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In this week's episode your host, Spiritual Medium & Intuitive Healer Jessica Meils welcomes Danielle Searancke also known as the Squamish Medium. Danielle's a Professional Spiritual Medium, Mentor, Educator, Indigenous Entrepreneur, founder of Spirit School and host of the Spirit School Podcast. Danielle is am passionate about inspiring others to burst through their self-imposed limitations and embrace their full potential. By tending to your human, soul, and spiritual development, we can all learn and grow in ways we never thought possible. It's her hope to be a role model for her children and students, showing them that perseverance and a willingness to learn can lead to success and fulfillment. Join Jess and Danielle as they discuss the Sacred Spirit Retreat, replenish and rest, the beauty in ritual and personal ceremony, how connecting with the land and earth keepers heals the soul, plus much more! CONNECT WITH DANIELLE: https://www.squamishmedium.com Spirit School Community: https://www.squamishmedium.com/freespiritschoolcommunity Spirit School Membership: https://www.squamishmedium.com/spiritschoolcollective Spirit School Retreats: https://www.squamishmedium.com/sacred-spirit-retreat Spirit School Podcast: https://www.squamishmedium.com/spiritschoolpodcast Thank you to all who left the podcast a review and kind words. Your support means the world to me. If you would like to support the show, please do so by subscribing, leave a 5 star review and share with a friend or loved one. STAY CONNECTED: Follow me on Instagram: @peoplecallmejess Work with me + Website: www.jessicameils.com TAGS: Spiritual Medium, Mediumship, Mediumship development, Psychic Medium, Psychic development, Psychic Reader, Intuitive Healing, Intuitive Healer, Self Development, Spiritual Development, Ancestral Healing, Womb Healing, Womb Shamanism, Death Doula, Lightworker, Shadow work, Astrology --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jessica-meils1/message

Sex is the focus of Part 5 in our “Journaling Your Way to Clarity” series, which follows the seven life themes from The Treasured Journal:  career, relationships, money, love, sex, family, and purpose. Because sex is such a broad topic, we'll narrow the scope to our relationship with pleasure and give special emphasis to the idea of worthiness. Do you believe you are worthy and deserving of the experiences you want to have?  Sex is an especially good topic for journaling because an honest, raw examination of worthiness requires an open and vulnerable conversation between you and you. As a lead-in to our discussion, I share the joy that I found when I put down the self-help books and work-related reading and instead took up a fictional journey where the details fly off the page and the characters come to life in my mind. I'm not reading the words so much as watching the story unfold! I also give a quick update on Life with Lucas. David and I are starting to find a rhythm, but these early days as the mother in a four-person family have been challenging, surprising, and joyful!  As you can see, pleasure can take many forms. I hope you'll join me for the guided writing exercises in this episode so that you can find the pleasure that you deserve. THE TREASURED JOURNAL - https://danielleireland.com/journal You don't have to use The Treasured Journal for these exercises. A plain pad of paper will do. But, the questions, prompts, and sentence stems in the journal—along with this series of podcasts—will help you examine the important themes in your life so that you can gain the type of clarity that comes from meaningful self-reflection. CONNECT WITH DANIELLE  I greatly appreciate your support and engagement in the Don't Cut Your Own Bangs community. Feel free to reach out with any questions, comments, or experiences you'd like to share. If you enjoyed this episode, please rate, review, and subscribe. Your feedback is invaluable.  Thank you for listening! CONNECT WITH DANIELLE Website: danielleireland.com Instagram: @danielleireland_LCSW Facebook: @danielleireland_LCSW    

Hello! Well, a lot has happened since we last connected. Let me bring you up to date. In January of this year, I decided to devote a series of podcast episodes to the seven life themes found in The Treasured Journal:  career, relationships, money, love, sex, family, and purpose. I recorded and published episodes on three of the seven themes and invited listeners to journal along with me.  The ideas and questions discussed in each podcast supplied listeners with guided exercises that helped them go deeper and explore the themes further. The “Journal Your Way to Clarity” series was going well, and then… I found out I was pregnant! Somehow, the excitement of the pregnancy, the need to make room for a fourth human in our house, and all the other planning activities commandeered my brain. So now, in October, after giving birth to our sweet baby boy and taking time off to focus on my family, I am ready to re-engage with the podcast and the “Journal Your Way to Clarity” series. I am so excited to be back and can't wait to get in front of the microphone again! To level set, I'm going to start by replaying the episodes that were published previously and then I'll be back with fresh content for the remaining themes.  In Part 1 of the series, I focus on career. People tend to have a lot of unconscious bias, complicated feelings, and self-identity wrapped up in their careers. So it's worth examining through journaling how we perceive its value and its effect on us. Journaling is one of the most powerful tools we have for gaining clarity and understanding. Whether you're experienced at journaling or brand new to it, I encourage you to take advantage of these guided exercises to explore the seven themes in your life.   You can get a copy of THE TREASURED JOURNAL here: https://danielleireland.com/journal It's not essential that you use The Treasured Journal for these exercises—a plain pad of paper and pen will do. But, along with this series of podcasts, the questions, prompts, and sentence stems in the journal will help you move past the blank page and gain the type of clarity that comes from meaningful self-reflection. Thank you for listening to the Don't Cut Your Own Bangs podcast. This episode originally aired as #115 on January 23, 2023. BOOKS MENTIONED The Myth of Normal by Gabor Maté, MD with Daniel Maté - https://www.amazon.com/Myth-Normal-Illness-Healing-Culture/dp/0593083881 Rest is Resistance by Tricia Hersey - https://thenapministry.com Spare by Prince Harry - https://www.amazon.com/Spare-Prince-Harry-Duke-Sussex/dp/0593593804 CONNECT WITH DANIELLE  Website: danielleireland.com Instagram: @danielleireland_LCSW Facebook: @danielleireland_LCSW

Today on the Peaceful Worldschooling Podcast, I have the privilege and honor of introducing you to DANIELLE BETTMANN. Danielle is has her bachelor's in Child Development + Education from Birth-Grade 3 with teaching certification. She taught Head Start, Early Head Start and was a home visitor for Save the Children for a program called Early Steps to School Success. She was also an in-home childcare provider alongside a colleague for a little while before leading a large mom's group. She's certified as a Positive Discipline parent educator and has been working directly with parents locally and virtually now for 4 years with her own company. Her daughters are 10 and 9-years-old, and her 2nd daughter is as strong-willed as they come! Danielle is the owner & parenting coach of Wholeheartedly. She helps families with a strong-willed tiny human find more sanity + solutions and get on the same page! Through group or 1:1 coaching, she helps extend your patience, master Positive Discipline tools and write your Family Business Plan. She's also the host of the Failing Motherhood podcast, working to normalize the struggle and share vulnerable stories of feeling like a "failure", reminding you that YOU are the mom your kids need. 1:30 - Can you share a little about you, your family, and your story?5:10 - How did you know that you wanted to be a gentle parent?9:09 - Does punishing a child really "work"?11:14 - How do we know if a discipline measure is working?15:00 - How are your two daughters' personalities different?20:40 - How do you parent a strong-willed child differently?26:30 - How do you view "authority" as a gentle parent?30:15 - How is gentle parenting different than permissive parenting?29:00 - How can I disappear problems in parenting with ONE word?39:00 - What do you do when you fail to be the kind of parent that you want?41:40 - Is there every a time when you believe that positive discipline will not work? Thank you so much for joining us for the Peaceful Worldschooling Podcast. I hope that this episode was a blessing for you and your family. New episodes are released every Tuesday. Be sure to subscribe so that you will not miss out on a single episode! If you would like to support me and my work, please share this episode with your friends and family and consider donating at the links in the description. You can also donate on my website: www.peacefulworldschoolers.com. I hope your day is as wonderful as you are, and I will see you next Tuesday!***CONNECT WITH DANIELLE***www.parentingwholeheartedly.comCalm your BIG Emotions Workbook *FREEBIE* – www.parentingwholeheartedly.com/emotionsFollow me on www.Instagram.com/parent_wholeheartedlyFailing Motherhood Podcast: https://failingmotherhood.buzzsprout.com/FREE 1-hr masterclass: CHAOS TO CALM - www.parentingwholeheartedly.com/masterclass ***CONNECT WITH ANGELA***www.peacefulworldschoolers.comwww.paxacademy.orgFacebook: www.facebook.com/PeacefulWorldschoolersInstagram: @PeacefulWorldschoolerYouTube: www.youtube.com/c/PeacefulWorldschoolersRumble: https://rumble.com/register/PeacefulWorldschoolers/ TikTok: @peacefulworldschoolerTwitter: @ajharders***DONATE TO SUPPORT ANGELA***CashApp: $ajhardersVenmo: @Angela-Harders***SHARE THE PODCAST***Anchor Spotify: https://anchor.fm/peaceful-worldschoolersApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/peaceful-worldschoolers/id1588667565***BE A GUEST ON THE PODCAST***If you would like to be a guest on the Peaceful Worldschooling Podcast, sign up here: https://calendly.com/paxministriespma/peaceful-worldschooling-podcastIntro Music "Inspirational Background" by AudioCoffeeOutro Music "Wings of Liberty" By: EvgenyBardyuzha

When doing the emotional work toward healing and recovery, you will at times wonder whether you're on the right path. Eventually and inevitably, you'll ask how you will know when you are “done” or healed. This is an important question, so I want to revisit a discussion that explores what it means to heal, how we can identify areas that need attention, and how we can gauge our progress. I delve into how our bodies can help us pinpoint areas that need healing as well as the nuances that differentiate being triggered from feeling activated. The level of activation we feel with painful emotions—anger, grief, worry, frustration, and sadness—can tell us a lot about where we are on our journey. The less these emotions consume us, the more healed we become. One useful way to gauge our level of activation is through journaling about our relationships, memories, and experiences. If you've tried journaling, but find yourself getting stuck—not knowing what to write or having trouble going deep—I invite you to get a copy of the Treasured Journal. The Treasured Journal includes questions, prompts, and sentence stems that will help you open up so that you can realize the benefits of journaling. Get the journal and its companion meditation guide at this link: THE TREASURED JOURNAL - https://danielleireland.com/journal Please feel free to reach out to me with any questions, comments, or experiences that you want to share. I would love to hear from you! If you liked this episode, please rate, review, and subscribe. Your feedback helps me increase the value of this podcast and makes it easier for new listeners to find us.  Thank you for listening! This episode originally aired as #52 on June 24, 2020.  CONNECT WITH DANIELLE  Website: danielleireland.com  Instagram: @danielleireland_LCSW Facebook: @danielleireland_LCSW  

