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Dr. Cheryl, how can I express my true self? Why do I feel the need to hide from the world?  How can I work through my anger? We all play a hundred different roles and contain multitudes, but what are the masks you wear? And who are the goblins, demons, and vampires that plague you?  Today's episode of Sex, Love, and Elephants features a Dharma Talk where I teach about ideas that can feel much spookier than the ghosts and ghouls of Halloween.  What is your shadow self? What are the parts of yourself you don't like to look at? What are the parts of you that are your darker self from trauma, fear, and need? The more we can look at the masks we wear, the more we can examine the costumes we wear, the more we can have moments of grace and less suffering.  In This Episode, You Will Learn: We sometimes forget we're a whole conglomeration of shifting roles and personality traits (07:51) Where you put your attention, energy goes (24:13) We all have inner demons but when we repress or ignore them, they find their way out—usually in destructive ways (35:47) Hatred is illusory. Hatred is a state of mind that we can learn to see through and dissolve without taking unwholesome action (46:38) Want to learn more about Buddhism and relationships? Cheryl's book Buddha's Bedroom is a great resource! Want to rate your relationship on the three keys to great long term love? Take the Passion Quiz. Let's Connect!   Website - Sign up for Weekly LoveBytes here  Youtube Follow @drcherylfraser on Instagram 

“Dr. Cheryl, why are relationships so hard?!” “Is there an easier way to connect with my partner?” “My spouse and I no longer ‘click'—what's wrong with us?” Today's Sex, Love, and Elephants is another flashback to my Summer of Love series from a few years ago. In it, I talk about why we struggle so much with the thing we longed for AND why that struggle doesn't make us a bad person.  Tune in and hear what I've learned from my decades of work with couples just like you. Are you ready to reconnect with your honey? To create love and passion that last a lifetime? Join the Become Passion waitlist and hear more about the program!  Want to know more? Check out the Become Passion testimonials for reviews from actual couples that I've helped through this profound program. In This Episode, You Will Learn: We all are with the wrong person if we expect them to make us happy all the time (04:07) In my Become Passion program, you'll learn to how to fall back in love with the one you're already with (07:41) Having a great relationship isn't easy—it takes real, hard work (10:24) We've all got baggage, and that's not necessarily a bad thing (21:26) Love Stinks and it's not your fault (24:03) This week's LoveByte (28:06) Want to learn more about Buddhism and relationships? Cheryl's book Buddha's Bedroom is a great resource! Want to rate your relationship on the three keys to great long term love? Take the Passion Quiz. Let's Connect!   Website - Sign up for Weekly LoveBytes here  Youtube Follow @drcherylfraser on Instagram 

Want to rate your relationship on the three keys to great long term love? Take the Passion Quiz. “Dr. Cheryl, why am I so unhappy?” “I'm always upset—How can I learn to go with the flow?” “Nothing good ever happens to me, what's the secret to happiness?” Why is it that we're so puzzled about the fundamental ground of what leads to more happiness and less suffering? As it turns out, there is a way to be happy for no reason, a way to have a better, healthier relationship with the person you love, and a way to be a better person. Today's episode of Sex, Love, and Elephants features a Dharma Talk that I gave last month on happiness, negativity, and the coping mechanisms we use to deal with it all.  Tune in and hear my teachings about the most universal experiences that none of us get to escape and the fact that we, as humans, don't get to change reality.  In This Episode, You Will Learn: We're all going to die—it's important to make time for wholesome activities (01:40) Reality sucks sometimes, mortality and loss and suffering is real (10:01) How we react to big, difficult, painful losses is our choice (18:57) We cling and try to manipulate reality so it works for us, but it's a fool's errand (25:48) Today's LoveByte (50:54) Want to learn more about Buddhism and relationships? Cheryl's book Buddha's Bedroom is a great resource! Let's Connect!   Website - Sign up for Weekly LoveBytes here  Youtube Follow @drcherylfraser on Instagram 

