Morning with Madi

In this episode, I sit down with my triplet brother, Ian, for a conversation we recorded back in early February. We begin this episode by talking about some of our favorite memories together, and then shift into a conversation about abundance and scarcity.

We explore how these perspectives impact the way we see our current lives, our time, resources, and opportunities. I hope something in this conversation resonates with you.

Referenced in this episode:

• How to Develop an Abundance Mindset – Maxwell Leadership Podcast
• Abundance: The Inner Path to Wealth by Deepak Chopra

Timestamps coming soon. Thank you for listening :)

In this episode of Morning with Madi, I sit down with Troy Farkas—an author, public speaker, and podcaster who has been sharing meaningful stories about the people, businesses, and newsmakers of the Seacoast through his podcast, Seacoast Stories. In our conversation, we talk about how Seacoast Stories came to be, what fuels Troy’s creativity, and what’s next for his podcasting journey. In the time I’ve known Troy, I’ve noticed his incredible ability to make others feel welcome—he truly knows how to build community, and his work reflects that. We also discuss his experience with type 1 diabetes and reflect on his 20s, a topic he explores in his book, Surrender: A Guide to Living Your Best Life in Your Twenties.

• (00:00) intro

• (1:17) reflecting on week, moments of joy

• (5:00) how Seacoast Stories came to be, live show, & favorite moments

• (12:40) what community means to Troy

• (14:00) why Troy chose to settle in the seacoast

• (18:40) embracing uncomfortable situations

• (22:55) creativity

• (26:50) becoming an author, time at ESPN, reflecting on 20’s
• (33:50) Troy's experience with type 1 diabetes
• (37:45) intentionality and what’s coming next

Resources:

• Listen on Spotify @Seacoast Stories
• Follow on IG: @Troy_Farkas⁠ @SeacoastStories
• Check out Troy’s book Surrender: A Guide to Living Your Best Life in Your Twenties

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Welcome to Morning with Madi. In this episode, I sit down with Jasmine Bell, founder of the Women’s Monthly Brunch and Not Singular. We dive into her journey creating the Women’s Monthly Brunch, a supportive space where all women are welcome to connect, share, and uplift each other. Jasmine also shares her hopes for expanding the brunches and how Not Singular serves as a broader community group where you can stay updated on similar events that bring people together.

(2:45) what is Women's Monthly Brunch?

(7:39) fostering community

(17:30) the structure of a brunch

(24:15) the future of brunches & Not Singular

(33:40) going into the new yearFollow for updates on future events:Women’s Monthly Brunch – IG: @wmb_womensmonthlybrunchNot Singular – IG: @notsingular

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In this conversation, I am joined by Cayce Jones. Cayce and I first met about two years ago when I started working in the same office at the university and I’m so blessed to call him a close friend and confidant in addition to a valuable colleague. In our conversation, we discuss the impact of exuding positive energy, fostering strong relationships, critical habits, and spirituality. We also discuss our favorite takeaways from the book, “The Four Agreements.”

Breakdown:

• Positive energy and it's impact
• Discernment of when to not take things personally
• Recharging when energy is depleted
• Behaviors that encourage strong and meaningful relationships
• Communication and intentionality
• Habits that have proven most beneficial
• Incorporating spirituality in everyday life
• Understanding of spirituality and its impact
• Key takeaways from "The Four Agreements"

Resources:

• The Four Agreements: A Practical Guide to Personal Freedom (A Toltec Wisdom Book

• The Gaia Network

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Hi everyone. I am very excited for you all to meet Charlie Graffius. Charlie and I met when we were both in undergrad via a class at Colby-Sawyer College. We reconnected when I discovered his podcast, the Movement Fluidity Podcast. The Movement Fluidity Podcast aims to share stories and research related to movement disorders, with a focus on cerebral palsy. The podcast serves as a platform to inspire and educate others.

