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Failing might seem scary or even painful from a distance; perhaps that's why many prefer not to try, which feels safer. Yet even if you don't achieve an objective in a particular time, it can still be done; failing can be a good thing. You'll learn what you've done wrong, where you need to improve, and what you need to conquer your goals.This week, in the last episode of the year, our Creative Director, Samantha Trotter, and our Director of Productions, Kathy Preston, join us to reflect on 2022's highlights, the lessons it taught us, and what is coming for WRAR in 2023. We share some details of the programs we'll release soon to help you elevate your voice and get your message out there; we discuss the importance of keep trying after failing and some of our personal and professional goals and aspirations for next year. In This Episode, You Will Learn:About WRAR's goals for 2023 (3:11)Is not trying better than failing? (3:43)The importance of backing each other during hard times (7:02)What is the Love Alchemy program, and how can it help you elevate your voice ( 14:06)Let's Connect:WRAR, Inc websiteWRAR, Inc FacebookWRAR, Inc LinkedInWRAR with Sparks InstagramLinktree Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Painful moments and loss are inevitable elements of anyone's life; there is nothing we can do to prevent bad things happen to us. Suffering, on the other hand, is entirely optional. What we do with what happens to us makes the difference. Facing the death of a loved one, we can drown in a pool of anger and self-pity, or we can use that loss as a catalyst to become better versions of ourselves and honor that person's memory. In today's episode, Jeff Johnston joins us to talk about how he used the death of one of his kids as fuel to rise for his family and give them nothing but the best of himself. Jeff is the author of "This one's for you," a book that aims to inspire those fighting the war against their addictions. He is also the host of the Living Undeterred podcast and the founder of Living Undeterred, dedicated to changing the narrative on mental health, substance abuse, and addiction, and Choices Network, a space designed to educate and inspire teens and young adults to make positive choices.Throughout our conversation, Jeff talks about how his life changed after losing his older son Seth, how his family reacted to the massive blow, and how it helped him see life differently. We talk about his book and how he felt during the writing process and after finishing it. Plus, we discuss why we let things stop us from being our best version, the damaging mistake of comparing grief, why we should pursue piece instead of happiness, and more.In This Episode, You Will Learn:Life humbles you when you think you are at the top of the mountain (3:08)How Jeff and his family reacted to the loss of Seth (7:19)About Jeff's transformation and getting rid of the sightseeing mindset (11:52)Do things happen to you or for you? (15:44)What's stopping you from being the person you need to be (27:45)Resources:Living Undeterred websiteChoices Network websiteBook: Jeff Johnston - This One's For You: An Inspirational Journey Through Addiction, Death, and MeaningLiving Undeterred podcastConnect with Jeff:LinkedInLet's Connect:WRAR, Inc websiteWRAR, Inc FacebookWRAR, Inc LinkedInWRAR with Sparks InstagramLinktreeBook Your Experience at the I Do Me Retreat Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If every time you wake up, you think, "ugh, I have to go to work," that's the energy you'll carry throughout your day and the rest of the week. Life becomes less and less enjoyable, all you do is wait for the weekend to come, which seems like a tiny spark of hope from far until it's there, and you spend it recovering yourself. How would you know when is enough? How would you recognize you ARE enough and HAVE what it takes to enjoy life? In this episode, I'm joined by a goddess, my mentor, and the reason why I got into podcasting, Ginni Saraswati. Ginni is an Award-Winning Journalist, Podcast Producer, Content Creator Specialist, and Host of the Ginni Show podcast. She is also a Founder, a Contributor at Forbes, Fast Company, Rolling Stone, and Entrepreneur, and the CEO of Ginni Media. We had a fantastic conversation about entrepreneurship, how challenging and educating can be, and why for some of us looks like the only way out. She shared her experiences in the 9 to 5 world, why she jumped into entrepreneurship, and how she managed to build a consistent culture at Ginni Media, an utterly remote work environment. Plus, we talk about the not-enoughness feeling, why this feeling is particularly cruel to women, the importance of giving ourselves permission to rest, and much more. In This Episode, You Will Learn:A bit about Ginni's journey into entrepreneurship (4:28)What happens when you realize the 9 to 5 life is not for you (6:42)Why is it so hard to retain talent these days (10:13)The importance of a company's values and checking on them regularly (14:57)Who established the benchmark of what is enough? (21:12)The magical power of giving ourselves permission to rest (25:54)Resources:Ginni Media websiteThe Ginni Show podcastConnect with Ginni:LinkedInInstagramLet's Connect:WRAR, Inc websiteWRAR, Inc FacebookWRAR, Inc LinkedInWRAR with Sparks InstagramLinktreeBook Your Experience at the I Do Me Retreat Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Besides asking for help (which is extremely hard), there are other ways to get yourself from a dark place, like being at the service, attaching your life to someone else's in a healthy way, journaling, meditation, or practicing stillness. In today's episode, the driving force Nyleeta Logon visits us to talk about worthiness, self-love, and the importance of gathering the courage to ask for help. Nyleeta is the Founder of the Self Worthy Society and host of The So Damn Worthy Podcast. Throughout our conversation, Nyleeta shared bits of her past, her own struggle with depression, and those experiences' role in creating the Self Worthy Society. We exchange stories from our past, the lessons they taught us about ourselves, and how we used them to help others. Plus, we go through some alternatives for those who want to start working on themselves, like practicing brain dumps or stillness; we learn about why bragging about small wins is essential and so much more. In This Episode, You Will Learn:What does comparing ourselves to others do to our heads (6:31)About Nyleeta's future plans and her intention of conquering the world, one live event at a time (9:36)Never shy away from asking for help (19:12)Being at service can be life-saving (23:19)Simple things you can do to start taking care of yourself (31:37)Learn how to be comfortable with yourself and with who you are (41:28)Resources:The So Damn Worthy PodcastConnect with Nyleeta:InstagramLet's Connect:WRAR, Inc websiteWRAR, Inc FacebookWRAR, Inc LinkedInWRAR with Sparks InstagramLinktreeBook Your Experience at the I Do Me Retreat Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

One of the main reasons why most people resist asking for help is because it shows vulnerability, and we've been misled into thinking that being vulnerable is a sign of weakness. Yet, we are not meant to go through life's journey alone, and interestingly enough, being vulnerable is one of the best ways to realize we are not alone. Today, we revisit my conversation with Nancy Kobel, a woman I can't thank enough for having in my orbit. Nancy is just as passionate as I am about changing the conversation around shame, guilt, and vulnerability. As the Founder and CEO of Leader Inspired, Nancy is passionate about helping others face and conquer their limiting beliefs, overcome their fears, and tear apart their self-imposed limitations. We delve into Nancy's journey into coaching, her past as a NASA Thermal Engineer, and her transition into leadership and coaching. We also chat about the universe's unique way of sending messages, why it is so hard to ask for help, the benefits of being vulnerable, and so much more. In This Episode, You Will Learn:About Nancy's transition from NASA Engineer to coaching (4:32)Why Nancy decided to stick with engineering, even when others thought she should change her major (7:48)When the universe sends us back to planet earth (16:13)About Nancy's self-imposed limiting beliefs and how she conquered them (20:22)Being vulnerable is the only way to find out you're not alone (35:01)We are in this together (41:42)Resources:Leader Inspired websiteConnect with NancyLinkedInInstagramFacebookLet's Connect:WRAR, Inc websiteWRAR, Inc FacebookWRAR, Inc LinkedInWRAR with Sparks InstagramLinktreeBook Your Experience at the I Do Me Retreat Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Many people think of self-care as a selfish act; nothing could be further from the truth. In fact, taking good care of ourselves is the best way to ensure we give others nothing but our best version. In this episode, we talk about all things self-care. We go through some of the tips our latest guest Marci Shimoff gifted us with to ensure we take good care of ourselves. I also share some of my favorite practices to pamper myself, energize my days, and get from me the best I have to offer to the world. Plus, we highlight the importance of hydration, meditation and breathing techniques, and much more. In This Episode, You Will Learn:Why does taking care of ourselves land as something selfish (3:17)Educating yourself is a form of self-love (5:13)The mirror exercise (7:47)What is box breathing, and what kind of change generates in our bodies (12:05)Why you should always keep yourself hydrated (14:01)Let's Connect:WRAR, Inc websiteWRAR, Inc FacebookWRAR, Inc LinkedInWRAR with Sparks InstagramLinktreeBook Your Experience at the I Do Me Retreat Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

All of us have a happiness setpoint, which is 50% genetics and 40% habits and behavior. The remaining 10% is determined by our circumstances. However, we dedicate most of our time to worrying about and focusing on changing our circumstances, both the less influential and harder to change from scratch. Joining us today to talk about how to be happy for no reason is the New York Times Best-selling Author, CEO, I Do Me Retreat Speaker, Transformational Leader, and Authority on Creating Lasting Happiness, Marci Shimoff. Our conversation spun around the idea of achieving long-lasting happiness, understanding why we feel miserable sometimes, and how to avoid falling into sadness rabbit holes. Marci shared bits of his story, the breaking point she understood she needed to aid her happiness to thrive, and the seven areas of our lives we must be aware of to equilibrate our happiness set point. Marci also shared several actionable items to boost happiness, her experiences with the Dalai Lama, how to create new neural pathways through paying attention to our thoughts, and so much more. In This Episode, You Will Learn:Born an empath. How it is to grow up feeling the pain in the world (5:26)A breaking point in Marci's life (7:23)About the happiness set point and how to influence it (11:09)We need to get comfortable with bragging and celebrating our wins (15:16)Marci's experiences with the Dalai Lama (17:59)The seven areas you must improve to enhance your happiness set point (20:39)What is the most loving thing you can do for yourself today? (30:16)Three tips for creating new neural pathways (35:34)Resources:Marci Shimoff websiteMarci Shimoff booksConnect with Marci:LinkedInFacebookLet's Connect:WRAR, Inc websiteWRAR, Inc FacebookWRAR, Inc LinkedInWRAR with Sparks InstagramLinktreeBook Your Experience at the I Do Me Retreat Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

