That Green Dress Podcast

There is so much wisdom and so many life lessons to be learned from a farm. I recently had the opportunity to return to the farm and I observed with different eyes...a new level of admiration, appreciation, and awe. This week, I share the 10 things I've learned from the farm and my parents, the farmers. From assuming positive intent, to not “sweating the small stuff,” and to operating from a solution-oriented lens, there is something in this list that will enhance your work and relationships. Join me!

As you know, I spent many years focused on the grind. Nose down, blinders up and all. And you know what happened? I missed so many opportunities to experience AWE. I was first introduced to this concept (which sounds strange, I know) by my uncle, John DeGraaf, as I began to explore the possibilities ahead of launching the podcast. I had no idea the dramatic and positive impact that experiencing awe could have on a person...on me. Did you know that experiencing awe can improve mood, increase gratitude and life satisfaction, decrease stress, and improve connection? Wild, right?! This week, I share the research behind awe, the experiences of awe I fully embraced last week on holiday, and ideas for ways to experience awe each day. And guess what, they are free! Join me to increase those moments that stop you in your tracks, find you at a loss for words, leave you with your mouth agape, and give you goosebumps. Say yes to awe with me! Sources: https://greatergood.berkeley.edu/article/item/eight_reasons_why_awe_makes_your_life_better https://greatergood.berkeley.edu/article/item/six_ways_to_incorporate_awe_into_your_daily_life https://www.johndegraaf.com/ Awestruck, Jonah Paquette Bai, Y., Maruskin, L. A., Chen, S., Gordon, A. M., Stellar, J. E., McNeil, G. D., Peng, K., & Keltner, D. (2017). Awe, the diminished self, and collective engagement: Universals and cultural variations in the small self. Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, 113(2), 185–209. https://doi.org/10.1037/pspa0000087 Stellar, J. E., Gordon, A., Anderson, C. L., Piff, P. K., McNeil, G. D., & Keltner, D. (2018). Awe and humility. Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, 114(2), 258–269. https://doi.org/10.1037/pspi0000109

What's That Green Dress? Is it a fashion podcast? No. Is it a show all about JLo's green dress...the one with the plunging neckline? Um, no. Is a program about sustainable clothing? One episode was! I am little over a year into this show and new listeners are engaging every single day - THANK YOU! As such, I decided it was time to reintroduce the podcast. Tune in to hear where this journey started including the reason for the title, That Green Dress. I invite you to listen to the episode, reflect on your own joy journey, your growth over the past year, and celebrate how far you've come. If you are listening for the first time, you are right in time! Welcome to our learning community. Together, we can experience greater joy and combat burnout!

Last week’s episode was a fan favorite! And while the topic of mental health is heavy, the response we received told us just how important it is to have these conversations. Mental health and all it encompasses can feel scary as there are so many unsettling unknowns, complicated systems to navigate, and difficult work required in the midst of one’s pain. This week, we tackle your questions in response to my first episode with Morgan. Topics include: How to know when a person is struggling Medication Timelines and progress 2 more strategies We hope you will join us and keep the conversation going! **Some content in this episode may be triggering. Listener discretion is advised. If you need emergency support, please call 911.** National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: 800-273-8255

A study released by the CDC found that younger adults report having “disproportionately worse mental health outcomes” than people of other ages. Researchers specifically found that nearly 52% of people between the ages of 25 and 44 reported having at least one symptom of poor mental or behavioral health. In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, today I share the space with my favorite guest to date...my little sister. Momo talks about her experience in mental health, finding and fanning her passion as a ballroom dancer, and learning to live a more meaningful and authentic life. Vulnerability begets vulnerability, and this week’s episode is an invitation to feel less alone, to find courage to seek help, and to live more joyfully. *It is important to note that the information shared today may be triggering for some audiences. Listener discretion is advised. For emergency services, please call 911.* Guest Social Handles: IG: DanceVisionOfficial FB: Dance Vision Official Resources: https://www.nami.org/Blogs/NAMI-Blog/February-2019/Millennials-and-Mental-Health https://parade.com/1122525/korinmiller/millennial-mental-health/ https://time.com/collection/davos-2020-mental-health/5764680/mental-health-at-work/

I am often asked, “How are you doing?” “What has changed?” “What’s still working?” “What have you learned?” in the past year of podcasting, while in the midst of a global pandemic and during a transition back to work from a year-long sabbatical. Short answer? Good. Lots. Some things. More than I expected. Seriously though. This year has been an incredible opportunity to learn from other women. To check myself. To maintain my boundaries. To prioritize my family. To laugh more. To articulate my needs. To recognize that while I changed, I re-entered a system that very much stayed the same. It has been hard some days. I learned I still have lots of learning to do, grace is very much needed, fresh starts are key, and that I can’t underestimate the power of attending to basic needs. Tune in for a life update. Celebrate with me. You’ve been here for this journey and I think we should cheer for that. Cheers to life!

