Podcasts about verbalizing

When sales targets are missed, most leaders look at the pipeline, process, or personnel. But what if the real issue is a lack of psychological safety? In this episode of Coach to Scale, host Matt Benelli sits down with John Walston, author, entrepreneur, and founder of the Keep On Movement, to explore how vulnerability, empathy, and consistency in leadership can transform sales outcomes. Walston shares how personal adversity reshaped his leadership style, making him a more effective coach and culture builder.This episode is a must-listen for CROs, VPs of Sales, and frontline managers navigating burnout, underperformance, or high turnover. You'll walk away with tactical ways to shift from transactional management to human-centered leadership, without sacrificing accountability. Topics include managing anxiety in high-pressure environments, turning 1:1s into developmental moments, and why “get over it” is the fastest way to lose trust and performance. If you lead teams, this conversation will challenge how you measure success and show how culture is a quota strategy.Takeaways 1. “Just stop it” doesn't work, especially in sales leadership.Telling someone to push through stress or anxiety without support not only fails, but it also damages trust and culture.2. You can't lead people effectively if you don't understand what they're carrying.Empathy isn't a soft skill; it's a leadership multiplier that directly impacts motivation and consistency.3. Physical movement drives mental clarity and performance.Exercise helped Walston recover from a personal crisis, and research shows it's as effective as medication for many mental health issues.4. Positivity isn't the same as being happy.Leaders can model resilience by moving forward with optimism, even while acknowledging discomfort or hardship.5. Your team won't grow if your 1:1s are just pipeline inspections.Coaching conversations should go beyond deal reviews to include skill development and personal connection.6. Culture is built in the moments between numbers.Asking your reps about their weekend and remembering what they said builds trust that translates into accountability.7. Positive self-talk is a skill leaders must model and teach.Verbalizing functional thoughts (especially out loud) has a 10x psychological effect compared to internal dialogue.8. Gratitude changes how you lead and how people follow.Being grateful for struggle, not just outcomes, shifts the mindset and allows leaders to better support their teams.9. Even one moment of connection can shift someone's trajectory.Whether it's a smile, a T-shirt slogan, or a question at the right time, leaders have the power to influence more than they realize.10. “Easy is not best,” and your reps need to hear that.High standards, not hand-holding, are what help people rise. But they must be delivered with belief and support.

Send us a textJoin us as we sit down with Family Coach and The Stress Nanny, Lindsay Miller, to discuss how parents can communicate with their children during difficult life events, such as a divorce, to ensure that false narratives and stress are not internalized.If you would like to speak with one of our attorneys, please call our office at (503) 227-0200, or visit our website at https://www.pacificcascadelegal.com.To learn more about Lindsay can help you and your family, you can visit her website: https://www.thestressnanny.com/As a leading divorce firm in Portland, our attorneys provide guidance on custody, alimony, separation, estate planning, and more. Learn what to expect in Oregon and Washington divorce cases and how we can help.Disclaimer: Nothing in this communication is intended to provide legal advice nor does it constitute a client-attorney relationship, therefore you should not interpret the contents as such.

Send us a textTalking to yourself isn't a sign of craziness; I do it regularly, even in the dressing room. Verbalizing my thoughts helps me work through them and make sense of my decisions before discussing them with a friend or family member. Ultimately, I will be the final decision-maker. https://www.instagram.com/traceylau99/

In this episode of Awaken with Oliver, Oliver dives deep with Kai into the transformative power of being witnessed and how it opens us up to personal growth and healing. From the importance of authenticity to the value of receiving support, each section uncovers how being truly seen by others influences our belief systems and brings forth personal healing. We discuss how completing what you've started, embracing vulnerability, and understanding the concept of witnessing can lead to a profound inner shift. Tune in as we explore why being witnessed matters and how it connects to the heart's deepest desires for connection and validation.They discussed:*The Power of Being Witnessed*Personal Healing and Growth*Self-Belief System Transformation*Benefits of Vulnerability and Witnessing*Inner Healing and Self-DiscoveryKaï Sunrise is an interdisciplinary artist who explores through and with many realms of being. Born in Montreal, Quebec and infused with years living in Massachusetts, New York and Hawaii, Kaï has been shaped by all the places she has lived. She is presently settled and rooting into the Outaouais region of western Quebec. Kaï is a mover, dancer, vocalist, painter, writer, energy worker, mystical clown, creator of rituals, change maker, storyteller, thinker, explorer and playmate. Her journey of becoming an Intuitive Healing-Artist has been a wild and enlivening one. The elemental wilderness of the Hawaiian islands and her four main spiritual teachers Xi Earthstar, Vasant Swaha, Jennifer Ashira Ra, and Scott Hamilton,  initiated her into her extraordinary abilities to use sound and energy for healing the body. https://popsend.com/cosmicswellChapters:00:00 - Introduction – Setting the stage for exploring the power of being witnessed.01:45 - Enormous Power of Being Yourself – Discovering the strength in authenticity.05:54 - The Power of Completing What You've Started – Why finishing matters for self-worth.07:49 - Open to Receiving – Embracing support and help from others.10:53 - Be Open to Your Healing – Allowing oneself to heal by being seen.12:05 - The True Power of Being Witnessed – Understanding the impact of feeling truly seen.14:50 - Recreating Physical Witnessing – Methods to feel connected and seen in life.20:41 - Understanding the Concept of Being Witnessed – Exploring the depth of witnessing.24:15 - Is It a Choice to Be Witnessed? – Examining how we choose to be seen or hidden.26:26 - People's Preference for Being Witnessed – Discussing the need for different witnessing types.30:19 - What Does the Witnessing Do? – How witnessing changes us at a deep level.33:30 - Think About It! Say It Out! – Verbalizing and acknowledging.37:53 - Connection of Being Witnessed with Our Heart – How witnessing resonates with our emotions.Stay Connected:Follow Oliver on Instagram:   / yeskingoliver  Want to regain control of your life from modern-day stress, anxiety, and influence?Check out my FREE course - take control!     http://www.talkwitholiver.com

In this engaging episode of the Uncommon Wealth Podcast, hosts Phillip Ramsey and Arron Cramer delve into the dichotomy between "uphill goals" and "downhill decisions." They explore how people's ambitious objectives often clash with their everyday habits and choices, leading to frustration and lack of progress. With a lively discussion centered around real-life anecdotes, they emphasize the importance of aligning one's actions with their aspirations.Phillip kicks off the conversation with a compelling story about a friend whose goal of losing weight was undermined by his habit of eating high-calorie desserts. This anecdote serves as a springboard for a broader discussion on the disconnect many experience between their goals and actions. Key themes include the need for accountability in personal development and the crucial role of honest feedback from friends. By integrating these narratives with actionable advice, Phillip and Arron offer listeners both motivation and practical strategies for bridging the gap between desire and action.Key Takeaways: Uphill goals require consistent and aligned efforts to avoid the pitfall of making downhill decisions that undermine progress. Accountability partners can play a crucial role in helping individuals recognize when their actions do not align with their stated goals. Verbalizing your goals increases the likelihood of achieving them, but only if they are backed by consistent actions. Credibility is diminished when there's a discrepancy between what you say and what you do; maintaining alignment is critical. Friends who give honest feedback are invaluable in helping you stay on track and achieve your personal and professional aspirations.

