I'm back with a solo episode about all the feels... how our feelings are the essential guideposts in our lives. Before I recorded this episode I thought about calling it "Feeling Fabulous this Fall" but the truth is that we don't always feel that way, right? So I share a little personal story around this. 

It starts with what are we focused on? How does that make us feel? How do we want to feel and moving forward from there. If you want some insight or inspiration around this, take a listen.

I also give you an update on the future of Inspired Grownups and what I'm excited to create in 2025 for kids in the podcast world.

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There's definitely a part of being human that requires some scheduling; work, school, appointments, etc. But, what would it look like if we surrendered the (over)scheduling this summer? What new, possibly very exciting, things could we end up making room for? Take a listen for some inspiration around this and to hear a short impromtu song!

I mention my friend Taqdees Razzaq in this episode. She's definitely an inspiration. To learn more about her go to IG@taqdeesrazzaq

The book I mention is Lavender by Tiffany Nicole IG@lavenderthebook

The speakers I mentioned are Now Tone Therapy System

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This solo episode was inspired by a question asked around a campfire in the mountains with friend's last week, "if you knew the date of your death, how would you live your life differently?'.  Lots of thoughts might come up surrounding this but ultimately all we have is right NOW so how do you want to live your life today?

Take a listen and see what comes up for you...

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If you have young children this episode is for you. Today I'm talking with my sister-in-law Alexis Gentry about helping our kids create solutions to problems and building skills instead of giving consequences and focusing only on their behavior.  We also talk about the difference between praise and encouragement. I got so much out of this conversation and I hope you do too!

Alexis Gentry, LCSW, is a Certified Positive Discipline Trainer, social worker, and mom of two who is committed to making a positive impact on the lives of parents and families. She believes in creating a nurturing and empowering environment for families through supporting perinatal mental health and Positive Discipline education. 

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We usually think about celebrating our lives when it's our birthday or celebrating the life of someone we love who has passed on.

Why not do something everyday to celebrate our life, big or small, by doing an activity or simply having a mental reframe or change of perspective on a current circumstance.

This is what I'm talking about today in this solo episode. It was inspired by my best friend's birthday and a spontaneous trip as well as the anniversary of my Dad's  passing. 

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This solo episode is inspired by two passages from the book "Heart Steps" by Julia Cameron.

We live in this time - space reality but we've also heard from Einstein and other physicists that "time is an illusion".  Today I talk about how we can work with those ideas to take some pressure off of ourselves and enjoy our lives more.

You can get the book Heart Steps on Amazon HERE >>

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We all need a break, probably more than we allow ourselves, mentally & physically. In a society that rewards "hard work" can we scale back when needed for our own health and therefore create more enjoyment in our lives?

If you need a little boost of inspiration around this topic, take a listen to this short solo episode.

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At our core, we all want to belong and feel significant. When we have this perspective regarding our children and their same needs, it can change the way we parent and deal with challenges. 

Today I'm talking about all of this with my sister-in-law, Alexis Gentry. There are so many great take aways from this episode. Take a listen!

Alexis Gentry, LCSW, is a Certified Positive Discipline Trainer, social worker, and mom of two who is committed to making a positive impact on the lives of parents and families. She believes in creating a nurturing and empowering environment for families through supporting perinatal mental health and Positive Discipline education. 

Follow Alexis on IG@parenthoodpause

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Have you ever thought of using your imagination to create and play in your own virtual reality? Using this game to tap into the feeling of freedom and fun? In doing so, you can change how you're feeling and possibly change the course of your day.

In this solo episode I hope to remind you that you have so much power in choosing the thoughts you think. Take a listen!

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If you've got small kids at home and are looking for a little relief or fun ideas for play and connection this episode is for you!

I'm talking with Beth Ann Tieche, founder of Low Lift Fun. We talk about the inspiration behind creating Low Lift Fun during covid while staying home with her 3 young children, parenting a spirited child and how sharing what you love and what comes naturally to you could potentially become a business that helps others.

Beth Ann is an elementary principal turned full time content creator and stay at home mom of three (twins plus one). She shares low lift (easy) activities to empower moms of spirited kids to have more joy and less stress in their days!

Through play based learning, low prep activities, and positive parenting methods, she helps moms connect with their kids, so that we can decrease power struggles, increase listening, and have more fun in motherhood!

With a focus on inclusivity, rather than one size fits all parenting methods, she support  moms of spirited kids in gaining a variety of respectful parenting strategies to confidently parent in difficult moments!

Go to her website www.lowliftfun.com for lots of free resources and inspiration. Follow on IG@lowliftfun

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