Forgive Yourself

In this episode of the Forgive Yourself podcast, I welcome Rachel Vasquez, a transformational speaker who inspires change and empowerment for those creating a new life after loss. Rachel specializes in guiding women and children through grief, helping them cope and find healing. Rachel shares her journey following her husband's death in 2018, which led to her mission of supporting others through grief. She discusses normalizing grief conversations and the need for support programs in various settings. Rachel's story demonstrates finding purpose through pain and embracing joy amidst grief. She offers insights into grief's multiple aspects and their impact on well-being, addressing the challenges faced by widows and their children. We explore Rachel's work with the Modern Widows Club and her efforts to bring grief education to corporate settings. Her wisdom will inspire anyone navigating loss. Listen to Rachel's podcast, Soul Spark, and learn about her eight-week program for creating a new life after loss. For more resources, visit livingbeyondgriefnow.com. Thank you for listening, and please share this episode with others who might benefit. More info and links – https://brendareisscoaching.com/

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Welcome to the Forgive Yourself podcast, where we explore forgiveness and life's challenges. In this episode, I'm joined by Maureen Spielman, host of the Mystical Sisterhood podcast and a transformational life coach. Maureen's journey began with a life-altering diagnosis in 2018, which led her to embrace healing modalities and self-discovery. *"I believe that my diagnosis was an invitation to look at a lot of longstanding patterns I had within myself, that were not healthy for me anymore."* Maureen shares her story of overcoming breast cancer, the importance of sitting with oneself, and letting go of old identities. We discuss how health crises can serve as invitations to examine deep-seated patterns and emotions. *"I had carried a lot of years, I believe, anger, resentment, unresolved childhood patterning. And so that standstill moment in my life as well, created an opportunity for more light to come in."* Join us as we discuss the mystical, self-compassion, and women supporting each other. This conversation offers insights into self-forgiveness, connection, and discovering one's purpose. Whether you're facing a challenge or seeking inspiration, this episode reminds you that you're not alone and your journey is worth celebrating. Tune in to hear Maureen's wisdom and learn to embrace your path of healing and growth. Listen to Maureen's podcast, Mystical Sisterhood, and connect with her on Instagram @MaureenSpielman or visit maureenspielman.com for more resources. Thanks for listening, and please share this episode with someone who might benefit. **Resources:** Your FREE Forgive Yourself resources: https://brendareisscoaching.com/podcast-resource-optin/ Take our quiz to find out your emotional IQ and how it impacts your ability to forgive: https://archetype.brendareisscoaching.com/sf/357cdc60

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In this episode of "Forgive Yourself," we dive deep into the transformative journey of Michèle Heffron, a certified life, relationship, and divorce coach. Michèle shares her inspiring story of career transitions, overcoming personal challenges, and the power of self-discovery. Join me, Brenda Reiss, as we explore Michèle's path to becoming a coach at the age of 60 and how her personal experiences have shaped her unique approach to helping others navigate life transitions. Book a free consultation here and be sure and listen to Michèle's podcast "Getting to the Heart." Thanks for listening, and please share this episode with someone who might benefit. Your support is greatly appreciated.

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In this episode, I talk with Jennifer Soames, a traumatic brain injury survivor and advocate who is passionate about helping others affected by TBIs get the information, care, and support they need to live their best life.

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Are you grappling with the weight of past mistakes and the challenge of mending strained family ties? This episode of "Forgive Yourself" delves into the complex journey of self-forgiveness and healing family dynamics when you're the one who has caused hurt. Join me, Brenda Reiss, and my friend and colleague Kim, as we explore this sensitive terrain with compassion and insight. We discuss the steps to forgive ourselves, the nuances of making amends (or choosing not to), and the signs that indicate whether a relationship is complete. We tackle the discomfort of facing our own missteps and the power of taking responsibility without being shackled by guilt and shame. This conversation is a guide to navigating the path to reconciliation or peaceably letting go when necessary. Whether it's reaching out to family members who are hesitant or unwilling to engage, or simply finding closure within ourselves, this episode offers a heartfelt look at forgiveness from a different angle. We share personal experiences and provide a safe space for you to reflect on your journey towards healing and wholeness. Tune in to gain perspective on how to approach these delicate situations, the importance of listening and being heard, and the potential for renegotiating the terms of your relationships.