In this episode of The Debrief, we're sitting down with Irwin's VP of Marketing, Melissa Homère, and digging into their team's experience working alongside Focus Lab to level up their existing brand. Irwin had an innovative product and a respected brand, but recognized that they were in need of a refresh to get organized, strategic, and elevated. In our conversation, we touch on everything from:

In this episode, I dive into the transformative power of speaking your goals into existence. Drawing from personal anecdotes and scientific studies, I explain how verbalizing your goals can prime your brain for success, increase your commitment, and activate neural pathways that help you achieve your objectives. I provide practical tips on daily affirmations, sharing goals with trusted individuals, and visualizing success to harness the full potential of this powerful practice. What You Will Learn in This Episode: The science behind why speaking your goals into existence works, including insights from neuroscience and psychology. Practical steps to start verbalizing your goals Real-world examples and research studies that illustrate the effectiveness of verbalizing goals for achieving success. Tune in to learn how these simple yet powerful techniques can help you achieve more peace, success, and fulfillment in your life.   Mentioned in this Episode: Take my free Training: How to be more effective without burning out Register Here You'll learn the exact 4 steps you need to take to be more effective and productive, happier and fulfilled, so that you get more done in less time, without stress and burnout, and have the freedom to do what you love.   The Journey www.vanessacalderonmd.com/thejourney Learn more and join my all inclusive coaching program, The Journey, where we take everything you've been learning and apply it to your life, so you start getting sustained results in your career, business and your life. The Journey is the only comprehensive coaching program for smart women that teaches you - in just 12 weeks - how to get more done, feel better, and live a life aligned with your purpose.   Podcast Study Guide Download it here. Get your free copy of the podcast study guide   Let's connect: IG: @vanessacalderonmd FB: @vcalderonmd

Have you ever found yourself in a relationship where you felt like you couldn't show your true self? Or maybe you've held back parts of yourself because you were afraid of not being accepted? Trust me, you're not alone.    Vulnerability is the key to unlocking deeper connections and living a heart-centered life. From personal experiences to insights gained through years of intimacy coaching, I'm here to guide you through the transformative power of being authentically, unapologetically YOU.   I'm not just talking the talk – I'm sharing real-life stories, including a hilarious (and slightly mortifying) tale involving a giant pimple on my lip during a budding romance. It's all about finding the humor and lightness in those vulnerable moments, right?   In this episode, I'm diving into: The importance of vulnerability in dating and sex How vulnerability can deepen relationships and connections Personal experiences of embracing vulnerability Overcoming fears of intimacy and vulnerability The impact of authenticity on relationships Sharing insecurities and vulnerabilities with partners Encouraging women to embrace vulnerability in dating Addressing societal pressures on men regarding vulnerability How vulnerability fosters trust and intimacy The power of clear communication in relationships Trusting one's desires and expressing them authentically Cultivating safety in one's body enables vulnerability Verbalizing feelings and desires in relationships   Free sensuality Meditation: https://hanna-sheff.mykajabi.com/free-sensual-healing-meditation Join me on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/hanna_dylan_/ Alchemy as Artistry: https://hanna-sheff.mykajabi.com/alchemy-artistry

We did a unique study, polling black and brown people's support for Trump or Biden in New York City, particularly Harlem, Manhattan to ascertain how the black and brown population would vote if the elections were called today. This is part 2 of a series in response to a video clip on Twitter showing how blacks in Chicago are supporting Trump. We at The NeoLiberal Round decided to conduct a study via the podcast where we ask black and brown people at random who they are voting for and whether they are Republicans or Democrats and also their socio-economic status (financially stable or not), plus other demographical questions such as age, heritage - Caribbean, Latin America or African American with little to no connections to any foreign heritage, etc. The interviews comprised over 25 individuals from various age groups and political affiliations. We aired the interviews of the individuals who agreed to be interviewed on the show for the broadcast. The episode also contains an in-depth analysis of the interviews with the respondents. It wraps up at the end with a summary of the findings and the interviews which included a comparison of Philly black voters against NYC Black Voters. The findings will be published in The NeoLiberal Journals and The NeoLiberal Post at The NeoLiberal Corporation The episode is a compilation of the various video interviews we conducted between March 10th and March 30th in NYC on location at 125th and Morningside and other locations in Harlem. The episode starts with a clip excerpt of the respondents and the host on several takes mashed together for a sensational and epic blend which then segways into the introduction by the Host of the individual short interviews. This episode has over 10 respondents on short clips between 28 seconds and 4 minutes. Summary Points: 1. Many people who are Democrats say that they are voting for Trump, but the Republicans we spoke to indicated that they are voting for or supporting Biden. 2. Four/Five years ago, when Trump ran against Biden, many if not most New Yorkers in NYC, who may have been supporting or thinking about voting for Trump, would not bravely share or discuss this with anyone; for their safety and sanity. Today, that is not the case, as is evident in the episode, since many publicly, boldly, and bravely discussed some in groups with other onlookers around and others spoke so loudly as if they were delivering a gospel message at an outdoor church service. How does the Support differ? 3. College-educated, Versus the non-college 4. Financially stable Vis-a-vis those struggling economically and getting by on odd jobs or low wages 5. Caribbean/West Indians 6. Latin and Hispanic Americans 6. Abortion, Conservative Values 7. White Americans who are politically entrenched 8. Younger people versus Older peoples 9. Verbalizing support versus actually going out to vote on election day. This episode was created, written, filmed, edited, and produced by Renaldo McKenzie, the President of The NeoLiberal Corporation, Doctoral Candidate at Georgetown Univ, and Author of Neoliberalism, Globalization, Income Inequality, Poverty and Resistance. The NeoLiberal Round Podcast & Youtube Channel are brought to you by The NeoLiberal Corporation/Renaldo McKenzie, serving the world today to solve tomorrow's challenges by making popular what was the monopoly. We're a dynamic think tank, independent digital news media and content creators, Publishing, IT, Education, and Research Company that is bold, grassroots, cutting edge, and innovative, having been nominated an innovative business by Innovation in Business in 2023 and landed the Most Empowering Think Tank and Publishing Company for 2023-2024. Hence we are seeking your help to grow and expand while we offer programming and services that are largely free except our books, Web Design, Editing and Writing, and Self-Publishing solutions and services. Donate: https://anchor.fm/theneoliberal/support https://theneoliberal.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theneoliberal/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theneoliberal/support

In this episode, join Joan Van De Griek, a finance and wealth expert, as she shares essential insights for taking charge of your finances in today's economic climate. Discover practical tips on protecting your assets and planning for the future. Joan specializes in guiding individuals through financial decisions, particularly in tax and long-term planning. Learn how mindset influences success in both personal and business realms, and gain valuable advice on overcoming obstacles to achieve your goals. Tune in to explore the power of mindset in securing your financial well-being and business growth.Episode Highlights:-Farm life and horses-Vegetable gardening and beekeeping-Entrepreneurial resilience and failures-Tax advantages and asset protection-Using life insurance as a bank-Verbalizing goals and values-Couples coaching and goal-setting-Election year mindset and business-Tax minimization and long-term planning-Gratitude unlocks the fullnessAbout our Guest:Joan Van De Griek is the visionary founder of Fetch Your Wealth, a financial advocacy platform dedicated to supporting police and first responder families in securing their financial futures. Beyond being an officer's wife, Joan emerged as a tireless advocate after her husband Greg, a retired police officer, EMT, and firefighter, sustained a career-ending injury. Facing the staggering financial burden of medical bills and insufficient compensation, Joan, a CPA by profession, leveraged her financial acumen to navigate the crisis. Transitioning from a part-time accountant to a full-time business owner, she channeled her expertise into Fetch Your Wealth, offering tailored financial solutions for those in the emergency services sector, ensuring their stability whether in health or disability scenarios. Joan's unwavering dedication stems from personal adversity, empowering her to support and guide others facing similar challenges.Find out more about JoanWebsite: https://www.fetchyourwealth.com/Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jvcpa/Subscribe and leave us a rating and reviewApple:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-deborah-peters-show/id1612307739Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4Z3JQWX9S4LRWSE6mPOIkMYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheDeborahPetersShowConnect with Deborah PetersWebsite: https://neimind.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/deborah.peters.754Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therealdeborahpeters/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/deborahpetersnei4change/