In the second part of their discussion, Danielle and Lindsay Boccardo share stories of formative experiences that have influenced who they are and how they think today.  While Lindsay faced challenges as the youngest person in the room during her early career and worried that she didn't belong, Danielle felt like an outlier as one of the oldest people in her graduate program. But we learn that, with the right mindset, unique or unusual qualities can actually work in your favor.   Lindsay also emphasizes the value of adopting confidence from others and how it can help you push past fear and hesitation until that confidence becomes your own. And, she shares how the doors of communication can swing wide open when you reflect back to others how they show up for you. It's a really fun and smart discussion between two friends who personify support and connection.  Listen to Part 1- https://dontcutyourownbangs.libsyn.com/128-danielle-x-lindsay-boccardo-pt-1-re-post +++++++++++++ REFERENCES Lindsay Boccardo - https://www.lindsayboccardo.com/ Cafe Patachou - https://www.cafepatachou.com/ Brené Brown - https://brenebrown.com/ Glennon Doyle - https://momastery.com/ +++++++++++++++++ Journaling can be a life-changing tool. Grab a pen and put your thoughts on paper—you might be amazed by how much it helps. But, if you're having trouble getting started or sorting out your thoughts, consider getting a copy of the Treasured Journal. The Treasured Journal includes questions, prompts, and sentence stems to help you make sense of what you're feeling. You can get the journal and its companion meditation guide at this link: THE TREASURED JOURNAL - https://danielleireland.com/journal Thank you for listening. Please feel free to reach out with any questions, comments, or experiences you want to share. I would love to hear from you! If you liked this episode, please rate, review, and subscribe. Your feedback helps increase the value of this program and makes it easier for others to find us.  This episode was originally published as #21 on August 9, 2019.    CONNECT WITH DANIELLE  Website: danielleireland.com  Instagram: @danielleireland_LCSW Facebook: @danielleireland_LCSW  

Congrats! You've arrived at the 3rd step in the change process. You've done the work. You know that moving forward with your decision is the right thing for you, even though there are no guarantees. But now, when imagining what could lie ahead, your thoughts become your worst enemy. You feel tense, uncomfortable, and even fearful. There is a wall of emotions—a wall of anxiety—between you and what you want. You need to find a way to the other side.   To achieve that, I invite you to grab a pen and paper or a whiteboard and join me for a fantastic exercise that will help you put your fears and risks in a tangible form. From there, you can develop action plans for different scenarios that could result from the change.  I love this exercise. It's a great way to right-size your stress, find clarity on what's holding you back, and gain the control you need to move forward. Be sure to tune in next time for the final part of this series. +++++++++++++++ Thank you for listening! Please feel free to contact me with any questions, comments, or experiences you want to share. I would love to hear from you! If you liked this episode, please rate, review, and subscribe. Your feedback helps me increase the value of the program for you and makes it easier for other listeners to find us.  +++++++++++++ Journaling can be a game-changing tool. Just grab a pen and put your thoughts on paper. You might be amazed by how much it helps. But, if you still struggle with sorting out your thoughts and feelings, consider getting a copy of the Treasured Journal. The Treasured Journal includes questions, prompts, and sentence stems that will help you make sense of what you're feeling. Get the journal and its companion meditation guide at this link: THE TREASURED JOURNAL - https://danielleireland.com/journal Thank you! CONNECT WITH DANIELLE  Website: danielleireland.com  Instagram: @danielleireland_LCSW Facebook: @danielleireland_LCSW

The desire for guarantees is a theme I see a lot in my practice. People realize that change is needed, but the thought of putting the change and themselves “out there” can be scary.   We feel reluctance to express our needs because we fear what others will think about us. So, it's no wonder we want a guarantee that we will be met with approval and acceptance. But, of course, there are no guarantees when it comes to the way others will react. It's time we reframe our fear and think differently about risk. After all, we have the right to express our feelings, needs, and preferences without worrying about what others will think. Thank you for listening. Be sure to tune in next time to learn about breaking through the “wall of anxiety” so that you can move forward with confidence. Feel free to contact me with any questions, comments, or experiences you want to share. I would love to hear from you! Please rate, review, and subscribe if you like this podcast. Your feedback helps me increase the value of the program and makes it easier for other listeners to find us.  +++++++++++++ Check out my conversation with Lindsay Boccardo in episodes 20-21 of “Don't Cut Your Own Bangs” from August 2019 and learn more about Lindsay at https://www.lindsayboccardo.com/about.html. +++++++++++++ Journaling can be a game-changing process. Just grab a pen and put your thoughts on paper. You might be amazed by how much it helps. But, if you continue to have trouble sorting out your thoughts, consider getting a copy of the Treasured Journal. The Treasured Journal includes questions, prompts, and sentence stems that will help you make sense of what you're feeling. Get the journal and its companion meditation guide at this link: THE TREASURED JOURNAL - https://danielleireland.com/journal Thank you! CONNECT WITH DANIELLE  Website: danielleireland.com  Instagram: @danielleireland_LCSW Facebook: @danielleireland_LCSW

**This episode contains a special announcement you won't want to miss!** Okay, you've done the work. Searched for answers. Gained some insight. You have clarity on how you feel and what you want. You're ready for the next steps. So… what now?  This episode kicks off a four-part series that looks at how to move through the emotions that come with big decisions. In part 1, Danielle talks about the benefits of sitting with a decision for a while instead of launching into action right away.  Embodying a decision gives your nervous system a chance to catch up. By listening to how your body is responding, you can gain an even deeper understanding of your true feelings and desires. Embodying a decision enables you to move forward from a place of internal motivation and empowerment—and with greater confidence. In part 2 of our series, Danielle explores the desire for guarantees in decision-making and delves into the art of trusting ourselves. Be sure to tune in! Thank you for listening!  Please feel free to reach out to me with any questions, comments, or experiences that you want to share. I would love to hear from you! If you liked this episode, please rate, review, and subscribe. Your feedback helps me increase the value of the program for you and makes it easier for other listeners to find us.  ++++++++++ For many of us, journaling is a game-changing tool that helps us gain the clarity we need. If you haven't tried it, just grab a pen and put your thoughts on paper. You might be amazed at the results! But, if you need some extra help sorting out your thoughts and feelings, consider getting a copy of the Treasured Journal. The Treasured Journal includes questions, prompts, and sentence stems that will help you open up so that you can make sense of what you're feeling. You can get the journal and its companion meditation guide at this link: THE TREASURED JOURNAL - https://danielleireland.com/journal CONNECT WITH DANIELLE  Website: danielleireland.com  Instagram: @danielleireland_LCSW Facebook: @danielleireland_LCSW  

In episode #144, Danielle shares her personal story of loss. Danielle experienced the miscarriage of her first pregnancy at home, around 9 weeks gestation. She found out (years later) that her loss was related to a blighted ovum, and since this time in 2016 she has experienced several other setbacks including a burst cyst and fibroids. Based on her wants and needs following her miscarriage, Danielle founded Tiny Hearts Remembered - a nonprofit organization with the mission of decreasing the negative effects of pregnancy loss. We discuss the importance of education, support, and advocacy related to pregnancy loss, as well as how the medical response to miscarriage can create feelings of loneliness and confusion. Topics Discussed: loss of first pregnancy, high HCG levels, spotting, pain in early pregnancy, miscarriage at home, blighted ovum, nightmares, March of Dimes, LEEP procedure (Loop electrosurgical excision procedure), burst cyst, fibroids, memorializing miscarriage ‌ CONNECT WITH DANIELLE - www.tinyheartsrememberedinc.org instagram.com/tinyheartsrememberedinc https://www.facebook.com/TinyHeartsRememberedInc Tiny Hearts Remembered has a Facebook group and hosts a support group once/month. https://www.facebook.com/groups/2063146947143423 ‌ MISCARRIAGE HOPE DESK RESOURCES- Miscarriage Hope Desk aims to help women struggling miscarriage, pregnancy loss and recurrent miscarriages (RPL), by providing the following resources- Library of Articles, found here- https://miscarriagehopedesk.com/library/understanding-why/ Instagram Community- https://instagram.com/miscarriagehopedesk Facebook Community- https://www.facebook.com/groups/1617075958466247/ Free Miscarriage Lab Checklist- https://miscarriagehopedesk.com/labs Free Weekly Newsletter- http://miscarriagehopedesk.com/newsletter FREE MEAL PLANS Do you need help getting healthy, tasty meals on the table? Check out our sponsor Prep Dish, PrepDish.com/mhd to get 2 weeks FREE! SHOW NOTES- https://miscarriagehopedesk.com/podcast/ Get a FREE Miscarriage Lab Testing Checklist- http://MiscarriageHopeDesk.com/labs

I am thrilled to talk again with Casey Jourdan, a growth coach, Iraq War veteran, and Purple Heart recipient. With a Master's in Mental Health and personal experience with ADHD, autism, and traumatic brain injury, she helps neurodivergent folks figure out their version of success and how to achieve it. But, as it turns out, her advice is also valuable for the more neurotypical among us.   Casey first joined me on episode 36 of this podcast in early March 2020. You can find that discussion here - https://dontcutyourownbangs.libsyn.com/36-danielle-ireland-x-casey-jordan. Since then, there have been a number of changes in Casey's life and we use this opportunity to get caught up.    We discuss what the pandemic revealed and examine why some mental health diagnoses aren't made until later in life, especially for women and people of color. We also spend time talking about the importance of rest, including how to carve out time and space for yourself. Casey's recent TikTok video on the topic went viral because who doesn't have a need for more and better rest?!    Casey knows firsthand the value of being intentional in your life choices. She helps folks heal their past, reframe their present, and find their new path forward. If you're ready to take the road less traveled, Casey is ready to help.   CONNECT WITH CASEY   Website - https://caseyjourdan.com/hello/ TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@caseyjourdan Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/caseyjourdan/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/pursuitofevolution/   BOOKS MENTIONED   “Rest is Resistance” by Tricia Hersey - https://thenapministry.com/ “Come As You Are” by Emily Nagoski, Ph.D. - https://www.emilynagoski.com/home “The Myth of Normal” by Gabor Maté - https://drgabormate.com/book/ “The Sleep Revolution” by Arianna Huffington - https://www.goodreads.com/en/book/show/25893700   THE TREASURED JOURNAL   Journaling can be a helpful tool to have along whatever your journey. A plain pad of paper and pen will do or you can make use of the prompts, questions, and sentence stems you'll find in the Treasured Journal. Whether you use the journal on its own or pair it with the Meditation Series, these tools will help you open up and get your thoughts flowing. You'll find the journal and its companion guide at this link - https://danielleireland.com/journal   CONNECT WITH DANIELLE    Thank you for listening to the podcast. Feel free to reach out with questions, comments, or experiences that you want to share. I would love to hear from you! If you liked this episode, please rate, review, and subscribe. Your feedback helps me increase the value of the program for you and makes it easier for other listeners to find us.    Website: danielleireland.com  Instagram: @danielleireland_LCSW Facebook: @danielleireland_LCSW

