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Fear, jealousy, and insecurity are some of the most common struggles couples face in the lifestyle, swinging, open relationships, and ethical non-monogamy. But what should you actually do when those feelings show up?In this episode of The Naughty Gym Show, April and Scott talk about the normal fears that come up in the lifestyle, including body comparison, fear of being replaced, anxiety around texting, repeat partners, kissing, solo dates, separate-room play, and the stories our brains create when we feel triggered.Most couples respond to fear by creating a new rule. Sometimes that can be helpful. Temporary agreements can act as scaffolding while trust and emotional capacity are being built. But when rules become the permanent solution, they can quietly turn into a cage.Scott and April introduce two practical frameworks from their upcoming Wild Love Theory workbook:The R.U.L.E. Pattern React to the TriggerUnpack the PainLimit the BehaviorEnforce the RuleThis is the common path couples take when fear shows up.The F.R.E.E. Framework Find the Real FearReexamine the StoryExpress the Need Without ControlExpand CapacityThis is a healthier way to process jealousy and insecurity without immediately turning fear into restriction.They also share personal examples from their own non-monogamous journey, including how insecurity can be connected to body image, relationship load, disconnection, old wounds, overwhelm, and feeling undesirable or unchosen.This episode is for anyone in the lifestyle, curious about ethical non-monogamy, or trying to understand how to deal with jealousy, rules, boundaries, insecurity, and fear without making each other smaller.The goal is not to build enough rules that nobody ever gets scared. The goal is to build enough capacity that fear no longer has to run the relationship.Learn more about our events, community, retreats, podcast, and upcoming book at NaughtyGym.com.Investor Info:scott@wandervest.worldNaughty Gym Info:Naughty Gym Website- www.naughtygym.comNaughty Gym Patreon- https://www.patreon.com/cw/NaughtyGymOur Upcoming Events:1. X Club Toronto Invasion - June 25-28th, 2026- https://www.tickettailor.com/events/naughtygym/21095782. Barcelona Adventure Trip - August 14-21st, 2026- https://www.naughtygym.com/barcelona-20263. El Salvador Retreat - October 12-17th, 2026- https://www.naughtygym.com/naughty-gym-el-salvador4. Wild & Wise Women's Retreat - November 8-11th, 2026- https://www.naughtygym.com/Wild-Wise5. Mancation Men's Retreat - November 8-11th, 2026- https://www.naughtygym.com/mancation-mountain6. Naughty Gym's Holidaze - November 15-20th, 2026- https://www.naughtygym.com/smoky-mountain-holidaze7. Be Better At Being Bad - January 2-9th, 2027- https://hedonism.com/bbbb#LifestylePodcast #EthicalNonMonogamy #SwingersLifestyle #OpenRelationships #Jealousy #RelationshipAdvice #NonMonogamy #LifestyleCouples #NaughtyGym #WildLoveTheory
Proverbs 31 is known for its instruction for an Excellent Wife. Although this chapter can be intimidating, today, we'll discuss how God will give wisdom to anyone who desires to follow these wise words in their home. Join us! DISCUSSION AND STUDY QUESTIONS: 1. Verse 1 tells us that the proverbs in this chapter were the words of King Lemuel. According to the podcast, who might he be? Ultimately, do we need to know his identity? 2. Proverbs 31 can be pretty intense. Yet, verse 1 tells us who first taught these principles to King Lemuel. Who was that? Does this help us accept these truths? Ultimately, should that matter to us? 3. In verse 3, why do you think Lemuel's mom warns the king about giving his strength to women? What does this look like? According to verse 3, why is this a problem? 4. What is being warned about in verses 4 to 7? According to these verses, who should not be drinking wine or strong drink? Why? In these verses, what exception is given as a sensible use of alcohol? What might be a modern application of this principle? 5. Verses 8 & 9 speak of the influence that kings have. Who (or whom) should they be using their influence for? What might this look like in our day and age? 6. The podcast mentioned that verses 10 to 31 form an acrostic in the Hebrew language. Why do you think King Lemuel's mother gave him these principles in this acrostic format? How important do you think this acrostic was for him to remember this all those years later? 7. Read over verses 10 to 31. a. What principles do you see regarding how a wise wife relates to her husband? b. What principles relate to how she handles her children? c. What principles relate to how she handles her home? 8. If you're a wife, take a moment and evaluate how your own life conforms (or does not conform) to these principles. Are there any areas where you need to improve? 9. If you're not a wife, read over verses 10 to 31 and write down the principles that are generic enough that the principle relates to everyone. Are there any principles here that are exclusive to wives? 10. As you reflect on the principles of the Wise & Excellent Wife, is this standard "impossible"? As you reflect on how we have any spiritual growth, what spiritual realities must be present within a person to live according to this chapter? How might you grow in these spiritual realities, in order that you may grow in the principles from this chapter? Check out our Bible Study Guide on the Key Chapters of Genesis! Available on Amazon just in time for the Genesis relaunch in January! To see our dedicated podcast website with access to all our episodes and other resources, visit us at: www.keychapters.org. Find us on all major platforms, or use these direct links: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/6OqbnDRrfuyHRmkpUSyoHv Itunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/366-key-chapters-in-the-bible/id1493571819 YouTube: Key Chapters of the Bible on YouTube. As always, we are grateful to be included in the "Top 100 Bible Podcasts to Follow" from Feedspot.com. Also for regularly being awarded "Podcast of the Day" from PlayerFM. Special thanks to Joseph McDade for providing our theme music.
I had a great conversation with Karen Dodd on her Wise Women Weekdays platform, giving my perspectives on life, "God' and this realm, plus a couple of music industry reflections.If you have found value in my work and would like to support its continuation, please consider becoming one of my Patreon supporters which gets you access to exclusive content that I don't post elsewhere. You can join up here:https://www.patreon.com/user?u=113137448To support my output through Buy Me A Coffee:https://buymeacoffee.com/markdevlinTo support me via Paypal.com donation, find me at paypal.com under the e-mail address markdevlinuk@gmail.com
Do you ever get that feeling that there's an invisible fence around you that you can't see, therefore how will you break free from it? And mature women with decades of spiritual training really feel this. We've been down in the excavation. We have removed the layers. We've seen the things. We've had the revelations. We have changed. We have transformed. We have alchemized. And then we still feel that invisible fence. What do we do about that? Today, we have Cheryl Stelte on the call, who is a spiritual coach, a master healer, speaker and she is the founder of The Star of Divine Light Institute. She's gonna help us with some beautiful revelations and insights. Join us, to find out more! Cheryl Stelte is a best selling author, a healer and a mentor for over 27 years. She offers personalized chakra readings and subconscious reprogramming. Her 5 day, in person Break Through retreat is designed to overcome obstacles and heal the subconscious blocks holding you back and help you step into the most powerful version of your true self. She created The Azarias Energy Healing Certification. An intensely transformational nine month chakra healing program to become a clear channel for spirit, find the unique healing modality lying dormant within. Learn how to develop it and teach it to others. The Shining Throat Chakra program finds the root cause of neck and throat issues. Personalized, self paced, spiritual healing targeted for your throat chakra, the gateway of empowerment and expression of your soul's purpose. Cheryl has also transformed her own personal journey from frustration to fulfillment into her Client Magnet Program to help coaches release limiting beliefs, clear subconscious energetic blocks and empower themselves to attract ideal clients and gain financial success. Watch or listen to the show for practical tips to learn what invisible fences may be holding you back from your true potential and practical tips on what you can do about it. You’re Invited! CHERYL STELTE BIO Cheryl Stelte is a spiritual coach, master healer, speaker, and 3-time bestselling author. She is the founder of the Star of Divine Light Institute and creator of the Azarias Energy Healing work. For over 30 years, Cheryl has guided spiritually mature women who have spent years in meditation, therapy, and personal growth—yet still sense something deeper has not fully shifted. She leads them through profound subconscious and nervous system reprogramming that creates deep shifts that truly last. Rather than adding more surface-level practices, Cheryl's work goes to the root of long-held survival patterns, helping women experience real breakthroughs and become their own energy workers. Her clients don't just gain insight—they embody who they truly are beneath the patterns. With decades of experience across trauma-informed healing, spiritual leadership, meditation, and energetic re-patterning, Cheryl brings both depth and precision to the transformational work she leads. LINKS Web: https://starofdivinelight.