The Commons with Karla

How do we learn to connect emotionally with people when that hasn't been modeled for us? 

In today’s episode, I am speaking with my friend Carol. By day Carol is a Director for a global organization, working on process improvement and integration projects. By night, Carol is a wife, mom, and friend, connecting with her people and enjoying life. In this episode, Carol talks with us about how growing up she dreamed of having a large, close knit family. However, her reality looked different. She often played peace maker in her family, and those early experiences have played a role in how she handles relationships and connections today. We talk about the desire to rewire habits that have been ingrained into us. Carol’s focus word for the year is: Lead. She is on a journey of leading her recovery from past hurts so she can engage more emotionally with her family today.  I hope this episode encourages you to give yourself grace and empathy as you lead your own recovery. 

Episode Highlights:  

●       Carol’s background story 

●       A day in the life of Carol 

●       Always being the peacemaker 

●       Emotional tone of our childhood home

●       Asking good questions about needs and desires

●       Task oriented work

●       Falling back into old habits 

●       Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) 

●       EMDRIA.org

●       Naming, then healing within community

●       Kindness and curiosity 

●       Carol’s community 

●       Switching hats between tasks and emotions 

●       What Carol is reading

●       What Carol is looking forward to 

Find more on Guest:

●       Carol on Facebook 

Find More on The Commons with Karla:

●       On IG @karla_osorno

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Thank you for listening! Please subscribe, rate and review The Commons with Karla Podcast on Apple or Spotify. Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and greatly appreciated. For show notes, go to karlaosorno.com/podcast.

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In today’s episode I am in conversation with Julie. Julie is a dynamic woman, a wife, a mother, and a trial lawyer.  I am confident that the topics that we cover in today’s episode will be relatable to so many women, in all different seasons of life. Julie has a very important job advocating for people in her community, as well as a very important job being a mother and wife to her family at home. In this episode we discuss work life balance, and stress management. I hope this episode encourages you to focus on what you are able to change, and to release any worry over things you can’t control. 

Episode Highlights: 

●       Julie’s background story 

●       Julie being a working mama while her husband is a stay at home dad

●       A day in Julie’s life 

●       Life as an attorney 

●       The superpower of advocacy 

●       Worrying over things out of your control 

●       Managing stress

●       Gerry Spence Method 

●       Incorporating rest 

●       Brown noise machine mentioned

●       Work-life balance

●       Human connection

●       What Julie is reading 

●       What Julie is looking forward to 

Find more on Guest:

●       Julie's Work Number (775)322-6500

●       [email protected]

●       Friedman and Throop Injury Lawyers website

●       Terry Friedman & Julie Throop Nevada Law Facebook and IG 

●       Julie on IG @juliethroop and on Facebook

Find More on The Commons with Karla:

●       On IG @karla_osorno

●       Coaching with Karla

Thank you for listening! Please subscribe, rate and review The Commons with Karla Podcast on Apple or Spotify. Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and greatly appreciated. For show notes, go to karlaosorno.com/podcast.

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Memory Lane Chats is the best way to record the story of your family. Knowing the story we were born into and understanding the people who came before us is powerful, beautiful, and healing. Invite your loved one to tell their stories at MemoryLaneChats.com. Stories matter and Memory Lane Chats wants to help you tell yours to future generations. 

Today I am in conversation with Natalie. Natalie is a mom and a wife, a brave and loyal woman who values her family. Natalie talks with us about how her childhood experiences shaped who she is today.  We talk about foundation, faith, and family. We also dig deep into the in-between times of our lives, what we learn from them, and how we grow and mature because of them. I hope this episode encourages you to find growth in the “in-between” moments. 

Episode Highlights: 

●       Natalie’s childhood

●       Natalie’s family

●       Dealing with her brother’s diagnosis as a child 

●       When Natalie knew she wanted to be a teacher

●       The difference between knowing about God and knowing God

●       A typical day in the life of Natalie

●       Finding community in a new area

●       A desire for more 

●       “In between” times 

●       What Natalie is looking forward to 

Find more on Guest:

●       Natalie Panko on Facebook 

●       @NataliePanko on Instagram

Find More on The Commons with Karla:

●       On IG @karla_osorno

●       Get your free Connection Challenge

Thank you for listening! Please subscribe, rate and review The Commons with Karla Podcast on Apple or Spotify. Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and greatly appreciated. For show notes, go to karlaosorno.com/podcast.

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Memory Lane Chats is the best way to record the story of your family. Knowing the story we were born into and understanding the people who came before us is powerful, beautiful, and healing. Invite your loved one to tell their stories at MemoryLaneChats.com. Stories matter and Memory Lane Chats wants to help you tell yours to future generations. 

Welcome to Episode 100 of The Commons with Karla! 

We are LIVE at Mari Chuy’s Mexican Kitchen in Reno, NV. Instead of recording in my closet, using zoom and having a conversation across the miles, I am having conversations with women face to face. I am surrounded by friends - beautiful women who are supportive and also enjoy conversations and laughter - and maybe margaritas and tacos. This episode will be longer than some other episodes. The first half will be like you are used to - a conversation with an amazing everyday woman sharing her story of connection. I hope you enjoy this real life conversation featuring strong, inspirational, everyday women. 