When was the last time you took a moment to think about what you think about? When you become conscious of your unconscious, stuff will show up in your life; you'll start seeing synchronicity clues pointing you in the right direction.In today's episode, we talk about manifesting. This access-free mighty tool can utterly change your reality, make your wildest dreams come true, and help you get to the places you've always dreamed of getting, and today, we'll learn how to use it. Throughout this episode, I share my experiences with manifesting, the moment synchronicity clues in my life became so evident they were simply impossible to ignore, and how celebrating little big victories can boost your confidence and increase your vibration levels. I also share several manifestation strategies, how I manifested a book and (who knows?) a future Academy Award-winning movie, and much more. Tune in and listen to episode 9 of Raditude, transform yourself into a synchronicity clues detector, and manifest your dream life. In This Episode, You Will Learn:We all are on a journey, whether you are aware of it or not (2:30)Celebrate your little big victories (6:30)About the things Robert manifested in his life (12:40)Some manifesting strategies (21:00)Ask as if things have already happened (26:20)How I manifested a future Academy Award-winning movie (28:30)Resources Mentioned:Book: Julia Cameron - The Artist's Way: 30th Anniversary EditionLet's connect!WebsiteLinkedInInstagramFacebookTwitterKeywords:Discovering the Synchronicity Clues, Manifest Your Dream Life, Become Conscious of Your Unconscious Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What kind of words pop up when you describe yourself, your mission in life, or your to-do list? Are they, by any chance, juicy and delicious? You'll be surprised by how much your life can improve just by paying attention to linguistics, the language you use to think of yourself, your roles, desires, ambitions, and purpose…In today's episode, I'll invite you to pay attention to how you name things. I play with the "juicy & delicious" concept I learned from a great mentor and a fantastic coach, Chad Cooper. I merged Cooper's idea with the seven levels of Tony Robbins' Wealth Mastery program and created juicy and delicious words for each level, and I'm eager to share them with you to inspire you to do the same. Additionally, you'll hear about my wonderful friend Simone who recently passed away. I share some of my most funny and loving memories with her, and I'll reveal the origin of "Living Rad." Tune in and listen to the second episode of Raditude. Let's take some time together to think of juicy and delicious words to describe your seven levels of Wealth Mastery. In This Episode, You Will Learn:We take a minute to remember the fantastic Simone (2:10)The origin story of Living Rad (10:50)What is the juicy and delicious concept? (21:45)What words describe your physical health and body? (24:10)The importance of being "alignedIn" (29:30)How do you call yourself in the professional field? (31:40)Do you feel like Free Bird when you think of your finances? (37:00)Let's connect!WebsiteLinkedInInstagramFacebookTwitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If your kids are persistent, super perceptive (never miss a thing of what's happening in the room), intense, and constantly engaged and alert, you might have a "little livewire" in your hands, and that should explain why they never (ever) sleep. In this episode, I'm joined by the Researcher, Sleep and Temperament Expert, and Pediatric Sleep Consultant, Macall Gordon. As the mother of two extraordinary, sensitive, and intense young children who refused to sleep, Macall has been researching, writing, and offering advice as a pediatric sleep consultant for over 20 years. She holds a B.S. in Human Biology from Stanford and a Master's degree in Applied Psychology; she is also a Certified Gentle Sleep Coach, a sleep infant researcher and lecturer, and a Parenting Coach. Throughout this episode, Macall talks about what parents should know about their kids' sleep and how to improve it. We also delve into the myths and the outdated "old school" knowledge about children's health, emotional regulation, and development. In addition, Macall explains why sleep interventions on infants younger than 6 months are a waste of time, the reason behind gigantic tantrums, how to deal with them, and so much more.In This Episode, You Will Learn:We have a lot more information available than our parents ever had (4:40)What parents should know about sleep (and what they should forget) (6:07)Why undercutting parents' knowledge is a common thread (11:26)A baby in a bed before three can be a rodeo and a half (22:55)Children's health, tantrums, and the magical power of charts (28:48)Connect with Macall:WebsiteInstagramLinkedInPinterestTikTokFacebookLet's Connect:Website Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What is your feeling when you look at your to-do list for the day or your weekly schedule? Do you feel joyful and excited or overwhelmed and anxious? In today's episode, I'm talking about what we prioritize when we put our schedule together. Of course, running a business is time-consuming and sometimes energy-draining, yet if every item in our schedule makes us clench our teeth in anticipation, and none of them produce joy in us, we must make some adjustments.Throughout this episode, you'll hear about how moving for the fifth time in six and a half years in New York made me realize I needed to change my schedule. You'll learn the changes I've planned for 2023, how I pretend to approach my business and personal development, and why I chose ease as my word for this year. Tune in to episode 70 of Unstoppable Female Entrepreneurs and find out how to reorganize your schedule, approach it with ease, and stop overworking yourself.In This Episode, You Will Learn:We moved again! (0:53)About my new one on one coach and the mastermind I've joined (4:51)I was putting too much into my schedule (8:27)What feelings do the word work generate in you (10:12)Why I decided to inject ease into my daily routine (13:22)Let's Connect!WebsiteFacebookInstagramYouTube5 Keys To Breaking the $10K Code Free TrainingWellness Entrepreneur Mastermind Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

