In this episode, we're looking back at some of the most meaningful conversations we've had here on 52 Weeks of Hope!

Listen as author, retreat leader, and motivator Kristin Sparks empowers you to be your best self and gives you the lessons to help you live your best most aligned life right now!

If you're dealing with loss, you'll get to learn concrete tools after grief from Emily Thiroux Threatt, a grief transformation expert. Her supportive manner allows you to get back to a place of happiness and joyful existence.

Entrepreneur, influencer and business coach Melissa Hughes reveals how her faith fueled her journey to success, and shares the importance of hope, and how you can find your purpose even – and especially – in darkness.

Healer and teacher Chris Shelton shares how classical Chinese medicine changed his mind, his outlook, and his life – and how it could change yours, too.

Resources and Links 

52 Weeks of Hope

• https://www.52weeksofhope.com/

Are you feeling stuck in a cycle of starting and stopping, yearning for a life aligned with your true purpose? Do you find yourself surrounded by partially read self-help books? Have you accumulated a number of courses, some finished, some not? Do you ever feel a deep-seated urge to do something different and align closer with your true purpose?

“How many of us do this? We start with enthusiasm, ready to change our lives, and then life happens.” – (2:06), Lauren

In today's episode, Lauren dives into the art of making decisions that truly resonate with you. Explore how to tap into your inner strength, the transformative power of connecting with others, and the importance of being your authentic self.

“What I lacked was a commitment to applying what I learned to my own life.” – (3:36), Lauren.

You’ll learn how to overcome the cycle of partial progress as well as how to make meaningful changes. With practical tips for cultivating inner strength and embracing your authentic self, this episode promises to inspire and empower you on your path to personal growth and fulfillment. Tune in now to unlock the keys to living a more genuine and impactful life!

"When your mindset is focused on solutions and possibilities rather than the problem, the positive mindset transforms into opportunities and growth." – (10:56), Lauren

Whether you are seeking to break through the cycle of almost-there and create a life that resonates with your true purpose or looking for inspiration to build genuine connections and lead a fulfilling life, this episode is a must-listen!

“It really helps to stay true to your authentic self and connecting with others.” (16:20), Lauren

In this Episode:

• (1:37) – The most looked-up word of the year according to Webster’s.

Resources and Links 

52 Weeks of Hope

• https://www.52weeksofhope.com/

Are you burnt out? Tired? Ready for escape? Tune in to learn how you can stop yearning for someone else’s life, take a break, and reclaim your life!

PR and business expert Lisa Buyer shares her journey of self-discovery, emphasizing the importance of creating solitude and balance for personal growth. Learn about digital detox, the power of positive energy, and the pitfalls of multitasking. With insights on journaling, meditation, and the benefits of self-care, this episode offers you practical tools to reclaim happiness and avoid burnout. Join Lisa and Lauren on a path to self-compassion and well-being!

“If you’re going to switch gears, pivot, whatever you’re going to call it, you have to really take a step back and pause.” (Lisa), 2:07

“The universe was kind of like telling me I needed to take a step back. – (Lisa), 3:24

Lisa gives you the benefits of surrounding and spending time with the ones who give you joy, why vacations don’t have to be complicated, and the power of using “I am!”

“We’re our own creator and a lot of times we get caught up in everything around us is having an impact on our own creation and who we’re going to be.” – (Lisa), 25:23

Don't miss out on this inspiring episode filled with valuable lessons, expert insights, and a refreshing perspective on reclaiming happiness and balance in life. Embrace the journey to self-compassion and joy as Lisa and Lauren guide you through the transformative power of solitude, positive energy, and the essential practices of journaling and mindfulness.

In this episode

• (2:22) – The realizations that come if you pause.

Resources and Links 

52 Weeks of Hope

• https://www.52weeksofhope.com/

Lisa Buyer

• https://thebuyergroup.com/ddsvip

Have you ever wondered if there’s a “secret sauce” to confidence? If there’s something you can do to be more confident now? Well, there is! Listen as confidence guru Kimmy Seltzer gets you out of your head and into your body. 

