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

Music from #InAudio: https://inaudio.org/ 

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

Music from #InAudio: https://inaudio.org/ 

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

Music from #InAudio: https://inaudio.org/ 

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 Glenn Poulos. He describes himself as an entrepreneur, dog lover, and a charity DJ. Glenn shares time living between Canada and the United States. 

Glenn tells us about sitting on a comma after selling his business. What was supposed to be a new start and an opportunity for change ended up being a lesson in core values for Glenn. While agreeing to stay on as part of the transaction, he found himself feeling like his wings were clipped and his ideas were unwanted. Despite trying to contribute in positive and generous ways, he ultimately found himself steering someone else’s ship. After his contract ended, Glenn pivoted in a major way to find new opportunities; not only in business, but in lifestyle and location as well. Tune in to hear what Glenn means when he says “there needs to be a time window”. 

You can find Glenn on:

• Website:  https://glennpoulos.com/ 

• Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/glenn.poulos/ 

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

• Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100070448861930&sk=about 

• Amazon:  https://amzn.to/3whwPh3 

Glenn 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:

My Frenchies, Pierre and Jean-Jacques  https://www.instagram.com/littlefrenchiebites/

My wife, Alissa 

My mentors for the book (find on Amazon at link above)

My partners who took risks with me 

#wingsclipped #someoneelsesboat #privateequity #imanentrepreneur #whatidomatterstome #sellingabusiness #theremustbeanenddate #wheredoifitin #corevalues #EOSmethodology #myegohasneeds #ittook3years #slowlythenquickly #offthecommapodcast #offthecomma

Music from #InAudio: https://inaudio.org/ 

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 Vicki James. She is resilient and a connector and supporter of others. Vicki lives in Spain. 

Vicki tells us about sitting on a comma after ending a career job in Manhattan. When faced with “what’s next”, Vicki was clear that she no longer wanted to live by the norms of others and decided to “let it all go”. By working through a process of values identification, alignment in her goals and navigating fear, she was able to make a major move across an ocean while starting a new business for herself. Her new nomad life allowed Vickie to reflect on who she is and who she wants to become. Tune in to hear what Vicki means when she says “I don’t need a lot”.

You can find Vicki on:

• Website:  https://beyondalignedbooks.com/

• Substack:  https://alignandthrive.substack.com/ 

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

• Thrive Hive: https://thrive.beyondalignedbooks.com 

• Instagram: @vickivsn

Vicki 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:

Alcoholics Anonymous, for my sobriety, which makes all things possible  https://www.aa.org  

Elise Renzetti, my career coach, whose guidance and belief in me helped me find the confidence to pursue my dream  https://www.linkedin.com/in/eliserenzetti/ 

AskAlex.ai / AgencyAI, because Alex’s HEC (Humility, Empathy, Compassion) framework has meaningfully transformed my sales (and all) conversations and strengthened my confidence as an entrepreneur. https://askalex.coach/?

#alignandthrive  #digitalnomads #lettingitallgo #biglifeshift #lettinggooffear #clearvalues #alignmentforfuture #livealifeidreamedof #snowballingrightactions  #offthecomma #OfftheCommapodcast 

Music from #InAudio: https://inaudio.org/ 

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 Alexandra Lauren. She describes herself as adventurous, zesty for life and non-traditional. Alexandra lives in the United States. 

Alexandra tells us about sitting on a comma with deciding how she wanted to live her life. After growing up as an overachiever who tried to meet external expectations, Alexandra found herself living in dual realities. One part of her chose the “big girl” obligations, while another part of her craved adventure, exploration and extremes. Her comma peaked during medical school, when she realized she was helping people survive, but not to live. What came next was a complete pivot to a life of her choosing. Tune in to hear what Alexandra means when she says “I quit all of it”. 

You can find Alexandra on:

• Website:  https://thebucketlistmermaid.com/ 

• Links:  https://the-bucket-list-mermaid.ck.page/fc8c2227ee  

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

• Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/753316278999035

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

Alexandra 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 parents, family and friends. There was never a moment when their confidence in me faltered. 

#bucketlistmermaid #nomadlife #overachiever #thezestyside #livingintheextremes #versionsofmyself #Idonthavetochoose #noteasy  #sacrificedstableliving #OfftheCommapodcast #offthecomma 

Music from #InAudio: https://inaudio.org/ 

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 Vince Hannant. He describes himself as purposeful, determined and reflective. Vince lives in the United Kingdom. 

Vince tells us about sitting on two commas from his relationship with alcohol. After a moment where Vince found all the buckets in his life overflowing, he faced his first comma and decided to quit drinking in order to regain control. After a successful time without alcohol, he found himself drinking again in a controlled manner, but eventually came to his second comma and decided to quit for good. The difference between the two was quitting out of need, versus quitting out of want. His second comma, quitting because he wanted to, brought him to a place of joy, intention and alignment. Tune in to hear what Vince means when he says “I had to stop drinking to start getting a grip”. 

You can find Vince on:

• Website:  www.theexecsobrietycoach.uk 

• Website:  www.melioresse.co.uk 

• TikTok:  https://www.tiktok.com/@theexecsobrietyco0?is_from_webapp=1&sender_device=pc 

• Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61574075145652  

Vince 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:

Jo Houchin, for coaching me through empowerment to start my business.  linkedin.com/in/jo-houchin-609b0267 

Janey Lee Grace, for helping with the last leg of my commitment to never drink again.  https://www.thesoberclub.com/  

Andy Ramage, for being a voice of reason and reality for those who are quitting drinking.  https://andyramage.com/  

My wife Amanda, without hesitation, for being the strongest influence in my life.  www.linkedin.com/in/amandahannant  

#quittingdrinking #twocommas #needversuswant #stoptostartgrowing #tranquility #goingdeeper #learningaboutmyself #runningmyownbusiness #purposealignedtome #courageandwherewithall #OfftheCommapodcast #offthecomma 

Music from #InAudio: https://inaudio.org/ 

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 Stacy Phillips. She is a mother and grandmother who likes to give back to her community. Stacy lives in the United States. 