This episode contains discussion of self-harm and suicide that some listeners may find disturbing. Sometimes, after the unexpected passing of someone who looks and seems happy in their life, it can send those of us left behind into introspection mode. The truth is that life will always have highs and lows—and that's okay. It's what we do in the moments between that matters most. Today, I'm back and flying solo after a bit of a December hibernation.Tune in and listen to episode fifty nine of Mamaste with Tanika Ray. I'm talking about life's gray areas, embracing the human experience, and my experience working a job that seemed glamorous on the outside but was really anything but. In This Episode, You Will Learn:We lost so many beautiful people in December, it made for a very unusual holiday season (05:39)We're not supposed to be joyful all the time (07:37)It's a waste of energy to think your life won't have bumpy moments (09:27)Just because we're parents doesn't mean we have to throw out everything else (13:13)I'm sharing the oath of manifestation (15:18)Let's Connect!WebsiteFacebookInstagramYouTubeTwitter Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

It's mid-December. You've just finished work and you're excited to get into your comfy clothes and flop down on the couch for some much deserved TV time. Suddenly, your little night in by yourself suddenly seems a whole lot lonelier, exacerbated by the good cheer playing on every channel.This month, I'm rereleasing some of my favorite episodes about topics that crop up around the holiday season. Whether you're deeply religious, agnostic, celebrate out of cultural identity or leave yourself out of all of it, these episodes are for you.In this episode, I discuss how gatherings of celebration can leave us feeling lonely, depressed, anxious or worse, why those feelings are completely normal, and why it's so important to differentiate between being alone and feeling lonely.In This Episode, You Will Learn:We don't all go into December with everything in our life lined up, like some happy little obedient ducks in a row (05:25)“Alone” and “lonely” aren't synonymous—we've all been very, very lonely when we haven't been alone (07:00)Allow yourself to acknowledge the truth of the difficulty in this moment and practice self compassion (21:01)Sometimes it's too painful to go through the rituals and family routines—it's okay to excuse yourself from them (25:57)Your weekly LoveByte (28:06) Q&A:How can I get my mind off my loneliness when everyone else is out celebrating? A great way to make yourself feel better during the holidays is to volunteer or join a cause for those in need who are less fortunate than you.If YOU have a question or topics you'd like me to cover on the podcast, email it to me hello@drcherylfraser.comLet's Connect!Interested in the 12- week Become Passion online couples program with Cheryl? Learn more and join the waitlist for 2023 HEREWebsite - Sign up for Weekly LoveBytes here YoutubeIf you want to rate your relationship, take the Passion Quiz Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What if that major setback you are dealing with in your business is happening to open new possibilities for you? In today's episode, I'm talking about how challenging it is to see with clarity when unexpected changes happen and the path gets clouded by our emotions. Last week, we received the news that we need to move again, for the fifth time in six years. Although intellectually, I can process this unwanted situation forced upon us, it has been a challenge to embrace it as an opportunity, perhaps the first step into finally living the life of our dreams. It is the same with our businesses; the entrepreneurial journey will usually take us through bumpy roads. Sometimes, it might look like it is driving us right to a cliff, just to turn right into new opportunities and growth in the last second. Throughout this episode, you'll hear about the transformational power of asking yourself: what if? I share how coaching helped me see the exhausting, frustrating, and energy-draining perspective of moving again as an opportunity and how you can apply the same principles to your life and your business. Tune in to episode 54 of Unstoppable Female Entrepreneurs to hear why trusting the process is vital and learn how to reframe unexpected change by asking ourselves, what if. In This Episode, You Will Learn:We are moving again. Right after feeling, we found our groove in NY (1:31)The difference between intellectually getting it and how we feel about things (6:21)Regardless of how I feel about it, we still have to move (8:32)Look at setbacks as character builders, lessons to learn, or even gifts (12:34)Take a moment to breathe. You can believe whatever you want about everything (13:46)Let's Connect!WebsiteFacebookInstagramYouTube5 Keys To Breaking the $10K Code Free TrainingWellness Entrepreneur Mastermind Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Katie Williams, from Jackson, Mississippi, shares her journey of walking through many career choices to figure out the path God wanted her to take.  Through her story, you will see God's will is not about the perfectly executed plan as much as it is the person you become in the process.   IN THIS EPISODE, YOU WILL LEARN: We are given many open doors daily... God isn't concerned about which open door we choose but how we respond when we walk through that door. God's primary will for your life is not what you do, where you live, or who you become... His primary will is that you become a person of excellent character. No part of your life is ever wasted! Check out John Ortberg's "All The Places You'll Go" HERE Check out Katie's business -  MISSISSIPPI STITCHES HERE. THIS THURSDAY ON YOUR REGULAR PODCAST FEED: ​ - A TASTE OF PATREON: A BRAND NEW BONUS STORY!  Enjoy hearing Nicole Clark's story from Plano, Texas.   JOIN PATREON HERE

