Discovering Amazing Possibilities

Today, I am borrowing benefits from an amazing coaching program put on by Stephanie Virchaux. I learned these things on my own journey to empowerment and self-discovery and wanted to share them with you in this episode.

1. Getting clear on the next version of you,
2. Releasing the mask & reclaiming the real you: Who is ME? What’s my new Identity look like? Feel Like?
3. Flirting with the Next Version of You
4. Releasing the Old & Embodying the New

Noticing the Flow

What in my current reality is part of my soul-aligned identity?

What is part of the now holding you back?

What is part of the now that you’re ready to let go?

What supports your up-leveled identity?

Release & Let Go

Identifying

If there were no consequences, what parts of you would you allow to just be & allow to show up? 

Right now it's time for those parts of you (actions, thoughts, habits) to be alive!

Write it Down!

Embodying

What are the things you wrote down that make you feel the most alive? The things that you're ready to embody now.

Committing

This is the part where you’re committing to this new Identity.

Writing a statement of commitment

Loving and acknowledging the past version of you, releasing that past version

Welcoming in the new version. Nurturing it. Supporting, loving, and encouraging it

Embracing the new Identity!

Stephanie Virchaux Coaching

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**Disclaimer** The concept What Else is Possible? is not something I created nor do I take credit for creating this concept. It is based on a concept I learned on my own journey of self-discovery, and have taken with me as a tool that has been a contribution to me in my life today.

Kitty is such an amazing, talented & gifted human being on a mission to equip you with the tools to envision and create a life of your own choosing so that you can seize every possibility during your time here on Earth.

Not only that….Kitty is a Professional Coach, Yoga Teacher, Reiki Practitioner, and Founder of Wherever Forever. Kitty’s holistic approach blends coaching, energy healing, guided meditation, and Yoga to ignite powerful, intentional, and aligned action.

Kitty is also Chief Wellness Officer along with her amazing business partner Stephanie Virchaux. They both empower the community in body, mind, and spirit through wellness workshops, and nationwide events and encourage everyone to embrace their “Little Word” fostering a sense of togetherness. She also serves as Head of Coaching and Wellness at Shmoody, a mental health app, where she helps people feel better on tough days and cultivate positive habits over time.

Certified as a Professional Coach, Kitty graduated from the Institute of Professional Excellence in Coaching. She is also certified in Reiki Levels 1 & 2 and holds a 300 hr Registered Yoga Teacher designation.

After 8 years of living in Brooklyn, NY Kitty now resides in her hometown of Mexico City along with her husband and beloved cat Tikka.

You can discover more about Kitty’s coaching, yoga, and Reiki offerings over on her website at  kittygonzalez.com

Kitty's Group Coaching Program The Alignment

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Connect with Kitty

Instagram @kittygonzalez_whereverforever

www.kittygonzalez.com

Little Words Project

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**Disclaimer** The concept What Else is Possible? is not something I created nor do I take credit for creating this concept. It is based on a concept I learned on my own journey of self-discovery, and have taken with me as a tool that has been a contribution to me in my life today.

Today's guest is Katie Sue

Katie is an ADHD Advocate and content creator. She is also the co-founder of ADHD Social and has a podcast called KDHD.

We talk about all the things. She shares her ADHD journey, what it was like to be ADHD late diagnosed, and just how important it is to be part of a community when you have ADHD. 

Connect with Katie Sue

Instagram @katie.adhd

TikTok @katiesuehue

www.thekdhdpodcast.com

ADHD Women's Retreat

ADHD Social

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**Disclaimer** The concept What Else is Possible? is not something I created nor do I take credit for creating this concept. It is based on a concept I learned on my own journey of self-discovery, and have taken with me as a tool that has been a contribution to me in my life today.

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**Disclaimer** The concept What Else is Possible? is not something I created nor do I take credit for creating this concept. It is based on a concept I learned on my own journey of self-discovery, and have taken with me as a tool that has been a contribution to me in my life today.

The process for asking for Workplace Accommodations when you have ADHD is not always created equal.

ADHD brains have low levels of a neurotransmitter called norepinephrine and lower levels of dopamine.

Definition of a job accommodation:

A job accommodation is an adjustment to a job or work environment that makes it possible for an individual with a disability to perform their job duties. 

So here’s my interesting point of view/perspective on it all, based on my own experience. Take what resonates and leave the rest

1. Yes, ADHD is considered a disability by the ADA, but ADHD doesn’t always put a limit on what you can or are unable to do in order to perform your job duties. Sure it may have an impact on executive functioning more than someone who doesn’t have ADHD, but this does not mean you can’t do your job.
2. There are no black-and-white areas when it comes to ADHD. Each person with ADHD is unique and does not always have symptoms that would limit them to perform their job duties. Sometimes we just need extra breaks throughout the day or a longer lunch, to use a timer, or to have a spilt working shift.
3. The process that most companies use for disclosing a disability and the forms required are entirely outdated and there is not a “one size fits all” especially with ADHD. The forms are completely biased if you ask me.

We need to do better... And by WE….I mean companies out in the working professional world. We need to educate ourselves more on this topic….because ADHD is actually more common than we realize, and most women are underdiagnosed or never diagnosed. In the past, ADHD was seen as a disorder mainly in young boys and they were “hyperactive.” Most symptoms in young girls were overlooked, and often diagnosed as depression or anxiety.

ADHD Resources:

https://www.inclusively.com/

https://www.additudemag.com/neuroscience-of-adhd-brain/

https://chadd.org/for-adults/workplace-issues/

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Today's episode is about progress over perfection, chicky babies, and jealous fur babies.

