On today’s episode, Glenda Russell discusses how the life you want is waiting for you to create it. It takes more than desire to create a life you love, it requires ACTION. Glenda shares how this process will not be easy and how the ride won’t always be perfect, but once you’ve created a life you love, you will without a doubt know your hard imperfect work was worth it.

Glenda was laid off of her job not once, but twice and she lost both of her parents within the span of a few years. But if that wasn’t enough, her husband then lost his job! Nevertheless, Glenda wouldn’t let her circumstances hold her in hostage in pain, grief, depression, and living a less than ideal life. Instead, Glenda chose to be happy and shares how she overcame these hardships with us in episode 016.

Tune in to learn about the power of positivity and how ACTION can lead you to living a life you love.

I invited Hanna Bier to discuss her past experiences with mental illness and how she transformed her life with family constellation therapy and energy work.

This was the first time I’ve ever heard of family constellation therapy so if you’re brand new to this topic too, don’t worry! I asked a LOT of questions and Hanna had all the answers.

The lowdown is that for some of us affirmations, NLP techniques, and reconstructing our subconscious minds works wonder, but for Hanna it just wasn’t making a difference so she searched for the reason why. She learned that those who struggled with significant trauma at some point in their life have a harder time reprogramming their mindset.

Trauma is passed down through our family’s genetic code, as is a lot of positive traits, but let’s focus on the negative traits right now.

The most basic understanding that I could come up with was that genetic predispositions leave us with a lot of junk and family constellation therapy helps us to resolve and clean up all the junk.

Then Hanna and I discuss what her life as a monk for 3 and a half years was like before we dive into a conversation about energy work.

Hanna is part of a small percentage of people who can actually visually see auras so at the end of our conversation, I asked her what my aura looked like. (I mean, how could I not?!)

This conversation was eye opening and I learned a lot of new information that I hope you’ll enjoy learning as much as I did.

I invited Ashly Hilst on the show. Ashly is a developmental editor which means she's basically the fairy godmother you need when you're stuck writing your book! 

Some of the things we talk about include turning writing from a self-care tool into a profession, destroying the self-doubt that usually accompanies people who write, and how your unique perspective on the most discussed topics are what turns turns people into your people.

Then we jump into how Ashly gets shit done as an entrepreneurial mom with anxiety and depression, how she battles and combats imposter syndrome, and how important it is for her to get a bird's eye perspective on the situations at hand so she can eliminate the accompanying feelings of imposter syndrome.

Of course, we end up talking about the power of affirmations and how batching content helps to organize your business structure to get more accomplished.

My favorite part of this conversation is when Ashly gives us her advice on how to WRITE THE DAMN BOOK. The two key parts of this advice were:

1 - You need support and accountability to keep you engaged in writing consistently

2 - Find a coach or an editor who will give your book individualized attention

Then we end our conversation with a discussion about the process of writing and publishing a book, what being an editor actually entails, and important aspects that need to be included in every book.

Did you know there are multiple types of editors?? Because I totally didn't! There are developmental editors, copy editors, proofreading editors and so many other types in the publishing world that we don't get to dive into.

For all you aspiring NY Times Bestselling Authors out there, I hope you enjoy episode 014 and let it guide you one step further on your writing journey!

As entrepreneurs, let alone entrepreneurs living with mental health conditions, we're destined to hit burnout once or twice (or ten times!) in our career. When Kelly brought this topic to me, it couldn't have been at a better time. This past November I was smack dab in the middle of possibly the worst burnout of my entrepreneurial career. So clearly, the topic of how to COMBAT burning out and get back to a positive healthy lifestyle, was something I really wanted to share with you all!

And let me tell you, if you're one of the fortunate souls who hasn't felt burn out before... take Kelly's four pillars to heart because you do not want to enter that nasty place. 

So what are these pillars that Kelly and I talk about?

The 4 Pillars to Support Your Body Throughout Burnout:

1. Diet / Nutrition

2. Supplementation

3. Lifestyle 

4. Mindset

We dive deep into these pillars so you're going to want to dedicate a good hour to listening to this episode!

Today’s episode is jump started by the topic of forgiveness, followed by messages of Christianity, and whole-hearted truth. After experiencing excessive amounts of judgement and complaining about others, Amberlin tried to find a resource to help remove the toxicity from her life. From those actions, The Complainer’s Journal was born.

Now, Amberlin is working on creating The Workbook to The Complainer’s Journal. Amberlin believes that pen to paper action creates more results than just reading about techniques.

What I love about Amberlin’s main work is that although they both revolve around grace, compassion, dignity, and forgiveness, the two pieces focus on separate aspects of complaints.

Have more issue with people and relations - pick up the Complainer’s Journal.

Having a ton of issues around situations, events in your life, or just general ruts? Then pick up The Complainer’s Journal Workbook!

In the second half of the interview, Amberlin and I talk about how we’re so quick to put shameful titles upon ourselves while positive attributes are much harder to accept. Funny how that works, isn’t it?

Then we dive into the last part of our conversation which left me with an ear to ear smile. Amberlin talks about how she writes books with her son and how you can integrate your children and your passion more! You’re totally going to want to hear this part of the episode because, damn, does it leave you with a full heart and a big cheesy grin!

Today's episode is basically what Episode 001 should have been about. But as you'll soon find out, I have shiny object syndrome and just like to go, go, go! Goal planning is not my specialty and I need accountability to actually get shit done. Which is why this episode is dedicated to getting real honest with my listeners. 

Tune in to hear about why I started this podcast, what's going on with me and my business, and how you can shape the future of this brand.

Oh! And you're TOTALLY going to want to hear about the benefits to subscribing to the podcast email list. ;) Let's just say there's an opportunity for YOU to get in front of my audience AND extra goodies each week delivered straight to your inbox!

On today's episode, Marissa invites Dr. Crystal Jones on the show to discuss the age of anxiety and how to maintain inner peace in a tumultuous world. During the show we talk about different healing modalities including chiropractic care, breathwork, meditation, yoga and reiki and how these all can help clear blocks in your life. This episode focuses on how to heal and live holistically with an emphasis on the power of mindfulness.

On today's episode, Marissa invites Lauren Frontiera of The Real Female Entrepreneur on the show to discuss all things business, mindset, and the importance of authenticity.

On today's episode, Marissa invites Rudy Caseres to talk about his mental health journey and how he has turned his experiences with mental illness into a mental health advocacy business.

On today's episode, Marissa invites Robby Myrlande to talk about herbalism, slow living, and intentional eating. All of which have helped her manage her anxiety and depression and encouraged her journey to entrepreneurialism.