Why are relationships so hard? Today, I'm pressing pause on my Summer of Love couples Q&A series for a little bit of reflection. I'm talking about why we struggle so much with the thing we longed for AND why that struggle doesn't make us a bad person.Do YOU have a question about Sex, Love, and Relationships you would like me to answer on the podcast during my Summer of Love series? Email it to hello@drcherylfraser.com with the subject line “Podcast Question.” Give me a little background about your relationship, ask your question, and tell me if I can use your name or if you'd like to remain anonymous. :)Are you ready to reconnect with your honey? To create love and passion that last a lifetime? Join the Become Passion waitlist and hear more about the program! This twelve-week immersion couples program with me, Dr. Cheryl, starts November 4.Want to know more? Check out the Become Passion testimonials for reviews from actual couples that I've helped through this profound program.In This Episode, You Will Learn:We all are with the wrong person if we expect them to make us happy all the time (04:07)In my Become Passion program, you'll learn to how to fall back in love with the one you're already with (07:41)Having a great relationship isn't easy—it takes real, hard work (10:24)We've all got baggage, and that's not necessarily a bad thing (21:26)Love Stinks and it's not your fault (24:03)This week's LoveByte (28:06)Q&A:How can I make my relationship easier? I love my partner, but connecting is so much work! Great relationships take hard work, they don't just happen. Learning how to have a real connection with your sweetheart takes practice and accountability. Check out my Become Passion- Create Love That Lasts a Lifetime course to learn what it takes to build a lasting, exceptional relationship. Want to learn more about Buddhism and Love relationships? Check out my book Buddha's Bedroom Got a question or topic you'd like me to cover in an upcoming episode? Email me at hello@drcherylfraser.comLet's Connect!About MeWebsite - Sign up for Weekly LoveBytes here Facebook Page YoutubeIf you want to rate your relationship, take the Passion QuizBecome Passion - Create Love that Lasts A Lifetime immersion program waitlist Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

In This Episode, You Will Learn:We will always grieve and remember our loved ones who dieGrief grows softer over timeRequest your Awaken Your Happiness Journaling Guide hereLet's Connect:WebsiteLinkedInInstagramTwitter - @ThreattEmilyPinterestThe Grief and Happiness AllianceBook: Emily Thiroux Threatt - Loving and Living Your Way Through GriefFacebookRequest your Awaken Your Happiness Journaling Guide hereSee acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Although feeling a pit in the stomach is as human as any feeling can be, the more we sit with it, the more prolonged its adverse effects will be. So, my invitation is for you to try these techniques and see if they serve you well. In This Episode, You Will Learn:We must learn to recognize when we are in the presence of a pit (3:10)Movement is life. We must shake that feeling out of our bodies (4:08)Breathing is underrated. Connecting our breathing with movement is perhaps one of the most powerful resources we have (7:19)No one will read our journal. We must lose the fear of journaling and embrace such a powerful technique to reconnect with ourselves (11:04)Let's connect!Active Ingredient InstagramSophie Weill Instagram See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Becoming a more home-based society during the pandemic didn't eliminate the threats to our and our employees' safety. The threats simply followed us home. To our guest, Terry Choate Jr, taking care of our external and internal customers is the best way to enhance our organization's security. Terry Choate Jr is the CEO, Co-founder, and President of Blue-U Defense. This company provides Fortune 2000 corporations with active shooter, unwanted intruder and workplace violence training, planning and policy assistance, and Executive Protection services. Terry is a thought leader passionate about offering real security solutions for the prevention and survival of incidents of violence; he is a former law enforcement officer and SWAT Team Commander. In this episode, we delve into the importance of business owners spending time and resources to ensure their internal and external customers' safety. Terry kindly shared his expertise in home-based security and reputation harm. We also talk about the importance of keeping ourselves informed, the benefits of having a happy workforce, and the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) obligations every business owner should be aware of. In This Episode, You Will Learn:We must fact check every piece of information we receive, even the ones we get from professionals and thought leaders (5:16)The bad guys always find a way to vulnerate our safety. What should be aware of in the home-based society we live in (8:36)The cons of avoiding news channels and being utterly uninformed (15:59)About what most companies ignore from OSHA (20:05)What should every business owner do to ensure their staff and their customers' safety (26:17)Resources: Blue-U Defense websiteBlue-U Defense FacebookBlue-U Defense TwitterConnect with Terry:LinkedInLet's connect:LinkedInFacebookEmail: mopodcast@autotraining.net Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

