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- Ep 21: Life is Art: You are the Canvas! Maura Joy LustigMaura Joy Lustig is a Transformational Mindset Coach. She believes that each of us has a special gift within us that deserves to shine. Maura believes that when we discover that gift and realize what's truly possible for us, we have the ability to create our best life. Using her signature 7 step process, “Converting Chaos to Clarity” she supports women in transforming into their own extraordinary essence. Maura typically work with women ages 40 to 65 who may be experiencing a crisis in their health, relationships or career. They may be struggling with overwhelm, feeling shut down or powerless, and who are eager to break free and live a life they love. Maura’s clients rekindle their desires, gain confidence, and clarity and take a powerful stand for their life. They celebrate their uniqueness, discover their joy and embody their passion for living.00:23 Introduction01:20 From banking to becoming an entrepreneur04:00 On fire and speaking your authentic truth!05:22 Convert Chaos to Clarity07:08 The tools to pivot 08:15 How you choose to remember11:30 Empowerment and fulfillment15:00 Workshops and Maura's wellness retreat in France16:00 The path towards becoming a Transformational Coach22:50 Vulnerability and pivot points23:21 Introductory, free offers and preview of Maura's Seven Step Guide25:15 A unique ability26:20 How to reach Maura27:25 Business owners - Be recognized by more of your ideal customers by sponsoring an Episode of Taking the Helm https://www.maurajoylustig.com/---Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/taking-the-helm/support29 min
- Ep 21: Life is Art: You are the Canvas! Maura Joy LustigMaura Joy Lustig is a Transformational Mindset Coach. She believes that each of us has a special gift within us that deserves to shine. Maura believes that when we discover that gift and realize what's truly possible for us, we have the ability to create our best life. Using her signature 7 step process, “Converting Chaos to Clarity” she supports women in transforming into their own extraordinary essence. Maura typically work with women ages 40 to 65 who may be experiencing a crisis in their health, relationships or career. They may be struggling with overwhelm, feeling shut down or powerless, and who are eager to break free and live a life they love. Maura’s clients rekindle their desires, gain confidence, and clarity and take a powerful stand for their life. They celebrate their uniqueness, discover their joy and embody their passion for living.00:23 Introduction01:20 From banking to becoming an entrepreneur04:00 On fire and speaking your authentic truth!05:22 Convert Chaos to Clarity07:08 The tools to pivot 08:15 How you choose to remember11:30 Empowerment and fulfillment15:00 Workshops and Maura's wellness retreat in France16:00 The path towards becoming a Transformational Coach22:50 Vulnerability and pivot points23:21 Introductory, free offers and preview of Maura's Seven Step Guide25:15 A unique ability26:20 How to reach Maura27:25 Business owners - Be recognized by more of your ideal customers by sponsoring an Episode of Taking the Helm https://www.maurajoylustig.com/---Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/taking-the-helm/support29 min
- Ep 20: The Love and Kindness Project: Karyn RossIn late 2016, seeing a growing trend of unkindness in the world, Karyn Ross had an idea. Two and a half years later, after anonymously leaving more than 7,000 love and kindness buttons for people to find, she founded The Love and Kindness Project Foundation. It is dedicated to fostering projects that create love and kindness in the world. But wait! She's got much more to share with us!00:10 Sponsorship and Introduction of Karyn Ross03:20 The Love and Kindness Foundation04:30 The impact of one act of tiny kindness a day07:45 Women in Lean10:53 Teaching us to use our creativity12:00 Getting rid of "I can't"14:18 Personal Growth Series launched today18:00 Karyn's model of Right Sized Pricing19:40 Making conscious choices on what we will engage in21:30 Think Kindly, Speak Kindly, Act Kindly24:40 An act of kindness in Toronto26:20 A community's collective kindness28:40 Testimonial to Karynhttps://karynrossconsulting.com/https://loveandkindnessproject.org/---Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/taking-the-helm/support32 min