Support the Podcast:  https://www.buzzsprout.com/1590358/supportGet Organized with Todoist:  https://get.todoist.io/897d3gggqsu1ECommerce Made Simple: https://get.sellfy.com/4od3xcj032qkMeditation Guides or Channels:Healing Earth Tones:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCGmxHmX38NkBAgqHFiRBWNwTrue Higher Self:https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCFa2nW_0u3yv4pS_aXIYjBwOFFERS:Learnworldshttps://get.learnworlds.com/9udv4654o276Save time, money and energy to focus on what really matters. Create and monetize your online Courses, Memberships, Subscriptions with LearnWorlds.======================================The Power of Words in Relationships"The most important thing in communication is hearing what isn't said." - Peter DruckerHow It Works:Words are the threads that weave the fabric of our relationships, especially those with our partners and spouses. The power of words in relationships extends beyond communication; they hold the potential to nurture trust, deepen emotional bonds, and even resolve conflicts.Building Trust: Trust is the foundation of any healthy relationship. The words we choose can either strengthen or weaken this foundation. Consistently keeping promises, speaking honestly, and showing reliability through words helps to build trust over time.Deepening Emotional Bonds: Expressing love and affection through words is essential in intimate relationships. Verbalizing your feelings can create a deeper emotional connection and enhance the overall quality of the relationship.Resolving Conflicts: Constructive communication can be a powerful tool for resolving conflicts. Using words that are empathetic, non-confrontational, and focused on finding solutions can turn heated arguments into opportunities for growth and understanding.Studies and Scientific Support:Several studies have shed light on the impact of words in relationships:The Gottman Institute: Research by Dr. John Gottman has shown that the ratio of positive to negative interactions in a relationship is a significant predictor of its success. Positive words and gestures can outweigh negative ones and contribute to a healthier, more stable partnership.Attachment Theory: Research based on attachment theory highlights how responsive communication with partners can lead to secure attachments. Words that convey emotional support and understanding can create a sense of safety and security in the relationship.Metaphysical and Relationship Experts:Gary Chapman: Author of "The 5 Love Languages," Chapman emphasizes the importance of using words of affirmation as one of the five primary love languages. He suggests that expressing love verbally in a paSupport the Podcast: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1590358/support The Art of Commercial Closing of ReThinkBuzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREEBuzzsprout - Let's get your podcast launched! Start for FREEDisclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Support the show

We all have moments where we feel stuck. We're frozen, frantic, and we just can't seem to pop into productivity, no matter what we do. It happens to all of us, sometimes multiple times a day. I have good news, ladies. There's a way to move through our stuckness faster so that we don't lose too much time.   But first we have to figure what kind of stuck we are.   What are the 4 reasons we get stuck and how do we move through each of them?   In this episode, we talk about how to get unstuck and how to move through our stuckness with greater ease.   Verbalizing is like giving your emotions a shower. It's out of your system and it's no longer festering inside. -Dana Malstaff   Things You'll Learn in This Episode   -How to know you're stuck  What are the telltale signs that something is keeping us from moving forward?   -Straight up overwhelm  When everything feels like it's….a lot, why do we need to do emotionless tasks?   -When you just feel a little dead inside What's the best way we can move through stuckness due to hormones?   -How to move through decision paralysis  If you've done all the research on something, you've definitely got enough information. How do you get out of feeling stuck and make a decision?  

Get some rest by verbalizing your pain to God, and trusting his faithfulness to you through Jesus Christ. Invest in True Sleep by: Sharing it with a friend who might benefit from it. Making a donation. Sending your ideas to improve the podcast to truesleepfeedback@gmail.com Purchasing a copy of A Small Book for the Hurting Heart: Meditations on Loss, Grief, and Healing and other resources from New Growth Press using these links. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/matt4155/support

Do you want to activate the creative power of God inside of you? When we speak God's Word, we are blessed in the doing, not in the knowing. Verbalizing your faith is a powerful way to write God's Word on the tablets of your own heart and establish it into the earth. In this video, we discuss the importance of speaking God's Word out loud and how it can help you to live a life of faith. Watch now to learn more and be blessed in the doing! #God #Faith #WordofGod #Blessings #CreativePower #VerbalizingFaith

Do repeating thoughts leave you feeling full of anger, hurt, or revenge? How can you begin to heal and let go of these painful feelings? My brain loves rumination. But my body doesn't. So when I begin to spiral with memories of painful moments or fantasies of karma, I need to do something -- anything -- to stop the spiral and release those feelings. Something to help me heal from the hurt and let it go. On this week's episode, I get into...What ruminating thoughts are and why we might have themHow I share my ugly thoughts with someone I trust in order to help healThis week's message from the Universe that warns of feeling stuck and how we need to begin to move forward againResources to check out…Episode 30: Create Moments for Child-Like JoyDon't forget to sign up to receive your weekly permission slip to do what you gotta do to strengthen your mental health and cultivate the life you want to live. Subscribe to Permission to Thrive now.Get your own personal tarot readingFollow Megan on Instagram and Twitter. Catch more Tarot Reflections on TikTok.Do you want to have your tarot cards read by me, on this podcast, for free? I've got my first ever 'Listener Readings' episode coming up. On this special episode, I'll be doing mental health tarot readings for your submitted questions. Up to five questions will be read on the podcast, so be sure to get your question in ASAP to have it shared on the first release of the series. I'll be reading them first come, first served. Send in your questions to tarotreflectionsquestions@gmail.com. Be sure to include: your question and any context you might want sharedthe name you want me to refer to you as (it can be your first name, it can be a fake name, or it can be one of those fun quote-unquote names people would create when writing into advice columnists!)your Sun sign, if not your Big ThreeKeep in mind, everything in your email would be shared on the podcast unless you specifically request a piece to remain private. Then be sure to tune in to the upcoming Listener Readings episode to see if your cards have been pulled. 

In this episode of Life after Kids, Dr. Brooke and Dr. Lynne emphasize the importance of investing in relationships with significant others for a more fulfilling life as the kids grow up. They recommend and discuss the book "Strength Based Marriages" by Jimmy Evans and Alan Kelsey for practical tips on improving relationships. The hosts stress the need for love and connection as a basic human need and acknowledge that those in abusive or struggling relationships may need therapy or intervention.Highlights include the importance of respecting and honoring differences between men and women, and the importance of giving our partners what they actually need, rather than what we want to give or think they need. They emphasize the importance of fulfilling the primary needs of our partners, with women commonly seeking security and stability, and men commonly seeking respect and honor in relationships.Verbalizing appreciation and gratitude to our partners, recognizing the behavior we want to see more of, and speaking positivity and thankfulness into our relationships are also discussed.Drs. Brooke and Lynne stress the importance of being on the same team as partners, rather than adversaries, and of remembering that you and your spouse are in this life after kids together. They emphasize the need for a united front in parenting and reinforcing with children the importance of respect for their partner.The episode concludes with the reminder that lifting up and respecting our partners does not take away from our own strength and power, and that investing in our relationships with significant others can create a loving and fulfilling life after kids. Timestamped Chapter Summary0:00:30 - Introduction to the podcast and topic0:01:18 - Discussion on Father's Day and loving on significant others0:02:09 - Importance of maintaining healthy relationships0:04:02 - Introduction to Strength Based Marriages book0:05:05 - Discussion on primary needs in relationships0:05:31 - Importance of identifying personal strengths in relationships0:06:29 - Discussion on the role of expectations in relationships0:07:54 - Importance of communication in relationships0:09:39 - Discussion on the impact of stress on relationships0:11:52 - Importance of forgiveness in relationships0:14:07 - Discussion on the role of intimacy in relationships0:16:22 - Importance of teamwork in relationships0:18:50 - Discussion on the impact of technology on relationships0:20:38 - Importance of positive reinforcement in relationships0:21:36 - Importance of prioritizing relationships0:23:10 - Discussion on the role of gratitude in relationships0:25:34 - Importance of self-care in relationships0:25:58 - Importance of not disrespecting your partner in front of your children0:27:25 - Discussion on the impact of personality differences on relationships0:29:39 - Importance of seeking professional help for relationship issues use AFTERKIDS15! for 15% off your purchase at www.ryzesuperfoods.com Enjoy the show, and we hope you learn a little bit more about living a fulfilling, vibrant, and meaningful Life after Kids! If you like what you hear please rate and review the podcast, hit subscribe, and pass it along to a friend. Making tomorrow even better than today, Dr. Brooke and Dr. Lynne PS... Don't forget to follow us! Instagram Facebook Tik Tok