Note: For those who have kiddos within earshot, this is a podcast for adults. It contains themes and language that may not be suitable for children.     Hello! I lovingly call this fourth stage of change, “embracing the suck.” The truth is, change is hard. To be challenged—to stretch and grow and evolve—is something so many of us long for. But, when we hit resistance, we want to back up and shut down. Our brain kicks in and suddenly we don't feel safe. It's uncomfortable. It's hard.   We know that change stems from desire and the greater the desire:   The higher the stakes The more we have to lose The more vulnerable we feel if it doesn't work out   Embracing the suck doesn't mean that every step along the way will be a painful one. It means that even when it's hard, even when you doubt yourself, you can move forward anyway. Waiting to feel comfortable before you start may mean you're waiting a very long time. Don't wait. You're worth it. And what you desire most may be just on the other side of this last step.    Thank you for listening to my four-part series on change. If you're trying to put these ideas into practice, but you're feeling so much discomfort that you want to stop, consider journaling. A plain pad of paper and pen will do, or you can use the Treasured Journal, which includes questions, prompts, and sentence stems to help you open up and express your thoughts. You can get the journal and its companion meditation guide at this link:   THE TREASURED JOURNAL - https://danielleireland.com/journal   Feel free to contact me with questions, comments, or experiences that you want to share. I would love to hear from you! If you liked this episode, please rate, review, and subscribe. Your feedback helps me increase the value of the program for you and makes it easier for other listeners to find us.    CONNECT WITH DANIELLE    Website: danielleireland.com  Instagram: @danielleireland_LCSW Facebook: @danielleireland_LCSW  

My guest, Ashlyn Thompson, is the co-founder of Charlotte's Hope Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to supporting, encouraging, and educating parents and caregivers of children facing difficult health challenges. Ashlyn, and co-founder Emily Whiting, have daughters with rare medical complexities. By sharing their stories, they hope to connect other parents and caregivers with valuable resources and the understanding that they are not alone. In short, they think of the foundation as providing a lighthouse in the storm. Our discussion covers a range of topics: Understanding advocacy  Managing white coat syndrome Turning pain into purpose  Dealing with trauma  Sitting with the pain Leading with love Defining and introducing hope Enjoying dark chocolate Ashlyn and Emily created the Charlotte's Hope Foundation to provide the type of support that was not available to them. As Ashlyn says, everyone knows someone. So, please, share this important discussion with others who could find value here. CONNECT WITH ASHLYN AND THE FOUNDATION Website: Charlotte's Hope Foundation  Podcast: Empowered by Hope   Book: She is Charlotte by Emily K. Whiting Facebook  Instagram   As always, thank you for listening. Feel free to reach out with questions, comments, or experiences that you want to share. If you liked this episode, please rate, review, and subscribe to the podcast. Your feedback helps me increase the value of the program for you and makes it easier for other listeners to find us.  THE TREASURED JOURNAL - https://danielleireland.com/journal CONNECT WITH DANIELLE  Website: danielleireland.com Instagram: @danielleireland_LCSW Facebook: @danielleireland_LCSW The “Don't Cut Your Own Bangs” podcast is edited by Marilou Marosz.

This throwback episode from October 2019 features two of my favorite people on the planet, my dear friends Sarah Kleinknecht & Marie Demolein. Trust me when I tell you, these women are worth your time.  Sarah and Marie are living amazing lives. They both approach life in a way that honors the lessons of the past while building an intentional future. Their stories are full of risk and reward and challenge and magic. Sarah and Marie are truly inspiring. Based in Los Angeles, Sarah is a private personal chef, nutritionist, natural beauty expert, BIG laugher, hard worker, and dedicated friend. Marie makes her home in Sao Paulo, Brazil. She is a restaurant owner, mother of a young boy, skincare and beauty expert, and dedicated friend...Oh! and did I mention she speaks four languages?  As it is with good friends, our discussion shifts from serious conversation to raucous laughter and back again. Sarah and Marie share two of the funniest “don't cut your own bangs” moments, but we cover more thoughtful topics as well: Taking risks  Being forced to rethink your entire life  Asking for support… and accountability Regretting the road not taken Finding happiness where you are   Get ready to learn, laugh, and fall in love with Sarah and Marie. I enjoyed every second of this conversation, and I know you will, too. If you'd like to connect with Sarah, you can find her on Instagram @activepalate. Thank you for listening to the Don't Cut Your Own Bangs podcast. As always, feel free to reach out with questions, comments, or experiences that you want to share. If you liked this episode, please rate, review, and subscribe to the podcast. Your feedback helps me increase the value of the program for you and makes it easier for other listeners to find us.    THE TREASURED JOURNAL - https://danielleireland.com/journal   CONNECT WITH DANIELLE  Website: danielleireland.com Instagram: @danielleireland_LCSW Facebook: @danielleireland_LCSW  

And the importance of breathwork. Please help me welcoming my very first guest, THE Face yoga expert, best selling author, with over 17 years experience, teaching millions natural techniques to lift the face and boost wellbeing. Learn tips on how to navigate your business as a woman, as a partner and as a mother. The Goal Getter Roadmap is waiting for you! Build your OWN logical framework enhanced with spiritual tools for under $100 Danielle's links: Soul Purpose Business, her website and her podcast

There's a huge misconception that acne just affects teenagers and once we hit adulthood, our skin magically clears up. Kayleigh Christina and Danielle Gronich, co-founders of CLEARSTEM, both know from personal and professional experience that that's not the case. We dive into a few key reasons why adults struggle with breakouts, the connection between diet and acne, and how to practice good anti-acne and anti-aging habits. They share the science behind the solutions they offer so that people struggling with acne can heal from within and get to the root cause of their symptoms. Kayleigh and Danielle also highlight some of their favorite products, treatments, and skincare gadgets.  IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: Common lifestyle changes that happen in your late 20s and early 30s that can actually start the acne cycle Sneaky places that dairy is hiding in your diet, including protein powders and bars  Ingredients to look out for, especially when shopping for sunscreen and moisturizers  How using CLEARSTEM supplements can help train the body to be less acne prone  Danielle's 5-minute hack to instantly glowy skin  How they developed the CLEARSTEM tool that stops you from picking at your skin RESOURCES Use code ItsGillean for 15% off your order at https://clearstemskincare.com (clearstemskincare.com)  https://facerealityskincare.com (Face Reality Skincare )   https://clearstemskincare.com/products/sunnyside (SUNNYSIDE brush-on mineral sunscreen)  https://clearstemskincare.com/products/diamond-buff (DIAMOND BUFF™ At-Home Microdermabrasion Tool) https://clearstemskincare.com/products/pregame (PREGAME Face Mask x Jess Clarke)   CONNECT WITH DANIELLE & KAYLEIGH Follow CLEARSTEM: https://www.instagram.com/clearstemskincare/?hl=en (@clearstemskincare) Shop CLEARSTEM: https://clearstemskincare.com (clearstemskincare.com) Follow Danielle: https://www.instagram.com/danielle.the.acne.guru/?hl=en (@danielle.the.acne.guru) Follow Kayleigh: https://www.instagram.com/kayleigh.christina/?hl=en (@kayleigh.christina) CONNECT WITH GILLEAN Follow Gillean: https://www.instagram.com/itsgillean/ (@itsgillean) Follow What's For Dinner Club: https://www.instagram.com/whatsfordinnerclub.official/ (@whatsfordinnerclub.official) Let's TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@itsgillean (@itsgillean) Text FREE to (866) 551-1989 to try What's For Dinner Club https://millennialnutrition.com/ (Learn more) about Gillean https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/its-gillean/id1638798275?l=en (Listen) to more episodes of It's Gillean

Danielle Canty, co-founder of bossbabe, joins me on the show today to discuss what burnout is and how to combat it. Burnout is something that so many people, especially entrepreneurs, suffer from, but we don't have to accept it and suffer the effects.    We dive into the two main reasons behind burnout, why it's so important to get out of your routine, and our go-to tools for tapping into the power that you have within you to create change in your life. We're inviting you to take a look at what you're committing to, what you're saying no to, and where you're making choices that truly recharge your soul. Make sure you tag us on Instagram and let us know your biggest takeaways from this conversation!    IN THIS EPISODE, WE TALK ABOUT: Our recent experiences with burnout and how we're working on getting out of that funk Recognizing the responsibility that you have to yourself and the people around you to practice self-care  The difference between resting and recharging Amazing business results that we've noticed from taking time to reconnect with our communities  A few questions that you can ask yourself if you think you're experiencing burnout    RESOURCES Sign up for The Spritz newsletter at litepink.com! Text DAILY to 310-496-8363 for daily manifesting affirmations and journal prompts.    CONNECT WITH DANIELLE  Follow Danielle: @daniellecanty  Follow bossbabe: @bossbabe.inc  Listen to the bossbabe podcast   CONNECT WITH LORI Follow me: @loriharder Follow Lite Pink: @drinklitepink Follow Earn Your Happy: @earnyourhappy Follow Girlfriends & Business: @girlfriendsandbusiness Listen to Girlfriends & Business

Danielle Paige is an International Spiritual Teacher, Soul Astrologer, Host of Cosmic Body Podcast and Founder of Purposely Divine: School For Your Soul and Astrology Mystery School. A self-taught astrologer, who's been reading the stars for lifetimes, she continued her studies with some of the world's top astrologers. She then devoted herself to learning different types of healing to create her own style of spiritual medicine. By fusing astrology, energetic healing, and intuition, she is able to help her clients heal their wounds, clear old patterns, and help them come back home to their heart. Connect With Danielle: https://www.instagram.com/iamdaniellepaige/ (Website) https://www.instagram.com/iamdaniellepaige/ (Instagram) RESOURCES For more information on Elemental: 7-Day Men's Retreat on the Big Island of Hawaii, https://www.instagram.com/iamdaniellepaige/ (click here)

