My guest this week is Philippa Robinson, who I met not too long ago as a fellow participant in a coaching program. She's a high energy, deeply thoughtful and all around lovely person to chat to, and I had such fun with her. I asked her to share her "origin story," which she generously did, as she and her story are inspiration for any of us trying to feel at home in our lives, and for the kind of personal work that truly results in freedom. Philippa is a part-time compliance officer for a law firm - having stepped away from lawyering herself - podcast host, author, and importantly, coach to Highly Sensitive People. Our exchange on the subject of HSPs (definition, tell-tale signs, etc.) and introversion/ extroversion is a revealing exploration of how we learn more about ourselves by trying on "labels" (and then moving beyond them!). I trust you'll enjoy our conversation as much we did!

You can reach Philippa at [email protected] and find her at https://www.boldhsp.com/

Podcast: HSP Connection: https://open.spotify.com/show/3pfysrGLDJZn47Aollc1wI

LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/philippa-robinson-boldhsp/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theboldhsp/

You can find me, Susan, at SusanASutherland.com

Connect with me on my socials: 

LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-a-sutherland-she-her-a03ba933/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/susan_a_sutherland/ 

 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/susanasutherlandcoaching

In this short solo episode I share some 'behind the scenes' insights into a shift I've been making in my coaching business. I share my perspective, thoughts and feelings as I re-brand (sort-of) to better reflect my experience, skills and interests as coach. 

A few things I mention:

• My group coaching program/ mastermind "Meant for More" which will launch later this year. You can get on the waitlist to learn more HERE. 
• The tranformative training and certification I received from Sas Petherick's ICF-accredited Self-Belief Coaching Academy. She's enrolling now: tell her I sent you! Her Instagram account is @saspetherick

You can find me on my (somewhat out of date) website: SusanASutherland.com

Connect with me on my socials: 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/susan_a_sutherland/ 

LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-a-sutherland-she-her-a03ba933/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/susanasutherlandcoaching

My guest this week is Maryann Minutillo, who I met many (many) years ago when her spouse Bob and my father were stationed at the US Embassy in Bahrain in the Persian Gulf. Maryann brought her curiosity and intellect to getting to know me, a 19 year-old, which still surprises me to this day. Maryann shares with me how she and her husband navigated many years in the US Foreign Service, and how their roles reversed when she became the Peace Corps Country Director for Bolivia, which was followed by an outstanding 20-year career. Strategic, organized, and thoughtful, it is Maryann's humanity and kindness that comes through most in our conversation. I loved speaking with her.

You can reach Maryann through Facebook or LinkedIn: Maryann Minutillo

Susan’s website: SusanASutherland.com

Connect with Susan on her socials: 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/susan_a_sutherland/ 

LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-a-sutherland-she-her-a03ba933/

 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/susanasutherlandcoaching

In this short solo episode, Susan shares the Parable of the Power Coat. This parable is a very useful metaphor and construct for thinking about how we grow as humans and leaders. She also takes a moment to explore some people's discomfort with using the word "power," and she encourages people to get comfortable with the notion of their personal and professional power.

Susan’s website: SusanASutherland.com

Connect with Susan on her socials: 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/susan_a_sutherland/ 

LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-a-sutherland-she-her-a03ba933/

 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/susanasutherlandcoaching

Join Susan and Linda, who have been friends since 1978 and day one (or two) of freshman year in college, as they discuss Linda’s career as a lawyer and Chief Counsel at MaineHousing – an agency of the State of Maine - and training in and transition to being a mental health counselor. In a revealing and thoughtful conversation, they chat through various topics, including transitions, self-awareness, aging and the joys of being present and alive in their lives and in the world. 

Linda served as Chief Counsel of MaineHousing for 25 years. MaineHousing bridges public and private housing finance to provide safe, affordable, warm (because Maine in the winter!!) housing for Mainers with low and moderate incomes. When Linda retired from MaineHousing it was a $2.1 billion financial institution with a staff of over 180 people. 

Some turmoil at work around 12 or so years ago led Linda to seek therapy. She developed a keen interest in mental health counseling and during her last several years at MaineHousing pursued a masters in mental health counseling. She retired from MaineHousing just under two years ago and now has her own private practice as a mental health counselor.

Linda has been married to her husband Eric, who is also a lawyer, for 33 years. They

have two adult sons who are now 26 and 28

As a therapist, legally, Linda may only work with individuals and couples from Maine. She can be found at https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/linda-uhl-yarmouth-me/1202495

Susan’s website: SusanASutherland.com

Connect with Susan on her socials: 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/susan_a_sutherland/ 

LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-a-sutherland-she-her-a03ba933/

 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/susanasutherlandcoaching

Susan speaks to the new year, her planning process – with a twist – and her word of the year. Listen in for some interesting reflection on planning with our brains versus our bodies, hearts and spirits. She also shares her annual tradition of having a word – or three – of the year (aka WOTY), and reveals her words for 2024. 