Natalie Hankins joins me in this episode to share her caregiving story which spans 29 years and is still continuing. She is a caregiver for her now-adult children; as her son has autism and her daughter has Wolf-Hirschhorn Syndrome. Natalie championed through caregiving, finding the therapies that would work best for them including the Relationship Development Intervention by Dr. Steven Gutstein and the Visualizing and Verbalizing, Language Comprehension Program by Lindamood-Bell. She is proud of her 2 adult children and states she is living her purpose as a busy ‘mompreneur'. Natalie is a Life/ Business & Mindset Coach and was first certified as a life coach in 2018 from the Robbins-Madanes Center for Strategic Intervention (one of Tony Robbins' companies) and completed a second certification in mindset coaching in 2021 from The Life Coach School. Natalie loves serving 'mompreneurs', women entrepreneurs, and moms who have children with special needs. She loves to help other busy entrepreneurs achieve their business goals in less time so that they have more time to enjoy their lives.  To learn more about Natalie, visit her website

A retired professional describes his own experience receiving Visualizing and Verbalizing instruction at a Lindamood-Bell Learning Center.  

What do you say when someone asks you what makes your business different? Are you clear about your unique position or point of distinction or do you just say waht everyone else says about your selection, customer service and number of years you have been in business.Verbalizing a genuine point of difference is not easy but you can find what makes you unique by listening to today's episode of the Business Wingmen- Are You REALLY Different From Your Competition. Your co-hosts Steve Smith and Travis Smith will provide examples and a clear understanding of how to figure this out for yourself.

Kimberly Best, RN, MA, is an author, speaker and a Tennessee Rule 31 Listed Civil and Trained Family Mediator. She is the author of “How to Live Forever A Guide to Writing the Final Chapter of Your Life Story”" and is a speaker and trainer on the topics of conflict management, dispute resolution processes, life transitions, and how to make difficult decisions. Kim is the proud mother of 5 grown children and the grandmother of 4 lively little ones. Resources:Kim's website: http://www.bestconflictsolutions.comGo to https://GreenChef.com/gratitude60 and use code gratitude60 to get 60% off plus free shipping! This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at https://www.betterhelp.com/GRATITUDE and get on your way to being your best self. Timestamps: The Power of Gratitude [00:00:00] Gratitude is a tool that helps mitigate life's challenges and empowers individuals to have options other than the bad things that happen. Conflict as an Opportunity for Growth [00:03:52] Conflict is normal and an opportunity to grow and learn more about oneself and others. It is not about who is right or wrong, but about learning and understanding. Dealing with Conflict in Personal Relationships [00:09:15] When dealing with conflict, it is important to identify the problem to be solved and the need that needs to be met. It is not about making the other person the problem, but coming from a place of vulnerability and understanding. Identifying the problem [00:10:09] Kimberly Best talks about how identifying the problem is the first step in solving it together. Valuing the relationship over being right [00:11:19] The speakers discuss how valuing the relationship is more important than being right in a conflict. Avoiding conflict [00:17:10] Kimberly Best shares her experience with being conflict avoidant and how honesty is key in resolving conflicts. Sharing and Verbalizing [00:19:44] The benefits of sharing and verbalizing our problems with others to gain perspective and reduce their perceived magnitude. Conflict in the Workplace [00:23:25] Discussion of how workplace conflicts can be similar to personal conflicts, including the importance of getting to know colleagues on a personal level and having a voice in the workplace. Seeing the Present from a Lens of the Past [00:28:01] The negative impact of seeing the present through the lens of past conflicts and how it can prevent resolution and growth in relationships. Conflict can be an opportunity for growth [00:28:57] Kimberly Best discusses how conflict can be an opportunity for growth and how to approach conflict in personal relationships, family, and business. People can change [00:29:47] The host shares a story about a business leader who changed in a year, and Kimberly Best adds that people can change, and we should not define them based on their worst moment. The impact of negative behavior [00:34:18] Kimberly Best talks about the impact of negative behavior and how our natural instincts are to protect ourselves, avoid being hurt, and want to be right. She emphasizes the need to be aware of ourselves and the impact of our actions on our relationships. Symbolic Release [00:39:13] Kimberly Best suggests writing down past hurts and burning the paper as a symbolic way of letting go. She also recommends picturing a foggy globe and putting concerns in it, then handing it out to the universe. Gratitude as Conflict Mitigation [00:44:53] Gratitude is a tool that helps mitigate life's challenges and empowers individuals to have options other than the bad thing that's happening to them. It is short-term work for long-term freedom. Taking a Pause [00:46:27] When feeling emotional and angry, taking a pause is the best tool to use. It allows individuals to see more than their side and reflect on what was going on with them instead of what was going on with the other person. How to Live Forever [00:47:27] Kimberly Best talks about her book "How to Live Forever" which is a guide to writing the final chapter of your life story.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In today's episode, I discuss the twelfth step from Adult Children of Alcoholics & Dysfunctional Families World Service Organization's 12 Steps. Step 12: Having had a spiritual awakening as the result of these steps, we tried to carry this message to others who still suffer, and to practice these principles in all our affairs. What does this step mean? What is doesn't mean is that we try to force the 12 steps on someone else. Show rather than tell. Show people how your behavior has changed when dealing with problems rather than telling them all the things you've learned by following the steps. The 12 steps are a framework that helps you build up a toolset that allows you to act differently when confront with a problem or crisis. Use what you've learned to build boundaries and identify healthier behaviors on how to solve problems. Resource: New York Times Article: Teens Are Struggling Right Now. What Can Parents Do? Verbalizing your emotions is critical. Put your feelings into words as you're going through the 12 steps and remember that not everyone will want to use the steps—and that's okay. More Information about Let Go and Be Free: Want to learn more about Let Go and Be Free? Check out the Let Go and Be Free book series. Support the podcast by subscribing on substack and receive the newsletter. I'm not a medical expert. If you need help, please reach out to a medical professional.

What your eyes see, your brain is going to soak up. Makes sense, doesn't it? Creating vision boards at home and employing visualization techniques when you are at the gym are important parts of getting your body in shape.We do this by harnessing the power of our mind first. Never bad self-talk — ever! Self-deprecation is a problem — it's how we trick our minds into believing something isn't possible. And that's giving into the fear of failure — a fear which doesn't even really exist.See it in your mind first — and then go and create that victory, that ideal weight, or that magic number that you want to bench press. You're seeing the world through the lens of your experience, it's not the same for everybody. Change your inner world and change your external reality. When something bad happens, try verbalizing the positive. Andy is encouraging us to see the positive in this powerful episode of Optimal Alpha. Your outlook determines your outcome. Let's go get it!“Thoughts become things. What you think could become a reality.” - Andy NaylorIn This Episode:-Making lists and ticking the tasks off — creating a visual wall that you build up into a castle-Why self-deprecation is your worst enemy-Verbalizing the positive when you notice something bad happen-Your outlook determines your outcome-Getting out of the loop of having the same thoughts each day-Increasing the gap between a stimulus and your reaction-Giving yourself time to make better health decisionsBook a call with the NBD team today to see how we might best help you achieve your ‘Optimal Alpha'

"It's just different, that's all. He just needs a little bit of extra help."About This Episode: It's Father Friday!!!  I had a great conversation with Dad Don and I just loved what he had to say about raising a neurodivergent child. Here are just some of the things we discussed:-Overthinking how to "have a good day" and avoid meltdowns-Reframing: Your child just needs assistance. -Trying to figure it all out in the preschool years-"People are just people. You don't have to 'otherwise' them."-The importance of verbalizing our feelings and love for our kids-Finding compassion and turning off the "something's wrong" narrativeI ALWAYS welcome YOUR thoughts! Feel free to DM me on IG (@on.the.hard.days) or email me: ontheharddays@gmail.com. This podcast is what it is because of YOU.March registration for Mothers Together has officially begun! Not sure if it's right for you? You have until 3/10 to cancel for a FULL refund. There's nothing to lose - only community to gain! Save your spot at ontheharddays.com/motherstogether.And speaking of the podcast, YOU all recently got me to my goal of 100K downloads. Thank you!The best way to keep this podcast download streak is to:1) Subscribe to the podcast - your device will automatically download new episodes!2) Share the show with others - think therapists, pediatricians, and teachers!3) Leave a rating/review for the show - the Apple algorithm will push the show out to more moms who need the support and validation!THANK YOU, so very much, for your continued support! 