Motherhood is beautiful and hard. Really beautiful and really hard. And while the whole experience is supposed to be natural…there are many ways in which it isn’t the case. In an effort to increase our compassion and empathy for one another and in honor of Mother’s Day, this week I reflect on my journey in motherhood. A rocky, joyful, lovely, and scary experience. We have to make it ok to be wildly fulfilled by motherhood. We must open our hearts to those mamas who are feeling overwhelmed and even frustrated on the hard days and seasons. We have to normalize and acknowledge those who are wishing and praying for a baby. And we have to give space to those mamas who are missing their angel babies. We must also have space in our heart for this with children who are struggling, feeling sadness, and regret. Join me in lifting up the women around us!

Our internal voice is loud. Sometimes this voice is cruel, unrelenting, and unrealistic. This week, I share 6 comments/perceptions/beliefs/assumptions that can lead to burnout. These comments may be those that we have created or ones we have constructed based on the actions of others. Actually, these 6 were all tickets to my personal experience in burnout. EACH ONE! Regardless of how and when they hit, these comments can be POWERFUL and negatively impact our well-being. Each can derail our progress, dampen our hope, and rob our joy. Tune in to hear if you have any of these comments on loop. Let’s adjust our narrative to live more joyfully!

Have you ever laughed and cried at a funeral? Felt sad and yet relief/freedom as a result? Felt hurt and hopeful after a break up? Relief and frustrated about a recent layoff? Fear and attracted to true crime stories? Have you felt disgusted by a person’s acts but feel sadness when they are hurt or you come to understand an unfortunate upbringing? Felt terrified and excited about starting a new venture? Felt grateful and ready yet anxious to re-emerge from the pandemic? This week I talk about how these moments and these emotions can happen simultaneously at varying degrees. This seeming conflict can invite or even require us to pause. The positive emotions we experience are generally the ones we wish to hold onto and yet the harder ones, those difficult to shake, can help keep us safe by signalling when risk, aversion, danger may be present. We get to choose how we respond and which we lean into first and more deeply. Tune in to learn more about the “emotional bipolarity” phenomenon. Source: Seltzer, L. (2011, June, 11). Can you feel two emotions at once?. Psychology Today. https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/evolution-the-self/201406/can-you-feel-two-emotions-once

Today’s episode answers an important listener question that seemed appropriate on the heels of our conversations about grief and loss. Here is the question: How do you stop wanting things you’ve always wanted - children, job, relationship, face, body…? A big and even painful question. First, if you’ve wondered this about yourself, you are NOT alone. This is certainly a human experience. It is human to have dreams, expectations, desires, and hopes. It is human to work towards these life plans. And yet, we know things don’t always unfold as we wished and sometimes are far outside of our control. Sometimes, though, the “change in plans” come with positive consequences. And while they may be difficult to see, know, understand in the moment, they may be more present later...when we are ready or in a different life season. In this episode, I share a personal experience when life didn’t go as planned...when my dream didn’t take shape. This experience was discouraging, embarrassing, and contributed to my feeling stuck and hopeless. This week, you will learn strategies for living through these moments and emerging differently, including labeling your experience with movie titles. Tune in to hear the movie title I selected to describe my experience and how it impacted me.

Loss of a relationship? A job? A friend? A significant other? An important event or achievement? Each of these can be experienced as a significant loss. Sometimes, though, we judge or criticize others for the way they experience a major event. We may minimize the impact of the experience or the gravity of the loss. Here’s the deal. We get to choose. We define the event or moment for which we are grieving AND we get grieve in the way that works and makes sense for us. Sometimes the difference in our perceptions and styles create challenges in our relationships and interactions. We grieve one way and others do it a different way. Guess what, both are correct! Cheers to honoring each other’s experiences.

Description: Anyone else get frustrated, discouraged, confused by recurring feelings of anxiety, panic, grief and loss? While these may seem like distinctly different feelings, they can hit similarly and at the most inconvenient and random times. Like in the shoe aisle of my favorite store. While on vacation. Often, our reaction is to run away from the emotion, minimize it, and hope it doesn't return. Well, that may work for a minute, and I can assure you that you will be super disappointed if this is your only solution. Tune in to learn about how I handle these moments (something that has taken years of practice, I might add) and how I did today when I experienced panic the size of a Mack semi truck.

Episode Short Description: Do you make decisions or choices based on others? Decisions based on their needs, beliefs, values, desires, goals, and dreams? I did, especially professionally. Actually, if I’m being real, it happens in various areas of my life. I liked people to see me as successful, high achieving, and doing the right things. And, it’s not that I don’t still enjoy this. I do. Recently, though, I had the opportunity to reflect on my growth in this specific area. Tune in to learn how I’ve shed some of the old narratives and ways of making decisions that weren’t serving me well. Cheers to having agency and making choices to increase joy!