There is a huge difference between accepting what life throws your way and giving up. Acceptance is about leaving blaming others and victim mentality aside and making peace with life on life's terms. In today's episode, we revisit my conversation with Lynn Burgess, who is one of the reasons why I can walk and dance again after my accident. We had a wonderful conversation about the importance of listening to our bodies, how to build trust and confidence through it, and thinking of healing from a holistic approach. We go through my healing process after the accident and Lynn's central role in it; we talk about alternative exits when Western medicine gets out of answers and why as long as we have a choice, we have hope. Lynn also reveals yoga's true meaning and purpose, the life-changing power of reclaiming who we are, and so much more. In This Episode, You Will Learn:When we look at our life from a place of acceptance (3:52)Why we should look at healing as a holistic approach (7:01)How determination and emotional support influence healing (8:43)Lynn explains the most common misconceptions about yoga and its purpose (13:44)It is never late to take baby steps (20:23)The body talks. Why we should pay more attention to it (22:05)Resources:Yoga from the Heart websiteYoga from the Heart TwitterYoga from the Heart FacebookConnect with Lynn:YouTubeVimeoLet's Connect:WRAR, Inc FacebookWRAR, Inc LinkedInWRAR with Sparks InstagramLinktree Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How much of the fear we feel comes from being genuinely worried or traumatized, and how much of it is a byproduct of mass media and social media's instigation? Does fear generate profit? In today's episode, while the uncertainty about what Hurricane Ian is capable of consumes us, we pause for a moment to talk about fear. Its origin, the differences between Dr. Albrecht's five types of fear, and how they affect us. We also explore why fear is advertised to us almost constantly, how to avoid being paralyzed by it, what we can do if fear wins the battle and freezes us, and so much more. In This Episode, You Will Learn:Mass media and social media inundate us with fear. Why? (2:46)What happens in our body when we are afraid (5:25)Why we feel powerless, and how to deal with it (7:14)Dr. Albrecht's 5 types of fear (9:28)Remember to spare a moment to be grateful (15:41)Don't let fear freeze you (18:12)Let's Connect:WRAR, Inc websiteWRAR, Inc FacebookWRAR, Inc LinkedInWRAR with Sparks InstagramLinktreeBook Your Experience at the I Do Me Retreat Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The first gastric bypass Echo Laymon Pelster had in 1984 didn't work too well for her, so she had a second one. She lost over two hundred pounds this time, but after a few months, she regained over a hundred. After many years of struggle, Echo finally figured it out: obesity has less to do with what people eat and more with what is eating them. Fast forward to the present day, Echo has lost over 770 pounds on the books and maintained her weight for the last 20 years; let's meet her. Echo Laymon Pelster is a motivational speaker, trainer, workshop facilitator, and author passionate about helping people who have struggled with weight their whole life overcome their limitations and compulsive habits and build confidence. In her latest book, "The Twisted Love Of Food Addiction," Echo narrates how she looked for shelter on food after the tragic loss of 4 siblings in 4 separate traumatic accidents. She is living proof that no matter what has been said or done to you, you can always return to being the person you were meant to be. In this episode, we delve into Echo's struggle with weight and her relentless will to overcome challenges and pursue happiness. She depicts her experiences of having two gastric bypasses, the dark places she lived in during those times, and the tools she discovered to rescue herself from there. We also talk about the power of being fully present, listening more to our bodies than to our heads, and above all things, allowing ourselves to be and making peace with allowing things to happen. We also talk about the importance of visiting our inner children more often, letting them be, revisiting happy memories, and much more. In This Episode, You Will Learn:Where the mind goes, the body follows (3:31)A bit about Echo's struggle with weight (4:47)Learning to live between the two palms. Gratitude and presence (7:20)When the disorder of our inside screams on the outside (14:20)How to manage our above or below-the-line behavior (20:02)Learning to love ourselves and listening to our bodies (25:44)Resources:Echo Pelster's websiteBook: Echo Laymon Pelster - The Twisted Love Of Food Addiction: Releasing Your Pounds of PainConnect with Echo:LinkedInFacebookTwitterLet's Connect:WRAR, Inc websiteWRAR, Inc FacebookWRAR, Inc LinkedInWRAR with Sparks InstagramLinktreeBook Your Experience at the I Do Me Retreat Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this episode, we revisit our conversation with Jo Visser about perimenopause, menopause, and post-menopause and why we don't speak about it freely and more often. Jo has a background as a nurse and an educator, and she incorporates the best of those disciplines into her coaching to provide women with tools to break the taboos around menopause, advocate, and empower themselves. She is a Co-active Coach, Facilitator, and Educator who loves transforming uncomfortable conversations into enjoyable conversations.We debunk the most common myths about menopause and its effects on women, share our clear stand on the taboos around "puberty's other end," and discuss the need most women have for more precise and accessible information about menopause and its effects. In addition, we discuss the hormonal changes that menopause produces in us and why we should embrace and accept them instead of denying or fighting them. We also explore the harmful effects of society's recurrent practice of shaming and judging women's bodies and sexuality. In This Episode, You Will Learn:Jo explains the need to normalize conversations about menopause (5:02)Jo talks about the hormonal changes in women's bodies during menopause (7:20)Jo highlights the for women to have access to the correct information about what is happening in our bodies (12:31)Jo talks about the need to live our lives outside the sexual exploitation of our bodies (20:09)Jo talks about bio-identical hormones (27:19)Jo and Kristin talk about how increasing knowledge automatically reduces the stress generated by talking about menopause (41:22)Resources:Menopause Chicks with Shirley Weir Facebook GroupConnect with Jo:LinkedInFacebookEmail: jovissercoach@gmail.comLet's Connect:WRAR, Inc websiteWRAR, Inc FacebookWRAR, Inc LinkedInWRAR with Sparks InstagramLinktreeBook Your Experience at the I Do Me Retreat Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Women are socially conditioned to be ashamed of their bodies, to think of the golden years as their worst years, and ignore every positive aspect of entering a mature age. Today's guest, the amazing Dr. Lisa Parsons, joins us to rip off perimenopause and menopause's negative labels and help us talk about our bodies without shame. Dr. Lisa Parsons is a certified ob-gyn, providing gynecology services through direct care at Mindful Roots and the New England Direct Care Alliance. She graduated in Osteopathic Medicine and completed her residency at Maine Medical Center. She also worked as a full-time ob-gyn at the All About Woman and Mercy Hospital. Dr. Lisa Parsons then decided to split her time between teaching as the discipline chief and professor at the University of New England and as an ob-gyn as a laborist/nocturnist in the Lewiston area. In this episode, we had a fantastic conversation about the benefits of entering the golden years, the need for confidence and freedom when talking about our bodies, and why society insists on pointing out only the negatives of getting older. Dr. Lisa explains the differences between concierge medicine and direct care and the importance of developing personal relationships with our health providers. We also discuss the importance of forgiveness, the need for creating supportive spaces where women have each other's back, and we share some details of the upcoming Roots of Fire Retreat happening from October 13th to the 16th, 2022. In This Episode, You Will Learn:What about taking the shame away when talking about our bodies? (3:22)The importance of asking ourselves what we want (6:43)Dr. Lisa Parsons explains the difference between concierge medicine and direct care (8:01)The importance of creating experiences and not just doctor's appointments (15:34)About the Roots of Fire Retreat (23:26)The differences in how men and women are socially conditioned (31:47)Resources:Mindful Roots websiteNew England Direct Care Alliance websiteRoots of Fire RetreatConnect with Dr. Lisa:LinkedInLet's Connect:WRAR, Inc websiteWRAR, Inc FacebookWRAR, Inc LinkedInWRAR with Sparks InstagramLinktreeBook Your Experience at the I Do Me Retreat Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It is always a good time to remember to breathe, pause for a minute and appreciate the simple things in life. Leave aside the overcomplicated tasks we force ourselves to do, let go of the things we accumulate and rarely use, and just enjoy the little things in life. Today's episode is a rerun of our inspiring conversation with Kim Allen, CEO and Owner of Kimberly Allen Meditation & More, about her calling and desire to help people learn how to live an uncomplicated life. Kim also shared her journey in voice training and how being present helped her face her fears, accept her limitations, and change the stories in her head's narrative about herself and her voicing abilities. We also chat about the hardships of living a simpler life, decluttering the storage room in the house, the mental space where we store limiting beliefs, and much more. Kim has over 20 years of experience in the health and wellness industry; she is an expert in meditation, stress relief, and mindfulness and a health coach. She holds a BS in Exercise Physiology, an MS in Nonprofit Management, and is on her way to getting a Ph.D. in Lifestyle Medicine.In This Episode, You Will Learn:About Kim's desire to make life easy and uncomplicated for her and her coachees (9:36)How meditation can help us understand the importance