The Sow to Speak Podcast with Kristy Mandour

The Sow to Speak Podcast with Kristy Mandour

By Kristy MandourEducationSelf-Improvement
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The Sow to Speak Podcast with Kristy Mandour episodes

  • Ep. 89 - It's Never Too Late to Turn that Dream Into a Reality

    We're diving into a theme that resonates with every high achiever out there—why it's never too late to go after your dreams. Get ready for some practical and actionable ways to befriend your dreams, all while sprinkling in some inspirational stories of those who proved age is just a number.


    This is a short and sweet solo episode that I hope jump-starts your 2024 with go get 'em passion!


    Happy Listening!


    Ready to invest in yourself to create the impact you're here to make? Jump on a chemistry call with me to learn more about my three-month emotional intelligence coaching package tailored for creative leaders and entrepreneurs.

    https://calendly.com/kmandour/chemistrycall


    Scriptor Publishing Group

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    **Special for Sow to Speak listeners: Take a look and save $250 on their From Polished to Print book package here: ⁠⁠⁠https://ll107.isrefer.com/go/p2p250/kristym/⁠

    16 min
  • Ep. 88 - The Transformative Power of Listening to Your True Voice with Michelle Rios

    As we step into the new year, are you feeling that inner nudge to dance to the beat of your own drum instead of getting lost in the noise around you? Well, get ready for an episode that's the spark you've been waiting for.


    Today, I'm hanging out with the incredible Michelle Rios – entrepreneur, executive coach, and the host of The Live Your Extraordinary Life podcast. We're wrapping up the year with a chat that goes straight to the core, leaving you feeling not just connected with yourself but also with the beautiful tapestry of humanity we're all a part of.

    We're diving into the good stuff:

    • Recognizing the moment when it's time to take that bold leap of faith and trust the quiet strength within.
      • Shifting gears to become the observer in your own life – it's a game-changer in how you see yourself and those around you.
        • Unraveling the magical role your soul plays in guiding you towards a purpose-filled life.
        • This episode isn't just a listen; it's a reminder of the timeless power that comes from sharing our stories and having the courage to reveal our true selves.

          So, kick back and get ready for a conversation that might just be the invitation you've been waiting for. Happy listening!


          Learn more about Michelle here.


          Ready to invest in yourself with a three-month energy leadership coaching experience?

          Set up a call with me here to learn more.



          **Special for Sow to Speak listeners: Take a look and save $250 on Scriptor Publishing's From Polished to Print book package here:


          1 hr 7 min
        • Ep. 86 - How to Learn to Receive During the Holidays and Beyond

          In this short and sweet solo episode, I'm going to be sharing with you two practical exercises to support you in strengthening your receiving muscles through gratitude practices. It can be tricky to receive, especially when you pride yourself on being a giver. I share a reframe, too, that may help you be a bit more willing to receive this holiday season and beyond.


          Happy Listening!


          Grab my Get Ahead of the Holi-daze free video chock-full of emotional intelligence and mindset strategies to offer you instant relief.


          RATE + REVIEW

          Be sure to add a rating and review, as this helps other fellow passionate high-achievers find the podcast too. (If listening on Apple podcasts: Go to the main show page and scroll down to the bottom. Click on “Write a review,” and you’re good to go.)


          SEND IN Q'S ON EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE + MINDSET

          I LOVE hearing from you! Have questions you want me to cover on emotional intelligence and mindset? Send them my way, and I'll create an episode just for you.

          DM me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kristymandour/

          Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristy-mandour-04836916b/ 

          Learn more and follow Sow to Speak here: https://linktr.ee/kristymandour


          WORK WITH ME

          Looking for how to work with me 1:1 or in a group?

          Set up a chemistry call to see if we're a solid fit: https://calendly.com/kmandour/chemistrycall






          13 min
        • Ep. 85 - Quieting Your Ego So You Can Continue to Grow and Reach Your Goals

          In this solo episode, I dive into three strategies to support you in continuing to pursue your dreams and goals without having your ego take you down.


