Keep Your Candle Lit

What is multitasking? How does it affect us and our relationships?

Suzie sheds some light on task switching. She provides insight on how this mindset can impact us and what we can explore to shift out of it (if we want to).

Full disclosure- Suzie has a cold! If you find her voice annoying, you can thank the germs.

Resources:

Yoga Nidra to activate your relaxation response- check out your local studios!

Sagel Urlacher for Yoga and Meditative Trainings

Jessica Able "Not more minutes, better minutes."

Patrice Washington of the Redefining Wealth podcast

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What impact do lessons from the lives of those we have lost have on how we show up in the world? How does podcasting relate to other arenas of our lives, and what are some needs of female podcasters?

Suzie & Jessica explore lessons from the passing of their loved ones and the charge of the word "work." Jess shares insight on following her passions and interests to open up her career path as well as the concept of being the shield for her family.

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"I think when a parent dies or a child dies or a sibling dies or a best friend dies, you can't stay the same you were before the passing. You have to become someone different and go through some kind of identity crisis."

"Fun stuff is what makes people like you…be loyal to you…and accept your opinion and if you are fun and funny and accepting and inclusive, then you're not selling. You're bringing people along to the party."

A note from Suzie: Have you ever called yourself lazy? If so, what's the story underneath that? What's your default? Listen in as we explore that idea, too.

About Jessica: Jessica is the co-host and co-founder of the She Podcasts brand. She loves the art and psychology of persuasion. Jess is also a "reluctant" leader in the podcasting space (but Suzie thinks she is an awesome one at that.)

Connect with @jesskupferman on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook.

Resources referenced: Click here for information about the She Podcasts Live Event. Podcasters or those thinking about podcasting- check out the She Podcasts group on Facebook.

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Claudia Simpson is one of the yoga teacher trainers for yogis interested in pursuing their own yoga teacher training (YTT). In this segment of a larger discussion (listen to the whole episode by clicking here: Exploring Transformative Yoga with Claudia Simpson), Claudia and Suzie discuss how to connect with a yoga studio and specifically address offerings at Living Room Yoga.

Connect with Claudia through her website: www.ineedyoga.com

Connect with Living Room Yoga Emmaus, PA "Yoga for everybody and every body."

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Link to the show: Keep Your Candle Lit

What do people mean when they say "source" when talking about spirituality? How can yoga be therapeutic in a transformative sense rather than a "fix it" sense?

Suzie & Claudia explore how yoga is more than a physical practice and is for a variety of bodies and ages. Claudia shares insight on how the body can hold trauma within it as well as misconceptions about yoga and yogis. She also gifts us with a beautiful guided meditation.

"We're allowed to live in joy, even when our world is crumbling, when we know we are connected to source."

"It takes bravery to be with yourself and your thoughts and observe them without judgement."

"Yoga is an elegant system of whole life living."

"People think yoga is something they can't do because…" (Hey, if this is you- be sure to listen.)

About Claudia: Claudia is a yogi through and through- yoga teacher trainer, yoga teacher, yoga therapist and teaches at retreats for John Hopkins. These retreats support metastatic cancer patients and their caregivers.

Connect with Claudia through her website: www.ineedyoga.com

Resources referenced: Living Room Yoga

A note from Suzie: Claudia was one of my trainers and mentors for my own yoga teacher training (YTT) journey. This conversation meant more to me than I will ever be able to express, and I find myself editing it at the most appropriate time. Claudia, thank you for you time, your wisdom, and you patience.

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What are you attracted to in nature? How does this element of nature show up in other aspects of your life?

Suzie sheds some light on how you can uncover what insights nature may reveal about you. She provides insight on her own admiration for the sunflower and why it is the art focus for her wick episodes.

"Look deep into nature, and then you will understand everything." ~Albert Einstein

Resource referenced: Follow WellnessHouseLV on Facebook for wisdom and inspiration about nature.

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What does it mean to be authentic? How do our mindsets, preconceived notions, and agendas affect how we show up in the world and perceive reality?

Suzie & Karissa explore mindset, authenticity, and change. Karissa shares insight on living with intention versus living life through your default setting as well as the idea of "Just do one thing."

"I think we have this misconception in our minds that everyone is super competent and has this track record of success for so long."

"There's no wrong way to be authentic."

"Sometimes the 'yes' shows you the way."

"Are you a consumer of your life or a producer of your life?"

Resources referenced: Karissa's book Eccentricities of an Earth Goddess is available. Connect with Karissa via her social media contacts to get a copy!

About Karissa: Karissa is a Sparkle Activator, authenticity coach, and author. She is committed to helping women live life with authenticity and turn their passions into their businesses. Connect with Karissa Barbados on Facebook, Karissa Barbados on YouTube, and @yournowandzen

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What is that noise- why are we listening to the rain? How can we hold space for multiple emotions and energies?

Suzie sheds some light on giving yourself permission to experience the polarity of emotions. She provides insight on tears and what they may gift to us. Suzie also offers a brief grounding exercise at the beginning of this episode.

"You can simultaneously hold space for anger & grief as well as taking care of yourself & looking for pockets of joy."

Resources: "May you be well…" is inspired by Bhante Dhammawansha.

If you are feeling hopeless or despondent with media overload and world events, please consider: www.psychologytoday.com www.nami.org www.suicidepreventionlifeline.org

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What is the Andy Derr Foundation for Kidney Cancer Research? How have Joann (Andy's wife) and her family honored Andy's wishes, his memory, and other patients?

Suzie & Joann explore what it takes to establish a foundation, what you can do if you can't establish your own, and grief. Joann shares insight on how Andy became a patient advocate as well as the various supports that were available to them then and others now.

Quotes

"We're learning, and so we make slow steps so we make good choices instead of jumping in and making mistakes."

"You're always not crying in front of people because you are worried about someone else and not yourself."

On grief and being "selfish"- "Grief comes in waves…some days gentle…sometimes drowning…it would not be "selfish" to use a life raft."

"Honor people, big and small…Grief is not one size fits all…Our stories help people heal…Don't stop talking about the person."

About Joann: Joann is a public school educator and a founding board member of the foundation.

Connect with The Andy Derr Foundation for Kidney Cancer Research on Facebook or their website http://www.andyderrfoundation.org. [email protected]

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What are purpose, passion, and vision? How are they related to burnout?

Suzie sheds some light on leaving behind a legacy. She provides insight on alignment and her experience with burnout protection (not prevention, not recovery). She also offers a tip to heal the world. Hint- heal yourself first.

Resource: I Will Not Die an Unlived Life by Dawna Markova

From Suzie: I'd like to express much appreciation and gratitude to all of my guests- past, present, and future. Thank you for being of service and having compassion!

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What is the relationship between transformational experiences and connection? How do shame, the comparison model, social media, and failure present as opportunities?

Suzie & Shankari explore how unraveling your passions and values can directly impact being service oriented. Shankari shares insight on the reality of parenting amidst "all the things" as well as influences from her own childhood. Listen in on how her Sewl Sister work is affecting our planet and supporting survivors of human trafficking. Plus, Suzie sneaks in how relationship meetings are affecting her marriage. Hint- Suzie's still married!

Quotes

"Leadership is not defined by getting a higher role in whatever profession it is. Leadership can be exactly where you are."

"As parents, we get to hold their naivety for them."

About Shankari: Shankari is a mother, a wife, a sewer, a business owner, and an experienced nurse. Connect with Shankari on Facebook (Sewl Sister or Shankari Patel Paradee) or on Instagram @hellosewlsister or @shankari_patel_paradee

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