of simplifying things (10:34)Living a simple life is hard, but not impossible (14:13)Kim's journey with voice training, facing her fears and accepting her limitations (17:13)How limiting beliefs get in our way (21:12)The power of bringing magic into our lives (27:19)Resources:Kimberly Allen Meditation & More websiteConnect with Kimberly:LinkedInEmail: kim@kimberlyallen.netLet's Connect:WRAR, Inc websiteWRAR, Inc FacebookWRAR, Inc LinkedInWRAR with Sparks InstagramLinktreeBook Your Experience at the I Do Me Retreat Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Remaining curious throughout our lives will not only allow us to be constantly learning, but it will also push us forward to explore, taste, and see what's behind and beyond our comfort zone. How curious are you about your possibilities, your ambition, about the questions that bounce in your head? Today, as we enter a new season, a season of harvest and rebirth, we'll start a new section in the podcast. On the first Tuesday of every month, we'll ask a question that'll lead our conversation. This month's question is, what do I want? What do you want? What is it that we want? In this episode, we explore this month's question and the multiple opportunities its answers open. We learn about the law of allowing and why sometimes it is so hard to surrender to it. We also talk about the law of attraction and manifestation and learn to use the law of allowing so "the universe can do its thing." In This Episode, You Will Learn:Are we aware of curiosity's true power? (3:03)About this month's question and the podcast's new section (6:08)Why is it so hard for some people to familiarize themselves with the law of allowing (9:49)We are unable to produce the feeling of having the things we don't possess (13:06)We are the creators of our own suffering (16:12)Let's Connect:WRAR, Inc websiteWRAR, Inc FacebookWRAR, Inc LinkedInWRAR with Sparks InstagramLinktreeBook Your Experience at the I Do Me Retreat Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We are so focused on becoming our best version (especially those of us who spend time on self-development) that sometimes we forget to enjoy the journey. Being with ourselves, our true selves, and embracing who we are and what we've achieved will make our trip on that bridge from where we are to the place we want to be more accessible. Today's guest, Michelle Sorro, teaches us how to find peace in our state and enjoy every step we take on that bridge, the soul bridge. Michelle Sorro is an awakening guide, host of the Fire and Soul podcast, co-founder of The Podcast Accelerator, and founder of Soul Circles. She is a 7-figure spiritual entrepreneur who abandoned the shiny lights of TV to start her own business. In this episode, we have a fantastic conversation about learning to sit with whatever is happening in our lives, embracing our inner self, and allowing ourselves to be seen. We discuss some common misconceptions about the world of self-development and how to avoid falling into its pitfalls. We also explore the harmful effects of the anxiety pandemic spread across the globe during and after COVID, the need to open ourselves and make space to embrace what's new in our lives, and much more. In This Episode, You Will Learn:How to trust in the divine's time even when things don't go our way (5:42)About the fantastic work Michelle does in Soul Circle (8:39)The importance of finding purpose and enjoying the journey (10:12)How to allow ourselves to be and to be seen just as we are (15:18)We have the power to choose what to do with the changes we go through (22:30)What is the best way to deal with the anxiety pandemic (29:12)We are not here to awaken others; we are here to awaken ourselves (38:43)Resources:Michelle Sorro websiteFire and Soul podcast with Michelle SorroSoul Circle MastermindConnect with Michelle:LinkedInInstagramLet's Connect:WRAR, Inc websiteWRAR, Inc FacebookWRAR, Inc LinkedInWRAR with Sparks InstagramLinktreeBook Your Experience at the I Do Me Retreat Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Far from being over, the Me Too movement keeps producing great resources for women (and men!) to stop the physical and mental abuse hundreds of thousands of women suffer daily. In her book, "Life Beyond #MeToo," our guest, Christine Rose, offers several tools and information for men and women to take action and change the conversation about sexual abuse, violence, and harassment.Christine is a Business Strategist and Coach, an Internationally Bestselling Author, Speaker, and Entrepreneur. She is the Founder and CEO of CEOAccel, an invitation-only virtual community for CEOs of $1M+ revenue companies. Christine is also the CEO of Christine Rose Coaching & Consulting and an incredibly inspiring woman. In this episode, we discuss the value of surrounding ourselves with more capable, resourceful, and successful people to allow them to influence our own journey. We explore Christine's book's reach, the powerful change it proposes, and the resources it provides to men and women to increase awareness of sexual abuse. Christine also depicts how scary it is for most women that most offenders and abusers are the closest people, like relatives, friends, or neighbors. We also talk about the ways of objectification and its devastating effects, the liberating power of acknowledging traumatic experiences, and more. In This Episode, You Will Learn: If you are the smartest person in the room, you need another room (4:54)Women need to know they're not alone. Christine talks about the importance of women sharing their stories (7:41)Christine shares a simple yet powerful technique to raise awareness of sexual abuse and harassment (11:39)Kristin and Christine comment on a passage from the book, "we live with offenders..." (14:42)Christine talks about objectification and its devastating effects on women (26:15)Resources:Christine Rose Coaching & Consulting websiteCEO Accel websiteBook: Christine Rose - Life Beyond #MeToo: Creating a Safer World for Our Mothers, Daughters, Sisters & Friends.Connect with Christine:LinkedInTwitterInstagramFacebookLet's Connect:WRAR, Inc websiteWRAR, Inc FacebookWRAR, Inc LinkedInWRAR with Sparks InstagramLinktreeBook Your Experience at the I Do Me Retreat Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Joining us today is the amazing Robin Coale to talk about healing, the clearing and cleansing period earth is walking to, and her journey of becoming a shaman and healer.Robin is a gifted shamanic and energy healer, clairvoyant, channel, international teacher, and licensed psychotherapist. She descends from a family of powerful female healers, and her healing work combines clairvoyance and intelligence with deep sensitivity and compassion. Robin's healing practice, the Sacred Shamanic Healing, blends core shamanic techniques with her mediumship, channeling, and hands-on abilities for naming and clearing blockages in the body. Throughout our conversation, Robin shared the details of her fantastic story of how she got drawn into the shamanic world, her encounter with a red-haired angel, and the universe's confirmation about signs she thought she was getting. We explore the liberating strength of healing, the law of allowing, and the harmful effects of self-judgment. Robin also described the end of the 26,000 years cycle the earth is heading and the changes people can expect from it on a personal level and as a collective. In This Episode, You Will Learn:Robin talks about her energy healing work and the possibility of doing it virtually (3:25)Robin describes the cleansing and clearing age the earth is heading (6:11)Kristen and Robin discuss the importance of taking personal ownership of every moment (9:31)Robin explains the disequilibrium produced by failing to awake to what's going on at an energetic level around us (15:22)Robin narrates the story of how she became a shaman (22:25)Kristen and Robin talk about how harmful self-judgment can be (33:22)Resources:Sacred Shamanic Healing websiteChanneled Messages & Spirit Inspiration blogConnect with Robin:Phone: 505-690-0671Email: robincathleencoale@gmail.comLet's Connect:WRAR, Inc websiteWRAR, Inc FacebookWRAR, Inc LinkedInWRAR with Sparks InstagramLinktreeBook Your Experience at the I Do Me Retreat Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The incredible Katia Stern joins us today to talk about resilience, self-compassion, healing, being at service, and allowing us the space and opportunity to be wowed by ourselves. Katia, "The Wow woman," is an international best-selling author and an empowerment coach; she is a Psychology major and has a Master's degree in International Law. Katia is also a Certified Jack Canfield Success Principles Coach and a certified health coach. She is also Canada's Level fitness bikini competitor and the 2020 Mrs. Canada Classque. Katia is the author of the international best-selling book "You were born Wow," and co-authored "Success" with Jack Canfield, the #1 Success Coach, Founder of the Chicken Soup for the Soul billion-dollar publishing empire. Throughout our conversation, we delve into Katia's fabulous journey, coming from Russia to Canada by herself when she was 17, her challenges, and how she learned to be compassionate with herself, accept her failures, and face her fears. We talk about gratitude, how powerful being at service can be, and how to save our lives by embracing the idea that we can be "dragon slayers."Katia shared the origin of the money stories she had throughout her life, how she discovered the importance of acknowledging and celebrating small wins, and the need for healing before starting any in life. In This Episode, You Will Learn:Katia talks about her book and her wild journey (2:14)Kristin and Katia analyze the importance of living in a state of gratitude (11:08)Katia explains the importance for women of engaging with games and playing more (13:55)Katia talks about the need to change the narrative around forgiveness (21:14)Katia explains how she learned to allow herself the space to grow and evolve (40:33)Kristin and Katia talk about the need for healing before starting any project (49:29)Resources:Katia Stern websiteBook: Katia Stern - You Were Born WOWConnect with Katia:LinkedInClubhouseInstagramFacebookLet's Connect:WRAR, Inc websiteWRAR, Inc FacebookWRAR, Inc LinkedInWRAR with Sparks InstagramLinktreeBook Your Experience at the I Do Me Retreat Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Social entrepreneurship exists between the socialist and the capitalist approaches to entrepreneurship, where the first is about redistributing wealth and the latter is about wealth creation. Social enterprises' goal is not about giving but about providing less advantaged communities with the tools so they can help themselves. It's not about giving them fish; it's about teaching them how to fish. In this episode, Trisha Bailey visits us to talk about social entrepreneurship, its multiple advantages, and its massive impact on several communities she has been working on. Trisha holds a Ph.D. in International Business, is an avant-garde entrepreneur, a