We live in a social world that is filtered and constructed to highlight the “good stuff.” And while I am SUPER into recognizing and lifting the good (as you know), sometimes it keeps us from truly understanding or realizing what another might be experiencing. This can keep us from being known and makes it difficult to establish meaningful connections with others. It also perpetuates an inaccurate narrative of each other. This week I talk with Rachel DeAlto, relationship expert, about presenting more authentically in life and re-entering and establishing connections post COVID-19. Let’s do this! Guest Bio: Rachel has been a relationship expert on Seasons 4 & 5 of Lifetime’s Married at First Sight and TLC’s Kate+Date. She has represented Match, Comfort Suites, and TD Bank as a national spokesperson, and currently works with Match as its Chief Dating Expert. She has shared her expertise with audiences on The TODAY Show, Good Morning America, CNN/HLN, Access Hollywood Live, The Steve Harvey Show, and Fox News. Rachel has also presented three TEDx talks, her most recent: Being Authentic in A Filtered World which is presently featured on TED.com. Rachel is a graduate of Seton Hall School of Law and is completing her Master’s in Psychology at Arizona State University. She is a certified coach and trained in hypnotherapy and meditation. She’s truly a powerhouse and a lot of fun! IG, Clubhouse: @racheldealto

Now that things are beginning to reopen and vaccines are being rolled out, are you struggling in a way you didn’t expect? Like on one hand, you prayed and hoped and wished things would reopen over the course of the least year, and yet here you are reluctant, scared, nervous, or uncomfortable with actually getting out and into life? Me, too. The idea of “strolling” around Target and browsing every detail of the new home decor line increases my stress. This is new. I love Target! What happened? Well, the pandemic happened and required us to hunker down, isolate, and adjust to the parameters. As we emerge from the pandemic, it is normal for us to feel a bit reluctant, stressed, and apprehensive. We have to relearn how to do this...how to be in community...how to be with others. I know. Bananas. What we also know, though, is the longer we avoid things that are scary, hairy, and hard is that we actually make them scarier, hairier, and harder to overcome! Leaning into the discomfort takes concerted effort, and I encourage you to try. Along the way, remember to give yourself loads of grace and patience. You will get there. We will get there. I have hope!

This week, Angela Schutz, publicity and development guru, sociometric star and ultimate hype girl, joins the show to share her lived experience in embracing new seasons in life. From a divorce to going all in on one business and starting another, she shares the importance of self-healing, accepting love and support of others around you, and giving voice to your gifts and talents! While sometimes, “messy,” Angela shares the successes and goodness that emerged in the midst of the global pandemic. You’ll want to experience her joy and presence. Join us! IG: come.meet.with.me

Connection...we are all missing it to some degree (even those of who identify as introverts). We are fortunate to have different kinds of access to others via social networks, media, and other forms of technology. Sometimes, though, in an effort to find connection on these platforms, we find ourselves creeping into comparison - who’s having more fun than you, connecting with others more than you, eating better than you, having newer/better/cooler/more things than you, celebrating different moments than you, having more hydrated and plump skin than you, etc. This comparison is truly JOY-SUCKING. In this episode I talk about Dunbar’s number and the way in which we can leverage our social groups to increase our joy rather than feel stuck in comparison. Let’s do this!

I had such great feedback and response from last week’s episode on Dr. Chapman’s 5 Love Languages. This week, I continue the conversation about receiving and expressing love. Several of you shared your experiences and had questions about how to do this work day-to-day, especially after you’ve had the initial conversation with your significant other. In this episode, I address your questions. I talk about the importance of being abundantly clear in stating how you receive love, including providing your significant other with specific examples of what this looks like for you (they will not, cannot, and should not read your mind). In addition, I share the importance of offering grace, gratitude, and patience for your person’s effort in this charge, while giving your person the opportunity to learn a new way (Note: It can take up to 250+ days to change a behavior!!). Join me as we do this work together!

Love. Seems easy enough. Who knew it’d be so hard? After 20+ years and many failed attempts, I feel like my husband and I have finally figured out how to give and receive love in the way we need. You have likely heard of Dr. Gary Chapman’s 5 Love Languages. I had but never gave much thought or frankly credence to them until I received a pair of scissors for Valentine’s Day, lost my shaz, and realized I needed to figure this out. In the process, I learned how I give and receive love AND how misaligned this is with how my husband gives and receives love. It was truly a lightbulb moment! Tune in to learn more about our journey and hopefully take something that will help you have greater alignment in love and really in all relationships! Resources: https://www.5lovelanguages.com/ Dr. Gary Chapman