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Do you have trouble setting healthy boundaries? This is an extremely common challenge, especially when it comes to family. In this episode, I talk with my colleague Kim about navigating boundaries with family members who may not respect or understand them. As Kim and I discuss, setting boundaries with family can be particularly challenging due to the emotional entanglement and ingrained roles we play. "I feel like sometimes we even work harder on relationships outside the family dynamic, we'll work harder to save a friendship. We'll work harder to save a working environment than sometimes we do with the family." During our conversation, Kim and I dive deep into the psychology behind why we often struggle more with setting boundaries with family versus other relationships. We explore the fear of losing love or acceptance, as well as the tendency to fall back into old roles and patterns. Kim and I provide practical tips for getting clear on your values and what you want the relationship to look like, then communicating those boundaries in a calm, compassionate way. "It's almost like going back and trying to correct your teacher. That would be difficult, right? And so, maybe that's why we sometimes do walk away a little quicker because we think that we can't tell the teacher they were wrong." I believe this conversation can help anyone who has difficulty setting boundaries with family members, whether it's overbearing parents, critical siblings, or other relatives. Kim and I offer a thoughtful, nuanced approach to this common challenge, emphasizing the importance of self-awareness, forgiveness, and maintaining connection where possible. Be sure to leave a comment and let us know your thoughts on this episode - Kim and I are eager to continue the conversation and provide the support you need. Thanks for listening, and please share with someone you know who might benefit, I appreciate it.

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Do you struggle with money? Is debt weighing you down? Tresa Leftenant is here to help you cultivate confidence, conquer debt, and begin living a wealthy life. Are you ready?!! In this episode, I talk with Tresa Leftenant, a Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) and Behavioral Finance Advisor (BFA™) with over four decades of comprehensive financial planning and wealth advisory experience. Tresa is also a certified Canfield trainer of the Success Principles, a beautiful speaker, podcaster, and transformation facilitator. Tresa's Master Work is a handbook for women ready to change their financial lives called Reinventing Her. In this empowering guide, she openly shares her own transformation with money, relationships, and career, and encourages women to upgrade their lives by learning and living the steps she created to change her own life. Tresa's expertise is the connection between self-worth and net worth - how women can engage in inner work to unleash their “living a wealthy life” mindset. "If there is some empowerment inside that I am inherently valuable, and therefore I deserve to have whatever that amount of money is going to provide for me, then I'm willing to take the actions. I'm willing to learn how to take the risk to become comfortable with behavior that is required to let my money grow on itself, which is what investing is." During our interview, Tresa discusses how our emotions and beliefs around money directly impact our financial outcomes. She shares her personal story of growing up with a banker father and a mother who constantly compared their lifestyle to others, leading Tresa to develop unhealthy money habits like using credit cards for approval. Tresa emphasizes that the number one reason women struggle financially is due to the family story and societal messages they've internalized about money, not their ability. She unpacks how women often struggle to feel worthy of wealth and financial abundance, and how this self-worth piece is the key to unlocking a more empowered relationship with money. This episode is a must-listen for any woman who feels stuck or dissatisfied with her current financial situation. Tresa provides a roadmap for doing the inner work to shift your money mindset, overcome limiting beliefs, and step into your natural abundance. Whether your goal is to become a millionaire or simply gain more control and peace around your finances, Tresa's wisdom and guidance can help you make the shift. "We can grow the way we love and respect and trust ourselves, and then our behavior with money will change, and the outward results will change." To learn more about Tresa Leftenant and her work, visit her new website A Wealthy Life for Her at https://awealthylifeforher.com/. Tresa also offers a free monthly Wealth Circles group coaching call where women come together to support each other in transforming their relationship with money. Sign up at the website to reserve your spot. Thanks again for listening! Please share with someone you know who could benefit from this episode, I appreciate it, and so will they.

