Elsplend Realities

In this episode of Elsplend Realties, we sit down with Kristin Gardner, nonprofit executive and podcast host, to explore the messy, human side of careers and leadership. Kristin shares how detours, doubts, and moments of absurdity often teach more than milestones or achievements—and how embracing these experiences can bring clarity, resilience, and authenticity to our work.

We discuss ambition without burnout, the myths of “having it all figured out,” and the role of humor in navigating high-pressure environments. This conversation is for anyone seeking perspective, presence, and a reminder that the unexpected—and even the uncomfortable—can shape us in meaningful ways.

In this episode of Elsplend Realties, we speak with Jennifer Wescott, author and transformational coach, about a journey through grief that revealed an unexpected truth: death may not be the end, and love can continue beyond the physical realm.

Jennifer shares how profound spiritual encounters after her husband’s passing reshaped her understanding of loss, grief, and ongoing connection. We explore practices for heart-based communication, transforming grief into growth, and reclaiming joy even amid sorrow. This conversation invites listeners to reframe loss, expand their sense of love, and consider that endings may actually be doorways.

In this episode of Elsplend Realties, we speak with Robert Mahoney, founder of TVTP Solutions and expert in Behavioral Threat Assessment, about how violence rarely emerges spontaneously. Robert shares the research behind the “pathway to violence,” practical warning signs communities can recognize, and strategies for proactive, human-centered prevention.

We explore why so many systems react too late, how multidisciplinary collaboration can intervene early, and the balance between safety and civil liberties. This conversation is for anyone invested in creating safer, more aware communities—and in understanding that prevention begins long before crisis hits.

In this episode of Elsplend Realties, we sit down with Herman Petrick, international energy healer and spiritual guide, to explore how subtle influences—emotional, environmental, and energetic—shape how we feel and move through the world. Herman shares practical ways to recognize, clear, and restore energy in both people and spaces, helping listeners reconnect with a sense of calm, sovereignty, and balance.

We dive into how environments affect wellbeing, the quiet signs of energetic disruption, and how remote healing can cultivate real connection. This conversation is for anyone sensing that true wellness is more than physical or mental—it’s also energetic, lived, and experienced in the spaces we inhabit.

In this episode of Elsplend Realties, we speak with Tim Lindsay, CEO of Tellwell Publishing and author of The Call to Authorship, about what it truly means to bring ideas into the world. Tim shares how authorship is more than writing a book—it’s a form of leadership, clarity, and service that demands courage, self-trust, and intentional action.

From guiding thousands of aspiring writers to navigating his own entrepreneurial and personal challenges, Tim explores why some ideas persist until we honor them, and how answering that call can transform not just your work, but your perspective on life, legacy, and contribution.

In this episode of Elsplend Realties, we speak with Carol Clegg, small business coach and host of Connect Inspire Create, about the inner shifts that come in midlife. Carol shares how capable, reflective individuals can move from feeling scattered or stuck to experiencing steadier, more aligned momentum—without forcing hustle or urgency.

We explore self-trust, intentional accountability, and how insight becomes action, helping listeners navigate transitions with clarity and calm. This conversation is for anyone ready to redefine success, slow the noise, and build a business—and a life—that truly supports who they’re becoming.

In this episode of Elsplend Realties, we sit down with Hasani X, founder of Chiefs of Story, to explore the paradox of expertise: the deeper your knowledge, the harder it can be to communicate your value. Drawing from a life that spans corporate boardrooms, MMA training, meditation, and mentorship, X shares how high performers can move from overthinking to decisive clarity, translating depth into resonance.

We dive into identity, internal storytelling, and the subtle shifts that help capable people be seen without oversimplifying themselves. This conversation is for anyone who has ever felt invisible despite their competence — offering a roadmap to clarity, presence, and alignment with the story you truly want to live.

In this episode of Elsplend Realties, we speak with Jo Stewart, one of Australia’s leading aerial yoga teachers and a pioneer in accessible movement. From adapting yoga for diverse bodies to creating trauma-informed and inclusive spaces, Jo shares how practice can be about belonging, not perfection.

We explore how aerial yoga becomes a tool for inclusion, the power of compassionate teaching, and why accessibility transforms not just movement, but lives. If you’ve ever felt intimidated by a yoga studio or wondered how to bring more presence into your body, this conversation offers insight, inspiration, and permission to start exactly where you are.

In this episode of Elsplend Realties, we sit down with Hadley Nightingale, CEO of New Zealand Property Buyers, to explore how building a business — and a life — doesn’t have to come at the cost of your well-being. From high-stakes early careers to leading a fully remote property business, Hadley shares insights on designing systems that work, trusting structure over hustle, and creating space for family, freedom, and long-term success.

If you’ve ever felt stretched too thin, this conversation offers a blueprint for working smarter, leading intentionally, and building a life that holds up under pressure.

What if the pursuit of balance is the very thing exhausting you?

In this episode of Elsplend Realities, we sit with Carol Enneking — former corporate vice president and author of The Rebalancing Act — to challenge one of the most accepted ideas in modern ambition: work-life balance.

After decades working with high-performing leaders, Carol reveals why success often becomes heavier at the top — and why traditional ideas of “having it all together” quietly lead to burnout, identity loss, and disconnection.

Together, we explore what it means to move from balance to rebalancing — a more honest, sustainable approach to achievement that prioritizes energy, boundaries, and long-term well-being.

Because real success isn’t just about what you build —

it’s about how your life feels while you’re building it.