Life Shift™ | Pivotal Moments & Life Change

In this episode of The Life Shift Podcast, guest Olivia Dreizen Howell shares her personal story of going through a divorce as a single mother with two young children.

"I really knew my kids deserved a life that didn't include walking on eggshells all the time. And they deserved a mother that could show up for them. I mean, Matt, I have letters I wrote to my sons apologizing for the things I had to do to survive at that time. You know, and I was so scared that something would happen to me, and they wouldn't know that I believed in them, or that I thought that they were okay to be themselves, or that they could be whoever they wanted to be.” 

She recounts how she met her ex-husband and how their relationship quickly progressed, leading to them moving in together and getting married. As the relationship evolved, she felt exhausted trying to be the person her ex-husband wanted her to be, and her eating issues were used against her in the relationship.

Olivia describes the pivotal moment when she realized her marriage was over and felt a sense of freedom when her ex-husband said he wanted a divorce. She talks about staying in the marital residence with her children and cleaning out everything that reminded her of her marriage. Olivia also shares her idea for a registry for people going through challenging moments like divorce where they could receive items they need when everything feels like it's crumbling around them.

Olivia Dreizen Howell is the co-founder and CEO of Fresh Starts Registry, the first and only platform for everything you need to begin again, including divorce or breakup, moving, career changes, stepping into your truth, or starting again after grief.

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Topics: divorce, single mother, Fresh Starts Registry, Olivia Dreizen Howell, podcast, The Life Shift, personal growth, healing, overcoming adversity.

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Newton Cheng, Director of Health and Performance at Google, world champion competitive powerlifter, and father, shares his story of growing up in a traditional Asian American family and feeling the pressure to achieve success by checking all the boxes. He talks about how this pressure led him to pivot from a career in engineering to a career in health and wellbeing.

"I'm not sure what happened, but in the moment, I started to cry, and I could feel like the tears just start welling up in my eyes, and I said, right now I'm struggling because the number of days that I'm proud of how I'm showing up as a father is going down and I don't know how to turn that around." - Newton Cheng

Newton was conditioned to believe that success was all about checking boxes, as his parents had a clause in their will that said he wouldn't receive his portion of the inheritance unless he graduated college. To Newton and his family, education was the key to a successful life, and he made sure he ticked all the boxes, got good grades, and achieved all his academic goals. However, as the pandemic hit and the world shut down, Newton found himself struggling to keep up with work demands while trying to be a present father to his two daughters.

In a vulnerable moment during a work meeting, Newton broke down in tears and shared his struggle with feeling like he was failing as a father. This moment of vulnerability led to a deeper understanding of himself and his priorities. Newton realized that he needed to be more open with his colleagues and family about his struggles to maintain a balance between his work and personal life.

Newton Cheng is a husband and father, competitive powerlifter, and Director of Health and Performance at Google. He has spent his career at Google developing, launching, and scaling global programs aimed at helping Googlers to thrive. He oversees a global portfolio of Google's physical and digital health and wellbeing amenities and explores how Google can leverage spaces, services, community, culture, and technology to support the physical, mental, social, and spiritual health of Googlers, their families, and neighbors.

Newton's journey of self-discovery and self-care is a reminder that we all need to prioritize our mental and emotional health to achieve true success in life. Newton's story is one of courage, vulnerability, and the power of change.

Connect with Newton Cheng on Instagram and LinkedIn.

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1. Vulnerability

2. Emotional depth

3. Powerlifter

4. Mental health

5. Personal growth

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I wanted to share this clip from Pamela Topjian's bonus episode recording for the Patreon members. In these recordings, I reconnect with past guests to discuss their experience on The Life Shift Podcast, share their stories, and allow them to share any updates since their episode aired.

In this clip, we talk about the value of sharing stories to create connections and understanding. The full bonus episode with Pamela is available on the Patreon feed. Please consider supporting the show with the link below.

