Why Arizona Podcast

"You don't get extra credit for suffering" - Tracy O'Malley

Welcome back to Why Arizona! Today, host Ashley Law sat down with addiction recovery coach Tracy O'Malley. Tracy has a vivacious personality that she uses to bring out the best in her clients and help them on their road to recovery. In this episode she talks about overcoming the fear of telling your story, raising your children, recognizing your triggers, and going back to your roots.

Show Notes:

• Can You Pass Addiction Along To Your Kids?
• What Does It Mean To Be a Warrior?
• Is There Only Good or Bad People?
• What Is a Trigger?
• How Do You Spot A Trigger?
• What Does It Mean To Be a Victim?
• What Is Trauma?
• What Are Tracy O'Malley's Services?
• What Is a Season Of Silence?
• What Does "Fine" Mean?
• Is It Hard To Share Your Story?
• What Is Tracy O'Malley's Book Called?

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Connect With Tracy:

Instagram: @tracy_omalley 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/tracy.omalley

Website: http://www.tracyomalley.com/

Her Book: Grace, Grit, Guts: From F**ked Up To Freedom

"Confidence is built in other ways - not just pant size." - Taylor Stone

On today's episode host Ashley Law sat down with former NFL cheerleader, turned mind/body coach Taylor Stone. Stone's love for health and wellness started her journey into coaching women on manifesting the life they wish to have and the person they want to be. She provides tips on how to take action in your own life and being in the moment.

Show Notes:

- What started her interest in Exercise Science? - Why do we want what's on paper rather than experience? - Where do feelings come from? - How Taylor Stone Became A Coach - How to Find the "Real" Issue and Goal - Tools For Manifestation - EFT Tapping - How to be Grateful - How to Be Proactive and Not Reactive - What is trauma? - How to Treat Trauma - How to STOP Being a Perfectionist - Why We Question Ourselves? - Difference Between Fear and Intuition - What is "Inspired Action" - How Taylor Manifest - How to Gain Confidence

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Connect With Taylor:

Instagram: @taylor.o.stone

https://www.instagram.com/taylor.o.stone/?hl=en

Facebook:

https://www.facebook.com/taylor.stone27

Website:

http://innergoddesshealth.com

Podcast: Vibe Higher

https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/vibe-higher-health-self-love-confidence-motivation/id1433999392?mt=2

Email: [email protected]

Also Mentioned:

Abraham Hicks: Websites:

https://www.abraham-hicks.com/

YouTube Page:

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1_ilBZ4FMY_ukHfdygcHhg/videos

Dr. Joe Dispenza: Website:

https://drjoedispenza.com/

"If I'm going to be a real, true person, that's going to impact anybody, I've got to show them who I really am because I feel like more people can resonate with that." - Ashurina Ream

Ashley Law is sitting down with Ashurina Ream, Clinical Psychologist and fun person to follow on Instagram! :) She is a working Psychologist as well as a mom to her toddler, Roman. With an emphasis on providing tips for motherhood and mental health, Ashurina has set out on a mission to empower women to live boldly! And laugh a little, too. :)

Show Notes:

- Expectations Versus Reality of Being A Mom - What is most important to me? - What is social media lacking? - How to Not Take Yourself Too Seriously - How to Give Yourself Permission - How To Find Like - Minded People - Are you ever ready? - How to not be offended? - How to Communicate Better with Your Spouse - Why Being REAL Is More Important Than PERFECT - How to Be Creative - Why do we Mom-Shame? - Best Advice For New Mothers - How to Strengthen Your Relationship with Your Spouse - Why YOU are Your Own Self-Expert!

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Follow Ashurina on Instagram: @TheRomanMama

https://www.instagram.com/theromanmama

Connect with Ashley on Instagram: @speakupbuttercup_

https://www.instagram.com/speakupbuttercup_

"The reason that that marriage did not work out for me is because… I did not fully understand at the time… the actual root of self love. That relationship ending forced me, for the last five years, to go on a spiritual journey and understand really what my purpose here is." - Nicole Myden

Ashley Law is sitting down with Nicole Myden, the CEO and Founder of The PR Concierge and the host of the #PRpose Podcast! With two decades of PR experience and wisdom, Nicole has set out to make sure that the modern day entrepreneur knows that they are not only worthy of PR, but that they also understand how it works. In her own words, "Experience + Intention = Impact!"

Show Notes:

- What is The PR Concierge? - How did she get her first internship? - How did she start a PR business in L.A. at 25 years old? - Why ending her marriage has lead to more self-growth than any other time in her life! - How important is your environment? - What is PR? Defining Public Relations - Why You Should Become A Tourist In Your Own Town! - Launching the #PRpose Workshop Series - What is the key to GREAT PR? - Should I use video to grow my business? - Why is Phoenix an AMAZING MEDIA MARKET? - How to allow yourself to think big! - How do you find soulful alignment? - How do you find your "Why?" - Why should you celebrate small wins?