Do you still have that teal taffeta dress in your closet from your high school prom because you can’t let it go? Do you have a habit of clicking “buy it now” on your shopping accounts hoping that shiny item will bring joy and then feel nervous or guilty (or embarrassed) when the boxes begin to arrive at your door? Do you take advantage of clearance sales and purchase things you “might wear some day” only to have them still in your closet with tags? Now, do you ever stop to think about where your clothing and beauty products originated? Do you wonder who made them and how that person is treated as an employee? Do you scour the ingredients lists to understand what you are wearing and how it might impact your body and functioning? And finally, do you feel overwhelmed about this whole subject and feel like it is one more thing… If you are anything like me, you answered a mix of “yes” and “no” throughout, but a resounding “yes” to the last question. And, it is ok. We are here to learn. On this episode, we learn more about sustainable fashion and beauty with the one and only, Stella Abril! Let’s learn about living more joyfully with a sustainable lifestyle! Stella is a “eco-preneur” focused on sustainable fashion and beauty. She is the President and Chairperson of the Arizona Sustainable Apparel Association and the host of the podcast Change is Now! Stella is a community leader, wife, and mama to 3 beautiful girls! Stella’s efforts promote ethics, change, and sustainability living from the inception of an idea to production, and consumption. Connect with Stella: IG: stella_abril_ IG: life_and_lemons IG: azsaa

Continuing the conversation about quitting and shedding, this week I talk about knowing when something is truly out of alignment or something we just don’t want to do or are afraid to do because it is hard, stretches us, or feels uncomfortable. Ooooooh! I say this because if the latter applies to you, know that I hear and see you. Knowing whether or not something is in alignment takes time and work. Tune in to learn 5 steps to making value-centered decisions that fans your goals and dreams, contributes to joy, and cultivates an aligned life!

Welcome to Season 2!! Do you like to do things right and even perfect? Does it bother you to not do things well...the first time? Do you hang on to plans, ideas, goals, commitments because you don’t want to be seen as a quitter, or because you paid for an experience, or because you feel ashamed, or because you don’t want to let yourself down? Me, too. ME, TOO! In this week’s episode, let’s talk about quitting.

Is your turkey thawing? This is a new 2020 stressor for me. Who knew a turkey was so high maintenance? This year, though, it is no surprise that holidays are looking a bit different. And while we will find new and creative ways of celebrating, there is no doubt that this season may bring a different kind of sadness and stress for many. From job loss to illness, from missing family connection to burn out, you are not alone. This week, I share 10 creative ways to de-stress during the holidays. I hope any one of these help you to navigate the days ahead. Be steadfast in your commitment to live joyfully this season. I’ll be here, doing the work alongside you!

On the heels of Veterans Day, this week TGD honor’s those who serve and have served our country. This goes beyond the soldiers and extends to their families, especially their partners and spouses, who are often called to lean into the uncertainty and adversity, and even put their immediate goals on hold. This week, I talk with Brandy Sharpe, wife of an active duty serviceman, mama to two teenage girls, a volunteer, and graduate student - all of this while being stationed internationally with her family! Brandy shares her journey in navigating life as a military spouse including frequent moves and changes, the blessings and challenges, and getting comfortable in the ambiguity; how she finds joy; and how she continues to pursue her own professional and personal goals!

Finding yourself tired of the negativity, criticism, and blame that seems ever present? Whether in social or mainstream media, magazines, conversations in the workplace and around the dinner table, or gestures connected to road rage, it feels like things are a little too tense and we all need help! This week, join me as I share a strategy for increasing curiosity, compassion, and empathy. I wonder what it would be like if we reduced the should-ing, blame, criticism, and expectations we placed on other people’s behavior, language and thoughts, and worked to understand differently? I wonder what it would be like if we considered what a person might be experiencing simultaneously to the external factors like the election, pandemic, and social unrest in the world? I wonder what it would be like for us to respond to our neighbors and fellow humans from a place of care and concern. Let’s do this!

Okay, the world feels heavy. Whether the election, pandemics, virtual learning, online dating, job loss, illness, or anything else has you down, know that you aren’t alone. I felt compelled to do this type of episode because I, too, was feeling the weight of the world, even with my habits and skills in place. This week, join me as I share a list of things that bring joy and highlight goodness. This is not an episode about minimizing or ignoring big issues and feelings that are so, so real. Rather, this episode is about helping us to dig deep and seek out the joyful moments that are abundant. To sit in these moments. To honor them. And, to allow them to positively impact the way we feel, experience the world, and move in life. Sending so much love to you all. I hope you will make space in your heart for this episode.

Namaste? Downward Dog? Reiki? Chakras? Anyone else heard of these but wondered what they are and how or if they really work? Anyone else totally down to try anything at this point because 2020? Me, too. This week, Carah Elizabeth unpacks the meaning and purpose of each of these wellness practices. She shares her personal journey in seeking support that guided her own professional focus and practice, which resulted in a few pivots and adjustments along the way. When thinking about joy and wellness, Carah Elizabeth focuses on the whole body via yoga, Reiki, meditation, coaching, and other therapeutic skills. To this end, she now helps women get into alignment and break through all that is holding them back and she shares some stories of transformation that are truly inspiring! I learned so much in our conversation about the intention behind this work and the potential benefits. I had no idea there could be so much beauty in the work! Join us this week! Guest Bio: As a Body Wisdom Coach I help women feel & heal past trauma so that they can release the past and discover the wisdom & guidance within themselves. Along the journey of coming home to themselves I support women liberate themselves from the imprisoned by not feeling alive, enough or limited by numbness through the Body Wisdom Method. Using Yoga, Reiki, Breathwork, Meditation & my years of psychotherapy skills I assist women in confidently connecting to the wisdom of their bodies, embracing their truth & enjoy full lives of abundance, laughter & love. Connect with Carah Elizabeth on IG: carah.elizabeth