podcaster, and the Founder of Trisha Bailey Ph.D., a company entirely dedicated to elevating social entrepreneurs and virtually anyone interested in partnering with social enterprises. Throughout our conversation, we delve into Trisha's journey, her decision to pivot in her career toward social entrepreneurship, and her experiences in the space. We talk about COVID's impact on personal and professional connections and how it impulsed new technologies' emergence. We also talk about self-worthiness, healing, and how increasing awareness and presence can help us deal with our past traumas. In This Episode, You Will Learn:Trisha talks about her journey and how the pandemic got some of us closer (4:01)Trisha explains what social entrepreneurship is and how it all started (12:27)Trisha describes how social entrepreneurship can help communities (20:28)Trisha talks about some of the work she is doing in Africa and South East Asia (25:25)Trisha talks about her life after college, and she discovered social entrepreneurship (32:33)Trisha and Kristen talk about healing and the need to let go to create space for growth (48:46)Resources:Trisha Bailey P.h.D websiteThe Avant-Garde Entrepreneur PodcastConnect with Trisha:InstagramLinkedInYouTubeFacebookLet's Connect:WRAR, Inc websiteWRAR, Inc FacebookWRAR, Inc LinkedInWRAR with Sparks InstagramLinktreeBook Your Experience at the I Do Me Retreat Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Joining us today to talk about perimenopause, menopause, and post-menopause is the amazing Jo Visser. Jo is a Co-active Coach, Facilitator, and Educator, gifted in making uncomfortable conversations comfortable. Combining her background as a nurse, her experience in education, and his passion for coaching, Jo helps women break the taboos around menopause and encourages them to advocate for themselves and reclaim their power. In this episode, Jo helps us debunk the myths about menopause, setting a clear stand against the taboos surrounding "puberty's other end," naturalizing the end of our reproductive cycle, and advocating for easier access to information for women. We also talk about the need to accept hormonal changes and their effects on our bodies, functioning, and lives. Jo also highlights the need to understand that we shouldn't accept suffering as an unavoidable part of being a woman. In addition, analyze the social tendency to shame women's bodies and sexuality and its adverse effects on us. In This Episode, You Will Learn:Jo explains the need to normalize conversations about menopause (5:02)Jo talks about the hormonal changes in women's bodies during menopause (7:20)Jo highlights the for women to have access to the correct information about what is happening in our bodies (12:31)Jo talks about the need to live our lives outside the sexual exploitation of our bodies (20:09)Jo talks about bio-identical hormones (27:19)Jo and Kristin talk about how increasing knowledge automatically reduces the stress generated by talking about menopause (41:22)Resources:Menopause Chicks with Shirley Weir Facebook GroupConnect with Jo:LinkedInFacebookEmail: jovissercoach@gmail.comLet's Connect:WRAR, Inc websiteWRAR, Inc FacebookWRAR, Inc LinkedInWRAR with Sparks InstagramLinktreeBook Your Experience at the I Do Me Retreat Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Nancy Kobel, Executive and Leadership Coach for Women and Engineers, is joining us today to talk about vulnerability, facing our limiting beliefs, and conquering shame. Nancy is the Founder and CEO of Leader Inspired; she has over 10 years of coaching experience and over 20 as a facilitator. After graduating in Aerospace Engineering from the University of Maryland, Nancy worked as a Thermal Engineer at NASA and Swales Aerospace. After over a decade of working in collaborative teams, Nancy noticed engineers' lack of development in other areas outside engineering, so she decided to fix that. Nancy got several certifications in coaching and leadership; she became a Brené Brown Certified Dare to Lead™ Facilitator and a CPC from iPEC (Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching). ICF Accredited Coach (PCC – Professional Certified Coach), Energy Leadership Master Practitioner, and Reiki Master, among many others. In this episode, we delve into Nancy's career path and the reasons that led her to become an engineer first and then transition into leadership and coaching. We talk about the courage needed to face, defy, and conquer our limiting beliefs and the satisfaction of overcoming our fears and self-imposed limitations. We also talk about Nancy's decision to become a leadership coach and start her own business, her work at NASA, and the double standards we use to judge the ask for help. In This Episode, You Will Learn:Nancy talks about how she went from Thermal Engineer to Leadership and Executive Coach (4:28)Nancy talks about why she decided to stick with engineering, even when others thought she should change her major (7:48)Nancy talks about a limiting belief she chose to face and conquer (20:22)Nancy and Kristin talk about the need to acknowledge we are not alone, especially in moments of shame (31:58)Nancy talks about the challenges and benefits of being vulnerable (36:12)Resources:Leader Inspired websiteConnect with NancyLinkedInInstagramFacebookLet's Connect:WRAR, Inc websiteWRAR, Inc FacebookWRAR, Inc LinkedInWRAR with Sparks InstagramLinktreeBook Your Experience at the I Do Me Retreat Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After losing her husband to throat cancer, our guest, Susan Hayes, knew she had to find a way to experience joy again, but she didn't know how to do it. The pain and grief were like a dense cloud in front of her, following everywhere.One day, she made a radical decision that would change how she perceived and experienced joy, her approach to it, and how she experienced life. Susan Hayes, The Sparks Activator, is an Author, Keynote Speaker, Life Transformational Coach, and the CEO of Susan Hayes Speaks. In this episode, we delve into the importance of expressing ourselves, getting the things that hurt us out of our chest, and making space for joy to come into our lives. Susan shared bits of her past, the painful experience of losing her husband, and the challenging decision of letting go of things. We also talk about the body-mind-soul connection, the importance of healing traumas from the past, and paying attention to how our bodies absorb first and express later the traumatic experiences that mark our lives. In This Episode, You Will Learn:Susan talks about the huge decision she made months after her husband died (3:28)Susan explains why it is necessary to have a temper tantrum once in a while (6:34)Susan talks about the importance of making space in our lives to let joy in (10:01)Susan remembers the magical results she got by letting a 10-year-old express himself (22:34)Susan talks about the importance of finding the moment and the time to release things emotionally (30:44)Resources:Get a FREE chapter of Susan's newest book: The South Beach Diet of JoyConnect with Susan:LinkedInEmail: susanhayesspeaks@gmail.comBook a call with SusanLet's Connect:WRAR, Inc websiteWRAR, Inc FacebookWRAR, Inc LinkedInWRAR with Sparks InstagramLinktreeBook Your Experience at the I Do Me Retreat Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The I Do ME Retreat is getting closer, and Kathy is joining me today to talk about how this transformational experience grew up in our heads and hearts even before becoming a thing. In this episode, we go through what this retreat means to us and how exciting it is to think about how it'll transform other women's lives. We delve into the importance of coming out of our shells, acknowledging and embracing our inner goddess, and helping other sisters do the same.We also discuss the role our emotions and feelings have in our lives and why we must learn to live with them without regrets, be sorry for crying, be vulnerable, or express ourselves in any other way. In addition, we dive into why it's crucial to allow our victor to come forward and use our experiences in previous relationships to learn more about us. In This Episode, You Will Learn:What does the I Do Me Retreat mean to us (4:57)About some of the things Kathy figured out about herself (6:46)What happens when we resist our feelings and emotions (9:01)What is the I Do Me Retreat about (14:25)What can we expect from the retreat and its world-class guides (17:42)Let's Connect:WRAR, Inc websiteWRAR, Inc FacebookWRAR, Inc LinkedInWRAR with Sparks InstagramLinktreeBook Your Experience at the I Do Me Retreat Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Frank Carlisi joins us this week to discuss Pride, acceptance, gratitude and using active listening to connect. Frank is a PR Professional, Event Planner, Executive Producer, Content Creator, and the Co-founder of ExV Agency. In this episode, Frank shares his thoughts on Pride, what the event means to him and the community, and how he came to terms with coming out as a young adult. We talk about how working as a PR and being in charge of setting the tone of how someone or something is presented changed his own perception of human relationships. We delve into our imperative need, as a society, to remain curious, open, and exchange perceptions willingly, to better understand each other. Frank also explored the idea of bridging the gaps between those who don't think alike by listening more carefully, finding common ground, and meeting there. He shared the story of the elevator pitch in an actual elevator and how he found protection and reassurance in fictional characters that inspired him when he was a child. In This Episode, You Will Learn:Frank talks about the importance of being curious and open to seeing what is outside of our comfort zone (4:11)Frank talks about his childhood, how and why he decided to hide who he really was (6:16)Frank describes the importance of exchanging perceptions to evolve as a human group (8:42)Frank talks about the importance of being in touch with several perspectives, even those that are diametrically opposed to our own (13:45)Frank shares why he believes being repressed for so many years impacted his career as a TV producer (17:49)The elevator pitch (22:23)Frank shares what Pride means to him (27:11)People fear what they don't understand. Frank talks about the need for instilling connection and taking a moment to truly listen to others (39:27)Resources:The ExV Agency websiteConnect with Frank:LinkedInInstagramLet's Connect:WRAR, Inc FacebookWRAR, Inc LinkedInWRAR with Sparks InstagramLinktree Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Kathleen Seeley joins us today to talk about being intentional with our time, the things we put our energy on, what we wish to accomplish, and most importantly, with our work and those we choose to work with. Kathleen is the Founder of Massively Human Leadership, a platform designed to help people find and develop their leadership skills and help them live their dream life at a business and personal level. Kathleen is passionate about