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cheryl.stelte/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5vWo_w4cKOnBeM_M0qsUnA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/steltecheryl/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/cheryl-stelte/ YOUR GUIDE TO SOUL NECTAR: KERRI HUMMINGBIRD Kerri Hummingbird, Medicine Woman, Mother and Mentor, is the Founder of Inner Medicine Training, a Mystery School that shares potent ancient traditions from the Andes and Himalayas for owning your wisdom and living your purpose. She is the #1 international best-selling author of “Inner Medicine: Becoming One with Mother Earth for the Survival of Humanity”, “Love Is Fierce: Healing the Mother Wound”, “The Second Wave: Transcending the Human Drama” (on the int'l bestseller charts for over 6 years) and the award-winning best-selling book “Awakening To Me: One Woman's Journey To Self Love” which describes the early years of her spiritual awakening. As the host of Soul Nectar Show, Ms. Hummingbird inspires people to lead their lives wide awake with an authenticity, passion and purpose that positively impacts others. As a healer and mentor, she catalyzes mind-shifts that transform life challenges into gifts of wisdom. If you are wondering what the heck is going on, the answer is simple. We are in the process of a massive shift in consciousness that can most aptly be described as the metamorphosis from caterpillar to butterfly. As a medicine woman, I guide you to the next deepest understanding and embodiment of yourself as a spiritual being. Whether you receive a shamanic healing session, participate in the Reinvent Yourself Training program, or join us for Inner Medicine Training, one thing is certain: you will connect more deeply with your true self and learn to navigate the changes in your life from an empowered space within. SCHEDULE A FREE DISCOVERY SESSION: https://tinyurl.com/SoulNectarChat JOIN SOUL NECTAR TRIBE! https://kerrihummingbird.com/membership In Soul Nectar Tribe, we are joining forces to influence a new conversation on the planet…one that respects and honors all of life and looks forward seven generations to ensure the consequences of our actions are what we choose to create for our descendents. When we join our sparks together in community and comraderie, we become a powerful beacon of light and hope. FREE GIFTS! 1. 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As someone who has historically had a complicated relationship with goals, I found Dr. Danielle McGeough's perspective refreshing and enlightening. One profound takeaway from our conversation was the concept of detaching self-worth from achievements. Danielle emphasized setting goals that focus on who you want to become on the journey, rather than just the destination. This shift in perspective transforms traditional goal-setting, allowing for personal evolution without the baggage of perfectionism or burnout. I'm excited to implement her insights and encourage you to explore this transformative approach. For anyone interested in similar conversations about practical progress, be sure to check out Danielle's podcast, Plan Goal Plan. Danielle's assessment, website, LinkedIn, Podcast Preorder Sticky Habits book today! Join the Book Launch Committee for behind-the-scenes and first peeks at all things book. Join the Supporters Club to keep About Progress around for good. Get the free DSL Training. Get the Best Summer Ever Workshop at half-off old pricing! Get your AquaTru water purifier with the discount code “MONICA.” Get your teen Knix with code “PROGRESS.” Go to Quince for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How good are you really at reading people?Most of us like to believe we are above average at detecting lies, sensing energy, reading body language, picking up on vibes, and knowing what someone “really means.” But the research tells a very different story. In this episode, April and Scott unpack one of the most quietly destructive patterns in relationships: the confidence we place in our own interpretations, especially when fear gets involved.They begin with a hilarious and painfully revealing self-test. Are you better than average at spotting a liar? A better driver? Less biased than most people? More emotionally intelligent? Like most of us, April has strong answers. Then Scott brings in the numbers, including studies showing that people are barely better than chance at detecting lies, wildly overestimate their own abilities, and almost never think they are more biased than the average person.From there, the conversation turns personal.April shares how old survival patterns can make her misread silence, body language, or a delayed response as evidence that something is wrong. Scott tells a story he has never shared before about seeing April texting, feeling an instant threat response, checking her phone, and realizing she had simply been messaging her son about her grandbaby. Nothing was wrong, but his body had already built a case.This is the heart of what they call The Bad Prophet in their upcoming book, Wild Love Theory: the part of us that takes partial information, adds old pain, turns fear into certainty, and predicts a future that may not be real.In non-monogamy, the Bad Prophet can be especially powerful. A partner flirts with someone else, makes out with someone else, gets quiet, seems distracted, or does something slightly unexpected, and suddenly the mind begins narrating: I'm not enough. They want them more. I'm losing them. This means something about my worth.But pain is not always proof. A body reaction is real, but the story attached to it may be wrong.April and Scott also introduce the opposite practice: The Unprophet. Instead of treating your first fear-story as truth, you learn to slow down, separate fact from interpretation, ask better questions, give your nervous system time to settle, and make room for explanations that fear did not choose first.This episode is funny, vulnerable, research-backed, and deeply practical for anyone navigating love, jealousy, non-monogamy, conflict, insecurity, or old relational wounds.You may be intuitive. You may be emotionally intelligent. You may even be right sometimes.But this episode asks the harder question:What if the story that feels most true is only the first draft?---------Investor Info:scott@wandervest.worldNaughty Gym Info:Naughty Gym Website- www.naughtygym.comNaughty Gym Patreon- https://www.patreon.com/cw/NaughtyGymOur Upcoming Events:1. X Club Toronto Invasion - June 25-28th, 2026- https://www.tickettailor.com/events/naughtygym/21095782. Barcelona Adventure Trip - August 14-21st, 2026- https://www.naughtygym.com/barcelona-20263. El Salvador Retreat - October 12-17th, 2026- https://www.naughtygym.com/naughty-gym-el-salvador4. Wild & Wise Women's Retreat - November 8-11th, 2026- https://www.naughtygym.com/Wild-Wise5. Mancation Men's Retreat - November 8-11th, 2026- https://www.naughtygym.com/mancation-mountain6. Naughty Gym's Holidaze - November 15-20th, 2026- https://www.naughtygym.com/smoky-mountain-holidaze7. Be Better At Being Bad - January 2-9th, 2027- https://hedonism.com/bbbb
Yes, we're part of a new lifestyle resort project in Florida, and in this episode we bring on Jimmy Thorpe to talk about the vision, the opportunity, and what could become one of the most exciting lifestyle destinations in the United States.But the real story is bigger than the property.This conversation is about where non monogamy is headed. For a long time, a lot of lifestyle spaces have been built around the same basic formula: drinks, DJs, sex, and weekend parties. And while there is absolutely a place for that, we believe the community is ready for something more.We talk about creating spaces where non monogamy is not just about who you play with, but how deeply you connect, how freely you show up, and how much room there is for people to grow. That means better events, more thoughtful programming, wellness, education, community, inclusivity, and a culture where people can enjoy the atmosphere without pressure.In the second half of the episode, we dig into a question every non monogamous person and couple should ask:Why are we actually doing this?Our answer has changed a lot over the years. What started as something much more sex focused has become about connection, authenticity, freedom, and building a life where we do not have to edit ourselves down to stay accepted.So yes, this episode is about a resort.But it is really about the future of non monogamy, and what it might look like to build spaces that are strong enough to hold more freedom, more honesty, and more human connection.Investor Info:scott@wandervest.worldLink to Investor Webinar:https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/T7g1aIDNR2iSpykqZV8kLQNaughty Gym Info:Naughty Gym Website- www.naughtygym.comNaughty Gym Patreon- https://www.patreon.com/cw/NaughtyGymOur Upcoming Events:1. X Club Toronto Invasion - June 25-28th, 2026- https://www.tickettailor.com/events/naughtygym/21095782. Barcelona Adventure Trip - August 14-21st, 2026- https://www.naughtygym.com/barcelona-20263. El Salvador Retreat - October 12-17th, 2026- https://www.naughtygym.com/naughty-gym-el-salvador4. Wild & Wise Women's Retreat - November 8-11th, 2026- https://www.naughtygym.com/Wild-Wise5. Mancation Men's Retreat - November 8-11th, 2026- https://www.naughtygym.com/mancation-mountain6. Naughty Gym's Holidaze - November 15-20th, 2026- https://www.naughtygym.com/smoky-mountain-holidaze7. Be Better At Being Bad - January 2-9th, 2027- https://hedonism.com/bbbb
In this episode, April, Scott, and therapist Catherine from Expansive Connection unpack the raw, surprising, and powerful reality of the very first Wild Love Theory retreat. They share what shocked them most, what couples struggled with, what breakthroughs happened in real time, and why the weekend felt deeper than any of them expected.From vulnerable men opening up, to hard conversations about freedom, boundaries, burdens, trust, and emotional work, this is an honest behind-the-scenes look at what happens when relationship theory gets tested in real life. They also talk about who this retreat is for, who may not be ready for it yet, and what's next for Wild Love Theory as the book release gets closer.If you've ever wondered what it actually looks like to live this work instead of just talk about it, this episode is for you.