Stacy tells us about sitting on a comma with running her firm. After years of a rich career and a self-described “snooty resume”, Stacy lost interest in the operational aspects of running her firm. Wanting to have greater reach in her contributions, she developed her “Stacy manifesto” of changes she wanted to make in her work and team. Her journey led her across the country to find a new match for herself in work and her personal relationships. She found simplicity and focus. Tune in to hear what Stacy means when she says “I can let someone else take charge”. 

You can find Stacy on:

• Website:  https://www.stacydphillipsesq.com 

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

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

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

• Apple Podcasts:  https://podcasts.apple.com/hu/podcast/stacy-phillips-and-friends/id1769018883 

Stacy 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 Dad for all that he gave me

Brad Sharp: https://dsiconsulting.com/people/bradley-d-sharp/

Daryl McCullough, George Griffin and Melissa Penn of McGriffin Media: https://www.mcgriffinmedia.com/

BlankRome  https://www.blankrome.com  What started in 1946 as two lawyers practicing together in one city has grown into an Am Law 100 firm with 800 attorneys working collaboratively to serve clients in 16 offices across the United States and internationally. Nearly 80 years later, we remain committed to our clients and communities, to discovering opportunity amid change, and to making history together.

Public Counsel  https://publiccounsel.org  Relentless in the pursuit of justice.

We work with communities and clients to create a more just society through legal services, advocacy, and civil rights litigation.

Dartmouth  https://home.dartmouth.edu  A vibrant, inclusive learning environment where students and faculty respond with research and innovation to the most pressing challenges of our time. 

Adopt A Center  https://www.blankrome.com/adopt-center-program Blank Rome’s Adopt-A-Center Program supports local nonprofit organizations that provide essential outreach to underserved children and families in Los Angeles.

#matchmaking #makingadifference #mentoring #workingtovalues #greaterreach #givebacktocommunity #adoptacenter #stacymanifesto #womenpartners #simplicity #workingharddifferently #hiremorepeople #OfftheCommapodcast #offthecomma

Music from #InAudio: https://inaudio.org/ 

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 Peter Moore. He describes himself as an enthusiastic adventurer with a sense of humor. Peter lives in the United States. 

Peter tells us about sitting on a comma after being laid off from an important job role. Identifying so much of his career with his affiliations and access, Peter felt cut off from not only his work, but his colleagues and work friends and more. While sitting on the comma, he experimented with new directions until the comma brought him the inspiration he craved. Tune in to hear what Peter means when he says “it’s a comma, not a cliff”. 

You can find Peter on:

• Articles:  https://coloradosun.com/author/peter-moore/ 

• Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/TheRoad2Elsewhere

• Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/peter-moore-r2e/

• Substack:  petermoore.substack.com; https://oldster.substack.com/t/peter-moore-illustrated-essays  

• Instagram:  @road2elsewhere

Peter 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:

I want to acknowledge everyone who’s on the comma, there is light after the dark

Roz Chast  https://www.rozchast.com  Roz Chast is known for turning everyday anxieties into sharply funny, unmistakably personal cartoons. She has been one of the most influential cartoonists of her generation, earning many honors including the Reuben Award from the National Cartoonists Society in 2015 as well as National Humanities Medal from the National Endowment for the Humanities in 2024. 

The Colorado Sun  https://coloradosun.com/author/peter-moore/ 

Front Range NPR  www.kunc.org/peter-moore 

The Oldster Magazine  https://oldster.substack.com/t/peter-moore-illustrated-essays

#commanotacliff #listenforinspiration #writerandcartoonist #commentingontheworld #affiliationsandaccess #suddenlycutoff #otherpeoplesvoices #gettowork #lifelongjournalkeeper #neededthescare #stopandletitcome #OfftheCommapodcast #offthecomma 

Music from #InAudio: https://inaudio.org/ 

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 Zylo Marshall. He describes himself as someone who loves people and is passionate about helping others with disabilities. Zylo lives in the United States. 

Zylo tells us about sitting on a comma with receiving help and support while living with a disability. Living with a brain injury and growing up in an abusive household led to many challenges for Zylo. Still, he sought a life of success and self-sufficiency. After navigating a life where he already fought against people’s misunderstandings of disabilities, he was faced with those he trusted taking advantage of him and further challenging his autonomy. These challenges galvanized Zylo to speak out for others and make it his mission. Tune in to hear what Zylo means when he says “they don’t understand that a person’s brain may not be able to take it as well”. 

You can find Zylo on:

• Website:  www.zylomarshall.com

• Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/zylo-marshall/

Zylo would like to acknowledge those who took advantage of him, in order to create awareness of the challenges that persons with disabilities face when seeking support from those whom they trust. 

#livingwithdisabilities #braininjury #leaningonothers #protectingothers #takenadvantageof #feelingrejected #workinghardertosucceed #helpingothers #publicspeaking #codeviolations #nevergiveup #whatitslike #offthecomma #OfftheCommapodcast

Music from #InAudio: https://inaudio.org/ 

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!