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Here are the highlights of my interview with Jodi Aman: Live Happier on Women Developing Brilliance.

Who is Jodi Aman?

Jodi Aman has been an intuitive counselor for over 20 years. She encourages you to overcome anxiety and live happier. Through humor and warmth, her popular YouTube Channel inspires thousands of people all over the world get rid of fear, expand their consciousness and live with vitality.

Having clawed her way out of her own anxiety and depression, Jodi shares her story of stepping into her personal power and shows you how in her best selling book, You 1,  Anxiety 0 - Win your life back from fear and panic. She’ll teach you how to change limiting beliefs, calm life’s chaos, create peace and embody happiness in your life.

Lightbulb moment

After a couple of volunteer experiences like a sewing group in a psychiatric hospital, a hotline for latchkey kids, and a holiday program of bringing gifts to people in need and/or bedridden Jodi realized that she wanted to help people for a living.

She went to social work school and never looked back.

Overcoming life’s struggles

At the age of 5, she learned what death was. This spiraled into decades of anxiety and huge panic attacks. It got so unbearable that it was difficult to even get out of bed some days.

She realized that she was not going to be able to live her mission from bed, and knew big changes had to occur.

Business lesson learned

In the beginning, it was difficult to find the perfect fit when it was time to hire and get support. She attributes the difficulty in seeing the potential in people vs. how high performing they actually were in the present moment.

She now taps into her intuition when looking to bring in an independent contractor and takes her time in the vetting process. She requests solid examples of the work they’ve done in the past.
 

Shining a bright light

When asked what kind of tips Aman would give the solopreneur who’s intimidated to go live on video, she said, Feel the person you are talking to, just like they are there sitting with you. Think about what’s going on in someone’s body when they are listening. Think about caveats of what you may need to add to help them process. Help them assimilate your information through storytelling, a theme, and numbered lists.

Her next big project

Her healing affirmations coloring book will be available in the month of November that’s got Aman super excited. She will be offering a masterclass on how to write affirmations that work!

I loved my time with Jodi because

She has healed and continues to heal through helping others. Her dedication to continue putting out quality content is very inspiring. Lastly, I like how she is aware that family time very much intersects with self-care time.

Connect with Jodi: https://jodiaman.com

Here are the highlights of my interview with Patsy Culp: And Celebrate on Women Developing Brilliance.

Who is Patsy Culp?

Patsy Culp is the Founder of And Celebrate and Co-Founder of The Branding Edit. She specializes in helping passionate business owners refine their brand, expand their presence online & off, and connect on a deeper level with their audience.

Patsy’s philosophy is this: loving up on your immediate circle of clients and comrades is the most effective way to create a catalyst for business growth & generate a word-of-mouth machine for your brand.

Lightbulb Moment

It took a couple of tries to find the perfect fit. Right out of college she quickly found that she was not being fully expressed or satisfied with her job.

After years of in-depth personal development; courses, workshops, going back to school, and even acquiring a life coach certification something started to click. She eventually built up enough inner trust to take a leap and say yes to an event planning opportunity when it crossed her path.

This was a “lightbulb” moment when she realized how the skills acquired over the previous decade all married together perfectly in this one offering.

It was the beginning of the iteration of what she does now for her clients - elevating their message and crafting an unforgettable experience.

Shining a Bright Light

One of Culp’s favorite quotes is, “At the end of the day people won't remember what you said or did, they will remember how you made them feel.” by Maya Angelou.

These words live at the heart of Patsy’s mission in the world. She believes that when we feel seen, heard, well-cared for, and celebrated, we start to see ourselves differently —in the act of being seen, we give ourselves permission to express ourselves fully.

I loved my time with Patsy because

She is just a dearheart. She has a full appreciation of the power that can be cultivated through connection and celebration. There’s something very special in that and she puts a smile on my face!