Hello Beautiful People! Welcome to another episode of the HerJourney2Self Podcast. Today I had the honor of speaking with Danielle Nicole Johnson, a worship leader, and songwriter. Tune in to learn why we are all worshipers and the responsibility of your purpose. Connect With Danielle! On Instagram https://www.instagram.com/daniellenicolejohnson_/ https://www.instagram.com/worshipinmycity/ Join Me On Instagram @thetamarajmorris https://www.instagram.com/thetamarajmorris/ HerJourney2Self Podcast @HerJourney2Self https://www.instagram.com/herjourney2self/ Read The Blog! www.tamarajmorris.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/herjourney2self/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/herjourney2self/support

On the day this episode is releasing, it's my birthday! I'm the big 2-6 meaning I can now rent a car without paying extra AND I lose my amazing insurance… WHOO HOO! Just kidding, obviously. Real talk- birthdays aren't always what they're cracked up to be.    On this episode we talk: ✨ Are my birthdays “cursed”? ✨ Can anxiety and depression really be linked to our birthday? ✨ How to creatively process your birthday! ✨ Respecting the individual, we're all different! ✨ Communicating our desires to set ourselves up for the best possible day.   GRAB YOUR FREE BIRTHDAY TIMELINE HERE: https://damrellcreativeco.ck.page/freebirthdaytimeline   If anything we talked about in this episode connected with you, I would love to hear about it! Please leave a ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ review so I can see it! ALSO, share it with someone else! Sharing is caring, you know…    Seriously though, thanks for listening!    CONNECT WITH DANIELLE!   Direct Website: www.damrellcreativeco.com Danielle's Personal Instagram: @danielledamrell Creative Collective Instagram: @DamrellCreativeCollective Creative Collective Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/damrellcreativeco   Join the Created Worthy Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/createdworthycommunity/ To inquire about becoming a leader and admin to help build and strengthen this community, please email me at:  Danielle@damrellcreativeco.com   If you feel called to help support the mission of this show, there's a few easy ways that you can help!  

On this episode, I sit down with my husband again, Gary Damrell to discuss some of the limiting factors to our relationship. Join us in part 2 of 2 as we talk about Gary's personal journey to becoming a God-fearing man, a first time daddy, and a husband. We also discuss our 14-year age difference and how we navigate the natural challenges that come along with that, as best we can. There were lots of limitations at the beginning that nearly made our relationship seem like an impossible feat, but nonetheless, we overcame. We share our challenges, hopes, and things we're looking forward to despite the fears we sometimes face.   If anything we talked about in this episode connected with you in any a positive way, I would love to hear about it! Please leave a ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ review so I can see it! ALSO, share it with someone else! Sharing is caring, you know…    Seriously though, thanks for listening!    CONNECT WITH DANIELLE!   Direct Website: www.damrellcreativeco.com Danielle's Personal Instagram: @danielledamrell Creative Collective Instagram: @DamrellCreativeCollective Creative Collective Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/damrellcreativeco   Join the Created Worthy Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/createdworthycommunity/ To inquire about becoming a leader and admin to help build and strengthen this community, please email me at:  Danielle@damrellcreativeco.com   If you feel called to help support the mission of this show, there's a few easy ways that you can help!  

On this episode, I sit down with my better half and lifetime bestie, Gary Damrell (aka- my husband). Join us in part 1 of 2 as we talk about our relationship story and hear my husband's version of events. There were lots of limitations at the beginning that nearly made our relationship seem like an impossible feat, but nonetheless, we overcame. This conversation was hard, raw, and pretty uncomfortable for my introverted, enneagram 9 husband, but I am so proud of him for sitting down with me to talk through our journey. If anything we talked about in this episode connected with you in any a positive way, I would love to hear about it! Please leave a someone else! Sharing is caring, you know... Seriously though, thanks for listening! CONNECT WITH DANIELLE! review so I can see it! ALSO, share it with Direct Website: www.damrellcreativeco.com Danielle's Personal Instagram: @danielledamrell Creative Collective Instagram: @DamrellCreativeCollective Creative Collective Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/damrellcreativeco Join the Created Worthy Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/createdworthycommunity/ To inquire about becoming a leader and admin to help build and strengthen this community, please email me at: Danielle@damrellcreativeco.com If you feel called to help support the mission of this show, there's a few easy ways that you can help! You can directly support the Created Worthy Podcast on Patreon for exclusive content and other cool stuff as the show develops! I will admit, there not much right now but I promise that if there become a community to serve on that platform, I will deliver! Patreon If you would like to financially support our family as we navigate the uncharted (and un-insurace-covered) waters of fertility treatments we have PayPal and Venmo (@Danielle-Damrell) and all the other ones as well, just send me an email if you would like to help! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

On this episode, I answer some listener questions and fulfill my promise to always "keep it real" in this show. I was thoroughly impressed by the thoughtfulness of the questions and ended up talking through some of what I've found to be essential tools of processing, including therapy, creative processing methods, and working through the waves of unworthiness and anxiety.   Topic Include:  ✨ Activities I recommend for deep v. light creative processing ✨ What I do when I feel "less than worthy" ✨ My podcast organization process ✨ How the Dr. Phil experience impacted my life ✨ Why CHAOS can feel better than stability   Make sure to check out https://damrellcreativeco.com/pages/links to find recommendations for my favorite craft and creative processing supplies!   If anything I talked about in this episode connected with you in any a positive way, I would love to hear about it! Please leave a ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ review so I can see it! ALSO, share it with someone else! Sharing is caring, you know…    Seriously though, thanks for listening!    CONNECT WITH DANIELLE!   Direct Website: www.damrellcreativeco.com Danielle's Personal Instagram: @danielledamrell Creative Collective Instagram: @DamrellCreativeCollective Creative Collective Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/damrellcreativeco   Join the Created Worthy Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/createdworthycommunity/ To inquire about becoming a leader and admin to help build and strengthen this community, please email me at:  Danielle@damrellcreativeco.com   If you feel called to help support the mission of this show, there's a few easy ways that you can help!  

On this solo episode, I dive into something that I am currently CHOOSING to do- a social media break. I have learned so much in just the last 2 weeks of taking an INTENTIONAL break from social media, and I have some tips and tricks to help you decide if this is something that might benefit YOU!    Topics Include:  ✨ The Signs You Need a Break ✨ How to Actually Take the Break ✨ Prioritizing Your Life, Family, and Mental Health ✨ Overcoming FOMO ✨ Coming Back Stronger Than Ever   If anything I talked about in this episode connected with you in any a positive way, I would love to hear about it! Please leave a ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ review so I can see it! ALSO, share it with someone else! Sharing is caring, you know…    Seriously though, thanks for listening!    CONNECT WITH DANIELLE!   Direct Website: www.damrellcreativeco.com Danielle's Personal Instagram: @danielledamrell Danielle Damrell Creative Collective Instagram: @DamrellCreativeCollective Collective Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/damrellcreativeco   Join the Created Worthy Facebook Community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/createdworthycommunity/ To inquire about becoming a leader of this community, please email me at:  Danielle@damrellcreativeco.com   NO PRESSURE - but, if you feel called to join my family and I on our journey, there's a few easy ways that you could help:  

On this episode of Love That, Danielle Janae and husband, Connor Burek reflect on their first year of marriage in honor of their anniversary. It's a feel good episode with lots of laughter and fun. You will love. CONNECT WITH DANIELLE: @daniellejanaae @lovethat.podcast Thank you for reviewing and rating the show! It is the best and easiest way to support the podcast.

On this episode, Danielle talks with event planner Jamie Davelaar. They talk all things pandemic events, celebrating everything and romanticizing your life. They even talk a little bit about Danielle's experience getting married in a pandemic.    CONNECT WITH JAMIE: @westcoastgatherco @jamiedav_   CONNECT WITH DANIELLE: @daniellejanaae @lovethat.podcast   Thank you for reviewing and rating the show! It is the best and easiest way to support the podcast.

On this episode, Danielle Janae talks to anti-diet dietician, Mya Kwon. Mya Kwon is a Registered Dietician who takes a weight-inclusive, anti-diet approach to her practice. Danielle and Mya talk all about what it means to be anti-diet, how to start with intuitive eating, and debunking popular diet trends. They even answer some listener questions. You'll be shocked when you hear about the lemon water.   CONNECT WITH MYA: @foodbody.peace Foodbodypeace.com   CONNECT WITH DANIELLE: @daniellejanaae @lovethat.podcast   Thank you for reviewing and rating the show! It is the best and easiest way to support the podcast.

To much is given, much is needed and Danielle understands that. As we celebrate Women's Month, Ms. White and her group is highlighted! She has built a team of professional and created a group that is providing opportunities for minority high school and college students interested in pursuing a career in sports and entertainment. Dani, has had an amazing career and in sports and we talk about that, life, and her championship experience! Catch her and The Connect Group at: https://www.theconnectse.com/​See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

I'm so excited to share this episode with you! Danielle shares her journey through faith & spirituality and how it helped her develop strength in her fertility journey.  If you feel like you'd like to connect more to the spiritual side of your journey, you won't want to miss this episode!!! Join us as we explore: + Danielles personal journey through fertility  + How finding faith was pivotal to finding love for herself and her journey  + Struggling with life events and dealing with everyday grief  + Setting personal boundaries and gaining perspective of what YOU need  + Scriptures & fertility and how to integrate them    CONNECT WITH DANIELLE:  + Instagram: iamdaniellejoseph + Work with Danielle: iamdaniellejoseph.com + Listen to the [in] Fertility Podcast: Listen here + Shop Freebies & Amazing stuff: See Shop   CONNECT WITH MELANIE LEGEND: + Instagram: @Melanie.legend and  @mel.legend + Website: MelanieLegend.com + The Fertility Vault: Click here    OTHER WAYS TO ENJOY THIS PODCAST: + Listen on Apple I-tunes Podcast "Get Seriously Fertile" + Spotify, Google Play,  & Stitcher   LOVE & FEEDBACK: If you loved this episode don't forget to SHARE it with someone else who would benefit. We want to keep the love flowing and it's all about helping each other out!  I would be so grateful if you took a moment, head over to iTunes and leave a rating & review + subscribe to the podcast while you are there! 