Struggling to find joy in your personal and professional life? Wondering how to take the first steps into launching your own business, idea, or opportunity? Looking for ways to leverage your gifts and talents? This week, my guest Bekah Read shares her transition in taking the plunge from the corporate world to entrepreneur. Bekah talks about celebrating her gifts and talents, and reimagining how to use them to serve a different purpose; often helping other women who are beginning their own journeys in entrepreneurship. Quick to acknowledge the challenges that come with working independently, Bekah has developed wellness habits that keep her healthy, mentally and physically. Tune in as she shares how implementing “Joy Activities” has made a difference for her, especially during the pandemic.

October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month! Anyone else find the experience of a mammogram a bit unnerving for many reasons? Same. From making the appointment, to being squished, and then waiting for your results...it can all be stressful. This week, I chat with Angela Barnes, CEO and Founder of Kvinna Breast Care and Imagining. Angela has painfully experienced the failure of mammography for women with dense breast tissue. One of her best friends is battling a stage 4 diagnosis because mammography alone didn’t give her the early detection she needed due to her dense breast tissue. After discovering how SonoCine (an Automated Whole Breast Ultrasound that powerfully detects small cancers in women with dense breast tissue or with implants) would have made a difference in her friend’s life, and learning that tens of thousands of these stories happen every year in our country alone, Angela has made it her mission to bring this powerful ultrasound technology to the masses. Angela is committed to making sure women are educated and then empowered to make the very best decisions for their health. Tune in to hear how Angela used her experiences to fuel a major shift in her life, both personally and professionally! You can connect with Kvinna: IG: @Kvinnacare Web: kvinnacare.com Disclaimer: That Green Dress is a space designed for women to exchange information and ideas, and is in no way responsible for medical diagnosis/treatment. Please consult your medical provider before making any decisions. Guest Bio: Angela Barnes lives in beautiful Liberty Lake, WA in the heart of the Pacific Northwest. She is married to her husband Mark and together they have raised three kids. She has dedicated the last 22 years to raising her children and working in several women’s ministries. Her heart and passion for women living healthy and whole lives is the driving force behind all she does. This mission has led her to this next chapter in her life. She is the president and co-founder of KVINNA Breast Care + Imaging clinic. The first clinic is located in Liberty Lake and is opening in early 2021.

To date, I have heard from so many women who have experienced stress and burnout in their lives. For some, these moments have served as an impetus to try something new and for others, the experience left them feeling stuck. Really stuck. In my journey, being able to label my experience allowed me to get clear and honest about my needs and begin to imagine my next steps. This week, I share and define stress, burnout, compassion fatigue, and empathy blocks...all of which can kill our joy. I no longer want you to feel stuck, burned out, or alone. I want you to live differently; more joyfully. Tune in to learn more about how these challenges can manifest, how they can impact your daily life, and what you can do about it!

Episode Number: 20 Episode Short Description: Women are susceptible to burnout and it can occur at any season in life. Once thought to be for those entering retirement or empty nesters, burnout is also present in our young female friends including those finishing college and seeking that fabulous first job, those who entered the workforce early and now experience stuckness and dissatisfaction, those who are criticized for appearing to young or inexperienced, and those working to establish themselves in the adult world all while navigating the ever present social media influence that only seems to complicate the situation through comparison. Bottomline, burnout can happen to any one of us at any time. We can relate. We can learn from each other’s experiences and work to make sure we do it differently. Tune in this week as Ariana Watson shares her journey in healing.

Have you ever wondered why others seem to be smiling more frequently, laughing more deeply, or having more fun than you? If you recall the first episode, I described one of the biggest indicators of my burn out was my loss of joy. I didn’t see how hustling, achieving, and being productive could occur alongside joy. As I sat in deeper reflection this year, it became clear that joy had been something that seemed out of reach for most of my life. I had started to convince myself that joy wasn’t for me. I didn’t understand it, I was envious of those who seemed to be experiencing it, and yet I wondered if true joy was actually real. Listen in as I share what I have discovered about joy, my new definition, and how I’m doing it every single day!

