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- #42 Middles Part 02 Wrap-Up
In this episode, I recap the Middle section of the podcast; what stood out to me, and more.
I can't wait to share the Endings part coming this September!
Connect with Michaela: Check-In Pages | Newsletter | Instagram | Website12 min - #41 The Secret to Writing the Middle of a Story
There's a FREEBIE mentioned in this show that you can get here! Seeing the Hero + Villain Parts of Your Personality --- a guide to understanding each Enneagram Types' hero + villain traits.
Want an easy journaling page with only 4 questions a month!? Click here to get your free check-in page
In this episode, I talk about:
- The 5 Secrets for Authors from an article from TheWritePlace.com called The Secret to Writing the Middle of a Story --> click here to read <-- and how we can relate that to where we are
The 5 Secrets are:
- Add an abrasive character
- Undermine your character's strength
- Prey on your character's weakness
- Complicate the situation
- Revitalize your story's saggy middle
- How to navigate abrasive characters in our life
- Turning weaknesses into strengths with the help of the Enneagram
- Challenging ourselves to learn + grow
- Finding strength + positivity in complicated situations
- Persevering the saggy middle of our stories
Connect with Michaela: Seeing the Hero + Villain Parts of Your Personality | Check-In Pages | Newsletter | Instagram | Website
16 min - #40 Life-Saving Hacks for the Middle
Today I'll be sharing the life-saving hacks that are helping me right now in a difficult season --- no matter where you are, you're not alone!
Also, I share an easy journaling page I've created called Monthly Check-In Pages where through this 4-question guide you can become a better journaler with this simple practice.
Get your FREE Monthly Check-In Page here!
Connect with Michaela: Newsletter | Instagram | Website
7 min - #39 The Myth of Having it All (Balancing Work + Life) with Kiri Mohan
Welcome to the Middle Series!
I am excited to introduce you to Kiri Mohan, Freelance Coach + Founder of Corporate2Contract, on today's episode.
Kiri Mohan helps women freelancers with a corporate background take their contractor business from surviving to thriving. Her Corporate2Contract Core and Collective programs guide women in growing their freelance businesses to set them up for success, earn an income over six figures and get more time back in their day. When not working on her courses or leading women, she is podcasting (Her Balanced Hustle Podcast) drinking tea and reading books.
We talk about:
- Starting a freelancing business
- Balancing work + personal life
- Escaping into fantasy: the power of books
- How Star Wars impacted Kiri’s life
- We also do a mini Enneagram Typing Session!
Book Mention: Lean in: Women, Work, and the Will to Lead
Connect with Kiri: Instagram | LinkedIn | Website | Her Balanced Hustle Podcast
Connect with Michaela: Newsletter | Instagram | Website
56 min - #38 The Power of Visual Media for Effective Storytelling with Haley Kluge
Welcome to the Middle Series!
I am excited to introduce you to Haley Kluge on today's episode.
Based in Los Angeles, Haley Kluge is an award-winning creative director spearheading creative endeavors at Variety magazine. She is the youngest and first female creative director in its 118-year history. She has previously worked at Netflix, Men’s Health, Cosmopolitan and Good Housekeeping. In 2023, she was recognized as a Forbes 30 Under 30 and an American Society of Magazine Editors NEXT Journalist. She holds a degree in journalism and graphic design from Michigan State University. Outside of work, she can be found chugging Diet Coke or seeing a Broadway show.
We talk about:
Haley’s career in the Magazine Industry
New York vs. L.A.
Being open to new experiences + opportunities
The creative process + problem-solving
The power of visuals in conveying info + emotion
Connect with Haley: Instagram | Facebook | Website
Connect with Michaela: Newsletter | Instagram | Website
50 min - #37 Seeking Adventure in the Middle with Amanda + Greg Dowell
Welcome to the Middle Series!
I'm so excited to welcome back Amanda (Type 8) + welcome her husband Greg (Type 3). You might remember Amanda from episode #11: you can listen to it here.