working with leaders and making one of his favorite mantras a reality: "Leadership is not about being someone to lean on; it is about making the leaning unnecessary."Our conversation revolves around Kathleen's background, her relationship with her family, and her drive to work hard, aiming to build a legacy above all things. We also talk about self-compassion and forgiveness, being grounded and aware of our skills and possibilities when we fail and succeed, and the moment Kathleen decided to set being intentional as one of her core values in her business and life. Kathleen also shared her thoughts on leadership and the massive impact the slightest of contacts can have on someone's life, like saying thank you or paying for someone's coffee. In This Episode, You Will Learn:Kathleen talks about how she discovered the importance of being intentional with her work and who she wanted to impact the most (6:56)Kathleen talks about how she deals with the things about her business she's not sure how to tackle (11:08)Kathleen talks about forgiveness' origin and how we can experience it (17:42)Kathleen shares her thoughts on accountability and being ready to face the consequences of our decisions (22:51)Kathleen describes her addiction to accomplishments and where did it take her (33:27)Kathleen talks about how important it is legacy for her (42:14)Resources:Massively Human Leadership websiteKathleen Seeley websiteBook: Megan Jo Wilson - Who The F*ck Am I To Be A Coach?!: A Warrior's Guide to Building a Wildly Successful Coaching Business From the Inside OutConnect with Kathleen:LinkedInInstagramFacebookYouTubeLet's Connect:WRAR, Inc FacebookWRAR, Inc LinkedInWRAR with Sparks InstagramLinktree Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

At some point in our lives, we decide that being an adult is all about the hustle; we feel guilty about enjoying life's simple things and being playful. When was the last time you stopped everything you were doing and took a moment to appreciate the awesomeness of the human body, to be grateful to your feet that support you or your legs that carry you around?In this episode, our guest, Walker Kimberly Brandt, kindly shares her refreshing look at life. She is a speaker, a mentor, a coach, a professional actress, and the author of "Awaken: Discovering Yourself Through the Light of Your Innocence."Throughout our conversation, we delve into the need to go back to the non-judgmental, experimental, and curious way of discovering the world we had when we were children. We discuss the high price we pay by keeping on blaming and shaming ourselves, the world's addiction to painkillers, and we allow ourselves to exercise a state of awe about life and its simple things, and much more. In This Episode, You Will Learn:About Walker's experiences that made her feel terrible about herself and instilled the need for change in her (5:13)Blame is a boomerang. We should leave it hanging there and don't touch it (8:58)About the silver linings of COVID (13:11)Why we should look at the world through a child's eyes more often (19:17)Why do we go through our adult life without allowing ourselves to be playful and silly (29:34)Suffering is a choice (43:29)Doctors are people, too; we must have a voice in the decision of what they put into our bodies (58:36)Walker's scary adventure at Yellowstone (1:15:24)Resources:Book: Walker Kimberly Brandt - Awaken: Discovering Yourself Through the Light of Your InnocenceConnect with Walker:LinkedInTwitterFacebookLet's Connect:WRAR, Inc FacebookWRAR, Inc LinkedInWRAR with Sparks InstagramLinktree Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Is that time of the month again; Kathy and I get together for another conversation, although this time, we have exciting news and a huge announcement. Mark your calendar! From September 9th to 16th and December 1st to 8th, we'll be hosting the "I Do Me Transformational Experience" at The Ritz-Carlton in Sarasota. We'll have excellent speakers, a secret headliner that we'll reveal closer to the dates, and all kinds of educational, self-development, and playful experiences. The creation of this transformational experience was inspired by a conversation I had with Kathy some time ago and because we believe in the need to strengthen women's sisterhood, unconditional support, mutual love, and respect. We aim to allow women to simply BE and forget about who society tells them they are supposed to be according to their job, profession, or marital status. In This Episode, You Will Learn:About the conversation that inspired the, I DO ME Transformational Experience (2:46)What you can expect from this transformational experience (4:04)Society doesn't give enough credit to women's badassery (10:46)Some women live in constant competition with other women, and that needs to stop (15:55)Fitness and health goals for this year (22:34)Let's Connect:WRAR, Inc FacebookWRAR, Inc LinkedInWRAR with Sparks InstagramLinktree Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Whether during the recovery from an accident, working out, or in our daily lives, listening to our body is essential. Every time we ignore its signs and decide to work out or do the training, feeling pain, we nurture the lack of trust in ourselves. On the other hand, listening to what our body tells us is the first step to healing, improving our training, and strengthening our confidence. From a medical standpoint, listening to our body requires an integrated full-body healing approach, which isn't available in Western medicine. Today, I'm joined by a beautiful soul; key in my recovery after the accident, Lynn Burgess. She is a renowned yoga instructor, Founder of Yoga from the Heart, a premier teaching studio in Sarasota, where students learn more than just poses. We had a wonderful conversation about my healing process and Lynn's instrumental participation in it, her approach to full-body healing, and her unique teaching style. We also talk about the importance of clear communication between yoga students and teachers, people's expectations of yoga since it's considered part of the fitness world, the importance of recovering the trust in ourselves, and the sense of self-worthiness. In This Episode, You Will Learn:Lynn remembers the first conversation with Kirsten and how surprised she was about Kirsten's determination despite the unfavorable diagnosis (3:52)About the importance of full-body healing approaches (7:01)Lynn talks about the relationship between yoga instructors and students and how both can get the best of it (13:44)Lynn talks about one of Kirsten's most impactful achievements (20:23)The importance of listening to our bodies (22:05)Resources:Yoga from the Heart websiteYoga from the Heart TwitterYoga from the Heart FacebookConnect with Lynn:YouTubeVimeoLet's Connect:WRAR, Inc FacebookWRAR, Inc LinkedInWRAR with Sparks InstagramLinktree Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After spending years photographing people's tattoos, our guest, Alfredo Núñez, discovered that tattoed people have something in common. All of them would share their artwork and talk about the stories behind the tattoos. Alfredo Núñez is an Artist, Yoga and Tatoo lover, and a Photographer. For the last seven years, Alfredo has been taking pictures of people's tattoos and asking them about the meaning behind the art pieces. In this episode, Alfredo shares how he started taking pictures of people's tattoos, what motivated him to do it, and some of the most surprising reasons people decide to get tattooed. We also talk about art and how we receive and are affected by artists throughout our lives. In addition, we delve into the importance of connection, the lessons COVID taught us about ourselves, and the need to create healthy human interactions from which we can learn and where we can share experiences. In This Episode, You Will Learn:Tattoed people are usually very likely to share their art and talk about their tattoos (4:41)Tattoos are an exceptional way to connect (7:36)Some interesting tattoos stories Alfredo collected through time (16:01)About the artists that gifted the world with precious art (21:33)About the need for connection, we all experience (28:20)Let's Connect:WRAR, Inc FacebookWRAR, Inc LinkedInWRAR with Sparks InstagramLinktree Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

"You are overly sensitive, don't be so dramatic," or "you feel so much" are some things women have heard quite often for the last couple of centuries. Those statements, plus the ingrained oppressive culture we've been raised in, conspire to boost our self-doubt and diminish our opinion of ourselves. Our guest, Jill Douka, believes that how we perceive ourselves is the leading cause why women are afraid of tapping into our best version and being open to the possibility of living our best lives. Jill has trained, coached, and mentored thousands of people in Europe, the USA, and Asia. She is the International Bestselling Author of Create Love, bestselling author of How to Create Your Life and Suddenly Now, a Business Mentor Awarded by the European Union, and the Director of the Global Academy of Coaching. Jill holds an MBA in Business Administration and is an MCC (Master Certified Coach) accredited by the International Coaching Federation. We had a fantastic conversation about the power most women have and are, in a certain way, afraid to acknowledge, why most of us keep on sabotaging ourselves, and the much-needed paradigm change only feminine energy can produce in the world. Jill kindly shared her latest book's main topics; we discussed the power of joy, the importance of ignoring what others think of us, and how teaching the right values to our kids can enormously impact society. In This Episode, You Will Learn:About "Create Love: 7 secrets to manifest your perfect match," Jill's latest book (2:19)The one thing that holds women back (6:24)Joy is a life-giving gift (10:36)About the stereotypes that bombard women's heads daily (13:24)Life is made out of choices (14:54)Choose yourself first. We need to fill our cups first (15:26)Resources:Global Academy of Coaching websiteGlobal Academy of Coaching InstagramGlobal Academy of Coaching FacebookJill's Coaching BooksConnect with Jill:LinkedInTwitterLet's Connect:WRAR, Inc FacebookWRAR, Inc LinkedInWRAR with Sparks InstagramLinktree Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Exercising, overall wellness, and fitness are associated with weight loss. Social pressure pushes people, especially women, to pursue the perfect body, a flat stomach, and elite athletes' body fat levels. Our guest, Andrea Meyer, mother of three kids, a lovely boy, and a pair of beautiful twin girls, decided to do something to change that narrative. She believes that exercising is about feeling good in our bodies. It is about feeling a better spouse, mom, and partner.Andrea is the Founder of Real Tired Mama Coaching and is passionate about helping other women find their inner athletes. She is all about guiding women to find the motivation that resides within them and discover a way to put their physical, mental, and emotional