Becoming Aligned

In this episode I talk to Vincent Toro. He's a Poet, Playwright and Theater Performer and Director. He's a community builder who describes himself as a devout Educator, which I think is really beautiful.

I found myself using the word beautiful repeatedly during our conversion. I find that artists have an ability to "see" things in this world and express "truths" in such a way that it offers the rest of us a new perspective and allows us to think differently and more deeply about the world around us.

Vincent and his work is an example of this. He has so many nuggets of wisdom to offer through his story and his journey.

We talk about a number of things, including:

• The power of naming.
• The impact of mentors
• The role of an artist
• Toxic Masculinity
• The power of play
• How he views his role as an Educator
• And how he made a change and learned to move towards fear rather than retreat.

Vincent has so many beautiful nuggets of wisdom to offer as he shares his story. I so enjoyed our conversation and hope you do as well!

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In this episode I talk to Chelsea from the Wildflower Kitchen. She is on a mission to help the nurturers of the world learn to prioritize their own nourishment.

We chat about how she cultivated her relationship with food and nourishment and how this informs the work she does with her clients.

She tells us about her business, the Wildflower Kitchen and all of the wonderful ways she helps support her community which has expanded to include an online option.

And she shares some of her meal planning tips, which I found so helpful! I hope you enjoy our conversation.

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This week, I'm trying something new. I'm stepping away from the regularly scheduled program to share a short solo episode that I'm calling, A Love Note to You.

I want to help you return home to yourself when things become challenging.

I hope this is something that you can return to again and again. And that these words provide you with some comfort.

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In this solo episode, I share the ways in which I have been intentionally trying to cultivate joy and allow time for celebration in my life and in my business.

This has been a practice that has been really helpful…but it's one that does not come naturally. I find that when I stretch myself or put myself out there in new ways, old limiting beliefs and feelings can bubble to the surface.

Which is something that I experienced as I prepared to share the Becoming Aligned Online Course. But fortunately, my Inner Cheerleader and my Hype Squad were there to cheer me on and keep me focused on what was really important to me.

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In this episode I chat with Attorney turned Entrepreneur, Sam Vander Wielen. She helps online coaches and service providers legally protect and grow their own businesses.

We cover a WIDE range of topics and chat about changing careers, starting your own business, navigating health issues and dealing with grief.

I really appreciated her perspective and her insights. Especially when it came to examples on how she tries to lead with curiosity.

Sam is so down to earth, honest and open about her experiences and what she's learned along the way. I'd love to invite you to listen. I hope you enjoy our conversation as much as I did:-)

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This is a short solo episode that shares the intention behind the Becoming Aligned Online Course and the ways I hope it can truly create deep, meaningful shifts.

The Becoming Aligned Online Course is a Guided Self-Discovery Experience to help you release an All-or-Nothing Mindset. Learn to BEFRIEND your feelings and HONOR your needs as you create a life that Aligns with your Values.

I'm so excited to share this Course and to have the opportunity to help facilitate self-discovery for as many driven, nurturing, heart centered women as possible. Because I believe the world needs us to stop living by the "shoulds" and to have the courage to show up and live according to our values.

You can check out the curriculum and hear what others are saying about their experience in the course at my website, maureenryan.co.

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In this episode I talk to Taylor Morrison. She's the founder of a self-care company called Inner Workout which exists to help people build the skill of self-care. I love how she defines self-care. I think it's a really beautiful way to approach the practice of self-care in our lives.

During the course of our conversation, she shares her journey to creating her business. We get to see how her sense of curiosity and integrity really shaped her journey. And how it continues to do so.

I really enjoyed learning more about Taylor and Inner Workout's approach to self care and I think that it's something that can be very helpful to people, so I'm excited to share this episode. I hope you enjoy our conversation.

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The Becoming Aligned Podcast is BACK! It's been a while. For anyone keeping track, it's been about 9 months. PHEW!

Back in November of 2019, I shared that I was taking a break from podcasting to create an online course that had been in my heart and on my mind for many years.

I thought I would be back in March 2020...but as you can see that didn't go quite as planned. That's ok. I know I'm not alone in that!

In this episode, I share a little peak behind the scenes and tell you more about what to expect moving forward with the Becoming Aligned podcast. I'm really excited about what's in store:-)

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In the last few episodes, I've shared what I had learned from all of the inner, reflective work I had been doing. Now it was time to put this new sense of knowing into practice.

It was time to focus on Becoming Aligned.

I began to shift my mindset in regards to how I managed my time, energy and resources. To allow space for my personal growth. And create a life that aligned with my values.

I began to practice setting healthy boundaries. So uncomfortable at first...But so necessary.

In this episode, I share the small, consistent steps I took over a period of time to create change in my life. I talk about the importance of healthy boundaries and how we can teach people how to treat us.

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In this episode I share how I began to connect to my feelings and use the feedback and information my feelings provided as a guide to help me make decisions.

I always thought of my feelings as a sign of weakness. Raise your hand if you've been told you're too sensitive.

Over time I began to bottle up my feelings and do my best to ignore them. They just seemed to get in the way.

I thought that was the best way to keep on moving forward...

But I found the opposite to be true. When I dismiss or ignore my feelings, they stick around and linger. And have a way of seeping out when I'm least expecting it.

When I acknowledge how I'm feeling and show myself some self-compassion, I'm able to move forward. It doesn't stop me from taking action. It just allows me to be better tuned into my needs and wants.

I share how connecting to my feelings was an important step to discovering what I wanted.

What do you want? If that question makes you a bit nervous to even think about, check out this episode where I'll share some strategies that helped me create some clarity for myself.

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