Athena Wellness Podcast - Reclaiming Our Warrior Spirit

#177  Today is Wednesday, time for a little wellness boost - a shortened episode to keep your Warrior Vibe high.

Once again, today’s guest is therapist and coach, Biz Cush.  During this discussion, Biz shares some tools and techniques for those who are feeling anxious and overwhelmed when navigating a life transition, including ways of processing emotions.

Links:

Biz’s therapy website:  www.progressioncounseling.com

Biz’s coaching website/newsletter:  www.elizabethcushcoaching.com

Biz’s podcast:  Awaken Your Wise Woman

The Athena Wellness Academy:  https://athenawellnessacademy.teachable.com

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#176  Today’s episode is both a wellness conversation and one of personal transformation that come from honoring and caring for ourselves.  It focuses on how to make healthy choices that support our emotional, psychological and social well-being – in other words, our mental health. 

Kathy is joined today by Elizabeth Cush, who is a licensed clinical professional counselor and life coach.  She’s also the host of the Awaken Your Wise Woman podcast.

Here’s what we cover:

• The difference between therapist and coach;
• The practice of being comfortable in your own skin;
• The importance of honoring the self;
• Lessons learned from navigating transitions with compassion; and
• How to connect with your inner knowing.

Links:

Biz’s therapy website:  www.progressioncounseling.com

Biz’s coaching website/newsletter:  www.elizabethcushcoaching.com

Biz’s podcast:  Awaken Your Wise Woman

The Athena Wellness Academy:  https://athenawellnessacademy.teachable.com

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For episode materials, show notes or to submit a question for a future episode, visit: https://athenawellness.com/podcast

#175  Today is Wednesday, time for a little wellness boost – a shortened episode to help keep your Warrior Vibe high. 

This show is a Walking the Talk Vancast, a portable episode that’s informal and casual, recorded on the go from wherever Kathy finds herself on the day of recording.

Kathy’s by the hearth again today, using her van recording set-up for a fireside chat.  She’s sharing some recent experiences that have inspired her along with some thoughts on creative living and why it’s important for your well-being.

Kathy then invites you to consider that your greatest creative act is the life you live and shares a simple framework to utilize.  If you’ve been looking to infuse your life with a little inspiration, this is the episode for you. 

Links:

From Type A to Type Be Course:  Course overview/sample

From Type A to Type Be Coaching:  AthenaWellness.com/coaching

Email Kathy:  [email protected]

Book:  How to Write One Song

Book:  The Creative Habit

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#174  Today is Wednesday, time for a little wellness boost - a shortened episode to keep your Warrior Vibe high.

Once again, today’s guest is Creatrix Haden Starbuck.  During this discussion, Haden shares some advicefor those who don’t feel they are artistic but long to get in touch with their creative selves.

Links:

Haden’s website:  www.creatrixcompass.com

Haden’s podcast:  The Curious Creatrix

Creativity offer:  Awaken the Artist Within

The Athena Wellness Academy:  https://athenawellnessacademy.teachable.com

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#173  Today’s episode is about how we keep ourselves engaged and inspired throughout our lives.

Kathy is joined today by artist Haden Starbuck, who has made her living outside of the standard 9-5 model as a Creatrix for more than 25 years.  She’s also a creativity coach who helps others step into their creative flow.

Here’s what we cover:

• The decision to create work that aligned with Haden’s desired lifestyle;
• Haden’s artist/creative journey and current projects;
• The interconnectivity of creativity, inspiration, spirituality and nature;
• The link between creativity and wellness; and
• How to welcome what’s on the creative horizon.

Links:

Haden’s website:  www.creatrixcompass.com

Haden’s podcast:  The Curious Creatrix

Creativity offer:  Awaken the Artist Within

The Athena Wellness Academy:  https://athenawellnessacademy.teachable.com

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#172  Today is Wednesday, time for a little wellness boost – a shortened episode to help keep your Warrior Vibe high. 

This show is a Walking the Talk Vancast, a portable episode that’s informal and casual, recorded on the go from wherever Kathy finds herself on the day of recording.