Connect with Patsy:  https://www.andcelebrate.com/

Here are the highlights of my interview with Lauren Andrews: From Psych Nurse to CBD Aromatics on Women Developing Brilliance.

Who is Lauren Andrews?

Lauren Andrews is an RN, Clinical Aromatherapist and President of AroMed Aromatherapy.  

AroMed has 2 retail locations in Central Vermont and an active online store. AroMed's CBD Aromatics line can be found in over 25 shops in California, Vermont, and New Hampshire.

Lauren is also a recent graduate of the University of Vermont's Cannabis Science and Medicine Program.

Overcoming Life’s Struggles

After years of being in a psychiatric nurse, and coming close to getting assaulted by a patient one day, Lauren realized it was time to begin a new career path.

She used her passion and knowledge in the field of aromatherapy to open her first retail location in Montpelier, VT.

From there, she continued her learning and earned a certification from the University of Vermont’s Cannabis Science and Medicine program, which allowed her to confidently design a line of CBD Aromatics - combining her 2 loves.

Shining a Bright Light

In the beginning, Lauren felt like she had to do it all. Once the success of the store became too much to handle (as a team of 1), Lauren let go of the reins and began hiring team members.

Sharing her vision and making sure they were sufficiently educated in order to adequately represent her and her product line were keys in bringing on the perfect hires. 

Knowing that teaching and new product creation was really what fulfilled her made it easier to delegate and step back from any micro-managing.

I loved my time with Lauren because

Her integrity shines through. I love and admire people who invest the time, money, and effort to continue their base of knowledge and are willing to share it with their tribe. I believe in Lauren’s mission in a big way and can’t wait to continue to support her cause.

Connect with Lauren:  https://aromedofvt.com/

Here are the highlights of my interview with Alauna Whelan: Inspiring the Divine Feminine on Women Developing Brilliance.

Who is Alauna Whelan?

Alauna is a true artist dedicated to inspiring women to sink deeper into their feminine power while treading lightly on Mother Earth in the process.

She has a background in mining and minerals (both potash and uranium).

Currently, she offers a handcrafted line of elemental jewelry using crystals, gemstones, and recycled fine silver. As well as botanical intention candles infused with pure essential oils.

Overcoming Life’s Struggles

With the birth of her first son, Alauna experienced birth trauma. While she had hoped for a natural birth, her greatest wish was for a gentle birth with informed consent more than anything.

Left in disarray and with a deep need to reclaim her life and feminity, she began to search out holistic tools like aromatherapy, homeopathy, and crystals in hopes to achieve peace and balance.

From there, she started doing postpartum care for women through crafted salves and teas.

Then, out of the desire to find a personal talisman and unable to find something that truly resonated she decided to create her own jewelry line.

Shining a Bright Light

Whelan’s bravery shines through everything she shows up in.

Strong experiences, birth trauma, and health crisis have given her a deep sense of maturity and a respect for life.

Her authentic, self-described “no filter” way allows women to lay their masks down and softly sink into their own greatness.

I loved my time with Alauna because

She also resonates with #communityovercompetition. Her “come as you are” approach and wish to really connect with people is a living example of the magic that can be created when we authentically unite.

Connect with Alauna: http://alaunawhelan.com/

Here are the highlights of my interview with Andrea Reisen: Healing Spirits on Women Developing Brilliance.

Who is Andrea Reisen?

Andrea is far beyond just an herbalist and plant lover. She has a spiritual connection with the earth and believes in being in harmony with all of creation.

She and her husband grow organic herbs and medicinal mushrooms on their 30-acre farm in Wallace, New York.

When they aren’t working in the fields, you can find them sharing philosophical conversations over a cup of brewed tea, doing yoga, or teaching at herbal and agriculture conferences throughout the US and Canada.

Overcoming Darkness

Andrea is no stranger to failure.

She and her husband, Matthias tried their hand at dairy farming and ended up moving on from that venture when they realized it wasn’t financially viable.

It was from there that they looked back at herbs through a business lens. This also allowed them to keep and use the land that they grew to love.