The first time I heard the statement, "you have everything you need inside of you," it didn't make much sense to me. Where? I asked. But when I sat quietly and paid attention to the soft whisper telling me how much I was loved, needed, and powerful, I got it; that place where I had all I need is the center of my heart, my true self, where we can also hear the voice of our soul. Today's episode is about paying attention to where we are looking for answers and understanding that we'll never find peace as long as we keep on looking for them outside of ourselves. We delve into the importance of committing to work on ourselves to find answers, develop the ability of self-reflection, and why we must release to heal. We also talk about creating space to allow what is new to enter our lives, and get rid of the old bitterness, since we can't create new feelings with an old mindset. In addition, I share three simple yet powerful secrets to feel better immediately, and we explore the importance of raising barriers without fear of rejection and the instrumental role of forgiveness in healing.In This Episode, You Will Learn:We are all on a similar journey; we are all healing from something (2:14)We must commit to working on ourselves if we want to grow and heal (3:20)We can either stay disconnected or listen to our intuition, to the quiet whisper (7:19)Accessing the center of our hearts will allow us to find the answers we are looking for (12:40)Why should we focus on our mental health (17:26)You can't heal what you can't see (20:41)Three secrets to feel better NOW (21:04)Resources:Growing Through Grief System - Book NowLet's Connect!FacebookTwitterInstagramLinkedInWebsiteFacebook Group - Growing Through Grief Together Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When you are unhappy, why are you unhappy? Life would be a heck of a lot simpler if there was a go-to answer to that question, wouldn't it? Generally, we're unhappy when something in our lives isn't going quite right. You might be in pain, you might be mourning a loss, you might be worrying about money or your career or your love life. But even that last one is a little tricky: When we're unhappy in our romantic relationship, why are we unhappy?Today, I'm talking about the number one cause of relationship misery—and for that matter, all misery—in our lives. In this episode, we're exploring how the mind is responsible for whether or not an event is positive or negative and what story you're telling yourself about it. I'm also telling you about the cure for disappointment in your relationship that will be your key for freedom and happiness and your one way ticket out of Marriage, Inc. In This Episode, You Will Learn:We are happy or not happy in our mind (02:25)How we interpret, how we react to, and how we think about the thing that's happening is the cause of our happiness or unhappiness (04:26)“If only” are two of the most dangerous words in relationship—and in life (13:38)My husband made our first Valentine's Day together absolutely magical… that doesn't mean they've all been that way! (15:38)The story in your head is what will determine whether you have a great relationship— with all its imperfections and all the ways your mate “disappoints” you (18:03)Rewrite the story of your relationship in your mind (20:46) Your weekly LoveByte (26:24)Q&A:My spouse is driving me crazy lately, what should I do? Ask yourself why they're making you unhappy. Is it something they're intentionally doing or is it something you've made your mind up to be annoyed by?My partner neglected Valentine's Day again this year… how do I tell them I'm disappointed? Whether or not you're disappointed is a choice you've made in your mind. Realize that it's highly unlikely that they set out to upset you and temper your expectations for next time. I'm always let down by others, how can I make my life happier? How we interpret, how we react to, and how we think about the thing that's happening is the cause of our happiness or unhappiness. Learn to stop relying on others for your own happiness. Become Passion - Create Love that Lasts A Lifetime immersion program waitlistLet's Connect!About MeWebsite - Sign up for Weekly LoveBytes here Facebook Page YoutubeIf you want to rate your relationship, take the Passion Quiz Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today's episode is a powerful one. Having read several books and watched tons of videos on self-help, visualization, and manifestation, I had never achieved what our guest, Barney Feinberg, helped me unlock in just a couple of minutes. The simplicity, clarity, and kindness of his voice and message just blew me away, and I'm eager to share all of that in our show. Barney Feinberg is an Innovative Executive Coach and Recruiter, Founder and CEO of The Chemistry Factor, Author, and Podcast Host. Early on in his career, Barney became a CPA, traveled to Aisa, and worked for 7 years, where he learned and perfected his fluency in the language of business. Fast forward some years, Barney started working on executive placement. After becoming a Professional Coactive Coach, he thought it would be great to combine both activities, which created Life Balancing Recruiting, an embryo of the Chemistry Factor. In this episode, Coach Barney shares bits of his inspiring knowledge on the importance of empowering our values, strengthening our personal relationships, and recognizing the ability we all have to choose how to feel. We learn why it is so hard for most of us to identify our values, get attached to our peak moments, and manifest the energy that better serves us. Coach Barney also described the four-step process to connect with our values. He offered a short demonstration of how to identify and go to our lives' peak moments and then empower the value those peak moments enhance. Tune in to episode 13 of Maximum Octane and experience Coach Barney's clarity and calm wisdom.In This Episode, You Will Learn:We think there is a difference between life and work, but they are the same (5:15)We get to choose who we are regardless of the circumstances (7:33)The four-step process to connect with our values (8:55)Why do most of us struggle to articulate our values (12:13)It is not about pointing out the error; it is about asking how we can make it better (17:48)The benefits of being patient (25:49)Resources:The Chemistry Factor websiteThe Chemistry Factor podcastBook: Barney Feinberg - The Chemistry Factor: Create Powerful Business Relationships for Greater SuccessConnect with Coach Barney:LinkedInEmail: barney@thechemistryfactor.comLet's connect:LinkedInFacebookEmail: mopodcast@autotraining.net Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