Dr. Deb and guests Holly and Danielle talk about the importance of self defense and the Krav Maga technique they both teach. CONNECT WITH Danielle and Jesse FB: https://www.facebook.com/Tucsonselfdefenseandfitness/ INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/kravmagatucson/ WEBSITE: https://www.tucsonselfdefenseandfitness.com PHONE: Jesse- 520-838-1592, Danielle- (520) 349-9631 EMAIL:Jesse: self-defensetucsonjjt@outlook.com Danielle: Fradette.danielle@gmail.com

Dollar-cost averaging. It’s probably the most boring financial term ever. (We’re working on coming up with a new term. Anyone have any ideas? Anyone?) Snooze-inducing as it sounds, dollar-cost averaging is a super important technique that everyone should be using to invest. Why? Read on. WHAT YOU’LL LEARN [01:55] What dollar-cost averaging means [03:30] Why timing the market doesn’t work [04:24] The key to investing: don’t think about it [05:20] Some musings on stock market fear [08:14] Bring on the volatility! [09:34] Start low and stick to it Timing the market doesn’t work Brace yourself: we get topical in this episode. How could we not? Unless you’ve been living under a rock, you’ve probably been bombarded with minute-by-minute updates on COVID-19, aka coronavirus. Warnings against travel. The number of cases in the United States and worldwide. The number of deaths from coronavirus. And its impact on the stock market. There’s nothing wrong with staying up-to-date on important news — and we’re huge believers in washing your hands to prevent germs from spreading — but the point is, staying glued to the media 24/7 is not healthy, especially for your financial strategy. This kind of media consumption can trick you into thinking that the perfect time to invest is always just around the corner. “Well, if the stock market is down right now thanks to the coronavirus, it’ll go much lower soon! Then I’ll jump in and invest!”  Trying to time the market doesn’t work, folks. As Danielle said in this episode, you can always come up with a reason to wait to invest, whether the market is high or low. Rather than overthinking your investment strategy, or trying to find the “perfect” time to start investing, you need a consistent strategy that will weather the ups and downs of the market. That’s what dollar-cost averaging does for you. Why dollar-cost averaging works If you need a refresher on what dollar-cost averaging is, here you go: you invest the same amount of money each month, no matter what the market is doing. That’s really all there is to it! Essentially, dollar-cost averaging makes you buy less when the market is higher, and buy more when the market is lower, as Dustin put it. That’s the best way to invest. And it works best when the market does fluctuate a lot. Ready to get started? Then stick with a low dollar amount. Figure out what your budget will allow and automate it with your bank so you don’t have to worry about it. From there, increase your monthly purchase amount when you can afford to. This kind of commitment to investing will pay off for you now, and especially for your future self. Another note: don’t check your accounts daily. Especially when the markets are volatile. Just trust us on this one. This material is for general information only and is not intended to provide specific advice or recommendations for any individual. RESOURCES & PEOPLE MENTIONED   NerdWallet’s definition of dollar-cost averaging More on dollar-cost averaging in Episode 17 Stock market fear in Episode 104 The bucket strategy in Episode 4 Schedule a free call with us — Are we a good fit for your financial planning needs? The Toujours Planning Blueprint to Wealth + Security   Connect With Danielle and Dustin Ask Your Questions On Facebook On Twitter

Perhaps the cosmos are guiding us to expand our astro-wisdom - and I'm here for it. Happy to receive another astrology lesson (and reading) with Danielle Paige. In this episode, Danielle answers many Yomie Qs - which seemed to be primarily beyond-the-basics-sun-sign-Qs. We talk Mercury Retrograde, Saturn returns, Chiron, houses, each planet's meaning + more. If you are interested in listening to Danielle + I discuss intuitive astrology, listen to Part I listed in the show notes.   CONNECT WITH DANIELLE daniellepaige.com insta @iamdaniellepaige fb /daniellepaigehealing podcast Cosmic Body with Danielle Paige   VIBE WITH THIS EPISODE? share on your instastory + tag you keep this podcast alive! @iamdaniellepaige+ @raquellemantra   CONNECT WITH RAQUELLE  yourownmagic.life insta @raquellemantra facebook soul tribe your own magic group   LISTEN TO PART I WITH DANIELLE  Apple Spotify Castbox Podtail   JOIN THE SOUL TRIBE yourownmagic.life  meditations + spiritual tools for $4.44/month Secret Facebook Group    SPONSORING THIS EPISODE SKILLSHARE 2 months for only FREE! access to 30,000+ courses.  skillshare.com/yourownmagic recommend creative writing class, photography class, illustration, poetry, podcasting or any business course for what you intend to dip your toe into   

When you’re an entrepreneur, it’s hard to separate work from life. When you’ve built a business (or multiple businesses) from the ground up, it can be even harder. After all, you have big dreams. Maybe you want to scale that biz, hit 7 figures (or 10 figures, you do you!), and work remotely while building your empire. Whatever your vision for your business looks like, odds are that vision also bleeds into your life. It becomes “When I hit 7 figures, I’ll buy myself that Tesla,” or “I want to live in New York so I can build more contacts for my business.” All of this sounds a-freakin-mazing, and we’re totally here for it, but we want to make sure you’re not just tying your life vision to your business vision. They should still be separate, at least somewhat. If you’re wondering if you have tied your life vision to your business vision (or you know you totally have), this episode will give you some tips on how to separate the two, and a few resources you can use to get clear on what your visions for life and work really are.   WHAT YOU’LL LEARN  [00:43] Why entrepreneurs have to be careful about biz decisions that affect life [02:01] How to consider if your business vision counteracts your life vision [04:01] Factors that can affect your long-term happiness  [05:22] The difference between a life vision and a business vision [07:06] How a business vision might look, separate from your life [08:07] Why most people regret working so hard [09:13] The risk of putting off your life vision for “later” [11:26] Why revivement (instead of retirement) can align those biz and life visions [13:14] The first step you need to take to feel harmony between your business and life [14:18] How to get your business goals to move you toward your revivement   YOUR BUSINESS OR YOUR LIFE? Have you ever had an amazing business idea, or a goal for your current business that you just couldn’t wait to get started on? But then you started thinking about all the hours it would take, the level of effort and money it might require to get off the ground? Did you think about weekends lost, time with your spouse or partner you wouldn’t get, or the difficulty it would require to move and leave family and friends behind? Sometimes, our business visions can be so powerful (and so exciting!) but they come at such a cost to our life vision. Maybe your life vision is to start a family and live close to your parents, but your vision for your business requires you to work 7 days a week in a city far from home. Which one wins out in that scenario? On a less obvious scale, entrepreneurs face these kinds of decisions everyday. Maybe your life vision is to be fit and run marathons, but your business needs you working all the time and you have no time to train. Maybe you want to travel the world but you’re too busy to take the break from work. Whatever it is, this is how we all have tied our life vision to our business vision in some way or another. It’s not necessarily a bad thing, until we sacrifice what we really want out of life to keep the business vision afloat. Instead of allowing one to overpower the other, let’s talk about how to make these visions live in harmony.   BALANCING YOUR LIFE & BIZ VISIONS Y’all, we don’t want you to miss out on life because you’re too busy building your business. We’ve seen it too many times, and you probably have, too. Your work should revolve around your life, not the other way around. So, to really balance out what you want for your life and what you want for your business, you need to blend them together and make sure that one doesn’t overwhelm the other. Ask yourself: What would my business look like if I got to do what I wanted in life? What level of success would I need to reach in my business to sustain the life I want? What would I be doing if I wasn’t working? How can I get to that point? What do I want to do in life before I die? What can I plan to make that happen?   Of course, this isn’t just a quick thought exercise. You’ll need to put some muscle into it! Especially if you’re looking around and realizing you’ve already tied your life vision to your business vision; it’ll take some time to unravel that. In this episode, we give you some resources (linked below) that you can use to make the separation of life and business clear, so that you can make sure the pieces meld together in a way that is healthier for you!  Remember, all of your business moves should be designed to give you the life you want — not the other way around.   This material is for general information only and is not intended to provide specific advice or recommendations for any individual.   Resources & People Mentioned Our Vision Worksheet in our FREE go-to financial and life planning resources Revivement (instead of retirement) The Toujours Planning Quiz — Are we a good fit for your financial planning needs? Tyler J. McCall @tylerjmccall The Top 5 Regrets of the Dying by Bronnie Ware   Connect With Danielle and Dustin Ask Your Questions On Facebook On Twitter