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Follow Nicole Myden on Instagram: @NicoleMyden

https://www.instagram.com/nicolemyden

Find out more at her website:

https://theprconcierge.com/

Subscribe to the #PRpose Podcast:

https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/prpose-podcast/id1450190985?mt=2

"I'm not damaged goods. It was a bump in the road. I have not allowed it to consume who I am. I use my story and I embrace what happened to me. I use it to continue my foundation in a positive light… Through my foundation, I hope people will feel a little more comfortable talking about their experience." - Michelle Dimuria

Ashley Law is sitting down with Michelle DiMuria, the CEO and Founder of the Bee Daring Foundation. The Bee Daring Foundation is dedicated to bringing awareness and educating individuals about the importance of mental health on college campuses. After being diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in 2017, Michelle set out to be an example to others that when you speak up, you're letting other people know that they aren't alone.

Show Notes:

- What encouraged Michelle to start a foundation? - What is the "Pave The Way to Mental Health Summit?" - How did she win a ASU's Pitchfork Award? - How being a victim of sexual assault changed her life - Can anyone have PTSD? - How to begin to treat PTSD - Why Michelle tells stories through superheroes with Superhero Square - Why the name, Bee Daring Foundation - How to balance positivity and hard subjects - What is mental illness? - How to identify mental illness - Why opening up about your challenges helps others!

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Follow the Bee Daring Foundation on Facebook:

https://www.facebook.com/BeeDaringFoundation/

Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/beedaringfoundation/

Twitter:

https://twitter.com/bee_daring

Connect on her Website:

https://www.beedaringfoundation.org/

Reach out for more info:

[email protected]

Connect with Ashley on Instagram: @speakupbuttercup_

https://www.instagram.com/speakupbuttercup_/?hl=en

Other Links Mentioned: Arizona State University's Venture Devil Program:

https://entrepreneurship.asu.edu/launch/venture-devils

"How I defined myself at 38, I was a perfectionist. I was controlling. I was angry. I assumed this identity and this was just who I was. As a mom, as a woman, as a wife, this is who I was. Once I received my diagnosis… I began to understand those lightbulb moments of… I don't have to live this way!" - Dena Larsen Gazeley

Dena Larsen Gazely is a Mom, an Educator, Body Positivity Fitness Coach and the founder of All Bodies Consulting! She sits down for an intimate conversation with our host, Ashley Law, covering both of their journeys through eating disorders and their process of recovery. After suffering from multiple eating disorders from the ages of 8 - 38, Dena now empowers others to change their relationships with food, exercise, and the way we view our bodies!

Show Notes:

- When did Dena develop an eating disorder? - Are all disorders easy to spot? - Anorexia & Bulimia - Can too much fitness become a problem? - HOW CAN PARENTS SPOT EATING DISORDER BEHAVIOR? - What's required for recovery? - How do you define yourself? - How can we change what we believe about ourselves? - How to help others when they feel hopeless! - Binge Eating & Exercise Addiction - How to use GRATITUDE for self-talk! - How mindfulness can help us all! - What is All Bodies Consulting? - Why impacting even just 1 person will change your life!

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Follow Dena Larsen Gazeley on Facebook:

https://www.facebook.com/dena.larsengazeley

Follow All Bodies Consulting on Facebook:

https://www.facebook.com/allbodiesconsulting/

Connect on her Website:

https://allbodiesconsulting.weebly.com/

Connect with Ashley on Instagram: @speakupbuttercup_

https://www.instagram.com/speakupbuttercup_/?hl=en

Other Links Mentioned: Ophelia's Place:

https://www.opheliasplace.org/

Rosewood Centers For Eating Disorders:

https://www.rosewoodranch.com/

Mountainside Fitness:

https://mountainsidefitness.com/

"I believe that women are designed to create. It's how we're wired. I also believe that you and I will put our stamp on the world in a unique way, and my mission is to help you connect with your purpose and use it to positively impact the world." - Lindsey Schwartz

Lindsey Schwartz is a wellness entrepreneur, best-selling author, and the founder of the Powerhouse Women movement! She's diving in with your host of the Why Arizona Podcast, Ashley Law!

Show Notes:

- What inspired the "Powerhouse Woman" Book? - Having a "Perfect" Life and Not Being Happy - How to Lindsey Pivoted Her Career - Sharing the Hard Stuff - Why You Shouldn't Be Okay with Mediocrity - Why You Should Find Friends with Similar Goals - How to Overcome Excuses - Being Her Own PR Person - Why Collaboration Trumps Competition - How Can The Powerhouse Women Community Help You? - Why The World Needs Less Inspiration & More Real People - Why Women Thrive in a Community - How Did The Powerhouse Women Event Start? - Why You Should Be Using A Calendar!