          WE COVER:

          Understanding the Ego

          • Uncover the science behind the ego's resistance to change.
          • Explore the role of the amygdala in responding to fear.
          • Setting the stage for a healthier relationship with the ego.
          • Exercise 1 - Mindful Awareness

            • Dive into a practical exercise: Select a challenging situation and reflect daily.
            • Discover the transformative power of mindfulness in reshaping the brain's structure and fostering self-awareness.
            • Exercise 2 - Personifying Your Ego

              • Engage in a practical exercise: Personify your ego with a name or image.
              • Delve into research insights from the Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, highlighting the benefits of externalizing thoughts.
              • Exercise 3 - Affirmations and Visualization

                • Immerse yourself in a practical exercise: Craft positive affirmations and embrace visualization for mental rehearsal.
                • Uncover the science-backed benefits, supported by research from Carnegie Mellon University and the University of Chicago.
                • Happy Listening!


                  RESOURCES MENTIONED:

                  Sow to Speak's Core Values Exercise


                  Grab my FREE "Get Ahead of the Holi-daze" Video, where I walk you through my favorite emotional intelligence and mindset strategies to have you sail through the holidays and beyond.


                  Be sure to add a rating and review, as this helps other fellow passionate high-achievers find the podcast too. (If listening on Apple podcasts: Go to the main show page and scroll down to the bottom. Click on “Write a review,” and you’re good to go.)


                  SEND IN Q'S ON EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE + MINDSET

                  I LOVE hearing from you! Have questions you want me to cover on emotional intelligence and mindset? Send them my way, and I'll create an episode just for you.

                  DM me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kristymandour/

                  Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristy-mandour-04836916b/ 

                  WORK WITH ME

                  Looking for how to work with me 1:1 or in a group?

                  Set up a chemistry call to see if we're a solid fit: https://calendly.com/kmandour/chemistrycall

                  Scriptor Publishing Group

                  Connect with Scriptor Publishing Group here: www.scriptorpublishinggroup.com

                  **Special for Sow to Speak listeners: Take a look and save $250 on their From Polished to Print book package here: ⁠⁠⁠https://ll107.isrefer.com/go/p2p250/kristym/⁠


                  28 min
                • Ep. 84 - Transforming Tragedy Into Inspiration with Heidi Low

                  Have you been wanting to run a retreat but not sure where to start? Maybe you start designing the retreat and get stuck on how to price it. Then this episode is for you!


                  In this episode, I sit down with retreat curator Heidi Low as she shares the courageous story that led her to the work that she does today. Heidi offers insight and expert advice that will leave you feeling more confident and clear on how to have your retreat up and running in no time.


                  EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS

                  • Heidi shares how losing her daughter, Alison, from a brain tumor twenty years ago led her to passionately create retreats for bereaved parents.

                    • Heidi takes us through her authentic style of grieving that helped her to move through this traumatic experience so that she could "thrive, not just survive."

                      • We share how to genuinely and confidently create a safe space for people to feel at ease to share at their comfort level.

                        • We dive into the challenges that often surface when you're thinking of running a retreat, and Heidi offers solutions to help you navigate the inevitable hurdles that arise.

                        • Happy Listening!


                          Learn more about Heidi, her new podcast, "Falling Apart or Falling Into Place," and her January three-day challenge here:

                          https://heidilow.com/

                          https://www.instagram.com/heidichristinalow/


                          Be sure to add a rating and review, as this helps other fellow passionate overthinking high-achievers find the podcast too. (If listening on Apple podcasts: Go to the main show page and scroll down to the bottom. Click on “Write a review,” and you’re good to go.)




                          SEND IN Q'S ON EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE + MINDSET

                          I LOVE hearing from you! Have questions you want me to cover on emotional intelligence and mindset? Send them my way, and I'll create an episode just for you.

