tell her 16-year-old self [34:13] - A guided meditation led by Ana Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Learn more about Ana and her breath work programs by visiting her website https://www.analilia.net/ (here). You can also connect with Ana on https://www.instagram.com/_ana_lilia/ (Instagram)!  Are video podcasts more your style? Subscribe to our https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClTnUYPJdz3z7T0yWc58Nmg (YouTube channel)! We'd love to hear from you! Send us a message on https://www.instagram.com/piecesofawomann/ (Instagram) or https://www.facebook.com/Piecesofawomanpodcast (Facebook). Do you want your next vacation to be in luxury? Book your exclusive retreat https://www.exclusiveretreats.com/ (here).  Thanks for Listening! Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page. Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below! Subscribe to the Podcast: If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or Stitcher. You can also subscribe from the podcast app on your mobile device. Leave Us an iTunes Review: Ratings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on iTunes, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on iTunes.

*Content Warning - In this episode, Heidi mentions her experience with sexual abuse. Summary: What would you do if an unexpected trip led to something you felt passionate about doing for the rest of your life? For today's guest Heidi Totten, it meant starting a non-profit called 100 Humanitarians, an organization that provides opportunities for people to get involved in hands-on humanitarian work locally and internationally. In this episode, Heidi shares her story of how a retreat to Kenya led to a life-changing experience that inspired her to start 100 Humanitarians. She talks about the important work they do in providing medical care, clean water, and education to people in need, as well as the challenges they face in operating a non-profit. Heidi also shares her advice for anyone considering getting involved in humanitarian work, and how we can all make a difference in the world. If you're interested in learning more about 100 Humanitarians or getting involved in their work, listen to the episode and visit their website to see how you can help! Learn More About Heidi: Heidi Totten started building websites in 1997. Her first attempt was a tribute to Leonardo DiCaprio post Romeo & Juliet. She spent 13 years as a Recruiter, building technical teams all over the world. Then, she quit to raise her kids for a few years before jumping into entrepreneurship and helping people with tech and business strategies. She runs The Tech Tribe for coaches and mentors who want to create an online business that integrates their website, membership site with courses and services, email autoresponder, and appointment scheduler. She loves to see the lightbulb go off about what can be created when entrepreneurs understand how to use technical tools to grow their businesses. Heidi has helped hundreds of entrepreneurs over the past 10 years. She runs Heidi Totten Consulting (heiditotten.com) and in 2015 founded 100 Humanitarians International, a non-profit that helps families in Kenya, Africa learn self-reliance and start businesses. She has led over 250 people on 25 expeditions. Heidi is a 3X best-selling author of Homeschool on Fire, Success Through Failing, and My Maasai Name is Nemparnat. Her happy place is hauling down roads in Kenya in dusty jeeps, but she is also known for her love of tacos, guacamole, and chocolate.  Key Takeaways: [01:13] Meet Heidi and her story of starting her own business [04:48] How an unexpected trip led to a life-changing experience [07:11] The inception of 100 Humanitarians in the most unlikely place [09:37] The different projects 100 Humanitarians are involved in and the impact its created [16:31] The significant impact on volunteers who go on 100 Humanitarians trips [22:56] Heidi shares the biggest transformations she's seen happen on trips [29:40] Everything you need to know about these trips: who they're for, where you can find more info about them and the cost that covers everything [33:19] Ongoing and urgent projects that Heidi and the team are working on [35:17] The massive project to help women retrieve water safely without being attacked by surrounding wildlife [37:20] Ways in which you can help and get involved with 100 Humanitarians [42:52] Heidi's advice to her younger self following her harrowing experience with sexual abuse Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Learn more about 100 Humanitarians https://100humanitarians.org/ (here) and the Usana Foundation Garden Towers https://www.usanafoundation.org/garden-towers/ (here). You can also connect with the 100 Humanitarians non-profit organization on https://www.instagram.com/100humanitarians/ (Instagram) and https://www.facebook.com/groups/100humanitarians (Facebook). Are video podcasts more your style? Subscribe to our https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClTnUYPJdz3z7T0yWc58Nmg (YouTube channel)! We'd love to hear from you! Send us a message on...

Summary: FACT: Cardiac arrest remains a public health crisis. There are more than 356,000 out-of-hospital cardiac arrests (OHCA) annually in the U.S., nearly 90% of them fatal. *according to The American Heart Association, Heart and Stroke Statistics - 2022 Update report That's a daunting statistic and one that can feel especially personal if you or someone you love has experienced cardiac arrest. And for our guest, Claire Larson, it is personal. She joins us today to share her story of surviving cardiac arrest,  her recovery and ongoing journey after receiving a heart transplant, and the advice she would give to others facing similar challenges. She also talks about donor advocacy, and why she believes that organ donation is such an important cause. Claire's story is one of hope, resilience, and courage, and we are so grateful that she shared it with us. We hope you enjoy this conversation. Learn More About Claire: At the age of 29, Claire was an aerobic instructor; exercising every day. She was happy and healthy with not a care in the world when she unexpectedly collapsed. Soon after she found out she had been living with a rare congenital heart defect. Her life was changed from this point forward. And although she knew this was something she would battle with forever, she never lost her spirit for life and was ready to fight for every moment. Claire was told early on that this would be a long road. Since that day, Claire has undergone multiple surgeries, and in 2016, she finally received a new heart. Key Takeaways: [1:02] Get to know Claire and her story [3:46] A pivotal event at 29 years old that irrevocably changed Claire's life [8:19] The disease that's the #1 killer of women [12:08] Claire shares her experience with her heart transplant  [16:46] Following her heart transplant, Claire describes her “new normal” [19:36] Why being a donor helps save lives  [24:20] Claire's top health and wellness advice for women [25:20] Walk through a day in a life with Claire and her new heart [26:40] The advice Claire would give her 20-year-old self Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Are video podcasts more your style? Subscribe to our https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClTnUYPJdz3z7T0yWc58Nmg (YouTube channel)! We'd love to hear from you! Send us a message on https://www.instagram.com/piecesofawomann/ (Instagram) or https://www.facebook.com/Piecesofawomanpodcast (Facebook). Do you want your next vacation to be in luxury? Book your exclusive retreat https://www.exclusiveretreats.com/ (here).  Thanks for Listening! Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page. Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below! Subscribe to the Podcast: If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or Stitcher. You can also subscribe from the podcast app on your mobile device. Leave Us an iTunes Review: Ratings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on iTunes, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on iTunes.

Summary: Why does infidelity happen? Is it always a sign of an unhealthy marriage, or can a relationship survive cheating? These are tough questions with no easy answers. That's why in today's episode, we're continuing Part 2 of our conversation with Gabby, a licensed clinical therapist, to share what she's seen and how she's guiding others through these tough conversations. She also explores the topic of consent in relationships, and how to create a safe space for open communication. So if you're struggling with infidelity or dealing with any other difficult relationship issues, we hope this conversation provides some helpful perspective for you. Learn More About Gabby: Gabby Erekson Acord,(she/her/hers) is a Licensed Clinical Therapist, LCSW in Salt Lake and Davis County Utah. She is the owner of Mood Psychotherapy and Coaching in Salt Lake and Davis County Utah. Mood therapists are focused on trauma-informed family and relationship dynamics and internal family systems SELF work. Gabby is a researcher, writer, and advocate for safe relationships and families in high demand cultures. Online she can be found athttp://www.moodptc.com/ ( www.moodptc.com), Gabby Erekson Acord on Facebook, and on Instagram at Gabbyacord. Key Takeaways: [01:00] Introduction and background info on Gabby [01:44] One of the most challenging parts of a relationship that Gabby has seen and worked through with couples [03:09] Why women need to be aware of their own fragility [04:04] Defining codependency and how it manifests in the dynamics of your relationship with others [08:08] Gabby breaks down her process of how trust can be restored in a broken relationship [13:17] Recognizing your patterns to become less codependent, and more on setting boundaries [17:48] An example of how codependency can present itself  [20:29] How the meaning of infidelity changed over time and what it currently looks like now [22:33] The importance of creating a safe space for open communication in your relationship [25:22] What women can do to take back control and live in a better space [27:07] Why it's important to consider who has access to you and how you provide consent [30:33] How you can connect with Gabby [31:34] Gabby shares what she would tell her 20-year-old self Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Listen to Part 1, Episode 68 with Gabby, https://piecesofawoman.com/how-we-respond-to-pain-and-trauma-in-ourselves-and-relationships-pow68/ (How We Respond to Pain and Trauma in Ourselves and Relationships). Interested in working with Gabby? Check out her website https://moodptc.com/ (here).  You can also connect with her on https://www.instagram.com/gabbyacord/ (Instagram) and https://www.facebook.com/acordtherapy (Facebook). Are video podcasts more your style? Subscribe to our https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClTnUYPJdz3z7T0yWc58Nmg (YouTube channel)! We'd love to hear from you! Send us a message on https://www.instagram.com/piecesofawomann/ (Instagram) or https://www.facebook.com/Piecesofawomanpodcast (Facebook). Do you want your next vacation to be in luxury? Book your exclusive retreat https://www.exclusiveretreats.com/ (here).  Thanks for Listening! Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page. Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below! Subscribe to the Podcast: If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or Stitcher. You can also subscribe from the podcast app on your mobile device. Leave Us an iTunes Review: Ratings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on iTunes, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a...

Summary: When a traumatic event happens, it can be difficult to know how to cope. In this episode, Cristie and Deanna sit down with guest Gabby Acord, a licensed clinical therapist, to explore what it means to be curious about your mental health. Gabby discusses how trauma can manifest in your life and the importance of connecting with yourself to begin the healing process. Gabby also shares insights on how self-awareness and vulnerability are key to working through your traumas and what you can do to get started. So if you're struggling with trauma, this episode is for you! Learn More About Gabby: Gabby Erekson Acord, (she/her/hers) is a Licensed Clinical Therapist, LCSW in Salt Lake and Davis County Utah. She is the owner of Mood Psychotherapy and Coaching in Salt Lake and Davis County Utah. Mood therapists are focused on trauma-informed family and relationship dynamics and internal family systems SELF work. Gabby is a researcher, writer, and advocate for safe relationships and families in high-demand cultures. Online she can be found at http://www.moodptc.com/ (www.moodptc.com), Gabby Erekson Acord on Facebook, and on Instagram at Gabbyacord. Key Takeaways: [01:15] - Introduction and background of Gabby [03:44] - Why people may be hesitant to try therapy [10:25] - How important relationship safety is and how it helps you to understand people's behaviors [12:50] - Why having someone to talk to without an agenda helps you to connect with yourself and process more clearly [14:57] - Why therapy can be a beautiful gift [17:34] - Hyper-vigilance vs. self-awareness [26:59] - The danger of dismissing trauma [29:50] -  The importance of self-awareness and understanding the dysfunctional patterns that are often exhibited in one's life [31:44] - Why you shouldn't make any big decisions when you're feeling flooded [34:29] - The goal of opening your mind and heart to connect with yourself Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Interested in working with Gabby? Check out her website https://moodptc.com/ (here).  You can also connect with her on https://www.instagram.com/gabbyacord/ (Instagram) and https://www.facebook.com/acordtherapy (Facebook). Are video podcasts more your style? Subscribe to our https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClTnUYPJdz3z7T0yWc58Nmg (YouTube channel)! We'd love to hear from you! Send us a message on https://www.instagram.com/piecesofawomann/ (Instagram) or https://www.facebook.com/Piecesofawomanpodcast (Facebook). Do you want your next vacation to be in luxury? Book your exclusive retreat https://www.exclusiveretreats.com/ (here).  Thanks for Listening! Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page. Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below! Subscribe to the Podcast: If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or Stitcher. You can also subscribe from the podcast app on your mobile device. Leave Us an iTunes Review: Ratings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on iTunes, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on iTunes.