Kimmy guides you in this episode to increase your style, emotional, and social intelligence, attract the right people, and show up as your most authentically confident self! You don't want to miss Kimmy’s Charisma Quotient formula, and her take on body language, vulnerability, and building authentic connections.

"I call it the dating costume. Everybody needs to get a good dating costume because it really will make a difference in how you enter the room, but also how you feel inside." - (Kimmy), 10:00

Tune in as Kimmy speaks about how the clothes you wear communicate multiple messages to those around you. Learn how Kimmy changed her life simply by trying on a red dress.

“You can be the best person in the world, but if you’re not marketing yourself, then love will pass you by.” (Kimmy), 14:38

Listen as we go deep into the concept of body language and how your body speaks louder than your face, the Three Second Rule, and the role of hair in the flirting process!  Get ready to feel empowered and ready to conquer the world (or at least your life) after listening to this episode!

“The only way to get over a fear is to lean into the discomfort. No one changes in a state of comfort.” (Kimmy), 33:29

In this episode:

• (2:36) – The Red Dress Moment. 

Resources and Links 

52 Weeks of Hope

• https://www.52weeksofhope.com/

Kimmy Seltzer

• https://www.kimmyseltzer.com/ 

Are you ready to live your most authentic life? Do you crave more freedom and time? Do you need space to gain clarity and create your dreams?  Tune in as Trevor Turnbull shares secrets for finding inspiration and the importance of nurturing self-care. Imagine if you fully trusted yourself. Learn the tools to fully engage in your power.

Listen as Trevor shares insights on how to break your cycle of chaos or burnout and focus on building the life you deserve. Discover how Trevor transformed his own life by stepping outside his comfort zone by learning how to go within, as well as having deep, honest, and meaningful conversations with the right mentors.  

“Turn my mess into my message.  When I first heard that, I thought, well, that’s interesting because I always thought my mess was just my mess, and I better bottle that stuff up, or people will think I’m flaky or a failure.” – (Trevor), 2:29

Trevor challenges you to step outside your comfort zone and fully embrace new experiences. Get ready to unleash your inner adventurer and embrace growth like never before! 

“Changing who you are doesn’t need to be hard. It’s actually quite simple, but it’s not easy because it requires you to change who you are and how you show up every day.” (Trevor), 15:30

If you're tired of feeling burnt out and are seeking hope, this episode is a must-listen. Join us as we dive deep into Trevor's powerful story and learn how you, too, can reignite your passion and live a life driven by purpose filled with joy.

"Step into the room that maybe makes you a little nervous, or where you're not even sure you're supposed to be there, and when you do, be fully there." (Trevor), 34:17

In this episode:

• (2:38) – Turning your mess into your message. 

Resources and Links 

52 Weeks of Hope

• https://www.52weeksofhope.com/

Trevor Turnbull

• https://www.trevorturnbull.com/

Are you tired of feeling overwhelmed and stuck in the endless cycle of responsibilities? Have you ever wondered if what you’re doing is what you were put here to do? In this empowering episode, host Lauren Abrams shares practical tools on how to stop the overwhelm, take a breath, and manifest your dreams. Learn how to make time for self-care, unleash your inner joy, and embrace the power of community. Discover the key to finding clarity, accessing your inner wisdom, and taking inspired action toward a life that lights you up. 

Hear this transformative journey and step into the life you dream of. Listen now and start manifesting your dreams today!

“I know what’s right for me and what fills me up, and how much downtime I need.” (Lauren), 5:40

Lauren opens up with practical tips, including breathing methods, manifestation tools, and how writing down the three most important things to do daily is a game-changer! You’re here to make a difference, and don’t have to wait any longer to align your purpose.

“You will feel better 100% of the time if you are in service to others in some way.” (Lauren), 6:45

Tune in as Lauren discusses the power of community, the importance of loving yourself, and the magic that happens when you shift your mindset. Take a break from the chaos and find that joy again.

