Communicate Kindly The Podcast

Communicate Kindly The Podcast

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Communicate Kindly The Podcast episodes

  • Episode 20: The Nickname

    In this episode, Mary and Karen have a conversation about nicknames. Some nicknames we like, some we don’t like and some depend on who is using it. Here are the takeaways:

    1. Some nicknames are endearing, some not so much. Know your audience when you use a nickname. If it annoys someone, don’t use it.
    2. Honoring the names that people want to be called by is really kind.
    3. If you’re not sure if someone likes a name you’re calling them, ask them!
    4. Be careful using names like hon, sweetheart, dear with people that you don’t know. They may come across as condescending.
    5. Pause, breathe in kindness and take the focus off of ourselves to bring kindness to others. If something’s not being received as a kind gesture, shut it down!

      6. Share your thoughts on Instagram @mary.feldman or @mommccormick, email [email protected] or in the comments on your podcast app.

      29 min
    6. Episode 19: The Author of "F.R.O.G."

      Mary and Karen sit down for a chat with Jen Randazzo. Jen is the author of a children’s book called F.R.O.G. which stands for Fully Rely on God. It’s a sweet story about a Philadelphia-area nun, who is now 89 years old. She carries a little glass frog to remind her to fully rely on God. and passes this message on to the young children she teaches. Take a listen.

      #communicatekindly
      #fullyrelyongod🐸
      #intergenerationalconnection
      #intergenerationalconversations
      #listen
      #listenwithempathy
      #listentothevoicewithin

      25 min
    7. Episode 18: The Compliment Squad with Celine McGee, founder

      Karen and Mary meet with Celine McGee, founder of The Compliment Squad! Celine's mission is to spread smiles, kindness & human connection one compliment at a time, which is very similar to the mission of Communicate Kindly--to transform the world one conversation at a time. Be sure to share this episode with friend, rate and review!
      #communicatekindly #complimentsquad #complimentproject #randomactsofkindness #talkingtostrangers #passion #payitforward #compliment #compliments #phillylove #instagood #complimentsomeone #bekind #positivity #bethechange #inspire #loveislove #youmatter #love #friends #justbeyou #promotepositivity #phillylovenotes #bekind #phillyfamily #butterflyeffect #squadgoals❤️ #squadgoals #complimentpopup #6abcactionnews

      36 min
    8. Episode 17: The Problem with 'No Problem' with Rev. Joe Farrell, OSA

      Karen and Mary welcome Mary's dear friend, Joe Farrell the priest. Father Joe Farrell and Mary met when they were in high school and have been friends for over forty years. And now, Joe holds the global role of Vicar General of the Order of St. Augustine, the second highest office in the Augustinian order serving over 50 countries throughout the world. Fr. Joe joins the podcast from his residence in Rome, Italy for a conversation about communicating kindly with two simple words - "you're welcome".

      Here are the takeaways:

      1. When people thank you, try saying you’re welcome instead of no problem. Don’t minimize someone’s gratitude.
      2. You’re welcome in Italian and in French translates to I pray. It’s so much deeper than responding no problem.
      3. Don’t take another’s pleasure away from them by refusing their kind gesture or gift.
      4. Say thank you. Even if it’s thanking for someone doing their job.

        5. And be sure to check out Mary and Karen's Instagram posts promoting this episode @mary.feldman and @mommccormick. You’ll see the picture that Karen talks about in this episode of her with Joe at Mary's wedding in 1996. Good times.

        24 min
      5. Episode 16: The Girls' Weekend

        In this episode, you’ll meet Mary and Karen's bestie, Lisa, and you’ll be reintroduced to Kathleen, who joined them on episode 5 of Communicate Kindly The Podcast with a conversation about The Four Agreements. If you haven’t heard it, be sure to go back and take a listen. Mary, Lisa, Kathleen spent a great girls weekend in Washington DC and had a conversation with Karen about the importance of spending time away with friends.

        27 min
      6. Episode 15: The Anxiety

        Karen and Mary return from a spring break with a brand new episode to chat about something they've both dealt with their entire lives -- anxiety.