- Ep 20: The Love and Kindness Project: Karyn RossIn late 2016, seeing a growing trend of unkindness in the world, Karyn Ross had an idea. Two and a half years later, after anonymously leaving more than 7,000 love and kindness buttons for people to find, she founded The Love and Kindness Project Foundation. It is dedicated to fostering projects that create love and kindness in the world. But wait! She's got much more to share with us!00:10 Sponsorship and Introduction of Karyn Ross03:20 The Love and Kindness Foundation04:30 The impact of one act of tiny kindness a day07:45 Women in Lean10:53 Teaching us to use our creativity12:00 Getting rid of "I can't"14:18 Personal Growth Series launched today18:00 Karyn's model of Right Sized Pricing19:40 Making conscious choices on what we will engage in21:30 Think Kindly, Speak Kindly, Act Kindly24:40 An act of kindness in Toronto26:20 A community's collective kindness28:40 Testimonial to Karynhttps://karynrossconsulting.com/https://loveandkindnessproject.org/---Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/taking-the-helm/support32 min
- Ep 19: Prisoners Without Bars: Donna O'Donnell FigurskiDonna O’Donnell Figurski is the author of Prisoners without Bars: A Caregiver’s Tale, a three-time award-winning memoir. Prisoners without Bars is a heart-wrenching love story that will make you laugh, cry, and GASP. Donna is the host of an international radio show, Another Fork in the Road, which airs twice a month on the Brain Injury Radio Network. She is also the creator and writer for her award-winning blog, Surviving Traumatic Brain Injury. In a nutshell … Donna is a wife, mother, granny, teacher, writer, speaker, playwright, actor, director, stage-manager, photographer, picture-book reviewer, and, most importantly, caregiver for her husband and best friend, David.00:26 Introduction01:06 A regular morning turns life-threatening06:05 Prisoners Without Bars and the pressure on caregivers13:40 A focus on supporting caregivers: blogging and a radio show14:00 Networking makes a difference17:05 David today18:03 Tips for creating an audiobook and awards22:14 Advice for caregivers from experiencehttps://www.donnafigurski.com/ survivingtraumaticbraininjury.com---Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/taking-the-helm/support27 min
- Ep 19: Prisoners Without Bars: Donna O'Donnell FigurskiDonna O’Donnell Figurski is the author of Prisoners without Bars: A Caregiver’s Tale, a three-time award-winning memoir. Prisoners without Bars is a heart-wrenching love story that will make you laugh, cry, and GASP. Donna is the host of an international radio show, Another Fork in the Road, which airs twice a month on the Brain Injury Radio Network. She is also the creator and writer for her award-winning blog, Surviving Traumatic Brain Injury. In a nutshell … Donna is a wife, mother, granny, teacher, writer, speaker, playwright, actor, director, stage-manager, photographer, picture-book reviewer, and, most importantly, caregiver for her husband and best friend, David.00:26 Introduction01:06 A regular morning turns life-threatening06:05 Prisoners Without Bars and the pressure on caregivers13:40 A focus on supporting caregivers: blogging and a radio show14:00 Networking makes a difference17:05 David today18:03 Tips for creating an audiobook and awards22:14 Advice for caregivers from experiencehttps://www.donnafigurski.com/ survivingtraumaticbraininjury.com---Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/taking-the-helm/support27 min
- Ep 18: Business Owners Want to Be Heard: Trevor Loop and Heather Harris BrownTrevor and Heather, business owners in Kingsville, Ontario want to be heard. In this interview, they share the challenges and frustrations of trying to keep their restaurants afloat and the actions they have taken to date. It has now been 108 days since non-essential businesses were ordered closed in March due to the Covid pandemic, for the safety of all. With all regions of Ontario now in phase two, Kingsville and Leamington have not yet been given the green light to move forward, yet the remainder of Essex County has. Despite the unique challenges in this area of Ontario, they share the struggles they and many other business owners currently face, some who are, or will be, closing their doors permanently.00:30 Covid and the effects on business owners in Kingsville, Ontario01:45 Family businesses introduced03:00 Middle of March and a full stop10:20 The context of Essex County and Covid today12:20 How can we support our businesses in Kingsville and Leamington today and when we move to phase 2 of reopening?15:00 We firmly believe we can move safely into phase 2 as the rest of the county has15:45 Two communities unite to come together and rally... voices that need to be heard18:16 Phase one still does not allow many businesses or people in service industries to open at all20:40 There is no cookie cutter solution that is going to work in Essex County - the situation is extremely complex21:24 What do Heather and Trevor want to see happen?24:40 Emotionally draining27:15 Listen and respond with a plan---Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/taking-the-helm/support29 min