health and wellness first.We had a fantastic conversation about Andrea's transition from corporate America to entrepreneurship, the social pressure on women to look in a certain way and the true purpose of exercising. We delve into the importance of mothers taking the time to heal to regroup after giving birth, how Real Tired Mama came to life, reinforcing the idea of simply moving our bodies, and how crucial it is to give ourselves credit for every small win. Some Questions I Ask:Could you talk about what you do? (2:06)What was your motivation behind Real Tired Mama? (10:30)What do you think is the biggest block for women moving forward right now? (14:00)In This Episode, You Will Learn:Why it is crucial to find joy in whatever type of exercise we decide to engage in (3:36)About how Andrea allowed herself to heal after giving birth (7:16)Society tries to put in our heads that we are not good enough (12:34)We must give ourselves credit for our wins and treat ourselves more gracefully ( 17:10)Resources:Real Tired Mama Coaching websiteReal Tired Mama InstagramReal Tired Mama FacebookLinktreeLet's Connect:WRAR, Inc FacebookWRAR, Inc LinkedInWRAR with Sparks InstagramLinktree Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today, in our monthly meeting with WRAR Inc's Executive Operations Coordinator, Katharine Blue Preston, we have another straight-to-the-bone conversation about past traumas and PTSD, depression, dealing with our emotions, and the relationships with our mothers. We reflect on the need to recognize and be at peace with the idea that it's okay not to be okay sometimes. Although our brains are incredible machines, they need an oil change from time to time, and that's why we must have compassion for ourselves. Kathy talks about the challenges she is facing and how her furbabies help her get out of bed every day. We also talk about our relationship with our mothers, how we managed our issues with them differently, and why it's so hard to stay away from our parents, even when we have a toxic relationship with them.In This Episode, You Will Learn:About Kathy's MDD diagnosis (2:33)It's okay not to be okay all the time (6:33)Kathy's PTSD and our traumatic experiences (9:08)Kristin's harrowing memory she boxed away many years ago and how understanding our past can help us understand our present (11:36)About Kathy's relationship with her mother (18:02)The importance of forgiving our mothers for their mistakes, just as we need to forgive our mistakes as mothers (24:14)Let's Connect:WRAR, Inc FacebookWRAR, Inc LinkedInWRAR with Sparks InstagramLinktree Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

One thing that makes selling so hard is that the salesperson is entirely accountable for pretty much every result they get. They decide who to call, when, what approach to the sales conversation they'll give, and how to offer their product. The pressure adds as the results take time to show, and the whole experience of selling becomes highly stressful and frustrating. Today's guest, Shawna Roch, developed a unique approach to sales, which helped her achieve outstanding success in sales. For her, selling is about building relationships, having conversations with people, and creating authentic and transparent connections. Shawna Roch is a Mindset and Sales Success Coach, Founder of The Aligned Selling Method, Speaker, Author, and Real Estate Investor. Shawna is a specialist in assisting female entrepreneurs in embodying their Sexy Sales Goddess Archetype, stopping being scared of selling, and taking their businesses to the next level. For decades, Shawna has helped women have that lightbulb moment where they meet with who they really are and step into the power of ownership.In this episode, we dive deep into Shawna's unique approach to sales, her drive, her passion for helping other women thrive in their businesses, and her mission to change the language around selling. We also talked about the free Bootcamp she is hosting on April 25th and her Aligned Sales method pillars. In This Episode, You Will Learn:Shawna shares details of her mission to make people change how they see selling (2:08)Selling is about treating people how we would like to be treated in a sales conversation (4:05)The importance of learning to craft our conversations and connect with our clients in an aligned way (7:45)How to change the language around sales, and why this is so important (14:58)The importance of identifying where we are holding ourselves back (21:44)Resources:Shawna Roch websiteJoin Shawna's FREE 5-day Aligned Selling Mindset BootcampConnect with Shawna:LinkedInInstagramLet's Connect:WRAR, Inc FacebookWRAR, Inc LinkedInWRAR with Sparks InstagramLinktree Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Gayle Dyllon was a glowing teenager when a harrowing disgrace hit her life. As she was too young and didn't know how to cope with such a tremendous loss, she unconsciously blamed herself for what had happened. The blame and the unsettling sensation of not belonging led her into a life of drug and alcohol abuse and several abusive marriages. For years, Gayle thought that the change she needed in her life would come from an external source. But it wasn't until she walked into a Centers for Spiritual Living that she realized the change she needed was inside of her. Rev. Gayle Dyllon is an Oola Life Coach at MessedUp2BlessedUp, Author, and Speaker passionate about helping people get out of the dark places she has been herself. Gayle is also the Spiritual Director of Practical Everyday Wisdom Center for Spiritual Living in Washington. In this episode, the inspirational Gayle shares her story of drama and trauma, the devastating effects of living a life feeling guilty, and how she recovered from her addictions. We also talk about fear, limiting beliefs, or monkey minds, as Gayle calls them, and the power of treating ourselves with compassion. We delve into the religion that saved Gayle's life, and she also shares a blessing with us. In This Episode, You Will Learn:About Gayle's traumatic experience that would change her life (3:32)Gayle kindly shares a powerful blessing (7:23)The conversations between our conscious and subconscious minds and how we set our fear base (17:58)How Gayle uses her own experiences to help other women (22:53)The pandemic showed us we are more connected than we thought we were (34:13)Resources:MessedUp2BlessedUp websiteMessedUp2BlessedUp FacebookMessedUp2BlessedUp TwitterConnect with Gayle:LinkedInConnect with Me:WRAR, Inc FacebookWRAR, Inc LinkedInWRAR with Sparks InstagramLinktree Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We are so used to living plugged on 110 volts, watching TV while checking our phones, or playing a mobile game while watching a movie, that we forget how powerful and transformational stopping for a minute can be. Today, our guest, Kimberly Allen, brings a message as simple as powerful, practical as transformational: simplify things and give our minds a break. Kimberly Allen has over 20 years of experience in the health and wellness industry; she is the CEO and Owner of Kimberly Allen Meditation & More, an expert in meditation, stress relief, and mindfulness, and a health coach. Kimberly holds a BS in Exercise Physiology, an MS in Nonprofit Management, and is currently working on a Ph.D. in Lifestyle Medicine. In this episode, we have an inspiring conversation about the fast-paced life we are used to and her deep desire and mission of living an uncomplicated life. We talk about the power of being present and enjoying the things we do, one at a time. Kimberly also shared her journey in accepting her limitations and facing her fears in voice training. We dive into the details of her yoga practice and the evolution she experienced through it. Some Questions I Ask:I appreciate everything that you're bringing to the world. You bring all these simple ideas and ways of being that we desperately need. Tell us some about that (9:23)Isn't that our limiting beliefs stop us in our tracks? (21:07)In This Episode, You Will Learn:Kim talks about the power of sitting in silence without an agenda (10:52)Simplifying our lives is not an easy task (11:34)Even simple feedback can take us to dark places of insecurity and self-doubt (21:19)The importance of sharing stories and expressing ourselves using different channels, not just words (24:36)Resources:Kimberly Allen Meditation & More websiteConnect with Kimberly:LinkedInEmail: kim@kimberlyallen.netLet's Connect!WRAR, Inc FacebookWRAR, Inc LinkedInWRAR with Sparks InstagramLinktree Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today, I'm joined by WRAR Inc's Executive Operations Coordinator, Katharine Blue Preston, to have a thought-provoking conversation about WRAR with Sparks, adapting to life's changes, marriage, motherhood, and wellness.After 20 years of constantly relocating, Kathy is about to find her forever home now that her husband is about to retire from the military. She kindly shared the changing emotions of being in constant movement, how hard it is to build a consistent routine in such a chaotic lifestyle, and the excitement of finally settling down. We discuss the importance of presence and enjoying every moment we are lucky to experience. We also delve into Kathy's passion for music, how moving around affected her desire to belong to a band, and the exciting opportunities settling down brings. In This Episode, You Will Learn:Kathy shares what is going on in her world (5:06)About the life of a military spouse (7:05)The importance of identifying the obstacles in our lives and dealing with them (9:27)Change is one of the most challenging things to do. How we can embody change (14:14)Kathy's passion for music and her desire of rejoining the band (20:19)Let's Connect:WRAR, Inc FacebookWRAR, Inc LinkedInWRAR with Sparks InstagramLinktree Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Although the last few years have been tough on all of us, they also promoted a stronger sense of community and emphasized the crucial importance of communication; they made us realize how much we need each other. For some, the loneliness imposed by the forced isolation we've endured was highly challenging; for others -those who turned loneliness into solitude- it created space for insights and personal and professional growth. In this episode, we glance at the beginning of a journey full of meaningful conversations with people from all walks of life. We explore the need to feel comfortable being uncomfortable, the importance of paying attention to what we say, how we say it, and the vital importance of nurturing meaningful conversations. We talk about the courage needed to see and change the things that would make our lives easier, more aligned with who we really are, and pointed at our goals' direction. This show is about bringing women together in sisterhood, learning to love themselves and each other, and empowering their voices, their roars. Together, we'll discover how loud your roar is and make it as loud as you want it to be. Hop on and join us in this journey!Resources:WRAR, Inc FacebookKristin