**About The Guest(s):**

Jody Wood is an actor, comedian, teacher, and coach. He is the founder of SKIT (Special Kind of Improvisational Theater), a program that uses improv techniques to build confidence and empower individuals with special needs. Jody has a passion for helping others and believes in the power of improv to change lives.

**Summary:**

In this episode, Jody Wood shares his journey from being a professional actor to starting SKIT, a program that uses improv techniques to empower individuals with special needs. He discusses the challenges he faced growing up and how he found his passion for acting. Jody also talks about the impact of childhood trauma and the importance of self-awareness and self-acceptance. He shares inspiring stories of how improv has changed lives and emphasizes the importance of being yourself and following your dreams.

**Key Takeaways:**

- Improv techniques can be powerful tools for building confidence and empowering individuals with special needs.

- Childhood trauma, no matter how small, can have a lasting impact on a person's self-esteem and confidence.

- It's important to be open to self-awareness and self-acceptance in order to overcome the negative beliefs and false narratives we may have about ourselves.

- Following your passion and doing what makes you happy is essential for living a fulfilling life.

- Don't be afraid to take chances and pivot when necessary. Life may take unexpected turns, but embracing change can lead to new opportunities and personal growth.

**Quotes:**

- "Two words in improv: Yes. And. Two most important words. Two simple words that can literally change lives." - Jody Wood

- "You can get through anything if you find the right tools." - Jody Wood

- "Be yourself. Be yourself. Don't be afraid to be yourself." - Jody Wood

- "Do it scared. If you're feeling nervous or scared to take a step toward your dreams, take a breath and believe in yourself." - Jody Wood

- "Life isn't easy. Everyone has something that holds them back. But just remember, you can do it. You can follow your dreams and you deserve it." - Jody Wood

**Links:**

Song on the Spot - indfy.me/the-helping-hands-the-thursday-night-sessions-volume-2

skitprograms.com

Instagram - @skitprograms

Facebook - SKIT - Special Kind of Improvisational Theater

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About The Host:

Bronwyn Corkery is the host of the Express Your Wonders podcast. She is a wife, mother, and someone with a lot of experience living with false beliefs. Through her podcast, she aims to help others overcome the limiting beliefs that hold them back from living their best lives.

Summary:

Bronwyn Corkery shares her personal journey of overcoming limiting beliefs and finding her passion. She recounts how she started her podcast during the COVID-19 pandemic after losing her job and feeling inspired by a course on finding one's passion. Despite doubts and fears, she took the leap and started her podcast, only to pause it later due to overwhelm and burnout. After seeking therapy and rediscovering her passion, she decided to relaunch her podcast and continue sharing stories of personal growth and empowerment.

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Bronwyn has spent the last 3 years exploring the reasons behind anxiety the feeling of not feeling good enough to follow her own dreams. What she learned along the way has changed her life. On the Express Your Wonders Podcast you'll hear relatable stories and learn what strategies you can take to change your mindset to believe in the truth that you matter, you are worthy, and you are loved. Starting January 16th, 2024, Bronwyn will be here with you once a week with a new episode every Tuesday.

I went to visit my sister in Michigan one summer and the next thing I know my mom is calling to see if we can find a home to rent.  It was so exciting moving to Michigan but it required me to be brave. I had to be brave in my first attempt at public school!  I was just starting High  Schoo, my freshmen year!  Boy that getting lunch dependently thing can sure be tricky! I had to endure long walks to school with my brother till a friend helped us to explore being eligible for the school bus. Then I took my bravery skills to a whole new level when we moved to the other side of town and a new school again.  When my mom dropped the bomb, my sophomore year,  that she was moving back to Staten Island I begged to stay.  That was one of the things she considered my feelings in and let me stay at my sisters to finish school.  And when I wanted to give up and move back with my family, my sister, Mary, was brave for me and said "No, stay and finish!"   Thank God for older and wiser people who loved me!

Murphy is my trusted furry friend!  All the sudden though it seemed as though he was startled when eating and drinking.  I tried to help him in various ways to be more comfortable to eat and drink.  We envisioned what he must be thinking, like "I'm so brave going to drink my water.  I'll be brave!"  Murphy reminded me of one time when I was brave with my son at Six Flags.  I faced "The Nitro!"  I had to set the example for my son all the while thinking in my head "I hate this, I hate this, I hate this...."  It takes bravery to be your authentic self.  On a daily basis we have to choose to let our light shine and be ourselves, knowing others will love us just the same.  We don't need to earn their love-they already love us.

10:26 "How blessed you are that you read other's minds and know what they are thinking about you." - Frazzled Mother's Guide to Inner Peace by Pat Baker

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Life ever get going so fast you feel like you are on a hamster wheel?  That's how I felt towards the end of 2020.  I lost my job in the beginning of 2020 due to covid which gave me time to pursue my passions!  I got going on my Etsy shop, a craft subscription box, AND this podcast.  However, I found myself in a position to take on a 9-5...one more thing... but it took up most of my time.  I began to have wild success with my custom orders and subscription boxes only to literally be tripped up and experience an ankle injury!  I knew something had to give and I knew it was going to be something I enjoyed.  I enjoyed the holidays, re-evaluated where I was with all my interests and adjusted.  I am back to do all the things I love.  I hope if you find yourself on the hamster wheel of life, you can slow down, take a step back, and adjust to continue doing the things that make you happy!

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I'm back better than ever...How were the holidays for you?  I found myself swimming in projects!  It was a great problem to have because it meant I was being successful in all my ventures.  I have really enjoyed my Etsy shop and this podcast.  However, I took a minute to reflect and see how I could manage 2021 better!  I want to connect with you all in my facebook group and if you have a gift need and you know the recipient would love words of affirmation...check out my Etsy shop too.  I want people to feel seen, heard, and know they ARE enough!

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Christmas music is everywhere right now because of the holiday season!  And all those songs have me reminising about Christmas's passed.  There's a connection that "the lower 4," in my family, have to the song Silver Bells.  So funny to remind each year after year.  And then there's Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas...TWO VERSIONS?  Did you know that? Thank God Judy Garland stood her ground and we now know the more uplifting version!  I will be back next year with season two, but until then, consider journaling about the memories that may be coming to you with all the holiday music.  Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!

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Be careful what you wish for! My Etsy shop has taken off from my Black Friday sale and more orders than I know what to do with! I am proud of myself and I hope you too can SAY that sometime.  Be proud of yourself and don't let anyone ruin that.  It got me thinking along with my sisters over text about all we have to be thankful for.  We went back and forth between the good and bad of this season of life.  And as much as the Grinch (Covid) wants to steal Christmas, we are happy as the Whos in Whoville.

Podcasts to Check Out

7:52 Airstream Oracle episode 47

9:10 Memories With a Beat

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Man I tell ya, November was rough and fast!  I managed to start a podcast, craft subscription box, start a new job, and have an injury in November! I really wish, now after the fact, he HAD gotten a picture of my fall. 

How was November for you?  And your Thanksgiving? We had fewer around the table but made lots of great memories.  Now we are all shopping for Yankee Swap...ever heard of that?  Take a listen to learn, maybe an idea for your Christmas festivities.

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