Conversations with Carroll

Thank You, Father!

I’m joined by Isabel Chiara - author and life actualization coach, and someone who has completely reimagined what it means to NOURISH ourselves, far beyond food.

Isabel’s journey began in the fast-paced, emotionally charged world of the restaurant industry, where she spent years taking care of everyone else - while slowly losing connection with herself. Like so many of us, she found herself caught in patterns of giving, doing, and coping… without ever truly receiving the nourishment she needed.

That realization became the turning point.

Through her books - including BOD Behavior, Eat Your Words, and her newest release Nourish: Beyond Food, Feeding the Path of Personal Power and Joy - Isabel invites us into a new way of living. One where food, emotions, relationships, and experiences are all part of a deeper conversation with ourselves.

In this episode, we explore:

• The difference between feeding and truly nourishing yourself

• How emotional patterns and daily stress show up in our relationship with food

• Why cravings are powerful indicators - not weaknesses

• Releasing “good vs. bad” thinking around food and behavior

• How past experiences shape our present habits (and how to shift them)

• Creating a life that feels nourishing - before you even step into it

One of the most beautiful takeaways from this conversation is simple, yet powerful:You can choose to make EVERY experience nourishing.

This episode is an invitation to soften, to get curious, and to begin listening to what your body - and your life - has been trying to tell you all along.

As you move through your day, consider this:What would shift if you decided that whatever comes next… is here to nourish you?

Love and prayers,

Carroll💙

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Thank You, Father! 💙🙏🕊️

In today’s conversation, I’m joined by Dr. Nelva Lee - a woman of deep conviction, BOLD vision, and a heart ROOTED in service.

Dr. Lee is a serial entrepreneur, educator, author, and advocate whose life’s work has been centered on empowering others and creating opportunity. Now, she’s stepping into a new season - answering a long-held calling to serve in the public sphere and make a meaningful difference in education.

What makes this conversation so powerful is not just what she’s doing, but why. 

Dr. Lee shares the inner pull that has guided her toward advocacy since a young age, and how life, family, and faith have shaped the timing of this next chapter.

We talk about leadership, courage, and what it really means to stand for something bigger than yourself. We explore the importance of education - not just as a system, but as a foundation for confident, capable, and empowered human beings. And we reflect on the idea that EVERY child deserves the opportunity to thrive, in a way that honors their unique path.

This episode is a reminder that leadership can look many different ways - and that when we are willing to step forward with CLARITY, COMPASSION, and PURPOSE, we have the ability to create real change.

My hope is that this conversation invites you to think more deeply about the ways YOU are being called to show up, speak up, and serve - right where you are.

Love and prayers,

Carroll 💙

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Thank you Father!

In today’s conversation, I sit down with trauma healing coach and facilitator Melanie Starr to explore what it TRULY means to heal from the inside out.

Melanie graciously shares her powerful personal journey through physical injury, loss, divorce, and supporting her daughter through a life-threatening illness - and how those experiences led her to discover the profound connection between the body, the nervous system, and emotional healing.

Together we unpack the truth about trauma - how it shows up in our daily lives, why so many of us don’t even realize we’re carrying it, and the simple yet transformative practices that can begin to restore a sense of SAFETY, PEACE, and RESILIENCE.

This conversation is a gentle invitation to slow down, reconnect with your body, and remember: One breath, one step, one moment at a time. 

Just take the next right step.

Love and prayers,

Carroll 💙

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Sometimes, the greatest lessons come from the moments we never saw coming. 

In this episode, I’m joined by the incredible Becky Helms - nurse, caregiver, entertainer, and survivor. Becky takes us through her journey from caring for others to becoming a patient herself, facing cancer head-on, and finding her spark again on the other side!

We dive into faith, laughter, and the power of prioritizing yourself - because you can’t pour from an empty cup. From navigating the post-cancer journey to embracing joy, travel, and self-care, Becky shares her experience, her humor, and the lessons that helped her reclaim life with GRATITUDE and PURPOSE.

This conversation reminds us all that even after the hardest seasons, HOPE, RESILIENCE, and JOY are waiting.

Love and prayers,

Carroll 💙

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There is something so powerful about our stories. 

In this beautiful conversation, I’m joined by the incredible Cynthia Gregory, author, speaker, and creator of the Love Notes Anthology Series, as we explore what it really means to share from the heart.

Cynthia takes us behind the inspiration of Love Notes - a movement rooted in TRANSFORMATION, COMPASSION, and now, conscious leadership. Through the voices of everyday people doing extraordinary things, she reminds us that we are all leaders in our own lives… and that our experiences, no matter how small they may seem, have the power to IMPACT someone else in a meaningful way.

We talk about courage, rejection, faith, and the willingness to keep showing up - even when it’s hard. Most importantly, we reflect on the truth that your story could be someone else’s survival guide.

If you’ve ever wondered if your voice matters, if your story is “enough,” or if you’re being called to share something on your heart - this conversation is your gentle nudge.

You matter.

Your story matters.

And the world needs your story, exactly as it is.

Love and prayers,

Carroll 💙

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In today’s Dear Carroll, I hear from a beautiful listener who is navigating financial stress in this season of life… while also carrying the emotional weight of change, comparison, and wondering, “How did we get here?”

She shares about selling the family home of 30 years, continuing to work, supporting her son, and quietly asking a question I think so many of us have felt at one time or another: “Am I experiencing envy or jealousy… and how do I rise above it?”

There is so much tenderness here.

I talk about the grief that can come with life transitions - the kind we don’t always name, but feel deeply. I share why it’s so important to give ourselves grace in these moments, instead of judging what comes up. We also gently look at that fine line between loving support and creating space for our children to grow into independence.

