Politically Emotional

Episode 26: On today's episode, we are taking on a very controversial conversation; one that gets people very heated and divides our country: how we feel about our media. It is no secret, that our President consistently attacks the media with blanket statements of “fake news” or declares the media as "the enemy of the people." My special guest, Donna Lipman, and I talk about the implications of this, and how it's impacting us emotionally. Don't forget to subscribe!

Episode 25: On today's episode, we talked more in depth about the raw, real and sometimes heated conversation that ensued over the past week on Facebook, about Trump’s name calling, labeling and bullying.  And most importantly, we talked about the progress we made together: some hearts softened, some embraced their emotional projections and many of us, learned a lot. My special guest, Kathy Hertz, and I talked about ways to process through it all. Don't forget to subscribe!

Episode 24: In today’s episode, I engage in a compassionate conversation with pastor, Pondo Vleisides, who is proud of Trump’s accomplishments.  We talk about how he and the many Americans that agree with him, choose to overlook Trump’s name calling and labeling, because they like his policies. We also hear from callers who are outraged by this and emotionally portray how it's affecting them personally. Don't forget to subscribe!

Episode 23: Today we talk about the lies, deceit, half truths and the chaos and exhaustion all of this creates.  And how both sides see it so differently!  Here are the questions I asked:  Does the lying bother you? Is it making your head spin, enraging you, or do you find you are just avoiding it and becoming numb to it, because it’s consistent and one lie blends into the other?   Don't forget to subscribe!

Episode 22: It was an absolutely amazing show and essential information and wisdom, that needs to be shared with parents, to help the youth in our country that are exposed to so much. We have the tools to help these children feel heard, understood and loved, we just need to share them in a big enough way, to get them in the hands of the parents and children, that so desperately need them. Thank you Angel and Kirk for sharing your voice and having the courage to stand up in the face of hate. Don't forget to subscribe!

Episode 21:  On today's show, my special guest, Thomas Kevin Dolan, and I, talking truth, honesty, self-reflection & transformation. Hearts are opening and we are beginning to find a way to connect with each other, even though some of us, deeply disagree on politics and policy. A huge thank you to Lola Jovita for sharing your experience and huge heart. We all unfortunately, know what it feels like to be rejected because of what we feel and what we are expressing. Don't forget to subscribe!

Episode 20: We are talking about WHAT TO DO with all the emotions you are feeling about what’s happening, politically, in this country. I highlighted ways to process through the anger, fear, frustration, outrage, anxiety, and even resignation, you may be feeling. My special guest, Betsy Chasse, produced "What The Bleep Do We Know?" as well as, "The Empty Womb" and "A Crazy Thought." She does such IMPORTANT work in the world & has a powerful message to share about emotions! Don't forget to subscribe!

Episode 19: Are you shutting down because it’s all just too much, are you resigned to the chaos that many feel is playing out in the White House, are you still angry or more fired up than ever? As we’ve talked about, it's so essential that we continue in these challenging times, to pay attention to our well being and tend to our emotional health. My special guest, is Jen Hofmann of Americans of Conscience. I LOVE what she stands for and I’m so thrilled she is joining us! She will share specific ways to find the good, in this political mess.  Don't forget to subscribe!

Episode 18:  I share my hot button: how disgraceful it is that we have made it acceptable to call each other names, demean each other and attack, when we disagree.  People are now bullying the kids of Parkland, FL shooting, which is unacceptable. Founder & CEO of EWomen, Sandra Yancey, shares her views about this time in our country and says, "It is a real opportunity for us to take control of our lives." And caller, Teri Steel, gives the children of this country a voice. Don't forget to subscribe!

Episode 17:  Today we talked about what gets you fired up or affects you emotionally, in this intense political climate. We heard from a few listeners on what their hot buttons are right now and I share ways to gracefully transform your emotions, so they don't consume you or get you down. I also, share my hot button from this week.  Don't forget to subscribe!

Episode 16:  In today's episode, we talk about empowering women to speak their truth and bring light to the places where, we as women diminish our truth, greatness and power. We hear from our caller, Anna Rohrbough who shares how she was triggered by Hillary Clinton, saying that women's votes were influenced by men in their lives. And guest, Kathy Torimoto, shares how she feels about what’s happening with #neveragain, gun legislation laws and the school walkout yesterday. Don't forget to subscribe!  

Episode 15: Today we are talking about a lot of chaos in the White House this week and our continuing conversation about the emotional chaos in the country, on social media and in our relationships. Many Americans have been feeling a lot of anxiety this past year, and chaos certainly doesn't help. My special guest, Rob Dubois shares why he feels, we as Americans are destroying ourselves from the inside. Don't forget to subscribe!

Episode 14: I'm so inspired by the children of Marjorie Stoneman Douglas High School that won't take no for an answer and are demanding change on gun laws. That's what we are talking about today. How we stand with these kids (who are leading the moral authority with such eloquence) and create a safe environment, for our children to go to school. My special guest, Jeff Malone inspires us and shares his optimism about allowing these kids to lead the change, we need on gun laws. Don't forget to subscribe!