Thank you so much for listening! If you got any value out of this conversation, please don't forget to leave us a review on iTunes:

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Follow Lindsey Schwartz on Instagram: @llindseyschwartz

https://www.instagram.com/llindseyschwartz/?hl=en

Visit Lindsey's Website:

https://www.lindseyschwartz.com/

Connect with Powerhouse Women on Instagram: @powerhouse_women

https://www.instagram.com/powerhouse_women/?hl=en

Get Your Tickets to the Next Powerhouse Women Event:

www.powerhousewomenevent.com

Connect with Ashley on Instagram: @speakupbuttercup_

https://www.instagram.com/speakupbuttercup_/?hl=en

"It's like a big weight is lifted off your shoulders when you can just be real and honest with yourself and with others. You're surprised with how many people are going through exactly what you are… Once you open up and let that guard down and share your experiences, it helps others relate to you as well and then they can feel more comforted in what they're going through." - Milbrey Rowe

Ashley Law had the opportunity to sit down with Milbrey Rowe to talk about her struggles with infertility and the success of her IVF journey!

Show Notes:

- Ashley Announcing Her Own Journey with Infertility - Why Open Conversations Will Help All of Us - When did Milbrey know she needed treatment for infertility? - What are the first steps to IVF? - Being Thankful for the Journey - The Importance of Communication with Your Spouse - How Struggling Makes Your Relationship Stronger - Does IVF Medication Affect Your Mood? - Why It's Okay to Be Frustrated - Why It's Important to Document Your Journey - What Made Milbrey Decide to Share Her Story Publicly? - How to Approach Friends Going Through IVF - Acupuncture and Infertility - Infertility Resources and Where To Buy Medication - Why You Have to Always Be Thinking Forward!

Thank you so much for listening! If you got any value out of this conversation, please don't forget to leave us a review on iTunes:

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Follow Milbrey's journey on Instagram: @milbreyrowe

https://www.instagram.com/milbreyrowe/?hl=en

Connect with Ashley on Instagram: @speakupbuttercup_

https://www.instagram.com/speakupbuttercup_/?hl=en

Other Resources Mentioned:

New Direction Fertility Centers:

http://www.newdirectionfertility.com/

Tempe Community Acupuncture:

https://tempeacu.com/

"IVF Arizona" Facebook Group:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/156147874739985/

"I have to start saying yes to things that scare me a little bit. It's about the little steps you take to continue to grow into things." - Sarah Edelman

Sarah Edelman is the owner and founder of Fluff Yeah, a company that specializes in making artisanal and premium cotton candy from scratch. She sits down with our host for season 2 of the Why Arizona Podcast, Ashley Law, to talk about building a side hustle into a business.

Show Notes:

- Why you have to be "All In" - How do you stay motivated? - How do you ask for support? - Why you should say YES to every opportunity - Can we really not care about what people think? - Is there a perfect time to start a business? - Advice to new entrepreneurs - Should you celebrate small wins? - How to say "NO" - Mental Resets - What kinds of Cotton Candy does Fluff Yeah make?

Thank you so much for listening! If you got any value out of this conversation, please don't forget to leave us a review on iTunes:

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Connect with Sarah Edelman on Instagram:

Personal: @sarahlikessugar

https://www.instagram.com/sarahlikessugar/?hl=en

Fluff Yeah: @fluffyeah_

https://www.instagram.com/fluffyeah_/?hl=en

Order Custom Cotton Candy from the Fluff Yeah Website:

https://www.fluffyeah.info/

Connect with Ashley on Instagram: @speakupbuttercup_

https://www.instagram.com/speakupbuttercup_/?hl=en

Books Mentioned:

You're Not Lost - Maxie McCoy

https://amzn.to/2CFhgEb

The Best Yes: Making Wise Decisions in the Midst of Endless Demands

https://amzn.to/2FW0mEF

After starting with a 5 gallon home brewing kit in her kitchen five years ago, you can now find Greenwood Brewing beer in over 50 locations in Arizona!

Ashley Law is sitting down with Megan Greenwood, the owner and founder of Greenwood Brewing. Megan is an alternative energy sales engineer who has turned her part time passion into what will soon be the Greenwood Brewery and Beer Garden in downtown Phoenix. Known for her flagship beer, "Herstory Brew," Megan is doing everything she can to bring more women into the craft brewing scene.

Show Notes:

- How did Greenwood Brewing start? - How important is great product? - How does she balance being an engineer and growing a brewery? - How to start a microbrewery in your garage - Making beer more approachable for women - How can we make beer less intimidating? - What's the difference between a logger and an ale? - Why is good beer a staple in great conversation? - "Herstory Brew" and where to find it!

Thank you so much for listening! If you got any value out of this conversation, please don't forget to leave us a review on iTunes:

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Find Where You Can Try Greenwood Brews:

https://www.greenwoodbrews.com/find-our-brew/

Instagram: @greenwoodbrewing

https://www.instagram.com/greenwoodbrewing/?hl=en

Megan Greenwood's Personal Instagram: @gwoodie

https://www.instagram.com/gwoodie/?hl=en

Connect with Ashley on Instagram: @speakupbuttercup_

https://www.instagram.com/speakupbuttercup_/?hl=en