The holidays are literally just days away. You know what that means? There may just be some awkward family conversations and dynamics. Families aren’t perfect and sometimes they are just plain chaotic. Is there a way we can still love our families through the chaos? Listen in as Kendra Fletcher shares from her experiences and wisdom. Find out more about Kendra @ kendrafletcher.com
We each have our own unique story made up of several chapters. We live each day and watch our lives unfold a page at a time. Some chapters we love and want to re-read, while we’d rather rip out other chapters and write something in ourselves. No matter what, it is our story and there is so much to learn from telling stories and listening to stories. Listen in on this conversation with NY Times Bestselling author Traci Chee and she shares her story.
Listen in on part 2 of this conversation with Doreen Dodgen-Magee, PsyD, an award winning author, speaker, & psychologist as we continue to think through the power of our words.
Ever want to be a superhero when you were a kid? Flying not your thing? Invisibility seem too weird? Not a fan of capes and being lonely in a huge mansion? How about words with superpowers? Can you imagine? What if you could become a force for good in our very broken world and what if your words were your superpower? We all talk a lot but we don't often consider the power our words have to transform our lives and the lives of people around us. Listen in on this conversation with Doreen Dodgen-Magee, PsyD, an award winning author, speaker, & psychologist as we dive into the power of the words we speak.
Art, in its various forms, has always been a vessel for us to explore the complexities of life and the human experience. Listen in on this conversation with Chelsea Damante and hear how her view of life and mortality influence her artwork. Chelsea may surprise you as she shares about her passion for a particular style of art, but I promise you – listen carefully and you will be sure to hear her heart. You can find some of Chelsea’s artwork and book her for paint parties by contacting her on Instagram @aplaceforthearts or emailing her
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Two things are certain; you need money to live now and, at some point, you will die. Not always the easiest topic to discuss, but listen in as Rick Dahlseid, CFO, MS Tax, CPA shares how to use money to live life to the fullest now with the end in mind.
Dogs!!! Beyond playing fetch or accompanying us on walks, dogs often become deeply loved members of our families and loyal companions on our journey through life. Get ready to have your heart warmed and gain a new appreciation for the unique bond between humans and dogs as you listen in on this conversation with Michelle Williams from Canine Companions, a truly amazing organization!
Pictures help us hold on to so many memories and moments of our lives, but what's it like to be on the other side of the lens? Listen in on this conversation with Addison Bello as she shares from her experiences as a professional photographer. Not only is she a super talented photographer, she also has a deep appreciation for being invited in to capture the real moments of life. Check out her amazing photography work here!
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It’s estimated the average American student spends almost 19,000 hours of their lives in school between kindergarten and their senior year in high school. That is a lot of time spent in formal education. But what happens during those moments? Listen in on my conversation with Ben Middleton, a 30 year veteran of the public school system, as we talk about lessons learned inside and outside of the classroom.
Life can be messy and time can seem to go by too fast. How can we soak up all of the moments we have with our families and be present? Listen in on this conversation with a dear friend and be encouraged by her perspective on kids, family, and of course...cleaning the house!
The moments leading up to and after the birth of a child are some of the most sacred moments of life. Hear from Dr. Phil Cheng, a Neonatologist, who knows all about the miraculous first breaths and heart beats of life.
Have you ever considered what settles your soul? Is it a walk on the beach? Is it spending time with the people you love the most? Maybe it's reading a novel with a warm cup of coffee in front of you. Could it be possible to find peace in something completely different though? What if you could find peace for your soul by embracing the reality of your mortality? Tracy Wheeler, Exceutive Director of End Well graciously joins me as we explore the idea of shifting the conversation around death so that "ending well becomes a measure of living well."
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Can you imagine looking forward to your death with the same sort of anticipation you might have when looking forward to the birth of a child? It's sounds strange, right? But, what if acknowledging and embracing your mortality could change your perspective on the moments of your life in the here and now? Listen as Jeremy shares some background on how he came to this idea of openly talking about mortality and why it might be important to remember we are all currently experiencing The Moments Before Death.