Will I have to lay on the couch? Will my therapist just tell me what to do? What if the clinician and I don’t “click?” If I go to counseling, does it mean I am “crazy?” Our mental health is important, especially right now when so much of our life feels a bit off course, disrupted, or unpredictable. In honor of National Suicide Prevention Month, I talk with Dr. Michelle Ghoston, Assistant Professor and Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, to demystify the counseling process and experience, highlight the importance of strengthening and attending to our mental health, and validate the human experience in the midst of multiple pandemics. Dr. Ghoston is an Assistant Professor at Wake Forest University where she educates future mental health counselors. Her research is anchored in Social Justice and Equity; Cultural Competence and Awareness; Neuroscience; and Threat Assessment. She is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and has a private practice. National Suicide Hotline: 800-273-8255 Sponsors: Deliberate Strength: @deliberate_strength; deliberatestrength.co miFlavour: @miFlavour; miflavour.com

In this week’s episode, Addy interviews Nikki Gingrich, a mama of 2 and business owner who left her long time career in fundraising to pursue her goal of helping other women make bold moves, listen to their intuition, and create the life they want. Nikki shares her journey in making her own pivot in her career, the times she spent ignoring her inner voice and nudge, and finding the courage to engage in life differently! You can connect with Nikki on: Facebook: facebook.com/steppingupwithnikki Instagram - @Nikki Gingrich Website - nikkigingrich.com Podcast - Stepping Up for the Working Mom Sponsors: Deliberate Strength: @deliberate_strength; deliberatestrength.co miFlavour: @miFlavour; miflavour.com

Episode Description: Is your to-do list growing, but you feel stuck and don’t take action? Do you find yourself hypnotized by the spinning wheel on your laptop, rather than accomplishing the must-do’s on your list? Are there so many things that need your attention that you find it hard to take any action at all? Me, too. I see you. I usually find this the opportune time to learn new TikTok dances, organize my shoe collection, or scrub my baseboards...great procrastination strategies. In the meantime, my list grows and I feel off balance. This week, Megan Accardo, a leadership and productivity coach, helps us do it differently! Bio: Megan is leadership strategist, business coach, host of the Power your Purpose podcast host, and motivational speaker. She is a former entertainment event producer with 15+ years of business experience managing large teams. She also has a master’s degree in Marital and Family Therapy. Megan uses her experience to help women strengthen their leadership skills and increase their productivity. https://www.meganaccardo.com/ Podcast: https://www.meganaccardo.com/poweryourpurpose Sponsors: Deliberate Strength: @deliberate_strength; deliberatestrength.co miFlavour: @miFlavour; miflavour.com

Episode Short Description: Who’s feeling the stress? Online work and school got you feeling overwhelmed? You, too? When we are feeling stressed, we don’t always think before we speak and we may unintentionally hurt, criticize, or minimize ourselves and others. In this week’s episode, Addy shares 4 words/phrases, in addition to the nonveral language, that keep us stuck and wasting our precious head and heart energy. Our language and word choice are so powerful and something we have control over (doesn’t some control sound nice right now?). Let’s learn to watch our language and be choosy with our words in an effort to live life more joyfully! Sponsors: Deliberate Strength: @deliberate_strength; deliberatestrength.co miFlavour: @miFlavour; miflavour.com

Episode Description: Can you imagine physically leaving your home, family, and country in order to hit reset on life and challenge yourself? I know we have talked on the show about making space for ourselves through carving an extra 30 minutes each morning or embarking on a weeklong solo journey, but Ann did this in a BIG, no, a GIGANTIC way! Listen as she describes her experience navigating life in a foreign place, staying connected with loved ones who cheered her on from a distance, embracing the sticky, and cultivating joy in her life. She encourages us to try new things, have courage, and make our needs a priority! Ann Marie’s Bio: Ann Marie Luce is a proud scholar practitioner who believes that our moral imperative as leaders is to build the capacity of others through service, strengths-based support and coaching. As an educator and school principal Ann Marie has served a variety of communities in Canada, China and the United States. Currently Ann Marie is enrolled in the Educational Doctorate program at Gonzaga University where she is focusing her research on how leaders develop their cultural intelligence to lead in a global context. Ann Marie believes in pushing yourself outside of your comfort zone and taking risks as demonstrated by her decision to leave a stable career in Ontario to take on the challenge of leading a Canadian International School in Beijing, China. Having taught and led in diverse school communities in Ontario, China and the USA Ann Marie believes that trust, transparency and collaboration are the keys to success for school leadership. As a leader building relationships and developing people are the highest calling of leadership and offer the greatest impact on student learning. “We must all work together to create a safe and caring learning community in which all individuals feel valued, respected, and understood in order to grow.” Ann Marie has a simple message for educators around the world….Be brave, take risks and be open to new possibilities! You never know what is out there, what you can learn about yourself and others, or where you might go next! Do not fear change but embrace it! Challenge the status quo! Ann Marie’s Blog: https://principalluce.edublogs.org Sponsors: Deliberate Strength: @deliberate_strength; deliberatestrength.co miFlavour: @miFlavour; miflavour.com