Summary: We're back and we're starting Season 3 with a bang! In this episode, we talk all about how to keep your marriage spicy. Genna Thomsen joins us as she shares her tips and tricks on how she keeps her 25-year marriage full of passion, intimacy, and connection. Genna talks about the foundation she built with her husband despite some of life's extreme challenges and what makes her marriage so successful today. We hope this episode will leave you with some new insight on how to spice up things in the bedroom and bring back your teenage sex drive. Learn More About Genna: 48 years young! Happily Married 25+ years Mother of three beautiful children, (Two Living, One not) Favorite color: Purple, any shade! Favorite food: Raspberries, well most anything from the garden. I believe in love and choosing to be happy over being right in any circumstance. I love holding hands and taking a Sunday afternoon nap. I believe people are inherently good, that life is full of wonderful joys. I love to help and serve! A poem that captures the heart of me is: Be Present. Make Love. Make tea. Avoid small talk. Embrace conversation. Buy a plant, water it. Make your bed. Make someone else's bed. Have a smart mouth, and quick wit. Run. Make art. Create. Swim in the ocean. Swim in the rain. Take chances. Ask questions. Make mistakes. Learn. Know your worth. Love fiercely. Forgive quickly. Let go of what doesn't make you happy. Grow. Another Poem that speaks deeply to who I am and who I strive to be is The Invitation Oriah Mountain Dreamer: Read this. Then ask yourself if you can sit with pain, mine or your own, without moving to hide it, or fade it, or fix it. Can you live with failure, yours and mine, and still stand at the edge of the lake and shout to the silver of the full moon 'Yes'? Make today count, time is the most precious gift we all have. Key Takeaways: [03:05] Meet Genna, her background, and how she met her husband of 25 years [05:42] One of the foundations that makes Genna's marriage so successful [13:57] What to do if you have no sex drive [18:50] How to keep the fire going 25 years into marriage [21:44] The mindset that keeps Genna going and how she continues to show her love [29:23] Growing up in a conservative area and getting over the hurdle of not wanting to enjoy sex [34:01] Advice for women in 20+ years of marriage trying to find their sex drive again [36:47] A letter to 20-year-old Genna Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Find out your love language with https://5lovelanguages.com/quizzes/love-language (The Love Language Quiz)! Are video podcasts more your style? Subscribe to our https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClTnUYPJdz3z7T0yWc58Nmg (YouTube channel)! We'd love to hear from you! Send us a message on https://www.instagram.com/piecesofawomann/ (Instagram) or https://www.facebook.com/Piecesofawomanpodcast (Facebook). Do you want your next vacation to be in luxury? Book your exclusive retreat https://www.exclusiveretreats.com/ (here).  Thanks for Listening! Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page. Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below! Subscribe to the Podcast: If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or Stitcher. You can also subscribe from the podcast app on your mobile device. Leave Us an iTunes Review: Ratings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on iTunes, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on iTunes.

Summary: It's the last episode of our summer hiatus, and we're ending Season 2 by bringing back a popular episode all about finding your style at 50 and beyond. Erin Mathis is a style coach who joins us in this episode and shares her tips and tricks on how to reinvent your style while staying true to your authentic self, no matter your age. Learn More About Erin: Erin Mathis, cofounder of The Style Core, is a Style Coach for women in midlife who feel stuck in a rut and want to empower themselves to take charge of their future. She helps women uplevel their personal style so they show the world who they really are and align their image with the impact they want to make. She applies the same process she used to transform her own image to help her clients reinvent themselves so they can confidently show up as the captivating women they are and tell the world who they are through their look. From her hometown in Northern California, Erin coaches women around the world online through her signature transformational program, Create Your Million Dollar Look. Key Takeaways: 02:13 - How Erin got started in her image consulting journey 03:59 - What is image consulting? 04:33 - How your style can transform your life 09:06 - Dressing for your body type 11:24 - Tricks to make yourself look taller and your legs look longer  14:28 - How to highlight or camouflage your hips 15:25 - Erin's current clientele 16:18 - Why hire a style coach? 20:06 - The differences in generations and their choices of style 25:58 - How to find a style that is true to you 30:08 - What does a style package look like? Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Learn more about The Style Core https://thestylecore.com/ (here). Connect with Erin on https://www.instagram.com/yourmilliondollarlook/ (Instagram) or check out her website https://erinmathis.com/ (here). Watch Erin's TedTalk, https://erinmathis.com/#ted-talk (The Power of Image to Transform Your Life) Join Erin's program, https://erinmathis.com/mdl-waitlist/ (Your Million Dollar Look) Download Erin's freebie - http://www.thestylecore.com/freebie (My Top 5 Secrets to Uplevel Your Style) Are video podcasts more your style? Subscribe to our https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClTnUYPJdz3z7T0yWc58Nmg (YouTube channel)! We'd love to hear from you! Send us a message on https://www.instagram.com/piecesofawomann/ (Instagram) or https://www.facebook.com/Piecesofawomanpodcast (Facebook). Do you want your next vacation to be in luxury? Book your exclusive retreat https://www.exclusiveretreats.com/ (here).  Thanks for Listening! Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page. Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below! Subscribe to the Podcast: If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or Stitcher. You can also subscribe from the podcast app on your mobile device. Leave Us an iTunes Review: Ratings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on iTunes, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on iTunes.

*DISCLAIMER - This show is not a substitute for rehabilitation, medical treatment, or advice. Please talk to a health professional if alcohol consumption is a risk to your mental/physical health or others. Summary: Are you struggling with your relationship with alcohol? Do you feel like you can't control how much you drink, or that drinking has taken over your life? We're joined by guest Mary Wagstaff to talk about her experience with alcoholism, how she overcame it, and the steps she took to become sober. She also shares her insights on how to create a life you love, even if you're struggling with addiction.  If you want to learn more about how to break free from the cycle of addiction and start living your best life, we've brought back this popular episode for you.  Learn More About Mary: Mary Wagstaff is a holistic alcohol coach for women. She is radicalizing what it means to live alcohol-free through the lens of Women's empowerment for the aquarian age. Where not drinking becomes the obvious choice to seek long-lasting joy and gain more access to innate super powers of emotion, humanity, and divinity. She has been a student and teacher of the magical holistic and contemplative arts, resilience, and mindfulness for 22 years. She ended an almost 20-year relationship with alcohol without rules, labels or ever making excuses. The framework used to dismantle alcohol is what has made her a better leader, Mother, and sacred ally to human injustices and underserved populations. It is her mission to change the stigma and narrative around addiction and mental health as something that happens to the "other". Rather, it is a human condition that will begin to change as the collective continues to evolve. Claiming our powers as magnetic creators and the human liberation model of embracing the depth of the emotional self, rather than shaming it. She is the host of the popular self-help podcast Stop Drinking & Start Living. Key Takeaways: 01:40 - Meet Mary and how her journey began 02:16 - The inspiration behind Mary's podcast, Stop Drinking and Start Living 11:19 - Exploring and questioning your relationship with alcohol 18:12 - Does age affect how you feel about your relationship with alcohol? 32:48 - How to create a life you love, even if you're struggling with addiction 22:54 - Surprising studies of women drinking alcohol in comparison to men 26:46 - The steps you can do to take control of your life and relationship with alcohol 40:34 - How you can connect with Mary Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Learn more about Mary and her 1:1 coaching by visiting her https://marywagstaffcoach.com/ (website). Tune in to Mary's podcast, Stop Drinking and Start Living, https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/stop-drinking-and-start-living/id1500358844 (here). You can also connect with her on https://www.instagram.com/marywagstaffcoaching/ (Instagram)! Are video podcasts more your style? Subscribe to our https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClTnUYPJdz3z7T0yWc58Nmg (YouTube channel)! We'd love to hear from you! Send us a message on https://www.instagram.com/piecesofawomann/ (Instagram) or https://www.facebook.com/Piecesofawomanpodcast (Facebook). Do you want your next vacation to be in luxury? Book your exclusive retreat https://www.exclusiveretreats.com/ (here).  Thanks for Listening! Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page. Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below! Subscribe to the Podcast: If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or Stitcher. You can also subscribe from the podcast app on your mobile device. Leave Us an iTunes Review: Ratings and reviews from our listeners are extremely...

Summary: A hot topic we've been asked to bring back is parenting adult children. In this episode, we talk about what it's like to navigate the world of parenting now that our kids are grown. We share our personal stories, lessons we've learned, boundaries we've set, and tips you can start implementing today as you parent your adult children.  Key Takeaways: 02:39 - Cristie and DeAnna's favorite part of parenting adult children 06:41 - Parenting your adult children if they're single vs. married 07:42 - What to do when your kids create their own traditions without you/with their new families 10:27 - How to avoid giving unsolicited advice 14:10 - Navigating the shift from parenting teens to parenting adults 19:03 - Setting boundaries with parenting styles, when your kids move back home, etc. 25:42 - When your adult children call you and need help 26:45 - Cristie and DeAnna's #1 tip for parenting adult children 31:02 - Examples of some parenting fails 32:48 - What Cristie and DeAnna are most grateful for Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Check out the https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/grit-n-grace-the-podcast/id1121443054 (Grit 'n' Grace Podcast)! Are video podcasts more your style? Subscribe to our https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClTnUYPJdz3z7T0yWc58Nmg (YouTube channel)! We'd love to hear from you! Send us an email about your parenting adult children experiences or message us on https://www.instagram.com/piecesofawomann/ (Instagram) or https://www.facebook.com/Piecesofawomanpodcast (Facebook). Do you want your next vacation to be in luxury? Book your exclusive retreat https://www.exclusiveretreats.com/ (here).  Thanks for Listening! Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page. Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below! Subscribe to the Podcast: If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or Stitcher. You can also subscribe from the podcast app on your mobile device. Leave Us an iTunes Review: Ratings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on iTunes, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on iTunes.

Summary: This week, we have a bonus episode for you! Cristie had the pleasure of being a guest on the Angels and Awakening Podcast with Julie Jancius. She shares her emotional story of losing her son, Taylor, to suicide and the many ways she's been able to connect with her son since his passing. A big thank you to Julie for having Cristie on her podcast and allowing her to carry on Taylor's memory. Resources Mentioned in This Episode: To learn more about the Taylor Hagen Foundation, click https://www.thmemorialfoundation.org/ (here). Thanks for Listening! Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page. Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below! Subscribe to the Podcast: If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or Stitcher. You can also subscribe from the podcast app on your mobile device. Leave Us an iTunes Review: Ratings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on iTunes, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on iTunes.