Greg and Amanda approach each season of their life together with a spirit of adventure, choosing to be open to all opportunities that became available. They have been married for almost 30 years with one daughter. Greg spent the majority of his professional career as an executive with publicly traded real estate companies and Amanda worked as a designer before staying at home and focusing on jobs as an independent contractor.Although technically “retired”, life continues to be extremely full. Greg spends 3 months out of the year in Greece and Turkey working with a refugee ministry and Amanda is a Certified Enneagram Coach with a passion for working with young adults. Both have a passion for international and domestic travel. Their recent “yes” to adventure was moving to Auburn Alabama where their daughter began medical school. They are enjoying the energy of a university town and exploring all the area has to offer.We talk about:- Their experiences and insights on navigating life's transitions and choices, particularly through the lens of their Enneagram types.
- The importance of self-awareness, communication, and gut instincts in coping with change, and highlight the value of leaning into adventure and reframing mindsets.
- The younger generation's desire for empathy and self-awareness, and the benefits of understanding one's Enneagram number in relationships and personal growth.
- And so much more!
Book Mention: Necessary Endings by Dr. Henry Cloud
Connect with Amanda: Instagram
Connect with Michaela: Newsletter | Instagram | Website57 min - #36 Living with Grit, Grace + Gratitude with Ro Elliott
Welcome to the Middle Series!
I am excited to re-introduce you to Ro Elliott (Type 2) on today's episode. Ro was a guest on Don't Worry You're Enough + you can listen to that episode here!
Ro + her husband have been married for 43 years + have 5 children + 9 children. When her youngest turned 18, Ro found herself feeling lost. She went on an incredible journey to rediscover her identity + what life had in store for her. Ro pursued her Narrative Focus trauma Care certificate from the Allender Center. This allowed her to gain a deeper understanding of trauma and its impact on individuals. Additionally, she became certified as an Enneagram Coach, which has been a fulfilling endeavor for her. Between family + coaching, Ro is living her best renewed joy-filled life!
We talk about:
- Life at 66 living with grit, grace + gratitude
- Perceptions about mothers after they become empty nesters + what's next for them
- Combatting feeling lost by finding your purpose
- How the Enneagram transforms marriages
Book Mention: One Thousand Gifts by Ann Voskamp
Connect with Ro: Instagram
Connect with Michaela: Newsletter | Instagram | Website
56 min - #35 Practical Ways to Navigate the Middle with Amy Nabors
Welcome to the Middle Series!
I am excited to re-introduce you to Amy Nabors (Type 1) on today's episode. Amy was a guest on Don't Worry You're Enough + you can listen to that episode here!
Amy is an Enneagram coach & facilitator for The 6 Types of Working Genius. She helps teams & leaders overcome the challenges that keep them overwhelmed, stressed out, & burned out so they can live and lead with more purpose & peace.We talk about:
- Amy turning 50
- Working towards leaving a full-time job for coaching
- What society says about being in the middle
- Amy's rebel spirit + what she's doing to combat it
Amy's Practical Ways to Navigate the Middle
- Meditation
- Prayer
- Making the bed
- Exercising
*Also, creating a morning + evening routine!*
Book Mention: The Midnight Library by Matt Haig
Connect with Amy: Instagram | Facebook | Website
Connect with Michaela: Newsletter | Instagram | Website
55 min - #34 Beginnings Part 1 Wrap Up
In this episode, I recap the Beginnings part of the podcast; what stood out to me, and more.
I can't wait to share the Middle part coming next episode!
Connect with Michaela: Newsletter | Instagram | Website
10 min - #33 Subtypes + Meta Self-Help with Adam Scarchilli
Adam is a passionate person. His many interests include tennis, piano, dancing, chess, and the Rubik’s Cube. His technical abilities in math led him to major in Statistics at Michigan State University and start an analytics career. However, he’s realized that he is more driven by harnessing his creativity and working with others. He is in a period of "new beginnings" as an enneagram coach and being active across Oakland University where he studies jazz piano.
In this episode, we talk about:
- Adam's 6-year journey in landing on his Type
- His knowledge of Instinctual Subtypes + how that made all the difference in his life
- The masculine + feminine aspects of Type 4 + how we're shifting our views from what society has always told us to what we're discovering for ourselves
Connect with Adam: Blog
Connect with Michaela: Newsletter | Instagram | Website
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About Your Story Matters
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Hello + Welcome! Your Story Matters Podcast is for story lovers + storytellers as we work through life from its perspectives, seasons of life, relationships + more. My hope for this show is that we…
will experience the power of storytelling + understand that we are the main characters in our own stories to break free from the false narratives.