Dr. Rajesh Kana joined us to discuss current initiatives at the Cognition, Brain, and Autism Lab at the University of Alabama at Birmingham. He researches individuals with autism and interventions that can affect learning and brain function. A study using the  Visualizing and Verbalizing program is now enrolling participants. For more information: www.cbra.ua.edu (205) 202-0616 cbralab@ua.edu  

Verbalizing gratitude does not come easy to me. In this year of exploring my word of the year: WORTHY, I realized I need to let others know when I value them too. Today I share some recent attempts and how they went. #workinprogress Need some help in this area? I offer no obligation (really) coaching […] The post Showing Gratitude appeared first on Kami Schaal.

As we start the year, let's talk about PLANNING. Verbalizing an idea is great…executing on an idea is great… but can you take an idea and create a PLAN that makes execution seamless? 

Many times we only tell the story of what happened to us without realizing that we are disconnected from it. When we can tell others who are safe, what's happening IN us in the moment, based on what has happened in the past, we can move into healing. Take a listen to understand more.

Verbalizing with our children when they have big feelings is important, but what is the actual purpose and what should we expect it to achieve?I welcome Amy, a mom from the PDT community, to chat about verbalizing.We discuss:Managing expectations of verbalizing with our childrenThe importance of nonverbal communication during tantrumsHow we can show we're okay with our child's feelings besides verbalization  If you want to stay up to date on parenting, health, and development news or you want to be a parent guest on the podcast, sign up for our NewsletterAnd thanks to our sponsor: Brainiac Foods. To check out Brainiac Food's line of products and receive 20% off your order, visit the following link to save 20% off your order:brainiacfoods.com/discount/20PEDSDOC

Verbalizing with our children when they have big feelings is important, but what is the actual purpose and what should we expect it to achieve? I welcome Amy, a mom from the PDT community, to chat about verbalizing. We discuss: Managing expectations of verbalizing with our children The importance of nonverbal communication during tantrums How we can show we're okay with our child's feelings besides verbalization  Check out all the PedsDocTalk Courses for more guidance, tips, and support during parenthood. And thanks to our sponsor: Brainiac Foods. To check out Brainiac Food's line of products and receive 20% off your order, visit the following link to save 20% off your order: brainiacfoods.com/discount/20PEDSDOC Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Who do we love the most! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/tubtalkpod/support

Join Reverend Ben Cooper for this weeks Bible Study at Elim Swanley.We are on Apple Music, Amazon Music, I Heart Radio, Buzzsprout, Spotify, and multiple other Podcast platforms - you will find us under the title Reverend Ben Cooper's Podcast. 

I have another episode of Female empowered for you! In today's podcast, I talked about how you can deal with "problem" clients.Service providers always interact with other people, and oftentimes, when we do that, there is bound to be poor communication or difficulties with “problem” clients. In this podcast, I will share the underlying reason why this type of client exists and the responsibility that we, as owners, have to take as we look inward as to how we created that situation.What I Tell OthersThere are two reasons why there are “problem” clients. One is because the company does not have a clear outline of its mission, vision, and core values. Next is because they have an ideal community, ideal customer, and ideal buyer.If you are having problems with clients or if you just want to know how to deal with them in the future, listen to this podcast, and I truly hope it helps you understand such a situation.Let's talk about:  ·      Two things I tell people about “problem” clients·      Narrowing down your business niche to avoid “problem” clients·      What kind of value is your business adding to your clients' lives·      Putting your business out there to the wrong people·      The value proposition of your business and how it attracts the right people·      Go after clients who have a need and budget for your services·      The “angry” client – understanding them·      How do we prevent “angry” clients·      Verbalizing things from the client's perspective·      Don't make excuses, don't argue back·      A soft answer turns away wrath, but harsh words stir up anger·      Not talking to clients over the phone to not escalate the situation·      What to do if a client is being unreasonable·      The importance of having a contract with your clients·      Moving away from emotions and focusing on the facts of the situation·      Not all clients are right every time, but they deserve respect·      Working with clients and staff members who have different expectations·      Learning to ask the right questions: one of the best skills business owners should develop·      Clarity and clearer expectations·      Taking on too many projects – another reason why you create angry clients·      Ways to stop taking on too much·      How to deal with clients who “waste our time”·      Setting boundaries·      Empowering your staff to deal with “time wasters”If you find that you frequently have “problem” clients in your business, I encourage you to go back and listen to my previous podcast on mission, vision, and core values. You can also check out my Ideal Customer workshop and intensive master class to avoid these kinds of clients in the future. You can learn more about this workshop at christagurka.com under the Learning Library tab. Looking for advice and resources to help you market and grow your clinic or client-based business? Visit my website or follow me on Instagram!Thanks for listening! If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a review for the show to help other female fitness and wellness professionals find our podcast! Interested in being a guest on a future Female Friday episode? Email me at Christa@pilatesinthegrove.com!

Robert struggled with literacy and comprehension his entire life. For years, he relied on his wife Lorinda whenever a task required reading or writing. Everything was about to change when 60-year-old Robert was presented with an inspiring volunteer opportunity. It would require training, including the successful completion of a college-level course. Anticipating the challenge, Robert enrolled at a Lindamood-Bell to improve his learning ability and prepare.  Lorinda and Robert describe his life-changing experience—how Visualizing and Verbalizing instruction "opened up his mind," and improved his communication skills and his ability to make decisions.

Using words to describe emotions seems as though it won't have an affect on how we heal. However, new research shows that emotions that are not expressed are a part of the missing link for healing. Whether thats with ourselves or in relationships. I unpack the reason for this and why it's so important to start sharing these felt emotions whether you are a male or female. I hope you gain a new perspective on emotions and their purpose.

In this episode, parents describe their son's speech delays and associated struggles. Direct stimulation of concept imagery at Lindamood-Bell improved his language comprehension and thinking. They noticed it in communication, academics, and everyday life.