Summary: We're bringing back one of our personal favorites, this episode with Ruby Dhal. This amazing, best-selling author is wise beyond her years and shares with us how to find hope and beauty in our pain. We talk about how life is not about the destination, but the journey and learning how to heal from any obstacle that life throws your way. This episode will leave you empowered and inspired. Learn More About Ruby: Ruby is a British-Afhan Sikh poetess and best-selling author of 4 books with an online readership of over a quarter of a million. She has her Master's Degree in Philosophy from Kings College in London. After experiencing the loss of her mother at a young age, she turned to writing and books to form her escapism from painful experiences of the world. She is committed to helping empower readers to mend their hearts, understand themselves better, engage in self-care and love themselves and those around them without insecurities Key Takeaways: 01:05 - Meet author, Ruby Dhal 03:06 - How Ruby got her start as a writer  06:46 - The life event that catapulted Ruby down this path 12:20 - How to understand your own personal healing journey 14:49 - Where most people get stuck in their healing journey and how to move past it 22:38 - 2 important lessons Ruby has learned in her life so far 24:12 - Ruby's advice for her 16-year-old self 26:03 - Cristie's advice for her 30-year-old self 28:01 - DeAnna's advice to young adults Resources Mentioned in This Episode: To learn more about Ruby and to purchase her books, visit her website https://www.rubydhal.com/ (here). Connect with Ruby on https://www.instagram.com/r.dhalwriter/?hl=en (Instagram), https://www.facebook.com/r.dhalwriter/ (Facebook), https://www.tiktok.com/@r.dhalwriter?lang=en (TikTok), https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCXsHwsGZCpZT7bRixYlakqg (YouTube), and https://twitter.com/rdhalwriter?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor (Twitter)! You can also check out her blog https://www.rubydhalblog.com/ (here). Are video podcasts more your style? Subscribe to our https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClTnUYPJdz3z7T0yWc58Nmg (YouTube channel)! We'd love to hear from you! Send us a message on https://www.instagram.com/piecesofawomann/ (Instagram) or https://www.facebook.com/Piecesofawomanpodcast (Facebook). Do you want your next vacation to be in luxury? Book your exclusive retreat https://www.exclusiveretreats.com/ (here).  Thanks for Listening! Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page. Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below! Subscribe to the Podcast: If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or Stitcher. You can also subscribe from the podcast app on your mobile device. Leave Us an iTunes Review: Ratings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on iTunes, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on iTunes.

*Content warning - We talk with Sheridyn Cannon about her son's intense battle with drug addiction and his multiple relapses. Summary: We're bringing back this heartbreaking episode with Sheridyn Cannon as she talks about her son's addiction, and how it changed her and her family's life. Sheridyn shares how her son Cade's drug addiction started at a young age and how years of addiction affected them both through rehab, jail, and, finally, sobriety. Learn More About Sheridyn: Sheridyn and her husband Gary have been in the Real Estate industry for a combined 55+ years. They own their own brokerage and have for over 30 years. They were married in 1998 with Sheridyn having 2 children and Gary 1, they blended their family and had twins in 2001 together. His, mine, and ours! Sheridyn's oldest son, at the age of 15 was in a motocross racing accident and had broken several bones. While recovering he was prescribed pain meds (opioids) and loved the effect they had on him. He quickly became addicted to oxycontin which led to heroin. Sheridyn is gracious to share her 5+ year battle with child addiction. She hopes to encourage and inspire anyone who is searching, hoping, and praying there is something you can do as a parent to save your child. Her then 23-year-old daughter got caught up in and addicted to crack cocaine. Blending families brings on its own challenges itself, throw in a couple of drug addicts, and there you have it! Grateful to say now both her son and daughter are doing remarkable and both clean. Key Takeaways: 02:49 - Meet Cade 05:49 - How Cade's addiction started 09:56 - The moment Sheridyn knew her son had shifted from prescription drugs to heroin 11:03 - The denial period, defending her son, and the toll it took on her marriage 13:06 - Sheridyn's 1st piece of advice for parents dealing with a child addict 16:40 - The darkest point for Sheridyn  21:59 - Why the 5th rehab program helped Cade the most 24:12 - Cade's rock bottom and the major life event that changed his life for the better 34:37 - Where Cade is today 36:40 - Sheridyn's 2nd piece of advice for parents of children struggling with addiction 38:40 - Advice for the mother dealing with shame  Resources Mentioned in This Episode: If you or someone you know is struggling with substance abuse, call the https://www.samhsa.gov/find-help/national-helpline (SAMHSA's National Hotline) at 1-800-662-HELP. It's free, confidential, and available 24/7, 365 days a year. Are video podcasts more your style? Subscribe to our https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClTnUYPJdz3z7T0yWc58Nmg (YouTube channel)! We'd love to hear from you! Send us a message on https://www.instagram.com/piecesofawomann/ (Instagram) or https://www.facebook.com/Piecesofawomanpodcast (Facebook). Thanks for Listening! Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page. Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below! Subscribe to the Podcast: If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or Stitcher. You can also subscribe from the podcast app on your mobile device. Leave Us an iTunes Review: Ratings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on iTunes, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on iTunes.

Summary: This week is all about self-love. We're re-sharing one of our most popular episodes on the topic. Megan Logan joins us as we talk about what it means to “love ourselves” because it's not all bubble baths and manicures. You will learn how to embrace who you are, where you are, how to have more compassion for yourself, and some practical tips to help you start today.  Learn More About Megan: Megan is the author of Self Love Workbook for Women she also has been providing therapy for the last 20 years, Megan Logan has worked with many different populations including abused children, sexual assault survivors, those struggling with eating disorders, and various mental health conditions. Helping others to heal through their challenges and adversities has given her wisdom and insight on how to become unstuck and move forward in life. Megan has always enjoyed developing creative and unique activities and interventions in her child and adolescent therapy sessions. She has been a contributing therapist in Liana Lowenstein's book Assessment and Treatment Activities for Children, Adolescents, and Families: Practitioners Share Their Most Effective Techniques (2010) and Assessment and Treatment Activities for Children, Adolescents, and Families VOLUME 3: Practitioners Share Their Most Effective Techniques by Liana Lowenstein (2011).  Megan has also contributed original creative therapeutic activities for PERCENSYS CORE Learning, LLC's resource and toolkit for practitioners with a focus on children and trauma, children and divorce, healthy relationships, healthy choices, mindfulness, impulse control, mindful eating, body image, assertiveness, and emotional regulation. Key Takeaways: 02:20 - Who is Megan Logan? 04:18 - What is the difference between self-care vs. self-love? 10:05 - Social media, its evolution, and the effects on our youth 15:21 - The start of Megan's self-love journey and what led her to create her Self-Love Workbook for Women 21:48 - 5-minute daily practice ideas to start your self-love journey today  24:04 - How to practice self-love when there's not enough time in the day 26:11 - Why now is the perfect time to start 26:46 - Self-compassion vs. self-esteem Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Learn more about Megan by visiting her https://www.meganloganlcsw.com/ (website). You can also connect with Megan on https://www.instagram.com/meganloganlcsw/ (Instagram)! Grab a copy of her Self-Love Workbook for Women https://www.amazon.com/Self-Love-Workbook-Women-Self-Doubt-Self-Compassion/dp/1647397294/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr= (here). https://piecesofawoman.com/learning-to-love-your-body-feat-juliana-hauser-pow58/ (Episode 58 - Learning to Love Your Body Feat. Juliana Hauser ) Are video podcasts more your style? Subscribe to our https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClTnUYPJdz3z7T0yWc58Nmg (YouTube channel)! We'd love to hear from you! Send us a message on https://www.instagram.com/piecesofawomann/ (Instagram) or https://www.facebook.com/Piecesofawomanpodcast (Facebook). Do you want your next vacation to be in luxury? Book your exclusive retreat https://www.exclusiveretreats.com/ (here).  Thanks for Listening! Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page. Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below! Subscribe to the Podcast: If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or Stitcher. You can also subscribe from the podcast app on your mobile device. Leave Us an iTunes Review: Ratings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on iTunes, which exposes our show to more awesome...

Summary: In this episode, we're re-sharing our thoughts on being in our 50s - the good, the bad, and the ugly. We share some of our most surprising moments, what we didn't see coming, and how we've learned to embrace all parts. This is real talk, we bare it all, we laugh, and hold nothing back. You'll leave this episode with relatable stories, a good laugh, and the best advice we could give from experience.  Key Takeaways: 05:56 - A message to our younger listeners about what not to take for granted while your young 06:18 - The 1st set of physical changes that you experience as you age 07:50 - Daily struggles with Cristie and DeAnna  09:50 - Plastic surgery: do have it or not? 12:31 - What is peezing? 13:53 - The #1 thing Cristie refuses to do  15:46 - The 2nd set of physical changes your body goes through as you age 17:57 - DeAnna's thoughts on cosmetic surgery 22:10 - The beautiful side of your 50s Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Movie - https://www.amazon.com/Death-Becomes-Her-Meryl-Streep/dp/B002MFV2IK (Death Becomes Her) Check out these comfy https://www.vionicshoes.com/women/slippers.html (Vionic Slippers)! Recommended Readers - https://bunnyeyez.com/ (Bunny Eyez) https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-past-that-shapes-you-cristie-north/id1562487708?i=1000521437479 (Episode 8 - The Past That Shapes You with Cristie North Pt. 1) https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-past-that-shapes-you-cristie-north-part-2/id1562487708?i=1000522327379 (Episode 9 - The Past That Shapes You with Cristie North Pt. 2) https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/finding-hope-and-beauty-in-our-pain/id1562487708?i=1000523902774 (Episode 11 - Finding Hope and Beauty in Our Pain Feat. Ruby Dhal) https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/why-having-the-talk-with-your-kids-is-not-enough-feat/id1562487708?i=1000563766948 (Episode 57 - Why Having “The Talk” with Your Kids is Not Enough Feat. Dr. Juliana Hauser) Are video podcasts more your style? Subscribe to our https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClTnUYPJdz3z7T0yWc58Nmg (YouTube channel)! We'd love to hear from you! Send us a message on https://www.instagram.com/piecesofawomann/ (Instagram) or https://www.facebook.com/Piecesofawomanpodcast (Facebook). Do you want your next vacation to be in luxury? Book your exclusive retreat https://www.exclusiveretreats.com/ (here).  Thanks for Listening! Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page. Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below! Subscribe to the Podcast: If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or Stitcher. You can also subscribe from the podcast app on your mobile device. Leave Us an iTunes Review: Ratings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on iTunes, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on iTunes.