When it comes to entrepreneurship, we hear a lot about how y’all want to do good and give back. And we’ve talked about that before, from donating cash to creating private foundations to creating socially minded business. Today, we’re talking to an entrepreneur who has built a business designed around the concept of social good and we think you’re gonna love it.  Listeners, meet Stephanie Hepburn of Good Cloth.  This episode is really eye-opening, both from an entrepreneurial standpoint and from a consumer standpoint. We already know you’re gonna learn a lot, so make sure to listen along.   WHAT YOU’LL LEARN  05:03 What purchasing power has to do with preventing human trafficking 07:21 How reader feedback led Stephanie into retail  09:43 Why Stephanie was resistant to B-Corp status at first  10:14 The importance of being honest about how you do business 12:02 The misconceptions of sustainable clothing 15:40 The spectrum of sustainable or socially minded businesses 16:58 Why Stephanie decided B-Corp status was right for her brand 18:05 What’s involved in choosing products with transparent supply chains 20:44 How Stephanie encourages retailers to improve their transparency 23:48 The importance of failure and learning 24:46 How it’s possible to bootstrap your passion project 26:48 Stephanie’s tips for making a difference AND a profit 27:54 How the sustainable and ethical fashion industry has changed 30:42 Why regulation and legislation are critical in transparent supply chains  32:06 How sustainability and ethical operations make every business better 35:00 Why Stephanie doesn’t think success and social good are separate 36:12 What’s on the horizon for Good Cloth   Stephanie’s Standards for Her Ethical Fashion Biz Stephanie, who is also a journalist, began her journey into the world of sustainable fashion after writing a book about human trafficking. During her research, she realized that a huge portion of the fashion industry is set up to make things like labor abuse and trafficking incredibly easy for those who want to take advantage. Stephanie also realized that it was nearly impossible to find a transparent supply chain, so that companies and consumers could know exactly what type of life their purchase was providing to clothing industry workers. This led her down the path to creating her own online retail store — Good Cloth — which focuses on only selling clothing, accessories, and products that are transparent, sustainable, and ethical.  As part of her business model, Stephanie really tries to bring in different audiences and different people, highlighting the issue of human trafficking and poor labor standards as they make contact with her products and/or brand. Each Good Cloth product gives a strong description of where it came from, who made it, and how it makes a difference. This alone helps consumers learn more about the process of ethical fashion and why it’s important. It also builds trust, which is the cornerstone of ethical fashion, according to Stephanie. But it’s not always easy. Obstacles in the Sustainable/Ethical Retail World In this episode, Stephanie walks us through how she finds her retailers and what sort of “vetting process” she goes through to ensure her products are actually ethical. Doing the research and asking the right questions is critical to finding sustainable retailers, material sources, etc., she says. Thanks to her background in journalism, she is able to do this, but she also admits that it’s taken a long time. Her labor of love is clear if you’ve ever browsed Good Cloth’s online store, though, where each collection is curated so thoughtfully. We also learned a lot about how most “sustainable” products out there are actually not as sustainable as they’re advertised to be. And in some cases, she told us, it’s a matter of choosing what is most important to you in the manufacturing and retail process. For example, some businesses may be able to process recycled products and use that for their materials, while others may be able to ensure fair wages and prices. There is a wide spectrum of sustainability that doesn’t make one better than the other; it’s supporting what’s most important to you.  “It’s nuance, understanding, and meeting with people where they are,” Stephanie said. And Good Cloth doesn’t just say “No” to every retailer who doesn’t meet their standards. Instead, the brand supports retailers and sources as they attempt to be fully sustainable, while holding them to a higher standard. This means that some may have to come back after they’ve improved certain areas of their operations, but that sort of feedback makes the industry as a whole better, and it gives other ethically driven brands a standard by which to measure themselves. You Can Make a Difference — And a Profit Of course, our favorite part of our chat with Stephanie was digging into the money. So often we hear “I want to make a difference, but I gotta make money.” Stephanie talks about how she’s been able to build a profitable business from Day One, which we think will calm a lot of your worries. Are you ready? Stephanie’s tips to make a difference and a profit:  Make it low-cost and low-risk. You don’t always have to take out loans and you don’t need expensive branding or employees right out of the gate. Start with what you’ve got and make it grow from there. You don’t have to scale too fast. Grow at your comfort level. It helps to learn your business inside and out before making things complicated.  Pretty easy, right? We think so.   Elevating the Industry Last but not least, we talked about changing consumer attitudes toward fashion, as well as regulation and legislation, and how they’re helping to improve Stephanie’s industry. She believes that regulation and legislation are a good thing that will help all businesses improve and, as a result, the world. Part of her effort to shed light on poor labor practices and human trafficking is made more effective through regulation and laws. She believes that government involvement in industries like retail will keep people safe, ensure fair wages, and create a stronger economy. And fair wages and pollution aren’t a third-world problem, Stephanie says; these things happen in the U.S. too. Be aware and educate yourself when you buy something — it’s the best way to make sure you’re putting your money where your values are.   Check Out Good Cloth We were SO motivated by our chat with Stephanie, especially by the theme of elevating the standards of entrepreneurship. Even if you’re not a retail or clothing brand, the principles of sustainability and ethics transfer. What are you doing to make a difference? Who are you advocating for, and what are you protecting? And how will you do it WHILE making a profit?  Don’t miss this episode, y’all.   This material is for general information only and is not intended to provide specific advice or recommendations for any individual.   Resources & People Mentioned Good Cloth @shopgoodcloth on Twitter and Instagram Crisis Talk, where Stephanie writes about mental health Brand photos   Connect With Danielle and Dustin Ask Your Questions On Facebook On Twitter

When you think about legacy, do you think about inheritances or a last will and testament? Of course, those are all parts of planning a legacy, but we know that what you leave behind goes far beyond money and paperwork. Instead, we want to talk about the real legacy — the stuff that made you so special to the people you’ll leave behind. For some, this may seem like a morbid topic or one that’s slightly depressing. But we think this episode of Worth It is important for two reasons: You should be planning your legacy. It can’t wait. You should be talking about death, because it makes life that much sweeter. But enough of that. Let’s dig into what we talked about on this week’s episode.   WHAT WE TALKED ABOUT 00:48 Why thinking about a legacy isn’t just for old people 01:24 Why talking about death isn’t morbid 04:49 How Game of Thrones is connected to your legacy 07:42 The ways what you leave behind affects others 09:00 What kind of legacy do you want to leave? 12:27 Why you should think about how you want to be memorialized 16:00 The most important aspects of your legacy 16:26 What to write in your personal mementos journal 17:36 Why stories are so important 21:20 How to include letters in your legacy Your Legacy is About More Than Money In the financial planning world, a “legacy” is mostly about who gets your money after you die. This could be your kids, your grandkids, the owner of your favorite deli, or the nurse who helped take care of you in the hospital. The options are endless. Legacy planning also includes logistics about estate sales, executors of your estate (who’s in charge after you’re gone), and business succession plans. These are all very important in the scheme of things, and they should be taken into account with any sort of financial planning you do. But that’s not all there is to legacy planning. Instead, we believe that things like your story, your hopes and dreams, your life lessons, and your keepsakes are also important to pass on. That’s why part of our Dream. Plan. Live process is to take our clients through legacy planning — with a twist.   Legacy Planning With the Dream. Plan. Live Process Our Dream. Plan. Live process has a 6-part section for figuring out your legacy. This section includes thought exercises where you think about: Family. This could include things like guardianship for minor children, who you’re leaving assets (like houses, cars, etc.) to, and what your wishes are for pets, plants, that sort of thing.  Wealth. Yes, this includes the money you’ve accumulated and the divvying up of your overall net worth. That money has to go somewhere after you’re gone, so make sure you have a plan. In this part, we also talk about a business succession plan. Who do you want to take over your business? How do you want your customers or clients to be handled? Funeral. We ask clients to write down their wishes for their funeral, even though they always look at us like we’re crazy. But ask yourself: Do you want to be buried or cremated? Do you want a specific cemetery? Do you want a memorial or a funeral home ceremony? Also think about what you want your obituary to say and what picture you want to be shared — these are small details, but they can be hard for your heirs and family to deal with when they’re grieving. Plus, they’d probably pick that terrible picture of you before you lost all that weight. Charity. We talked about this in Episode 74 of the podcast, but ask yourself: Do you want to donate your car to charity, your possessions to your local homeless shelter, or maybe even thousands of dollars to your favorite cause? With the right planning, you can also set up donor-advised funds or even private foundations in your name… so you keep doing good long after you’re gone.  Online. Think about the digital space you occupy; where is that going when you die? For example, Dustin has a lot of books and audiobooks in his digital library, plus digital journals and lists he creates on Workflowy. He has a plan for passing these on to his children, do you? You can also think about who will control your social media accounts, websites or domains, and even your passwords (because passwords suck even more when the person who knows them is dead). Personal mementos. We think this is arguably the. most. important. part of your legacy. For this part of their legacy planning, we ask people to get a journal and write out things like:  Favorite foods, colors, songs, etc. The best travel destinations What you learned about life Stories to be remembered Recipes Letters to your loved ones   This can be an emotional activity, but it’s also empowering because you know that what’s most important to you will always be remembered. Plus, you’ll leave something more substantial than a few bucks. Because, as Danielle says, people always remember the stories most. We really enjoyed this discussion, and we hope you did, too. But mostly we hope you really start thinking about your legacy and creating those personal mementos we talked about. Because you can’t control when or how you die, but you can control how well you’ve planned for it.   This material is for general information only and is not intended to provide specific advice or recommendations for any individual.   Resources & People Mentioned The Toujours Planning Quiz — are we a good fit for your financial planning needs? 100 Day Project Episode 74: 3 Ways Entrepreneurs Can Give Back & Make a Difference Workflowy   Connect With Danielle and Dustin Ask Your Questions On Facebook On Twitter

Understanding universal rhythms + patterns helps clarify and foresee what is going on in our realm on an energetic level. Looking at your birth chart (beyond the zodiac sign) shows us the cosmic shifts, patterns, and our soul's purpose. Intuitive Astrologer, Danielle Paige, joins YOM to share the song between the spiritual and physical realm. She blends her astrological background and intuitive gifts to help us expand on this ancient teaching and shares her spiritual awakening - (along with my birth chart). CONNECT WITH DANIELLE daniellepaige.com insta @iamdaniellepaige fb /daniellepaigehealing podcast Cosmic Body with Danielle Paige   LOVE THIS EPISODE? share on your instastory + tag @iamdaniellepaige+ @raquellemantra   CONNECT WITH RAQUELLE  yourownmagic.life insta @raquellemantra facebook soul tribe your own magic group   JOIN THE SOUL TRIBE yourownmagic.life  meditations + spiritual tools for $4.44/month Secret Facebook Group    SPONSORING THIS EPISODE SKILLSHARE 2 months for only FREE! 25,000 courses.  skillshare.com/yourownmagic recommend creative writing class, photography class or any business  class to help you succeed in whatever you endeavor to prosper in 2019 BEEKEEPER'S NATURALS beekeepersnaturals.com/yourownmagic  using promo code yourownmagic for 15% off your purchase SAVE THE BEES! My faves (natures antibiotic that works like magic) propolis throat spray, superfood cacao honey, + beegan pharmacy   More sponsors + deals for you here   YOUR OWN MAGIC RETREAT Bali 2019 - July 22-26  1 spot left! details here apply here any questions email retreats@yourownmagic.life   What to expect: Daily Yoga + Meditation Deepen Connection with Nature Strengthen Visualization, Manifestation, + Self-Love Practices Breathwork Bree Channeling Clearing Energetic Blockages Deliciously Healthy Plant-Based Breakfast, Dinner + Most Lunches Included Excursion Deepening Connection with Fellow Yomies Record a message for the podcast with Raquelle, (optional) Love

On this episode I sit down with the incredible, Danielle Bennett. Danielle is a poet, communicator, and educator, who currently works in communications at an education non-profit in Los Angeles.  Danielle has a Masters in Education from Loyola Marymount University, where she wrote her thesis on arts education as a venue for social justice. Her work has also been featured in multiple podcasts and publications. On the show today Danielle shares one of her most well received pieces of written work to date, a poem called She, which has influenced thousands since it was first shared with the public three years ago. She discusses the inspiration for this poem, as well as the journey she went on to get to where she is now as a poet, a teacher, and a communications professional. Danielle also opens up about her experience of walking through the most painful season of her life in 2018, and shares some comforting words of advice and encouragement for those walking through grief and burn out. Before we wrap up Danielle and I dive a little bit into the Enneagram and she shares a brief summary of what it’s all about it, and the role that it has played in her own life.  EPISODE SHOWNOTES:  www.mandyblack.org/podcast/daniellebennett CONNECT WITH DANIELLE: www.missdaniellebennett.com missdbennett Instagram STORY OF HER COMMUNITY:  www.instagram.com/storyofherpodcast