As I continue to explore the intersection of creativity and life's daily demands, I can't help but reflect on a lesson that keeps coming back to me: creativity isn't a luxury; it's essential. In my recent conversation with Sarah Welch, we dove into how creativity helps us reconnect with who we truly are outside of the roles we cater to for others—whether it be as a parent, partner, or professional. For me, it's about learning to lean into small chunks of time, asking for support where necessary, and, most importantly, remembering that every act of creation—regardless of its form—is a step back to my core self. Let's talk about this journey. What creative practice surprises you, and how can you start integrating it into your life today? Preorder Sticky Habits book today! Join the Book Launch Committee for behind-the-scenes and first peeks at all things book. Join the Supporters Club to keep About Progress around for good. Get the free DSL Training. Sarah's Authors with Crayons Guide. Get your AirDoctorPro air purifier with the discount code “MONICA.” Transform your space now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
How do you transform a personal tragedy into a community-wide movement? Two years ago, Amber Pepito lost her mother to Lewy Body dementia at just 62 years old. Today, the Cal Poly graduate is leading the charge to fund a cure. We sit down with Amber and Laura DeLoye, Program & Education Manager for the Alzheimer's Association (California Central Coast Chapter), to discuss the upcoming Wise Women & Wine fundraiser at J Dusi Winery.
In this raw and deeply personal episode of The Naughty Gym Show, April and Scott pull back the curtain on one of the hardest parts of open relationships and relational freedom: how couples actually revisit rules, boundaries, jealousy, and emotional capacity in real time.Using a powerful tool from their upcoming Wild Love Theory book and workbook, they walk through the exact process they use to identify hidden relationship rules, examine fear-based restrictions, and decide what freedom they are actually ready for. Along the way, they share a live, vulnerable conversation about private texting, dating, jealousy, trust, nervous system regulation, and what it really takes to expand freedom without blowing up connection.But this episode goes even deeper. April and Scott also explore a second kind of restriction that many couples miss entirely: imposed emotional burdens. They talk honestly about how unequal household labor, mental load, and invisible responsibilities can quietly destroy capacity for intimacy, desire, and relational freedom, and why no relationship can feel truly expansive when one partner is carrying too much.If you are navigating open relationships, non-monogamy, marriage, boundaries, jealousy, communication, emotional labor, or relationship growth, this episode gives you an unusually honest look at what that work actually sounds like inside a real partnership.Naughty Gym Website:www.NaughtyGym.comNaughty Gym Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/NaughtyGymOur Upcoming Events:1. Wild Love Theory Retreat -- https://www.naughtygym.com/wild-love-theory-retreat2. Barcelona Adventure Trip -- https://www.naughtygym.com/barcelona-20263. El Salvador Retreat -- https://www.naughtygym.com/naughty-gym-el-salvador4. Wild & Wise Women's Retreat - https://www.naughtygym.com/Wild-Wise5. Mancation Men's Retreat - https://www.naughtygym.com/mancation-mountain6. Holidaze - https://www.naughtygym.com/smoky-mountain-holidaze
It's Women's History Month, so March episodes of “T” Time with Dr. Tarver are focusing on the phenomenal characteristics of women that are often associated with effective leadership. I'm calling it the “Wise Women” series that is influenced by values, experiences, education, courage, intentionality, reflection, and faith. Join me each week as we delve into hope, accountability, kindness, finding and using your voice, and justice. In this episode I discuss the importance of kindness.
After a long pause, we're back In this short reintroduction episode of Wise Women's Pride, Dr. Jeanette and Lourdes (Fig) catch up on life, growth, and everything that's unfolded over the past few years.Jeanette shares her journey of completing her dissertation and stepping into her PhD, while Lourdes opens up about transitioning into a new season as an empty nester and returning to school to pursue a long-held dream.This episode is light, real, and filled with laughter, reflection, and that same sisterly connection that started it all.We're not ghosting you—we're just getting warmed up!
Wise Women's Pride returns for Season 3 with Dr. Jeanette and Lourdes (aka Fig)—two NYC Latina counselors holding space for real conversations, deep connection, and sisterhood.Wise Women's Pride is a podcast where women uplift one another through shared experiences. Through honest storytelling, we weave a vibrant tapestry of wisdom, resilience, healing, and joy across the many seasons of life.Each episode introduces our Pride Sisters—the archetypes who embody the many facets of womanhood and the journeys that shape us.Pull up a seat… you're part of this circleSeason 3 coming soon!
Wise Women's Pride returns for Season 3 with Dr. Jeanette and Lourdes (aka Fig)—two NYC Latina counselors holding space for real conversations, deep connection, and sisterhood.Wise Women's Pride is a podcast where women uplift one another through shared experiences. Through honest storytelling, we weave a vibrant tapestry of wisdom, resilience, healing, and joy across the many seasons of life.Each episode introduces our Pride Sisters—the archetypes who embody the many facets of womanhood and the journeys that shape us.Pull up a seat… you're part of this circleSeason 3 coming soon!
It's Women's History Month, so March episodes of “T” Time with Dr. Tarver are focusing on the phenomenal characteristics of women that are often associated with effectiveleadership. I'm calling it the “Wise Women” series that is influenced by values, experiences, education, courage, intentionality, reflection, and faith. Join me each week as we delve into hope, accountability, kindness, and justice.In this episode I discuss the importance of finding your voice.
Send us Fan MailIn this episode, the storyteller Kathy Shimpock will be exploring three legends of sacrifice and heroism. One is the "Burning of the Rice Fields," a legend from Japan. The second is "St. David's Hood" from England and the third is "Tante Tina" from Germany. In each, we'll see how the "little old woman's" or the "little old man's" actions saved the day.Story: "The Burning of the Rice Fields," in How to Tell Stories to Children and Some Stories to Tell, ed. by Sara Cone Bryant, 1918. "St. David's Flood," in Wise Women, retold and ed. by Suzanne I. Barchers, 1990. "Tante Tina," in A Piece of the Wind and Other Stories to Tell by Ruthilde Kronberg and Patricia C. McKissack, 1990.Illustration: Pixaby.com.This podcast is licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 3.0 License. http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/3.0/. Copyright 2026 Kathy Shimpock. Support the showFor more crone tales, visit the "Wise Crone Cottage in the Woods" (http://www.wisecronecottage.com).