                          DM me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kristymandour/

                          Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristy-mandour-04836916b/ 

                          Learn more and follow Sow to Speak here: https://linktr.ee/kristymandour

                          WORK WITH ME

                          Looking for how to work with me 1:1 or in a group?

                          Set up a chemistry call to see if we're a solid fit: https://calendly.com/kmandour/chemistrycall

                          Scriptor Publishing Group

                          Connect with Scriptor Publishing Group here: www.scriptorpublishinggroup.com

                          **Special for Sow to Speak listeners: Take a look and save $250 on their From Polished to Print book package here: ⁠⁠https://ll107.isrefer.com/go/p2p250/kristym/



                          48 min
                        • Ep. 83 - Leading with Creativity and Inspiration with Kristy Mandour (Guest Interviewer Kaysie Seitz Brown)

                          In this episode, we're turning the tables and I'm being interviewed by my dear friend, Kaysie Seitz Brown for the concluding episode of the "Create Like a Mother" special series as part of her doctorate in Dance Education at Columbia University.


                          EPISODE HIGHLIGHTS

                          • Explore the roots of Sow to Speak and discover the journey that brought it to life.
                          • Uncover the powerful role of creativity and play as the superhighway to building trust and connection.
                          • Delve into the discussion on leadership and the critical importance of setting the stage for a connected culture.
                          • Learn why being a leader who fosters consistent feedback and reflection is more vital than ever in today's dynamic environment.

                          • Sit back, relax, and enjoy this insightful and inspiring conversation that wraps up the special series on a high note.


                            Be sure to add a rating and review, as this helps other fellow heart-centered, high-achievers find the podcast too. (If listening on Apple podcasts: Go to the main show page and scroll down to the bottom. Click on “Write a review,” and you’re good to go.)





                            SEND IN Q'S ON EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE + MINDSET

                            I LOVE hearing from you! Have questions you want me to cover on emotional intelligence and mindset? Send them my way, and I'll create an episode just for you.

                            DM me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kristymandour/

                            Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristy-mandour-04836916b/ 

                            Learn more and follow Sow to Speak here: https://linktr.ee/kristymandour


                            Scriptor Publishing Group

                            Connect with Scriptor Publishing Group here: www.scriptorpublishinggroup.com

                            **Special for Sow to Speak listeners: Take a look and save $250 on their From Polished to Print book package here: ⁠⁠https://ll107.isrefer.com/go/p2p250/kristym/


                            56 min
                          • Ep. 82 - Awakening Your Divine Feminine with Gina Rossi (Create Like a Mother Special Series)

                            “What we’re always trying to do in Kundalini yoga and in life, even with our breath, our dancing... is find that rhythm. Find the rhythm in life, our bodies, our speech, our breath.”


                            In this episode, we delve into various ways to access your creativity and connect with the Divine Feminine. Our guest, Gina Rossi, is a Kundalini yoga and meditation instructor, as well as the recently established founder of Sacred Lotus Flower—a comprehensive platform dedicated to exploring and harnessing the healing properties of this powerful flower.

                            Gina emphasizes the significance of personal time and individual pursuits for a satisfying life, as well as shares the positive impact that her alternative upbringing continues to have on her life.


                            Tune in to gain valuable insights as she discusses the delicate balance between family support and personal development, along with the transformative impact of Kundalini yoga and meditation.


                            Happy Listening!


                            Learn more about Gina Here:

                            Follow Gina on Facebook and Instagram.

                            Sacred Lotus Flower


                            *RESOURCE MENTIONED*

                            Mindful Movement (sleep meditations and more)

                            CREATE LIKE A MOTHER


                            This special series is focused on how creative care is THE essential self-care for all of us mamas out there to feel peace, JOY, and stability when we can quickly lose ourselves in the swampy land of over-functioning.

                            Each week, I’ll sit down with a guest who shares support and love in how staying true to yourself and what lights you up creatively while doing ALL the things is the relief you’ve been craving.