When you find yourself in the management role, no one tells you that a large part of it is helping our teams manage their stress. Yes, this means the stress they feel while at work, but stress is not easily compartmentalized and our teams are bringing stress from home into the workplace. What can we do as managers to help the team deal with stress, ensure their wellbeing, and cultivate a positive practice culture? Today's guest is Leah Parris, one of 2022's VHMA Emerging Leaders Program Scholarship recipients and Practice Manager at Loving Hands Animal Clinic in Georgia. Leah began her career 15 years ago as a technician and has worked her way into management. In addition, Leah is a certified compassion fatigue professional and makes it clear that she is concerned about the wellbeing and happiness of her staff. In this episode, Leah shares ways that she does just that and tips on providing the safe space your team needs to deal with various stressors in this field. Show Notes: [2:23] - Team stress impacts the whole practice. It has a domino effect. [4:01] - When home life is stressful, it can be hard to separate how we feel when we're at work. [5:02] - Stress is inevitably taken home from work as well. [6:13] - Validating someone's stress is the first important step. [7:15] - Managers are not mental health professionals but can and should direct concerns to someone who can help. [8:36] - Sometimes a moment to vent is all someone needs. Leah has check-ins with her team to offer a listening ear. [10:51] - There may be simple fixes to some stressful situations. [12:12] - Teams can support each other as well and sometimes that is as simple as acknowledgement and validation. [14:20] - Verbalizing why we love the job and our appreciation for team members can help take the edge off the stress. [16:01] - There's a balance in talking about the stress and acknowledging it. [17:01] - Incorporating fun and light activities can remind us why we love the job. [18:32] - The reality is that pay can sometimes not be changed. We can find other ways to show appreciation. [19:51] - There's no approach to stress relief if we don't address the problem. [21:04] - The pandemic has increased stress for clinic staff and clients. [22:31] - When it comes to personal stress, find things that help relieve the stress you have. [23:56] - You should not ever vent to your staff. [25:14] - Be mindful and acknowledge the reasons for the stress. Thank you for listening. Remember you are not in this alone. Visit our website for more resources. Links and Resources: VHMA Web Page VHMA Coronavirus Resources VHMA Facebook VHMA Twitter VHMA on Linkedin Leah Parris on LinkedIn Loving Hands Animal Clinic Website

Sonya Dreizler and Liv Gagnon are the Founders of Choir, the financial services industry's first diversity certification program for conferences. Choir is focused on amplifying the voices of women, non-binary people, and people of color in the financial services industry.  Sonya Dreizler is a speaker, writer, and consultant dedicated to fostering conversations about gender and race in financial services. Her 20 years of industry experience include 14 years in traditional financial and investment roles. Before founding Solutions with Sonya and co-founding Choir, Sonya served as the President and CEO of Protected Investors of America. She completed her bachelor's degree at the University of California, Los Angeles. Liv Gagnon is a media relations specialist, PR consultant, and branding expert who has helped many companies launch into the public eye. She is the founder of Portaga Creative, a brand messaging and strategic communications consultancy that serves financial companies driven by social value. After graduating from Belmont University with a bachelor's degree in Public Relations, Liv worked with several organizations in public relations, including DVL Seigenthaler and FiComm Partners. Sonya and Liv join me today to discuss the importance of fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion in wealth management and financial services. They share their backgrounds and describe how they met and founded Choir. They explain how Choir is helping standardize representation in wealth management and financial services conferences through their pledge and certification programs. They also underscore the value of advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion in any industry and highlight how conference organizers and allies can contribute to the effort.   “In finance, we've heard a lot of the same type of voice for a long time, but, just like a choir, we can better serve the industry and the public when we hear from everybody's voices and perspectives.” - Sonya Dreizler   This week on The Model FA Podcast: How Sonya began her career in the broker-dealer and RIA industry The values Choir is founded upon as a company Liv's background and her journey to starting her own branding and PR consulting firm What Choir is, its mission, and how Sonya and Liv came up with the company's name The Choir pledge and certification program for conferences Changing the financial services industry's perception of diversity and representation How Choir is spreading awareness on diversity, equity, and inclusion in wealth management and financial services Why industries should care about representation How conference organizers can help advance the cause of diversity, equity, and inclusion in the industry Where Sonya thinks conferences are heading in the next few years   Resources Mentioned: Book: Professional Troublemaker: The Fear-Fighter Manual by Luvvie Ajayi Jones Book: Pachinko by Min Jin Lee Book: Mediocre: The Dangerous Legacy of White Male America by Ijeoma Oluo Book: So You Want to Talk About Race by Ijeoma Oluo Book: Will by Will Smith Book: Can't Hurt Me: Master Your Mind and Defy the Odds by David Goggins   Our Favorite Quotes: “Avoid doing something purely for the purpose of checking the box; you have to have the right intention around it.” - David DeCelle “Representation is not just ‘nice to have.' It's good for business and moving an industry forward; it brings new perspectives that drive innovation, new technologies, new networks, and entire communities we're looking to serve.” - Liv Gagnon “It's tough to care about something you can't see, feel, or touch. Verbalizing your mindset is always helpful.” - David DeCelle   Connect with Choir: Choir Choir Voices Choir on LinkedIn Choir on Instagram Choir on Twitter Email: info@hellochoir.com   Connect with Sonya Dreizler: Sonya Dreizler on LinkedIn Sonya Dreizler on Instagram Sonya Dreizler on Twitter   Connect with Liv Gagnon: Liv Gagnon on LinkedIn Liv Gagnon on Twitter   About the Model FA Podcast   The Model FA podcast is a show for fiduciary financial advisors. In each episode, our host David DeCelle sits down with industry experts, strategic thinkers, and advisors to explore what it takes  to build a successful practice — and have an abundant life in the process. We believe in continuous learning, tactical advice, and strategies that work — no “gotchas” or BS. Join us to hear stories from successful financial advisors, get actionable ideas from experts, and re-discover your drive to build the practice of your dreams.    Did you like this conversation? Then leave us a rating and a review in whatever podcast player you use. We would love your feedback, and your ratings help us reach more advisors with ideas for growing their practices, attracting great clients, and achieving a better quality of life. While you are there, feel free to share your ideas about future podcast guests or topics you'd love to see covered.    Our Team: President of Model FA, David DeCelle   If you like this podcast, you will love our community! Join the Model FA Community on Facebook to connect with like-minded advisors and share the day-to-day challenges and wins of running a growing financial services firm.

Karen describes her teen daughter's incredible results with Visualizing and Verbalizing instruction via a Lindamood-Bell Learning Center. At Lindamood-Bell, we develop the imagery-language foundation for learning and thinking. We believe all individuals can learn to read and comprehend to their potential.

How can you jumpstart healing from the social hurt of rejection? Take the best care of yourself as possible! It depends a lot on your mindset. Verbalizing thankfulness will help you heal.

Welcome back to another episode of Understanding Disordered Eating. Today, we're sitting down with Meredith Glidden who is a licensed creative arts therapist and psychoanalyst. She is a psychotherapist with a private practice in New York City, and works with adolescents and adults with a specialty in substance use. She has presented on intersections of psychoanalysis and creative arts therapy and she's currently a board member of the Institute for Expressive Analysis where she also serves as their Director of Admissions.    Meredith is going to walk us through the meaning and impact of a psychoanalysis and let us in on the definitions of the important terminologies in relation to the psychotherapy. Make sure to stay tuned ‘til the end because she will also touch on the idea of attachment. Let's dive in!    [00:01 - 7:01] Opening Segment I introduce the topic for this episode  Meredith further defines Psychoanalysis Going in and going deeper A vulnerable commitment to yourself  Understanding the why instead of changing it    [7:02 - 35:01] Defining Psychotherapy, Psychodynamics, and other Terminologies Psychoanalytic work happens more frequently compared to psychodynamic therapy Breaking the stigma of psychotherapy  Defining the unconscious mind Drives our behaviors  Driver seat metaphor Defining free association Verbalizing thoughts that come to mind Not a linear thought pattern What it means when we say “defenses” Something that safeguards our mind that would cause anxiety  Meredith talks about examples of defenses  Significance of Dreams  Taking note of the images and story lines of our dreams  Understanding transference  Helps recognize patterns  [35:02 - 39:44] Understanding the idea of Attachment  How we interact and connect with people  Final words     Tweetable Quotes:   “I believe that it's really the relationship that heals. It's the relationship that is the repetitive experience.” - Meredith Glidden   “It is such an incredible gift to yourself to think more deeply about your own mind.” - Meredith Glidden Connect with Meredith Glidden on Psychology Today!   LEAVE A REVIEW + help someone who may need this podcast by sharing this episode.   You can connect with me, Rachelle Heinemann on Instagram, through my website www.rachelleheinemann.com, or email me directly at rachelle@rachelleheinemann.com.    

