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This episode may be for you even if you never identified with eating disorders in menopause or at any age. Eat clean? Read labels twice? Following “rules” about food yet find it backfiring on you?  One could shift from wanting to “eat clean” to turning into orthorexia, influenced by social media, intermittent fasting and use of Smart Scales. Do you think you have an eating disorder in menopause, or maybe a loved one? Tune in to this episode!   My Guest: Amy Goldsmith, RDN, LDN, is the founder of Kindred Nutrition & Kinetics, a private practice that provides evidence-based medical nutrition therapy in Sports Nutrition and Eating Disorders/Disordered Eating. With over 25 years of experience in Sports Nutrition and Eating Disorder expertise, Amy is an expert in understanding the human body's biochemistry and works collaboratively with each client's performance and clinical care team to help them reach their health and wellness goals.   Questions We Answer in This Episode: [00:13:50] What is orthorexia? [00:07:26] Menopause brings hormonal swings, how often do you see menopausal patients experience an eating disorder for the first time? Or is it mostly women who have a history of disordered eating? [00:09:25] Does the overload of “wellness experts” in social media create confusion and fear of foods we need, particularly for women in midlife? How do you help them find the real truth about what to eat? [00:35:53] How easy is it to slip from “I just want to eat healthy” into orthorexia? What are the red flags when healthy eating turns into an unhealthy obsession? [00:19:07] Where do you begin working with someone who is ready so that it is non-threatening and non-judgmental?   From Wellness to Obsession: Are You Facing Eating Disorders in Menopause?   What is Orthorexia? Obsession with “clean” or restricted eating. Can also be the illusion of control and safety from disordered eating behaviors. Red flags: compulsive food thoughts, social withdrawal, avoidance. Average recovery time: 7 years but change begins with addressing small, meaningful issues.   Things to look out for: Social Media Fuels body comparison, diet fads, and misinformed health behaviors. Intermittent Fasting Dangers of fasting: sarcopenia or muscle loss, disordered behavior. May be harmful, especially in active midlife women prioritizing muscle preservation. Smart Scale and Body Composition Fixation on scale weight despite fitness improvements like muscle gain and inch loss. Pro: tracking lean mass. Con: can trigger obsession or shame.   Key Takeaways Eating issues in midlife are common – due to stress, hormones, and unresolved issues from earlier life. Orthorexia is an obsessive focus on healthy or clean eating that can be dangerous and restrictive. Early intervention is key – it only takes two weeks of obsession to begin disordered patterns. Not all RDs are the same – find one trained in eating disorders for effective help.   Connect with Amy: Amy's Website - Kindred Nutrition Facebook - Kindred Nutrition Instagram - @amygoldsmithrd    Other Episodes You Might Like: Previous Episode - Cortisol and Exercise in Menopause Next Episode - Save Your Knees and Shoulders Without Surgery More Like This - How Emotional Eating Can Be the Hidden Reason for Weight Gain Resources: Join Flipping 50 Menopause Fitness Specialist® to become a coach! Join the Flipping50 Insiders Facebook Group and connect with Debra and the community. Flip the switch on your midlife metabolism with the Metabolism Makeover 2.0.

Join us as the Marvelous Mouse Travel agents share their favorite photo spots at Walt Disney World! From iconic park landmarks to hidden gems, we'll reveal the best places to capture magical memories. Plus, we'll dive into the benefits of Memory Maker and how it can help you preserve every magical moment. Whether you're a first-time visitor or a Disney pro, this episode will help you snap the perfect shot!To get in touch with one of the Marvelous Mouse Travel Agents featured on this episode email them at:Amy: Amy.Grundt@marvelousmousetravels.comAngela: Angela.Curley@MarvelousMouseTravels.comMarcella: Marcella@MarvelousMouseTravels.comTo visit our website or to request a vacation quote visit us at: www.MarvelousMouseTravels.comCheck out our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@MarvelousMouseTravels

Spring has sprung at EPCOT, and we're taking you on a journey through the EPCOT International Flower & Garden Festival! From breathtaking topiaries and vibrant floral displays to mouthwatering festival bites and exclusive merchandise, we're covering everything you need to know to make the most of this enchanting seasonal event. Whether you're a foodie, a Disney fanatic, or just love a good garden stroll, this episode is packed with tips, must-sees, and hidden gems! If you'd like to get in touch with a Travel Agent from Marvelous Mouse Travels featured on this episode, email them at: Amy: Amy.Grundt@MarvelousMouseTravels.comMarcella: Marcella@MarvelousMouseTravels.comTo visit our website or to request a vacation quote go to: www.MarvelousMouseTravels.comCheck out our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@MarvelousMouseTravels

Amy Porterfield had a dream job working with Tony Robbins, one of the world's top motivational speakers and business strategists. But deep down, she wanted to be her own boss. During a high-level meeting, she realized she was on the wrong side of the table, watching entrepreneurs build wealth instead of becoming one. With no plan, no clients, and no backup, she left corporate life and built a $100 million online business. In this episode, Amy joins Ilana to share how she overcame imposter syndrome, depression, and anxiety to create a balanced life and the mindset shift that took her from employee to multimillion-dollar entrepreneur. Amy Porterfield is an online marketing expert, entrepreneur, and bestselling author. She has helped thousands of people break free from traditional 9-to-5 jobs and create financial freedom through entrepreneurship. In this episode, Ilana and Amy will discuss: (00:00) Introduction  (01:44) Entrepreneurial Lessons from Childhood (03:35) Landing a Dream Job with Tony Robbins (07:46) The Three Biggest Lessons from Working with Tony (11:51) The Moment That Made Her Quit Corporate (14:48) Overcoming Imposter Syndrome and Depression (21:24) Finding Strength in Support Systems (24:24) How to Transition from Employee to Entrepreneur (27:32) Navigating the First Two Years in Business (29:21) Redefining Success to Avoid Burnout (35:20) Handling Hate and Criticism Online (38:19) Shifting Your Money Mindset to Scale Faster (43:35) Creating and Selling Profitable Digital Courses (46:05) Why Mistakes Are the Key to Growth Amy Porterfield is an online marketing expert, entrepreneur, and bestselling author. She runs a $100 million company teaching entrepreneurs how to create, market, and sell profitable digital courses. As the host of the Online Marketing Made Easy podcast and bestselling author of Two Weeks Notice, she has helped thousands of people break free from traditional 9-to-5 jobs and create financial freedom through entrepreneurship. Connect with Amy: Amy's Website: amyporterfield.com  Amy's LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/amyporterfield Resources Mentioned: Amy's Book, Two Weeks Notice: Find the Courage to Quit Your Job, Make More Money, Work Where You Want, and Change the World: https://www.amazon.com/Two-Weeks-Notice-Courage-Change/dp/1401969879  The Let Them Theory: A Life-Changing Tool That Millions of People Can't Stop Talking About by Mel Robbins: https://www.amazon.com/Let-Them-Theory-Life-Changing-Millions/dp/1401971369  Leap Academy: Ready to make the LEAP in your career? There is a NEW way for professionals to Advance Their Careers & Make 5-6 figures of EXTRA INCOME in Record Time. Check out our free training today at leapacademy.com/training