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

One of the most difficult things to accept as a parent is how quickly we go from being our kids' heroes to being decidedly uncool in their minds. It's pretty hard to come to terms with at first, but once you realize the fact that you're often dealing with your own mini-me, you can start to give them the tools and examples to make better decisions for themselves—even if they don't realize exactly what you're up to.Today is part two of my chat with Claudine Cooper, my sister-friend, wellness expert, fellow mama, and co-founder of the Grace Space Wellness Studio. Through Grace Space, Claudine has built a community of wellness enthusiasts while staying dedicated to her mission for accessible wellness.Tune in and listen to episode twelve of Mamaste with Tanika Ray. Claudine and I talk about the negativity and manipulation we're fed by mass media, why it's so important to reserve judgment on what others do with their bodies, and how the best thing you can do for your maturing kids is to give them the tools to make informed decisions.Some Questions I ask:Who are three people you follow as a mood booster? (07:35)How do you protect your kids from losing track of their self and their self love when we as parents become uncool to them? (10:17)What kind of conversations are you having with your kids to make sure they're making the good choices? (15:21)In This Episode, You Will Learn:We all have a valuable testimony to share (06:07)What a slippery slope parenting can be when you start restricting your kids decisions (14:44)Setting a great example as people is one of the greatest gifts we can give to our littles (23:35)None of us are exempt from being played by our children—who literally think they're just a better version of us! (24:39)People mentioned: Willie Moore Jr.Sarah Jakes RobertsJerry Flowers Jr.Gary VaynerchukDr. Shefali TsabaryConnect with Claudine:InstagramLinkedInGrace Space Wellness StudioLet's Connect!WebsiteFacebookInstagramYouTubeTwitter Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