Summary: This week, we're re-sharing a personal favorite. This episode is all about building your community of women and why it's important for the mind, body, and soul. Friendships come and go, but the bond created with your best girlfriends is unlike any other. We are thankful to Leigh Anne Garcia, Laura Fidler, and Lisa Jungemann for joining us and sharing their stories and perspective. Key Takeaways: 03:13 - Meet Cristie and DeAnna's closest girlfriends 05:14 - How their relationships with friends have developed over the years and what they prioritize now 08:09 - The value of perspective now vs. in their 20s  10:49 - Why it's important to build friendships with people who align with your values  12:53 - The #1 way to teach your daughters how to value friendships  14:32 - Gut instincts and the role it plays when developing true friendships  17:40 - Advice that Cristie has shared with her daughters about choosing their friends 18:33 - The most memorable moments spent with your best girlfriends 21:59 - The different ways girlfriends have saved us  Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Are video podcasts more your style? Subscribe to our https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClTnUYPJdz3z7T0yWc58Nmg (YouTube channel)! We'd love to hear from you! Send us a message on https://www.instagram.com/piecesofawomann/ (Instagram) or https://www.facebook.com/Piecesofawomanpodcast (Facebook). Do you want your next vacation to be in luxury? Book your exclusive retreat https://www.exclusiveretreats.com/ (here).  Thanks for Listening! Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page. Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below! Subscribe to the Podcast: If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or Stitcher. You can also subscribe from the podcast app on your mobile device. Leave Us an iTunes Review: Ratings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on iTunes, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on iTunes.

Summary: We're shining the spotlight on another popular episode with Dr. Juliana - learning to love your body. Part 2 takes us into a deep conversation regarding women and our relationship with our bodies. She shares why we need to understand our relationship with our bodies, the importance of having a body mentor, and why what we say about ourselves may be affecting our children. Learn More About Dr. Juliana: Dr. Juliana is a licensed marriage and family therapist and a counselor with a Ph.D. in counseling education. For 20 years, she's worked with clients to help them manage relationships, sexuality, confidence, infertility, and more. Her work has been featured in Oprah, CBS's The DrS., The Wall Street Journal, Forbes, Women's Health, The Discovery Channel, Martha Stewart, Conde Nest, TV Panel ShareCare, Inc., and Shape (among others).    Her flagship courses include REVEALED: Uncovering your Sexual Story, REVEALED International Facilitation Certification, Radical: A New Relationship with Your Body, Be Your Own (S)expert and The Wanting. She's also a writer and thought-leader, and she speaks for audiences around the world. Most recently, she was named the Lifestyle Expert for Tempur Sealy, where she also serves on their Sleep Council, is the therapist at large for The Broadway Collective, and is the (S)expert for Campowerment.  Key Takeaways: 01:43 - What inspired Dr. Juliana to focus on the relationship with our bodies and how she helps people today 03:15 - Body image vs. Having a relationship with your body 10:15 - How to take back control by being vulnerable 11:17 - When transformation happens in relation to how you view your body 11:29 - How to respond when someone shares a sacred story or moment with you 12:18 - The #1 reason to understand the relationship you have with your body  14:57 - The #1 question to always ask your body 18:37 - What is a body mentor? 21:38 - Why it's important to assess the relationship with your body after trauma  24:51 - How the negative self talk about our bodies affect our children  Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Learn more about Dr. Juliana on her website https://dr-juliana.com/ (here). You can also connect with her on https://www.instagram.com/drjulianahauser/ (Instagram) and https://www.facebook.com/drjulianamorris (Facebook)! Tune in to Part 1 with Dr. Juliana - https://piecesofawoman.com/why-having-the-talk-with-your-kids-is-not-enough-pow57/ (Why Having "The Talk" with Your Kids is Not Enough) Join Dr. Juliana's Course, REVEALED, https://dr-juliana.com/revealed/ (here). Are video podcasts more your style? Subscribe to our https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClTnUYPJdz3z7T0yWc58Nmg (YouTube channel)! We'd love to hear from you! Send us a message on https://www.instagram.com/piecesofawomann/ (Instagram) or https://www.facebook.com/Piecesofawomanpodcast (Facebook). Do you want your next vacation to be in luxury? Book your exclusive retreat https://www.exclusiveretreats.com/ (here).  Thanks for Listening! Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page. Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below! Subscribe to the Podcast: If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or Stitcher. You can also subscribe from the podcast app on your mobile device. Leave Us an iTunes Review: Ratings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on iTunes, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on iTunes.

Summary: This week we're bringing back a fan-favorite episode. Dr. Juliana joins us as we explore the meaning of sexual agency and how it empowers us in every area of our lives. She talks about normalizing conversations about sex with our kids, why it's important, and also dives deep into how connecting to our sexuality says EVERYTHING about how we see ourselves, our relationships, and the world. Learn More About Dr. Juliana: Dr. Juliana is a licensed marriage and family therapist and a counselor with a Ph.D. in counseling education. For 20 years, she's worked with clients to help them manage relationships, sexuality, confidence, infertility, and more. Her work has been featured in Oprah, CBS's The DrS., The Wall Street Journal, Forbes, Women's Health, The Discovery Channel, Martha Stewart, Conde Nest, TV Panel ShareCare, Inc., and Shape (among others).    Her flagship courses include REVEALED: Uncovering your Sexual Story, REVEALED International Facilitation Certification, Radical: A New Relationship with Your Body, Be Your Own (S)expert and The Wanting. She's also a writer and thought-leader, and she speaks for audiences around the world. Most recently, she was named the Lifestyle Expert for Tempur Sealy, where she also serves on their Sleep Council, is the therapist at large for The Broadway Collective, and is the (S)expert for Campowerment.  Key Takeaways: 01:54 - Meet Juliana and how she got started in the field of sex education  04:21 - What is sexual agency?   08:57 - The benefits of teaching "agency" in your household 10:05 - How to have a healthy dialogue with your children about sex  12:30 - Juliana's advice on normalizing conversations about sex with your kids from childhood to teen years  20:43 - It starts with the parent - raising sexually competent children  22:19 - Why Juliana believes your sex toys shouldn't be locked away 23:28 - How to set the boundary of what is acceptable and what is not in your home 25:10 - Why remaining curious is key to understanding your sexuality and who you are 28:30 - The gift of aging Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Learn more about Dr. Juliana on her website https://dr-juliana.com/ (here). You can also connect with her on https://www.instagram.com/drjulianahauser/ (Instagram) and https://www.facebook.com/drjulianamorris (Facebook)! Are video podcasts more your style? Subscribe to our https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClTnUYPJdz3z7T0yWc58Nmg (YouTube channel)! We'd love to hear from you! Send us a message on https://www.instagram.com/piecesofawomann/ (Instagram) or https://www.facebook.com/Piecesofawomanpodcast (Facebook). Do you want your next vacation to be in luxury? Book your exclusive retreat https://www.exclusiveretreats.com/ (here).  Thanks for Listening! Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page. Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below! Subscribe to the Podcast: If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or Stitcher. You can also subscribe from the podcast app on your mobile device. Leave Us an iTunes Review: Ratings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on iTunes, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on iTunes.

Summary: In this episode, Cristie and DeAnna are wrapping up Season 2 with a book review of Brené Brown's, Atlas of the Heart. They share their biggest takeaways, what resonated most, and how they're incorporating new elements into their own lives. The theme of this season has been the New You in '22, and this book is the perfect addition. Key Takeaways: [03:59] Who is Brené Brown? [05:36] Why this book is so powerful to read  [07:59] Chapter 1: Places We Go When Things Are Uncertain or Too Much [08:35] Chapter 2: Places We Go When We Compare - what hit home for Cristie and DeAnna [10:21] Chapter 6: Places We Go When We're Hurting - Grief vs. Anguish  [13:30] Chapter 5: Places We Go When Things Aren't What They Seem - Irony vs. Sarcasm [16:01] Thoughts on resentment and why it resonates most with DeAnna [17:26] The ideal audience for this book [18:46] Understanding your emotions and how it affects your mental health [21:35] DeAnna's biggest takeaway from this book  Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Purchase your copy of Atlas of the Heart https://www.amazon.com/Atlas-Heart-Meaningful-Connection-Experience/dp/0399592555 (here). Check out Brené Brown's podcasts: https://open.spotify.com/show/3oEPsPKDhPVoNNL7pH5db6?si=c91c9d54e6ab4061 (Dare to Lead) and https://open.spotify.com/show/4P86ZzHf7EOlRG7do9LkKZ?si=c4b51607299444ac (Unlocking Us). Are video podcasts more your style? Subscribe to our https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClTnUYPJdz3z7T0yWc58Nmg (YouTube channel)! We'd love to hear from you! Send us a message on https://www.instagram.com/piecesofawomann/ (Instagram) or https://www.facebook.com/Piecesofawomanpodcast (Facebook). Do you want your next vacation to be in luxury? Book your exclusive retreat https://www.exclusiveretreats.com/ (here).  Thanks for Listening! Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page. Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below! Subscribe to the Podcast: If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or Stitcher. You can also subscribe from the podcast app on your mobile device. Leave Us an iTunes Review: Ratings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on iTunes, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on iTunes.

Summary: In this episode, Cristie shares her life-changing experience with Ayahuasca, a psychedelic brew aimed to open the mind and heal past traumas. She talks about the process leading up to the ceremony, the four different experiences that can take place, and why she chose to do it in the first place. Key Takeaways: [03:00] What is Ayahuasca? [04:49] What led Cristie to book her Ayahuasca Retreat in Costa Rica [10:00] 2 types of Ayahuasca experiences  [11:41] The mental and physical preparation before taking the herbal medicine [13:48] The length and format of the ceremonies [14:55] The benefits of Ayahuasca [16:28] Cristie's resort experience of the Ayahuasca ceremony   [21:19] What is the “purging” response? [25:08] 4 experiences you can have  [29:23] What Cristie gained from this life-changing experience  [36:19] How to integrate the process into your everyday life  [39:28] Who is Ayahuasca for? [42:14] The different countries to visit for an Ayahuasca retreat Resources Mentioned in This Episode: If you book your Ayahuasca Retreat at https://soltara.co/ (Soltara Healing Center) or https://www.rythmia.com/ (Rythmia Life Advancement Center), let them know Cristie sent you! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OK-4xAZL1Zg (YouTube video about Ayahuasca by Tatiana James). Book - https://www.amazon.com/Cosmic-Serpent-Origins-Knowledge-published/dp/B00XWRFQUW/ref=sr_1_2?crid=1JSPNM8O07J2U&keywords=the+cosmic+serpent&qid=1652382102&sprefix=the+cosmic+%2Caps%2C126&sr=8-2 (The Cosmic Serpent by Jeremy Narby). Check out the Hulu Series, https://www.hulu.com/series/nine-perfect-strangers-2be55e1a-4c31-4af6-aa25-e5c85528b73a (Nine Perfect Strangers). Tune into our previous Episode 35 - https://piecesofawoman.com/solo-tripping-the-power-of-a-solo-trip-pow35/ (Solo Tripping - The Power of a Solo Trip)! Are video podcasts more your style? Subscribe to our https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClTnUYPJdz3z7T0yWc58Nmg (YouTube channel)! We'd love to hear from you! Send us a message on https://www.instagram.com/piecesofawomann/ (Instagram) or https://www.facebook.com/Piecesofawomanpodcast (Facebook). Do you want your next vacation to be in luxury? Book your exclusive retreat https://www.exclusiveretreats.com/ (here).  Thanks for Listening! Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page. Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below! Subscribe to the Podcast: If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or Stitcher. You can also subscribe from the podcast app on your mobile device. Leave Us an iTunes Review: Ratings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on iTunes, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on iTunes.