  Are you one of the ⅔ of Americans that can’t cover the costs of a $1000 emergency? That is such a scary number, but it’s not surprising given that half of Americans live paycheck to paycheck. To add insult to injury most of us are living above our means. There is a constant pressure in our society to live beyond our means. From advertising to social media to simply talking with friends and neighbors we feel a constant pressure to keep up with everyone else. But if you don’t start saving now you’ll miss out on the opportunity to feel financially secure in the future you could even miss out on the opportunity to stop working and retire. Listen to this episode to hear how easy it is to start a life tax fund, your finances will thank you and so will your future self! Here’s What You’ll Learn [2:22] Half of Americans live paycheck to paycheck [5:30] Some simple things you can do to better your financial situation [8:32] Start a life tax fund [10:49] What are the benefits of having a life tax fund? [15:42] What is more important, paying off debt or starting a life tax fund? What can you do to better your financial situation right now? No matter your financial situation there are always choices you can make to better it. There are simple things you can do right now to create a better financial situation for yourself. One thing you can do is to start a bridge job. If you are not quite making ends meet, then take on a little extra work or even start a blog. The next thing you need to do is start living below your means. Don’t panic, it’s easier than you think! Inventory your spending habits. Start with the big stuff and identify what you can change. Next, check your discretionary spending and figure out what you spend on clothes, travel, lattes, and eating out. Listen in to hear what else you can do to start living within your means. How to start a life tax fund First off, what is a life tax fund? A life tax fund is a small savings account to help out on those unexpected things; like a speeding ticket, getting your car towed, or having to take your pet to the vet. These things happen to everyone and they always seem to happen when we are least prepared. But if you keep charging things like that on a credit card then you’ll be paying for them forever. The first step to take is to open a free savings account at your bank. You can start depositing just $50 a month. Listen in to this episode to hear how to set it up in a way that you won’t even notice! What are the benefits of having a life tax fund? Stuff happens. We get in fender benders, get sick, things break, etc. When (not if) a curveball comes you will be ready for it if you have a life tax fund. If you aren’t prepared with a little extra cash on hand then it can really set you back. When you aren’t ready for an unexpected financial hit it can take months or even years to recover from. Having a life tax fund ensures that you won’t charge it to a credit card or worse: take it out of a retirement account. Find out how to start being financially responsible by creating a life tax fund on this episode of Worth It. What is more important: paying off debt or starting a life tax fund? Debt is considered a disease now in America which we are told to avoid it at all costs. While debt is something you do want to steer clear of, until you have a fund for emergencies, you shouldn’t worry about completely paying off your debts. Of course, you should continue to pay your minimum payments, but until you have a complete life tax fund, don’t worry about paying off debts completely. Funding a life tax account is the most important financial step you can take right now. This is rule number one of personal finance. You can’t plan any other financial goals until you achieve this one. Discover how to reach this essential financial goal by listening to this episode of Worth It. Connect With Danielle and Dustin Ask your questions! On Facebook On Twitter Connect with Dustin on Twitter: @DRGranger

Tyler J. McCall is a marketing strategist and coach for creative entrepreneurs. He specializes in Instagram marketing and is an expert at converting followers to fans. Tyler teaches his students how to make an impact and grow business with Instagram by using it in a genuine and intentional way. Tyler’s business has grown exponentially over the past year and in this episode, he opens up about when he realized he needed help and decided to hire a CFO. Listen to episode 50 of Worth It to hear the Instagram expert, Tyler J. McCall, as he reveals how he scaled his business by outsourcing. Here’s What You’ll Learn [2:22] How did Tyler become an online entrepreneur? [7:42] Why Instagram? [11:05] Is Instagram for every entrepreneur? [12:56] How did he niche down? [18:54] How did he do his recent trip? [22:00] What led Tyler to set his time freedom goals? [26:20] Why did he hire a CFO? [29:12] What advice does he have for entrepreneurs who want to scale their business? [32:04] What are his dreams for his life and business? [37:45] Tyler gets to ask his own question! Why Instagram? Tyler chose Instagram as his marketing platform of choice because it’s easy to use and a great place to engage with his followers. Tyler thinks it is the most engaging of all the social media platforms. He loves the built-in discoverability feature which makes it easy to find clients and attract them to your business. He thinks the Instagram stories feature is even better because it allows people to see behind the scenes of your business. If you are trying to grow business without overworking yourself, you’ll want to want to listen to Worth It as Tyler shares his secrets to Instagram and business growth. A peek behind the scenes of Tyler’s wildly successful business Tyler dove into online entrepreneurship by partnering with his best friend in 2016. He tried social media marketing, consulting, and coaching. But being a jack-of-all-trades was just making him work harder than ever. He understood that by repeating himself over and over again as a consultant that he needed to find a way to record himself to reach more people. Finally, he had had enough of trying to reach one client at a time. He created the Follower to Fan Society, an online membership education model. He has created a business model that gives him the time freedom that he craves. Are you curious as to how you can free yourself from your business and finally have it work for you rather than you work for it? Listen to Tyler describe how he scaled his business and made it work for him, rather than the other way around! When did Tyler realize he needed help? Tyler decided he was going to give his business his all and he put everything he had into it. But he realized that he didn’t want to work himself into an early grave. That’s when he decided to begin outsourcing. Tyler began by hiring a financial expert to help him understand the intricacies of growing his business and how the IRS might perceive his newfound success. He was thrilled to hire a CFO that could lead him to understand how to handle the financial side of success. Tyler has since put systems in place and hired others to help in his business so that he can enjoy the fruits of his labor. Do you know when the right time is to begin outsourcing your business? Tyler gets to ask us his own financial question We love it when our guests ask their deepest, darkest, burning financial question. Tyler has a great question that budding entrepreneurs will want the answer to. He wonders how entrepreneurs should go about building a home. Dustin describes the importance of having a 10-20% down payment readily available. We encourage him to listen to episode 30 it is a great place to start if you have any home buying questions. One thing to consider is whether you are looking for a 15 or 30-year mortgage. Don’t miss Dustin’s fantastic answer to Tyler’s thoughtful question. Resources & People Mentioned Tyler J McCall on Instagram Free Instagram Class Follower to Fan Society Amy Porterfield Business by Design by James Wedmore 5 Tips for First Time Home Buyers, Episode 30 Connect With Danielle and Dustin Ask your questions! On Facebook On Twitter Connect with Dustin on Twitter: @DRGranger

I am sure you have all seen the picture of the carrot tied on a stick, dangling out in from of of an animal pulling a cart. That picture makes us smile, but the thought behind that tactic is actually a very effective one. Create a system of goals and rewards. Rewarding yourself for the hard work you’ve done can be extremely valuable, especially when you had to push yourself out of your comfort zone to achieve it. Not sure where to start? Check out this episode, Dustin and I will help get you started! Here’s What You’ll Learn [1:15] How to take inventory of your rewards [5:30] Think about the time you have been offered a carrot [6:15] Why you need a motivation system. [8:30] Dreaming can be a huge motivating factor [9:15] The key to a reward system [10:15] Goals vs. Rewards [11:30] Breaking down a goal [12:15] The two kinds of goals: personal and business [13:00] Creating personal goals [14:45] Creating business goals [16:45] The rewards system [21:15] Write in the reward like it’s part of the checklist [25:00] Big Buckets, medium rewards, and little nuggets The key to a great reward system Everyone is motivated by slightly different things. When I was in sales, there were breakpoints that offered higher commissions if I exceeded goals. For some people, cash is the best motivation, others prefer recognition or incentives like vacation or a weekend getaway! Whatever motivates you, create a reward system that helps keep you motivated as you are working on achieving your goals! What is the difference between goals and rewards? To clarify, accomplishing a goal is not the same as the reward for that goal. The goal is usually task related. The reward is how you feel after that task is done. For many people, it’s hard to stay focused on big goals for a long time, so I recommend breaking that goal down into smaller steps. For example, if you have a goal of becoming an online influencer, you might start by starting a blog. Seeing your content live online is not the reward, that’s the goal. Celebrating the launch of your blog by going out to dinner with friends, that’s the reward! Personal vs. business goals You should build a reward system for both your personal goals, as well as your business goals. Personal goals could include things like wanting to learn spanish, owning a vacation home, more quality time with family, reading more books, or hitting that ideal weight. Business goals could include growing your clientele, creating an online course, engage an audience through speaking events or writing a book. These are just a few of our goals, what are some of yours? Big Rewards, medium rewards, and little nuggets The rewards must fit the goal, otherwise it’s hard to motivated. When you are creating a to-do list for your goals, put the reward down as the last item on that checklist. That goal is not complete until you have rewarded yourself! Here are a few of OUR rewards that Dustin and I have set up for our goals: Taking a vacation, eventually going to the world cup, hosting friends for dinner, a day at the spa, the simplicity of a Starbucks Latte, a weekend getaway, and sometimes, just a stick of sugar-free gum at the end of a work day. Some of these are big rewards, some of them are medium-sized, and some are just little nuggets that keep us motivated! Resources & People Mentioned theworthitpodcast.com/visiondownload Workfly app Connect With Danielle and Dustin Ask your questions! On Facebook On Twitter Connect with Dustin on Twitter: @DRGranger