Sparks websiteKristin Sparks LinkedIn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Valentine's Day is one of those holidays that even if we decide to ignore or not celebrate, the world around us reminds us about it. With giant billboards on the streets, YouTube ads, and virtually every company having Valentine's Day promotions, it is almost impossible not to think about it. Still, although the primary goal of the holiday is to celebrate love and raise a spirit of positivity, many people struggle on February 14th. In today's episode, we analyze Valentine's Day from the Women Real & Raw perspective. We discuss how challenging this celebration can be for single people and unhappy marriages. We talk about how society associates being single with being sad or unwanted, not contemplating that people might be single by choice, and how that negative association makes them think those who are single suffer during this holiday. We also discuss how being in a relationship is overrated and why many people prioritize having a reliable partner over their own happiness. In This Episode, You Will Learn:Valentine's Day can be a difficult day for a lot of people (5:24)People's view on being single, and what they suppose single people feel on Valentine's Day (6:13)About the things we are willing to give up to have a relationship (9:18)Valentine's Day and social media vs. real life (10:43)We need flowers every day, not just on Valentine's (13:06)Let's Connect:Women Real and Raw websiteWomen Real and Raw InstagramWomen Real and Raw FacebookBook: Kristin Sparks - The Book On Joy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The first days of every year are usually stacked with big plans, strong and ambitious desires, and life-changing resolutions that, unfortunately, almost always end up not coming true. Perhaps because of the way we are wired, we tend to follow trends, proven strategies, or others' recipes for success and expect they work for us as they did for them, and that might be a core mistake. Today's episode is about finding the goal-achieving system that fits perfectly for each one of us. We explore the importance of finding the right person to hold us accountable, with enough authority and love to call out our shit, and why writing down our desired goals is crucial. We also discuss the difference between seeing resolutions as goals and as action steps and how essential it is to avoid being overwhelmed by our plans, causing us to shut down completely.Our conversation also touches on creating space for new things, both figuratively and physically, finding the balance between keeping what makes us feel alive and connected and decluttering what no longer serves us. In This Episode, You Will Learn:We don't need to take action on every plan; we must find out what serves us better (5:18)About future plans, good news, and giving back. The letter from the IRS (6:24)The different ways to look at resolutions (13:25)Why spouses aren't the best person to hold us accountable (17:17)Detours and backroads are always welcomed (24:27)About how decluttering is an essential part of growth (34:03)Let's Connect:Women Real and Raw websiteWomen Real and Raw InstagramWomen Real and Raw FacebookBook: Kristin Sparks - The Book On Joy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today, in the second and last part of our interview with the amazing Carla Cannon, we explore her relationship with the church a bit deeper. We go through the foundational teachings she got there and carried for the rest of her life and the things she had to unlearn. We also talk about trust, relationships, faith, and getting ourselves away from what is not good for us, regardless of people's opinions. Finally, closing this two-part interview, Carla shared her thoughts on authenticity, her most authentic connections, and the freedom, peace, and healing process she is experiencing through the writing of her latest book. What You Will Learn In This Episode:About society's need for duality and separation (1:39)Carla talks about trust and her relationship with it (4:31)About the life-changing decision of focusing on ourselves (7:01)Being the expression of God's heart (8:15)About Carla's healing experience of writing (12:19)Resources:Carla Cannon, The Trailblazer websiteWoman Heal with Carla Cannon podcastCarla Cannon booksConnect with Carla:LinkedInFacebookTwitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Raised in a very religious household, Carla Cannon became a master suppressor. The constant seek for external validation made her a woman that would live her life taking care of not upsetting anyone, especially church folks. She even became a minister, and despite being surrounded by the love of a supportive church, Carla turned into a depressed, suicidal Christian. It took her many years to realize hiding her sexuality was rotting her from inside and learning that authenticity was her only way out. Today, we present the first half of this two-part episode with the unique Carla Cannon, "The Trailblazer," CEO of Carla R. Cannon Enterprises and Women of Standard. As a High-Performance Coach & Trainer, Carla transforms students' lives while teaching them how to unlock their perspective, unleash their potential, and discover their life purpose. She is also a Powerhouse Speaker, a National Best-Selling Author, Podcast Host, Breakthrough Coach, and Business & Marketplace Mentor. In this first part of our interview, Carla shares the journey of becoming who she is today. We talk about how Carla's life changed since she authentically and unapologetically showed the world who she is. We discuss how we tend to build our identity based on what people say or think about us and how dangerous and harmful this is. Carla also talks about why she feels religion almost killed her and God's love saved her. In This Episode, You Will Learn:How Carla's life changed since she decided to let the world know her true self (5:41)Why it is crucial to pay attention to the things affecting our lives and shaping who we are (7:42)About the depressed, suicidal Christian, and what saved Carla's life (9:43)Carla talks about how religion almost killed her (18:16)What are the things we use to build our identity (27:31)Resources:Carla Cannon, The Trailblazer websiteWoman Heal with Carla Cannon podcastCarla Cannon booksConnect with Carla:LinkedInFacebookTwitterLet's Connect:Women Real and Raw websiteWomen Real and Raw InstagramWomen Real and Raw FacebookBook: Kristin Sparks - The Book On Joy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Somehow, we got to a point where people consider those who think differently from them as, at minimum, enemies. There is no space for respecting different points of view; those who don't share an opinion are in opposite teams, and it seems nothing can change that. Society appears to ignore that two people, seated in the same car, at the same moment, can see different things when they look outside. Reality is a matter of perception; we all have one, which is generally different from the rest. Today, we delve into the lack of mutual understanding and respect society is sinking in. We discuss how destructive it is the lack of respect for others' opinions, the absence of empathy, and the unwillingness to accept that people perceive the world differently, which shouldn't be a problem. We compare how our society responded to 9/11, getting together to fight a common enemy, versus how divided we are fighting this pandemic. We also talk about schooling, the need for a Bible update, the importance of practicing random acts of kindness, and much more. In This Episode, You Will Learn:Truth is the biggest lie when no one accepts others' opinions (2:55)The difference of how we perceive ourselves and how others see us (4:45)We can't agree on disagreeing anymore (11:12)The WW2 of our generation (16:38)The things school refuse to teach (22:27)The importance of being seen (38:20)We are always looking for a way to fit (45:21)Resources:Book: Meggan Watterson - Mary Magdalene Revealed: The First Apostle, Her Feminist Gospel & the Christianity We Haven't Tried YetBook: Dan Brown - The Da Vinci CodeLet's Connect:Women Real and Raw websiteWomen Real and Raw InstagramWomen Real and Raw FacebookBook: Kristin Sparks - The Book On Joy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

We get so caught up in doing what we are supposed to do, chasing the goals we are supposed to achieve, and being who we are supposed to be, that we forget about the essential things in life, like creating moments or taking care of ourselves. We fall into that unwritten rule that states that we, women, must take care of everything during the holidays. We put ourselves last on our to-do list; we turn ourselves into doormats. Today's episode is a wake-up call; it is a reminder that life is that thing that happens while we are busy doing things for others. We delve into the importance of creating rituals that help us put ourselves first, how vital it is to create unforgettable moments, and why we must canalize our energies in those who love us. We also talk about loving and accepting ourselves just as we are and why we can't be good for others if we are not at peace with who we are first. We also share some valuable tips to enter 2022 the best way, leaving the anger, the shame, and the guilt in 2021. In This Episode, You Will Learn:We start by setting an intention for our lives and Women Real & Raw (5:19)We are so caught up in the being and doing that we forget about laughing and enjoying life's single things (9:04)Dancing under the rain. The importance of creating moments (18:12)Looking like death walking. About Tiffany's happiness for being smaller after (31:25)Understanding that everyone's journey is different (40:28)About the things we can't change and the things we need to leave in 2021 (52:37)Let's Connect:Women Real and Raw websiteWomen Real and Raw InstagramWomen Real and Raw FacebookBook: Kristin Sparks - The Book On Joy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It is hard to determine when or how it exactly happened, but at some point, women stopped being supportive villages for each other and became enemy kingdoms. From who has better hair, body, or clothes to who is more successful at their job or earns more money, it is a non-stop, gruesome women against women competition. Today, we had another beautiful conversation about friendship, sisterhood, faith, self-image, confidence, and growth. We explore childhood memories and identify where we get that sense of competition against other women. Is it something we hear about, or do we learn from adults? We delve into how critical it is to identify that our minimal size in the universe is inversely proportional to our role in it, that our voice matters, and needs to be heard. We also talk about how important it is to own our mistakes, even when they are extremely uncomfortable, and not wait to be thanked for apologizing. In This Episode, You Will Learn:We appreciate what we lose. Pleasant memories at the sex shop (1:23)Women used to be villages for each other (12:54)Still loud and obnoxious. You can't lock personality in a closet (19:33)We are a grain of salt in the desert (25:56)What is faith really about (32:01)Why do we have to take 100% responsibility for our actions (38:21)Let's Connect:Women Real and Raw websiteWomen Real and Raw InstagramWomen Real and Raw FacebookBook: Kristin Sparks - The Book On Joy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