Episode Highlights: 

●       Celebrating episode 100!

●       Isha’s background story 

●       Pivotal moments in Isha’s childhood

●       Isha’s relationship with God

●       What Isha is reading 

●       What Isha is looking forward to 

●       Meet-ups with Isha - see her website

●       The origins of The Commons of Karla 

●       Karla’s cancer scare

●       Juniper Books www.juniperbooks.com 

●       Catching up with 

• Lauren from Episode #2
• Lynsey from Episode #14
• Rachel Wilding from Episode #39
• Jessica Hartwig from Episode #10
• Sophia and Chad from Episode #27

●       Introducing future guests

• Kori - fun and reinvention
• Shayla - financial planning - GPS Wealth Advisors

Find more on Guest:

●       Isha’s website www.ishainspired.com

●       Isha on Instagram @ishacasagrande

Find More on The Commons with Karla:

●       On IG @karla_osorno

Thank you for listening! Please subscribe, rate and review The Commons with Karla Podcast on Apple or Spotify. Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and greatly appreciated. For show notes, go to karlaosorno.com/podcast.

What Happens When the Unexpected Interrupts Your Life and Plan?

Today’s guest, Lisa Morris, dedicates her life to helping others find their way back after uncertainty. In this episode, Lisa discusses how she has had to deal with uncertainty and interruptions in her own life as well. From dealing with grief of losing close friends to overcoming a devastating medical diagnosis - Lisa still finds beauty in life, family, and connection with others. I hope Lisa’s story helps you to know that you are not alone, and that even when the unexpected comes, your story is not over. 

 *We are coming up on episode 100 of The Commons with Karla podcast. To celebrate we are recording our 100th episode LIVE. If you live in Reno, Nevada and want to join us for a behind the scenes peek at the making of an episode, this is your chance. If you want to experience the conversation in real time, meet prior guests, hear from new guests, and have an afternoon of fun, please join us at Mari Chuy’s Mexican Kitchen located in Midtown on Wednesday, February 1st. Come early for lunch or stay after for drinks. Recording will be from 2-4 pm. I hope to see you there!

Episode Highlights: 

 ●       Lisa’s family and background story

●       Speech Language Pathologist 

●       Grieving the loss of a friend

●       Celebrating being cancer free!

●       Lisa’s cancer journey 

●       Goals - pick one thing a month that scares me/gets me excited 

●       What Lisa is reading- The Power of Moments

●       What Lisa is looking forward to

 Find More on The Commons with Karla:

 ●       On IG @karla_osorno

Thank you for listening! Please subscribe, rate and review The Commons with Karla Podcast on Apple or Spotify. Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and greatly appreciated. For show notes, go to karlaosorno.com/podcast.

 Thanks to our Sponsor:

Memory Lane Chats is the best way to record the story of your family. Knowing the story we were born into and understanding the people who came before us is powerful, beautiful, and healing. Invite your loved one to tell their stories at MemoryLaneChats.com. Stories matter and Memory Lane Chats wants to help you tell yours to future generations. 

Being a stay-at-home mom is a job that is so rewarding and beautiful but can also be filled with a bit of chaos and challenges. Today’s guest, Amy, is in this current season of being home with littles and talks with us about the ups and downs of being a stay-at-home mom.  Amy and her husband have a 4-year-old, 2-year-old and one on the way. Amy shares the challenges of balancing a social calendar, keeping up with the house, and making time to be intentional with the kids. I have a feeling that a lot of us can relate. I hope this episode encourages you, if you’re also in the thick of this season, that you are enough and you are doing enough. 

Episode Highlights: 

●       Amy’s family 

●       Amy’s childhood 

●       Being a stay-at-home mom 

●       Spending quality time with your children 

●       MOPS Group (Mothers of preschoolers) 

●       The challenges of being a stay-at-home mom

●       Staying connected with community

Episodes Mentioned: 

●       #55: What Adventure are You Being Called to Next? with Lisa

●       #60: You are Not Your Emotions with Katie

Find More on The Commons with Karla:

●       On IG @karla_osorno

Thank you for listening! Please subscribe, rate and review The Commons with Karla Podcast on Apple or Spotify. Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and greatly appreciated. For show notes, go to karlaosorno.com/podcast.

 
Thanks to our Sponsor:

Memory Lane Chats is the best way to record the story of your family. Knowing the story we were born into and understanding the people who came before us is powerful, beautiful, and healing. Invite your loved one to tell their stories atMemoryLaneChats.com. Stories matter and Memory Lane Chats wants to help you tell yours to future generations. 

Today I am welcoming back Melanie, a previous guest from episode 87. She  is back at The Commons talking about the work she is doing to empower women around the globe out of poverty and human trafficking. Melanie shares her why, what, and how. Together we can expand awareness and take action that makes a difference. We hope our conversation brings clarity to you about the problem and what your role can be in this important work to end human trafficking.