Kathy’s by the hearth again today, using her van recording set-up for a fireside chat.  She’s sharing some thoughts on balancing the exciting energy of the new year with poignant reminders of the passage of time.  She shares a simple daily practice she recently implemented to focus on what matters most and live without regret.

Kathy then invites you to spend some time contemplating what you might regret at the end of your life and create a way to put a micro-action in place to counter that outcome.  If you’ve been looking for clarity and focus as you make daily choices, this is the episode for you.

Links:

From Type A to Type Be Course:  Course overview/sample

From Type A to Type Be Coaching:  AthenaWellness.com/coaching

Email Kathy:  [email protected]

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#171  Today is Wednesday, time for a little wellness boost – a shortened episode to help keep your Warrior Vibe high.

This show is a Walking the Talk Vancast, a portable episode that’s informal and casual, recorded on the go from wherever Kathy finds herself on the day of recording.

Kathy’s by the hearth again today, using her van recording set-up for a fireside chat.  She’s sharing some thoughts on New Year’s resolutions and the benefits of using an approach that pairs long-term intentions with 30-day challenges to keep life moving forward in a fun and motivating way.

Kathy then invites you to design your own series of 30-day challenges focused on a life area that’s meaningful for you.  If you’re looking for some inspiration to start this new year, this is the episode for you.

Links:

Website:  AthenaWellness.com

From Type A to Type Be Coaching:  AthenaWellness.com/coaching

Email Kathy:  [email protected]

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#170  Today is Wednesday, time for a little wellness boost – a shortened episode to help keep your Warrior Vibe high.

This show is a Walking the Talk Vancast, a portable episode that’s informal and casual, recorded on the go from wherever Kathy finds herself on the day of recording. 

Kathy’s by the hearth again today, using her van recording set-up for a fireside chat.  She’s sharing some thoughts on the importance of celebrating everyday wins and the impact that has to our self-worth.

Kathy then invites you to reflect on the last time you celebrated a win.  She also shares a few ways to make celebration a habit.  If you’re in need of a little self-boost, this is the episode for you.

Links:

From Type A to Type Be Coaching:  AthenaWellness.com/coaching

Email Kathy:  [email protected]

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#169  Today is Wednesday, time for a little wellness boost - a shortened episode to keep your Warrior Vibe high.

Once again, today’s guest is author Diane Hatz.  During this discussion, Diane offers three practical steps for those who know they need to make a change in their lives but are feeling fearful.

Links:

Diane’s newsletter:  Next Draft Newsletter

Diane’s book:  Rock Gods and Messy Monsters

Michael Singer:  Living From a Place of Surrender Video Course

The Athena Wellness Academy:  https://athenawellnessacademy.teachable.com 

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#168  Today’s episode is about the zig-zaggy path we take through our careers and our lives.  It’s about how our childhood dreams stay with us and provide inspiration on that journey until one day realized.  It’s about how music can be a spiritual, connective, healing experience.  And it’s about the growth we experience when we push our edge by living the life of our dream.

Kathy is joined today by creative entrepreneur, Diane Hatz.  She has had careers in the record industry and a non-profit before pursuing her dream of becoming a full-time writer.  Diane’s book, Rock Gods and Messy Monsters, was recently released.

Here’s what we cover:

• An overview of Diane’s unusual career path and its unifying thread;
• The 1990s music scene in New York City;
• The role spirituality plays in her life;
• The decision to move to New Mexico after 30 years in Manhattan; and
• How to use tenacity to find yourself.

Links:

Diane’s newsletter:  Next Draft Newsletter

Diane’s book:  Rock Gods and Messy Monsters

The Athena Wellness Academy:  https://athenawellnessacademy.teachable.com

If you'd like to join our circle and never miss a weekly episode, please hit subscribe.  While you're there, you can rate the podcast by highlighting the stars that match your experience.  Much appreciated!

For episode materials, show notes or to submit a question for a future episode, visit: https://athenawellness.com/podcast