After over 15 years working in the traditional medicine model and seeing how women are treated, especially when dealing with sensitive subjects, our guest, Dr. Lisa Parsons, decided to be the change she wants to see in the world. She decided to open her own practice, where people could choose between concierge medicine or direct primary care, where they can feel heard, where doctors know and care about them. In this episode, we delve into a profound conversation about self-care, the flaws of traditional healthcare and insurance companies, and the importance of moving through our fears. Dr. Lisa shared her point of view on Texas' ban on abortion, anti-vaxxers, and the impact of the pandemic on people's professional and personal lives.In This Episode, You Will Learn:What are the elements of traditional health care that made Lisa decide to start her own practice (2:23)The differences between concierge medicine and direct primary care ( 5:49)Why it is crucial, we keep moving forward through our fears (17:07)We must acknowledge people went through a massive trauma during the pandemic (30:51)Do you prefer stuff or experiences? What COVID has taught us about our lives (36:58)Let's Connect:Women Real and Raw websiteWomen Real and Raw InstagramWomen Real and Raw FacebookBook: Kristin Sparks - The Book On Joy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

There is a magical moment when we remove the label we carry, whether it is mom, wife, or whatever is written in our diploma, and we embrace who we really are, that there is no coming back. If we try to shrink ourselves back into the old version of ourselves after we step into our true selves, we can't do it; it is not physically possible. However, the hard part is to step into who we are, do what we want to do, and be exactly where we want to be. It requires determination, courage, and above all things, other women's support. In this episode, we delve into the power of being who we really are and embracing our true selves. We explore why it is so hard for women to step into who they are meant to be, whether it is for social pressure, lack of confidence, or the pursuit of a perfectionism imposed by society, men, or even other women. We also discuss racism, acknowledging two people in the same room can have different experiences based on the color of their skin, the need for seeing color, and celebrating the differences. In This Episode, You Will Learn:The objectification of love (1:59)About the power of stepping into our true self (3:33)The danger of self-imposed perfectionism (6:55)It is your body, your vessel, you get to decide about it (10:54)Diamonds are made out of pressure. The need for diversity in every company (16:18)About the importance of seeing color (19:45)Let's Connect:Women Real and Raw websiteWomen Real and Raw InstagramWomen Real and Raw FacebookBook: Kristin Sparks - The Book On Joy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It is crucial for us, women, to acknowledge two things: advocate for each other, and realize how powerful we are. We must know that the power lies within us because of our physiology, in how we are made. When we think about championing other women, last year was, among many other things, an excellent opportunity to discover new ways to connect with each other. To be a powerful woman, we don't need to be famous or financially successful; that power is right there when we wake up with our hair undone and a washed face. In this episode, our conversation spins around empowerment, connection, and sisterhood. We explore the importance of owning our power, we learn how to be powerful without being loud or obnoxious to demonstrate it, and being comfortable in our own skin. We also discuss the importance of being champions and advocating for other women and what happens when we realize we've lived our lives putting ourselves in second place. In This Episode, You Will Learn:How important it is to remember that we must champion each other (1:28)Sitting in our power without having to shout it (3:23)Could you do me a favor? Tiffany shares some helpful advice to generate powerful connections (8:57)What 2020 taught us about connections (12:09)We don't need to be Beyonce; we must live our version of power (15:57) A gentle reminder that you are powerful, and you deserve to be seen and heard (28:43)Let's Connect:Women Real and Raw websiteWomen Real and Raw InstagramWomen Real and Raw FacebookBook: Kristin Sparks - The Book On Joy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When choosing what we want for us, whether a tattoo artist or a doctor, the city where we want to live, or the medication we'll take, our number one priority must always be whatever works better for us. We've been trained for centuries to accept what is given to us, and many of us think twice before standing up for what we want, fearing to be pointed out as being bitchy, a pain in the ass, or too sensitive. In this episode, we talk about how crucial it is for women to stand up for what works better for us, speak our minds in front of injustice, and simply say no to what we don't feel like doing, taking, or receiving. We share experiences where we raised our voices to be heard at critical moments, like being in a hospital and having a medication we know works for us denied by doctors. We also talk about being where we feel we should be, feel free to try out new things, and much more. Tune in to episode 5 of Women Real & Raw, and listen to some of our experiences where we learned how powerful and liberating it is to speak up for ourselves.In This Episode, You Will Learn:You must find what fits you. Always (1:43)This life is about creating what it is that you want from it. And doing it in your own terms (6:06)Why it is vital to becoming a tourist in your own town (10:57)Just because you were born in one place, it doesn't mean you must remain there your whole life (15:32)Why we shouldn't be afraid to try new things (29:18)Let's Connect:Women Real and Raw websiteWomen Real and Raw InstagramWomen Real and Raw FacebookBook: Kristin Sparks - The Book On Joy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today's episode is the second part of our interview with our dear friend and cancer survivor, Kathy Preston. This time, our conversation delves into a less-known side of breast cancer. Kathy kindly shared details of her experiences having both breasts removed, how she felt before and after the surgery, and what she would have liked to know before undergoing the operation. We explore how breast reconstruction surgery affects a woman's intimacy and self-esteem and how to deal with it. Tune in to episode 4 of Women Real & Raw, and join us as Kathy gets real on breast cancer, sharing some raw truths about the daily struggles of breast cancer survivors who went through reconstruction surgery.In This Episode, You Will Learn:I have to live in this body I had almost died in. How different we see ourselves after chemo ( 2:25)How breast reconstruction surgery affects intimacy (9:13)About Kathy's fulfillment on educating other women on breast reconstruction surgery (12:51)Connect with Kathy:InstagramLet's Connect:Women Real and Raw websiteWomen Real and Raw InstagramWomen Real and Raw FacebookBook: Kristin Sparks - The Book On Joy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Only those who have been in that cold ass room, alone or with a loved one, sitting in that chair with that tube in the arm having poison put in their body so they can live, can understand how chemo changes people. Chemo generates sympathy in those who haven't gone through it; they can try to know how it feels, but only that, try. On the other hand, those who went through chemo develop an unbreakable bond; they produce the same love for life and the need to go back to who they truly are. We are thrilled to welcome Kathy Preston to the show -- Tiffany's longtime friend, cancer survivor, and a wonderful human being. We had a conversation about cancer as real and raw as it can get. Kathy shared her journey undergoing chemo to treat the esophageal cancer that attacked her a few years ago. We also talked about the questions she used to ask herself, trying to understand why that was happening to her, how that experience changed her, and how she sees life. We also discuss the importance of sisterhood, looking for more profound and meaningful connections with other women, and much more.Tune in to episode 3 of Women Real & Raw, and listen to the first part of this soul-touching interview with Miss Kathy. In This Episode, You Will Learn:A bit of background on how Tiffany and Miss Kathy got to know each other (2:09)How Kristin knew she had esophageal cancer, and the beginning of the treatment (5:03)I have to drink this to live. Tiffany's story drinking her last dose (10:57)How chemo changed Kathy (12:51)We are our greatest asset and our greatest champion (19:18)Connect with Kathy:InstagramLet's Connect:Women Real and Raw websiteWomen Real and Raw InstagramWomen Real and Raw FacebookBook: Kristin Sparks - The Book On Joy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Of the very few good things the pandemic did for us, forcing us to look for alternative ways to connect with people is definitely one of them. The safety of being in our homes, combined with the presence of others on the other side of the screen, created an auspicious place to lower defenses, be vulnerable, express ourselves, and why not, connect more deeply. Thanks to online connections, we started our sisterhood, a safe space where we feel protected, lifted up, heard, and supported - and that's what we are talking about today. In this episode, our conversation spins around how crucial it is for every woman to have a sisterhood they can rely on. We go through some examples of how our own sisterhood saved us several times in the last year and a half to deal with isolation, losing our jobs, and even dealing with the pandemic itself. We also talk about the importance of sisterhood to be in peace with who we are and how we look, sound, or dress. Tune in to episode 2 of Women Real & Raw, and discover the infinite potential of sisterhood. In This Episode, You Will Learn:Why sisterhoods are so crucial in women's lives (1:24)How our sisterhood helped Tiffany deal with losing her job (3:46)The unique type of feedback only a sisterhood can provide (6:07)You have to put on your mask first before helping others. Why it is common to see women competing against other women (10:12)Learning to enjoy bragging and not feeling we are showing off (18:47)Let's Connect:Women Real and Raw websiteWomen Real and Raw InstagramWomen Real and Raw FacebookBook: Kristin Sparks - The Book On Joy Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.