While participating at the National Federation of the Blind National convention this year with my colleague and friend, Sheldon Lewis who also is a former guest here on Unstoppable Mindset, we had the opportunity to meet Amy SP Wilson. Amy is the founder and leader of the Safety Positive Foundation. Amy began losing her eyesight at the age of ten years old due to a condition known as Stargardt's. this disease can best be described as macular Degeneration in juveniles. If you want to know more about Stargardt's just listen into my conversation with Amy. Amy has always been quite interested in personal safety. She also has been quite a physical person starting with wrestling with her cousins to later becoming the first female wrestler at the Missouri School for the Blind to later becoming part of the inaugural women's Judo team of the United States Association of Blind Athletes. Amy went on to college where she obtained a Bachelor's degree in Psychology. After a time and some life challenges Amy will tell us about she decided to go back to college to obtain a second Bachelor's degree in Social Work. She decided to get this second degree because she wanted to help persons with disabilities in the United States. In 2023 Amy founded Safety Positive Foundation to teach blind persons about self defense. Her approach is by no means all about being physical. She will talk with us about self awareness and self advocacy, two aspects she feels must be part of the psyche of everyone who wishes to take charge of their own life. About the Guest: ael Hingson ** 00:00 Access Cast and accessiBe Initiative presents Unstoppable Mindset. The podcast where inclusion, diversity and the unexpected meet. Hi, I'm Michael Hingson, Chief Vision Officer for accessiBe and the author of the number one New York Times bestselling book, Thunder dog, the story of a blind man, his guide dog and the triumph of trust. Thanks for joining me on my podcast as we explore our own blinding fears of inclusion unacceptance and our resistance to change. We will discover the idea that no matter the situation, or the people we encounter, our own fears, and prejudices often are our strongest barriers to moving forward. The unstoppable mindset podcast is sponsored by accessiBe, that's a c c e s s i capital B e. Visit www.accessibe.com to learn how you can make your website accessible for persons with disabilities. And to help make the internet fully inclusive by the year 2025. Glad you dropped by we're happy to meet you and to have you here with us. Well, hi everyone. I am your host, Mike hingson, and welcome to another episode of unstoppable mindset where inclusion, diversity and the unexpected meet. And the reason it's worded that way people still ask me why I say that. The reason it's worded that way is that when we talk to diversity people, they'll talk about race, gender, sexual orientation and so on, and they never talk about disabilities. So unfortunately, the ship has mostly sailed when it comes to including disabilities in diversity, no matter what they say. So we won't let them do that with inclusion, which means it's inclusion diversity and the unexpected. And today we get to deal with a lot of all of that. The unexpected is anything that doesn't have anything to do with inclusion or diversity. But today, we do get to talk about inclusion a lot in some esoteric and maybe not so esoteric ways. Our guest today is Amy SP Wilson, and I just discovered, as Amy showed me, if you were to ask your smart speaker, like my Amazon Echo, who is Amy SP Wilson, it will tell you that she is the CEO of the positive safety positive foundation. We're going to talk more about that, so we'll get there anyway. Amy, welcome to unstoppable mindset. We're glad you're here. Wonderful.   Amy SP Wilson ** 02:45 Thank you for having me. It's an honor and a privilege, and   Michael Hingson ** 02:49 it's nice to know that the echo knows your name.   Amy SP Wilson ** 02:53 Yeah, I'm still kind of flabbergasted that that's a thing, but definitely gives you some street cred, I guess.   Michael Hingson ** 03:02 Yeah, it probably means that there, there aren't, well, there certainly aren't very many. Amy SP Wilson, so that works, yes, well, why don't we start the way I kind of really love to. Why don't you tell us, sort of about the early Amy growing up and some of that sort of stuff.   Amy SP Wilson ** 03:21 So in my younger years, I was born and raised in the state of Missouri, and have what I consider a biker family. We did a lot of traveling on motorcycles. I was riding my own dirt bike at the age of four, and so really tomboy at at heart, but loved, you know, wrestling and fighting with the cousins. And at the age of 10 is when I was diagnosed with star guards, and that put me on a different path, because at the age of 10, my dream was to be a motorcycle mechanic and join the Navy. And at the time, I did not have any expectations that a blind person could do either. So it really put me on a different trajectory of what I thought my life was going to going to be like, and I, of course, went on with school and and that sort of business, but I loved wrestling so much that I became the Missouri School for the blinds First Lady wrestler. And that led me into being part of the United States Association of Blind Athletes, where I was on the first women's judo team that they had, and so just got real passionate about personal safety and different ways. But due to my eye condition, I couldn't take hits to the head, and so there went my martial arts career this. I'll just say, or so I thought, and led me into going to college and get my my first bachelor's degree in psychology and and so on. But I I have people tell me that apparently I have been pioneering new things my whole life. And when I have to talk about myself and talk about I was the first to do this and first to do that, yeah, it's a very sobering reminder of those steps that I've make it in my life. Right?   Michael Hingson ** 05:35 Reading your bio, it says that because of star guard, you weren't at some at one point, able to continue kind of dealing with martial arts. What did star guard specifically have to do with that?   Amy SP Wilson ** 05:47 So it it affects my retina, and I noticed the more hits that I was taking to the head and, you know, being thrown I was having more cloudy spots in my vision, and when I stopped doing those things, it, it, you know, significantly reduced the amount of things I wasn't able to to see. And so that's, that's how that played into that well,   Michael Hingson ** 06:19 tell me a little bit about what star guards is. I'm not sure that everyone listening or watching will be familiar with   Amy SP Wilson ** 06:26 it, correct? Yes. So star guards is a juvenile form of macular degeneration. So you hear of, you know, your grandparents, or you know, maybe you're a person of experience, as I like to say, in your in your later years. And you know, hear about people getting macular degeneration. I essentially just got macular degeneration at the the age of 10. So little bit of a flip. And of course, again, being a first, I was the first person in my family to have any kind of blindness, low vision, and so it was. It really shook everything   Michael Hingson ** 07:06 is star guards, a genetic kind of situation.   Amy SP Wilson ** 07:12 So I learned that the only way that a person can get star guards is essentially by your parents getting together. It's not a medication defect, which is what they originally told my mother. So she carried a lot of guilt with that. And when I went to get seek a different doctor, he had me do some I guess genetic counseling is what they called it, because I had concerns of my son having it. And they were like, no, no, it doesn't work. And they explained it. I was like, well, that had been helpful in my younger   Michael Hingson ** 07:50 just sort of the right combination of things getting together that brings it on. Exactly. Yeah. Now, where do you live today? I live in the great Show Me State. Ah, so you're still in Missouri? Yes, I've   Amy SP Wilson ** 08:05 moved to a couple other states. I spent a year in Alaska, where my son was born. I lived in Indiana for a little bit. I pass on that, and fortunately, I was able to come back to to Missouri.   Michael Hingson ** 08:20 So we're in Missouri. Are you, uh, close   Amy SP Wilson ** 08:23 to Kansas City area? Okay, about about in that area, but I like to, I like it because I can take the train back and forth between Kansas City and St Louis. So, yeah,   Michael Hingson ** 08:34 well, trains are very useful things to have around. I when I lived on the East Coast, would use the train a lot. And of course, going from New Jersey into New York, we had New Jersey Transit and other things that we had a lot of train stuff. But out here, where I live now, there is a train that stops here once, at 430 in the morning. If I want to go to San Francisco, I'm not going to do that on the train, I don't think, because you actually have to go to Los Angeles and then get another train to go to San Francisco, because the train that comes from Los Angeles stops here, and then, I guess, goes east. So, oh, well, one of these days, maybe there'll be more trains and more mass transit, and that'll be a good thing. Exactly.   Amy SP Wilson ** 09:19 I know in Europe, trains are used very heavily, and people that come over here are constantly surprised that we don't have more sufficient trains. And so hopefully, like you said, with time we'll we'll get some more transportation going. There's   Michael Hingson ** 09:36 a big argument and a brouhaha going on out here right now because Los Angeles wants to create a gondola system to go from downtown LA the train station to Dodger Stadium and stop along the way. And there are people who are saying, no, no. Because you're not going to get that many people on it, it's just not going to be worth the cost. So it'll be interesting to see how that all shakes out. I do agree that if you're going to do that, you have to have a lot of people using it, and you have to be able to transport a lot of people. So it will be interesting to see how that works out.   Amy SP Wilson ** 10:22 I can very much agree with that.   Michael Hingson ** 10:25 Oh, life goes on, right? That it does. So you went to, yeah, go ahead. I   Amy SP Wilson ** 10:32 said. We've heard the same debate here in Missouri about different, you know, options for trains. So, yeah, it's always an ongoing conversation.   Michael Hingson ** 10:39 When we first moved to New Jersey, we learned that with the Americans with Disabilities Act, they were finally catching up, if you will, to doing something. And the something where we lived in Westfield was to make the train station accessible and access to the train to be accessible. And what that meant was that they actually had to build a platform and ramps up to the platform so that a person in a chair, for example, like my wife, could transfer straight across and roll onto the train. Because before the platform was raised, the trains have these big, huge, high steps built into them. Each step is like 18 inches tall and you've got three steps to go into the train. Well, you're not going to really do that in a wheelchair. And there was major opposition from people in Westfield to putting in the ramps, putting in the platforms, because they said, well, but this is going to slow us down if we have to go up the ramps and can't just run to the train and jump on the train. Why don't you just have somebody at every station who will lift people in wheelchairs onto trains? Yeah, that's gonna really work, right?   Amy SP Wilson ** 11:50 Yeah, that's not, not feasible,   Michael Hingson ** 11:54 no. And it didn't, and the argument didn't hold, fortunately, and the the platforms were built and, and, and the reality is it didn't jeopardize anybody, other than maybe make them arrive 30 seconds earlier, rather than being so lazy. But, ah, the arguments that people have. But it'll be interesting to see how the train thing works out, because they do need to have more mass transit out   Amy SP Wilson ** 12:18 here. Absolutely, 100%   Michael Hingson ** 12:21 so you went off to college, and what did you do in college,   Amy SP Wilson ** 12:27 college stuff, but because I was unfamiliar with how to really maximize your college experience. I didn't really, you know, have a plan. Once I got done with college, all I knew was I needed to go to college. Go to college, yeah, and, you know, because that's, that's what's going to make your life better. Okay, I can, I can follow that plan. But what's the plan after, like, nobody, nobody had that. They just knew, you know, go to college. Oh, okay. And so I tried to get some, some different jobs, unsuccessfully. And then I ended up getting married and moving to Alaska, and so did some some different jobs up there. And through my experience of being married during that time, I also shared with people that I'm a domestic violence survivor, and it's one of the things that I really wish the disabled community was having more conversations about this, because there I know that I'm I'm not alone, and when I share it, I always have people come forward and Me too, me too. And I'm like, Yes, like, we, can we, you know, support one another. And fortunately, I was only in that marriage for for three years and and got out of it. Spent a couple more years in Indiana, but then when I moved back to Missouri, I learned about some blindness consumer organizations and and started getting involved with those. I also, at the same time, heard, heard about a self defense program for the blind. And I'm like, wait a minute, there's something you know that that works for us. So I jumped on it, became an instructor, became very involved in the that particular organization. And due to some some different circumstances, realized that that was not a healthy environment, and spent probably a year not doing that. But then had some people contact me to get another self defense program going, and I'm like, All right, let's do it. So yeah, that's a. Um, but I've, I've taken in that time of me teaching self defense, I also worked with my local dojo and would help with my son's classes. So I've definitely got the personal safety self defense experience down at this point, I feel like   Michael Hingson ** 15:24 so. So in other words, maybe if there were violent situation today, you could turn the tables and and be the one to beat up the other guy.   Amy SP Wilson ** 15:33 So that's you know, because I will share that, that that is you. That is a common thought.   Michael Hingson ** 15:43 I understand, yes,   Amy SP Wilson ** 15:46 however, in june 2019 I experienced sexual assault by somebody. And it's really what got me to tell people that personal safety you need to be proactive about it, especially in the disabled space. It is so very vital in that realm, yeah, but   Michael Hingson ** 16:11 yeah, there's only so much you can do. And you're right. It's, it's a matter of being, as you say, personally safe. And you know, it's, it is so important, and I think so many people, especially I think a lot of blind people I know about aren't as aware of their surroundings as they need to be, even just in in walking, even if it's not a a safety issue, that is where you're endangered from another person, but just being aware of your surroundings and being able to travel. I remember living in Boston and at the time, and I don't know if it's still the same or not today, but Boston or Massachusetts, had the highest accident rate per capita in the country, and this was back in the late 1970s into the early 1980s and I knew it, and it, it was just one of those factoids, if you will, that helped me stay really aware. So whenever I cross the street, I really made sure that the traffic was going the way I wanted to go, and I listened extremely carefully to what the traffic was doing around me, because any moment a car could come whizzing around a corner, nobody else would have seen it, and if I weren't listening for it, I might not have been able to judge appropriately whether it was safe to go or how fast I had to go to get across the street. So the reality is that we really do need to be situationally aware. And I think it's not just true for people who happen to be blind, but but it is especially true that we need to work on that and be aware of our surroundings   Amy SP Wilson ** 18:01 100% 100% that that is like, one of the first things we started offering right out the gate when it came to safety positive, is having discussions about personal safety topics, because it makes you more situationally aware. I know that. You know now that I have the mindset of being proactive about my personal safety, I am so keyed up on situational awareness that I sometimes freak out people, because I'm like, pay attention. Over there, pay attention. They're like, how? And I'm like, well, the more you learn about safety education, anything in the personal safety realm, it just helps you to become more situationally where, so you respond faster. You don't have to sit there and go, Well, what was that that I learned? No, no, that's not what we we want you to have. We want you to be, you know, kind of studying up on it so much that it becomes second nature for you?   Michael Hingson ** 19:00 Yeah, all too often we we learn something, and then we just have we, we sort of memorize the lesson. And we don't memorize what it is we really need to do. It isn't what, what did I learn? You need to get to the point where it's second nature, where it's just part of you, whether it's situational awareness or or a lot of things, even good musicians,   19:24 yes, you know,   Michael Hingson ** 19:26 do what they do because they've it's become second nature, yes.   Amy SP Wilson ** 19:30 And we, we talk about that, you know, it's, it's a journey you're not going to jump from, you know, being a beginner, you know, car guitar player, kind of like your manual musician, to being able to play on a, you know, stage with 5000 people overnight, it does not, you know, it is a process. And so, you know, giving, tell, you know, reminding people to give themselves grace. And it is a work in progress. So you know, you there's going to be deja mess. Up, but that's okay, you know, be do better tomorrow, on, on all those different situations. The   Michael Hingson ** 20:07 more you practice it, though, and the more you work on looking at lessons and looking at the things that you do and practice making them second nature, the easier it becomes. But it is a muscle the mind that you have to develop.   Amy SP Wilson ** 20:25 Yes, we, we basically tell people your, you know, your most important tool is your mind. So many people want that quick fix of having the pepper spray or, you know, this side of the other, and it's like, no, no, your mind is your most important, you know, tool in your arsenal, so take, take care of it. It's your, it's your biggest investment in life, yeah,   Michael Hingson ** 20:48 and it's and it's the most important one, and it will do so much more for you. But the more you truly use it, the easier it becomes to use. But you've got to make that effort to make that happen, yes, so you got through college, you got, I think, what a degree in psychology, as I recall. And you said you went and worked on various jobs, and I gather nothing really struck a nerve.   Amy SP Wilson ** 21:15 No, you know, I, I actually went back to school and got a second bachelor's degree in social work because I knew I wanted to work with the disabled community, and so I of course, was advocating in my own classes for disability rights and driving my fellow students crazy. But I'm like, we're in social work, and we're not learning about disabilities. This is madness. You're going to be, you know, working with at least, you know, half the people have some sort of disability in some fashion, and we're not even having a conversation about it. So, but I guess I actually, before I got real involved with personal safety here, more recently, in the last couple years, I actually was a Mary Kay consultant for a while, and had had some fun with that. And it's a great, great company. They're they're real supportive. They call it kind of the pink bubble. But I learned a lot about marketing and sales through that. So I constantly am telling my team, I'm like, Yeah, that's a Mary Kay thing. That's America. But they've been around for so many years. There's obviously, like, I said, a method to their madness.   Michael Hingson ** 22:31 They kind of know what they're doing, yeah,   Amy SP Wilson ** 22:34 yeah, yeah. They've, they've got systems down. So yeah.   Michael Hingson ** 22:37 So when did you get your social work, bachelor's degree. When did you graduate with that 2016 Okay, so that was eight years ago, and then you you did other things and so on. But eventually, what, what caused you finally to form safety positive foundation.   Amy SP Wilson ** 22:58 I I essentially got madder than a hatter because we weren't offering choices. It was just this one self defense program, this one self defense program. And I'm like, Well, what about teaching people to advocate for themselves, or having discussions or this or that? Like and I kept getting shot down time and time again from from the leadership in those organizations, and I and I actually had a couple people who pulled me aside and really strongly encouraged me to start my own non for profit. And I was like, Excuse me. Like me be the leader. Uh, I don't, I don't. I don't know how I feel about this, um, but luckily they, you know, they convinced me. Had other people convinced me. And I just, it really is a big passion of mine to just make sure that the blind community has as many personal safety choices as everybody else does, because historically, we have not. So   Michael Hingson ** 24:05 you're saying some of the major consumer organizations kind of discouraged it at first. I   Amy SP Wilson ** 24:14 they were from elsewhere. Was from elsewhere. I wouldn't say some of them, you know, I'm not going to throw no shade on the major groups,   24:21 no, no, no.   Amy SP Wilson ** 24:22 But it was the companies that were teaching self defense got really only focused on just, you know, hands on self defense. And I'm like, and it was either, you know, release or break body parts. And I'm like, not everybody's comfortable breaking body parts like we need some choices. We need to teach people to advocate for themselves, to speak up. That is the like. The bigger thing that I have found is people not understanding the power of of their words and their language to, you know, get themselves out of situation. And it's usually a freeze response, and I know because I was personally guilty of that for many years. And so yeah, I'm I'm thrilled that I don't struggle with that nowhere near as much as I used to, but I can recognize that it is a huge need within our community.   Michael Hingson ** 25:20 So when did you actually form the foundation?   Amy SP Wilson ** 25:25 March 3, 2023 was when we officially launched safety positive foundation.   Michael Hingson ** 25:31 So it's fairly new. Yes, well, a year and about a year and a half old.   Amy SP Wilson ** 25:39 Yep, yep, we're still baby.   Michael Hingson ** 25:43 That's okay. Do you find that that men and women are interested in personal safety and so on, or is it just women or just men? Or what we   Amy SP Wilson ** 25:54 have both? I'd say at our events, it's half and half, I get more men volunteering to to work behind the scenes on stuff, because personal safety is primarily a male dominated profession, which makes me kind of a odd woman out. But you know, we are not for profits. I'll take the help wherever I can get.   Michael Hingson ** 26:17 Sure, well, even if you were for profit, it would make sense to do that. But yeah, I hear you, yes, yeah. So exactly, what does the safety positive foundation do?   Amy SP Wilson ** 26:32 So we offer, again, a variety of choices for personal safety. We have what we call our safety positive guide that gives our blind community, 24/7, access to training and resources. And so that's a resource all by itself, because we put in there motivational information resources, asking discussion questions. But then we also have chapters in our guide to where people can take our courses, where they can go from ProAct or from reactive to proactive on their personal safety. We also have in that guide links to what we call our weekly tea times, and that's probably one of our most popular services, and that's where we're having the space for discussions on personal safety. Each month we do a different topic, and we have also added verbal craft, which is a self advocacy and assertiveness communication training. And we've actually had that training from the very beginning, because, again, I knew, in my experience, that people really needed to learn that that advocating piece, like we're told to advocate, but never given a formula. And we finally have a formula with with verbal craft. So it makes me very excited. And then in just this year, when we started getting into our second year, we shifted away from focusing on the psychological safety to that physical safety aspect, and I became the first blind woman pepper spray instructor with saber so that was exciting. And then we created our own hands on self defense program that focuses on the fundamentals of self defense. We created this course because we knew people needed some pieces. So if they wanted to go take a, you know, martial arts class on a consistent basis, or if they wanted to go take that self defense class, they would have some language to talk with the instructors. And this is how you can assist me. And so, yeah, those, those are pretty much what we offer, but, and we're partnering with with other companies organizations to bring in more resources and training for our community. So like I said, it's only been a year and a half, but yeah, we're bringing it when it comes to the choices. Tell   Michael Hingson ** 29:13 me more about verbal craft, what, what that is all about, or how does that work? So   Amy SP Wilson ** 29:19 at the core, verbal craft was developed as a crisis de escalation communication training, and of course, for the purposes of the blind community, we realized that it also helps with teaching you self advocacy and assertiveness in your communication. So you know, say, somebody comes up and, you know, grabs your arm trying to assist you. Verbal craft has a, you know, we we work with you to develop to personalize your own formula. We also have a verbal craft club where people can come in and practice. This maybe a scenario and and get better at at their skills. I know for me when I first, because I did not even know a verbal craft again, I went to hearing about all the you know, need to advocate for yourself, and I'm like, How do I do that. But it was in November of 2022, that I I finally was able to take verbal craft. And since then, I have, I've discovered that I am even you know better at it. I don't, I don't freeze or fawn as much. And when people are trying to help me, or when people are trying to cross my my boundaries in those different ways.   Michael Hingson ** 30:48 I remember many times being in New York City or in other large cities, but New York especially, wanting to cross the street and go a particular way, waiting for the traffic flow to be going the way I wanted, and making sure that it's going the way I wanted, somebody will come up and grab me. Oh, let me. Let me help you. And of course, the problem is they don't even know for sure which way I want to go correct, which really makes life fun. And so they'll grab me and I go, No, hold on a minute. First of all, I'm really good. Do you know why I'm just standing here? No, you're, you're, obviously, you need help. No, let me explain Ricky, you know, but it is so unfortunate that people make these assumptions. And it happens all too often. It goes back to the basic view of of blindness that that people have, which is that we really don't know what we're doing and we can't really do it ourselves, that you need to have eyesight to do it, which is why earlier this year, at the National Federation of the Blind convention, I crafted the resolution that was adopted that says we need to stop using the term visually impaired and go to blind and low vision. And I mean, there are other terms, but the real issue is to get rid of the concept of impaired, which is what the professionals brought to the field many years ago, which was such a disservice.   Amy SP Wilson ** 32:18 Yeah, I can, I can agree, the word impaired is not the greatest term we want to be be using in that realm. And yeah, in in all my teaching of of self defense, the people coming up and grabbing is the number one frustration that that we deal with as a as a blind community, and it's the reason that people want to learn self defense, because they want to be able to figure out, how do I get myself out of this situation? And that's where you know verbal craft is that that first step of, if you can talk them down, that's that's the ideal situation. And then, of course, we're going to be bringing more choices of they don't want to do that. That's okay. We got some other skills. Yeah, yeah.   Michael Hingson ** 33:05 Well, and it's important to really learn to use all the skills that we have available, which is, of course, something that gets back to the whole issue of using your mind. And that's just something that all too often, well, if I were really abusive, I'd say that's something that every politician should learn to do, is use their mind, but they haven't learned that yet. So that's another story. But, oh, that was That was mean, but, but the reality is that that we need to learn to listen better than we do.   Amy SP Wilson ** 33:40 Well, I mean, the common thing is you have two ears and one mouth, because you're supposed to do twice as much listening, and that also plays a lot into the situational awareness is, you know, sometimes you have to just stop talking so you can pay attention to what, what is going on on around you, right? I know, like with my friends and my team. They know if I'm stopped talking, they need to start paying attention themselves, because I don't usually stop mid sentence. I'm like, wait a minute, what? You know, I start kind of perking my ears and, yeah, yeah, yeah. And we've got, we've created different code words and stuff like that to help, you know, everybody be on the same page, to support people in that, that journey too   Michael Hingson ** 34:21 cool. Well, it's important. So what are the basic core values, the the core things that go into safety, positive foundation and that kind of guide what you do.   Amy SP Wilson ** 34:33 So we have five core values. One is safety, of course, um, innovation, because we are, I've been told numerous times we are pioneering new paths with what we're we're bringing in, so that's and we're always looking for other other things that the community needs to bring in as well. We also have potential as one of them, because. Do believe in the potential of of people in general, and then we also have agency because we want we strongly believe in people having choices when it comes to their personal safety and authenticity. Is our last one, and this one, it it took a little bit to get everybody on board, because I am very authentic myself. And so they were like, we're not talking about you. And I'm like, I know that like but you know, people feel safer when they can be them, their authentic selves, and that's what we want to support, is you know you getting comfortable with you and knowing that you have those you know, choices, potential and and those things. So we, we strongly believe in our core values   Michael Hingson ** 35:55 and and having the ability, or learning to have the ability to analyze who you are, what you do, what you're doing, and when necessary, make changes or to reaffirm that what you do is a good thing, whatever it is.   Amy SP Wilson ** 36:11 Yes, yeah. So, you know, sometimes people need that permission to, you know, change their mind or be on the path that they're they're being on on our on our tea times. I am very well known for telling people, does anybody have questions, comments, concerns or emotional outburst? And because I want to give people that space to you know they need to just yell it out. Yell it out. We're here to support you. Yeah,   Michael Hingson ** 36:40 sometimes that's important and necessary to do absolutely. Why is the foundation called safety positive Foundation?   