Summary: In this episode, Cristie and DeAnna visit with Kimberly Kingsley to discuss how they can raise their frequency with four simple tools. They talk about how living authentically creates a higher vibration and how that translates to more clarity, peace, and a joyous life. Learn More About Kimberly: Kimberly Kingsley is a licensed counselor, author, and host of the High Vibrational Life podcast. Kimberly is the founder of The Flow Lab, which is an employee wellness training company focused on helping people navigate these times with greater clarity and resilience. Her books include The Energy Cure, Portals of Peace, and Modern Hippie. To learn more, visit kimberlykingsley.com. Key Takeaways: [01:56] How Kimberly got started on this journey towards living a high vibrational life [03:59] What is a high vibrational life? [06:32] How to find more joy and peace in your life [10:39] The 4-steps to help us align more with our nature and the process of flow [14:43] Warning signs: Mental patterns that suck the life out of us  [18:14] Your mid-brain and the effects it has on your energy [19:34] The benefits of practicing gratitude [21:19] The ultimate message for living a high vibrational life  [27:03] What is an energy inventory? Resources Mentioned in This Episode: To learn more about Kimberly, check out her https://kimberlykingsley.com/ (website)! Connect with Kimberly on https://www.instagram.com/highvibrationallife/ (Instagram) and https://www.facebook.com/Kimberly-Kingsley-Author-144023002306793/?ref=ts (Facebook). You can also tune into the https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/high-vibrational-life/id1493355437 (High Vibrational Life Podcast)! Do a quick 5-minute energy inventory https://kimberlykingsley.com/energy-inventory/ (here). Books mentioned: https://www.amazon.com/Energy-Cure-Recharge-Your-Seconds/dp/1564149633/ref=pd_bbs_sr_1?ie=UTF8&s=books&qid=1212855304&sr=8-1 (The Energy Cure), https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1440141398/ref=s9_simh_gw_p14_d1_i1?pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_s=center-2&pf_rd_r=08BJBKZAB3W9HYKGE1TX&pf_rd_t=101&pf_rd_p=470938631&pf_rd_i=507846 (Portals of Peace), https://www.amazon.com/Modern-Hippie-Intuitive-Journey-Free-Spirited/dp/0996458107/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1440960741&sr=8-2&keywords=modern+hippie (Modern Hippie), https://www.amazon.com/Opening-Life-Reconnecting-Internal-Source/dp/0996458115/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1518280492&sr=1-1-catcorr&dpID=515upY75jBL&preST=_SY344_BO1,204,203,200_QL70_&dpSrc=detail (Opening to Life). Are video podcasts more your style? Subscribe to our https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClTnUYPJdz3z7T0yWc58Nmg (YouTube channel)! We'd love to hear from you! Send us a message on https://www.instagram.com/piecesofawomann/ (Instagram) or https://www.facebook.com/Piecesofawomanpodcast (Facebook). Do you want your next vacation to be in luxury? Book your exclusive retreat https://www.exclusiveretreats.com/ (here).  Thanks for Listening! Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page. Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below! Subscribe to the Podcast: If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or Stitcher. You can also subscribe from the podcast app on your mobile device. Leave Us an iTunes Review: Ratings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on iTunes, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on iTunes.

Summary: In this episode, Cristie and DeAnna talk about their aging parents, how it has shown up in their life recently, what their advice is on how to prepare yourself, and the conversations to have with your parents early on. Key Takeaways: [02:41] Where to start when you're in the season of taking care of your aging parents [05:32] How to approach the difficult conversation with your parents when discussing future plans among siblings and beneficiaries  [06:30] The creative way DeAnna made sure she'd carry out her mom's wishes [07:56] What to do when your parents' health starts to deteriorate and how to plan for that [11:21] How to shift from navigating their wishes to parenting your parents [14:08] Finding the right time to intervene and set expectations with loved ones [19:39] Resources to help you navigate the season of aging parents [21:04] Cristie's best advice for caring for your parents and their long-term living [22:05] DeAnna's advice on the must-have conversation to have with your family Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Websites to check out: https://www.medicare.gov/ (Medicare), https://www.medicaid.gov/ (Medicaid), https://www.usaging.org/ (USAging.org), https://www.seniorlifestyle.com/ (seniorlifestyle.com) Check out the Eldercare Planner by Joy Louerde https://www.amazon.com/Complete-Eldercare-Planner-Where-Questions/dp/0786882298?ref_=nav_youraccount_switchacct (here). Tune into these podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/aging-life-network/id1530282068 (Aging Life with Nancy Oriola) and https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/when-is-a-caregiver-not-a-caregiver/id1481659260?i=1000554057928 (The Tuesdays People Podcast with Mitch Album) You can also snag the book, https://www.amazon.com/Caring-Your-Parents-Complete-Family/dp/140275857X/ref=sr_1_1?s=books&ie=UTF8&qid=1324493333&sr=1-1 (Caring For Your Aging Parents: The Complete Family Guide) Are video podcasts more your style? Subscribe to our https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClTnUYPJdz3z7T0yWc58Nmg (YouTube channel)! We'd love to hear from you! Send us a message on https://www.instagram.com/piecesofawomann/ (Instagram) or https://www.facebook.com/Piecesofawomanpodcast (Facebook). Thanks for Listening! Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page. Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below! Subscribe to the Podcast: If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or Stitcher. You can also subscribe from the podcast app on your mobile device. Leave Us an iTunes Review: Ratings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on iTunes, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on iTunes.

Summary: In this episode, Cristie and DeAnna meet with Angel Medium, Julie Jancius, as they learn how to connect with their spirit guides. They spend most of the episode in chills after Julie shares her experiences with angels and gets validation that they are here working with her and all of us. Julie shares the practice that we all can do to connect with our intuition and live our purpose. Learn More About Julie: I'm wife to Blake, mama to our beautiful daughter and our two fur babies, and I've been talking to Angels my whole life. Since elementary school, I knew I wanted to work for God. I am a soul who's here to teach, spread hope and help you get you back on your path! My friend, this life is not what you think it is and you are not who you think you are... You're so much more and you have big, BIG purpose here! God doesn't want you living from the vibrations of sadness, fear, loneliness, anxiety or stress. I'm here to teach you how to live from the vibrations of love, joy, peace, bliss, ease and grace. I call it living in Oneness. And I never want you to take my word for it. I want you to experience what it's like to live in Oneness, the highest vibration that is, for yourself. Key Takeaways: [02:18] Meet Julie and how she got started as an Angel Medium [08:10] Who has a spirit team? [09:23] The 2-parts that make up your soul [10:47] What it means when your soul awakens [14:10] How to learn to trust your gut vs. your ego-mind   [19:35] The #1 thing we get wrong when figuring out our purpose in life [26:10] How to connect with your personal spirit team [27:43] Julie does a live reading with DeAnna to find out who makes up her spirit team [32:38] Why some people cannot connect with their spirit team  Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Learn more about Julie, her Angel Membership, and her courses on her https://theangelmedium.com/ (website). You can also connect with Julie on https://www.instagram.com/angelpodcast/ (Instagram) and https://www.facebook.com/angelpodcast/ (Facebook)! Submit a prayer request to the https://www.worldslargestprayernetwork.com/ (World's Largest Prayer Network). Tune into Julie's podcast, Angels and Awakening, https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/angels-and-awakening/id1451424894 (here)! Grab a copy of her book, Angels and Awakening on https://www.amazon.com/Angels-Awakening-Guide-Raise-Vibration/dp/1956996001/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=julie+jancius&qid=1636039416&sr=8-1 (Amazon). Book mentioned: https://www.amazon.com/Awakened-Brain-Science-Spirituality-Inspired-ebook/dp/B08NT4WXS9/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3OQ70AEZTQK78&keywords=the+awakened+brain&qid=1649782624&sprefix=the+awakened+brain%2Caps%2C122&sr=8-1 (The Awakened Brain by Lisa Miller). Are video podcasts more your style? Subscribe to our https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClTnUYPJdz3z7T0yWc58Nmg (YouTube channel)! We'd love to hear from you! Send us a message on https://www.instagram.com/piecesofawomann/ (Instagram) or https://www.facebook.com/Piecesofawomanpodcast (Facebook). Do you want your next vacation to be in luxury? Book your exclusive retreat https://www.exclusiveretreats.com/ (here).  Thanks for Listening! Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page. Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below! Subscribe to the Podcast: If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or Stitcher. You can also subscribe from the podcast app on your mobile device. Leave Us an iTunes Review: Ratings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on iTunes, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest...

Summary: In this episode, Cristie and DeAnna are diving deep into men's mental health and how we can better support the men in our lives. Mental health advocate, Jay Shifman, joins us as he shares the steps we can take to create a safe space, be better listeners, and have uncomfortable conversations with our loved ones. Learn More About Jay: Jay Shifman is an open book. A vulnerable storyteller and stigma-destroying speaker, podcaster, and event host, Jay's story of struggle is familiar to the millions of people the world over who also struggle with issues of mental health, substance misuse, and addiction. The survivor of two suicide attempts and an overdose and now in long-term recovery, it is Jay's mission to encourage difficult conversations and honest education concerning these and similar struggles. Jay founded his company, Choose Your Struggle, in 2015 with two distinct goals: ending stigma and promoting honest and fact-based education around the topics of Mental Health, Substance Misuse & Recovery, and Drug Use & Policy. A fervent believer in radical honesty and the simple fact that neither struggle nor recovery should be treated as a one-size-fits-all experience, Jay uses his voice, and his platforms to educate, entertain, and empower. In 2021, Jay added a new line to his resume when he was invited to join the roster of podcast hosts for the Drugs, Addiction, and Recovery channel on the New Books Network. Holding a BA in Psychology from Northern Kentucky University and with over a decade of lived and professional experience in the field, Jay has put in numerous hours of independent learning acquiring certifications in mental health, substance misuse and addiction, and drug policy. He lives in Philadelphia with his wife, Lauren, and their dog, Nell. Key Takeaways: [04:01] How to communicate with a loved one who may be struggling with their mental health [06:28] Why learning to vocalize emotions is like training a muscle [07:08] 3 topics that 95% of male friendships revolve around  [12:10] How to create a safe environment that allows for emotional expression  [14:20] The mindfulness exercise to become more comfortable sharing your emotions [17:24 ] The #1 realization you need to be aware of in order to give someone the space to open up to you [20:39] How to have more self-awareness when handling tough conversations  [26:06] Advice for the men who have a hard time opening up and communicating [28:49] Society, ADHD, and misdiagnosis [32:17] The negative and positive effects of social media and our mental health Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Learn more about Jay on his https://www.jayshifman.com/ (website). You can also check out the Choose Your Struggle podcast here or his newest podcast, Made It, https://www.chooseyourstruggle.com/made-it (here). You can also connect with him on https://jay.campsite.bio/ (Instagram) and https://www.facebook.com/ChooseYourStruggle (Facebook). https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0052ZO78E/ref=dp-kindle-redirect?_encoding=UTF8&btkr=1 (The Myth of Autism by Dr. Michael J. Goldberg) Are video podcasts more your style? Subscribe to our https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClTnUYPJdz3z7T0yWc58Nmg (YouTube channel)! We'd love to hear from you! Send us a message on https://www.instagram.com/piecesofawomann/ (Instagram) or https://www.facebook.com/Piecesofawomanpodcast (Facebook). Thanks for Listening! Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page. Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below! Subscribe to the Podcast: If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or Stitcher. You can also subscribe from the podcast app on your mobile device. Leave Us an iTunes...