Episode Highlights: 

●       What is human trafficking? 

●       Trauma bonding 

●       In Pursuit of Love by Rebecca Bender 

●       Red flags to look for 

●       Prevention

●       Melanie’s why 

●       Until All Are Set Free January 21, 2023

●       Awaken, Inc in Reno  

●       Elevate Academy Rebecca Bender

●       National Human Trafficking Hotline 1-888-373-7888

●       Anti-Human Trafficking Conference - Until All Are Set Free

●       Human Trafficking Awareness and Prevention 2023 Summit

●       Manipulation of Maslow’s Hierarchy

●       Every Woman a Theologian 

Find more on Guest:

●       Link to Sharing HOPE with Mel

●       Melanie’s Trades of Hope Website

●       Melanie on IG @MelanieSunukjian

●       Facebook Group SharingHopeWithMel

Find More on The Commons with Karla:

●       On IG @karla_osorno

Thank you for listening! Please subscribe, rate and review The Commons with Karla Podcast on Apple or Spotify. Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and greatly appreciated. For show notes, go to karlaosorno.com/podcast.

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Have you ever made a New Year’s Resolution that was fitness related, only to fall short of that goal within the first few months of the year? 

Today, I am talking with Sarah Carne, a fitness coach. Sarah loves to encourage busy women to feel empowered to take care of themselves through fitness and nutrition along with self care. Sarah shares her story and why she is so passionate about fitness. Together we explore the what, why, and how of fitness with the hope that you will find the right plan and motivation to care for yourself - for life. I hope this episode motivates you to prioritize your health. 

Episode Highlights: 

●       Sarah’s family and background story

●       Making time for yourself 

●       Eating more one ingredient foods

●       What is fitness?

●       Why does fitness matter?

●       What is driving your fitness journey?

●       What Sarah is reading 

●       What Sarah is looking forward to 

Find more on Guest:

●       Sarah on IG @lift.tacos.run.nachos

●       Fitness training with Sarah at Swët Fitness in Reno

Find More on The Commons with Karla:

 ●       On IG @karla_osorno

●       Coaching with Karla 

Thank you for listening! Please subscribe, rate and review The Commons with Karla Podcast on Apple or Spotify. Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and greatly appreciated. For show notes, go to karlaosorno.com/podcast.

Thanks to our Sponsor:

Memory Lane Chats is the best way to record the story of your family. Knowing the story we were born into and understanding the people who came before us is powerful, beautiful, and healing. Invite your loved one to tell their stories atMemoryLaneChats.com.  Stories matter and Memory Lane Chats wants to help you tell yours to future generations. 

Have you been feeling weary? If so, then this episode is for you. 

Welcome to our first episode of 2023! Today I am welcoming two guests back to the show - Amy Lathrop and Crystal Ricciardi. It is the beginning of 2023 and many women are reflecting and refocusing on the year ahead. Amy, Crystal, and I talk about our process for reflection. Then we take a deep dive into the topic of rest. Some of us are tired physically, emotionally, or spiritually from the past few years. We take the time to discuss how we define rest for ourselves, and practical tips to guide you to rest. I hope this episode encourages you to do something that fills your cup. 

Episode Highlights:  

●       Permission to rest

●       Process of Reflecting on the past year 

●       Choosing a Focus Word for the New Year

●       People pleasing can lead to exhaustion 

●       Physical symptoms of weariness

●       Defining rest

●       What Crystal and Amy are reading 

Find more on Guest and episodes mentioned:

●       Amy Lathrop website

●       Crystal Ricciardi website

●       Reflect & Refocus Resource

●       #9: Wellness and Connection with Crystal 

●       #62: Do You Have a Healthy Relationship with Food? With Crystal

●       #80: Do You Have a Deep Desire to Live an Abundant Life? With Amy and Crystal

●       #94: Bonus Episode: Do you have a Focus Word for 2023? 

●       Rooted Life - Retreat and Resources for physical, emotional, and relational health

●       Free 10 Day Connection Challenge - subscribe to get all the news and updates 

For show notes, go to karlaosorno.com/podcast.

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Welcome to this week’s Bonus Episode! It is the week between Christmas and New Year’s. If you are like me, you are carving out some time to reflect on 2022 and consider your plans for 2023. For some of you that will mean setting goals - for one or more areas of your life. For others you will keep marching on - taking one day at a time and creating zero goals or plans. For others you will choose a focus or mantra for the year. In the event you want to do the same, I wanted to share a little about my focus word process with you. I hope this episode will encourage you to take on the New Year with hope and confidence. 

Episode Highlights: 

●       Setting goals 

●       New Years 

●       What is a focus word?

●       Choosing a focus word

Find More on The Commons with Karla:

●       On IG @karla_osorno

Thank you for listening! Please subscribe, rate and review The Commons with Karla Podcast on Apple or Spotify. Ratings and reviews are extremely helpful and greatly appreciated. For show notes, go to karlaosorno.com/podcast.