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Jenny Dreizen shares her personal story of wanting to get married and start a family with her partner but struggling to get him to commit. She reflects on her own worthiness and the societal pressure to follow a certain path in life. In this episode of The Life Shift Podcast, Jenny talks about the intimacy of podcasting and how it allows for connections to be formed through deep conversations. She shares her experience of bonding with hosts and guests of A Fresh Story and how it feels like becoming part of a community. Listeners can relate to the feeling of forming connections with those they listen to and how these conversations can feel intimate and eye-opening.

"I was starved of love and affection. And I felt like if I could just get him to admit, to propose to me, I would get the dopamine hit of, oh yes, he does love me." - Jenny Dreizen

The conversation with Jenny also touches on the importance of being true to oneself and making choices that align with personal values and desires. It is a reminder that societal norms and expectations should not dictate our personal lives and that we should strive to live authentic lives that reflect our true selves. By doing so, we can find happiness and fulfillment, even if our lives don't follow a predetermined path.

Jenny's personal struggle to get her partner to commit to marriage and starting a family is also discussed, highlighting the impact of societal expectations on personal decisions and relationships. The feeling of unworthiness tied to external factors, such as societal norms and expectations, is explored.

Genevieve “Jenny” Dreizen is the co-founder and COO of Fresh Starts Registry, a platform designed to help people begin again after any big life transition. Jenny is passionate about creating usable, efficient, and beautiful systems to run Fresh Starts and to maintain their team of experts, support specialists, and freshies.

Listeners can connect with Jenny on Instagram at @genevievedreizen and @freshstartsregistry.

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1. The Illusion of Love

2. Seeking Validation in a Relationship

3. Jenny Dreizen

4. Human Experience

5. Relationship Stories

6. Seeking Validation and Acceptance

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As a special treat to The Life Shift Podcast listeners, I wanted to share the trailer of a show that I think fits in the space that we try to talk about on The Life Shift. This show is called "Drinking with Gin" and is hosted by Ginny Priem (future guest of The Life Shift). However, I do want to note some trigger warnings as this show sometimes talks about difficult topics, so it may not be suitable for all ears.

As our shows have similar messages, if you like The Life Shift podcast, you might like Drinking with Gin.

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More information about Ginny Priem and her show, Drinking with Gin:

Ginny Priem has an extensive background, including experience as a Master Certified Professional Life Coach and #1 best-selling author, and a corporate career spanning over 20 years, focusing on leadership and emotional intelligence. She hosts the popular Drinking with Gin podcast and has over 15 years of speaking experience. In her #1 best-selling book, You're My Favorite. She shares the true story of her own personal traumatic end of a romantic relationship with a shocking twist, as the man she thought was living in her house was not the man she thought he was. This jarring experience sent her on her path of healing and growing.

In discovering her path forward, she created GINpath, which is the path that she developed, tested, and implemented to help others in growing through adversity. We all face tough times and have that one story that we may not think is big enough to share or manage, but it's what we do with these stories that really matters. Ginny's keynotes inspire audiences to take the next step on their own path.

Connect with Ginny:

Website: www.ginnypriem.com

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ginnypriem/

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LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ginny-priem-8a87248/

You're My Favorite Book: https://a.co/d/0Yxnct4

Drinking With Gin Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/0UVRo0EOi8bk4Omtb6qWHJ?si=9859940403dc425

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Michelle Glogovac, a podcasting expert, award-winning publicist, and author of Podcast Guesting Made Simple, shares her experience of a life-changing medical emergency that occurred only a week after her 41st birthday.

"Well, the ER doctor said to me she goes, "if you had waited until that Friday to see your regular doctor, you would have died."

After experiencing severe back pain, Michelle was rushed to the ER, where she was diagnosed with blood clots in her lungs and inferior vena cava. A thrombectomy saved her life, but she had to advocate for herself and ensure that the proper preventive measures were taken during the procedure. Michelle emphasizes the importance of being one's own healthcare advocate and seeking out the best care possible.

