What does it mean to truly say “enough” and rewrite your own story in the middle of life’s chaos? This week on The Change Effect, I welcome back midlife sobriety coach Lori Massicot, founder of Team Alcohol Free, for a candid and empowering conversation about embracing change, breaking free from alcohol, and finding deeper peace and purpose in midlife. After decades of using alcohol to cope with anxiety, doubts, and the demands of daily life, Lori reached her turning point with an unsha...

In a world that never seems to slow down, it's easy to wear busyness like a badge of honor and ignore the subtle signals of stress and anxiety brewing beneath the surface. This week on The Change Effect, we’re diving deep into the everyday experience of stress and anxiety and more importantly, provides simple, actionable tools to help you regulate, reset, and turn overwhelm into powerful new beginnings. Get 20% off your Day by Daybook® with the discount code NEW20 here. ...

Content Warning: This episode has brief mentions of suicidal ideations. What does it mean to reclaim your identity after surviving years of trauma and emotional manipulation? For so many women, toxic relationship patterns leave deep marks that quietly shape our future choices, our self-image, and our ability to set healthy boundaries. This week on The Change Effect, I am joined by Darla Ridilla– certified Somatic Trauma Informed Relationship Coach and founder of High Value Women—to talk...

We've all had moments where our intuition nudges us toward something bigger, whether it's starting a new business, mentoring others, or simply wanting more fulfillment from our work. But what happens when the desire for change grows stronger than your reasons to stay in a life you've known for so long? This week on The Change Effect, I’m unpacking one of the most transformative (and scary) decisions you can make: leaving your corporate job to step into a life that's truly your own...

Change can upend us in ways we never expect, yet so often, our toughest seasons become the fertile ground for our greatest growth. This week on The Change Effect, I welcome Sarah Brown, whose life’s path has been marked by profound transformation through sobriety, the loss of an 18-year marriage, and a breast cancer diagnosis. Drawing from her work as an executive coach, her journey along the Camino de Santiago, and her guiding philosophy of amor fati—to love one’s fate—Sarah has emerge...

Navigating uncertain periods of life can leave us feeling lost, stressed, or disconnected from ourselves. What if the antidote isn’t perfection, but playful, everyday creativity? In this episode of the The Change Effect, I explore how creative rituals—big and small—can serve as powerful anchors during life’s stormier seasons. We'll break down the science and soul behind creative practices that support emotional resilience and nervous system regulation. Get 20% off your Day by Dayb...

When life hands us tidal wave after tidal wave of loss, change, and uncertainty, it can feel impossible to find solid ground again—let alone rediscover joy. On this week’s episode of The Change Effect, I’m joined by Jaime Townzen, a writer, artist, and caregiver who found solace, healing, and self-rediscovery through unexpected creative outlets after years of profound personal tragedy and caretaking. In this deeply moving and inspiring conversation, Jaime and I talk about her transition...

Have you ever felt a quiet restlessness inside, a nudge that there must be more to life than what you’re currently experiencing? On this week’s episode of The Change Effect, I unpack the misunderstood concept of reinvention—not as becoming someone new, but as becoming more of who you truly are. I walk you through why we feel the pull to reinvent at pivotal moments, and how embracing life as a process of ongoing development opens doors to freedom, joy, and new possibilities. Get 20% of...

Please note: You may notice a few sound fades in this episode due to the acoustics of the art gallery. When we think about reinventing ourselves or starting over, especially later in life, it can feel daunting—like stepping into a world of unknowns with nothing but a dream to guide us. This week on The Change Effect, I sat down with Lorna York to talk about her incredible journey from humble beginnings and personal upheaval to becoming a powerhouse in the contemporary art scene. At 65, ...

We all know that change is hard, but what if the real challenge isn’t knowing what to do, but actually trusting ourselves to see it through? This week on The Change Effect, I’m breaking down the underestimated art of self-trust, setting intentions that truly stick, and why following through is the ultimate act of self-respect. With practical strategies and honest insights, I’ll guide you through setbacks, self-sabotage, and the habitual stories we tell ourselves so you can finally build...