                            Be sure to add a rating and review, as this helps other fellow heart-centered, high-achievers find the podcast too. (If listening on Apple podcasts: Go to the main show page and scroll down to the bottom. Click on “Write a review,” and you’re good to go.)

                            SEND IN Q'S ON EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE + MINDSET

                            I LOVE hearing from you! Have questions you want me to cover on emotional intelligence and mindset? Send them my way, and I'll create an episode just for you.

                            DM me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kristymandour/

                            Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristy-mandour-04836916b/ 

                            Learn more and follow Sow to Speak here: https://linktr.ee/kristymandour


                            WORK WITH ME

                            Looking for how to work with me 1:1 or in a group?

                            Set up a chemistry call to see if we're a solid fit: https://calendly.com/kmandour/chemistrycall


                            Scriptor Publishing Group

                            Connect with Scriptor Publishing Group here: www.scriptorpublishinggroup.com

                            **Special for Sow to Speak listeners: Take a look and save $250 on their From Polished to Print book package here: ⁠⁠https://ll107.isrefer.com/go/p2p250/kristym/

                            1 hr 3 min
                          • Ep. 81 - How to Relate to Your Future Self in a Whole New Way

                            In this small yet mighty solo episode, I'm sharing one of the most powerful questions that I've recently come across to help you connect to your future self in a whole new way.


                            Have a listen and be sure to let me know what you think by DMing me on IG, Linkedin, or good ol' email.


                            **Grab my ten-minute guided emotional intelligence exercise here to support you in getting out of your head and back into your life.


                            RESOURCE MENTIONED

                            Book: Jamie Varon's Radically Content: Being Satisfied in an Endlessly Dissatisfied World


                            When you're done listening, it would be awesome if you would add a rating and review, as this helps other fellow heart-centered, high-achievers find the podcast and some relief too. (If listening on Apple podcasts: Go to the main show page and scroll down to the bottom. Click on “Write a review,” and you’re good to go.)


                            SEND IN Q'S ON EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE + MINDSET

                            I LOVE hearing from you! Have questions you want me to cover on emotional intelligence and mindset? Send them my way, and I'll create an episode just for you.

                            DM me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kristymandour/

                            Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristy-mandour-04836916b/ 

                            Learn more and follow Sow to Speak here: https://linktr.ee/kristymandour

                            WORK WITH ME

                            Looking for how to work with me 1:1 or in a group?

                            Set up a chemistry call to see if we're a solid fit: https://calendly.com/kmandour/chemistrycall

                            Scriptor Publishing Group

                            Connect with Scriptor Publishing Group here: www.scriptorpublishinggroup.com

                            **Special for Sow to Speak listeners: Take a look and save $250 on their From Polished to Print book package here: ⁠⁠https://ll107.isrefer.com/go/p2p250/kristym/



                            16 min
                          • Ep. 80 - Uncovering Your Path to True Fulfillment with Kena Paranjape (Create Like a Mother Special Series)

                            "There's a longing, y'know. It becomes a question of 'What would it look like to live the full expression of who I am?' And I think it takes a lot of support to explore those questions because I don’t think that anybody can figure that out on their own.”


                            Do you ever find yourself pondering, "What would it look like to live the full expression of who I am?" It's a burning question that's been on the minds of so many!


                            Well, guess what? Today's your lucky day! We're about to unleash an explosion of inspiration and self-discovery with the one and only Kena Paranjape, the extraordinary founder of All You Are.

                            Kena's not just an empowerment coach and speaker. She's a guiding light for high-achieving women at the pivotal midlife point, helping them unleash their dormant dreams. These are the powerhouses who've conquered mountains but still seek that elusive fulfillment.

                            Kena is the real deal. She's down-to-earth, open-hearted, and creates a safe space like nobody's business. You'll soon see why so many women turn to her for guidance.