        • Life is a roller coaster. When you get the joy, relish it.
        • Expect the best.
        • Come back to the present moment when you’re feeling anxious.
        • Everyone deserves the best they can give themselves.
        • Anxiety can be your hero if you use it to move forward.
        • We always have a choice.
          How are you transforming the world one conversation at a time? Please share in the comments or on Instagram @mary.feldman or @mommccormick.
          #communicatekindly
          #anxiety
          #anxietydoesntdefineyou
          #anxietydoesntdefineme
          #anxietyisnotweakness
          • 31 min
        • Episode 14: The Righteous Anger

          Mary and Karen talk about righteous anger and specifically about Karen’s anger around a situation regarding the care of her elderly mom.

          Here are the takeaways from this episode:

          1. When confronted with a difficult situation, really try to focus on the facts, staying calm, centered, and firm.
          2. With knowledge comes responsibility.
          3. Anger can fuel us to improve our society.
          4. Think about partnering with those that you have conflict with to make things better.

            5. Please let us know your thoughts and share your suggestions on how you might handle something like what Karen’s going through. You can reach out on Instagram @mommcormick or @mary.feldman - we love voice messages that we can share or you can send us an email at [email protected]. Please be sure to share, rate and review!

            18 min
          5. Episode 13: The Grieving Process

            This episode is in honor and memory of Mary's Mom, Peg, on what would have been her 98th birthday. Karen and I talk about her, her legacy and what the grieving process has looked like for both of us.


            Let us know your thoughts and share your experiences with grief. We really believe these conversations can help all of us to feel less alone. Share your comments on Instagram, Facebook, or send a direct message. There are lots of ways to let us know your thoughts as we put out this content with the mission to transform the world one conversation at a time. And please be sure to rate, review and share the podcast. It helps so much.

            Don't forget that Mary is available for one on one coaching if there is a particularly difficult conversation that you’re navigating or if you just need some coaching in your life. You can schedule a free clarity call at communicatekindly.com. 


            #communicatekindly
            #happybirthdaymom
            #grief
            #griefjourney
            #missmymom
            #missmydad

            35 min
          6. Episode 12: The Menu

            Mary and Karen spent last weekend with their other besties, Gail and Lisa. They had a great time reconnecting and after having a few meals together, Mary had to ask Karen to explain her method of ordering in restaurants.

            Here are the takeaways from this week's episode:

            1. If you feel uncomfortable when you arrive at a hotel or motel, it’s ok to decide not to stay there.
            2. Be kind to wait staff. And be sure to tip them.
            3. If spaghetti’s not on the menu, don’t order spaghetti. 
            4. Make time to share a meal with your besties, and if possible a whole weekend. It’s great for your soul!

              5. Mary and Karen love hearing YOUR takeaways from each episode so please share your comments on Instagram, Facebook, or send a dm. There are lots of ways to let them know your thoughts as they put out this content with the mission to transform the world one conversation at a time. And please be sure to rate, review and share the podcast. It helps so much.

              Don't forget that Mary is available for one on one coaching if there is a particularly difficult conversation that you’re navigating or if you just need some coaching in your life. You can schedule a free clarity call at communicatekindly.com. 

              36 min
            5. Episode 11: The PB & J: Peanut Butter & Joy

              Mary & Karen are joined by Mary's husband, Todd, for a discussion about finding joy in the small, every day moments that we often overlook. Be sure to listen until the end for an entertaining follow up to the conversation.


              Here are the takeaways from this episode:
              1. Be really specific about what brings you joy. Down to the moment.
              2. Try a practice of acknowledging what you’re grateful for and really make it a habit. It will bring more joy to your life.
              3. Abundance is all around us, even in the simple things.
              4. Take your time. We lose out on so much joy as we rush through our lives.
              5. Enjoy every bite of your peanut butter.

              31 min

            About Communicate Kindly The Podcast

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            Let's have a conversation about our conversations! Lifelong friends Mary Feldman and Karen McCormick host this podcast to discuss how to improve our relationships with ourselves and others by learning…