Episode 13: It's not only the things that we stand up for, but it's what we turn our head away from and ultimately accept, that determines who we are and the fate of our country. It doesn't matter what side you are on, Trump stirs up our emotions and then you are left with, choosing who you are and how you are going to respond. No more complacency. We have to follow our own internal guidance and create America, the way we want it to be.  That truly is the message. Don't forget to subscribe!

Episode 12:  Today we talk about how what we give our attention to has an impact.  It can be easy to believe that individually, we don’t have much influence.  But we do. And what we individually say and do either peacefully transforms what's happening or creates more distraction and chaos.  My special guest, Jill Nichols-Hicks shares how she feels about what's happening in this country and how it's affecting her relationships. Don't forget to subscribe!

Episode 11: Today we talk about the Trump presidency, the state of the union address, the Russia investigation, your political interaction on social media, your relationships, and how it's all affecting you – your anxiety, your emotions, maybe, even your sleep. My special guest, Angelica Reyes, shares how exhausting it all is, at times. And we hear two wildly opposing views and yet we can honor each other‘s views at the same time, no need to agree or disagree with either. Don't forget to subscribe!

Episode 10: This week, new developments in the Russia investigation divide people pretty significantly. Name calling was at a high over DACA. And our relationships continue to be strained and some, just destroyed by this division. We talk about how to find compassion, in those moments, when you strongly disagree. One of the callers shares that our country is engaged in emotional warfare. I talk with my special guest, Jen Mueller, as she shares 5 ways to disagree like an adult. Don't forget to subscribe!

Episode 9: We talk about Senator Cory Booker's comments about President Trumps vulgarity: "It's not the Vulgarity, Booker says, "it's the bigotry and the discrimination –  that in our climate today causes damage. Those words just don't disappear. We must not be silent and complicit.” I talk with my special guest, Jeffrey Malone, as he shares, how to own our projections and stop pointing the finger and projecting blame, regardless of what's happening, so we can Make America Love Again. Don't forget to subscribe!

Episode 8: Political opposition runs high this week, as talk about Trump's mental fitness is discussed and Oprah gives her empowering speech at the Golden Globes, about the press being under siege.  I talk with my special guest, Brian Hilliard, about how to use what’s happening as a catalyst for our own personal growth and transformation, instead of feeling like a victim to it all. Don't forget to subscribe!

Episode 7: Today, we are talking about, regardless of what's happening politically moment to moment, how we are responding to it and how it’s affecting us individually, cannot be overlooked. We talk about how to shift from feeling powerless to being empowered. And my special guest, Donna Lipman shares how essential it is to pay attention to how we're feeling.  She says, "If we aren't aware of what's happening in our own internal world, we are doomed to live it out." Don't forget to subscribe to the show!

Episode 6: Today we are talking about how to have your voice heard without the fear of being attacked or worse, shutting down and not saying anything at all.      Are you scared to share your view?  Have you been shamed in the past when you said how you feel about an issue?  Put into a category of people and then judged HARSHLY?  In talking to many people, that's what is most shocking.  Some of us, for fear of being attacked or judged, aren't saying anything at all about what's happening politically in this country. And without having our voice heard, we can't be a part of the change. I will share exactly how to communicate how you feel in a way that heals and connects you to someone else, instead of opens you up to be attacked, judged or ostracized. Don't forget to subscribe to the show!

Episode 5: Today we are talking about how so much of what's happening politically, in this country, is emotionally based.  I share why I felt outraged by the tweet bullying. And my special guest, Dr Shaillinder Sodhi shares the detrimental impact anger has on our well being, and simple techniques to release that anger from our body. Don't forget to subscribe to the show!

Episode 4: In this week's episode, we are talking about how, even though it is a tough time, why it is an amazing time. Our consciousness is being elevated and so many of us are paying attention in a way, that we may not have in the past. Women are coming out and speaking out against sexual misconduct, which we talk about throughout the show and I highlight in our final thought. People that weren't involved in politics are taking a stand and even though it's a hard time in so many ways, we discuss how it's changing many of us, for the better. Don't forget to subscribe to the show!  

Episode 3: Today we are talking about what to do when you feel powerless. BloomBerg reported, that almost 2/3 of Americans say this is the lowest point in US history and it's keeping them up at night. I believe much of this stems from feeling powerless; that there isn't anything we can do.  But there ABSOLUTELY is and that's exactly what we are talking about on this week's episode. I share a simple technique to use in the moments you feel powerless, to fuel more courage, than you ever thought was possible. Don't forget to subscribe to the show!

Episode 2: Have you ended a friendship, a relationship, maybe even a marriage because you couldn't see eye to eye on the issues? Are you uncomfortable in your office because of political differences? In this week's episode, we are talking about how political differences are wreaking havoc in your relationships and what to do to make things more harmonious. I share a powerful tool to use in any relationship - that immediately shifts how you feel about yourself and the other person, creating more peace and harmony. Don't forget to subscribe to the show!

Episode 1: Today, I am sharing how to move beyond anger, the emotion many of us try to avoid or simply don't know what to do with, that's being awoken in an immense way in this country.  PLUS . . . I'm answering a question on so many people's minds,  "How do I talk to my kids about what's happening in this country politically? And how do I do this in a way, that keeps them from being scared?"  AND "I want to air my views with my friends, but I don’t know the best way to do it, without causing disrespect to my friends or a huge rift.  How would you approach this?" Don't forget to subscribe to the show!