Before we jump into today's conversation, we share a major announcement: after months of quiet work behind the scenes, we reveal that we've been involved with a group that is under contract to acquire what many consider one of the premier lifestyle resorts in Florida. Because of SEC rules, we have to be careful about what we say publicly, but we're excited to share the project, the vision, and the role we hope to play in helping shape its future.After that, we sit down with two very special guests, Clint and Danine, our first-ever Naughty Gym members and longtime friends, for a candid conversation about their journey into non-monogamy. They share how an unexpected early experience got put on the shelf for years, how their marriage nearly fell apart before deeper self-work changed everything, and what it looked like to move from survival mode into a more expansive, honest, and adventurous partnership.This is a fun, raw, and deeply personal episode about growth, sexuality, healing, and what can become possible when a couple stops settling for the default script.Naughty Gym Website:www.NaughtyGym.comNaughty Gym Patreon:https://www.patreon.com/cw/NaughtyGymOur Upcoming Events:1. Wild Love Theory Retreat -- https://www.naughtygym.com/wild-love-theory-retreat2. Barcelona Adventure Trip -- https://www.naughtygym.com/barcelona-20263. El Salvador Retreat -- https://www.naughtygym.com/naughty-gym-el-salvador4. Wild & Wise Women's Retreat - https://www.naughtygym.com/Wild-Wise5. Mancation Men's Retreat - https://www.naughtygym.com/mancation-mountain6. Holidaze - https://www.naughtygym.com/smoky-mountain-holidaze
It's Women's History Month, so March episodes of “T” Time with Dr. Tarver are focusing on the phenomenal characteristics of women that are often associated with effectiveleadership. I'm calling it the “Wise Women” series that is influenced by values, experiences, education, courage, intentionality, reflection, and faith. Join me each week as we delve into hope, accountability, kindness, and justice.In this episode I discuss the necessity of accountability.
It's Women's History Month, so March episodes of “T” Time with Dr. Tarver are focusing on the phenomenal characteristics of women that are often associated with effective leadership. I'm calling it the “Wise Women” series that is influenced byvalues, experiences, education, courage, intentionality, reflection, and faith. Join me each week as we delve into hope, accountability, kindness, and justice. In this episode I discuss the components of justice.
It's Women's History Month, so March episodes of “T” Time with Dr. Tarver are focusing on the phenomenal characteristics of women that are often associated with effective leadership. I'm calling it the “Wise Women” series that is influenced by values, experiences, education, courage, intentionality, reflection, and faith. Join me each week as we delve into hope, accountability, kindness, and justice. In this episode I discuss the wisdom of hope. #hope #hopeinchrist #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealthmoments
This week on The Naughty Gym Show, April takes the wheel for a real-time life update that starts with a chaotic wine-night incident (yes—April fell down 13 of 15 stairs in plush slippers… and Scott's first response was to laugh
Why you should listenFerny reveals how Sherpaneer uses AI across operations, from capacity planning models to proposal development, giving you a practical blueprint for integrating AI into your own consulting workflows.Learn how Ferny and her partner built a fully self-sourced pipeline through reciprocal partnerships with adjacent vendors like Gong, Clari, and FinancialForce, without relying on Salesforce for leads.Get Ferny's approach to managing AI tools across a team, including shared projects in Claude, an internal AI use policy, and a quarterly review cycle to keep everything current.You know you should be using AI in your consulting practice, but where do you actually start without compromising client data or wasting time on tools that don't stick? In this episode, I talk with Ferny Bengali from Sherpaneer, a boutique Salesforce consultancy that works with enterprise clients across high-tech, financial services, manufacturing, and healthcare. Ferny walks me through exactly how her team of 12 uses AI day to day, from feeding anonymized staffing data into models for capacity planning, to using voice notes and LLMs to prep for pitches. We also get into how she structures client knowledge across projects, her approach to AI-optimized content for SEO, and why she hired a part-time BD person instead of going full-time. If you've been experimenting with AI but haven't operationalized it across your practice yet, this conversation will show you what that looks like in action.About Ferny BengaliFarnaz (Ferny) Bengali is Co-President of Sherpaneer, a women-owned, diverse Salesforce consulting partner that helps mid-to-large organizations implement the right way, the first time. With 20+ years of industry experience—including leadership roles at MicroStrategy, Accenture, and The Carlyle Group—Ferny chose the boutique path over big consulting, building a practice that delivers senior-level expertise without the agency bloat. She's also a board member of WISE (Women in Salesforce Entrepreneurship), co-invests in hospitality through Dogwood Hospitality, and is passionate about using AI as an operating layer to scale consulting without scaling headcount.Resources and LinksSherpaneer.comFerny's LinkedIn profileRead.aiNotebook LMScribeChatGPTClaudeGoogle Gemini
Allison Macalik is the Director of Solutions at Ontech, where she helps sales teams and organizations simplify complex solutions, build trust with buyers, and close deals with confidence. With over a decade of experience in pre-sales and solutions engineering, Allison empowers professionals—especially women—to overcome imposter syndrome, build authentic personal brands, and lead with clarity, confidence, and joy.She is also the founder of the WISE (Women in Solutions Engineering) chapter at Salesforce. org, a coach with the Pre-Sales Collective, and co-creator of Four Under Three, where she co-hosts The Imposter Talks Podcast and leads Fight Your Imposter workshops for ERGs worldwide.Known online as the “Silly Goose in Corporate,” Allison shows leaders how authenticity, fun, and bold self-expression can drive impact, influence, and career growth.In this episode, you'll learn:→ What pre-sales actually is — and why it's one of the best careers in tech→ How Allison built a powerful personal brand as the “Silly Goose in Corporate”→ Why authenticity beats perfection in leadership and communication→ How to overcome imposter syndrome and self-doubt at work→ How to advocate for yourself and get promoted in corporate environments→ Why joy, fun, and play increase productivity and team performance→ How to build confidence, visibility, and influence without burning out
Story Prescription: A tale of women's wisdom, and the healing power of music. Story Caution: This story contains descriptions of imprisonment. A beautiful and humorous story rom Russia, where a wise Tsarista (a queen) plays music to save a life. To support this podcast, you can 'buy me a coffee'. You can also tell your friends, which is free but means a lot. Music: Thank you to In Feathers for the beautiful music, and to Megan Sahara for the harp music. Story Sources: Russian Folktales (1915); Fearless Girls, Wise Women, and Beloved Sisters: Heroines in Folktales from Around the World (2000).
