This Fierce Amazing Life

Newly elected Oregon Secretary of State, Senator Shemia Fagan joins us for this inspiring discussion on the importance of voice in creating possibility and change. Shemia shares her amazing story as she went from rural poverty to law school to serving in congress and the senate. This eye-opening discussion will give a new perspective about how we think about ourselves, and how we are seen through the eyes of others. Through it all voice is the central theme - how we develop it, how we use it, and how we keep being heard. Please support PossibilitiesforWomen.org

Standing in the possibility that we can create a future in which all women can thrive is where I was when I created Possibilities for Women, a new charitable organization with the sole purpose of empowering women. In this episode we will talk about the importance of empowering women to create a better reality for themselves and the vital role that education plays in making this happen. Knowing that we have the opportunity to make an impact in the lives of women in our communities, and in doing so change the fabric of our society is HUGE. For those of us who have been supported on our journey's, and for those of us who were not but wish we had been, this episode is for you, because there is good enough to go around and we CAN pay it forward. www.possibilitiesforwomen.org

What it takes to make things happen in life begins with just showing up for what you say you want. Then, being continuously in action, in motion, towards that vision is the key, even if it's in the wrong direction and there are failures along the way. Kirsten Jones is a former Hall of Fame Division-I volleyball player and fourteen-year NIKE executive, now a motivational speaker, author, and Peak Performance Coach to parents and athletes, from high-school to the NFL. She is a master at helping others see where they want to go and gaining the mind-set to make it happen. Her style is witty, a little in your face, and the simplicity is astonishing. You're going to love this interview! (Note: This podcast was recorded using Zoom, there are a couple of strange audio issues at the beginning of the podcast (minor) but they resolve shortly. Keep listening, it's worth it!)

If you want to be the captain of your life, the Master of your Self, you've got to become very intimate with what is the driving force behind your decisions. Identifying your core values and leading your life from these values sets you up to be able to create a new way of living - A NEW YOU. Freedom comes in creating the possibility of who you are right now, this moment forward, no matter your past experiences, regrets, or mistakes. Shifting what it means to be you actually brings you closer to who you truly are. It's a course correction back in the direction of winning at life, and it can be HUGE!

Conversation with Nikki Nash, author (Market Your Genius, Hay House publishing 2021), motivational speaker, and entrepreneur. Known for empowering people to quit making excuses and start going after their dreams, Nikki talks with us about moving from logical Plan A to Plan B and then, when none of that is working, beyond logic to Plan C. She gives incredible insight into what she calls finding "your genius," which is NOT what you are good at or even what you are passionate about, but a deeper, more magical discovery of who you really are. Whether or not you are an entrepreneur or business owner is irrelevant to this conversation about these all-important aspects of self and life that will inform the decisions you make toward your ultimate happiness. Join us for this open, fun, and straightforward conversation that will inspire you with real-life stories, insight, and truth.

Empowerment has all kinds of meanings and connotations, even misunderstandings. In this episode I define and explore what is meant when I talk about empowerment. I'll bring clarity to what self-empowerment is and explore what an empowered person might show up like. We'll finish by understanding why, if we are to change the world, living an empowered life - for all people - is so important.

In the midst of so much pain in our world right now, so much inequality, and the cries that are heard around the world, I offer this prayer for Love. Please join me in this prayer, no matter your race, religion, or creed. And share this prayer out into your world, with those you love, with those you know only just a little, that we can be the change.

Uncertainty is staring us in the face these days and we're acting like it's something new. What if instead of being paralyzed by uncertainty we could recognize it for what it really is, and then be empowered to act in integrity with ourselves and others? We're going to deconstruct uncertainty and give you a new perspective of reality, because uncertainty is a part of the human experience and it's not going anywhere, but YOU are so let's put uncertainty in it's place!

Chaos and anxiety are the general energy of our society right now, so it's even more important to learn how to take control of your mind and your environment. Learn proven hacks for literally laying down new neuronal pathways in your brain to create a mindset of clarity and calm, and you'll be surprised how quickly you will shift from chaos to calm.

It's so easy to lose our way and feel completely ungrounded when we are stripped of our normal routine. Explore the importance of ritual in our daily lives to keep us centered. What keeps us human beings rather than human doers?

Understand the 3 types of fear and what it means to thrive so that you can be in reality about any situation. Mastering your emotions when the world seems to stop will allow you to keep growing and moving forward so that you can experience true success in the areas of your life that matter the most to your happiness and how you want to be of service to the world.