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

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

The week after Thanksgiving tends to be a bit slower than the others, with people recovering from overeating, and in some cases, drinking. I believe that the slow pace at which everything moves is also an appeal for introspection and reflection. So, I decided to bring a short and sweet episode to think about human nature, what we laugh at, and why we steal food. In this episode, I share a few experiences working on Thanksgiving and some post-holiday incidents at lunch break. We also discuss where the line should be drawn for first responders' dark humor and why we should avoid going for the cheap laugh. In This Episode, You Will Learn:We all had holidays we preferred to work and get out of the house (1:41)The missing turkey sandwich (2:48)Un unpleasant encounter on Facebook (3:51)No humor is meant to harm (4:54)Resources:Police Humor In Tough TimesFire Department Chronicles: Is Dark Humor Bad?Let's Connect!Overnight Observations website Email: OvernightObservations@gmail.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If you've ever spent a holiday season nursing a sad or broken heart, you know how lonely it can be. And you definitely can relate to this...Imagine a December day. The sun is already down. You've just finished work and you're excited to get into your comfy clothes and flop down on the couch for some much-deserved TV time. You flick the “ON” button and the first image you see is of a soldier returning from deployment, kneeling with open arms to envelop her beloved children, ecstatic at her presence. The dog, the Christmas lights the...togetherness...what follows is a corny message about “The Season” and suddenly, you're not in such a great mood. Your little night in by yourself suddenly seems a whole lot lonelier, only exacerbated by the good cheer playing on every channel.For the month of December, I'll be covering different topics that crop up around the holiday season. Whether you're deeply religious, agnostic, celebrate out of cultural identity, or leave yourself out of all of it, these episodes are for you. This can be an incredibly tough month for those of us who are divorcing or divorced, those of us who are in struggling romantic relationships, and many times those of us who are single—whether it be through our own choice or not. In this episode, I talk about what to do over the holiday season when we're grieving, when we're lonely, when we're sad. I discuss how gatherings of celebration can leave us feeling lonely, depressed, anxious or worse, why those feelings are completely normal, and why it's so important to differentiate between being alone and feeling lonely.In This Episode, You Will Learn:We don't all go into December with everything in our life lined up, like some happy little obedient ducks in a row (05:25)“Alone” and “lonely” aren't synonymous—we've all been very, very lonely when we haven't been alone (07:00)Consider the story you're telling yourself about your loneliness (13:38)You can choose to focus on what you have instead of what you don't (19:08)Allow yourself to acknowledge the truth of the difficulty in this moment and practice self-compassion (21:01)Sometimes it's too painful to go through the rituals and family routines—it's okay to excuse yourself from them (25:57)Your weekly LoveByte (28:06) Q&A:What can I do to feel better about being alone this holiday season? Being alone doesn't mean having to be lonely. You have a choice to decide whether or not to cling to what you don't have.Is there a way to get through the holidays without feeling depressed? Remember to be incredibly kind to yourself. Show yourself the same compassion you show to others. How can I get my mind off my loneliness when everyone else is out celebrating? A great way to make yourself feel better during the holidays is to volunteer or join a cause for those in need who are less fortunate than you.Let's Connect!Website - Sign up for Weekly LoveBytes here Facebook Page YoutubeIf you want to rate your relationship, take the Passion Quiz Our GDPR privacy policy was updated on August 8, 2022. Visit acast.com/privacy for more information.