Reisen also shares, “A lot of our kids were adopted and they came with special needs that the medical profession wasn’t really answering them. So we needed to look at alternatives, and the plants were very helpful.”

Shining a Bright Light

Andrea’s commitment to never giving up has the power to lift up any struggling solopreneur. She says you have to always look at where you are going, even if the present circumstances don’t exactly match.

I loved my time with Andrea because

She is a brilliant, passionate lady full of heart and perseverance. Even with all the praise and being referenced in respected texts as an herbal leader, she maintains a high level of humility. Her joy for life, plants, and connecting with others through healing modalities is super inspiring!

 Connect with Andrea: http://healingspiritsherbfarm.com/

Here are the highlights of the interview with Kay Fabella - The Story Finder on Women Developing Brilliance.

Who is Kay Fabella?

Kay is a storyteller and brand strategist, who crafts words for entrepreneurs to master their message, pivot their business efficiently, and connect with the people they were meant to serve.

A Los Angeles native based in Spain, she's worked with solopreneurs to Fortune 500s in English and Spanish. She has also been featured as an international speaker, writer, and storytelling expert in the Huffington Post and El País. When Kay's not making brand story magic, you can find her with her Spanish husband and their two cats, eating her way through Europe, or jet-setting between LA and Madrid.

Overcoming A Big Initial Business Challenge

Kay found herself with an amazing opportunity to write a series of blog posts for an influential online marketer in Spain. Of course, she jumped at the chance only to quickly realize that she wasn’t ready. Things like not having her DIY site backed up, translated into Spanish, or a way to capture emails from interested visitors arose.

After her site crashed, she had to regroup and rebuild her website.

Ultimately, this was a blessing in disguise as she was able to craft something so on point for her ideal clients and craft a home on the web in both English and Spanish.

Shining a Bright Light

Fabella says -

I loved my time with Kay because:

She is just so charming not to mention one sharp cookie! She truly knows the value of relationship, story, and connection. I think so many of us can benefit from learning how to show our authentic self and share our lives with our tribe.

Connect with Kay: https://kayfabella.com/

Here are the highlights from my interview with Kerry Jones of Indigo Tones on Women Developing Brilliance. Enjoy!

Who is Kerry?

Kerry Jones is a certified color analyst. She utilizes the color science of Albert Munsell combined with the Seasonal Color Theory of the Impressionist painters to bring about color harmony.

She says, “Harmony happens when people are in alignment with their personal colors.”

She combines her passion for teaching, natural alternatives, career development, personal enrichment, and color throughout her work.

Overcoming Struggles

When Jones first learned about color theory, she was using her teacher’s swatch books in her business.

(For reference, a swatch book is an integral tool that provides the client with their personal color wheel.)

Unexpectedly and tragically, her mentor was killed.

This left Kerry, and several of her peers in the color analysis field empty-handed and spinning in circles for a solution.

Confident in her vision, Kerry set out to create her own line of swatch books. After pouring through hundreds of colors and countless starts and stops over a 2-year process, she was able to develop a fabric plume for all 12 color tones.

She says, believe in your idea and never give up!

And it’s good she had that attitude + fortitude. They have now become a sought-after creative asset not only for her color clients but for artists and designers as well. In fact, she just received an order from Switzerland!

Shining a Bright Light

She believes the Universe conspires to help you when you’re on the right path.

She says, be more of who you are and less of what the fashion industry says you should be. She advocates how important it is to understand who we are uniquely and enhance that.

I loved my time with Kerry because:

She uses color to help people cultivate more energy, joy, and positivity in their lives. Yes, please! Also, her dedication to her work and pioneer efforts in creating her own innovative system that other’s can benefit from is super inspirational.

Connect with Kerry: http://indigotones.com/

Here are the highlights of my interview with Michelle Wright, LAc. on Women Developing Brilliance. 

Who is Michelle?