Summary: In this episode, Cristie and DeAnna are celebrating their 1-year anniversary since launching the Pieces of a Woman podcast. They share what they've learned over the last year, top episodes their listeners love and what's to come this next year.  Key Takeaways: [02:08] Top 5 POW episodes downloaded over the last year [06:35] The #1 thing that drives Cristie and DeAnna to do the podcast every week [07:18] How podcasting has changed their lives [10:53] Constructive criticism that they've received since they started podcasting [10:12] One tip Cristie received from a coach to avoid using filler words in her speech  [14:11] 6 things they've learned in the past year [18:56] The bloopers from our year of podcasting  [21:01] Advice if you're wanting to start a podcast Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Top 5 downloaded episodes: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/be-your-own-s-expert/id1562487708?i=1000516566030 (Be Your Own (S)expert) , https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/what-is-your-relationship-with-your-body/id1562487708?i=1000516566028 (What is Your Relationship with Your Body?) , https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/self-love-its-not-all-bubble-baths-manicures/id1562487708?i=1000518979553 (Self-Love - It's Not All Bubble Baths and Manicures) , https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/when-your-child-becomes-an-addict/id1562487708?i=1000532367279 (When Your Child Becomes an Addict) , https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/finding-hope-and-beauty-in-our-pain/id1562487708?i=1000523902774 (Finding Hope and Beauty in Our Pain) Listener Favorites: https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/celebrating-our-mothers/id1562487708?i=1000520255558 (Celebrating Our Mothers) , The Past That Shapes You with https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-past-that-shapes-you-cristie-north/id1562487708?i=1000521437479 (Cristie) & https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/deanna-robbins-co-host-the-past-that-shapes-you/id1562487708?i=1000534679916 (DeAnna) , https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/parenting-adult-children/id1562487708?i=1000526596314 (Parenting Adult Children) , https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/simplifying-decluttering-with-katy-wells/id1562487708?i=1000550544526 (Simplifying & Decluttering) , https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/how-girlfriends-save-you-part-1/id1562487708?i=1000516566029 (How Girlfriends Save You) , https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/solo-tripping-the-power-of-a-solo-trip/id1562487708?i=1000542200410 (Solo Tripping - The Power of a Solo Trip) , https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/the-journey-of-surrogacy-feat-staci-swiderski/id1562487708?i=1000554189194 (The Journey of Surrogacy) , https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/what-is-holding-you-back-personally-or-professionally/id1562487708?i=1000548336857 (What is Holding You Back Personally or Professionally) Subscribe to the Pieces of a Woman https://www.youtube.com/channel/UClTnUYPJdz3z7T0yWc58Nmg (YouTube channel)! Check out our https://piecesofawoman.com/ (website)! Meet the POW team: https://www.instagram.com/archuletavirtual/ (Alexis (our Podcast Manager)) and https://www.instagram.com/sanyayx/ (Sanya (our Social Media Manager)) We'd love to hear from you! Send us a message on https://www.instagram.com/piecesofawomann/ (Instagram) or https://www.facebook.com/Piecesofawomanpodcast (Facebook). Thanks for Listening! Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page. Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below! Subscribe to the Podcast: If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or Stitcher. You can also subscribe from the podcast app on your mobile device. Leave Us an iTunes Review: Ratings and reviews from our listeners are...

Summary: In this episode, Cristie and DeAnna get vulnerable as they talk about embracing the inevitable changes that life brings. Despite the ambitions and goals they made for the New You in '22, life had other plans. Now, Cristie and DeAnna are sharing their realities of what's been going on behind the scenes, how to be resilient when life throws you curveballs, and what they're doing now to re-direct their focus.  Key Takeaways: [01:31] What Cristie and DeAnna have been up to lately [02:41] Cristie's goals and ambitions in the New Year and the heartbreaking event that took place instead [06:38] DeAnna's experience with COVID and her recovery  [07:32] Revisiting your yearly goals or aspirations throughout the year and why it's important to give yourself grace [08:11] Cristie's experience with COVID, her recovery, and her bounce back  [10:24] What to do when experiencing one setback or derailment after another [12:16] How DeAnna uses Gratitude Practice to pick herself back up after any major setback [14:04] Why having self-compassion is so important when you're struggling to commit to your goals and life keeps throwing you curveballs [15:23] How to pivot and re-align with your goals as life changes [17:40] Recent highlights that DeAnna has experienced, books she's reading, and family news [19:34] Cristie's recent highlights and exciting family news Resources Mentioned in This Episode: https://piecesofawoman.com/transforming-your-obstacles-into-opportunities-feat-sarah-foley-pow32/ (Episode 32 - Transforming Your Obstacles Into Opportunities Feat. Sarah Foley) https://piecesofawoman.com/simplifying-decluttering-with-katy-wells-pow42/ (Episode 42 - Simplifying & Decluttering Feat. Katy Wells) https://piecesofawoman.com/how-to-love-yourself-when-you-dont-know-how-feat-stefhanie-iliff-pow43/ (Episode 43 - How to Love Yourself When You Don't Know How Feat. Stefhanie Iliff) Grab a copy of Will by Will Smith https://www.amazon.com/Audible-Will/dp/B096MWJLNW/ref=tmm_aud_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr= (here). Check out Brene Brown's book, https://www.amazon.com/Atlas-Heart-Meaningful-Connection-Experience/dp/B0979HG8R3/ref=tmm_aud_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=&sr= (Atlas of the Heart). We'd love to hear from you! Send us a message on https://www.instagram.com/piecesofawomann/ (Instagram) or https://www.facebook.com/Piecesofawomanpodcast (Facebook). Do you want your next vacation to be in luxury? Book your exclusive retreat https://www.exclusiveretreats.com/ (here).  Thanks for Listening! Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page. Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below! Subscribe to the Podcast: If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or Stitcher. You can also subscribe from the podcast app on your mobile device. Leave Us an iTunes Review: Ratings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on iTunes, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on iTunes.

Summary: We sit down with Staci Swiderski, the CEO, and owner of Family Source Consultants in Part 2 of this 2-Part series. Staci shares with us the miracle of parenting through egg donation and how the process works for the donor as well as how families become parents through this process. Learn More About Staci: Staci Swiderski, CEO, and owner of Family Source Consultants has been involved in the field of reproductive medicine since 2002. Staci has vigorously grown the comprehensive egg donation and gestational surrogacy agency to become a worldwide leader in the third-party reproduction field. Staci is a former intended parent herself. She and her husband welcomed their son via gestational surrogacy in 2005. Additionally, Staci had the experience of assisting an infertile couple (AKA Recipient Parents) build their family through her efforts as an egg donor, with her donation resulting in the births of their son and daughter. Key Takeaways: [01:37] Quick summary of Staci's experience as an egg donor [02:28] The criteria you need to meet when becoming an egg donor [04:38] How much an egg donor is compensated [04:49] How often can someone donate their eggs in a lifetime? [06:20] What is the process for egg donation? [07:05] The medical costs covered as an egg donor [07:48] What the relationship is like between the egg donor and recipient  [15:50] How a family can get started with the egg donation process [17:55] The cost of using an egg donor Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Check out Part 1 with Staci, https://piecesofawoman.com/the-journey-of-surrogacy-feat-staci-swiderski-pow48/ (The Journey of Surrogacy). To learn more about surrogacy or Family Source Consultants, visit their https://www.familysourceconsultants.com/ (website) or send them an email https://my.captivate.fm/info@familysourceconsultants.com (here). You can also connect with Staci on https://www.instagram.com/familysource/ (Instagram) and https://www.facebook.com/FamilySourceConsultants/ (Facebook). We'd love to hear from you! Send us a message on https://www.instagram.com/piecesofawomann/ (Instagram) or https://www.facebook.com/Piecesofawomanpodcast (Facebook). Do you want your next vacation to be in luxury? Book your exclusive retreat https://www.exclusiveretreats.com/ (here).  Thanks for Listening! Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page. Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below! Subscribe to the Podcast: If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or Stitcher. You can also subscribe from the podcast app on your mobile device. Leave Us an iTunes Review: Ratings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on iTunes, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on iTunes.

Summary: We sit down with Staci Swiderski, the CEO, and owner of Family Source Consultants in Part 1 of this 2-Part series. Staci shares with us the miracle of parenting through surrogacy and how the process works for the surrogate as well as how families can become parents through the surrogate process. Learn More About Staci: Staci Swiderski, CEO and owner of Family Source Consultants has been involved in the field of reproductive medicine since 2002. Staci has vigorously grown the comprehensive egg donation and gestational surrogacy agency to become a worldwide leader in the third-party reproduction field. Staci is a former intended parent herself. She and her husband welcomed their son via gestational surrogacy in 2005. Additionally, Staci had the experience of assisting an infertile couple (AKA Recipient Parents) build their family through her efforts as an egg donor, with her donation resulting in the births of their son and daughter. Key Takeaways: [01:21] Meet Staci and how she became involved in surrogacy after her experience with infertility [03:53] The statistics behind how many families struggle to have kids [05:00] The necessary criteria you need to meet in order to become a surrogate [06:47] Why location is so important when becoming a surrogate [08:07] What to expect when you commit to becoming a surrogate  [12:31] Surrogate rights when in the workplace [15:23] The average wait time for families looking to match with a surrogate through Family Source Consultants [16:12] How to determine if a family and a surrogate are the right match [17:40] The complexities of international surrogacy [18:53] 1st step to take if you're thinking about surrogacy [21:33] What the experience is like for the family when the surrogate has doctor appointments, lives in a different state or country, etc. [23:47] Does the surrogate form a bond with the baby they are carrying? [25:11] How much does a surrogate cost? Resources Mentioned in This Episode: To learn more about surrogacy or Family Source Consultants, visit their https://www.familysourceconsultants.com/ (website) or send them an email here. You can also connect with Staci on https://www.instagram.com/familysource/ (Instagram) and https://www.facebook.com/FamilySourceConsultants/ (Facebook). We'd love to hear from you! Send us a message on https://www.instagram.com/piecesofawomann/ (Instagram) or https://www.facebook.com/Piecesofawomanpodcast (Facebook). Do you want your next vacation to be in luxury? Book your exclusive retreat https://www.exclusiveretreats.com/ (here).  Thanks for Listening! Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page. Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below! Subscribe to the Podcast: If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or Stitcher. You can also subscribe from the podcast app on your mobile device. Leave Us an iTunes Review: Ratings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on iTunes, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on iTunes.