The last couple of years were tough on all of us; in addition to the imposed restrictions, many of us had to deal with loss, pain, and heartbreaks. The forced isolation we've been sent into created a lot of time to be with ourselves, causing us to deal with the pain we pushed for years, even for decades. But there is a path we can choose to help us heal, the path of compassion. Regardless of where we are in our grief journey, compassion is ours whenever we feel ready to receive it. In this episode, we talk about compassionate grief, a topic that warms my heart the moment I hear of it. We explore the meaning and purpose of compassionate grief, how we can provide it to others and ourselves, how we can use it to heal, grow, and help others do the same. We also go through the different ways to show compassion and why it is a crucial part of healing. I also offer three options to consider to help us understand the power of compassionate grief and much more. Tune in and listen to episode 23 of Growing Through Grief and learn about this amazing healing resource that will help you be more kind to yourself and more understanding about your pain.In This Episode, You Will Learn:We can experience self-compassion in times of grief and pain (3:41)The different ways to show compassion (4:54)What is compassionate grief, and how it can help us (6:39)There can be no trust without compassion (8:19)A few options to consider to embrace compassionate grief (11:19)How compassionate grief can take us to the truth of who we really are (16:49)Let's Connect!FacebookTwitterInstagramLinkedInWebsiteFacebook Group - Living and Growing Through Grief Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If, during a moment of deep pain, one of our friends shows up and tells us not to worry, forget about what is making us suffer, and let time work its magic, what would we think of that friend? We would undoubtedly stop trusting that friend. However, on many occasions, that is the kind of friend we are to ourselves. We tend to push down the pain and forget about it, like if it didn't exist. In this episode, we expand our concept of friendship and courage associated with growth. We talk about the kind of friends we need to go through a grief process, and therefore, what kind of friends we need to be to ourselves. We explore what it means to be courageous and why we must concede ourselves the courage to grow. I share two tips to be our own cheerleaders and have the courage to grow throughout our grief process.In This Episode, You Will Learn:We tend to think it is more comfortable to remain the same and avoid change (2:41)The reasons that made us stop our process of growing and expanding our lives (5:55)Learning to be a true friend to ourselves (7:16)Having the courage of growing through it all (9:18)We must recognize the opportunity to grow and run towards it (15:33)Let's Connect!FacebookTwitterInstagramLinkedInWebsiteFacebook Group - Living and Growing Through Grief Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Getting out of our comfort zone is a challenging, yet rewarding, decision to make. To me, it was starting a podcast and putting myself out there, interviewing tradesmen and business owners to add value. And I discovered that accepting new challenges and committing to overcoming them is a satisfying feeling, regardless of the success of our new endeavor. In this episode, after one year of our first episode, I want to thank our listeners for joining us on every episode, our guests for helping me build this show, and our sponsors for believing in this project. I want to express my gratitude for having the possibility of making this show and celebrate the decision to start a podcast; this journey has been a blast! In This Episode, You Will Learn:We are part of the exclusive club of the 1% (2:02)There is so much space to grow and improve (5:08)What was the purpose of starting this podcast (7:03)Let's Connect!LinkedInInstagram TwitterMPC Builders - WebsiteMPC Builders - Facebook See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Since the beginning, life was particularly harsh with Shawn Harper; physically abused by his father, documented with four or five learning disabilities, kicked out of two schools for disciplinary issues, he was told not to play football because of his knee issues, and the list goes on. "Shawn, you're a loser, you're a failure, you're dumb, stupid" - he grew up hearing those kinds of things. Until one day, after receiving a phone call from a Junior College in Iowa, he told himself, "Yes, I don't have the education nor the elements needed to be successful, but I can win." Visiting us today is the inspiring Shawn Harper, former NFL, and NFL Europe player. He is a CEO, an investor, a husband, a father, an author, and a keynote speaker. Shawn is the President of American Services and Protection, Owner of Bridge Builders International, and Professional Speaker & Motivator. He is the creator of Shawn Harper Speaks, and he donates his time to several philanthropic endeavors. In this episode, we had an enlightening conversation about Shawn's incredible journey of self-improvement. He brilliantly explained the difference between being successful and a winner in life. We talked about the different ways of facing challenges in life and what can the average person do to be a winner. He spoke about rebranding success in our lives, competing against ourselves, and the difference between losing and feeling we are losers.Tune in to Episode 90 of Rejuvenaging and listen to Shawn's unique perspective about winning, success, failure, and self-improvement. Some Questions I Ask:What motivated you to pursue running a multimillion-dollar corporation plus doing motivational speaking after retiring from professional football? (3:53)How do you think the average person should incorporate the concept "you're a winner" in their minds? (12:24)How do you deal with getting back in touch with "the winner in me" after experiencing defeat? (16:29)If somebody is a parent of a young child, any particular strategies or suggestions for how to instill this attitude? (21:11)In This Episode, You Will Learn:We are here for a reason and for a season. How Shawn found meaning and purpose in life (5:05)We start winning the race of life from the moment we are conceived (9:40)We need to rebrand success. Who's our toughest competitor in life? (13:55)The difference between winning and success (19:49)The importance of how we mold our belief system (23:24)Resources:Shawn Harper websiteBook: Shawn Harper - The Winning Edge: 8 Principles that Will Bring Out the Winner in You - FREEConnect with Shawn:LinkedInEmail: support@shawnspeaks.com Useful Rejuvenaging Resources:Website: https://www.thementalhealthgym.com/Book: Dr. Ron Kaiser -Rejuvenaging: The Art and Science of Growing Older with EnthusiasmEmail: ron.kaiser@thementalhealthgym.com TEDx Talk: Aging Enthusiastically to Make the World a Better Place See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

My guest for today's episode is Shannon Yonge, co-founder and Soul Restorator Instructor at SoulChicks, a place for women looking forward to living deeper, truer, and braver. After an extreme situation in her life, Shannon had to find the time and place to heal, regroup, and start over - and SoulChicks is a safe place to do just that.In this episode, we talk about how SoulChiks helps women to heal. Shannon shares her path from betrayal and abuse to trusting people again, starting over again, and giving her permission to edit her life, and how her dream of helping other women to thrive started. Tune in to Episode 7 of Bravefull to hear more!Some Questions I Ask:How did you get to SoulChicks? (3:00)What did it mean to you having to edit your life? (6:57)How did you learn to build trust in people again? (9:10)How did you distract yourself from the thought of what happened to you? (11:40)You put out into the universe how you wanted your business' partner to be, and it came back. Could you talk a little bit about that? (20:14)Do you have a community of women that can support you as you go through your soul goals? (29:47)In This Episode, You Will Learn:We get an invitation to live every day (9:30)The importance of processing pain and traumas (13:35)The only way to the other side of pain is through it; we cannot go around it (15:25)Being intentional and showing up for ourselves every day (26:41)The power of wearing your words (38:31)Let's Connect!WebsiteEmail: alqziegert@gmail.comConnect with Shannon:InstagramSoulChiks websiteEtsy Shop: Walking BravelyResources:Book: Brene Brown, Daring GreatlyBook: Judith Orloff, The Empath's Survival GuideBook: Judith Orloff, Thriving as an Empath Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.