                            During our conversation, Kena shares her story of resilience, discusses why many women in midlife feel stuck, and explains how she helps them break free. 🗝️ We'll also talk about how embracing the joy of meandering can spark your intuition.

                            Get ready for some down-to-earth inspiration!


                            Learn more about Kena here:

                            https://www.allyouare.ca/

                            IG: kena_allyouare


                            SOW TO SPEAK:

                            When you're done listening, be sure to add a rating and review, as this helps other fellow heart-centered, high-achieving overthinkers find the podcast too. (If listening on Apple podcasts: Go to the main show page and scroll down to the bottom. Click on “Write a review,” and you’re good to go.)


                            SEND IN Q'S ON EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE + MINDSET

                            I LOVE hearing from you! Have questions you want me to cover on emotional intelligence and mindset? Send them my way, and I'll create an episode just for you.

                            DM me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kristymandour/

                            Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristy-mandour-04836916b/ 

                            Learn more and follow Sow to Speak here: https://linktr.ee/kristymandour


                            WORK WITH ME

                            Looking for how to work with me 1:1 or in a group?

                            Set up a chemistry call to see if we're a solid fit: https://calendly.com/kmandour/chemistrycall

                            Scriptor Publishing Group

                            Connect with Scriptor Publishing Group here: www.scriptorpublishinggroup.com

                            **Special for Sow to Speak listeners: Take a look and save $250 on their From Polished to Print book package here: ⁠⁠https://ll107.isrefer.com/go/p2p250/kristym/

                            54 min
                          • Ep. 79 - How to Find True Contentment Without Fearing Complacency

                            Life is a constant balancing act, especially for us heart-centered high achievers and overthinkers. We often find ourselves on the path of relentless striving and self-improvement, which can lead to burnout and a sense of never truly being satisfied.


                            In this episode, I want to help you understand the difference between contentment and complacency and provide you with strategies to notice and practice that difference.


                            Because, our kind's natural inclination is toward consistent progress and personal growth, it's crucial to recognize when our pursuit of improvement has crossed the line into unhealthy perfectionism, leading us into a cycle of restlessness and discontent. Slippery slope, for sure.


                            So added in is one of my favorite word swaps from Dr. Shauna Shapiro to have you reframe the way you look at "self-improvement."


                            If you found value in this episode, please share it with your fellow heart-centered high achievers and overthinkers. Together, we can create a world where contentment and fulfillment coexist with ambition and achievement.

                            Take care of your hearts, nurture your spirits, and remember, you are worthy of a life that's both purposeful and joyful.


                            RESOURCES mentioned in this episode:

                            Dr. Shauna Shapiro (author of Good Morning, I Love You)

                            Katherine Morgan Schafler (author of The Perfectionist's Guide to Losing Control: A Path to Peace and Power)


                            ABOUT SOW TO SPEAK

                            When you're done listening, be sure to add a rating and review so others can also find the podcast. (For Apple listeners, scroll down the main page of the show and click on "Write a review").


                            SEND IN Q'S ON EMOTIONAL INTELLIGENCE + MINDSET

                            I LOVE hearing from you! Have questions you want me to cover on emotional intelligence and mindset? Send them my way, and I'll create an episode just for you.

                            DM me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kristymandour/

                            Connect on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristy-mandour-04836916b/ 

                            Learn more and follow Sow to Speak here: https://linktr.ee/kristymandour


                            WORK WITH ME

                            Looking for how to work with me 1:1 or in a group?

                            Set up a chemistry call to see if we're a solid fit: https://calendly.com/kmandour/chemistrycall


                            Scriptor Publishing Group

                            Connect with Scriptor Publishing Group here: www.scriptorpublishinggroup.com

                            **Special for Sow to Speak listeners: Take a look and save $250 on their From Polished to Print book package here: ⁠⁠https://ll107.isrefer.com/go/p2p250/kristym/

                            35 min

                          About The Sow to Speak Podcast with Kristy Mandour

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