When we think about creating a life and career we love, it’s easy to get caught up in external validation. But true transformation starts from within, and reimagining our lives often means letting go of outside approval so that we can rediscover our own brilliance. This week on The Change Effect, my guest Alexis Kay and I dive deep into her journey from rising star in the corporate creative world to founder, freelance storyteller, and coach. Alexis shares what led her to step off the “e...

What if instead of just surviving change, you could partner with it as a catalyst for reinvention, truth, and personal power? This week on The Change Effect, I’m diving into the profound impacts of change and turning life’s pivotal moments into new beginnings. We’re going to break down the foundational mindset shifts, practical strategies, and empowering exercises that can help you not only navigate but deliberately create meaningful changes in your life, career, relationships, and beyo...

When we think about change, we usually imagine positive transitions. But sometimes, life delivers a transformation we never wanted. This week on The Change Effect, Karen Hager, intuitive guide and spiritual teacher, returns to the podcast to share her experience after the loss of her beloved partner, Kathy, following a seventeen-month battle with cancer. In a conversation both deeply tender and inspiring, Karen and host Noelle Van discuss the reality of grief, the upheaval it brings, an...

Starting in August, Journeys Through Change will become The Change Effect! Same great podcast, now hyper-focused on turning inspiration into actionable strategies you can implement into your life, career, or business. I can't wait for this new journey with you! Change is inevitable. That’s why I designed the Day by Daybook®, a guided journal to help you face the discomfort of those shifts in life that are pushing you to that next level of growth and learning. Get your Day by Daybook...

We all have stories about who we are and what’s possible for us, but what if those stories are the very thing keeping us stuck? This week on Journeys Through Change, I’m diving into the powerful narratives we tell ourselves, why they so often keep us living by rules we never agreed to, and what we can do to flip the script. Get 50% off the Change Maker Series if you sign up now AND use the discount code NEW20 for 20% off your Day by Daybook® here. In this episode, I discuss: H...

When it comes to change, our wake-up calls too often arrive as crisis, breakdown, or loss, forcing us to move from comfort - only when we have no other choice. But why do we wait for pain or external pressure before taking the steps we know we need? This week on Journeys Through Change, I’m exploring the subtle stories we tell ourselves about why we endure situations that no longer fit, and how to shift from changing by force to embracing change on purpose. Get 50% off the Change Make...

Ready to make a change but keep hitting a wall? You know you’re ready for more; more purpose, more visibility, more freedom, but you can’t seem to get there? You’re not alone. Whether it’s a career shift, launching that business, leaving a relationship, or finally speaking up, I want to help you find what’s actually blocking you and give you the tools to move through it. This week on Journeys Through Change, I’m talking about how to uncover what’s blocking your breakthrough! Get 50% off the...

Content Warning: While this episode does not contain explicit details, it has a heavy focus on mental health and mentions of suicide. When we think about our childhood, we often remember both the joys and the silent struggles that shaped us. But what happens when generations of silence around pain, mental illness and addiction surface? This week on Journeys Through Change, my guest Meg Kissinger, Pulitzer Prize finalist, nationally acclaimed journalist, and author, shares the courageous journ...

Letting go of something sounds so simple… until you actually have to do it. It can feel a lot like you’re surrendering, but it doesn’t have to! Whether you’re sending a child off to college, leaving a long-term career, or saying goodbye to the version of life you always imagined, letting go is not about loss, but about making space for something new to grow. This week on Journeys Through Change, I’m talking about the art of letting go! Get 50% off the Change Maker Series if you sign up now ...

Have you ever dreamed of dropping everything and starting anew in a beautiful foreign land, but felt unsure how to make it happen? Today’s guest shares her inspiring journey of transformation—leaving behind life in the Netherlands after the pandemic to take on the challenge of restoring a centuries-old property in the French countryside. This week on Journeys Through Change, my guest Alethea Clarke and I are talking about lessons in patience and transformation: building a dream in the French ...