Through her experience, Michelle also highlights the importance of empathy and sharing one's personal struggles. She talks about the societal pressure to always present oneself as perfect and how it can prevent people from sharing their struggles. Michelle encourages listeners to be vulnerable and share their trauma, as it can help others understand and empathize with their struggles.

The episode covers a range of topics, from the power of podcasts to the importance of being one's own healthcare advocate and the importance of empathy and vulnerability. Michelle's personal experience serves as a reminder always to prioritize one's health and to seek out the best care possible.

To learn more about Michelle and her work, listeners can visit her website, follow her on Instagram and Facebook, and listen to her podcast, My Simplified Life.

Overall, this episode offers a powerful reminder of the importance of self-advocacy, empathy, and vulnerability. Michelle's story is an inspiration to all of us to take charge of our health and share our struggles with others.

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/michelleglogovac/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheMLGCollective/

My Simplified Life Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/my-simplified-life/id1479782634

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Podcasting industry, Health scare, Misdiagnosis, Self-care, Collaboration

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Trigger warning - this episode discusses suicide (w/o details). Please take care while listening.

Suzanne Anderson shares her journey of self-discovery and the traumatic event that changed the trajectory of her life. She discusses finding true love with her husband, David, and the magical life they built together. However, everything changed when David died by suicide just two days before his niece's wedding and five days before Suzanne was set to launch her new program.

“I had a friend who does the shamanic rattles if you've ever heard of these intense rattling. And she rattled, rattled. And when it hit the peak moment, I took this vessel and just smashed it on the stone hearth. And it went into just a bajillion pieces. And the whole room went, kuch! And my body did. It was like the message to my body, and I think others felt this too, that there would be no putting back together this thing.”

Suzanne opens up about the shock and trauma of losing her partner and having to quickly sell their multimillion-dollar estate to pay off David's debts. Despite the pain and loss, Suzanne shares how this experience has taught her important lessons about trust and resilience. Overall, this conversation is a powerful reminder of the strength of the human spirit and the importance of finding home and belonging in a world that can be unpredictable.

Suzanne Anderson, MA, founded The Mysterial Woman, a psychologist, author, coach, leadership consultant, and transformational teacher. Her pioneering work in guiding women to awaken their full Feminine and Masculine strengths combines insights and practices from ancient wisdom, depth psychology, and modern neuroscience. She has dedicated the past thirty years to decoding an embodied, integral, and accelerated archetypal pathway to unlock the next level of our innate potential. Combining her graduate studies in women’s developmental psychology with her decades as a leadership consultant, Suzanne wisely guides women to awaken to the next level of consciousness and leadership capacity, making the changes in themselves they want to shape in the world. She facilitates global online programs, workshops, and retreats. She is the author of You Make Your Path by Walking: A Transformational Field Guide Through Trauma and Loss and is the co-author of the triple award-winning book The Way of the Mysterial Woman: Upgrading How You Live, Love, and Lead. Originally from Canada, Suzanne now lives in Seattle, WA.

https://mysterialwoman.com/

Keywords: Life Shift Podcast, Suzanne Anderson, self-discovery, traumatic event, women's development, full potential, love, suicide, debt, trust, resilience.

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Healing journey after loss

Coping with loss and trauma

Life transformation and growth

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I wanted to share this clip from Diane Diaz's bonus episode recording for the Patreon members. In these recordings, I reconnect with past guests to discuss their experience on The Life Shift Podcast, share their stories, and allow them to share any updates since their episode aired.

In this clip, we talk about the value of sharing stories to create connections and understanding. The full bonus episode with Diane is available on the Patreon feed. Please consider supporting the show with the link below.

Diane Diaz's Full Episode (#20) can be found here: https://www.thelifeshiftpodcast.com/triggered-by-two-words-leaving-a-toxic-relationship-diane-diaz/

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This bonus episode recaps the final statements from episodes 33-60, where guests reflect on what they would say to themselves before their life shift moment and offer advice to those going through similar experiences. These conversations are raw, personal, and deeply inspiring.