After 10 years of being a special ed teacher, Michelle experienced an “aha” moment and knew that the healing arts was her passion. After that, she attended and graduated from the Finger Lakes School of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine and graduated with honors in 2010.

She’s been seeing patients ever since at her clinic, Naples Valley Acupuncture, in Naples, New York.

Overcoming Life’s Struggles

Deciding to quit a steady ten-year teaching position was no easy decision. But Wright pushed through the fear and took the risk to go back to school. She believes that if things are supposed “to be” then the path will just open up and flow with ease.

She also attributes the courage to leap from a conventional career to one of being a solopreneur to the love and support from her family.

Balancing work and home life is something that she is very conscious of. She’s created her schedule to be there for her kids and meet the demands of client needs.

Shining a Bright Light

Wright says, “People leave my office feeling better. I get to witness improvement on some level every day.” This positive reinforcement is super motivating as a practitioner + is such a service for people in our small town of fewer than 1500 people.

I loved my time with Michelle because

It’s a joy for me to connect with people offering complementary healing modalities. I especially love that Michelle has an open door policy and treats every age group with a diverse array of needs. She decided early on that she wanted to be a general practitioner vs. specializing in a narrow niche.

Connect with Michelle: http://naplesvalleyacupuncture.com/

Here are the highlights from my Women Developing Brilliance interview with Jessica Witherow: Mother Earth Inspired Wellness.

Who is Jessica Witherow?

Jessica is a licensed massage therapist practicing in the foothills of the Naples Valley, in Upstate New York. Her love for Mother Earth is steeped throughout everything in her brand from all-natural products to eco-friendly print materials.

Overcoming Life’s Struggles

At age 30, Jessica realized that she was not feeling super comfortable in her body. She had put on a lot of weight and no longer was the athlete she once was. She began researching nutrition, went on a juice fast cycle, and committed to moving on the treadmill when the kids were napping.

Being able to stretch, regain the range of motion, and see and feel the transformation is what kept her going and dedicated.

That whole process gave her the confidence to go back to school and dive into her passion and career.

She now has an integrated approach that she is able to teach the community when it comes to holistic practices.

Shining a Bright Light

She models the life/work balance. Taking time to receive regular bodywork, yoga, meditation, set personal/professional boundaries, and set aside dedicated family time are all integral parts of Witherow's schedule.

I loved my time with Jessica because

She is the sweetest soul! Her integrity pours right out of her being. Her mission is lofty and inspiring. Also, she’s a fellow self-care junkie, which I adore!

Connect with Jessica: https://www.facebook.com/jessicawitherowlmt/

Here are the highlights from my interview with Geenah Caragliu of Wild Plants Love You on Women Developing Brilliance.

Who is Geenah?

Geenah is a certified aromatherapist and herbalist that connects people to their highest quality of well being by inspiring them to invite the botanical world into their lives. She creates hand-blended wildcrafted or garden-grown herbal + Aromatic products.

Overcoming Life’s Struggles

From as far back as being a little girl, Geenah found solace and an escape in Nature. A deep connection and peace came from the trees and the forest, which she continues to draw on.

In the early stages of her aromatherapy product line, creating labels was a massive headache. After, a ton of struggles with the computer and connecting with other makers, she landed on printing her labels on full sheets and then hand punching them after. She calls this her “silver lining” when it came to the packaging.

Persevering and reaching out to other people in the industry are a couple of her tips for overcoming struggles!

Shining a Bright Light

Caragliu says “Everything I craft is made with intention & connection to the natural cycles of the Earth + Moon + Planets. This process connects people to plants so they can heal with the natural world around them.”

Her intention + connection = healing is a winning formula!

I loved my time with Geenah because:

She is the perfect example of living her talk. Just like enthusiasm is caught, so is respect + relationship when it comes to the plant world. Geenah’s reverence for botanicals is beyond inspiring.

Connect with Geenah: https://www.wildplantsloveyou.com/