I don’t know about you but working out hasn’t always been something I enjoy. Especially working out in public. No. Never. Not for me. I was too insecure about my gym outfit, knowledge of the gym equipment (what do all those machines really do?), and body. All of this coupled with mixed messages of what to eat - who knew some people refer to bananas as “sugar sticks,” I just didn’t think working out and feeling good in this way was for me. In this episode, Michelle Clark, my friend and gym owner debunks some myths, teaches us a different way to consider health and fitness, and inspires us to make little steps. And, guess what, you don’t have to wear matching gym clothes or understand all those machines... She’s the real deal and is here to help us out! Michelle is a coach and Co-owner of Deliberate Strength. As a Division I college athlete, a basketball player at Gonzaga University, sports and training has always been a part of Michelle’s life. Michelle was hired as an assistant coach after graduating and continued her studies earning a Master’s Degree in School Counseling. She loves developing relationships with people and fostering an environment of personal growth. She says, “ We want Deliberate Strength to be that place for people to come and feel uplifted in whatever it is they are trying to achieve." IG: @deliberate_strength Web: deliberatestrength.co Sponsors: Deliberate Strength: @deliberate_strength; deliberatestrength.co miFlavour: @miFlavour; miflavour.com

Episode Description: Have you ever felt called to pursue your family’s trade, craft, or profession? Have you wondered if leaning into this calling would lead to deeper joy? Join me on this week’s episode with Ashley George, a 4th generation gold gilder, to learn more about her decision to jump from her wildly successful corporate job to pursue a passion deeply connected to her family roots. Ashley shares her true love for this work, what the shift and process have been like, and her vision for the future as a fine artist! This is an episode about finding real joy! Connect with Ashley: https://ashleyjogeorge.com/ IG, TikTok, Snapchat: @ASHLEYJOGEORGE Podcast: Paved in Gold Sponsors: Deliberate Strength: @deliberate_strength; deliberatestrength.co miFlavour: @miFlavour; miflavour.com

Episode Description: Feeling called to do something different? Some more? And not something more as in “let’s add more to your plate,” but more...something more joyful, more meaningful, more creative, innovative, satisfying? Remember, this podcast emerged from my own “nudge” to do more. In this episode, I talk with Stephanie Hendrick, the author and founder of Meant for More, a space for women who want to challenge barriers and change their mindset in pursuing their own purpose. Stephanie shares her personal journey and ideas for women who are feeling a nudge do something more! You can connect with Stephanie on Instagram @stephanie_hendrick and at stephaniehendrick.com. Sponsors: Deliberate Strength: @deliberate_strength; deliberatestrength.co miFlavour: @miFlavour; miflavour.com

Episode Description: When you find yourself stressed or upset, do you reach for food? Have you frequented your kitchen cabinets or refrigerator more regularly during COVID? Do you then beat yourself up because you think you “should know better?” Don’t be ashamed. You aren’t alone. This week’s episode with lifestyle and wellness coach, Kelsey Flanagan, provides a space to learn all things food and body, including developing a greater awareness of our specific needs, presence, and self-compassion. Join us! IG: kelsey_flanagan_ Podcast: LIFTUP Show https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-liftup-show/id1479471526 Sponsors: Deliberate Strength: @deliberate_strength; deliberatestrength.co miFlavour: @miFlavour; miflavour.com

Feeling sluggish, stressed, and just not yourself? In this week’s episode, I talk with Dr. Erin Ellis, a naturopathic doctor in Scottsdale, AZ about the effects stress can have on our bodies. She shares her own journey in listening to her body and navigating challenges, which ultimately led to a shift in career and mission. As a provider, Erin’s mission is to help women address the root cause of why they are constantly running on empty, feeling “off,” or struggling to lose weight despite exercising and clean eating. She’s basically speaking to me! Join us to learn more! You can connect with Dr. Erin at @dr.erinellis on Instagram and at drerinellis.com. Sponsors: Deliberate Strength: @deliberate_strength; deliberatestrength.co miFlavour: @miFlavour; miflavour.com

In this week’s episode, Addy interviews Heidi Busche about navigating existing romantic partnerships while under quarantine, as many of us are spending a lot of time together under the roof. She will also share what unpartnered women can do in this time to be relationship ready in the future. Heidi is a relationship expert and coach, speaker, and the author of Relationship Ready who helps women shed their old narratives and learn to engage in healthy partnerships. She gets real about her own personal experiences in navigating life’s challenges. You can connect with Heidi at @honeyb52 on Instagram and at heidibcoaching.com. Sponsors: Deliberate Strength: @deliberate_strength; deliberatestrength.co miFlavour: @miFlavour; miflavour.com

It’s Addy! Time to check in. So far we have heard from incredible women who have offered nuggets of information about how to heal, shift, and grow in discomfort, disruption, and burnout. I have learned so much and continue to develop my own skills! I’ve heard from many of you who are also working hard to create new habits - yay for doing things in community! Many have also asked how my journey is going, especially since I recently dipped my toe back into the professional world, teaching 4 weeks of summer school. Virtually. Whoa. So, how did I do? What habits stuck? What did I learn? Let’s celebrate our growth and look forward to the future! Sponsors: Deliberate Strength - @deliberate_strength; deliberatestrength.co miFlavour - @miflavour; miflavour.com TGD Links: thatgreendress.com; @thatgreendress