I was looking through some old pictures the other day; pictures of my childhood, pictures of relatives and friends, many who are no longer here with us.  Sitting alone in my study, I found myself verbalizing those memories.  “Wow, that sure was a great cowboy suit.”  I said looking at one Christmas photo.  “I remember that old car dad used to drive.” The past can be relived, at least to some degree, through memories. And memories can be relived through pictures. Looking at old pictures from your past takes you back to that exact moment. Perfectly captured forever in space and time. Your mind wonders off and slowly but surely you disappear into the stories of your mind. Childhood, adolescence, stories about, love, happiness, friendship, heartache, lost. Sometimes too painful to relive, sometimes you don't want to leave. Sadness, nostalgia, melancholy. And all of that relived through pictures.Has looking at a picture ever made you verbalize a memory about someone?  “I sure do miss you dad.”  I've said that before.  “I think you would be proud of your children.” I've said things like that before.  But, was I wrong to do that?  Did I cross a line?Join Dr. T. D. Worthington for this week's edition of PathLight as we take a look at this interesting study.

I used to go to school with Jessica. At Harvard, we met often between parties, travels and class breaks. But this time, we met to talk about life and business. Jessica is the Founder and CEO of Bonny, the only deliciously clean and sustainably packaged fibre supplements brand on the market. On her second start-up, Jessica has many learning points to share with us on her journey leaving corporate life and setting up 2 start-ups. Moments of change Jessica gets asked about her move out of corporate life a lot - people thinking about jumping out, people on the fence, everyone wanting to know what the right time is to make the move. For her, she was working already within the industry, so that allowed her to meet lots of entrepreneurs. In some way, being close to this world helped her lose the fear, even if she also had lots of questions. She reminds us: "There is never a right time to start a business" Jessica started to look for her first business while still at her prior job and came across an opportunity to set up something already backed by VC money, a luxury not many entrepreneurs have. That was Olika, where she spent 4 years as CEO of Olika, a design-forward brand reinventing hand-sanitiser. But they were ahead of the pandemic and Jessica exited in 2019. In business, timing is everything. Soul Searching meets pandemic "Entrepreneurship is an all-encompassing brain activity". When leaving, Jessica wanted to take time off.  She was soul searching and doing freelance consulting work - but when the pandemic hit she found herself unemployed and jobs dried up. She went through a period of learning and started attending all possible webinars, ensuring she kept her knowledge fresh. At the same time, she started working on her health and nutrition. She had exercised all her life but not really thought about her food or combined the 2. In fact, as she says, "she would exercise to eat". As she was tracking her calories and fibre intake, she realized it was super important but also VERY hard to get enough fibre. That's when the entrepreneur hat came back in. And Bonny was created. Launching Bonny during a pandemic Jessica had her product idea, it was time to get it off the ground. She reached out to manufacturers and had to launch the business in a whole different way. She had a factory tour over Facetime and all contacts had to be virtual. The physicality was a big difference, especially when people are also taking a bet on you as a new product business. Packaging was another challenge. Jessica was committed to fully sustainable packaging - plastic-free. But when the labels and packaging got put together, the labelling would not stick!! That is what you get by not being able to test and play with the paper in advance. Who would have thought something would not stick! Entrepreneur moments. First vs. second business There were more differences the second time around - and not all pandemic related. When launching Bonny, Jessica had then a track record as an entrepreneur, and people responded easier to her emails and calls. After all, she had launched a business and achieved traction before. That was key to get credibility with manufacturers in a period where many people were trying to get e-commerce businesses going.  Another key change was that Jessica chose not to go multi-channel on Bonny. For her first brand, she was everywhere from Target to Moms and Pops shops. However, for this product, Jessica decided to focus exclusively on the e-commerce channel, selling direct and making her website the best it can be. Whilst she knows she will go multi-channel in the future, right now she wants to control the story and keep people engaged at trybonny.com. Entrepreneur wisdom "Patient is a well-learnt virtue" When we talked about advice to entrepreneurs, Jessica was quick to react! She wishes she had known how long things can take, usually, beyond the worse expectations. Through this process, she constantly reminded herself that this journey was a marathon, not a sprint. She brought me back to Pridhee's episode, telling me how it was so important to just celebrate the small wins! This has definitely been a constant with the entrepreneurs I met. Whatever the wins mean to you, you need to celebrate those small moments because the speed of want is faster in entrepreneurship and can be even harder to come by. "It is serious but not that serious" That is Jessica's other piece of advice. Make sure you enjoy what you are doing because, at the end of the day, it is a journey and an experience. So it is important to try and enjoy and also have fun while you are on it. Life through covid Jessica stayed in New York through the pandemic and can attest to the fact that NY apartments are not geared to lockdown. It was through these times that she started devoting time to her health and fitness, and to taking care of herself. She focused on using time as wisely as possible, she engaged in lots of learning and she also focused on herself. It was important to recognise that time is precious and this period of life was about enduring time in a different way. As part of her journey, Jessica also started meditating, which helped ground her and centre herself. And naturally, nutrition played a huge role in this (and led her to create Bonny). A central part of her journey through Covid-19 was friends and family. It is important to have "a bench circle" of people with whom you can be your real self. These will also be the same people that will give you a safe space to communicate the good, not so good, and the bad days. Verbalizing is an important part of this. When Jessica realized the lockdown was not going to be 2 weeks but rather 12 to 18 months, there were no doubt some tough times. And in those times, it was ok to be able to say: "I am having a rough day today" Looking forward A post-pandemic environment opens up a lot of opportunities for Bonny. In her prior brand, Jessica had attended trade shows and had customers test the product. Now, all she has are virtual reviews. Taste is very subjective, so she is looking forward to getting out there and getting real-life customer feedback and sampling the product so she can continue to create and enhance flavours. Oh, and naturally she is very keen to meet her suppliers and to have moments of personal connection with her team, that she has built entirely remotely. As a hope or prediction, she expects the focus on health and nutrition to continue so she will be keen to continue to be part of this movement and get the word out! Before we go... Advice: Don't sweat it, pick something you like. 2020 Challenge: Being unemployed during the pandemic. And she knows her 4-walls a little too well. 2020 Lesson: It's time, use it as wisely as you can. 2021 Book: Warnings: Finding Cassandras to Stop Catastrophes, Richard A. Clarke 2021 Word: Hope Connect with us Meet Jessica on Linkedin  Get Bonny (US only) and follow them on Instagram Join our free community online and on Facebook Follow me on Linkedin, Instagram or Twitter Produced by Alice Stansfield

verbal lovers are the best!!! hear me out!

This one was tough.  The first half of this episode was only a part of what I was planning to release last week. Then, the ADHD won. My heart is heavy though, and this episode explains why...- - -Visit our website: https://adhddiversified.caJoin MJ and the rest of the ADHD reWired Podcast Family for a live Q&A every second Tuesday of the month! Register at https://www.adhdrewired.com/events/Check out the other podcasts with the ADHD reWired Podcast Network:ADHD reWired with Eric TiversADHD Essentials with Brendan MahanHacking your ADHD with Will CurbThe ADHD Friendly Lifestyle with Moira Maybin

Running thru the latest moment of weakness, and practical applications. Thanks to Donny D for his encouragement (https://anchor.fm/donny-duckbutter) Never give up.

No amount of magic will give you success. Larry is with Ivan Earle, founder of the African American Leadership Council within a Forbes 1000 company, to talk about what a serial winner is and how to become one. In this episode, Ivan shares his...

We are born blank slates. Before we can form a sense of who we are, our identities are formed based on the thoughts, perceptions, and projections of others. Verbalizing those thoughts, perceptions, and projections then becomes our inner voice. My thoughts on how self-awareness can lead to identifying who we truly are and shape our inner voice.