My guests today are Christopher Henze and Dominique Debroux, the Director and Producer team for the film, Wise Women: Humanity's Untold Origins.I'm thrilled to share this conversation with you and cannot recommend the film enough. There's so much to be discovered about the role of older women in our societies and world.About the FilmWise Women – Humanity's Untold Origins reframes human evolution through a revolutionary lens: the leadership of post-reproductive women. It challenges 10,000 years of patriarchal storytelling and restores women — especially mature, experienced women — to their rightful place as the architects of civilization.The film reveals that menopause was not a biological failure but a human superpower — the adaptation that made long-term cooperation, shared leadership, and empathy-driven survival possible.This is not just a film about biology; it's a story about power, design, and who gets written out of the human narrative.Learn more about the film: https://wisewomenmovie.com/Rent the film: https://www.bingeable.net/wisewomenJoin the community: https://www.wisewomenforward.com/Support the showMake Life Less Difficult~ Support:buymeacoffee.com/lisatilstra
Send us a textWelcome back to Light Up Your Worth! I'm Debbie McAllister, Midlife Fulfillment Coach, and we're diving into episode three of "What Wisdom Women Would Say."AVERY THATCHEREpisode: "The Differences Between Stress, Burnout and Trauma with Stress Management Specialist Avery Thatcher"Listen: Apple Podcasts | YouTubeELIZABETH KIPPEpisode : "Elizabeth Kipp on Ancestral Burdens, Quantum Healing, and the Power of the Present"Listen: Apple Podcasts | YouTubeLAURA HAVEREpisode : "The Art of Play: Cultivating Fulfillment and Vibrancy in Everyday Living with Laura Haver"Listen: Apple Podcasts | YouTubeLINDA ZURAKEpisode: "Embodying Your Worth: A Journey with Linda Zurak"Listen: Apple Podcasts | YouTubeSARA TORPEYEpisode : "Selling for Weirdos: Crafting Your Unique Path with Flexibility and Joy"Listen: Apple Podcasts | YouTubeTESSA LYNNE ALBURNEpisode : "Exploring Soul Fragmentation with Soul Connection Coach Tessa Lynn Alburn"Listen: Apple Podcasts | YouTubeTRACY KAYEpisode: "Money Alchemy Lab with Tracy Kay"Listen: Apple Podcasts | YouTube You've built a successful career, checked all the boxes—but inside, you feel exhausted, burned out, and lost. 'Is this all there is?'I'm Debbie McAllister, Midlife Fulfillment Coach. I created the Beyond Success Blueprint—a structured process for high-achieving midlife women who refuse to choose between success and fulfillment. I'll help you rediscover what lights you up and create your next chapter beyond titles, expectations, and exhaustio Thank you for joining me on another episode of Light Up Your Worth. If today's conversation resonated with you, I invite you to leave a review and share this episode with a friend who's ready to create her next chapter beyond titles, expectations, and exhaustion. Remember, you've built incredible success and you deserve to feel aligned, fulfilled, and authentic. Visit light up your worth.net . Until next time, keep shining your liSupport the showI'd be honored to walk beside you in this intimate space through my monthly Light Up Your Worth Society soul circle. Come home to yourself and join our heart-centered community. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lightupyourworth YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/Lightupyourworthpodcast Facebook Business Page: https://www.facebook.com/LightUpYourWorthwithDebbieMcAllister From my heart to yours, I'd love to invite you to support our podcast journey! If you've found value in our conversations and would like to share some love, you can treat me to a virtual coffee for just $5. It's a beautiful way to contribute whenever you feel called - no pressure, no commitments, just pure appreciation flowing both ways. https://www.buymeacoffee.com/lightupyrworth Spread your light with our soul family across 35 countries and beyond!
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In this episode of Start Living Sustainable, Cynthia shares three quiet low-tox shifts wise moms will make going into 2026—from calming your nervous system to moving through your home room by room with more precision and less overwhelm. Perfect for health-conscious moms and moms-to-be who are done guessing what really matters most in their homes for better health and peace of mind.
Send us a textWelcome back to Light Up Your Worth! I'm Debbie McAllister, Midlife Fulfillment Coach, and we're diving into episode three of "What Wisdom Women Would Say."CASEY KANG HEADEpisode: "Finding Joy Beyond Survival: 3x Cancer & Stroke Survivor Casey Kang Head"Listen: Apple Podcasts | YouTubeCATHERINE CATTERSONEpisode : "Reinventing Life After 50: Career Change Success with Catherine Catterson"Listen: Apple Podcasts | YouTubeJACQUELINE ROSEEpisode : "Menopause: Beyond Symptom Management"Listen: Apple Podcasts | YouTubeKIMBERLY CROWEEpisode : "Empowering Entrepreneurs and Speakers"Listen: Apple You've built a successful career, checked all the boxes—but inside, you feel exhausted, burned out, and lost. 'Is this all there is?'I'm Debbie McAllister, Midlife Fulfillment Coach. I created the Beyond Success Blueprint—a structured process for high-achieving midlife women who refuse to choose between success and fulfillment. I'll help you rediscover what lights you up and create your next chapter beyond titles, expectations, and exhaustio Thank you for joining me on another episode of Light Up Your Worth. If today's conversation resonated with you, I invite you to leave a review and share this episode with a friend who's ready to create her next chapter beyond titles, expectations, and exhaustion. Remember, you've built incredible success and you deserve to feel aligned, fulfilled, and authentic. Visit light up your worth.net . Until next time, keep shining your liSupport the showI'd be honored to walk beside you in this intimate space through my monthly Light Up Your Worth Society soul circle. Come home to yourself and join our heart-centered community. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lightupyourworth YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/Lightupyourworthpodcast Facebook Business Page: https://www.facebook.com/LightUpYourWorthwithDebbieMcAllister From my heart to yours, I'd love to invite you to support our podcast journey! If you've found value in our conversations and would like to share some love, you can treat me to a virtual coffee for just $5. It's a beautiful way to contribute whenever you feel called - no pressure, no commitments, just pure appreciation flowing both ways. https://www.buymeacoffee.com/lightupyrworth Spread your light with our soul family across 35 countries and beyond!
If you are one of the estimated 40 million people in the US that have a diagnosable anxiety disorder, come out from under the bed todays' show is for you. As 2025 comes to a close we can all agree that anxiety has been off the charts. More and more people are suffering from anxiety, burnout, and depression. Today Maria Tabone joins the podcast to offer some help and healing. Maria is one of the leading voices in integrative health and wellness. She is the author of The Holistic Root to Managing Anxiety: Healing from the Inside Out- the second edition. She is also the co-host of an amazing podcast called Unpacking Midlife with the Wise Women, available on Apple, Spotify, or your favorite podcast app. The Holistic Root- A Path to Wellness Instagram Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Send us a textWelcome back to Light Up Your Worth! I'm Debbie McAllister, Midlife Fulfillment Coach, and we're diving into episode two of "What Wisdom Women Would Say."LILLI BEWLEY Episode 150: "Unlocking True Love: Healing and Growth with Lilli Bewley"Listen: Apple Podcasts | YouTubeBILLIE AADMI : "Unleashing Inner Magnificence: Billie Aadmi's Journey from Trauma to Triumph"Listen: Apple Podcasts | YouTubeDANIELLE MENDOZA : "Unleashing the Power of Words: How Storytelling Shapes Your Legacy"Listen: Apple Podcasts | YouTubeKRISTINA DRISCOLL : "Embracing Authenticity and Creativity"Listen: Apple Podcasts | YouTubeRAIN STICKNEY : "Meditati You've built a successful career, checked all the boxes—but inside, you feel exhausted, burned out, and lost. 'Is this all there is?'I'm Debbie McAllister, Midlife Fulfillment Coach. I created the Beyond Success Blueprint—a structured process for high-achieving midlife women who refuse to choose between success and fulfillment. I'll help you rediscover what lights you up and create your next chapter beyond titles, expectations, and exhaustio Thank you for joining me on another episode of Light Up Your Worth. If today's conversation resonated with you, I invite you to leave a review and share this episode with a friend who's ready to create her next chapter beyond titles, expectations, and exhaustion. Remember, you've built incredible success and you deserve to feel aligned, fulfilled, and authentic. Visit light up your worth.net . Until next time, keep shining your liSupport the showI'd be honored to walk beside you in this intimate space through my monthly Light Up Your Worth Society soul circle. Come home to yourself and join our heart-centered community. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lightupyourworth YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/Lightupyourworthpodcast Facebook Business Page: https://www.facebook.com/LightUpYourWorthwithDebbieMcAllister From my heart to yours, I'd love to invite you to support our podcast journey! If you've found value in our conversations and would like to share some love, you can treat me to a virtual coffee for just $5. It's a beautiful way to contribute whenever you feel called - no pressure, no commitments, just pure appreciation flowing both ways. https://www.buymeacoffee.com/lightupyrworth Spread your light with our soul family across 35 countries and beyond!