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**Disclaimer** The concept What Else is Possible? is not something I created nor do I take credit for creating this concept. It is based on a concept I learned on my own journey of self-discovery, and have taken with me as a tool that has been a contribution to me in my life today.

In this episode, I chat with Christina Singh all about Creating Amazing Possibilities through vulnerability.

We met thru a mutual friend of ours Stephanie Virchaux and she was a guest speaker at the Joy Conference. I wanted to connect with her because I really appreciate the mission she has in not only amplifying & uplifting women’s voices and stories but also that she is creating community through connecting with others.

Christina Singh is the Founder of Amplify Her Media and Host of the Amplify Her Podcast. Through both ventures, her goal is to uplift and amplify women's voices and stories. Christina started the Amplify Her Podcast in 2019 when she felt that the women around her were doing incredible work, making money, and looked like they had their lives together. So she bought a mic and started interviewing her community. This turned into interviewing more and more women, and she realized no one knows what they're doing. Christina's goal is now to create community through connection and sharing each other's stories. You can find more at www.amplifyhermedia.com

Connect with Christina

@amplifyhermedia

Amplify Her Media Networking

Mentioned in this episode:

Brené Brown

The Power of Vulnerability

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**Disclaimer** The concept What Else is Possible? is not something I created nor do I take credit for creating this concept. It is based on a concept I learned on my own journey of self-discovery, and have taken with me as a tool that has been a contribution to me in my life today.

Zara Alexandra is an agriculture-loving and inspired singer-songwriter who comes from the Blue Ridge Mountains creating songs inspired by her family, her immigrant father, and her love of people. She’s lived in a couple of different places from a bookstore in Paris to ranches out west in Colorado. Zara is such a genuine and kind person and inspires many with her singing/songwriting.

Connect with Zara

Instagram @bizzzara

Album on Spotify:

Osage Oranges Comin Down

Music produced by: Mike Eli LoPinto

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**Disclaimer** The concept What Else is Possible? is not something I created nor do I take credit for creating this concept. It is based on a concept I learned on my own journey of self-discovery, and have taken with me as a tool that has been a contribution to me in my life today.

From Cleo Wade’s book Heart Talk:
"The world feels chaotic, we begin to feel as if it is somehow inappropriate to have Joy. Have your joy. Joy is a form of radical self-care.
Joy energizes us to take on even the most difficult of circumstances. When we have joy, especially in the midst of challenging times, we are saying to the world 'I will define the current state of the world around me instead of allowing it to define me.'

From The Universe Has your Back transform fear to Faith by Gabby Bernstein:
"Open your heart and mind to new perceptions. Allow yourself to surrender to the flow of love that always guides you. Most important, accept that you have the right to be happy. You have the right to thrive, shine and succeed."

So today, I invite you to consider and ask yourself, " How might I embrace joy more fully today?"

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Today I chatted with Veronica Castellanos about Visualization to Manifest what you really want in life. In this episode, we talk about all the things and just what the words Visualization and Manifestation mean to us. She shares her journey of Visualization & Manifestation and also shares some important action steps you can take while on this journey yourself.

Veronica Castellanos is an Adult educator with a passion to help people shift their mindset to pursue the next version of themselves. She is the mother of twins and step-mom to a thriving teenager.

Veronica is the Host of The Momster Podcast, on a mission to create community through shared experiences. She focuses on Thriving and learning through life.

Action steps to take for visualization to manifest a life you really want 

1. Realizing where your current reality is and write it down

2. Write down specific areas you want to build. How do you want it to look & feel? 

3. Draw it! Draw out the vision on paper. You can now create your vision board. Put it in places where are going to see it EVERY day!

4. If you are a fan of affirmations record your affirmations- your own voice saying your affirmation getting yourself closer to your vision.

This is where your conscious & subconscious begin to meet.

Connect with Veronica

Instagram @themomsterpodcast

Tiktok @themomsterpodcast

www.themomsterpodcast.com

Book:

The Myth of Normal: Trauma, Illness, and Healing in a Toxic Culture by Gabor Maté

EFT tapping: The Tapping Solution

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“I am ready to learn through love” “Thank you Universe for guiding me to perceive this fear through the teacher of love” -Gabby Bernstein

 “Pain does not equal purpose. Your purpose is to be joyful & live with ease. Your purpose is to surrender to the love of the Universe so you can live a happy life” -Gabby Bernstein 

I’ve been thinking a lot about this recently. Especially when it comes to my ADHD journey. When my fear is met with love, it doesn’t seem so scary. In fact, I’ve now come to discover the many gifts my squiggly brain has to offer. Many of which, have now become my superpowers. Now I get it! When I am looking at it through the lens of love, I am making friends with my ADHD…ADHD is merely an extension and expression of who I am…and who I am is AMAZING! So I guess you could say, I’ve discovered a brand new amazing possibility in my life. What a relief! This awesome awareness has allowed me to step into my- SELF more and be more fully and truly ME. it’s no longer seen as a hindrance, but now one of my best qualities…one of my superpowers! 

ADHD resources 

ADDitudemag.com 

Healthline.com 

Your Brain's not Broken by  Tamara Rosier 

Get an ADHD diagnosis

ADHD Online

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**Disclaimer** The concept What Else is Possible? is not something I created nor do I take credit for creating this concept. It is based on a concept I learned on my own journey of self-discovery, and have taken with me as a tool that has been a contribution to me in my life today.