Summary: Practicing yoga is not only a great form of physical exercise, it has many benefits for your mental health too. In this episode, we talk with yoga and mindfulness expert, Beth Shaw about the healing benefits of the practice as it relates to mental health, specifically depression and anxiety.  Learn More About Beth: Beth Shaw s a pioneer in the Wellness, Yoga & Fitness space in North America. Beth is single-handedly responsible for the widespread growth of yoga throughout the span of the U.S. and Canada. In 1994, she founded the global mind-body education school, YogaFit, which has since certified over 200,000 instructors worldwide. Recently, Beth has led training in Saudi Arabia, Israel, Japan, and many other international locations, while her team leads training throughout North America, Australia, and Europe. She believes, "in empowering cultures and sharing the gift of yoga beyond borders." Through the continuous development of YogaFit, Beth remains at the forefront as President, creating programs and yoga teacher training courses that are innovative and educational.  Beth is also a best-selling author, her premier book, YogaFit has sold over 100,000 units worldwide. Now her latest, Healing Trauma with Yoga, is another best-seller and helping many during this pandemic. Shaw's following book, YogaLean, is a lifestyle program that provides tools for maintaining optimal health. The YogaFit Athlete has inspired a 100-hour YogaFit for Athlete's specialty track for instructors. All books have been translated into multiple languages, providing the universal appeal of YogaFit. Beth is a go-to yoga/mindfulness expert in the media and has been featured in numerous fitness, business, and consumer publications including SELF, Yoga Journal, Huffington Post, New York Times, Time Magazine, LA Times, Entrepreneur, Washington Post, and USA Today. Key Takeaways: [01:47] Meet Beth and how she got started doing yoga and how it's transformed her life [04:17] The benefits of yoga and the role it plays against trauma, anxiety, and depression [06:38] How the yoga practice creates a healing space in your body if you're dealing with trauma [08:36] Why you should incorporate yoga practice into your life [11:14] How the pandemic has affected Beth's yoga business  [15:30] The mental and physical benefits of yoga as you age [16:58] Why yoga is an important tool if you struggle with your mental health  [18:58] Where to begin if you're just starting to practice yoga Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Connect with Beth on https://www.instagram.com/beth.shaw.mind.body/ (Instagram) and learn more about her YogaFit programs https://www.yogafit.com/ (here). You can also order a copy of Beth's books, https://www.amazon.com/Healing-Trauma-Yoga-Mind-body-Techniques/dp/1681577771/ref=sr_1_fkmr1_2?keywords=Beth+Shaw+yogafit+cd&qid=1565808528&s=books&sr=8-2-fkmr1 (Healing Trauma with Yoga) and https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0804178550/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_bibl_vppi_i2 (Yoga Lean). We'd love to hear from you! Send us a message on https://www.instagram.com/piecesofawomann/ (Instagram) or https://www.facebook.com/Piecesofawomanpodcast (Facebook). Do you want your next vacation to be in luxury? Book your exclusive retreat https://www.exclusiveretreats.com/ (here). Thanks for Listening! Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page. Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below! Subscribe to the Podcast: If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or Stitcher. You can also subscribe from the podcast app on your mobile device. Leave Us an iTunes Review: Ratings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly...

Summary: In this episode, we talk with Laura Vanderkam about time management. We discuss the importance of logging your time, discovering where you spend most of your time, and the areas you can find more time for yourself. Laura shares the many opportunities available to you for being more productive as a result. Learn More About Laura: Laura Vanderkam is the author of several time management and productivity books, including Juliet's School of Possibilities, Off the Clock, I Know How She Does It, What the Most Successful People Do Before Breakfast, and 168 Hours. Her work has appeared in publications including the New York Times, the Wall Street Journal, Fast Company, and Fortune. She is the host of the podcast Before Breakfast and the co-host, with Sarah Hart-Unger, of the podcast Best of Both Worlds. She lives outside Philadelphia with her husband and five children, and blogs at LauraVanderkam.com. Key Takeaways: [02:09] Meet Laura and learn more about she got started as a time management expert [03:31] 5 simple strategies to be more mindful of your time [10:12] Use this trick to help you change the narrative of “not having enough time” [13:20] The different areas of your life that are affected by too much social media usage  [15:59] Has time management been affected by Covid-19? [20:53] 1st way you can start being more mindful of your schedule   [23:03] The difference between a hobby vs. a commitment [28:16] The advice Laura would give her younger self Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Learn more about Laura and her latest books by visiting her https://lauravanderkam.com/ (website). Connect with Laura on https://www.instagram.com/lvanderkam/ (Instagram) and https://www.facebook.com/lauravanderkamauthor?ref=hl (Facebook) or read her blogs https://lauravanderkam.com/blog/ (here). Tune into Laura's podcasts https://lauravanderkam.com/before-breakfast-podcast/ (Before Breakfast) and https://lauravanderkam.com/podcast/ (Best of Both Worlds). Other books mentioned in this episode: https://www.amazon.com/Atomic-Habits-James-Clear-audiobook/dp/B07RFSSYBH (Atomic Habits) and https://www.amazon.com/Habits-Highly-Effective-People-Powerful/dp/B0006IU4C0/ref=sr_1_1?crid=1IKVKY82R17EL&keywords=7+habits+of+highly+effective+people&qid=1644527733&s=audible&sprefix=7+habits%2Caudible%2C128&sr=1-1 (7 Habits of Highly Effective People). We'd love to hear from you! Send us a message on https://www.instagram.com/piecesofawomann/ (Instagram) or https://www.facebook.com/Piecesofawomanpodcast (Facebook). Do you want your next vacation to be in luxury? Book your exclusive retreat https://www.exclusiveretreats.com/ (here). Thanks for Listening! Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page. Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below! Subscribe to the Podcast: If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or Stitcher. You can also subscribe from the podcast app on your mobile device. Leave Us an iTunes Review: Ratings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on iTunes, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on iTunes.

Summary: In this episode, we speak with Life, Love, and Relationships Coach, Riana Milne. She is named the woman to follow in 2022 and today, she shares with us the 10 trauma points of childhood that show up in our relationships, life, and business. Riana dives deep into the signs of unhealed trauma, how it develops during childhood, and how to heal today. Learn More About Riana: Riana Milne MA is a Certified, Global Life and Love Trauma Recovery Coach, a Cert. Clinical Trauma & Addictions Professional, a Certified Mindfulness Coach, #1 Bestselling Author, the Host of her Podcast called Lessons in Life & Love, an Educational Speaker, and Licensed Mental Health Counselor for over 21 years living in Palm Beach County, Florida. She was also a Life & Dating Coach for the Docu-Series; Radical Dating-Finding Lasting Love Over 40 (and her client is now happily married!). Riana specializes in helping those who have had past Childhood or Love Relationship Trauma to Heal, Transform & Thrive; leading them to Create the Life They Desire & to Have the Love They Deserve! She offers Coaching programs for both Straight & LGBT Singles & Couples globally for ages 16-76. Riana's #1 Bestseller, LOVE Beyond Your Dreams - Break Free from Toxic Relationships to Have the Love You Deserve - and - LIVE Beyond Your Dreams - from Fear and Doubt to Personal Power, Purpose, and Success addresses Life Difficult Transitions, Personal Transformation, The Mindset for Success, and having Loving Conscious Relationships with yourself and others. Key Takeaways: [02:18] Meet Riana as she shares the relationship that changed her life and jumpstarted her business as a love and relationship coach [06:27] The top 10 types of childhood trauma that most people experience in their lifetime [14:39] How childhood trauma shows up in your life [15:32] How childhood trauma shows up in your work  [16:42] How childhood trauma shows up in your love relationships and the effects it has in the future [18:34] Where does people-pleasing come from and how do you develop from it as an adult? [19:15] Anger issues: how they develop specific traumas [20:31] Other signs of unhealed trauma [21:37] Where to start if you're working through childhood trauma and what the process is like  [24:09] The 5 F's of an emotionally healthy and evolved relationship [26:37] Other factors to look for in a healthy relationship [26:58] 1 thing that shows longevity in a relationship over time [27:48] Advice for singles, or individuals getting back into the dating world, especially after being in a toxic relationship [30:30] What does it mean to “heal our past traumas” and how long does it take to heal? [33:19] The power of your energy Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Learn more about Riana and her coaching programs on her https://rianamilne.com/ (website). Check out Riana's #1 Bestselling Book, https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00JXMDBHA/ref=as_li_qf_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&tag=mywebsit03718-20&creative=9325&linkCode=as2&creativeASIN=B00JXMDBHA&linkId=3c737a3fadfa91401dc4c8ea43b5733e (LOVE Beyond Your Dreams: Break Free of Toxic Relationships to Have the Love You Deserve). You can also tune into her podcast, https://rianamilne.com/podcast/ (Lessons in Life & Love), or connect with her on https://www.facebook.com/CoachRianaMilne/ (Facebook) and https://www.youtube.com/RianaMilne (YouTube). We'd love to hear from you! Send us a message on https://www.instagram.com/piecesofawomann/ (Instagram) or https://www.facebook.com/Piecesofawomanpodcast (Facebook). Do you want your next vacation to be in luxury? Book your exclusive retreat https://www.exclusiveretreats.com/ (here). Thanks for Listening! Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page. Do you have some feedback or...

Summary: Learning to love yourself is an ongoing process. But the words you say or the actions you take could be holding you back from being your most authentic self. In today's episode, Embodiment Coach and Mentor, Stefhanie Iliff, joins us as she shares what it means to love yourself and what you can do today to level up and live your best life. Learn More About Stefhanie: Stefhanie's souls purpose is to help women come home to their bodies natural brilliance using their divine power to expand + claim their freedom while activating + embodying their bodies codes. Key Takeaways: [02:32] Meet Stefhanie as she shares what sparked her to leave her high-paying corporate job and help women as an embodiment coach  [07:32] What is embodiment coaching and how does it work? [13:22] What it means to embody our worth and how it affects our every day life [17:00] How to shift from a low frequency to a high frequency  [18:57] The negative effects of living in shame and guilt and how it's holding you back  [19:22] The part of your body where Stefhanie says many women feel shame  [23:26] Feeling stuck in your current situation? This is why [26:07] The shocking amount of time women spend looking in the mirror without saying anything negative  [26:34] The powerful message of what it means to be intimate with someone [36:59] Stefhanie's wise advice that she would give her 20-year-old self Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Connect with Stefhanie on https://www.instagram.com/stefiliff/ (Instagram) or join her https://stefsschool.thinkific.com/pages/sacred-sisters (Sacred Sisters Workshop). You can also join one of Stefhanie's yoga classes in South Riverton, Utah https://coachingwithstef.godaddysites.com/yoga (here). We'd love to hear from you! Send us a message on https://www.instagram.com/piecesofawomann/ (Instagram) or https://www.facebook.com/Piecesofawomanpodcast (Facebook). Do you want your next vacation to be in luxury? Book your exclusive retreat https://www.exclusiveretreats.com/ (here). Thanks for Listening! Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page. Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below! Subscribe to the Podcast: If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or Stitcher. You can also subscribe from the podcast app on your mobile device. Leave Us an iTunes Review: Ratings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on iTunes, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on iTunes.