- Ep 18: Business Owners Want to Be Heard: Trevor Loop and Heather Harris BrownTrevor and Heather, business owners in Kingsville, Ontario want to be heard. In this interview, they share the challenges and frustrations of trying to keep their restaurants afloat and the actions they have taken to date. It has now been 108 days since non-essential businesses were ordered closed in March due to the Covid pandemic, for the safety of all. With all regions of Ontario now in phase two, Kingsville and Leamington have not yet been given the green light to move forward, yet the remainder of Essex County has. Despite the unique challenges in this area of Ontario, they share the struggles they and many other business owners currently face, some who are, or will be, closing their doors permanently.00:30 Covid and the effects on business owners in Kingsville, Ontario01:45 Family businesses introduced03:00 Middle of March and a full stop10:20 The context of Essex County and Covid today12:20 How can we support our businesses in Kingsville and Leamington today and when we move to phase 2 of reopening?15:00 We firmly believe we can move safely into phase 2 as the rest of the county has15:45 Two communities unite to come together and rally... voices that need to be heard18:16 Phase one still does not allow many businesses or people in service industries to open at all20:40 There is no cookie cutter solution that is going to work in Essex County - the situation is extremely complex21:24 What do Heather and Trevor want to see happen?24:40 Emotionally draining27:15 Listen and respond with a plan---Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/taking-the-helm/support29 min
- Ep 17: I’ve Had Three Brain Surgeries and I Like Myself Better Now: Deborah BrandonDeborah (Deb) Brandon, Ph.D., is a professor in the Mathematical Sciences Department at Carnegie Mellon University. She is a mother, a writer, and a respected textile artist. Deb is also a brain injury survivor. She has raised awareness of and improve understanding about brain injury through presentations to university and general audiences. She is an award winning author of two books: But My Brain Had Other Ideas: A Memoir of Recovery from Brain Injury and Threads Around the World: From Arabian Weaving to Batik in Zimbabwe. She also blogs about her life with brain injury and her love of textiles00:30 Who is Deborah Brandon?01:40 Symptoms leading to brain surgery07:45 Family connections09:50 How to tell my children13:30 Figuring out the new Deborah17:06 Returning to Work as a Professor in Mathematical Sciences and becoming a better teacher26:04 Good things have come of this32:00 Many awards earned as an author!34:00 Guiding words for anyone with a brain injury36:20 Our support networks - we are not alone! Do not stay in darkness!41:39 Give yourself a break!http://debbrandon.com---Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/taking-the-helm/support43 min
- Ep 17: I’ve Had Three Brain Surgeries and I Like Myself Better Now: Deborah BrandonDeborah (Deb) Brandon, Ph.D., is a professor in the Mathematical Sciences Department at Carnegie Mellon University. She is a mother, a writer, and a respected textile artist. Deb is also a brain injury survivor. She has raised awareness of and improve understanding about brain injury through presentations to university and general audiences. She is an award winning author of two books: But My Brain Had Other Ideas: A Memoir of Recovery from Brain Injury and Threads Around the World: From Arabian Weaving to Batik in Zimbabwe. She also blogs about her life with brain injury and her love of textiles00:30 Who is Deborah Brandon?01:40 Symptoms leading to brain surgery07:45 Family connections09:50 How to tell my children13:30 Figuring out the new Deborah17:06 Returning to Work as a Professor in Mathematical Sciences and becoming a better teacher26:04 Good things have come of this32:00 Many awards earned as an author!34:00 Guiding words for anyone with a brain injury36:20 Our support networks - we are not alone! Do not stay in darkness!41:39 Give yourself a break!http://debbrandon.com---Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/taking-the-helm/support43 min
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