How do we navigate the leadership gap that exists with recent graduates in agriculture who don't have the farm background? Special and returning guest Sarah Beth Aubrey joins hosts Jeff Jarrett and Sal Sama for today's episode of The High Ground powered by Premier Companies. Sarah Beth is the CEO and Founder of The Envoy Group and CEO and Founder of Agvocacy Coalitions.In addition to sharing a glimpse into her career history, Sarah Beth will share about her agriculture and energy consulting firms, The Envoy Group and Agvocacy Coalitions. You'll also learn about the WISE (Women in Sustainability Experience) network and how it's designed to help women find a space for networking and peer relationships in that segment of the industry. Sal, Jeff, and Sarah Beth will also discuss the leadership gap and opportunities that exist with those who don't have farming backgrounds but do have an interest in agriculture. “We can be real snobbish about ag knowledge… I think the closest thing we can do for that leadership gap is to take up a mantle of mentorship.”
How do we navigate the leadership gap that exists with recent graduates in agriculture who don't have the farm background? Special and returning guest Sarah Beth Aubrey joins hosts Jeff Jarrett and Sal Sama for today's episode of The High Ground powered by Premier Companies. Sarah Beth is the CEO and Founder of The Envoy Group and CEO and Founder of Agvocacy Coalitions.In addition to sharing a glimpse into her career history, Sarah Beth will share about her agriculture and energy consulting firms, The Envoy Group and Agvocacy Coalitions. You'll also learn about the WISE (Women in Sustainability Experience) network and how it's designed to help women find a space for networking and peer relationships in that segment of the industry. Sal, Jeff, and Sarah Beth will also discuss the leadership gap and opportunities that exist with those who don't have farming backgrounds but do have an interest in agriculture. “We can be real snobbish about ag knowledge… I think the closest thing we can do for that leadership gap is to take up a mantle of mentorship.”
Send us a textIn this episode of 'Light Up Your Worth,' host Debbie McAllister engages with accomplished women who share transformative insights on self-worth. Through a series titled 'What Wise Women Would Say,' guests explore the critical question: 'What would you tell your younger self about your own worth?' Key takeaways include • recognizing inherent worthiness, • overcoming external validation reliance, and • fostering self-love. Featured guests such as Amy Fowler, Carey Adams, Holly Hughes, Kim Rogers, and Nancy Reagan impart wisdom on self-trust, release of burdens, persistence, and the transformative power of self-love. Questions are provided for the listener's self-reflection.Each story guides listeners towards internal fulfillment and authentic living. Listeners will be reminded of the importance of internal validation and the daily practice of self-compassion, making this a transformative listening experience.Listen and watch these full episodes:Amy FowlerPodcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/manifesting-your-best-life-using-healy-for-personal/id1559104427?i=1000681555169YouTube https://youtu.be/-JCppeSxjS0?si=VHh0UDMBcsF08SwNCarey AdamsPodcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/fitter-leaner-stronger-health-mastery-for-women-over-40/id1559104427?i=1000684838909YouTube https://youtu.be/qFNgMmqviAQ?si=2xUgiT3uaQmT0En6Holly HughesPodcast You've built a successful career, checked all the boxes—but inside, you feel exhausted, burned out, and lost. 'Is this all there is?'I'm Debbie McAllister, Midlife Fulfillment Coach. I created the Beyond Success Blueprint—a structured process for high-achieving midlife women who refuse to choose between success and fulfillment. I'll help you rediscover what lights you up and create your next chapter beyond titles, expectations, and exhaustio Thank you for joining me on another episode of Light Up Your Worth. If today's conversation resonated with you, I invite you to leave a review and share this episode with a friend who's ready to create her next chapter beyond titles, expectations, and exhaustion. Remember, you've built incredible success and you deserve to feel aligned, fulfilled, and authentic. Visit light up your worth.net . Until next time, keep shining your liSupport the showI'd be honored to walk beside you in this intimate space through my monthly Light Up Your Worth Society soul circle. Come home to yourself and join our heart-centered community. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lightupyourworth YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/Lightupyourworthpodcast Facebook Business Page: https://www.facebook.com/LightUpYourWorthwithDebbieMcAllister From my heart to yours, I'd love to invite you to support our podcast journey! If you've found value in our conversations and would like to share some love, you can treat me to a virtual coffee for just $5. It's a beautiful way to contribute whenever you feel called - no pressure, no commitments, just pure appreciation flowing both ways. https://www.buymeacoffee.com/lightupyrworth Spread your light with our soul family across 35 countries and beyond!
In this episode of the Mama Psychedelia Podcast, I interview my friend Lauren Love. Lauren is a medicine woman, birth keeper, mama of 2, and the Founder of Wise Women's Choice Natural Birth Control. In our conversation we dive into all things natural birth (she's got some epic tales), communing with medicines of the earth as a supportive tool for present attuned parenthood and joyful living. We talk about mothering in Costa Rica outside of conventional norms, her relationship with spirit and Lauren's journey of sovereign fertility awareness and working with natural contraceptive methods. Along Lauren's path as a birth keeper and fertility awareness educator, she discovered one of the most valuable tools for women looking to care for their fertility needs, Wise Women's Choice. Today, she and her husband produce this cream in Costa Rica and serve clients around the world. She has helped thousands of women coming off hormonal contraceptives through her teachings and resources, and is leading a revolution rooted in sisterhood, feminine empowerment, and womb wisdom. She is raising up sacred wisdom carriers to share these teachings and partnering with local producers globally to spread this priceless birth control tool internationally at a grassroots level. In the mountains of CR, where you'll find her playing with her girls at the river, making music with friends, and rejoicing at the beauty of life. Resources: Lauren's Info:Insta: https://www.instagram.com/wombrewildedYoutube: @wombrewildedwww.wisewomenschoice.com DISCOUNT CODE: hunnywomb www.sacredwisdomcarrier.comYour Host Mackenzie: The next Pre-conception Journey launches very soon!! The 8 week deep dive begins in January... stay tuned on socials IG: @mamapsychedelia & @hunnywombI'm opening up 3 SPOTS for 1:1 coaching sessionsNourished & Fertile Preconception SessionsThis is for you if you're planning to start your journey to conceiving in the next 6-12 months and want personalized guidance on preparing your body, nervous system, and spirit for this sacred transition.In our 75 minutes together, we'll: -Assess where you are and what your body needs most -Create your personalized preconception protocol (nutrition, supplements, practices) -Address your specific fears or blocks around conception -Map out your preparation plan - Nervous system regulation practices tailored to youThis is normally part of my multiple week/month long programs, but I'm offering 3 standalone sessions as a gift for a short time!Reach out or book a call if your ready to dive in! Investment is $250 USDEmail: Birthkeeperkenz@gmail.com Would you like to be on the show? Reach outBuilding out my Stan Store coming soon... The new online hub for my offerings Calendly: Book a free 30 min discovery call if you would like to work together Website: https://www.hunnywomb.com/ Support the Mama Psychedelia Mission: PAYPAL: Birthkeeperkenz@gmail.com Intro Music "Waters of the Earth" by Satori Ki covered by me, Mackenzie. (For more of her music, check out her Spotify) --
Three of Cork's highest-achieving female STEM students were today recognised by Stryker, a global leader in medical technologies, at the WISE UP Technological Awards to celebrate outstanding academic achievement in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). Founded by Stryker's WISE (Women in Stryker's Engineering) team in Anngrove, the annual award recognises outstanding students from Cork's all-girls secondary schools who have achieved exceptional results in their Leaving Certificate - earning at least three H1 grades in STEM subjects - and who have chosen to pursue STEM degrees at Irish universities. This year's winners include Gemma Collins from St. Aloysius' College, who received first prize; Abi O'Connor, also from St. Aloysius' College, and Aoibhe Sparrow from Mount Mercy College, who both received second prize. Speaking at the event, Mag O'Keeffe, Vice President of Advanced Operations and Global Additive Technologies, Stryker, said: "The WISE Group at Stryker's Anngrove location are delighted to present the WISE UP Technological Awards to these outstanding students who have shown a real passion for STEM. These awards are about more than academic achievement - they're about recognising potential, encouraging ambition, and showing young women that there is a place for them at the forefront of innovation. We're proud to support the next generation of innovators and play our part in fostering future talent." Following the presentation, Aoibhe Sparrow, a prize winner from Mount Mercy College, said: "Winning this award is an incredible honour that means so much to me. It represents recognition of my hard work, passion, and commitment to pursuing a future in science and technology. This opportunity not only supports my education but also motivates me to keep learning, innovating, and using my education to create positive change in the world. I am especially excited to continue my journey in pharmacy, where I hope to gain the knowledge and skills needed to make a meaningful impact on patients' lives through the development, preparation, and dispensing of medications. I am so deeply grateful for this opportunity and for everyone who believes in my potential." Tricia Ryan, Principal at Mount Mercy College, said: "We are delighted that one of our students has been honoured with this Stryker WISE Technological award. This recognition not only celebrates the talent, dedication, and potential of the student but also reflects the strong values and high standards we strive to nurture in our school community. It is very encouraging to see a leading company like Stryker acknowledge the achievements of our young people."