Summary: In this episode, we talk with Katy Wells about how decluttering your home can help you live your best life. Katy shares some actionable steps on how to clear the clutter, where you can start if it's too overwhelming, and how to decide what to keep and what to ditch. Learn More About Katy: Katy Wells is a declutter expert and inspires families around the world to declutter and simplify so they can live to their fullest potential. Her teachings and programs have transformed the lives of hundreds of thousands of people, allowing them to live their happiest and most intentional life and focus on what matters most. Key Takeaways: [01:37] Meet Katy as she shares how she started in this industry and the traumatic event that she says was the catalyst in her decluttering journey [05:16] How to find calmness and empowerment in the chaos of clutter [06:34] What does it mean to be a “minimalist” and can you actually incorporate it into your life? [09:25] Advice for those who have an overwhelming amount of clutter that they have no use for [11:54] How to determine what you keep vs. what you don't keep in your home [14:39] How to request “no toys please” when you have children and what to do instead [18:13] Where to start decluttering if you don't know how  [23:34] What is the difference between clutter vs. expected mess? [27:30] How to approach decluttering with objectivity and not shame Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Learn more about Katy by visiting her https://www.katyjoywells.com/homepage (website). Join The Clutter Crusher 14-Day Challenge https://www.katyjoywells.com/cluttercrusherchallenge-v13 (here). You can also connect with Katy on https://www.instagram.com/katyjoywells/ (Instagram) and https://www.facebook.com/MaximizedMinimalist/ (Facebook) or tune into her podcast, https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/maximized-minimalist-podcast/id1460805372 (The Maximized Minimalist). We'd love to hear from you! Send us a message on https://www.instagram.com/piecesofawomann/ (Instagram) or https://www.facebook.com/Piecesofawomanpodcast (Facebook). Do you want your next vacation to be in luxury? Book your exclusive retreat https://www.exclusiveretreats.com/ (here). Thanks for Listening! Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page. Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below! Subscribe to the Podcast: If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or Stitcher. You can also subscribe from the podcast app on your mobile device. Leave Us an iTunes Review: Ratings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on iTunes, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on iTunes.

Summary: At 15-years-old, Summer learned she was pregnant with her first child. At such a young age, she's learned so much about what it's like to say goodbye to your old life, welcome the new, and understand that there's life after birth. Summer joins us to discuss how her teen pregnancy changed her life and shares her best advice for teens experiencing this today, for parents of teens who become pregnant, and the best way to support them. Learn More About Summer: Known for her upbeat, “no excuses” personality, Summer Owens literally wrote the book on eliminating excuses and overcoming obstacles. Summer became a mother at fifteen as the result of a forced sexual encounter, but she didn't let that stop her from achieving her dreams. She graduated from high school, college, and business school with honors and was named Most Likely to Succeed and Miss University with her son by her side through it all.  After a fifteen-year corporate career with the Memphis Grizzlies, Service Master, and FedEx Corporation, Summer decided to use her life's challenges to help others overcome theirs. Summer is the founder and CEO of S.O. What! LLC and The S.O. What! Foundation and author of Life After Birth: A Memoir of Survival and Success as a Teenage Mother and the S.O. What! Literacy, Life Skills, and Character Education curriculum. In addition to being an author, speaker, life coach, excuse eliminator, and entrepreneur, Summer is an adjunct professor at The University of Memphis where she teaches marketing and the life skills course she created. Through all of her work, Summer shares the very intimate details of her life to demonstrate the importance of making good decisions, overcoming obstacles, and eliminating excuses to achieve success regardless of challenges. Key Takeaways: [01:50] Meet Summer and learn why she chose to write a memoir about her teen pregnancy [06:05] The unexpected way Summer discovered she was pregnant at 15-years-old [08:02] Summer discusses what she went through after she discovered she was pregnant [10:33] What to do if you're a parent whose teen becomes pregnant  [12:37] The #1 thing your teen should know if they become pregnant at a young age  [15:51] How Summer stayed motivated to complete school while also being a pregnant teen [18:42] The #1 thing that kept Summer and focused in school while raising her child [21:13] Advice for teens who do not have the help or support from friends or family during their pregnancy   [23:12] How Summer is helping teens, mothers, and fathers today  [31:59] The #1 piece of advice Summer would give her 15-year-old self  [33:17] Words of wisdom for teen girls, teen boys, mothers, or fathers of teens who are pregnant right now Resources Mentioned in This Episode: https://www.amazon.com/Life-After-Birth-Survival-Success/dp/1450221033 (Life After Birth: A Memoir of Survival and Success as a Teenage Mother) Check out all the amazing resources Summer has by visiting her https://summerowens.com/ (website). You can also connect with her on https://www.instagram.com/summero_sowhat/ (Instagram), https://www.facebook.com/SummerO.SOwhat (Facebook), https://www.linkedin.com/in/summer-owens-10846625/ (LinkedIn), or https://www.youtube.com/user/lifeafterbirthbook (YouTube). We'd love to hear from you! Send us a message on https://www.instagram.com/piecesofawomann/ (Instagram) or https://www.facebook.com/Piecesofawomanpodcast (Facebook). Do you want your next vacation to be in luxury? Book your exclusive retreat https://www.exclusiveretreats.com/ (here). Thanks for Listening! Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page. Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below! Subscribe to the Podcast: If you would like to get automatic updates of new...

Summary: In this episode, Julieanna Hever joins us as we bust the myths of a plant-based diet and the life-changing effects it has on your health. She sheds some light on the differences between vegan and plant-based and what you need to do to get started today. Even if you're a little plant curious, this episode is for you. Learn More About Julieanna: There is nothing Julieanna loves more than diving into a colossal bowl of salad. Known as The Plant-Based Dietitian, Julieanna has a Bachelor of Arts degree in Theatre from UCLA in and a Master of Science degree in Nutrition from Cal State Northridge, bridging her three biggest passions for food, performing, and helping people.  As a Registered Dietitian, Julieanna has authored six books, including The Healthspan Solution, Plant-Based Nutrition (Idiots Guide), Vegiterranean Diet, and two peer-reviewed journal articles on plant-based nutrition for healthcare professionals (in Journal of Geriatric Cardiology and Permanente Journal).  Julieanna is the host of The Choose You Now Podcast and her new book, The Choose You Now Diet. Past projects have included being the host of What Would Julieanna Do?; giving a TEDx talk; writing as the nutrition columnist for VegNews Magazine; and teaching the eCornell Plant-Based Nutrition Certification Program.  Key Takeaways: [01:23] Meet Julieanna and how she got started in plant-based nutrition [04:11] The 7th book Julieanna has written in 10 years and why she is using it to empower others  [05:31] The 1st step to take if you've wanted to start a plant-based diet  [06:37] Can veganism really reverse chronic health conditions? [07:52] What Cristie's experience was like going vegan for 3 months [10:40] Why vegan doesn't always mean “healthy” [11:48] Vegan vs. Plant-based. What's the difference? [15:43] Where to start and the resources you can use to start a plant-based diet today [21:51] How going plant-based doesn't have to break the bank   [24:12] This is the healthiest way to lose weight [27:18] How to get your kids into a good, healthy eating habit [30:56] 3 tips if you're plant-curious and want to start your plant-based journey Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Connect with Julieanna on her https://plantbaseddietitian.com/ (website) or follow her on https://www.instagram.com/julieannahever/ (Instagram)! Check out Julieanna's 7th book, https://www.amazon.com/Choose-You-Now-Diet-Nutritious/dp/0744044359/ref=sr_1_2?dchild=1&keywords=the+choose+you+now+diet&qid=1621540718&sr=8-2 (The Choose You Now Diet) Tune into the https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/choose-you-now/id1551880024 (Choose You Now Podcast) with Julieanna Hever We'd love to hear from you! Send us a message on https://www.instagram.com/piecesofawomann/ (Instagram) or https://www.facebook.com/Piecesofawomanpodcast (Facebook). Do you want your next vacation to be in luxury? Book your exclusive retreat https://www.exclusiveretreats.com/ (here). Thanks for Listening! Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page. Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below! Subscribe to the Podcast: If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or Stitcher. You can also subscribe from the podcast app on your mobile device. Leave Us an iTunes Review: Ratings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on iTunes, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on iTunes.

Summary: In this episode, we talk with Kimberly Spencer. She's the Founder of Crown Yourself, High-Performance Coach, a TED Talk speaker, a bestselling author, and host of the podcast, The Princess and the B (Business, Body, Bank Accounts, Babies and Boys). Kimberly shares her work with women and how she helps them to get more clarity, energy, courage, and productivity - whether it's with personal or deciding to take your business to the next level.  Learn More About Kimberly: Kimberly Spencer is an award-winning high-performance coach and trainer, Amazon best-selling co-author, international motivational speaker, and the founder of CrownYourself.com, helping visionary leaders build their empire and sparkle with holistic fulfillment in their bodies, businesses, and relationships. From her entrepreneurial beginnings at five selling bags of glitter-water to her neighbors, to becoming an award-winning screenwriter, certified Pilates instructor, Miss Congeniality, and six-time WEGO Health Activist Award nominee, Kimberly is proof that it's better to make your own mold than to conform to someone else's. Her journey into the world of mompreneurship with her husband was featured in the 2017 Netflix docuseries, "Being Dad." Her premiere solo book, "Mind Full Meals: How to Dethrone Food Fears and Reign in a Body the Rules" debuts in Summer 2020. Key Takeaways: [01:41] Meet Kimberly and what inspired her to start her business, Crown Yourself [08:10] The self-realization that changed the trajectory of Kimberly's future in business and personal life [10:09] The unique process that Kimberly uses to help women level up using a term she coins the Anne Hathaway/Jennifer Lawrence paradigm [12:00] Why women struggle to own their successes and mistakes  [16:50] How Kimberly helps her clients to move forward when they're feeling stuck [17:10] What is unconscious incompetence vs. conscious incompetence? [19:19] The 1st step to take when you're feeling stuck and how to apply it in your work and personal life [25:05] Struggling to find clarity in your life? Try this! [26:00] The power of the unconscious mind and how to make it work for you  [30:25] Why decision-making holds women back and how to embrace it more instead [42:54] How to reframe your mindset so that you can access the version of your highest self Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Learn more about Kimberly on her https://crownyourself.com/ (website) or connect with her on https://www.instagram.com/kimberly.spencer/ (Instagram) and https://www.facebook.com/CrownYourselfNow/ (Facebook)! Tune into her podcast, https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-princess-and-the-b/id1452686389 (The Princess and the B)! You can also watch Kimberly's TED talk about Becoming a Warrior for Possibility https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IzwbvqzbmRk (here). We'd love to hear from you! Send us a message on https://www.instagram.com/piecesofawomann/ (Instagram) or https://www.facebook.com/Piecesofawomanpodcast (Facebook). Thanks for Listening! Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page. Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below! Subscribe to the Podcast: If you would like to get automatic updates of new podcast episodes, you can subscribe to the podcast on iTunes or Stitcher. You can also subscribe from the podcast app on your mobile device. Leave Us an iTunes Review: Ratings and reviews from our listeners are extremely valuable to us and greatly appreciated. They help our podcast rank higher on iTunes, which exposes our show to more awesome listeners like you. If you have a minute, please leave an honest review on iTunes.