Amy SP Wilson ** 36:50 We created that name. And actually I created that name because I got tired of the fear mongering that was going on with the self defense organizations and programs that already existed in the blind community. In fact, I had been told one time that I needed to be more negative and in pitching, you know, and trying to scare people. And I'm like, I refuse. I will not do that. Our community is already scared enough. And No way am I, you know, going to hammer home all the the statistics and stuff like that, people, people already have fear. And so in that I played around with words, of course, I have SP in the middle of my my name. And so I was like, Well, you know, safety positive, like, we're all about safety. We want to be positive. And then one of my board members was like, well, we need to add, you know, foundation, because, you know, we're building a foundation here. And I'm like, there it is, safety, positive Foundation was born just based off of the collection of all that. There   Michael Hingson ** 38:14 you go. And and it works. How is it different from mother, self defense and similar kinds of organizations. Because I'm I'm sure that you feel that it is definitely different. Yes,   Amy SP Wilson ** 38:29 yes, we have created it different from the beginning. Because when we launched, we focused on psychological safety, it people would ask me, well, where's the hands on? I'm like, Nope, we're not, we're not doing it yet, because psychological safety needs to be that first step on your on your journey, especially if you have a lot of fear when it when it comes to personal safety. So that was the the mindset that we intentionally chose. The other thing that I would say that probably differentiates us is, of course, the choices and that as of right now, we don't have it to where you can sign up, pay a bunch of money and become an instructor in our program we're not interested in making making money off of that. We are interested in bringing people in as instructors at some point, and we've talked about doing that next year, but we want to be very mindful of how that approach works, because people have gotten trained in other programs, and then they go off and do their own thing, and we're like no, because we want to make sure that the curriculum you were teaching is safety, positive focus. We don't want people running off and trying to fear monger like they had been taught. Before. So that's that's our method to our madness.   Michael Hingson ** 40:05 Well, I may not know that the whole idea of fear is a subject that is near and dear to me, because recently, I published a new book called Live like a guide dog, true stories from a blind man and his dogs about being brave while becoming adversity and moving forward in faith. And the whole idea behind the book is to get people to understand that they can learn to control fear and that you don't need to have fear forced on you. And the reality is that all the negative aspects of fear that you've been talking about is what promotes fear. And I picked on politicians before, but that's what they do. They promote fear to a very large degree themselves, and promoting all this fear just makes people negative. They make it makes people be mistrustful. And the fact of the matter is that if we really learn to understand fear, which also is involved in developing the mind, as we've been talking about. But if we really focus on understanding fear, what we learn is that we can control fear, and that fear can be a very powerful tool to help us. So it isn't about not being afraid, it's about using that fear to focus and not let it, as I would say, blind or overwhelm you.   Amy SP Wilson ** 41:24 Yes, again, 100% agreeing with you on that, the more that you can. I'd say they're, they're, say, lean into the fear and make it your friend that you know that that helps so much. It's also part of that muscle memory of going, Okay, I don't need to be fearful in this situation. And we actually talk about that in our verbal craft training, how the brain, your brain state works when you know something happens to you, and how you can move through that   Michael Hingson ** 42:04 well, and that's exactly right. The issue is moving through it. I mean, just something happens. I mean, I was in the World Trade Center on September 11, and something happened. Right? So there's a lot to be afraid of, but if you prepare and learn to control your own mind, then that fear becomes a very powerful tool to help you focus and learning to listen to that inner voice is one of the most important things that we can ever do in our lives.   Amy SP Wilson ** 42:38 Yes, I I've actually used my personal safety training to help me to heal from some of my past traumas. And, you know, even to the point where practicing certain techniques that had been, you know, done on me to how do I get out of this? And that really, you know, at the, you know, the first few times, oh, yeah, anxiety was real high. And sure, the more you lean into it, the more you work through it, it can be helpful. The unfortunate part is, for some situations, like what you went through in 911 Ain't nobody preparing you for that   Michael Hingson ** 43:17 well, but not directly, but what you learn? But what what you learn? So like with me in September 11, I learned all about emergency evacuations. I learned all about where things were in the World Trade Center. And I learned just and I mentioned being in Boston and dealing with unexpected street crossings with cars coming, and all that you learn how to deal with surprise, yeah, and so it wasn't like there was anything magically brand new at the World Trade Center. So all of the skills, all of the life preparation for for me over the previous 51 years. Ooh, that gives away my age, but all that life preparation made it possible to learn to and actually control fear, so that I was able to use it in a constructive way, which is what the whole point is.   Amy SP Wilson ** 44:17 Yes, and that's why we, I think we've mentioned, like, the more you can learn, the more those things won't surprise you, and you're going to be ready to handle when life's throwing you curve balls,   Michael Hingson ** 44:30 right? And life tends to have a habit of doing that.   Amy SP Wilson ** 44:34 Yeah, universe has since humor that's pretty it does have a sense   Michael Hingson ** 44:39 of humor, but when it's throwing the curve balls, you can learn to hit those curve balls. So it's okay, yes, it's not a it's not a bad thing. How is the community reacting to safety, positive foundation and what you're doing and so on?   Amy SP Wilson ** 44:56 Overwhelming happiness in. Anytime I tell people we are here to offer choices, I've heard statements like, Finally, thank goodness. And I know from our trainings that that we offer it's been completely game changing for for people who went through our trainings, they they feel way more safe. We actually had one of our community people that flat out told me, if it was not for safety positive foundation, I would not have went to the National Federation of the Blind convention, because they just didn't feel like they were prepared. And I think it was a combination of learning things, and then, of course, us being there to help support them if something happened. But yeah, that was, I was floored when I heard that statement. I was like, do what that was. That was us. So we're bringing people out of their houses.   Michael Hingson ** 45:55 Well, things happen at conventions, and unfortunately, I don't know of any convention where things of one sort or another don't happen to one degree or another. So it is a matter of being prepared, but it's also a matter of monitoring yourself and knowing what you're going to allow yourself to get into and not get into to a degree as well. Yes,   Amy SP Wilson ** 46:17 absolutely. And like before we went, we had a safety briefing for our community to give them the rundown, and it was so overwhelming. I'm like, okay, apparently we're going to keep doing this because they they just they felt more prepared and safe for for those different things, and knew if something did happen, what policies procedures to follow, or who to who to be able to contact? Yeah,   Michael Hingson ** 46:44 and the National Federation has become a little bit more aware, and yes, they have, has helped in that process, which is, which is also a good thing.   Amy SP Wilson ** 46:56 Yes, I would very much agree with that as well. But,   Michael Hingson ** 47:00 but people do need to really take responsibility for themselves and their own actions, and so doing what you do clearly helps, I would think so. So, what role do partnerships play in what you do, and how is that affecting everything?   Amy SP Wilson ** 47:20 So when we with our partners, we bring in different people for different reasons, but essentially, it's to make sure our community has more resources for their personal safety. For example, we have partnered with Ali slaughter, who teaches yoga that you know, yoga can be very beneficial in so many ways. We also have partnered with NaVi lens to start, start working with them, because they are a company that offers these special cute like their specialized QR codes, but it can help you to navigate different areas. But not only that, you can create your own it's not like you got to wait for the company to do it. So you can label things around your house, where it'll be able to you know which remote or which seasoning. And the part I really like is it does it in multiple different languages, so it's not just a one and done deal. And then we've also partnered. Our most recent partner is Penny forward, and they teach financial literacy for the blind. And I'm like, financial safety, it is a thing like we seems like a very natural partnership here. So, yeah, yeah, we're, again, we partner with with people that are interested and helping the blind community become more safe.   Michael Hingson ** 48:47 Do you just work with the blind community, or do sighted or any persons without traditional disabilities ever become involved and become students and so on?   Amy SP Wilson ** 48:58 So we actually, we've had some sighted people attend our trainings and and events, and we are working behind the scenes to develop some different trainings for sighted individuals so they can communicate and interact with the blind community in a safe fashion, or just the disabled community, but there's, there's so much information, you know, out there, I feel like a lot of sighted people kind of don't know where to go, how to how to do stuff, and so we wanted to build that bridge of communication between the sighted or the non disabled world and the disabled community. I'd also like to note that, you know blind people typically, blindness is not their only concern. You know, sometimes people have mental health struggles. You. People or other types of disabilities. So we do work with other disabilities as as a result, we're not we, because we're a not for profit and we're new. We got to sort of niche down to the blind community, but we are happy to serve the disabled community as well, because from what I'm learning all disabilities lack personal safety choices.   Michael Hingson ** 50:27 They do or think they do, or probably both, which is, which is, it amounts to the same thing. Yes, we met, certainly through the NFB convention. Then also, I know that Sheldon Lewis from accessibe has reached out to you guys and, and I don't know   Amy SP Wilson ** 50:45 that's you know, you made me forget about the I've my apologies to accessibe, but yes, they are also one of our newest partners, making, yeah, making our website accessible we're happy to share With our other friends and stuff like, yeah, I, I love Sheldon from from access to be. He's one of my new friends, whether he wants it or not, but yeah, it's, it's pleasure that we're, we're also working with access to be as well.   Michael Hingson ** 51:18 That's pretty cool. I haven't been to the site and looked at it yet. I should really go visit the website. But because I've been now with accessibe for, oh, three and a half years, it'll be four years in January. So having a lot of fun, and again, I like the philosophy that it deals with a variety of different kinds of disabilities. And you're right. The fact is that whether whether we bring it upon ourselves or it's real, and it's probably both, we end up not having a lot of choices that we should have. But I think that that's what we need to do, as you point out, is to learn to advocate for ourselves, to bring those choices back into our lives.   Amy SP Wilson ** 52:06 Yes, you know, when I was talking with Sheldon from accessibe about us partnering with them, I said, Absolutely, because not only will it ensure our website's accessible, but I'm happy to tell people about it, because when blind people cannot navigate a website, it, it plays a big role into their psychological safety. And I mean, I, I'm a Mental Health First Aid person, you know, certified person, and I my joke was I needed Mental Health First Aid training to go through the training like it stressed me out, because it was so inaccessible, and I had to have people continuously helping me. And I actually had to take the course twice because of the lack of accessibility that that first go around and had to have people help me and stuff. And I'm like, This is crazy, like, we definitely need to to promote that more. And I'm so glad that they're just, you know, willing to work with with non for profits that are serving the disabled space like that, that that is going to be game changing for so many people and help them to feel more psychologically safe in going to those websites, they're not going to get stressed out and figuring out, how do I navigate this? Nope. Accessibe has got you so,   Michael Hingson ** 53:31 you know, here's a question, and I've asked a number of people this, but I'm curious to hear your answer. You mentioned earlier that we're not really involved in a lot of the conversations, whether it be about self defense, whether it be about personal safety and so on. Why is it that that blind or in general, persons with disabilities aren't involved in the conversations?   Amy SP Wilson ** 53:55 That is a great question. And I think that for some topics, it goes back to fear of being vulnerable in sharing what, what you're afraid of, at least for for personal safety. For some topics, they're they're hot topics, we discuss weapons and safety positive foundation and tell people, if that's a choice you want, we're happy to have the conversation. But people think that talking about weapons means that people are going to start buying firearms and getting involved with it, or bad things can happen, and that's where I go back to the if we're having a conversation about it, you can ask your questions and not have that fear wrapped around those particular topics, but that would be my personal answer,   Michael Hingson ** 54:56 yeah, I think all too often, suddenly. Weapons are the easy answer, yes, but they're not, no, they're not at all. But that's what people think. And they think that's going to take care of all of their fears. And it just doesn't work that way,   Amy SP Wilson ** 55:11 because often and it's statistically backed up, you know, oftentimes, those things will get turned on you, especially if you're not doing ongoing practice, and that's part of that proactive philosophy we talk about in safety positive is if you're choosing to use any kind of tool or device, you better be practicing with it at least once a month, minimum. And depending on the tool we're recommending even stronger practicing. But you you know, you can't just buy a pepper spray, drop it in your purse and you're good. It's like, no, because what happens when they do come to grab you? You're going to be finagling and but yeah, and then   Michael Hingson ** 55:59 you aim it the wrong way because you're not used to it. Yep, exactly. And it's and it's so important that, well, again, it goes back to like what we talked about before, with the mind, which is the most important tool that we have. And if we don't develop that tool by constant, and I believe it has to be constant use and constant us teaching ourselves we're not going to improve with it.   Amy SP Wilson ** 56:28 Exactly you. I mean, we are blessed right now that we have as much technology at at our fingertips to be able to phone a friend or use that app to help us cross the street, whatever the case might be, but technology fails, and so you can't say that this is going to be my, my backup for for everything, or for one of the things that I've learned is you Can't take your pepper spray through, you know, TSA. And there's certain things that, no, no, no, TSA, don't like it. So if you get too used to one kind of tool, it gets taken well, then what do you do? You have to have your own, your own mind to go, okay, I can handle this without all the fancy gizmos and gadgets.   Michael Hingson ** 57:18 Yeah. And, and TSA does what it does generally, for pretty good reasons. Yes,   Amy SP Wilson ** 57:25 yes, yeah, I understand their method to the madness. Yeah, it's still frustrating. Oh,   Michael Hingson ** 57:30 I know it is. You come all prepared, and then they take it away from you when, yeah, yeah. So of course, the the answer to that is you've got to put it somewhere in a bag where it's not reachable while you're on the flight. But that's another story   Amy SP Wilson ** 57:48 conversation for another day. Not that I'm talking about a short list that they will things that will get through TSA, but   Michael Hingson ** 57:55 well, how? Let me ask this. Then I think a relevant question, what are the future goals for safety positive Foundation?   Amy SP Wilson ** 58:05 We want to be the safety institution for the mind community, and so that's why we're we're very interested in bringing on more choices for trainings and working with different partners. So you know, when people think of personal safety in the blind community, their first thought is safety positive Foundation,   Michael Hingson ** 58:35 and that's pretty important to be able to do for you what's been the most rewarding experience you've had with safety positive foundation,   Amy SP Wilson ** 58:46 I would have to say it's watching the community grow as individuals like I said, you know, the one person that said, you know, if It wasn't for safety positive, I and I've heard, you know, other people telling me that they they feel safer and just learning different stuff, and that that is the the paycheck for me when I know we're we're making a difference in in people's lives, sometimes it makes me want to cry. I get, you know, so overwhelmed, but I I essentially do not want people to go through what I've went through in my life. And so the more that we can reach people and offer those resources and trainings that again, that that's what's going to do it for me,   Michael Hingson ** 59:46 so especially for blind people. But in general, what would be the message that you would most like for the community to hear from you regarding safety and safety positive foundation? Yeah.   Amy SP Wilson ** 1:00:00 When it comes to, I guess, sharing with the sighted community, be aware I'm teaching them that no is a complete sentence, and they don't gotta give you their backstory of why they don't want to accept your help, and if somebody doesn't want to take your assistance. Don't take it personal. That you know, there's so many people who do take it personal. When you tell them, No, I've got this. It's not about you. It's about people having the dignity and respect for themselves to sometimes do things on their own, or talk to you about how maybe you can assist them in a in a in a different manner, but yeah, just just don't take it personal. And no, you're also probably going to mess up a time or two. You're not You're not always going to get it perfect, because I know me as a person in the community, I mess it up sometimes.   Michael Hingson ** 1:01:01 You know, there's a lot of value in getting lost. And I, I worked in the World Trade Center a lot to get lost, because when you get lost, then you gotta figure out, how did you get lost, and how do you get out of being lost, and people helping isn't going to give you that learning experience of recovering, or, you know, using what we call whole structured discovery. The bottom line is, yeah, yeah, go ahead. I   Amy SP Wilson ** 1:01:30 say. I love the structured discovery. My whole organization, my board, yeah, when, when they like. I've got a couple of sighted board members, and they were new to the blind community, but knew it needed, you know, they were the ones who convinced me to start this. But once they learned about structured discovery, they were like, This is awesome, like, because I tell them, you know, don't help people, let them figure it out. And they watch, and they learned real fast that, okay, yeah, there is a method to the madness here.   Michael Hingson ** 1:02:04 Yeah, it's, it's important to be able to deal with, deal with, with variety of things. And you're going to be best if you teach yourself how to recover from being lost very quickly. What is structured discovery?   Amy SP Wilson ** 1:02:24 So my understanding, because I've not been given the quote, unquote definition, is where you you have an environment to where you are, um, walking through it yourself and and discovering your your environment on your own with your your white cane, your your guide dog, but you're essentially like, yeah, discovering the the environment on your own accord. Michael, you might have a different answer, but that's that's my, my understanding well,   Michael Hingson ** 1:03:00 and the other part of it is you're walking along, you expect to be going somewhere, and suddenly you discover you're not where you thought you were, or you walk on grass and you didn't expect to be there. Structured discovery also teaches you how what you do is you step back, mentally and then physically. But you step back, you go back and retrace what you did to figure out where it is that you deviated from the path that you were expecting to be on. And it works very well.   Amy SP Wilson ** 1:03:33 I've used it and all the traveling I do, yes, I've gotten lost and had to backtrack. And how did we do this? Where did we go wrong? And believe me, I'll never forget those routes.   Michael Hingson ** 1:03:48 Tell me how. So how do people get involved in the safety positive foundation? If they would like to.   Amy SP Wilson ** 1:03:57 So there's a couple different options. You can go to our website, at safety positive fdn.org, you can also we have a YouTube channel with lots of videos on on different information, and we have our Facebook page, the Facebook page and our website has links where you can come In and be part of our safety positive guide community, or you can also email us, phone call, just don't say send smoke signals. We're not going   Michael Hingson ** 1:04:31 to get those. Yeah, don't raise your hand. Don't raise your hand. That doesn't work. No,   Amy SP Wilson ** 1:04:35 no, no. It's lost on us.   Michael Hingson ** 1:04:39 Yeah, it is on all of us, which is what's okay, it's always something to be learned. Well, I want to thank you for taking the time to be here with us for more than the last hour. It's been fun, and I hope that that people have learned something from it. We'll definitely get to see you next. At the NFB convention, I assume, and that'll be kind of fun too.   Amy SP Wilson ** 1:05:02 Yes, we're going to be there with bells on. There you   Michael Hingson ** 1:05:05 go. Well, we'll, we'll be there. Yeah, and, and I'll, I'll bring my dog over, and either he'll teach self defense or he'll learn self defense. I'm not, there we go. He'll probably be looking for ear scratches and nothing else. So it's okay. We all,   Amy SP Wilson ** 1:05:24 we all need a little love from time to time. Yeah, yeah, and he's   Michael Hingson ** 1:05:27 good at that. Well, well, thank you again for being here. This has been absolutely enjoyable, and if you've enjoyed listening to us, please let us know you can email me at Michael H I M, I C, H, A, E, L, H i at accessibe, A, C, C, E, S, S, I, B, e.com, you can also go to our podcast page, where there's a contact form, and that's w, w, w, dot Michael hingson.com/podcast, that's m, I, C, H, A, E, L, H, I N, G, S o, n.com/podcast. We'd love to hear from you, and wherever you're listening or monitoring our podcast today, I hope that you'll give us a five star review. We really value your reviews. We appreciate it if you know of anyone and Amy you as well. If you know of anyone who you think might be a good guest for the podcast, we'd like to hear from you. We'd like you to provide an introduction. We're always looking for people who want to come on and tell their stories and help all of us see why we're all more unstoppable than we think we are. So I want to thank you all for for that as well. And Amy, once again, really appreciate you being here today. This has been a lot of fun. I   Amy SP Wilson ** 1:06:38 appreciate it, and I will end with my two cents of keep it safe, keep it positive and keep it safe and positive.   **Michael Hingson ** 1:06:50 You have been listening to the Unstoppable Mindset podcast. Thanks for dropping by. I hope that you'll join us again next week, and in future weeks for upcoming episodes. To subscribe to our podcast and to learn about upcoming episodes, please visit www dot Michael hingson.com slash podcast. Michael Hingson is spelled m i c h a e l h i n g s o n. While you're on the site., please use the form there to recommend people who we ought to interview in upcoming editions of the show. And also, we ask you and urge you to invite your friends to join us in the future. If you know of any one or any organization needing a speaker for an event, please email me at speaker at Michael hingson.com. I appreciate it very much. To learn more about the concept of blinded by fear, please visit www dot Michael hingson.com forward slash blinded by fear and while you're there, feel free to pick up a copy of my free eBook entitled blinded by fear. The unstoppable mindset podcast is provided by access cast an initiative of accessiBe and is sponsored by accessiBe. Please visit www.accessibe.com . AccessiBe is spelled a c c e s s i b e. There you can learn all about how you can make your website inclusive for all persons with disabilities and how you can help make the internet fully inclusive by 2025. Thanks again for Listening. Please come back and visit us again next week. Amy SP Wilson, the trailblazer behind the Safety Positive Foundation, is revolutionizing personal safety for the blind and visually impaired community. Her journey began in March of 2023, but her path has been shaped by a diverse range of experiences. Some have been uplifting, while others have been challenging, but each one has served as a valuable lesson that propelled her towards the creation of the Safety Positive Foundation. Amy's commitment to personal safety has been a lifelong pursuit. From playfully wrestling with her cousins during her early years to becoming the first female wrestler at the Missouri School for the Blind in 1996, her passion for wrestling led her to the United States Association of Blind Athletes nationals in 1997, where she discovered Judo. In 1998, Amy proudly represented her country in the World Championships for the Blind in Judo, as a member of the inaugural women's Judo team of the USABA, all before graduating from high school. Unfortunately, Amy's eye condition, Stargardt's, prevented her from continuing her martial arts journey. Diagnosed at the age of 10 in 1992, she faced initial struggles. However, connecting with others who were also blind or visually impaired raised her expectations and inspired her to persevere. As life progressed, Amy earned her first bachelor's degree in psychology, only to become a survivor of domestic violence shortly thereafter. This was not her first experience as a survivor, and it is one of the primary reasons why she advocates for self-empowerment. Amy is deeply passionate about addressing the alarming rates of mental and emotional abuse within relationships involving individuals with disabilities. Amy's pursuit of knowledge led her to earn a second bachelor's degree in social work, providing her with valuable insights into developing systems within the Safety Positive Foundation. She consistently puts her education into practice, utilizing her expertise to make a difference. For the past decade, Amy has been involved in instructing and developing self-defense programs specifically designed for the blind and visually impaired. However, she found that these programs and organizations often had limited expectations for the BVI community, which did not align with her mission. Amy firmly believes that low expectations act as barriers, and she advocates for the BVI community to have unlimited choices when it comes to personal safety. Amy has dedicated her life to making this mission a reality for her community. She actively engages with the BVI community in various capacities, striving to enhance their lives as much as possible. Through the establishment of the Safety Positive Foundation, Amy shares her skills and empowers her community to embrace a safety-positive lifestyle. 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He is Ambassador for the National Braille Literacy Campaign for the National Federation of the Blind and also serves as Ambassador for the American Humane Association's 2012 Hero Dog Awards. https://michaelhingson.com https://www.facebook.com/michael.hingson.author.speaker/ https://twitter.com/mhingson https://www.youtube.com/user/mhingson https://www.linkedin.com/in/michaelhingson/ accessiBe Links https://accessibe.com/ https://www.youtube.com/c/accessiBe https://www.linkedin.com/company/accessibe/mycompany/ https://www.facebook.com/accessibe/ Thanks for listening! Thanks so much for listening to our podcast! If you enjoyed this episode and think that others could benefit from listening, please share it using the social media buttons on this page. Do you have some feedback or questions about this episode? Leave a comment in the section below! 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What if the first step to change is just being honest with yourself? Amy grew up in a family where alcohol wasn't a big part of life. She didn't drink in high school and was teased for it. During college and law school, she began drinking to fit in. Later, wine became part of her career as a lawyer. Over time, she used alcohol to deal with stress, lack of sleep, and feelings of guilt as a mom. Hearing stories about other people's drinking made Amy feel like her habit wasn't a big deal because she wasn't letting it affect her work. But after struggling with guilt, shame, and even suicidal thoughts, she knew something had to change. In this episode, Amy talks with Annie about her steps toward making lasting changes, what didn't work, and how she found her passion for coaching others in the legal profession to rethink their relationship with alcohol. In this episode, Annie and Amy will discuss: - Growing up without alcohol - Getting teased for not drinking as a teenager - Drinking to fit in during college and law school - How wine became part of her work and social life - Using alcohol to deal with stress and lack of sleep - Struggling with shame, mom guilt, and suicidal thoughts - How the Alcohol Experiment changed Amy's mindset - Why hearing stories about alcohol made her drink more - Amy's attempts at drinking in moderation - The difference between quick relief and real growth - Creating new habits like walking and gratitude - Understanding the intentions behind drinking habits - Finding purpose through coaching - Helping others in the legal industry with their alcohol journey - Learning how alcohol affects the brain and body - Building stronger friendships beyond drinking - And other topics… Connect with Amy: Amy's Website: https://www.reframingwellbeing.com/  Related Episodes: EP 88: Reader Question – Social Drinking – How Do I Muster the Willpower Not to Drink? https://thisnakedmind.com/ep-88-reader-question-social-drinking-muster-willpower-not-drink/  EP 158: Reader Question – How do you deal with stress without alcohol? https://thisnakedmind.com/ep-158-how-do-you-deal-with-stress-without-alcohol/ EP 718: Reader's Question – Does Not Drinking Hurt Job Prospects? https://thisnakedmind.com/ep-718-readers-question-does-not-drinking-hurt-job-prospects/  Ready to take the next step on your journey?  Visit https://learn.thisnakedmind.com/podcast-resources for free resources, programs, and more. Until next week, stay curious!