Now more than ever, we are spending time at home. For some, our spaces are our refuge, they feel cozy and secure. For others, our spaces feel stressful, hurried, and even suffocating. If you are like me, this time at home has me feeling all of these things at different times!! In this episode, I talk with Jill Bauer of JustJill.com, your go-to gal for all things home - decor, cooking, entertaining, and gardening. You can find Jill’s work on the TODAY show, NY Live, Good Day NY, and QVC. Jill will share her experience in shifting from a long and successful career on television to pursuing her dreams of building her own household brand. Jill shares ideas for delighting in the goodness at home and ways to make your home feel cozy and inviting! You can connect with Jill at justjill.com where you will find ALL the yummy recipes to feed your belly and your soul, and Instagram @justjill and on Facebook. Sponsors: Deliberate Strength: @deliberate_strength; deliberatestrength.co miFlavour: @miFlavour; miflavour.com

Have you ever experienced mom guilt or thought to yourself, “this must not be the right time for my goals and dreams.” This week, I chat with Tera Wages, photographer, real mama, and host of the podcast, I Get It. Tera doesn’t shy away from sharing the awesome and less awesome moments in life, and she’s here to shed light on how she balances being a mama AND achieving her personal goals! Tera loves helping women, “Kill it at life,” and this episode will get us primed and excited to do just that! Sponsors: Deliberate Strength: @deliberate_strength; deliberatestrength.co miFlavour: @miFlavour; miflavour.com

Have you ever felt stuck in your own indecision, criticism, or negative narrative? This week we’re going to hear from Carrie Vee, an empowerment and mindset coach who helps women dream, eliminate excuses, claim empowerment. She’s the host of the podcast, Coffee, and Tea with Carrie Vee, and today she is going to help us strengthen our mindset to change the way we interpret and enter the world! Sponsors: Deliberate Strength: @deliberate_strength; deliberatestrength.co miFlavour: @miFlavour; miflavour.com

Have you achieved all the things and taken all the “right” steps only to find yourself thinking, “Why am I not feeling happy right now?!” In this episode, I talk with Sallie Holder, an experienced business coach, consultant, trainer, and the author of Hitting Rock Middle. Sallie had a successful legal career (as defined by external measures) and found herself feeling unfulfilled. She listened to the subtle nudges to make a change. Sallie shares her journey, the power of self-care, and the ability to achieve joy personally and professionally on your OWN terms! You can connect with Sallie on Instagram @sallieholder and at sallieholder.com. Sponsors: Deliberate Strength: @deliberate_strength; deliberatestrength.co miFlavour: @miFlavour; miflavour.com

Have you ever wanted to take action in your relationships, your job, your passion project, wellness, only to create all kinds of barriers for yourself? In our second episode, we talk with Lindsey Schwartz about getting out of our own way, increasing our self-awareness, and stepping into the life we know we deserve! Lindsey is the author of Powerhouse Women, and the Host and Founder of the PowerHouse Women podcast, community, and live events. She is a rockstar! You can connect with Lindsey at @llindseyschwartz and @powerhouse_women on Instagram and at powerhousewomen.co. Deliberate Strength: @deliberate_strength; deliberatestrength.co miFlavour: @miFlavour; miflavour.com

On this episode our host, Addy, shares her WHY for this podcast and her journey in living a more engaged life. Deliberate Strength - @deliberate_strength; deliberatestrength.com miFlavour - @miflavour; miflavour.com thatgreendress.com; @thatgreendress

A Podcast For Living Your Engaged and Joyful Life That Green Dress is a podcast for women just like you. Women who have found this moment of loss, invisibility, confusion, a lack of motivation or inspiration, or even an increase in self-doubt that’s paralyzed us from the living the life we know we deserve. The truth is, every environment, be it a workplace, home, a relationship, can leave us challenging our beliefs, our worth, and our value - am I doing enough professionally, being enough as a community member, I am attractive enough for my partner, am I making enough healthy meals for my kids…you know, doing ALL the things. You may have your own version of a green dress, maybe your narrative is that you are a mom in the throws of motherhood and you’ve lost your femininity and identity and you want it back. Perhaps you are entering your second or third career in life and want your experience and history to be valued. Entering the workforce with a degree in hand only to realize the job wasn’t what you imagined. Perhaps you’ve lost your joy and you want to find it... I want to invite you back into the person you were designed to be by helping you tune in and turn up the volume on your abilities, talents and gifts. Walking back into the engaged life meant that I had to revisit the woman I was from the very beginning. The engaged life gives you validation, and opens you up to encouragement and support from other women navigating through the same territory as you. When we run alone and empty we reject spaces to get quiet, reflect and imagine because they feel uncomfortable. I want to help you cultivate that space again where you can dream, imagine again. That Green Dress Podcast is going to open you up for functional alone time and rejuvenating relationships at the same time. Join me each week championed, energized, renewed, and ready to come out of isolation into the community with other women and ready to live your most engaged life.