Forget the sanitized fairy tales — Danielle Dulsky, the author of The Night House: Folklore, Fairy Tales, Rites, and Magick for the Wise and Wild, is here to remind us that the old stories bite back. We talk about the witch as an archetype of creative rebellion, the power of ritual, and how folklore can awaken the wild, wise self that's been hiding just beneath the surface. Danielle is a heathen visionary, painter, and word-witch. She's the author of Seasons of Moon and Flame, Woman Most Wild, and The Holy Wild; she teaches internationally and has facilitated circles, embodiment trainings, communal spell-work, and seasonal rituals since 2007. She is the founder of The Hag School and believes in the emerging power of wild collectives and sudden circles of curious dreamers, cunning witches, and rebellious artists in healing our ailing world. In this episode, Danielle discusses:The Hag SchoolHer background and transformation into a witchThe meaning of her book title, The Night House The mysterious origins of fairy talesArchetypes in fairy talesHow readers can work with her bookThe hidden intelligence contained with fairy tales, myths, etcThe universality of ancient storiesDreaming the futureThe hidden realmThe magic of storytellingAn example of how to work with a fairy taleChech out Danielle's website and the The Hag School________Register for the free 11/8/25 Entering the Age of Possibility webinar For more information about Wendy's new visionary fiction book, Raven's Daughter, or to purchase a copy, visit Three Worlds PressBECOME YOUR OWN SHAMAN Introductory Online Course Visit Wendy's website to learn more about the the Harmonic Egg® Lucid Cafe episodes by topic Listen to Lucid Cafe on YouTube ★ Support this podcast ★
In this episode I had the incredible opportunity to chat with yoga therapist and women's mentor, Sarah Horne, about how women's bodies function on a 28-day rhythm. It was enlightening to learn how embracing this natural cycle can impact our personal development, allowing us to harness the wisdom of self-care for mothers and others like us. Sometimes, striving for self-improvement can feel like trying to fit a square peg into a round hole, especially when we ignore our bodies' natural rhythms. Sarah emphasizes the power of slowing down, a vital antidote to the perfectionism many of us face, showing us how this self-compassion can lead to a richer, more balanced life. Let's learn how to listen to our bodies, allowing personal growth and development to flow more naturally. Sign up as a Supporter to get access to our private, premium, ad-free podcast, More Personal. Episodes air each Friday! More for Moms Conference Leave a rating and review Check out my workshops! Follow About Progress on YOUTUBE! Book Launch Committee Free DSL Training Full Show Notes This episode is brought to you by goPure Beauty, get 25% off @goPure with code PROGRESS at https://www.goPurebeauty.com/PROGRESS #goPurepod; and by AirDoctor, use code MONICA at http://airdoctorpro.com/ for up to $300 off air purifiers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Hello listeners, get ready … because a NEW season of Wiser Than Me drops November 12th! In the meantime, we wanted to bring you something a little different: a celebration of wise women everywhere. With a special story directly from a listener, snippets of wisdom from women out and about, and a look back at some of our favorite Wiser Than Me moments, it’s proof that wisdom is all around us. You just have to listen!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
This episode was recorded at Lake Austin Spa Resort with a live audience for their "Wise Women" Month.Grace Young is a three-time James Beard Award–winning cookbook author, culinary historian, and community advocate with numerous accolades and awards. Known for her cookbooks Wisdom of the Chinese Kitchen and Stir-Frying to the Sky's Edge, Grace spent decades preserving Chinese culinary traditions. But in 2020, everything changed.When the pandemic hit, Grace walked through Manhattan's Chinatown and found a community in crisis. Shops were empty, restaurants were closing, and lives were being upended by fear and misinformation. Without any activist background, Grace stepped forward—using her voice and storytelling skills to raise awareness and rally support. That spontaneous act of courage evolved into a nationwide movement to save America's Chinatowns, earning her the Julia Child Award, the James Beard Foundation's Humanitarian of the Year Award, and recognition as one of Forbes 50 Over 50.In this conversation, recorded live at Lake Austin Spa Resort for Wise Women Month, Grace shares the profound lessons she's learned about wisdom, community, and rediscovering purpose later in life. We talk about her activism journey, how she redefined her calling in her 60s, and why connection—and showing up for one another—is the truest form of wisdom. In This EpisodeThe moment Grace realized she had to speak up for ChinatownHow preservation became her life's mission—from recipes to communityWhat her parents' traditions taught her about longevity and healthThe connection between wisdom, food, and sustainabilityWhy mom-and-pop shops are the soul of AmericaHow she overcame fear, found purpose, and redefined strengthPractical wisdom for finding purpose at any ageLearn more:graceyoung.comhttps://linktr.ee/stirfryguruhttps://www.instagram.com/stirfryguru/______Please remember to rate, review, and follow the show – and share with a friend!Find Amy's affiliates and discount codes: https://amyedwards.info/affiliatepageSky Rock Sedona: https://www.skyrocksedona.com/20% Discount Link:https://www.marriott.com/event-reservations/reservation-link.mi?id=1759866624184&key=CORP&app=resvlinkAll links: amyedwards.infoInstagram: @realamyedwardsFight For Her: fightforher.netTikTok: @themagicbabeYouTube: YouTube ChannelPodcast: The Amy Edwards Show PodcastFree Course: The Ageless MindsetFull Course: The Youthfulness HackWork with Amy: Book a Call Let's get you to your HAPPIEST and most RADIANT! Book a call to apply to work together one-on-one: https://amyedwards.as.me/15mincallAmy's hair by https://www.thecollectiveatx.comGet my FREE course "The Ageless Mindset: The Ultimate Guide to Look Younger and Feel Happier!" HERE: https://best-you-life.teachable.com/p/the-ageless-mindset-the-ultimate-guide-to-look-younger-feel-happierGet the full course “The Youthfulness Hack: The Secret System to Reverse Aging Fast and Create a New, Radiant You!” Out now! https://best-you-life.teachable.com/p/the-youthfulness-hack
Dr. Shirley Piccaretto asserts that the human body is constantly regenerating itself, so the idea that we naturally ought to feel worse as we age is false. We simply must have an awareness of how the body functions in order to prevent lymphatic stagnancy and supply ourselves with the necessary nutrients to thrive! Dr. Piccaretto is the founder of Wise Women of Wellness and doctor of naturopathy. Learn more about her practice at her website: https://wisewomenofwellness.com// and learn how to feel your best at any age!SUPPORT His Heartbeat through Crown of Beauty Internationalhttps://www.crownofbeautyinternational.com/donateCONNECT with His Heartbeat and Crown of Beauty InternationalWebsite// Facebook//InstagramEmail: crownofbeautyinternational@gmail.comConnect with Sue Corl's Instagram//Facebook// WebsitePurchase Sue's Transformational Bible Studies and Devotionals on Amazon!Sue Corl's best-selling books: Crown of Beauty Bible Study, Broken But UndefeatedCrown of Beauty International: EMPOWERING WOMEN AROUND THE WORLD WITH GOD'S TRUTH!