Did you know that Disney World offers Villa accommodations at their Deluxe properties? In this episode, Amy Grundt, Ashly Greeninger, and Marcella Zimmerman discuss everything that you need to know before booking a Disney Villa. Visit our website: www.MarvelousMouseTravels.com To contact the Travel Agents on this episode: Amy: Amy.Grundt@marvelousmousetravels.com Ashly: Ashly.Delaney@marvelousmousetravels.com Marcella: Marcella@marvelousmousetravels.com

In this special episode, Amy returns to discuss her journey of growth and the lessons learned over the past three years. We reminisce about our shared history, including Amy's episode 68 on the Happy Whole You Podcast, where she opened up about being a people pleaser and the steps she took toward personal empowerment. Listen in as we discuss the journey of celebrating past milestones, embracing the present, and feeling proud of the choices that led us to where we are now. We also touch on the power of perseverance and the joys of connecting with people who share our mission to serve and inspire. Tune in for inspiration, motivation, and a peek into how personal development shapes who we become over time. Don't forget to check out episode 68 for Amy's backstory and insights on overcoming people-pleasing habits!   About Amy: Only a few years ago I was a broke single mom healing from an unhealthy marriage. I knew that I was meant for more, but I was stuck in a self-sabotaging cycle. I made the decision to pick myself up, did the work,  took back my power, and created a dream life in just a few years. Since then I've made it my mission to help other women do the same. Everything you want starts with this first powerful step towards change. If you are ready to feel better, achieve your goals, and up-level your life or business, I'm all in on you! Let's get to work!   Connect with Amy: Amy on the Happy Whole You Podcast #68  Her website: https://amysanders.co/  Check out her podcast: https://amysanders.co/podcast Connect with Heather: LinkedIn Heather Laganelli IG/FB @heatherlaganelli  IG/FB @locale.eatery.bakersfield  IG @muralalleybakersfield      Connect with me: Email: annamarie@happywholeyou.com / info@HappyWholeYou.com Website: www.happywholeyou.com / https://linktr.ee/happywholeyou Instagram: @happywholeyou Facebook: Happy Whole You LinkedIn: Anna Marie Frank Venmo: @happywholeyou

Amy Edwards is the queen of going for it at any age and living your best life! She shares her ideas and experience around the topic of codependency and her journey of the relationships she kept finding herself in. She helps us tackle healthy vs unhealthy relationships and letting go of control. Amy vulnerably shares her own experiences to help others live their best lives. She uncovers how she used self-reflection and prioritizing herself so she can be her best self. Affirmations and mirror practice are helpful tools she uses and encourages others to embrace in their own lives to foster self-love. This episode tackles people pleasing, limiting beliefs, living in truth, breaking patterns, and figuring out what you want out of your life! Connect with Amy: Amy's WEBSITE The Amy Edwards Show PODCAST Amy's INSTAGRAM Resources mentioned: Michael Singer's book: The Untethered Soul Byron Katie book: Loving What Is Don't forget to follow, leave a review or rating and share Drinking With Gin.

Amy Lacey is a serial entrepreneur, best-selling author, keynote speaker and business mentor. In 2016 she founded the award-winning Cali'Flour Foods, bringing the first Cauliflower Pizza Crust to market. In 2023, she launched Soursop Nutrition, a trailblazing supplement brand featuring the superfruit with superpowers, Soursop, and a range of products helping your body fight some of the world's deadliest chronic diseases. Memorable Moments“Figure out exactly what you're passionate about, narrow down who you're serving, and build a system to promote in order to find your audience.” “Unresolved trauma is highly likely to manifest itself into illness. When you identify the experiences and feelings that are buried in shame within you - seek resources and treatment to help you work through it.” “The rejection I faced was the redirection that shifted me toward the success I have today.” “As an adult, I found my way to serving others by serving myself first. Rory Vaden always says, 'If you want to have an incredible business, serve the person you once were.' ”“I learned to be the person I wanted to be even though inside I wasn't yet." Connect with Amy:Amy's Instagram:  @heyamylaceySoursop Instagram: @soursopnutritionFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/amy.lacey.313 Receive 20% off sitewide at Soursop Nutrition here : https://www.soursopnutrition.com/discount/allisonwalsh20 (applied automatically) or use allisonwalsh20 at checkout, no minimum purchase required  Connect with AllisonInterested in working together? Fill out this form.www.instagram.com/allisonwalshwww.shebelievedbook.comwww.allisonwalshconsulting.comhttps://www.facebook.com/groups/shebelievedshecouldcommunity20 ways to make money being YOU!: https://www.allisonwalshconsulting.com/monetizeyourbrand

Send us a Text Message.In this episode of The Good Enough Mompreneur Podcast, host Angela sits down with Amy Posner, known as "The Client Whisperer." With over 30 years of experience in business, Amy shares her journey from growing up in a family business to becoming a successful entrepreneur and coach. She provides invaluable insights on client care, pricing strategies, and how freelancers can shift their mindset to think like CEOs. This episode is packed with practical advice and inspiring stories that will empower mompreneurs to elevate their business game.Key Takeaways:Amy's Entrepreneurial Journey: Learn how Amy transitioned from a family business to becoming a renowned client relationship expert.Importance of Client Care: Discover why focusing on existing clients can be more beneficial than constantly seeking new ones.Effective Pricing Strategies: Amy discusses the importance of understanding client needs and how to price your services effectively.Mindset Shift for Freelancers: Tips on how freelancers can start thinking and operating like business owners.Scaling Your Business: Strategies for freelancers looking to grow and scale their businesses without trading time for dollars.Connect with Amy:

Hey Gorgeous! Welcome back to the Life Coach BFF Show with your host, Heather Pettey! In this episode, we dive into practical advice for parents dealing with teenagers during the summer and exciting details about the upcoming Midlife Moxie Beach Retreat.  Key Topics : •Life Skills for Teens    - Heather discusses the importance of teenagers learning life skills and not just lounging around during the summer.    - She recommends the book "Life Skills for Teens" by Karen Harris, which has been beneficial for her family.    - Heather emphasizes the need for teenagers to find jobs, contribute to household chores, and develop a sense of responsibility. •Listener Email from Amy    - Amy from Trenton, New Jersey, shares her struggles with her three teenagers, two of whom are not contributing at home.    - Heather provides practical advice on setting boundaries, encouraging job searches, and involving teenagers in household responsibilities.    - Heather stresses the importance of a family meeting to establish house rules and ensure everyone contributes. •Product Reviews    - Heather reviews three products, including the Obagi Daily Hydro Drops and Rejuvenating Eye Gel Cream, which she highly recommends.    - She shares her positive experience with these products and encourages listeners to try them out. •Inspirational Reading    - Heather reads a beautiful piece by Dame Judi Dench, emphasizing the importance of prioritizing inner qualities over physical appearance.    - The reading inspires listeners to focus on personal growth, wisdom, and living in the moment. •Midlife Moxie Beach Retreat    - Exciting details about the upcoming Midlife Moxie Beach Retreat in Charleston, South Carolina, from April 24th to 27th.    - The retreat will include hormone testing, coaching sessions, breath work, massages, and opportunities to forge new connections.    - Heather encourages listeners to join the private Facebook group @MidlifeMoxie for more information and to be the first to sign up when the cart opens on July 1st. Stay connected with Heather: Email: Heather@HeatherPettey.com Website: WWW.HEATHERPETTEY.COM Speaker Request: Click here Instagram @HeatherPettey_ Facebook: @HeatherPettey1 Linkedin: @HeatherPettey *Quick Disclaimer- Heather Pettey is a certified coach and not a therapist. Always seek the support of a therapist for clinical mental health issues.                      

We talk a lot about the importance of self-awareness and self-care in helping you be a more empathetic and effective leader. In fact, those are two of my five pillars in my book, The Empathy Dilemma because they are vital to being a more effective leader and human. You may think of the traditional modalities, but have you considered hypnosis?Today, my guest is Amy Koford. We discuss how Amy got into this work, the power she's discovered in how hypnosis works, why it transforms lives, and she busts some myths about hypnosis. Amy talks about how trauma can show up, how to take traumatic memories and replace the associated emotions, how people show up as work based on who they are and what they've been through, and how you can embrace forgiveness through empathy to rise above past trauma. She'll share how you can show up as the leader and colleague you want to be. To access the episode transcript, please click on the episode title at www.TheEmpathyEdge.comKey Takeaways:Everyone can be hypnotized, it may take different forms for some people, but it does not negate the potential benefits.Insecurities are a bigger deal than many realize. Many successful people are extremely insecure and those insecurities push them to prove themselves to others and fill the void of the insecurities, but still be in turmoil inside.A lack of empathy often causes many social misunderstandings and team dysfunctions, but the root of that is usually fear."People don't want to grow up to be a jerk or to be an annoying person at the workplace. That's just not what they really want to be…When we're in the workplace, it's important to understand that people are the way they are for reasons and very good reasons. And that helps you have empathy." — Amy KofordEpisode References:The Empathy Edge episodes on trauma:Katharine Manning: How Trauma Impacts Performance – And What Smart Leaders Can DoCharna Cassell: Recognizing And Regulating Trauma At Work – Yours And OthersAbout Amy Koford, the Happy Hypnotist & author of Hardwired to RiseAmy, The Happy Hypnotist has been a professional hypnotist, public speaker, hypnosis show performer and more for several years to transform the lives of numerous people. She's the creator of The Trauma Protocol which takes individuals from traumatized to optimized in just weeks. Amy is the author of, Hardwired to Rise: Eye-Opening Truths about How Fear Holds You Back, Causes Suffering - and How to Liberate Yourself to Have the Thriving Life You Deserve.She has traveled the world to attend hypnosis conferences and has been trained, mentored, certified, and taught mastery skills from the top hypnotists on the planet. Amy specializes in happiness and peace with various techniques that are effective in helping people resolve and let go of the past and change their center to become positive, confident, empowered individuals who know their amazing abilities to live their best lives.Connect with Amy:Amy the Happy Hypnotist: amykoford.comLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/amy-koford-012637184Facebook: facebook.com/amythehappyhypnotistInstagram: instagram.com/amythehappyhypnotistThreads: threads.net/@amykofordBook: Hardwired to Rise: Eye-Opening Truths about How Fear Holds You Back, Causes Suffering - and How to Liberate Yourself to Have the Thriving Life You DeserveJoin the community and discover what empathy can do for you: red-slice.comPRE-SALE SPECIAL! Pre-order 1 to 99 copies of Maria's new book, The Empathy Dilemma for your leaders, exec team, (or yourself?!) and GET 30%! bit.ly/TEDSpecialPresale Offer ends August 27, 2024!Connect with Maria:Get the podcast and book: TheEmpathyEdge.comLearn more about Maria and her work: Red-Slice.comHire Maria to speak at your next event: Red-Slice.com/Speaker-Maria-RossTake my LinkedIn Learning Course! Leading with EmpathyLinkedIn: Maria RossInstagram: @redslicemariaX: @redsliceFacebook: Red SliceThreads: @redslicemaria

In this episode of The Brainy Business podcast, Melina Palmer interviews Amy Porterfield, an esteemed author and host of the Online Marketing Made Easy podcast, who shares her journey from working with Tony Robbins to becoming a successful entrepreneur. Amy's insights on leaving a 9-to-5 job and starting a business emphasize the importance of embracing entrepreneurship for personal freedom and the ability to design a fulfilling professional life.  She advises aspiring entrepreneurs to have the courage to pursue their dreams, highlighting the initial challenges and the significance of experimentation and niche focus in the early stages of entrepreneurship. Amy's expertise in creating profitable digital courses and her emphasis on the value of an email list and scarcity marketing make this episode a must-listen for aspiring entrepreneurs seeking increased confidence and clarity in their pursuit of entrepreneurship. Her relatable experiences and actionable insights offer valuable guidance for those considering a career change and venturing into entrepreneurship. In this episode, hear discussions about: Mastering the transition from a 9-to-5 job to entrepreneurship empowers you to pursue your passion and take control of your career. Strategically building an email list facilitates direct communication with your audience, fostering stronger connections and increasing business opportunities. Embracing the importance of scarcity marketing cultivates a sense of exclusivity, driving demand and urgency for your products or services. Focusing on a specific niche allows you to become an authority in your field, attracting a loyal customer base and standing out in a competitive market. Leveraging limited availability creates a sense of urgency, compelling customers to act swiftly and seize the opportunity, leading to increased sales and engagement. Show Notes: 00:00:00 - Introduction Melina introduces Amy Porterfield, author of Two Weeks Notice and host of the Online Marketing Made Easy podcast, and shares her excitement about having Amy as a guest on the show. 00:04:05 - Amy's Background and Transition to Entrepreneurship Amy shares her transition from working for Tony Robbins to becoming an entrepreneur. She highlights the challenges she faced in her first two years of business and emphasizes the importance of finding the courage to quit a 9-5 job. 00:07:02 - Upsides of Entrepreneurship Amy discusses the freedom and opportunities that come with entrepreneurship. She encourages individuals to pursue entrepreneurship if they feel unhappy in their current job, emphasizing the freedom and control that it offers. 00:10:11 - Evolution of Business Model Amy talks about the evolution of her business model, highlighting the importance of experimentation and finding what works. She emphasizes the need to pivot and make changes based on what feels right and resonates with the entrepreneur. 00:13:24 - Overcoming Trivial Obstacles Melina and Amy discuss the concept of Bike Shedding and Parkinson's Law of Triviality, emphasizing the tendency to procrastinate on trivial tasks. They encourage entrepreneurs to focus on the most important aspects of their business and avoid getting stuck on minor details. 00:14:19 - Avoiding Common Business Mistakes Amy advises against spending too much time on non-essential tasks such as perfecting a website or business card. She emphasizes the importance of making decisions and taking action to move forward in business. 00:15:23 - Overcoming Analysis Paralysis Amy highlights how spending excessive time on decisions like website templates is a way to stay safe, but it ultimately keeps individuals stuck. Taking action and making decisions is crucial for progress. 00:16:40 - Importance of Website Content Amy stresses the significance of key website pages, such as the about page and creating weekly original content. She advises against comparing one's early business stages to established businesses and emphasizes the need for consistency in content creation. 00:18:28 - Building an Email List Amy discusses the value of an email list, emphasizing its control and reliability compared to social media. She underscores the importance of promoting freebies and nurturing the email list as a priority in business growth. 00:26:29 - Consistency in Business Strategy Amy shares her successful strategy of launching the same product repeatedly until it performs exceptionally well. She highlights the importance of familiarity and repetition in marketing for success. 00:27:36 - The Evolution of Digital Course Academy Amy discusses the evolution of her product, Digital Course Academy, and how she has been launching it since 2019, with each launch getting better and bigger. She emphasizes the importance of improving marketing and program quality over time. 00:28:31 - Building Brand and Growing Email List Amy explains how launching the same product annually has helped her improve marketing, program quality, and grow her email list. She emphasizes the value of continuously building and strengthening the brand through consistent launches. 00:30:27 - Overcoming Nervousness about Scarcity and Urgency Melina and Amy discuss the challenges entrepreneurs face when implementing scarcity and urgency in their offers. Amy offers advice on addressing the fear of being pushy and the importance of believing in the value of urgency in helping customers make decisions. 00:34:48 - The Psychology of Scarcity and Urgency Melina delves into the psychological aspects of scarcity and urgency, highlighting how time pressure can shift individuals from being risk-averse to loss-averse. Amy emphasizes the effectiveness of scarcity in capturing attention and spurring action. 00:40:21 - The Power of Nudging and Feedback Melina and Amy discuss the concept of nudging and the importance of providing feedback to guide customers in their decision-making. Amy emphasizes the value of sending reminder emails to nudge potential customers, recognizing that people may forget due to their busy schedules. 00:40:55 - Overcoming Hurdles and Helping Others Amy gives advice on how to approach helping others without making them feel bad and encourages stepping out of comfort zones to send more emails. 00:41:36 - Self-Selection and Audience Clarity Amy shares her experience with receiving negative emails and emphasizes the importance of self-selecting audiences and being clear about who your audience is. 00:42:25 - Focused Business Approach Melina and Amy discuss the benefits of focusing on specific areas of expertise and being known for something specific, such as online courses and email list growth. 00:43:29 - Leveraging Social Media Amy talks about using social media to her advantage, even if she doesn't love it, and how it has helped her business. 00:44:43 - Leveraging Scarcity and Generosity Melina and Amy discuss the power of scarcity, familiarity bias, and reciprocity in growing a business, and encourage listeners to simplify and leverage these principles. 00:45:47 -  Conclusion, Melina's top insights from the conversation. What stuck with you while listening to the episode? What are you going to try? Come share it with Melina on social media -- you'll find her as @thebrainybiz everywhere and as Melina Palmer on LinkedIn. Thanks for listening. Don't forget to subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Android. If you like what you heard, please leave a review on iTunes and share what you liked about the show.  I hope you love everything recommended via The Brainy Business! Everything was independently reviewed and selected by me, Melina Palmer. So you know, as an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. That means if you decide to shop from the links on this page (via Amazon or others), The Brainy Business may collect a share of sales or other compensation. Let's connect: Melina@TheBrainyBusiness.com The Brainy Business® on Facebook The Brainy Business on Twitter The Brainy Business on Instagram The Brainy Business on LinkedIn Melina on LinkedIn The Brainy Business on Youtube Connect with Amy: Amy's website Amy's Instagram Amy's LinkedIn  Learn and Support The Brainy Business: Check out and get your copies of Melina's Books.  Get the Books Mentioned on (or related to) this Episode: Two Week's Notice, by Amy Porterfield What Your Customer Wants And Can't Tell You, by Melina Palmer The Truth About Pricing, by Melina Palmer Purpose, by Gina Bianchini The Power of Scarcity, by Mindy Weinstein Top Recommended Next Episode: Subscriptions and Memberships (ep 105) Already Heard That One? Try These: Framing (ep 296) Focusing Illusion (ep 330) Confirmation Bias (ep 260) Gina Bianchini Interview (ep 263) Bikeshedding (ep 99) Time Pressure (ep 366) Loss Aversion (ep 316) Scarcity (ep 270) How to Stack and Bundle Offers (ep 84) How to Raise Prices (ep 354) Mindy Weinstein Interview (ep 271) Other Important Links:  Brainy Bites - Melina's LinkedIn Newsletter

 It's Best Bits time! Amy shares what her first Christmas was like without her kids, plus how they spent their New Years holiday together. Morgan has a big question about dating and reveals the reason she's been wearing red nail polish on dates. And they both share how they spent their Nashville snow days.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

*Content Warning: fraud, stillbirth, pregnancy loss, infant loss doula fraud, sexual assault, rape, false reporting, blood, medical trauma, medical fraud, factitious disorder, birth fetishism, psychological violence. *Sources:Info on Pseudocyesis (sometimes also referred to as “hysterical pregnancy: https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/24255-pseudocyesis via Cleveland ClinicInfo on Factitious disorder (sometimes also referred to as “Munchausen syndrome”): https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/factitious-disorder/symptoms-causes/syc-20356028 via Mayo Clinic Info on Fetishism: https://www.britannica.com/science/fetishism-psychology via Britannica Doulas in Ontario say they are victims of fraud by a woman now facing dozens of charges Brantford police have charged Kaitlyn Braun with criminal harassment by Isha Bhargava · CBC News · Mar 15, 2023 The Pregnancy Was the Con: How One Woman Allegedly Tricked Countless Doulas Into Helping Deliver a Fake Baby, Cosmopolitan, by Sarah Treleaven. Published September 13th 2023: https://www.cosmopolitan.com/lifestyle/a44866427/kaitlyn-braun-doula-pregnancy-accused-fraud-harassment/Free + Confidential Resources + Safety Tips: somethingwaswrong.com/resources SWW Merch: merch.cameo.com/store/somethingwaswrong Follow Something Was Wrong on IG: instagram.com/somethingwaswrongpodcastFollow Tiffany Reese on IG: instagram.com/lookiebooArtwork by the amazing Sara Stewart:@GreaterThanOkay - Instagram.com/greaterthanokaySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sylvie is talking too loud about travel woes and mishaps. A PSA to everyone, if you're headed to Europe, be sure to check out the requirements of the Schengen Agreement and check your passport's expiration date. You're welcome.Chris is talking too loud about the F1 Grand Prix and getting to see the Aston Martin racing team in action.And TTL guest Amy Spurling is talking too loud about leveling the playing field for female founders and entrepreneurs.Links to learn more about Amy:Amy's LinkedInFollow us:twitter.com/wistiaSubscribe:wistia.com/series/talking-too-loudLove what you heard? Leave us a review!We want to hear from you!Write in and let us know what you think about the show, who you'd want us to interview on future episodes, and any feedback you have for our team.

GOAL! It's another Legendary Duo! Kat and Morgan get together to talk about Ted Lasso, the Apple TV+ comedy about a fish-out-of-water “football” (or soccer) coach. We talk about the third (and final?) season of the comedy and focus on the queer characters and storylines in season three. What did we think about Keely and Jack? Colin's coming out storyline? Did the queer storylines work or did they feel rushed? And what did we think of season three overall? Join us as we travel to Richmond and chat about the queer characters in Ted Lasso. Football is life! Support Kat, Morgan, and Amy by subscribing to their Patreon to get exclusive access to after-show chats, extra episodes, and even a chance to advertise your own podcast, project, or company on the show! Find us: https://patreon.com/thelegendaryladies……… Want to show your support another way? Leave us a five-star review on iTunes, and subscribe to our podcast on all the platforms! Comments or suggestions? Email us at thelegendaryladies@gmail.com Find our hosts online: Kat: @ComicUno (twitter) Morgan:@Mojotastic(twitter/instagram) Amy:@Amy.Hypnarowski (instagram)

It's a Legendary Duo! Kat and Morgan discuss Spider-Man: Across the Spider-Verse, a movie we both absolutely loved. We ask the question: does a movie need to have a full ending to be a movie? What does it mean to have a cliffhanger ending and how does that impact storytelling? Is it harder to find movies that aren't directly based off of IP in the theaters? We also dive into some specifics of Across the Spider-Verse, including the comics-accurate art styles and the character arcs for Miles and Gwen. Support Kat, Morgan, and Amy by subscribing to their Patreon to get exclusive access to after-show chats, extra episodes, and even a chance to advertise your own podcast, project, or company on the show! Find us: https://patreon.com/thelegendaryladies…… Want to show your support another way? Leave us a five-star review on iTunes, and subscribe to our podcast on all the platforms! Comments or suggestions? Email us at thelegendaryladies@gmail.com Find our hosts online: Kat: @ComicUno (twitter)  Morgan: @Mojotastic (twitter/instagram)   Amy: @Amy.Hypnarowski (instagram)

Listen up, let us tell you a story! Of the six wives of Henry VIII...and the rock songs that go with them. In the next of the Duo series, Amy and Morgan, Tudor Aficionados, analyze the hit Broadway musical SIX. Morgan, having just seen the production live, shares her experience of watching the show on stage. The hosts analyze which songs do their favorite queens justice - and which one dismally fails - as well as take an in depth look at the costumes and the inspiration for the songs in the show. Join in for a history lesson with the Legendady Ladies! Support Kat, Morgan, and Amy by subscribing to their Patreon to get exclusive access to after-show chats, extra episodes, and even a chance to advertise your own podcast, project, or company on the show! Find us: https://patreon.com/thelegendaryladies… Want to show your support another way? Leave us a five-star review on iTunes, and subscribe to our podcast on all the platforms! Comments or suggestions? Email us at thelegendaryladies@gmail.com Find our hosts online: Kat: @ComicUno (twitter) Morgan: @Mojotastic (twitter/instagram) Amy: @Amy.Hypnarowski (instagram)

Amy Mangueira experienced the full range of life's wild ride, all the way to rock bottom, when she hit such extreme burnout that she permanently lost hearing in her left ear. On the pod this week, we talk about what led her to this moment—and what she's done to find her way back to balance. Amy is a 4x entrepreneur, author, and motivational speaker on a mission to rid the world of burnout. Amy's goal is education and coaching women to find balance in their careers and live by putting themselves first. In this episode, we discuss how Americans are conditioned for “grind mode,” a hustle-til-you-have-a-breakdown mindset that keeps many people exhausted and dissatisfied with their lives. She shares how she took steps to break free from burnout and rebuild her life—and offers ideas for how you can do the same. Get to know Amy: Amy's Book, The Path to Break Free from Burnout Instagram: @projectamy Website: amymangueira.com Burnout coaching Follow me on: Instagram @stacyennis Facebook @stacyenniscreative LinkedIn Youtube @stacyennisauthor To submit a question, email hello@stacyennis.com or visit www.stacyennis.com/contact and fill out the form on the page.

It's a new PilotPod! The Legendary Ladies are back with a new episode all about WarriorNun. Amy, Kat, and Morgan break down the first episode of the Netflix series, talking about everything from characters to filming location to whether or not the Pandemic set Warrior Nun up for failure. They also read fan feedback and solicit suggestions for future PilotPods! Support Kat, Morgan, and Amy by subscribing to their Patreon to get exclusive access to after-show chats, extra episodes, deleted scenes and ways to join in live on the show!  Find us: https://patreon.com/thelegendaryladies… Want to show your support another way? Leave us a five-star review on iTunes, and subscribe to our podcast on all the platforms! Comments or suggestions? Email us at thelegendaryladies@gmail.com Find our hosts online: Kat: @ComicUno (twitter) Morgan:@Mojotastic (twitter/instagram) Amy:@Amy.Hypnarowski (instagram)

As May 1st draws closer, so too does the deadline for the WGA's (Writer's Guild of America) contract renewal - as well as the strike that will come if an agreement is not reached. In solidarity with the writers of some of their favorite television, the Legendary Ladies invited writers Ray Utarnachitt (DC'S THE LEGENDS OF TOMORROW) and Christina Walker (CW'S THE FLASH) for a round table discussion about the ins-and-outs of the challenge facing the Guild. The conversation moves from the basics, such as how the WGA works and what a strike authorization *actually* means, to the more complex issues, such as the changing landscape of residuals in a world where streaming is the new ‘name of the game' and how the industry shift to “micro” writing rooms creates an imbalance between the work required - and the pay received for it. Join in the fight with The Legendary Ladies and support and honor the WGA by listening, learning, and sharing the episode! Meet the guests! Ray Utarnachitt is a TV writer/producer. He is a Michigan native and like any good Asian student, was pre-med at the University of Michigan for 3 years. Much to his parents' dismay, he switched tracks and graduated with a Film degree. Ray broke into the business working in production on commercials, music videos, and features. He was a writer and Executive Producer on DC'S LEGENDS OF TOMORROW. He's also written for PERSON OF INTEREST, THE TOMORROW PEOPLE, THE FLASH, and SUPERGIRL. He is an alumnus of the Warner Bros. Writers Workshop. From period pieces to Sci-fi, supernatural genre to high-concept and action packed, Christina Walker''s unique background and diverse voice has led her to staff on a wide range series and all of those rooms highlight her as true value added. Most recently her talents have put her in the high-concept and action space having worked on Seasons 7 & 8 of CW'S THE FLASH.  ----------- Support Kat, Morgan, and Amy by subscribing to their Patreon to get exclusive access to after-show chats, extra episodes, and even a chance to advertise your own podcast, project, or company on the show! Find us: https://patreon.com/thelegendaryladies… Want to show your support another way? Leave us a five-star review on iTunes, and subscribe to our podcast on all the platforms! Comments or suggestions? Email us at thelegendaryladies@gmail.com Find our hosts online: Kat: @ComicUno(twitter) Morgan: @Mojotastic (twitter/instagram) Amy: @Amy.Hypnarowski (instagram)

In the 2023 "Where Are We On TV" Report, GLAAD breaks down the current success - and losses - of LGBTQ representation in TV media. A major loss for representation in media? The cancellation of many of the CW's most diverse shows. The Legendary Ladies discuss the loss, as well as which shows still harbor queer representation, and whether or not procedurals vs genre shows carry better success rate with integrated LGBTQ+ character. Support Kat, Morgan, and Amy by subscribing to their Patreon to get exclusive access to after-show chats, extra episodes, and even a chance to advertise your own podcast, project, or company on the show! Find us: https://patreon.com/thelegendaryladies… Want to show your support another way? Leave us a five-star review on iTunes and Podchaser, and subscribe to our podcast on all the platforms! Comments or suggestions? Email us at thelegendaryladies@gmail.com Find our hosts online: Kat: @ComicUno (twitter) Morgan: @Mojotastic (twitter/instagram) Amy: @Amy.Hypnarowski (instagram) +

It's Pub Trivia with the Legendary Ladies! Kat, Amy, and Morgan return for their second Trivia Night of the podcast - and the stakes couldn't be higher. Each host picked three categories, each with six questions ranging from easy to hard. Do trombones require assembly? What murderer is known by the acronym TLIK? What literal drug did a major soda company once have in its formula?! All this and more on this mega-sized trivia episode.   Play along! Did you score more than we did? Less? Do you dispute a question or an answer? Email us! TheLegendaryLadies@gmail.com -----------   Support Kat, Morgan, and Amy by subscribing to their Patreon to get exclusive access to after-show chats, extra episodes, and even a chance to advertise your own podcast, project, or company on the show! Find us: https://patreon.com/thelegendaryladies…   Want to show your support another way? Leave us a five-star review on iTunes and Podchaser, and subscribe to our podcast on all the platforms! Comments or suggestions? Email us at thelegendaryladies@gmail.com   Find our hosts online:   Kat: @ComicUno (twitter)   Morgan: @Mojotastic (twitter/instagram)   Amy: @Amy.Hypnarowski (instagram) +      

Watch out for the fungus! The Legendary Ladies dive into a post-apocalyptic Pilot Pod with The Last of Us. Amy, Kat and Morgan discuss this video game turned HBO hit series and discuss what made the pilot work and what didn't work as well for them. Was there enough focus on Ellie? Did the first and second parts of the pilot feel conjoined enough? What makes a show a watercooler show anymore? Is there such a thing as a communal viewing experience? Also, did you know Kat is a Resident Evil bitch? All of this and more in this exciting, fungus-zombie filled Pilot Pod on The Last of Us! Want more The Last of Us content? Amy and Morgan will be discussing the whole season on The Legendary Ladies Patreon! Subscribe to listen! ———– Support Kat, Morgan, and Amy by subscribing to their Patreon to get exclusive access to after-show chats, extra episodes, and even a chance to advertise your own podcast, project, or company on the show! Find us: https://patreon.com/thelegendaryladies… Want to show your support another way? Leave us a five-star review on iTunes and Podchaser, and subscribe to our podcast on all the platforms! Comments or suggestions? Email us at thelegendaryladies@gmail.com Find our hosts online:  Kat: @ComicUno (twitter) Morgan: @Mojotastic (twitter/instagram) Amy:@Amy.Hypnarowski (instagram)

The Legendary Ladies have watched the Gotham Knights pilot, and we have…thoughts. Amy, Kat, and Morgan settle in to watch give you a rundown of the CW's newest series' first episode. We give a basic synopsis of the plot, break down some of the characters, and answer the question - do you need to watch the series? The hosts also dive into more complex questions, like does the lack of flaws make a character hard to connect with, why did the series create an original main character, and can Riverdale meets Batwoman Take 2 make it? All this and more on this week's episode. ----------- Support Kat, Morgan, and Amy by subscribing to their Patreon to get exclusive access to after-show chats, extra episodes, and even a chance to advertise your own podcast, project, or company on the show! Find us: https://patreon.com/thelegendaryladies… Want to show your support another way? Leave us a five-star review on iTunes and Podchaser, and subscribe to our podcast on all the platforms! Comments or suggestions? Email us at thelegendaryladies@gmail.com Find our hosts online:  Kat: @ComicUno (twitter) Morgan: @Mojotastic (twitter/instagram) Amy:@Amy.Hypnarowski (instagram)

With March being Women's History month, I wanted to share women doing amazing things on the podcast. Amy O'Connell of Sprinkled Confections is doing just that. She has built a phenomenal business around her amazing cookies, cakes, and desserts. Her new bakery is such an asset to her small town. I'm so inspired by her and know you will be too. Key Takeaways Amy lives with her husband and three young boys on their farm near Holy Cross, Iowa. In addition to a thriving bakery business she farms O'Connell Organic Acres. Amy grew up on a dairy farm with a mom who was always in the kitchen. She loved helping her mom bake. As a new mom herself she found herself wanting to have goals and contribute to her family's income so she started doing cakes on the side. Amy's son had allergies to dairy, beef, and eggs, so she learned a lot about allergy-free baking. She continues to be an asset to her community making delicious desserts with allergies in mind. Amy worked out of her home and her business grew by word of mouth. When her business seemed to take over her whole house she made plans to build her own bakery.  She built her bakery in a beautiful location with “instagramability” in mind. The building has a gorgeous industrial interior for hosting events and workshops. She is nearly booked solid for special weekend events and is open to the public three days weekly. The bulk of her business is custom work. Amy says it's important to diversify revenue streams as a small business, even more so as a food business. Amy loves her clients who have been with her from the beginning. She loves being part of their events through life. How to price? Amy posts her base prices online so people know what to expect before consulting. Because her work is mostly custom, people are willing to pay for her time and talent, not just the ingredients. How does she juggle it all? Amy says: To be determined. Sometimes she doesn't know, but she appreciates her community and the help of family. She recently switched to a digital planner and recommends Artful Agenda. Amy is offering a royal icing cookie decorating workshop at her shop at the end of the month. Connect using links below and sign up. Connect with Amy Amy's Instagram is filled with beautiful edible art. You can follow her on Facebook and learn more about Sprinkled Confections and booking her building on her website.