Ikigai (pronounced ee-key-guy) is a wonderful Japanese concept made from two Japanese words: iki, meaning “life” and kai, meaning “effect, result, worth or benefit.” Combined: “a reason for living.” Beautiful, Isn’t it? Ikigai is the idea of seeking a purpose in everything you do in life - Hobbies, friendships, work, community, and travel all add to your ikigai. There is no need to visit a Buddhist temple in Bali to “find yourself.” Instead, Dustin and I want to use this episode to help you find your reason for living, aka your Ikigai! Grab your headphones and a pen, your purposeful future awaits! Here’s What You’ll Learn [3:15] What is Ikigai? [5:30] #1. What do you love doing? [7:30] #2. What are you good at? [10:15] #3. What does the world need from you? [12:15] #4. What can you get paid for? [14:30] What does it mean when two of the questions overlap? [15:15] What does it mean when three of the questions overlap? [18:30] Your Ikigai: this is your meaning of life [19:30] Toujours Worth It Financial Planning [21:30] Worth It Inspirations What do you love doing? Grab a journal and ask yourself the following question: What do you love doing? This question speaks to your passion. You don’t have to force yourself to come up with answers in one sitting. In fact, it’s more productive to take your time. Over the course of a few days or weeks, take notes as ideas and insights come to you. Most importantly, be radically honest with yourself. Don’t be afraid to jot down whatever comes to mind, no matter how crazy or irrational it might seem. A few of the things on my list include design, teaching, an appreciation for beautiful things, inspiring others, and generating new ideas. Dustin’s list was similar to mine, with a few additions such as leadership and planning. What would be on your list? What are you good at? The second question to ask yourself is “What am I good at?” This question speaks to your profession. Sometimes the things you love to do will also be the things you are good at, but don’t be surprised if the list looks different. My list includes inspiring others, planning, detail-oriented work, giving advice, empathy, and helping others feel better. Dustin says the things he is good at include organizing and inspiring others. He is also really good at making other people feel at ease. If you are struggling to find what you are good at, it’s a great idea to ask close friends and family; they will be able to fill in some of the gaps. What does the world need from you? The question “What does the world need from you” speaks to your mission in life. If you imagine where the world is headed, then think about what other people would need to see that future realized, you can start to create a list of things you can offer the world if called upon. It can be hard to start this list, as it feels a little vulnerable at times, but don’t give up, the results are worth it! After thinking about this for some time, I wrote down the following list: inspiration to follow your dreams, financial well-being, marketing concepts and life coaching. Dustin did the same and came up with leadership, new technology and scientific development, financial well-being, and political vision. If called upon, we could offer those things to the world. What can you get paid for? What can you get paid for? This question is focused on your vocation. What do you do that will pay the bills? List everything - planning, teaching, marketing, advising/coaching, Investments, teacher, advising, consulting, the list goes on...After you’ve answered these questions thoughtfully, start to look for patterns. What kinds of themes are apparent? Are there obvious intersections among categories, or do they seem disparate? Finding your Ikigai In the resources section for this episode, there is a chart you can download that will walk you through each question listed above. These are worthwhile questions to ask, whether you determined your ikigai forty years ago or you’re just learning about the concept now. If you’re on an initial ikigai fact-finding journey, integrating instinctive nudges with logic-driven thinking can lead to a deeper, more coherent sense of purpose. The chart also explains how each question or category overlaps, eventually focusing to a point where all four categories are connected. This is your Ikigai, your purpose, and passion! Resources & People Mentioned BigThink Article on Ikigai Ikigai Wiki Pablo Picasso Quote theworthitpodcast.com/37 Toujours Worth Software - Guided Wealth Portfolios Jacinda Ardern A dying woman’s heartbreaking letter to the world Connect With Danielle and Dustin Ask your questions! On Facebook On Twitter Connect with Dustin on Twitter: @DRGranger

Chris Norton was living the dream. He was a college football player right out of high school. All that changed when he he mistimed a tackle. In a moment he could not move. He was paralyzed from the neck down. You’ve likely seen Chris’ story recently as he’s gone viral and been featured with his new wife, Emily, on People Magazine, Good Morning Ameirca, CBS Sports, CNN and much more. In the viral video - you see Chris, who was given a 3% chance of ever moving below the neck, walk down the aisle at his wedding. About halfway through this interview you’ll also hear from his wife, Emily, who was integral in making that happened. Watch the viral video - when Chris walks down the aisle with Emily Check out Chris' website here. Check out Chris' foundation and opportunity to donate here. MORE WAYS TO CONNECT WITH CHRIS: FACEBOOK INSTAGRAM Watch: 7 Yards Documentary Read: The Power of Faith When Tragedy Strikes: A Father-Son Memoir  CONNECT WITH DANIELLE:   Facebook Instagram Twitter   Daniellecraig.com  *This includes an Amazon Affiliate link. That means I may receive a small commission when you click and buy.*

  The value investors derive from financial planners is changing drastically in the digital era, driven by a broader availability of information, the proliferation of automated investment tools, and expanding communication channels. The old mahogany desks and formal attire have been replaced with minimalist office spaces, younger, more tech-conscience advisors, and even automated, or “robo” advisors that can crunch the numbers much faster. Even more revolutionary is the expanded focus on life planning. Life is not just “death and taxes” anymore, but clarifying and achieving your most meaningful and deeply felt aspirations. On this episode, Dustin R. Granger, CFP® and I talk about the history of the financial planning industry, and share where we think it’s headed in the future! Here’s What You’ll Learn [1:30] The future of the financial planning industry. [3:45] This generation does financial planning differently [4:30] How relevant are stockbrokers in today’s financial landscape? [5:30] The online revolution changed the game [8:15] The positive effects of the Index revolution [11:00] Here’s why Clients that had a financial plan were much calmer during the recession [15:00] Are robots running your finances? [19:15] The numbers don’t lie: A Vanguard study on the value of financial advisors [24:15] The focus on life planning [26:30] 3 scenarios that will help you clarify what is most important [31:00] The Tech Effect: Financial planning, a 1000 miles away [36:00] Toujours Worth Software - Guided Wealth Portfolios [38:00] Worth It Inspirations The Index Fund Revolution Index funds are simple, low-cost ways to gain exposure to markets. They’re most commonly available as mutual funds and exchange-traded funds (ETFs). While stocks, bonds, commodities and real estate have been around for centuries, index funds have revolutionized how investors access these assets. Technology has made it possible to index strategies that were once only the province of active managers that isolate factors like value, growth and low volatility. Most financial planners leverage these indexes and include them as an investing strategy for their clients. The benefit is the client has access to a broad investment portfolio, as a part of a larger financial plan. Financial Planning Revolution Investing and planning for one’s financial future is a very personal experience that relies on more than simply allocating funds across a variety of asset classes. During a recession or a period of extended volatility, many investors find reassurance in being able to pick up the phone and speak with a personal financial advisor to make sense of the current situation and lay out a plan for going forward. The investor/advisor relationship requires a critical balance of emotional support and practical thinking, being a support system and providing counsel on how to make financial decisions that give the investor a competitive advantage over the rest of the market. The Robo-Advisor Revolution For younger investors who are just beginning to build their financial profile and want to save money, using a robo-advisor can provide an effective and cost-efficient way to get started. Robo-advisors can also help individuals with smaller savings or simplified tax circumstances save for retirement. Investors looking for more personalized long-term management may find that working with an advisor, preferably a certified financial planner, better provides them with investment and financial planning advice. Life Planning This may sound elementary but few of us spontaneously undertake a thoughtful inquiry into our deepest and most enduring values and objectives. Traditionally financial advisors have focused on the numbers—budgeting, investments, taxes, or insurance–without exploring the broader context. They rarely ask questions like: “If you had more time or money, what would you do?” “What do you want to accomplish or attain so you will feel that you’ve had a life well-lived?” “What moves, touches, or inspires you?” We call it life planning because what’s really important isn’t your money, it’s your life. Resources & People Mentioned Life Planning Template Vision Worksheet Toujours Worth Software - Guided Wealth Portfolios Worth It Episode 2 Worth It Episode 25 Connect With Danielle and Dustin Ask your questions! On Facebook On Twitter Connect with Dustin on Twitter: @DRGranger

Buying a home can be nerve-wracking, especially if you’re a first-time home buyer. Not only is it probably the biggest purchase of your life, but the process is complicated and fraught with unfamiliar lingo and surprise expenses. What if you make a mistake? No need to worry...To make the first-time home buying journey a little less stressful, our good friend and real estate agent Eric Blanchard joins us on this Worth It episode to share five tips to help you navigate the home-buying process! Here’s What You’ll Learn [3:45] How Eric got started as a real estate agent [5:45] Tip #1- Before you start the search for the perfect house, sit down with a loan officer to figure out what you can afford [8:30] Sit down with your local home-grown bank, it may just work out in your favor [12:30] Tip #2- choose an agent [15:15] Sell by owner: What you should know [17:00] What to look for in a real estate agent [21:45] Before you hire an agent, create your wish list [23:15] Tip #3- Drive the area a few times during the week, at different times of the day [25:30] Tip #4Start the process [27:30] Don’t underestimate sweat equity [31:15] Tip #5- Make an offer [37:00] Rookie mistakes to avoid Research first, dream house second Tip #1: Before you start the search for the perfect house, sit down with a loan officer to figure out what you can afford Before you start looking for your dream home, you need to know what’s actually within your price range. When you’re taking out a mortgage loan, your credit will be one of the key factors in whether you’re approved, and it will help determine your interest rate and possibly the loan terms. Check your credit before you begin the home buying process. Dispute any errors that could be dragging down your credit score and look for opportunities to improve your credit, such as making a dent in any outstanding debts. If you’re applying for a mortgage soon, avoid opening new credit accounts to keep your score from dipping. In addition to saving for a down payment, you’ll need to budget for the money required to close your mortgage, which can be significant. Closing costs generally run between 2% and 5% of your loan amount. You can shop around and compare prices for certain closing expenses, such as homeowners insurance, home inspections, and title searches. You need somebody in your corner Tip #2: #2 - choose an agent Real estate agents are important partners when you’re buying or selling a home. Real estate agents can provide you with helpful information on homes and neighborhoods that isn’t easily accessible to the public. Their knowledge of the home buying process, negotiating skills, and familiarity with the area you want to live in can be extremely valuable. It is paramount that you find an agent you feel comfortable confiding in and trusting with the most expensive purchase of your life thus far. Ask for referrals and recommendations from close friends, then start meeting with agents. And best of all, it doesn’t cost you anything to use an agent – they’re compensated from the commission paid by the seller of the house. The Stakeout Tip #3: Drive the area a few times during the week, at different times of the day When deciding where you want to buy your first home, there are a wide variety of factors that will help you make a decision. Even if the price is right, you’ll want to consider other factors, like the neighborhood that house is in. What is the traffic level like in the areas you like best? Not just after work, but in the morning and on weekends. Consider access to shopping, restaurants, nightlife and grocery stores. Will it be expensive to enjoy life in your new neighborhood or affordable? Are there other people around you with similar goals, like raising children? All of these factors should be considered when planning to purchase a house. Great real estate agents should be able to provide some basic information about the neighborhood you are considering. Start the process Tip #4: Start the process Take as much time as you need to find the right home. Then work with your real estate agent to negotiate a fair offer based on the value of comparable homes in the same neighborhood. Once you and the seller have reached agreement on a price, the house will go into escrow, which is the period of time it takes to complete all of the remaining steps in the home buying process. Tip #5: Make an offer You’ve done your homework and know your local market. You have a list of sales comparable to the house you’re interested in, and you’re ready to make a smart offer. Your real estate agent can provide you with a Residential Purchase Agreement that complies with applicable state and local laws. In some states, it is common for a lawyer to be a part of the offer paperwork process. Resources & People Mentioned Eric Blanchard - Agent Profile www.theworthitpodcast.com/30 Connect With Danielle and Dustin Ask your questions! On Facebook On Twitter Connect with Dustin on Twitter: @DRGranger