Susan invites you to her free masterclass “Embodied Planning: Anchor in to Your Goals for a Great 2024" on Tuesday 13 February at 9am PT/ 12noon ET/ 17:00 UK/ 18:00 EU/ 19:00 SAST. If you can’t make it live, the class will be recorded and shared with registrants only, so be sure to sign-up. You can do so HERE. 

Susan’s website: SusanASutherland.com

Connect with Susan on her socials: 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/susan_a_sutherland/ 

LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-a-sutherland-she-her-a03ba933/

 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/susanasutherlandcoaching

Susan is joined by Megan Wells, Filmmaker + Director, in the first All the Way Alive episode of 2024!

Join Susan and Meg, who is also a friend of Susan’s with an interesting “meet cute” back story, while they chat through transitions and life as entrepreneurs. In addition to being a brand entertainment futurist and story alchemist, Meg produces and direct films & commercials, specifically documentaries and multi-episodics that sit at the intersection of brand and entertainment. Meg talks about the process of making stories compelling, and trusting that what she finds interesting, if conveyed in a compelling manner, will inspire an audience. 

Meg is whip smart and fun to chat to, and you’ll enjoy listening to this conversation. Look for the part where Meg turns the tables on Susan mid-discussion! 

Susan’s website: SusanASutherland.com

The REIGNITE Your Fire RETREAT in South Africa, May 5-12, 2024

Connect with Susan on her socials: 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/susan_a_sutherland/ 

LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-a-sutherland-she-her-a03ba933/

 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/susanasutherlandcoaching

Connect with Meg Wells on her socials:

You can find her on Instagram at: https://www.instagram.com/meganwells.film/ 

and on LinkedIn at: https://www.linkedin.com/in/directormeganw/

or via email at: [email protected]. 

Join Susan as she shares her process and insights, and the highs and lows of her ventures and life – both business and personal – and puts 2023 in perspective. Susan shares her envisioning and planning process, and some of her specific plans for 2024. She also shares some of her beliefs about how we can show up in the world and contribute to making it better. 

This solo episode is the last episode of 2023, and All the Way Alive will be back the week of January 8, 2024. 

Susan’s website: SusanASutherland.com

The REIGNITE Your Fire RETREAT in South Africa, May 5-12, 2024

Connect with Susan on her socials: 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/susan_a_sutherland/ 

LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-a-sutherland-she-her-a03ba933/

 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/susanasutherlandcoaching

Allen Wood joins Susan for this wide-ranging conversation about how Allen does his life! Allen is Susan’s chiropractor and friend, and she has long admired his commitment, tenacity and enthusiasm for his career and his many pursuits. A 9th degree black belt in Karate, Allen shares how the early life lessons he learned by jumping in “with both feet” to karate have informed his choices and approaches throughout his life. He recently started a business – teaching Active Release Technique in Europe - with his husband, Jim. Prior to that, while they were both working full-time in their careers, they worked together to film a documentary about their artist friend Theophilus Brown, a painter who was part of the Bay Area Figurative Movement. Enjoy this episode and conversation with multi-passionate human Allen Wood! 

Allen’s websites:

Active Release Europe: https://www.activereleaseeur.com/ 

Ultimate Sports Medicine: https://www.ultimatesportsmedicine.com

Theophilus Brown documentary: https://www.theophilusmovie.com

Allen’s socials: 

Instagram: @activereleaseeurope; @theophilusbrown1919; @ultimatesportsmedsf

Susan’s website: SusanASutherland.com

Connect with Susan on her socials: 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/susan_a_sutherland/ 

LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-a-sutherland-she-her-a03ba933/

 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/susanasutherlandcoaching

Susan is joined by friend and former colleague Eric McDonnell. After serving in non-profit leadership for many years, Eric pivoted and started his own business, Peacock Partnerships. In addition to running his own business, he is now a coach, consultant, and mentor, with a particular emphasis on Diversity, Equity and Belonging and community engagement. Eric relishes seeing the potential in his clients and their teams, and we shared a great end-of-episode acknowledgement of how love shows up in our work! 

Eric’s website: www.peacockpartnerships.com

Connect with Eric on his socials: 

Instagram:  @erictmcdonnell

Facebook:  eric.mcdonnell.54

LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/eric-mcdonnell-b2b3041/

Susan’s website: SusanASutherland.com

Connect with Susan on her socials: 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/susan_a_sutherland/ 

LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-a-sutherland-she-her-a03ba933/

 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/susanasutherlandcoaching