In today's conversation, I am joined by Amy Gallo. Amy is an expert in conflict, communication, and workplace dynamics. She combines the latest management research with practical advice to deliver evidence-based ideas on how to improve relationships and excel at work. She has written two books: The HBR Guide to Dealing with Conflict, and her newest which we are discussing today: Getting Along: How to Work with Anyone (Even Difficult People). In her role as a contributing editor at Harvard Business Review, Amy writes about interpersonal dynamics, communicating ideas, leading and influencing people, and building your career. She has contributed to numerous books on feedback, emotional intelligence, and managing others, and is the co-author of the HBR Guide to Building Your Business Case. She is also a co-host of HBR's Women at Work podcast, which is in its eighth season. She has contributed to other books and has taught at both Brown University and UPenn, and is an all-around wonderful person I'm so delighted to have met. It's kind of a fun and serendipitous story as to how Amy ended up on the show today. Listen in to hear all about it! Show Notes: [00:45] In today's conversation, I am joined by Amy Gallo. Amy is an expert in conflict, communication, and workplace dynamics. [01:59] It's kind of a fun and serendipitous story as to how Amy ended up on the show today. [04:21] SXSW is a massive event over 10 days with a film festival, music festival, food festival, comedy festival, and a conference focused on innovation and technology. Amy and I are both speaking at it this year (my talk is on the same day this episode comes out!) [06:40] Amy shares herself, her background, and the work she does. She wears many hats. [08:02] She didn't think she would become an editor (or be at Harvard Business Review), but she always gravitated to writing.  [10:08] The HBR Women at Work podcast is still one of her favorite projects that she works on. Her work for HBR started small.  [11:41] She loved writing, but never thought she would do anything with it as a career.  [14:12] Writing the HBR Management Tip of the Day is what led to her writing the book, because she could see there was so much work being put out there by people in different fields. She let that inform the advice she was giving.  [16:07] Knowing a little bit about a lot of things and a lot about a few things is a good balance to being able to make interesting connections. [17:35] Getting Along is about navigating the messiness of human interaction and recognizing that we are not all our best selves all the time, especially at work, and that we need the skills to be able to make the most of these very important relationships.  [19:30] We have all had a difficult person at work that we don't get along with.  [20:33] Amy shares the emails with “Brad” that she talks about in her book.  [23:19] Our brains are so wired to scan for threats that we are so focused on negative things (negativity bias).  [25:26] Any time you have a tricky interaction with someone you can't force the person to see it the way you see it.  [26:12] When we are interacting with others and we find ourselves triggered or upset, there are many ways to view that situation. You have to own your interpretation as your perspective.  [27:50] Your interpretation of what is appropriate behavior at work is not going to be the same as everyone else's.  [30:49] There were two main things she wanted to do with this book. First, she wanted to give specific evidence-based advice for the situation they were dealing with.  [32:46] The archetypes are really meant to give people a way into the specific advice that they need. They are meant to get the tactics from research that are supposed to work for this type of behavior.  [33:22] The second thing she wanted to do with the book was to talk about how identity plays a role both in how we interpret difficult behavior and also in terms of the tactics that we can use and are effective for someone who shares the identity that we have.  [35:55] Change is possible. If we really take a close look at what is happening and what could be motivating that behavior, and work on ourselves…then change is possible. It is worth continuing to try to change.  [37:58] Amy shares the eight archetypes: the insecure boss, the pessimist, the victim, the passive-aggressive peer, the know it all, the biased co-worker, the tormentor, and the political operator.  [40:16] Pessimism is contagious in the same way optimism is.   [42:32] Pessimists often don't think they have agency, so giving them agency can really help. You can also give them a formal role to play as the devil's advocate then it is treating it as a benefit to the team. [44:47] We can all find times when can relate to (and likely when we have been) many of the archetypes.  [47:02] There is a good chance you are one or more of the archetypes because we all are.  [48:06] Having more people as part of your “us” can make a big difference.  [49:41] Amy shares her top episode recommendations for the HBR Women At Work podcast.   [51:31] Melina's closing thoughts [52:54] It is important to look at yourself before you look to change someone else. Amy gives tips for seeing how you are contributing to every difficult relationship, and to know that it starts with changing yourself. [54:08] There is always room to change, both for yourself and those you work with, and Getting Along is a great way to better understand what you have been doing yourself in life and work, and have a better experience with everyone tomorrow. Thanks for listening. Don't forget to subscribe on Apple Podcasts or Android. If you like what you heard, please leave a review on iTunes and share what you liked about the show.  I hope you love everything recommended via The Brainy Business! Everything was independently reviewed and selected by me, Melina Palmer. So you know, as an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases. That means if you decide to shop from the links on this page (via Amazon or others), The Brainy Business may collect a share of sales or other compensation. Let's connect: Melina@TheBrainyBusiness.com The Brainy Business® on Facebook The Brainy Business on Twitter The Brainy Business on Instagram The Brainy Business on LinkedIn Melina on LinkedIn The Brainy Business on Youtube Join the BE Thoughtful Revolution – our free behavioral economics community, and keep the conversation going! Learn and Support The Brainy Business: Check out and get your copies of Melina's Books.  Get the Books Mentioned on (or related to) this Episode: Getting Along, by Amy Gallo HBR Guide to Dealing with Conflict, by Amy Gallo A More Just Future, Dolly Chugh Influence is Your Superpower, by Zoe Chance Both/And Thinking, by Wendy Smith and Marianne Lewis Connect with Amy:  Amy's Newsletter Amy on Twitter Amy on LinkedIn Top Recommended Next Episode: Fundamental Attribution Error (ep 268) Already Heard That One? Try These:  Confirmation Bias (ep 102) A More Just Future, with Dr. Dolly Chugh (ep 247) How to Have Difficult Conversations About Race, with Kwame Christian (ep 221) Tomas Chamorro-Premuzic (ep 267) Focusing Illusion (ep 89) Both/And Thinking with Dr. Wendy Smith (ep 261) Get Your D.O.S.E. of Brain Chemicals (ep 123) Negativity Bias (ep 223) Herding (ep 19)  Influence Is Your Superpower with Yale's Dr. Zoe Chance (ep 189) Other Important Links:  Brainy Bites - Melina's LinkedIn Newsletter Women at Work Podcast Sisterhood is Scarce Sisterhood is Trust Getting Along with a Passive-Aggressive Gossip Getting Along with a Political Operator Getting Along with a Biased Tormentor Getting Along with an Insecure, Know-It-All Pessimist Amy's Website

My guests this week are Amy Daughters and Dana Rivera. Amy is a native Houstonian and a graduate of The Texas Tech University who has been a freelance writer for more than a decade—mostly covering college football and sometimes talking about her feelings. Amy's debut novel, You Cannot Mess This Up: A True Story That Never Happened (She Writes Press, 2019), was selected as the Silver Winner for Humor in the 2019 Foreword INDIES and the Overall Winner for Humor/Comedy in the 2020 Next Generation Indie Awards. Dana has been teaching 31 years and has 5 children and 6 grandchildren. She enjoys the beach, running, reading, LSU and spending time with her family. She is writing her first book, “This Is Not What I Expected.” You might be wondering, how are these people related? Years ago, Amy wanted to reach out to her old friend Dana and learned that Dana's son had terminal cancer. Their friendship was rekindled after decades, just because of a handwritten letter. 4:47 – Dana 101 She is retired from public school after teaching reading for many years. Dana is a grandmother and PE teacher. She considers it her dream job. 6:55 – Amy 101 She has lived in the Midwest and overseas. She mostly writes about college football, but also writes about her feelings. 10:41 – Dear Dana Amy wrote a book, “Dear Dana: That time I went crazy and wrote all 580 of my Facebook friends a handwritten letter.” More than 30 years ago, Amy and Dana met at a summer camp in Trinity, Texas. They were counselors together for six weeks. They reconnected years later, and Amy found out Dana's son had cancer. Amy started writing her letters. 14:08 – Letters from a friend Dana was shocked that Amy was sending her the nicest cards. Amy wrote letters for several weeks before Dana's son Parker passed away at age 15. 29:23 – Lost art of letter writing Amy decided to write letters to all of her Facebook friends. 32:32 – What can others learn? Try to rekindle the lost art of letter writing. It can be tough to write to someone who is grieving. Often, we don't know what to do or how to respond. 51:01 – Feeling a nudge Connecting with people is so important. When you feel a nudge to do it, go for it. Challenge yourself – send a handwritten note to two people. 55:35 – Get to know you Last time they cried? When they leave each other after a visit. FEATURED QUOTES I mostly write about college football, and I sometimes write about my feelings. – Amy I believe that every letter that left my outgoing mail is a credit back to my connection to Dana and to Parker. – Amy Amy created a safe space for me to say this sucks, what in the world is going on? The outpouring of sharing came because she created a safe space. - Dana https://www.amydaughters.com/ https://www.amazon.com/Dear-Dana-Facebook-friends-handwritten/dp/1647429005

The Legendary Ladies have finished season 3 of Harley Quinn - and we want to know - will it survive? And, as a point of controversy among the hosts - should it? Amy, Kat, and Morgan chat about the Valentine's Day Special, the future of Harley Quinn in the GunnVerse, and - thanks to listener, Mark - go down a rabbit hole of whether or not oatmeal cookies are a yay or nay. Very important stuff. ----------- Support Kat, Morgan, and Amy by subscribing to their Patreon to get exclusive access to after-show chats, extra episodes, and even a chance to advertise your own podcast, project, or company on the show! Find us: https://patreon.com/legendsoftomorrowpodcast… Want to show your support another way? Leave us a five-star review on iTunes and Podchaser, and subscribe to our podcast on all the platforms! Comments or suggestions? Email us at thelegendaryladies@gmail.com Find our hosts online: Kat: @ComicUno (twitter) Morgan: @Mojotastic (twitter/instagram) Amy:@Amy.Hypnarowski (instagram)

This week Megan is recapping “Tormented” which is from Season 2 Episode 10 of The Dead Files. This story will give you volatile snapdragon bumps.Content Warning: Abuse of children and animals in history. Rape. Suicide. Also we swear.We apologize ahead of time for the sound quality, we recorded in person again and well, that never really goes well for sound quality. We also talked about: Joe Kenda, new merch (that is already discontinued); Dearly departed pets; Stroganoff; Food Magazines; TV shows that are over and how we deal; Jeneva Rose author of the book The Perfect Marriage and Scott; Amy Amy-splains what “Free” means; reading for money; shout-out to hospice nurses; and the comfort of the Golden Girls when things get scary. We gabbed a LOT so if you're only here for Dead Files content you'll want to skip ahead to about 15:52 (give or take if you listen on a platform with ads). This podcast should be called “oh that reminds me”. LinksThe Perfect Marriage by Jeneva Rose https://amzn.to/3l6jo1x (it's free to borrow on Prime as of the writing of this)Jeneva Rose on TikTok @jenevaroseauthorHere's the water bottle Amy made to replace the discontinued one. https://www.zazzle.com/steel_water_bottle-256911929570390133Recipe for the Stroganoff Amy made: https://www.allrecipes.com/recipe/262061/one-pot-ground-beef-stroganoff/The Activity Continues is a podcast where a couple of Soul Sisters, Amy & Megan, chat about the TV show, The Dead Files, true crime, ghost stories, haunts, dreams, and other creepy paranormal shit. Each week we each choose an episode to dissect and chat about.So, grab your hankies, hop in the Cadillac, and join us when… The Activity Continues.This episode was recorded on February 2, 2023 for release on February 17, 2023.If you'd prefer to watch the video versions of our episodes, please seeYouTube: https://bit.ly/TAC_videosSpotify: https://spoti.fi/3iLoAqGIf you're looking for all our links and other info go here: https://bit.ly/TACabout AffiliateThree Spirit Drinks. They create plant-based non-alcoholic elixirs. https://us.threespiritdrinks.com/theactivitycontinues and use the promo code THEACTIVITYCONTINUES for 15% off your entire order.Thank you for listening, take care of yourselves. We'll see you next week!CreditsHosted by: Amy and MeganProduced by Amy at Collected Sounds Media, LLC.Theme song. “Ghost Story” and segment music by Cannelle https://melissaoliveri.com/  Become a Patron: https://www.patreon.com/theactivitycontinuesA Paranormal PodcastSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/collected-sounds2/donations

The Legendary Ladies gather to discuss the latest news about the state of the DV GunnUniverse. Amy, Kat, and Morgan break down the list unveiled by James Gunn, walking you through the chronology of the releases. They pick their favorite upcoming project, which one is *less* popular for them, and debate how "True Detective" the Lanterns series could be. Support Kat, Morgan, and Amy by subscribing to their Patreon to get exclusive access to after-show chats, extra episodes, and even a chance to advertise your own podcast, project, or company on the show! Find us: https://www.patreon.com/legendsoftomorrowpodcast Want to show your support another way? Leave us a five-star review on iTunes and Podchaser, and subscribe to our podcast on all the platforms! Comments or suggestions? Email us at thelegendspodcast@gmail.com. Find our hosts online: Twitter:  @Legends_Podcast Kat: @ComicUno (twitter) Morgan:@Mojotastic (twitter/instagram) Amy: @Amy.Hypnarowski (instagram)

The Legendary Ladies take a trip down memory lane as they watch Teen Wolf: The Movie. Even though Amy hasn't seen a lick of the series, and three host's sat down for the *two and a half hour* movie and tried to work out a few things. Like....why have 15 years passed in Wolf World, but not our world? Why hasn't MTV learned to pay their actors fairly? And does the nostalgia of a TV show make the movie better? All this and more this week on the Legendary Ladies Podcast! Support Kat, Morgan, and Amy by subscribing to their Patreon to get exclusive access to after-show chats, extra episodes, and even a chance to advertise your own podcast, project, or company on the show! Find us: https://www.patreon.com/legendsoftomorrowpodcast Want to show your support another way? Leave us a five-star review on iTunes and Podchaser, and subscribe to our podcast on all the platforms! Comments or suggestions? Email us at thelegendspodcast@gmail.com. Find our hosts online: Twitter:  @Legends_Podcast Kat: @ComicUno (twitter) Morgan:@Mojotastic (twitter/instagram) Amy: @Amy.Hypnarowski (instagram)

Today I am joined by Amy Simpson, the founder of the Mind Body Baby Method who works with women to prepare their bodies, minds, and souls for the transition into motherhood. Many women struggle with believing their bodies are broken if they are having difficulty conceiving, and the medical system can perpetuate that belief. Amy wants to change that. She believes babies choose us. When we are truly ready, Amy is here to help us get there.Amy discusses what is the mind-body-baby method and how struggles with conceiving are avenues for pause, curiosity, and connection back to our mind and body. Your body adores you and gives you signs and ways to work through infertility struggles. Join Amy and I as we cover the blocks in our mind and body, how to stay connected to yourself in the medical system when there are troubles conceiving, and how to get your mind and body ready for the baby. Ways to connect with Amy:Amy is one of our founding Witchy Women and you can find her through our new Holistic Healthcare platform at www.thewitchywomen.comYou can also find her on Instagram - @themindbodybabymethod and her website www.amysimpson.co.uk

The Legendary Ladies return with a conversation about the newest DC Universe news. Amy, Kat, and Morgan sit down with the newest news - including the Berlanti deal- and make some predictions. What will a universe helmed by James Gunn look like? How will the DCTV universe play in it? *WHY* is The Flash movie still a thing? Support Kat, Morgan, and Amy by subscribing to their Patreon to get exclusive access to after-show chats, extra episodes, and even a chance to advertise your own podcast, project, or company on the show! Find us: https://www.patreon.com/legendsoftomorrowpodcast Want to show your support another way? Leave us a five-star review on iTunes and Podchaser, and subscribe to our podcast on all the platforms! Comments or suggestions? Email us at thelegendspodcast@gmail.com. Find our hosts online: Twitter:  @Legends_Podcast Kat: @ComicUno (twitter) Morgan:@Mojotastic (twitter/instagram) Amy: @Amy.Hypnarowski (instagram)

In the final of their Holiday Spirit Series, the Legendary Ladies cozy up with Disney+ to watch the classic Christmas pick as chosen by our listeners - "The Muppet Christmas Carol"! Hosts Amy, Kat, and Morgan discuss the music of the movie, whether or not you have to be a 'muppet fan' to enjoy the movie, and toy around with the idea that this might actually be the most faithful adaptation of Charles Dickens' story....despite the fact that the cabbage can talk. The Legendary Ladies will return in 2023! Happy holidays and a wonderful new year from the Legendary Ladies! Support Kat, Morgan, and Amy by subscribing to their Patreon to get exclusive access to after-show chats, extra episodes, and even a chance to advertise your own podcast, project, or company on the show! Find us: https://www.patreon.com/legendsoftomorrowpodcast Want to show your support another way? Leave us a five-star review on iTunes and Podchaser, and subscribe to our podcast on all the platforms! Comments or suggestions? Email us at thelegendspodcast@gmail.com. Find our hosts online: Twitter:  @Legends_Podcast Kat: @ComicUno (twitter) Morgan:@Mojotastic (twitter/instagram) Amy: @Amy.Hypnarowski (instagram)

To help listeners get into the Holiday Spirit, the Legendary Ladies are traveling to Belgravia with Netflix's, uh, classic "The Princess Switch'. The hosts play Hallmark Christmas movie bingo, discuss whether or not chemistry can make or break a holiday film, and what role "the plot" plays in this kind of movie. Support Kat, Morgan, and Amy by subscribing to their Patreon to get exclusive access to after-show chats, extra episodes, and even a chance to advertise your own podcast, project, or company on the show! Find us: https://www.patreon.com/legendsoftomorrowpodcast Want to show your support another way? Leave us a five-star review on iTunes and Podchaser, and subscribe to our podcast on all the platforms! Comments or suggestions? Email us at thelegendspodcast@gmail.com. Find our hosts online: Twitter:  @Legends_Podcast Kat: @ComicUno (twitter) Morgan:@Mojotastic (twitter/instagram) Amy: @Amy.Hypnarowski (instagram)