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Can forgiveness grow your business? Absolutely! Find out how forgiveness transformed Wonderful Morrison’s business in this episode. Wonderful Morrison is a renowned brand and marketing architect with over 25 years of experience. Wonderful is the visionary founder of Lead Her, a brand and marketing consultancy firm that empowers women and amplifies their influence. As a seasoned business professional, author, and speaker, Wonderful has established herself as a driving force in the industry. Through Lead Her, she has pioneered an online business training hub and a boutique branding and marketing consultancy. Her expertise lies in helping women entrepreneurs build successful, impactful businesses. "In order for my business to grow and for my income to grow, I had to grow with it also. The simultaneous growth of a business and a person is crucial." Any entrepreneur, especially women in business, needs to listen in to this episode. Especially those who are feeling stuck, stagnant, or ready to take their business to the next level. Wonderful's story demonstrates that by addressing personal growth and inner work, you can unlock the keys to sustainable, fulfilling business growth. To learn more about Wonderful Morrison and her work, check out her private Facebook group, Lead Her Biz Community, where she shares valuable insights and strategies. You can also connect with her on social media under her name, Wonderful Morrison, or visit the Lead Her Biz Academy website to explore her upcoming app and consultancy services. Wonderful is committed to empowering women entrepreneurs to build the business of their dreams, and this episode is a testament to the power of forgiveness in that journey.

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Are you ready to unleash your soul’s truth and live unapologetically expressed? Then this is the episode for you! In this episode, I talk with Jennifer Spor, the CEO and founder of Jennifer Spor Co. and host of the Path of the Awakened Heart Podcast. Jennifer is a spiritual advisor, channel, Akashic Records and trauma-informed master consultant, and teacher for high-achieving, conscious women leaders who are here to live unapologetically expressed in their true selves and fulfill their highest destiny. Jennifer's journey into this transformative work began after a pivotal moment when she was working in retail and realized she was no longer feeling challenged or fulfilled. After the passing of her mother, Jennifer made the brave decision to leave her corporate career and embark on a journey of rediscovering her true self and purpose. Through a powerful spiritual awakening, Jennifer discovered her gifts as an intuitive, channel, and Akashic Records consultant - and felt called to support other women in doing the same. "Whenever we're feeling that call to deeper truth, we feel it in our lives. We feel it in how we're showing up. We feel like there's something more, and we may not be clear on what that is initially, yet we feel it." In our conversation, Jennifer shares with me how she helps women access their soul's truth and live fully expressed in their highest destiny. She discusses the importance of discernment between the ego and the soul's voice, the role of trauma and forgiveness in our embodiment, and how to extract ourselves from limiting 3D constructs to step into our truth. Jennifer also explains the transformative power of the Akashic Records and how accessing this sacred library can facilitate instantaneous healing and timeline shifts. "The Akashic records are one of the most direct paths to Ascension. And what is super empowering is that every single one of us can access our records. We all have them. You don't have to be gifted or super psychic... The thing is, we all have these psychic abilities. We all have the ability to access our records." This episode is a must-listen for any woman who feels the call to live more authentically, let go of fear, and step into the fullest expression of her soul's purpose. Jennifer's wisdom and insights shared with me will empower you to have the courage to make the leap, trust your intuition, and create a life that is truly aligned with who you are at the deepest level. To dive deeper with Jennifer, be sure to check out her free "Activate Your Highest Destiny" guided meditation, available at JenniferSpor.com. You can also find her on Instagram @Jennifer_Spor, where she shares inspiration and insights. Get ready to uncover your soul's truth and live unapologetically expressed!

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In this episode, I had the pleasure of speaking with Betsy Jordyn, a brand positioning strategist who helps consultants and coaches clarify their messaging. Betsy's mission resonates deeply with me - empowering professionals to expand their positive impact. Drawing from over 30 years as an organizational consultant, Betsy witnessed firsthand the toxic cultures and unethical practices that can arise. She understands the toll of workplace betrayal, burnout and existential crises on passionate individuals striving to make a difference. "I think a lot of it comes from unresolved issues… like what got you into entrepreneurship." During our discussion, Betsy unpacked the unresolved issues that often propel people into entrepreneurship. She emphasized the need to address these deep-rooted matters through a process of acceptance and forgiveness in order to truly move forward. Together, we explored the insidious nature of toxic positivity - the pressure to always remain upbeat and deny difficult emotions. Betsy wisely advocated for acknowledging how we feel, setting boundaries, and disengaging from environments that don't respect our humanity. The key takeaway is that personal, professional and spiritual growth intertwine. By doing the work of forgiveness and healing past hurts, we build a solid foundation for success across all life arenas. This conversation holds particular relevance for high-achievers venturing into consulting or coaching. It provides a compassionate roadmap for the challenges and opportunities that arise. To connect with Betsy's wisdom further, visit her website and podcast "Enough Already." Her insights are invaluable for creating businesses and lives we love. I'm grateful to Betsy for this candid look at integrating our whole selves into our work. Tune in if you're ready to expand your impact through self-awareness and forgiveness.

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