And then, we come back home to what truly matters.

💙 To release comparison, because it will never bring us peace.💙 To honor the sacrifices you’ve made - not overlooking them.

💙 To find gratitude in the everyday, even in something as simple as paying a bill.

💙 And to trust that God is present in all of it… guiding, providing, and walking with us every step of the way.

If you’ve ever had a moment where life doesn’t look the way you thought it would… I want you to know - you are not alone in that feeling. And more than that, there is still so much goodness here. So much to be grateful for. So much still unfolding.

Let’s take the next step together… gently, faithfully, and with hope 💙

Love and prayers,

Carroll 💙

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Today, I am beyond thrilled to welcome my very own daughter-in-love, Kate Johnson - wife, mother, award-winning luxury travel advisor, and truly one of the most thoughtful, intentional planners I know!

Together, we dive into the art of travel - the kind that TRANSFORMS experiences into memories, teaches flexibility and patience, and opens your eyes to the beauty and sameness of humanity across the globe.

From Paris to Africa, from family adventures to multi-year bucket-list journeys, Kate shares her insights on planning thoughtfully, traveling intentionally, and creating meaningful experiences for families, couples, and solo explorers alike. She gives a behind-the-scenes look at what it really means to have a team that supports you at every step - from perfect itineraries to on-the-ground problem-solving.

Whether you’ve traveled extensively or never left your hometown, this episode is going to inspire you to think differently about travel: 

💙 How to plan ahead

💙 How to maximize your resources

💙 And how to make every trip an opportunity for growth, joy, and connection. 

Grab a notebook, get comfy, and prepare for a masterclass in travel, life lessons, and the intentional pursuit of adventure!

Love and prayers,

Carroll 💙

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This episode is so special to me, because it’s personal.

I sit down with my own ADHD coach, Ezra DeWolf - entrepreneur, founder of the ADHD Tools Company, and someone who has made a profound difference in my life.

💙 If you have ever wondered, “Why can I be brilliant in one area… and completely stuck in another?”...

💙 If you’ve bought every planner, tried every productivity hack, promised yourself you’d be “more disciplined” this year - and it still didn’t stick - this conversation is for you.

Ezra shares his own late diagnosis story and explains why ADHD is not a lack of focus - it’s a challenge of controlling focus. We talk about task paralysis, burnout, rejection sensitivity, perfectionism, and the difference between efficiency and true effectiveness. And oh my goodness… that shift alone has changed everything for me!

We also explore something that meant so much to me: the idea that many of our struggles are learned behaviours - and what’s learned can be unlearned. That there is nothing “broken” about you. That with the RIGHT tools, the right vocabulary, and the right community, what once felt like a liability can truly become a superpower.

We talk about why so many entrepreneurs have ADHD traits, how this impacts our relationships, and how understanding our brains doesn’t just change our businesses - it changes our homes, our confidence, and our sense of peace.

I share openly about the difference this work has made in my day-to-day life. It is not too late. I found Ezra later in life, and it has been life-changing.

This episode is for the creative thinker. The big dreamer. The one who cares so much it hurts. The one who knows there’s more in them but can’t quite unlock consistency. The one who feels exhausted from trying to “fix” themselves.

I cannot wait for you to hear this one.

Love and prayers,

Carroll 💙

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Some conversations invite us to slow down, listen deeply, and hold space for life’s most meaningful lessons. In this episode, I’m joined by my dear friend Mary Beth Lee, a clinical social worker, advocate, and compassionate guide for individuals and families navigating grief, trauma, and life’s unexpected turns.

Mary Beth shares how personal experiences shaped her path toward helping others through some of life’s most difficult seasons. With remarkable wisdom, empathy, and grace, she speaks about resilience, the importance of community, and how love and connection can help carry us through even the hardest chapters of life.

Together, we talk about honoring our stories, supporting one another through loss, and finding meaning and hope—even when the path forward isn’t clear.

This is a conversation about COMPASSION, COURAGE, and the quiet strength that reminds us we are never meant to walk through life’s challenges alone.

Love and prayers,

Carroll 💙

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In this episode, I sit down with the incredible Larry and Gary Lane — actors, film directors, screen writers, producers, entrepreneurs, and storytellers - for a conversation that left me laughing, learning, and deeply moved.

You may know them as The Lane Brothers, the creative force behind the powerful documentary Still Working 9 to 5 - a film that honors the legacy of the iconic movie 9 to 5 while uncovering the real-life movement that sparked change for women in the workplace. What began as a love letter to a beloved film turned into a six-year journey of storytelling, courage, activism, and hope.

Together, we talk about the heart behind the documentary, the incredible women who shaped it - including Dolly Parton, Jane Fonda, Lily Tomlin and so many others - and why this story still matters more than ever. We explore the power of laughter as a gateway to learning, the role men play in advocating for equality, and how curiosity can replace fear when we allow ourselves to TRULY LISTEN.

This conversation is for anyone who:

🕊️ Loves stories that blend heart, humor, and history.

🕊️ Wants to better understand the women’s movement and workplace equality.

🕊️ Believes in using creativity as a force for good.

🕊️ Enjoys a behind-the-scenes look at filmmaking, entrepreneurship, and purpose-driven work.

Most of all, this episode is an invitation - to LEARN, REFLECT, CELEBRATE progress, and to recognize that there is still beautiful work left to do. Larry and Gary remind us that storytelling can change hearts, spark movements, and bring people together in ways nothing else can.

This one is special, so settle in - I know you’ll walk away inspired.

Love and prayers,

Carroll 💙

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