The world of social media is ever changing - a vast landscape of reactions and response dictated by algorithms and advertisement. The Legendary Ladies look to chart that seemingly infinite wasteland. Amy, Kat, and Morgan gather to discuss the state of social media - what's popular, why it is, and where it's all going. The hosts discusses the advantages of certain platforms vs others, how different generations affect the landscape of social media, and whether or not twitter will survive its newest climate shift. Support Kat, Morgan, and Amy by subscribing to their Patreon to get exclusive access to after-show chats, extra episodes, and even a chance to advertise your own podcast, project, or company on the show! Find us: https://www.patreon.com/legendsoftomorrowpodcast Want to show your support another way? Leave us a five-star review on iTunes and Podchaser, and subscribe to our podcast on all the platforms! Comments or suggestions? Email us at thelegendspodcast@gmail.com. Find our hosts online: Twitter:  @Legends_Podcast Kat: @ComicUno (twitter) Morgan:@Mojotastic (twitter/instagram) Amy: @Amy.Hypnarowski (instagram)

Imagine being told you probably won't live past 16.  How would you choose to live your life? Our guest today faced that battle and beat the odds.  Take away: When you have the money, you get choose how you wanna spend your time. Action step: Do something first thing in the morning, like journaling or listening to a podcast or something, just to get your mindset on what your goals are for the day. How can you grow yourself, even if it's a small increment?  Money Learnings: Amy's parents were pretty transparent with kind of their financial situation and what their beliefs were. Bio: Amy Sylvis is the founder and principal of Sylvis Capital, a real estate firm that invests in large multifamily properties in emerging markets throughout the United States. Accredited and non-accredited investors appreciate investing alongside us to take advantage of not only our extensive experience but also our detailed research and exclusive relationships.   Sylvis Capital offers multifamily investment opportunities without the day to day hassles of owning real estate while generating strong returns.   Sylvis Capital currently has over 654 apartment units and $59M worth of assets under management.   Highlights from this episode:  The medicine that changed everything for Amy Amy discusses Emerging Markets The 5 freedoms Look around at the people you are going to be working with, do you want to be there? The reason why Amy chose real estate www.sylviscapital.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/amysylvis/ Richer Soul Life Beyond Money. You got rich, now what? Let's talk about your journey to more a purposeful, intentional, amazing life. Where are you going to go and how are you going to get there? Let's figure that out together. At the core is the financial well being to be able to do what you want, when you want, how you want. It's about personal freedom!   Thanks for listening! Show Sponsor: http://profitcomesfirst.com/ Schedule your free no obligation call: https://bookme.name/rockyl/lite/intro-appointment-15-minutes   If you like the show please leave a review on iTunes: http://bit.do/richersoul https://www.facebook.com/richersoul http://richersoul.com/ rocky@richersoul.com Some music provided by Junan from Junan Podcast Any financial advice is for educational purposes only and you should consult with an expert for your specific needs.

It's the final spooky pick of the season! The Legendary Ladies gather round the campfire to listen to Impact Winter, a dramatic audio program, as Amy's choice for their final spooky session. The hosts discuss this unique form of audio storytelling, delving into the difference between audio and visual storytelling as a medium. They also chat Vampires. As spooky season dictates. Support Kat, Morgan, and Amy by subscribing to their Patreon to get exclusive access to after-show chats, extra episodes, and even a chance to advertise your own podcast, project, or company on the show! Find us: https://patreon.com/legendsoftomorrowpodcast… Want to show your support another way? Leave us a five-star review on iTunes and Podchaser, and subscribe to our podcast on all the platforms! Comments or suggestions? Email us at thelegendspodcast@gmail.com. Find our hosts online: Twitter:  @Legends_Podcast Kat: @ComicUno (twitter) Morgan:@Mojotastic (twitter/instagram) Amy: @Amy.Hypnarowski (instagram)

The Legendary Ladies are back with Part II of their Spooky Sessions! This time, the hosts gather to discuss Morgan's pick - Hocus Pocus 2. Amy, Kat, and Morgan have very distinct opinions about the movie and the hosts wonder - does nostalgia about the original Hocus Pocus chance your perception of the sequel? And if it does - was their enough nostalgia to make it worth while? Tune in to find out what the Legendary Ladies thought! Support Kat, Morgan, and Amy by subscribing to their Patreon to get exclusive access to after-show chats, extra episodes, and even a chance to advertise your own podcast, project, or company on the show! Find us: https://patreon.com/legendsoftomorrowpodcast… Want to show your support another way? Leave us a five-star review on iTunes and Podchaser, and subscribe to our podcast on all the platforms! Comments or suggestions? Email us at thelegendspodcast@gmail.com. Find our hosts online: Twitter:  @Legends_Podcast Kat: @ComicUno (twitter) Morgan:@Mojotastic (twitter/instagram) Amy: @Amy.Hypnarowski (instagram)

Spooky season begins! The Legendary Ladies begin their Spooky Sessions for the Halloween season, and what better movie to celebrate than slasher classic Halloween! The girls watch John Carpenter's legendary horror classic Halloween, in preparation for the last chapter (with Jamie Leigh) Halloween Ends. Find out if Amy will be watching any more Halloween movies, what Kat likes best about the film, and all the fun facts Morgan learned while watching Netflix's The Movies That Made Us about Halloween. So get comfortable, put on a Captain Kirk mask and a jumpsuit, and settle in for the chilling tale of Halloween. Support Kat, Morgan, and Amy by subscribing to their Patreon to get exclusive access to after-show chats, extra episodes, and even a chance to advertise your own podcast, project, or company on the show! Find us: https://patreon.com/legendsoftomorrowpodcast… Want to show your support another way? Leave us a five-star review on iTunes and Podchaser, and subscribe to our podcast on all the platforms! Comments or suggestions? Email us at thelegendspodcast@gmail.com. Find our hosts online: Twitter:  @Legends_Podcast Kat: @ComicUno (twitter) Morgan:@Mojotastic (twitter/instagram) Amy: @Amy.Hypnarowski (instagram)

Today, Ali and JoDee sit down with Amy Cox, a former science teacher turned farm scientist who is also currently a candidate for the Ohio House of Representatives, District 40. Together, they'll discuss what it means to be a self described recovered teacher, the value teachers can bring to civil service, and the false narrative surrounding the teacher shortage. Connect with Amy:Amy's candidacy: www.voteamycox.comAmy's work: www.guidedbymushrooms.comConnect with Ali and JoDee:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/tgtrpodcast/

Follow-up is the name of the game, for Amy this is what makes or brake for an Agent. For this Agent Power HuddleAmy shares her process and plan on how she manages her Follow-up Plans for CRM she uses to Video Message technique you can use for your next follow-up campaign.

The Legendary Ladies are back to talk about the newest season of Harley Quinn! Amy, Kat, and Morgan talk about the development of Harley and Ivy's relationship - and dive into why it reminds them of [a less stabby] version of AvaLance. The hosts also chat about the introduction of Dick Grayson, the fantastic humor of the series, and whether or not this season lives up to the last two. Support Kat, Morgan, and Amy by subscribing to their Patreon to get exclusive access to after-show chats, extra episodes, and even a chance to advertise your own podcast, project, or company on the show! Find us: https://www.patreon.com/legendsoftomorrowpodcast  Want to show your support another way? Leave us a five-star review on iTunes and Podchaser, and subscribe to our podcast on all the platforms! Comments or suggestions? Email us at thelegendspodcast@gmail.com. Find our hosts online: Twitter: @Legends_Podcast Kat: @ComicUno (twitter) Morgan:@Mojotastic (twitter/instagram) Amy: @Amy.Hypnarowski (instagram) Check Out Kat's Kickstarter for The Dancer #1-3! https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/comicuno/the-dancer-1-3-a-psychological-martial-arts-thriller?ref=d9onbu

Raising capital for real estate is at some point what every investor must do. When you're buying your first rental property, you can easily use your cash savings or a conventional loan to close on the property. But, on your second, third, fourth, or one-hundredth deal, finding the money (or financing) to get the deal done may start to get a little difficult. So how do you come up with the money to buy more rental properties, house flips, or commercial real estate, WITHOUT asking your parents, grandma, or friends for cash?Amy Mahjoory has raised $20M from private money lenders, none of which are related to her (she makes sure of that). Think of Amy as a capital connector, getting to know as many existing, or potential, private money lenders as possible. We know what you're thinking, “private money lending sounds complicated, don't only big investors do that?” Think of a private money lender as anyone who has money, isn't doing much with it, and wants to make more of it.These lenders could be your taxi driver, your dentist, or maybe a friend of a friend. Private money is all around you, and if financing or cash reserves is what's stopping you from doing more deals, we urge you to take the four steps that Amy outlines today. There's a good chance you already know a private money lender!In This Episode We Cover:What is private money lending and why it's so different from traditional financingBuilding a reputation that'll turn a stranger into a trusted lender quicklyThe “four-second power pitch” that'll land you lenders immediatelyHow to make your lending process legit and the documentation needed to do soAddressing investor fear and how to make lenders feel confident in youThe key to open, honest, and powerful communication when talking to any potential lenderAnd So Much More!Links from the ShowBiggerPockets Youtube ChannelBiggerPockets ForumsBiggerPockets Pro MembershipBiggerPockets BookstoreBiggerPockets BootcampsBiggerPockets PodcastGet Your Ticket for BPCon 2022Listen to All Your Favorite BiggerPockets Podcasts in One PlaceLearn About Real Estate, The Housing Market, and Money Management with The BiggerPockets PodcastsGet More Deals Done with The BiggerPockets Investing ToolsFind a BiggerPockets Real Estate Meetup in Your Area“On The Market” YouTube ChannelDavid's BiggerPockets ProfileDavid's InstagramRob's BiggerPockets ProfileRob's YoutubeRob's InstagramRob's TikTokRob's TwitterAccess Brandon Turner's Free MasterclassHow to Find Private Money Lenders and Finance Your Deals10 Ways to Build a Reputation as Your Market's Premier Real Estate InvestorHard Money vs. Private MoneyBooks Mentioned in the ShowRaising Private Capital by Matt FairclothRich Dad Poor Dad by Robert KiyosakiConnect with Amy:Amy's WebsiteAmy's LinkedInAmy's InstagramClick here to check the full show notes: https://www.biggerpockets.com/blog/real-estate-635Interested in learning more about today's sponsors or becoming a BiggerPockets partner yourself? Check out our sponsor page!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Amy Anderson's 28-year marketing career led her to branch out and open her own small consulting firm, Wild Coffee Marketing.  She shares her entrepreneurial journey with other women, how she selected her business partner, tips for business branding, and marketing mistakes to avoid. Introducing Amy Anderson What problem do you solve? Maintaining engagement and a strong culture with distributed (remote) teams. What three questions do you answer? What is your approach to managing a distributed team? What is your philosophy about client management? What role does culture play in your company and why is it important? Show Notes: Amy's company started in 2016-2017 when people were starting to get used to working from home. They asked: How do you keep employees engaged? How do you create a culture of accountability? How to keep them motivated. You have to be intentional. You have to create systems and processes When you start to grow a company you need to think as a big company, not a small company. You have to consider things you will want in place as the company grows. Consider updating your processes as your company grows. Also, consider you may need to update them over time. You'll have team members with the strength to document processes. Utilize their strengths. Be sure to be repetitive to help remote team members absorb the information. Amy's company addresses their customers as partners to create the right culture. It helps them realize they are in it together. It helps them listen and really understand. They really ask their partners about their place in the marketplace to determine where they need to go. Creating a company culture within is important to be successful. There needs to be a higher purpose. They need to know their why. -- their mission and values Everything they do should move around this. They review goals and do a 90-day review. It is a discussion where they can openly talk. They rate their energy. If they are not at a 10 they try to determine why and what can change. Give feedback immediately. This gives an opportunity to redirect immediately.  Do truth with compassion. Approaching people with compassion and kindness gets the best work. Employees want to know their employer cares! If you're not always selling then you don't have a business. Always understand your finances. Bring in expertise. Amy Anderson's Recharge Round What habit do you think has led to success in your life? Absolute, unrelenting consistency. If you had one do-over, what would it be? Pricing services right and focusing on the value and having confidence going out into the market. Connect with Amy: Amy's website: www.wildcoffeemarketing.com LinkedIn Facebook Twitter Learn more about Gary's Mastermind group at goascend.biz/mastermind/ Get your Daily Dose of Positive at SimplePositiveActions.com

It's the most FANtastic episode of The Legends of Tomorrow Podcast ever! In this double sized, two hour special, the Legendary Ladies go live and invite fans to hop on the show and share their memories of Legends of Tomorrow. Amy, Kat, and Morgan say hello to some long time listeners and meet new fans who share why the series has meant so much to them. It's easily the most diverse, fan filled show the hosts have ever done, and the Legendary Ladies are so grateful for the support of this community. ----------- Support Kat, Morgan, and Amy by subscribing to their Patreon to get exclusive access to after-show chats, extra episodes, and even a chance to advertise your own podcast, project, or company on the show! Find us: https://patreon.com/legendsoftomorrowpodcast… Want to show your support another way? Leave us a five-star review on iTunes and Podchaser, and subscribe to our podcast on all the platforms! Comments or suggestions? Email us at thelegendspodcast@gmail.com. Find our hosts online: Twitter: @Legends_Podcast Kat: @ComicUno (twitter) Morgan:@Mojotastic (twitter/instagram) Amy: @Amy.Hypnarowski (instagram) Check out Kat's Kickstarter for Bisexual Enamel Pins: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/comicuno/bi-visibility-bisexual-enamel-pins?ref=creator_nav 

The Legends of Tomorrow may have been canceled, but we still have one final bit of new Legendary content to share! Morgan, Kat, and Amy are joined by Legendary Listener Pam (@meethepam) to talk about the Earth-Prime Issue #3 LEgends of Tomorrow tie-in comic. The hosts chat about how the voice of Legends comes out through the comic, whether or not book club is still on, and discuss the extra scene at the end that filled in some gaps about Booster Gold that would have… *sniff* … set up quite a fun Season 8. Find the Earth-Prime Issue #3, the Legends of Tomorrow comic tie-in, here: https://tinyurl.com/a8vcbz59 Want to share your thoughts on the series? The Legendary Ladies are hosting a Series Feedback episode --- and are looking for listeners to join when we record on May 12th at 9pm. Reach out to us at TheLegendsPodcast@gmail.com to be considered. We are also accepting written feedback that we will read on the podcast, but ask that all feedback be limited to something that can be read by the ladies in under 3 minutes, so we can include as much from our fans as possible. OH! PS, we have an instagram now! Follow @TheLegendaryLadies for some cool content! Eventually. ----------- Support Kat, Morgan, and Amy by subscribing to their Patreon to get exclusive access to after-show chats, extra episodes, and even a chance to advertise your own podcast, project, or company on the show! Find us: https://patreon.com/legendsoftomorrowpodcast… Want to show your support another way? Leave us a five-star review on iTunes and Podchaser, and subscribe to our podcast on all the platforms! Comments or suggestions? Email us at thelegendspodcast@gmail.com. Find our hosts online: Twitter: @Legends_Podcast Kat: @ComicUno (twitter) Morgan: @Mojotastic (twitter/instagram) Amy: @Amy.Hypnarowski (instagram)