In our conversation, Charlie shares about his experiences with cerebral palsy. He also shares his motivations to positively impact others through work and research in kinesiology, exercise science, and movement disorders. He is currently pursuing graduate studies in Motor Learning and Motor Control at Teachers College, Columbia University. 

Takeaways

- Cerebral palsy is a neurological condition that affects movement and posture. It is caused by a lack of oxygen to the developing brain, resulting in impaired motor function.

- At the Center for Cerebral Palsy Research, Charlie assisted individuals in improving strength, posture, and motor skills through research and intervention, along with hand-arm bimanual training (HABIT).

- Fascia is a connective tissue that surrounds muscles, organs, and other structures in the body. There is discussion that the fascial system stores emotional experiences and traumas which can produce tension and pain.

Chapters

(00:00) Introduction and catching up

(05:36) Starting the Movement Fluidity Podcast

(13:39) Understanding cerebral palsy

(22:20) Transitioning to graduate school and research

(31:00) Volunteer work at the Center for Cerebral Palsy Research

(39.30) Facing fear and embracing new opportunities

(43:50) Looking forward and resources

Resources

The Movement Fluidity Podcast

• Listen on Spotify
• Listen on Apple Podcasts
• IG: charlie.graffius
• The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma.
• One More Step: My Story of Living with Cerebral Palsy, Climbing Kilimanjaro, and Surviving the Hardest Race on Earth.
• Project Possible: projectpossible.org

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Today on the show, we have my friend Danielle! In our conversation, Danielle tells us a little bit about herself, her priorities, and creative outlets. Danielle shares about her interests in journalism, writing, and radio. We all can learn from her self-care practices.

Summary

In this conversation, join me in reflecting on the concept of courage. The Oxford Dictionary defines courage as "the ability to do something that frightens someone." The second definition it provides is "strength in the face of pain or grief." Merriam-Webster defines courage as a "mental or moral strength to venture, persevere, and withstand danger, fear, or difficulty." 

I would like to emphasize the importance of recognizing everyday acts of courage. I reflect on the relationship between fear and courage and share my own experiences of feeling insecure and shrinking myself. By understanding the concept of our “Shadows,” we can learn to accept and love all parts of ourselves which can help us overcome fear. I share the story of Mary, which taught me the importance of authenticity and being the friend others need. I conclude by discussing the practice of courage and the impact of curiosity and gratitude in daily life.

Takeaways

• Courage can be found in everyday actions, such as getting out of bed, initiating conversations, setting boundaries, and asking for help.
• Fear is often linked to insecurities and the perception of our own weaknesses, but accepting and loving all parts of ourselves can help us overcome fear.
• Authenticity and being the friend others need are powerful ways to break through the barriers of fear.
• Practicing courage is like building a muscle - it requires consistency, discipline, and patience.

Chapters

(00:00) Introduction and definition of courage

(01:28) Examples of courage in everyday life

(02:27) The relationship between fear and courage

(03:26) The concept of the shadow and overcoming insecurities

(08:11) The impact of Mary's story

(13:11) Lessons learned from Mary's story

(14:38) Practicing courage and overcoming Fear

(17:03) Gratitude and small joys

Resources

Stutz, P. (2023). How to bond with your shadow. The Tools 2023. https://www.thetoolsbook.com/blog/how-to-bond-with-your-shadow

Visceral Gravitas. (2023, Jan 6). Phil Stutz everybody has a shadow - the part of themselves they’re ashamed of [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D8TCTbMcYZE

Netflix. (2022, October 24). A film by Jonah Hill “Stutz” | official trailer | Netflix [Video]. YouTube. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UKCmefQdplI

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As I reflect on the moments of this past week, I invite you to do the same. I’d love to think about how we can incorporate intentional moments in the week ahead.00:00 Intro, reflecting on the past week, the ability to communicate to others when see beauty03:00 Impact of our words, four agreements - being impeccable with your word04:30 Calling in times where we felt truly tuned in / gratitude07:49 Moving forward with intention

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