In this episode, guests share advice such as not worrying about the big picture, focusing on what's in your control, and seeking a coach for guidance. They also emphasize the importance of self-love, taking risks, and embracing life's messiness. Many guests reflect on how their past experiences have shaped them into who they are today and encourage others to keep growing and learning.

Here are some highlights from the recap:

These conversations remind us that life is full of unexpected twists and turns, but with self-love, resilience, and a willingness to take risks, we can overcome our challenges and thrive. Please tune in to the Life Shift Podcast for candid conversations about the pivotal moments that shape our lives.

Guest Appearances in order:

Robin Hofmann - Episode 36

Brian Acord - Episode 56

Sarah Blankenship - Episode 40

Angela Irwin - Episode 54

Jackie Scully - Episode 39

Liam Heffernan - Episode 43

Ryan Gottfredson - Episode 52

Matt LeBris - Episode 58

Rebecca Lerch - Episode 35

Claudia Noriega-Bernstein - Episode 44

Grant Baldwin - Episode 49

Danielle McCombs - Episode 42

Daniel Rinaldi - Episode 55

Josh Painter - Episode 47

Matt Drinkhahn - Episode 46

Marisa Eikenberry - Episode 37

Pamela Topjian - Episode 48

Beth Booker - Episode 59

Wayne Partello - Episode 41

Lorraine Connell - Episode 45

John Kelley - Episode 50

Mathilde Bernard Funderburk - Episode 33

Ryan Berman - Episode 60

Bernie Borges - Episode 51

Adam Coelho - Episode 53

Wiley Davis - Episode 57

Tory Campbell - Episode 34

Cristina Marcello - Episode 38

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Robert Peterpaul, host of the "The Art of Kindness" podcast, shares his inspiring story of resilience and the power of kindness.

“I remember the moment that really started to shift things was waking up that morning to go to school. When my brother said, my stomach hurts, I don't feel well, I don't feel well. I immediately thought he was faking it. I thought he was just trying to get out of class because, listen, I've hid in the basement, I've hid in closets, I've hid under the tables to not go to school. That was us. And then he kept up with it. And I still was kind of like, huh. I think my parents, too, at first maybe thought that. And then... they finally relented and said, okay, we'll take you to the doctor. And he was just in so much pain. And so I went off to school, kind of probably forgot about it. I was like, maybe jealous he was staying home, to be honest. And then when I came out of school, my parents weren't there to pick me up.”

When Robert was 10 years old, his brother passed away from cancer. He emphasizes the need to be there for others and lead with kindness, understanding that everyone is going through their own struggles. His personal experience with loss and grief has taught him the power of authenticity and vulnerability and the importance of finding joy and positivity in the face of tragedy.

Robert is an award-winning actor, writer, and celebrity interviewer with a passion for storytelling and spreading kindness. Some recent highlights include CBS' BULL, Netflix's KING COBRA, SONY's WHAT HAPPENED LAST NIGHT, and NEWSIES at the Westport Country Playhouse. He will next appear in the upcoming Amazon feature film SITTING IN BARS WITH CAKE.

Robert and his family formed the nonprofit THE THOMAS PETERPAUL FOUNDATION in honor of his late brother. TPF has helped pediatric cancer patients and their families since its inception. Robert notably teamed up with Novartis and spoke before Congress at the US Capitol on behalf of TPF to get the CAR T Cell Therapy approved. He also works for the nonprofit WOMEN IN ENTERTAINMENT, which assists women both working in and aspiring to work in the entertainment industry.

"The Art of Kindness with Robert Peterpaul” celebrates artists who use their platform to make the world a happier place - giving kindness tips, self-care advice, & funny stories from the brightest stars in the business.

More: robertpeterpaul.com

IG: https://www.instagram.com/robpeterpaul

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The Art of Kindness Podcast: Bpn.fm/TheArtOfKindness

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Art of Kindness, Tragedy, Robert Peterpaul, Grief, Cancer

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