“We all go through things in our life, and nobody is paying that much attention.” (Lauren), 8:44

In this episode

• (1:10) – Saying yes even when your head says no.

Resources and Links 

• https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauren-abrams-83b8b421/

Feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or stuck in a cycle of burnout? Are you ready to step off the hamster wheel, rediscover joy and fulfillment in your life, and break negative patterns for your personal growth? 

Listen as Joe Fier gives you secrets to finding balance, harmony, and true happiness in life’s chaos. Get inspired as Joe shares his fascinating journey of self-discovery and the remarkable lessons he learned. Joe offers strategies to build the kind of life you deserve, the importance of surrounding yourself with the right people, and how pausing can get you on the right track. 

“Find like-minded people that you can speak freely to and with, and also hold you accountable.” – (Joe), 8:06

”I feel like now I would almost define happiness as that, like knowing I’m putting my best expression and effort out there, and at the same time, I’m taking time for myself to be grounded enough to chill out a little bit.” – (Joe), 4:09

“You have to value your time, and you have to value your energy.” – (Joe), 11:33

“The work, it’s got to start with you, and then from there, I feel like everything else falls into place.” – (Joe), 14:33

If you want to stop wishing for someone else’s life, first uncover your desires, understand your past patterns, and then take intentional actions toward creating the life you truly want. 

Joe takes you through the importance of self-reflection, forgiveness, and breaking negative patterns that may hold you back. By addressing unresolved past experiences, practicing self-awareness, and embracing your unique journey, you can begin to align with your personal desires and find true happiness. It’s never too late to start living your life authentically.

“Things open up once you realize what you have been neglecting.” – (Joe), 18:14

”I’m very clear that there’s a time thing, you know. You can value your time, and you can value your energy. And, there’s a type of energy you’re putting out into the world, and if it’s not good energy, . . . , it’s probably not gonna be received well by anyone around you.”  – (Joe), 11:03

“When you step away from things, that’s when things can come together, and the right things attach.” – (Joe), 34:41

In this episode

• (3:08) – How your actions affect your happiness, and happiness is a choice.

Resources and Links 

52 Weeks of Hope

• https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauren-abrams-83b8b421/

Joe Fier

• www.hustleandflowchart.com/accelerator

Do you ever feel like escaping? Do you wish for relief? A mental health break? That’s how you know you’re in the overwhelm. Listen and learn easy tools for recovering from those days and moments. Feel instant relief and rejuvenation after using these soothing, easy techniques.

Join Lauren today as she offers you insights into overcoming the overwhelm. Hear powerful tips that are simple to apply and incredible life enhancers. Learn about the powerful impact of instant self-compassion techniques, such as placing your hand on your heart, providing you grace and calm in moments of overwhelm.

“When you’re in the overwhelm, you don’t need another master class; the thing to do is to stop.”-  (Lauren), 4:00

”And where are your feet right now? When you’re in the overwhelm, to stay right now in the present moment; it really helps.” - (Lauren), 6:18

In this episode, Lauren shares valuable insights and practical tips to help you overcome overwhelming situations and still embrace life. Discover how you can recognize the signs of overwhelm and how you can break free from it. Lauren guides you in techniques like deep breathing, taking moments to pause, and task delegation to make your life more fulfilling.

”It’s amazing what just a few deep breaths can do.” – (Lauren), 4:39

Listen in to learn the importance of taking time for yourself, walking through fears to boost self-esteem, and how reaching out to others can enhance your own well-being. You get to experience the shift in your ability to navigate life’s challenges and reclaim your joy. Don’t miss this opportunity to discover how simple life hacks can transform your state from overwhelmed to total relief.

“When you want to take a vacation from your life, it’s okay.” (Lauren), 6:52

“Don’t surround yourself with people who are going to just be bringing you down.” (Lauren), 11:24

”Give yourself the grace you need just to take a few days if that’s what you need, or just take a look at what’s going on and see how much of it’s real, and see if you’re aligned with what in who you really want to be and what you want to be doing.” - (Lauren), 14:08

In this episode:

• (4:16) – How to slow down in the overwhelm. 

Resources and Links

52 Weeks of Hope

• https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauren-abrams-83b8b421/

Do you ever feel like life calls you to slow down? Are you tired of thinking you have to control everything? Or be the best? Are you ready to let go (or is life forcing you to)? If this sounds like you, you’ll love listening to Heather Fier as she teaches self-care and self-compassion tips for overachievers. You’ll get tools to overcome the overwhelm and exhaustion.

“Learning to let go was not overnight; it took a while.” – (Heather), 3:42

“It’s really you’re just torturing yourself. That’s what I realized is my desire to control outcomes was just making things more difficult for me.” (Heather), 9:14

In this episode, entrepreneur, mother, author, and infertility warrior Heather Fier provides you with strategies learned through firsthand experiences on how to surrender control. How to listen to your body when it speaks, and how to embrace life as it unfolds. Listen as Heather encourages you to trust fresh ways of thinking that can open the doors of success by learning to trust that everything has its unique timing. 

“The biggest shift was moving my body every day and listening intuitively to what that movement should be.” (Heather), 4:50

Letting go is your superpower. It allows you to pause, and Heather shows you how to find meaning in difficult situations as well as how to be present in the moment, find balance, and even get to laugh!

“Sometimes, being the parent of a young, strong leader is not easy.” (Heather), 13:59

“I think the biggest relief is not having to toggle between work and being a mom so much. I think that’s something that we underestimate the stress it causes us to switch our brain between these two roles.” – (Heather), 22:16

In this episode:

• (4:02) – Learn how to let go. 

Resources and Links 

52 Weeks of Hope

• https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauren-abrams-83b8b421/

Heather Fier

• https://www.wolferandco.com/about-us/

Do you want to know the secret to making the best decisions? Are you sometimes scared to trust your inner knowing? Are you ready to find out when to act on your decision? 

Join Lauren as she gives you powerful tips on how to make decisions and move your life forward. Learn powerful methods to help you create and act on the right decisions!

“Answers emerge in the pause, taking that breath, putting your hand on your heart. And breathe.” – (Lauren) 5:24.

In this episode, you’ll learn the importance of pausing, listening to your inner self, and ignoring the outside voices. Lauren offers simple tools helping you make the best decisions for you and, more importantly, how to act on them once they’ve been made. The answers lie within, and fear often keeps you from finding them. You have to name them to claim them; when you do, they’ll magically disappear!

“I also never discuss a situation or make a decision without sleeping on it.” (Lauren), 6:38.

Overcoming Fear: "Is fear stopping you from making a decision? Is there some kind of fear? [...] Because if fear keeps you from taking action, Then name it because you name it to claim it. And naming and claiming the fear takes the power away."  – (Lauren), 10:27.

Listen and learn why you should never make an important decision without first sleeping on it, why hand journaling works best, and why staying aligned with what you feel is right for you is a must! Don’t skip this chance to gain practical tools to help you become a strong decision-maker and begin living a richer, more fulfilled life! It’ll only take a few minutes, but those few minutes will be some of the most powerful you’ve ever experienced, and you’re sure to revisit these tools again and again!

“If it’s hysterical, it’s historical; Look for some underlying root causes . . . ” – (Lauren), 7:42.

“Silence and presence, that’s how you access your clarity and openness.” (Lauren), 9:30.

"If it's coming from a place of love and service, and it fills you with joy, and when you think about doing it, it just feels right, That's the right answer for you. That is the easiest way to come to the right decision.”  – (Lauren), 13:45.

“Don’t just sit on it; take action.” – (Lauren), 16:30.

In This Episode: 

• (3:03) – Trusting your inner knowing. 

Resources and Links 

52 Weeks of Hope

• https://www.linkedin.com/in/lauren-abrams-83b8b421/