Kelsey takes inspiration from her trip into the woods and reads Rapunzel from the Brothers Grimm. Abbie follows it up with another tale about an old woman in Watching for the Milk Stealer from her Wise Women book. We also learn What Old Women Are Made Of – if you think you know the answer you're WRONG! Find out on Fairy Tale Fix!
In this episode, Jack Cochran and Matthew James are joined by Wendy McHenry, Chair of WISE (Women in Solutions Excellence) at Presales Collective and Former Head of Global Solutions Engineering at CDATA, to discuss the critical need for supporting women in presales careers. They explore the challenges women face in a field where only 18% of solutions professionals are women, discuss unconscious bias in hiring and workplace environments, and highlight how WISE is creating support networks and career development opportunities to advance equity in the solutions field. To join the show live, follow the Presales Collective's LinkedIn page or join the PSC Slack community for updates. This episode is sponsored by Elvance. More information at https://elvance.io/ On the Show Today Connect with Jack Cochran: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jackcochran/ Connect with Matthew James: https://www.linkedin.com/in/matthewyoungjames/ Connect with Wendy McHenry: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wendymac98/ Links and Resources Mentioned Join Presales Collective Slack: https://www.presalescollective.com/slack WISE Chapter Information: https://www.presalescollective.com/wise Presales Collective LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/presalescollective Timestamps 00:00 Welcome 04:51 Why WISE? 09:12 Being a woman in sales today 12:57 You're not technical enough 16:16 Women leaving the profession 20:33 How is WISE helping? 27:55 What's happening next? Key Topics Covered The Current State of Women in Presales Only 18% of solutions professionals globally are women Many women are the only woman on their SE team Higher attrition rates during layoffs disproportionately impact women Unconscious Bias and Workplace Challenges "Not technical enough" bias applied differently to women Interview panels dominated by men Social environments that may exclude women The importance of calling out bias when witnessed WISE Mission and Structure Started as an ERG at Salesforce, now part of Presales Collective Open to anyone who cares about supporting women in solutions careers Regional chapters like Women in Solutions Consulting Australia/New Zealand Company-specific chapters at organizations like Salesforce and Pegasystems Creating Change and Allyship How to be an effective ally in supporting women's careers Starting WISE chapters at your company (or expanding to broader sales/tech groups) The importance of diverse account teams and client representation Free career coaching and mentorship available through WISE council
Geoffrey Shugen Arnold, Roshi - ZMM - 6/1/25 - Why does Buddhism so emphasize life and death? When we begin to see the depths of our attachments to this “self," we have to face the jarring fact that there really isn't anything permanent to attach to. But then, what is this? Shugen Roshi reminds us that our vital life energy can be immediate, compassionate, not clinging to anything. And so within life and death we are liberated from life and death. - From the Entangling Vines Koan Collection, Case 38 - The Wise Women in the Charnel Grove.
Geoffrey Shugen Arnold, Roshi - ZMM - 6/1/25 - Why does Buddhism so emphasize life and death? When we begin to see the depths of our attachments to this “self," we have to face the jarring fact that there really isn't anything permanent to attach to. But then, what is this? Shugen Roshi reminds us that our vital life energy can be immediate, compassionate, not clinging to anything. And so within life and death we are liberated from life and death. - From the Entangling Vines Koan Collection, Case 38 - The Wise Women in the Charnel Grove.
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In this episode we dive into how to handle life's unexpected curveballs with the amazing time management coach, Anna Dearmon Kornick. We all know that life is full of surprises, and whether it's dealing with small crises like lice or big ones like layoffs, Anna shares her powerful Curve Method to help us navigate through them with grace and intention. Prepare to walk away with practical tips on maintaining control, understanding your situation, gathering the right resources, focusing on what's vital, and enlisting help when you need it. Plus, enjoy some great personal stories and insights from both Anna and myself on staying adaptable and resilient. BEST SUMMER EVER Workshop: aboutprogress.com/summerworkshop Sign up as a Supporter to get access to our private, premium, ad-free podcast, More Personal. Episodes air each Friday! Leave a rating and review Check out my workshops! Follow About Progress on YOUTUBE! Book Launch Committee Free DSL Training Full Show Notes This episode is brought to you by AirDoctor, use code MONICA at http://airdoctorpro.com/ for up to $300 off air purifiers; and by goPure Beauty, get 25% off @goPure with code PROGRESS at https://www.goPurebeauty.com/PROGRESS #goPurepod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode from the Wise Women Series, I interview Dr. Gertrude Lyons, an educator and podcast host focused on challenging traditional beliefs about motherhood and empowering women to redefine their journey as mothers. Practical advice in this conversation includes making a "do something list" to prioritize self-care and fulfillment, and the importance of celebrating small daily parenting successes to combat cultural pressures of perfection. Dr. Lyons also emphasizes that self-care and personal growth not only benefit mothers but also positively impact their children. Together, we explore the concept of redefining motherhood, embracing a personalized and fulfilling approach, and discuss insights from Dr. Lyons on her views and work in the field. Sign up as a Supporter to get access to our private, premium, ad-free podcast, More Personal. Episodes air each Friday! Leave a rating and review Follow About Progress on YOUTUBE! Book Launch Committee Free DSL Training Full Show Notes This episode is brought to you by goPure Beauty, get 25% off @goPure with code PROGRESS at https://www.goPurebeauty.com/PROGRESS #goPurepod; and by AirDoctor, use code MONICA at http://airdoctorpro.com/ for up to $300 off air purifiers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode from the Wise Women Series, I interview Dr. Supatra Tovar, a licensed clinical psychologist, registered dietician, and fitness expert. Together, we dive deep into the harmful effects of diet culture and explore how dieting can negatively impact both physical and mental health. Dr. Tovar offers practical advice on shifting focus from dieting to nurturing a healthy relationship with food and body, emphasizing the importance of mindful and intuitive eating. We discuss societal pressures, the psychological impact of dieting, and strategies to cultivate a more empowering approach to nutrition. Tune in to learn how to deprogram diet culture and embrace a healthier, more balanced lifestyle. Episode for companion listening: https://www.aboutprogress.com/blog/how-to-live-boldly-in-the-body-you-have Sign up as a Supporter to get access to our private, premium, ad-free podcast, More Personal. Episodes air each Friday! Leave a rating and review Follow About Progress on YOUTUBE! Book Launch Committee Free DSL Training Full Show Notes This episode is brought to you by goPure Beauty, get 25% off @goPure with code PROGRESS at https://www.goPurebeauty.com/PROGRESS #goPurepod; and by AirDoctor, use code MONICA at http://airdoctorpro.com/ for up to $300 off air purifiers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In this episode from our Wise Women Series, I had the pleasure of interviewing Andee Martineau, a mom of six, a parenting expert, and the creator of Connect Method Parenting. We delve deep into how parenting challenges can serve as catalysts for personal growth. Andee shares her own experiences and regrets as a parent, and provides invaluable insights on how we can transform our toughest parenting moments into opportunities for development. Whether you're a new parent or have been navigating this journey for years, Andee's wisdom will leave you feeling empowered and ready to take practical steps toward being the best parent you can be. Tune in for a heartfelt conversation that blends expert advice with real-life experiences. Sign up as a Supporter to get access to our private, premium, ad-free podcast, More Personal. Episodes air each Friday! Leave a rating and review Follow About Progress on YOUTUBE! Book Launch Committee Free DSL Training Full Show Notes This episode is brought to you by LMNT, get your free LMNT Sample Pack with any purchase at DrinkLMNT.com/Progress; and by AirDoctor, use code MONICA at http://airdoctorpro.com/ for up to $300 off air purifiers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices