In this episode, we talk to Jennifer Martinez. She describes herself as intentional, courageous and reflective. Jennifer lives in the United States. 

Jennifer tells us about sitting on a comma with finding direction in life. When a corporate job came to an end, she faced the reality that this was part of a larger picture. In order to move forward with what she ultimately wanted for herself, Jennifer needed to face her traumas and embark on her healing journey. Over a period of years, Jennifer learned many tools to help her reframe her story and come to finally see herself in a bold new way. Tune in to hear what Jennifer means when she says “I’ve just been living, I’m always improvising”. 

You can find Jennifer on:

• Substack:  @holisticlifemethods  https://substack.com/@holisticlifemethods 

• Instagram:  @holisticlifemethods 

• Linkedin:  www.linkedin.com/in/jennifermartinez06  

Jennifer would like to acknowledge the following individuals, organizations and/or causes that matter to her and invite you to consider supporting them and/or sharing their messages:

My grandmother, I owe a lot of who I am to her

My son Joseph, my north star

Vitas Healthcare  https://www.vitas.com  Redefining Hospice Care. Since 1978, VITAS has empowered patients and families as they navigate end-of-life care decisions.

Kadampa Meditation Center  https://meditationinmiami.org  Kadampa Meditation Center Miami provides a peaceful and relaxed environment where people can discover the benefits of meditation and modern Buddhist practice.

Organizations who support suicide awareness, because I have been personally affected

#healingjourney #beingcourageous #improvising #darknessisadrug #intervening #takingactionforward #Ivejustbeenliving #startmyownbusiness #EMDR #awholenewworld #offthecommapodcast #offthecomma

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Do you have a story to tell about being on your own comma? If so, come JOIN US on the podcast! Message me if you’re interested in being a guest! https://offthecomma.com/podcast/ 

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While we grow this podcast, you can learn more about me at www.offthecomma.com. All of my social media links, organizations I support and other ways to reach me can be found on my website: https://offthecomma.com/mylinks/ 

Until next episode, keep noticing and keep listening!

In this episode, we talk to Allyssya Gossett. She is curious, non-judgmental and compassionate. Allyssya lives in the United States. 

Allyssya tells us about sitting on a comma from living a life directed by the advice of other people. Growing up as a highly sensitive person, she became a woman who was driven to please others. Her choices and actions eventually brought her out of alignment and created mental health issues that froze her for 6 years. With the help of others, discovering how to choose between listening to intuition and taking brave action, Allyssya grew herself into a very different life. Tune in to hear what Allyssya means when she says “start with the smallest challenging thing”. 

You can find Allyssya on:

• Podcast:  https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sensitive-self-assured-confidence-set-boundaries-self/id1801504421

• Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/lifecoach_allyssya/profilecard/?igsh=MThwbHV0emVyYnlpcQ==  

• Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/lifecoachallyssya 

Allyssya would like to acknowledge the following individuals, organizations and/or causes that matter to her and invite you to consider supporting them and/or sharing their messages:

My coach, Sara Fisk  https://www.sarafisk.coach/

Diane McDowell, who helped me change my habits of people pleasing  https://www.powerfulquestionscoaching.com/

#mentalhealthdisability #frozenfrommotion #painandsuffering #notagoodfit #listeningtobadadvice #followingintuition #willingtodisappointothers #learntosayno #chooseanewpath #partswork #peoplepleaser #thankalltheparts #talkinthemirror #freedomtoquestion #OfftheCommapodcast #offthecomma 

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Do you have a story to tell about being on your own comma? If so, come JOIN US on the podcast! Message me if you’re interested in being a guest! https://offthecomma.com/podcast/ 

Are you sitting on a comma in your life? Work one on one with me to unpack what’s holding you back. Contact me to explore your possibilities! https://calendly.com/paulbriley/i-want-to-get-off-my-comma 

While we grow this podcast, you can learn more about me at www.offthecomma.com. All of my social media links, organizations I support and other ways to reach me can be found on my website: https://offthecomma.com/mylinks/ 

Until next episode, keep noticing and keep listening!

In this episode, we talk to Jennifer Schlueter. She is a dancer and traveler who wants to leave a mark on others. Jennifer lives in South Africa. 

Jennifer tells us about sitting on a comma with an unfulfilling job and a life change. After feeling limited by the changes in her career and roles, Jennifer began seeking thrills and excitement in bad decisions and choices. As her sense of unease grew, she followed a friend’s referral to a hypnotherapist, where everything changed overnight. Within days she had charted a new path, new plans and began a journey that led her to a new career and experiences around the world. Tune in to hear what Jennifer means when she says “I was complaining at a high level”. 

You can find Jennifer on:

• Website:  mindyoursubconscious.com 

• Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/jennifer.kruger.35/  

• Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/dr.jenniferschlueter/  

• TikTok:  tiktok.com/@hypnojenny

• Youtube:  http://youtube.com/jenniferschlueter89 

Jennifer would like to acknowledge the following individuals, organizations and/or causes that matter to her and invite you to consider supporting them and/or sharing their messages:

My friend Bebe, who opened up the world to me

My best friend Sabrina  https://www.instagram.com/c0releadership/   

My other best friend Sarah  https://www.instagram.com/iamsarahcurrle   

#walkingaway #hypnotherapy #whynotthewholeworld #baddecisions #decisionmadeovernight #certainty #fulfillmentandsatisfaction #worldtravels #innerchildwork #leaveamark #senseofhome #OfftheCommapodcast #offthecomma 

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Come Alive.

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Do you have a story to tell about being on your own comma? If so, come JOIN US on the podcast! Message me if you’re interested in being a guest! https://offthecomma.com/podcast/ 

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While we grow this podcast, you can learn more about me at www.offthecomma.com. All of my social media links, organizations I support and other ways to reach me can be found on my website: https://offthecomma.com/mylinks/ 

Until next episode, keep noticing and keep listening!

In this episode, we talk to Theresa Smith. She is creative, funny and a mover & shaker. Theresa lives in the United States. 

Theresa tells us about sitting on a comma after a violent attack left her with a brain injury that affected her ability to do her work. As she recovered, her curiosity sent her searching to understand more about the brain and mind. What Theresa learned along the way set her on a path of both letting go to old expectations and having access to new ways to have what she wants for herself. Theresa found herself in a flow state and able to navigate all of life’s events and chosen directions. Tune in to hear what Theresa means when she says “you have to have resistance”. 

You can find Theresa on:

• Website:  www.thesuccesszones.com 

• Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/drtheresasmith/ 

• Linkedin:  www.linkedin.com/in/transformationdc 

• Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/transformationdc 

• Threads:  https://www.threads.com/@drtheresasmith 

• Substack:  https://substack.com/@drtheresasmith?  

Theresa would like to acknowledge the following individuals, organizations and/or causes that matter to her and invite you to consider supporting them and/or sharing their messages:

Cheryl Meyer, It Feels Good to Feel Good  www.cherylmhealthmuse.com

Anthony Rodriguez, Evolution: Pathway to Embodiment  www.sacreddrummedicine.com

#dis-ease #placeofpeace #applyingmeaning #keeplearning #theeventistheprompt #wentsearching #breathewalkscream #predominantcreativeforce #egoandothervoices #secondaryintentions #theyneedtheirsickness #OfftheCommapodcast #offthecomma 

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Come Alive.

Do you have a story to tell about being on your own comma? If so, come JOIN US on the podcast! Message me if you’re interested in being a guest! https://offthecomma.com/podcast/ 

Are you sitting on a comma in your life? Work one on one with me to unpack what’s holding you back. Contact me to explore your possibilities! https://calendly.com/paulbriley/i-want-to-get-off-my-comma 

While we grow this podcast, you can learn more about me at www.offthecomma.com. All of my social media links, organizations I support and other ways to reach me can be found on my website: https://offthecomma.com/mylinks/ 

Until next episode, keep noticing and keep listening!

In this episode, we talk to Rubina Chadha. She is a creative leader and a mindful guide to others. Rubina lives in the United States. 

Rubina tells us about sitting on a comma with an award nomination and the potential to win it. When faced with the possibility of being named “most impactful woman”, Rubina recognized feelings in herself that called on her to reflect, observe and consider their meaning. Exploring themes of worthiness, validation and representation, she finds herself practicing the mindfulness that she teaches. Rubina not only finds potential and possibility in the future outcome but also in the pause of the present moment. Tune in to hear what Rubina means when she says “I haven’t been seen or recognized or understood throughout many times”. 

You can find Rubina on:

• Websites:  http://theinnerdesign.com/  

https://www.womeninpowertv.com/rubina-chadha63221754 

• Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/theofficialrubina 

• Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/rubina-c 

• Youtube:  https://www.youtube.com/@RubinaChadha 

Rubina would like to acknowledge the following individuals, organizations and/or causes that matter to her and invite you to consider supporting them and/or sharing their messages:

Gurudev Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, also know as His Holiness Sri Sri Ravi Shankar, The Art of Living  https://www.artofliving.org/us-en/gurudev  Since 1981, Gurudev has been teaching breath-based meditation techniques for health and well-being. His approach blends lightness, humor, inspiration, and ancient wisdom. Through his work, millions of people around the world have found calm, peace, and resilience. Over the years, his vision of a stress-free, violence-free society has ignited a global movement that has reached 180 countries. His ongoing humanitarian and conflict-mediation initiatives have helped strengthen communities in places as diverse as Colombia, India, the Ivory Coast, and North America. 

#lifeisaprocess #commaisthepause #mostimpactfulwoman #worthinessandrecognition #reflectingonnow #everyoneisacelebrity #reliefversusrecognition #validation #knowyourpeople #thatsart #livinginthismoment #OfftheCommapodcast #offthecomma

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Do you have a story to tell about being on your own comma? If so, come JOIN US on the podcast! Message me if you’re interested in being a guest! https://offthecomma.com/podcast/ 

Are you sitting on a comma in your life? Work one on one with me to unpack what’s holding you back. Contact me to explore your possibilities! https://calendly.com/paulbriley/i-want-to-get-off-my-comma 

While we grow this podcast, you can learn more about me at www.offthecomma.com. All of my social media links, organizations I support and other ways to reach me can be found on my website: https://offthecomma.com/mylinks/ 

Until next episode, keep noticing and keep listening!

In this episode, we talk to Miriam Ortiz y Pino. She describes herself as curious, kind and impish. Miriam lives in the United States. 

Miriam tells us about sitting on a comma with being more of herself. When she found herself without any clients on the books one day, Miriam began shopping for answers and solutions by asking for advice from friends, experts and content sources. In the search for everyone else’s answers, she tried many things with little success. Then one day, she had a message that led to a shift; she began focusing more on her own answers. After reflecting, experimenting and simplifying her approach to work, money and spirit, Miriam began to see new growth and opportunities for learning. Tune in to hear what Miriam means when she says “Patience has an end point”. 

You can find Miriam on:

• Website:  https://www.morethanorganized.net 

• Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/moypmto/ 

• Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/miriamortizypino/

• Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/morethanorganized/ 

• Youtube:  https://www.youtube.com/user/MorethanOrganized 

• Pinterest:  https://www.pinterest.com/moypmto  

• Substack: Coming soon…

Miriam would like to acknowledge the following individuals, organizations and/or causes that matter to her and invite you to consider supporting them and/or sharing their messages:

Kendall Summerhawk  https://kendallsummerhawk.com/ 

Danielle La Porte  https://daniellelaporte.com/

Marie Forleo  https://www.marieforleo.com

WESST Corp  https://www.wesst.org/

National Indigenous Womens Resource Center  https://www.niwrc.org/mmiwr-awareness.

#organizedlife #simplifythepath #bemoreofmyself #lonelinessandmisunderstanding #theexperimentofit #somejobsnotmeantforme #everythingworkingout #findmyvoice #freedomfromworry #simplicityexpert #OfftheCommapodcast #offthecomma 

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Come Alive.

Do you have a story to tell about being on your own comma? If so, come JOIN US on the podcast! Message me if you’re interested in being a guest! https://offthecomma.com/podcast/ 

Are you sitting on a comma in your life? Work one on one with me to unpack what’s holding you back. Contact me to explore your possibilities! https://calendly.com/paulbriley/i-want-to-get-off-my-comma 

While we grow this podcast, you can learn more about me at www.offthecomma.com. All of my social media links, organizations I support and other ways to reach me can be found on my website: https://offthecomma.com/mylinks/ 

Until next episode, keep noticing and keep listening!

In this episode, we talk to Kendall Concini-Moore. She is a mom and mental health advocate who is creative and vivid. Kendall lives in the United States. 

Kendall tells us about sitting on a comma with postpartum depression. Having already lived with depression, Kendall anticipated challenges after the births of her children. When she had different experiences with maternity leave from her employer, she made the difficult decision to quit her job. This experience took Kendall on a journey of exploring her relationship with depression and defining ways to make agreements with her family about how to live with it. This fueled her advocacy to support others with mental health challenges. Tune in to hear what Kendall means when she says “if it’s between you and my family, you’re gonna lose every time”.

You can find Kendall on:

• Website:  cloudydaychronicles.org 

• Instagram:  nstagra.com/cloudydaychronicles 

• Substack:  cloudydaychronicles.substack.com 

Kendall would like to acknowledge the following individuals, organizations and/or causes that matter to her and invite you to consider supporting them and/or sharing their messages:

Thank you to my family, for supporting me through this journey, giving me sunny days within.

My friends, Ashley and Dunja, for supporting me with understanding and empathy.

Proceeds of books purchased through my website benefit a rotating list of community mental health organizations and features, which are highlighted on my substack.

#postartumdepression #cloudydays #takingapause #allowdontfix #beingsupported #maternityleave #empowerment #parentified #whatcanIbuild #motherhood #boundaries #offthecomma #offthecommapodcast

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Come Alive.

Do you have a story to tell about being on your own comma? If so, come JOIN US on the podcast! Message me if you’re interested in being a guest! https://offthecomma.com/podcast/ 

Are you sitting on a comma in your life? Work one on one with me to unpack what’s holding you back. Contact me to explore your possibilities! https://calendly.com/paulbriley/i-want-to-get-off-my-comma 

While we grow this podcast, you can learn more about me at www.offthecomma.com. All of my social media links, organizations I support and other ways to reach me can be found on my website: https://offthecomma.com/mylinks/ 

Until next episode, keep noticing and keep listening!

In this episode, we talk to Bob Thompson. He is someone who does things differently, is not afraid to question, and challenges bullies. Bob lives in the United States. 

Bob tells us about sitting on a comma with a major career pivot; not just because he wanted change, but because he never really wanted the first path. At a point of inflection in his career as a chemist, Bob chose to level up his training. But when he found himself in a freshman chemistry class with beginners again, he decided it was time to walk away. What came next was an idea, a vision, some exploration and a plan. Despite the opinions of others, he “worked in the dark” to transition into a real estate role that aligned with his passions and interests. Tune in to hear what Bob means when he says “sitting on a comma is just about as stressful as it can be”. 

You can find Bob on:

• Website:  https://whatbobthinks.com 

Onehourrealestateagent.com 

• Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/bobtheagent,whatbobthinks.com

• Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/bob-thompson-9333261a5/ 

Bob would like to acknowledge the following individuals, organizations and/or causes that matter to him and invite you to consider supporting them and/or sharing their messages:

Angela Johnston, Diverse Hampton Roads  https://www.diversehamptonroads.com/meet-our-founder

My editor, Nicole Banks  https://www.facebook.com/nicky828  

#bigcareerchange #neverwantedthis #Icantdothisanymore #notinvested #makethechange #haveaplan #workwithoptions #reachouttomypeople #toughplacetobe #workinthedark #absoluterelief #OfftheCommapodcast #offthecomma

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Come Alive.

Are you sitting on a comma in your life? Work one on one with me to unpack what’s holding you back. Contact me to explore your possibilities! https://calendly.com/paulbriley/i-want-to-get-off-my-comma 

While we grow this podcast, you can learn more about me at www.offthecomma.com. All of my social media links, organizations I support and other ways to reach me can be found on my website www.offthecomma.com 

Until next episode, keep noticing and keep listening!

In this episode, we talk to Sophia Demas. She is happy, caring and purpose-driven. Sophia lives in the United States. 

Sophia tells us about sitting on a comma with listening to coincidences. From an early age, her mother taught her how to speak to divine entities. As an adult, her first miracle happened from a dream that sent her into a relationship with her dream interpreter. As a result, Sophia was transformed and began searching for coincidences throughout her life, but taking action on them when found! She moved from needing to be in control to a state of flow. Tune in to hear what Sophia means when she says “I said, promise me you’re gonna call me”. 

You can find Sophia on:

• Website:  sophiademas.com 

• Instagram:  @Sophia_Demas 

• Facebook:  @TheDivineLanguageOfCoincidence

Sophia would like to acknowledge the following individuals, organizations and/or causes that matter to her and invite you to consider supporting them and/or sharing their messages:

My 8 Mentors who have shaped my life  https://sophiademas.com/my-influencers-2/

My Mother, who helped me converse with the divine

Salvation Army Supporting Survivors of Trafficking 

 https://easternusa.salvationarmy.org/eastern-pennsylvania/fight-for-justice/ 

Covenant House  https://www.covenanthouse.org 

Holy Trinity Philoptochos St. Elpida Chapter  https://www.holytrinityeggharbor.com/ministries/philoptochos  

#unsolvable #motherslaw #Ihadthisdream #conincidencesbecomemiracles #spiritsays #divineintelligence #somethingbigger #wishinghopefaith #squashedweddingband #notalone #itsfreeing #OfftheCommapodcast #offthecomma

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Come Alive.

Do you have a story to tell about being on your own comma? If so, come JOIN US on the podcast! Message me if you’re interested in being a guest! https://offthecomma.com/podcast/ 

Are you sitting on a comma in your life? Work one on one with me to unpack what’s holding you back. Contact me to explore your possibilities! https://calendly.com/paulbriley/i-want-to-get-off-my-comma 

While we grow this podcast, you can learn more about me at www.offthecomma.com. All of my social media links, organizations I support and other ways to reach me can be found on my website: https://offthecomma.com/mylinks/ 

Until next episode, keep noticing and keep listening!

In this episode, we talk to Teresa Wornstaff. She describes herself as someone who believes legacy is important, values influence and seeks deep interactions with others. Teresa lives in the United States. 

Teresa tells us about sitting on a comma with a career pivot during the pandemic. While the career and identity shift was significant in itself, it also created a space for Teresa to unlock and claim abilities and gifts that she had hidden from others in the past. Letting go of the opinions of others, she was able to embrace her intuitive leadership and begin leading with her gifts open and active again. From there, Teresa began living more open to possibility and finding more people called into her life. Tune in to hear what Teresa means when she says “there was a complete void of potential”. 

You can find Teresa on:

• Website:  https://teresawornstaff.com/ 

• Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/teresawornstaff/?hl=en 

• Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/teresa-wornstaff/ 

• Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/teresa.wornstaff 

• Youtube:  https://www.youtube.com/@teresawornstaff 

• TikTok:  https://www.tiktok.com/@teresawornstaff?lang=en 

Teresa would like to acknowledge the following individuals, organizations and/or causes that matter to her and invite you to consider supporting them and/or sharing their messages:

My daughters Jessica and Jasmine

My daughter-in-law Shelby

All of the people who I get to meet within my trust circle and my clients - they make a difference for me every day

#chanelling #trustintuition #myabilitiesareopenandactive #careershift #deeplyloved #frommyselftomyself #intuitiveleader #nothidinganymore #Illletyouknow #liveyourbrilliance #OfftheCommapodcast #offthecomma

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Come Alive.

Do you have a story to tell about being on your own comma? If so, come JOIN US on the podcast! Message me if you’re interested in being a guest! https://offthecomma.com/podcast/ 

Are you sitting on a comma in your life? Work one on one with me to unpack what’s holding you back. Contact me to explore your possibilities! https://calendly.com/paulbriley/i-want-to-get-off-my-comma 

While we grow this podcast, you can learn more about me at www.offthecomma.com. All of my social media links, organizations I support and other ways to reach me can be found on my website: https://offthecomma.com/mylinks/ 

Until next episode, keep noticing and keep listening!