On this episode of The SavvyCast, my husband Zane  shares how SWOT can be a useful tool for improving marriage and other important relationships.  What is SWOT? SWOT stands for strengths, weaknesses, opportunities and threats, and the SWOT model is used in most businesses. The concept can also be applied to other entities as well, such as marriage, a business partnership, a friendship and more. The model below shows the 4 elements of SWOT. How to use S.W.O.T. to assess your marriage. Follow the steps below with your spouse, and be honest in your answers. When you share weaknesses, it is wise to share YOUR weaknesses in the marriage and let your spouse share his/hers. Remember that the weaknesses you are zeroing in on are the ones that directly affect your marriage. Pinpoint Your Strengths Strengths are internal, positive attributes of your marriage. These are things that are within your control and that you and your spouse can build upon to make a strong marriage even stronger. Below are a few things that Zane and I consider strengths in our marriage. You and your spouse might have similar strengths or very different ones. This is where using SWOT is so helpful. Some questions below will help you discover specific strengths in your relationship. What areas of our marriage are working well? (i.e. goals, conversation, problem solving) What things do we have in common that we enjoy?  (i.e. skills, hobbies, friends, interests) What unique differences make us "better together"? Here are some of the strengths that Zane and I found in our marriage: a shared spiritual world view (Christian faith);  mutual desire for personal growth; ability to use humor in conflict;  mutually goal oriented and focused,; both love marriage growth and marriage ministry; mutual love of entertaining; enjoy conversation; shared philosophy of money; similar parenting philosophy. Different enneagram types (3 and 8) are helpful in building couple relationships and setting boundaries. Pinpoint Your Own Weaknesses Weaknesses are negative factors that detract from or weaken the marriage. The weaknesses that each person brings to the marriage must first be recognized and then improved. Here are some questions to help each person discover weaknesses that he or she brings to the relationship. Are there some limiting aspects that I bring to marriage?  Examples could be a health condition,  a financial issue, aging parents, grueling work schedule, etc..... Are there personality traits that tend to cause problems in the marriage? (i.e. am I selfish, critical, harsh, passive aggressive, lazy, whiny, nagging, etc...). Are there any harmful issues that need immediate attention? (i.e. an addiction, an affair, an inappropriate or dangerous relationship, friends who aren't "for" the marriage, etc....... Zane and I listed as some of our weaknesses: we are both driven by distractions; we are both very independent; we have different temperaments and communication styles;   we have different love languages; we have different enneagram types that make for some difficulties too deep to explain here. Find Opportunities for Becoming Better Opportunities are external factors in your marriage that can make the relationship better or stronger. Opportunities are often ushered in during new seasons of life or transitions in work. Are there people who can make us better together? Examples might be new friends, hobbies, church relationships, etc... Are there upcoming events or seasons that can give us time or resources to grow better? (i.e. empty nest, retirement, new career, business opportunity, etc....) Zane and I have opportunities with a soon to be empty nest. We will have more time to minister together and nurture positive relationships and couple friendships. We will also have more time to focus on each other and start a hobby together. Zane will be more involved with my business goals, and I will also start traveling more with him. Find Potential Threats in the Marriage Threats are external factors that can tear your marriage down or break it apart. Recognizing the threats will help us all protect our marriages and set boundaries in place. Here are some questions to ask to help identify potential threats. Am I practicing independent behavior that my spouse dislikes or that weakens our marriage? (i.e. separate friend groups, separate pursuits, separate spending habits? Am I holding secrets or engaging in secretive behavior? Examples might be a relationship that is posing a danger to the marriage, conversations with someone that are out of bounds, online risks such as pornography, conversing with old flames on social media, etc.... Are we facing hardships that will make marriage harder? Financial crisis, health crisis, wayward child, another man/woman, etc..... A few threats that Zane and I found in our marriage revolved around independent pursuits, not traveling together, and  letting busyness and distraction make us both susceptible to outside temptation. Verbalize your plan of action. Once you use SWOT to assess your marriage in all 4 areas, verbalize to one another your action plan. Each of you will speak out loud to the other specific ways YOU will change or contribute to make the marriage better. Verbalizing these makes it more real, and writing them done solidifies them even more. Some examples of plans of action might be the following: I will travel with you more. I will soften my harsh tone during an argument. I will initiate sex more often rather than leaving that to you. I will stop talking to this person who is a danger to our relationship. I will always wear my wedding band and speak well of you in public. I will support you in front of the kids (and disagree with you behind closed doors). There are many more ways we can verbalize a plan of action. Just remember that your plan of action is what YOU plan to do, so you will use "I will......." statements. Use SWOT in Any Other Important Relationship This SWOT assessment can be used in any other important relationship. Just go through the steps and plug in the relationship you are working in. Instead of marriage, it might be child. Parent. Business partner. Friend. Etc.... If you use SWOT in any of these ways, we would love to hear back from you! If you will share your thoughts, experiences or feedback in the comments below, we can all see how this works in real relationships. Relationships are hard, and they take work. But they are worth it. As always, thanks so much for stopping by. Be blessed, and stay savvy!!!

The DSM-V defines depression as: “The presence of sad, empty, or irritable mood, accompanied by somatic, and cognitive changes that significantly affect the individual's capacity to function” More specifically the DSM lists the criteria for a Major depressive episode as 5 or more of the following symptoms when they occur during the same 2-week period and at least one of the symptoms is depressed mood or loss of interest or pleasure. Depressed mood most of the day, nearly every day Diminished interest or pleasure in all or almost all activities Significant weight loss or gain when not dieting, or change in appetite Insomnia or hypersomnia nearly everyday Movement agitation or slowing Fatigue or loss of energy Feelings of worthlessness or excessive guilt Diminished ability to think or concentrate Recurrent thoughts of death If your teen exhibits some of these symptoms, what are you to do? Pay attention to thoughts: Depression is primarily about mood, but our thoughts can have a significant impact on the way we feel. So, helping your teen to label and verbalize his/her thoughts can be very helpful. Sometimes teenagers get stuck in a cycle of negative thinking and are not aware of the pattern. Verbalizing these thoughts helps your teen to become more aware of them and how they are impacting feelings. Talk with your teen about their thoughts and ask them to decide if they are unhelpful. If the thoughts are unhelpful brainstorm new, more helpful thoughts that can replace the negative cycle. Through practice they will begin to recognize and understand how thoughts impact mood. Go HERE to read more about ways to get your teen talking. Pay attention to Feelings: Some teens have a hard time expressing what they feel. They are really good at bottling their feelings inside. Unfortunately, for most teens bottled up feelings lead towards explosions of anger or periods of depression. So, helping your teen to express their feelings (no matter how difficult) is a great way to improve mood. You can do this by empathizing with their emotions. Empathy is a three-step process: Listen carefully to what your teen is saying Go inside yourself and ask, “what would I be feeling right now” Express your empathy through a statement such as You feel ______________because _______________. Empathizing with your teen's feelings helps them to be more aware, and makes you a safe place for emotional discussion. Seek Professional Help: Sometimes, all of our best efforts do not have the impact we hope for and it is necessary to seek professional help. Reaching out to your primary medical provider is a good place to start. Most practitioners can provide an initial screening for depression and suggest trusted resources for mental health services.   Professional Counselors (LCPC) are specifically trained and licensed by their respective states to provide treatment for depression. It can be unsettling but a professional counselor can accurately diagnose the problem and provide individualized treatment to meet the needs or your teen. The best counselors create a strong sense of safety for their clients. They develop specific goals and openly discuss treatment strategies. Helping your teen with depression may seem difficult. Start by paying attention to their thoughts and feelings. If your teen does not improve or things get worse, talk to your primary medical provider or a professional counselor. They will walk with you on the journey to healing. To learn more about my approach to individual counseling go HERE To learn more about how I use EMDR to treat depression go HERE If your teen is depressed call me at 217-231-1413 to get help. References: American Psychiatric Association. (2013). Diagnostic and statistical manual of mental disorders (5th ed.). Join the Facebook group connectionsquincy.com