As an entrepreneur coach and speaker, Dena Patton has valuable insights on how to take control of your business goals. Whether you're just starting out, in the midst of running a business, or considering closing up shop, Dena emphasized the importance of knowing your 'why' to achieve success. It's different for everyone, but finding that sense of purpose and direction and then applying the right tools and systems can be the key to reaching your goals and feeling fulfilled in your work. About the...
Aug 29, 2023•48 min•Season 1Ep. 156
Dr. Jessie Hehmeyer joins me to talk about functional medicine and having a more natural approach to transforming one’s health. Through her company, Well Empowered, Dr. Hehmeyer is passionate about guiding and assisting clients in experiencing life through individual health journeys tailored to them. If you want to work with Dr. Hehmeyer, mention the Chaos N’ Cookies podcast for an exclusive offer. About the Guest: Dr. Jessie Hehmeyer is the physician founder of Well Empowered, where she practic...
Aug 22, 2023•40 min•Season 1Ep. 155
With every chapter of our lives come challenges. Meg Gluckman joined me today to talk about our personal experiences and how to navigate parenting amidst a divorce. Meg is an expert in aiding moms during divorce and after through coaching and providing valuable resources to survive and thrive in the new chapter of their lives. About the Guest: Meg Gluckman (she/her) is a coach for moms after divorce. She's harnessed lessons from her own challenging divorce and parenting journey to help other mom...
Aug 15, 2023•1 hr 9 min•Season 1Ep. 154
Today on the podcast, I'm joined by author Sofia Bella Roma. As a practicing divorce attorney, she tapped into her passion for writing by creating her debut novel Mother Knows Worst. This novel is a fictional story based on her personal and professional experiences throughout her relationships and looking at divorce through a different lens. About the Guest: Sofia Bella Roma is a mom first. “Being a mom to my son is my most important job.” Sofia Bella Roma is a lawyer in North Carolina. She has ...
Aug 08, 2023•26 min•Season 1Ep. 153
Our homes are truly special to us. They are not just a place to live but a sanctuary where we can feel safe, relaxed, and happy. It's important to take pride in our homes and make them look and feel great, not just for guests but for ourselves too. Recently, I had the pleasure of chatting with Anita Yokota, who is an expert in both family and marriage therapy and interior design. She has been able to combine her skills and help clients create functional and feel-good homes. As an author of Home ...
Aug 01, 2023•35 min•Season 1Ep. 152
Growing up is beautiful and exciting, and like all things in life, it comes with challenges along the way. “I Believe in Me” founders Becky Fife, Katie Parker, and Allie Callister have created an environment where tween girls can learn, connect, and grow. They joined the podcast to talk about how building confidence starts from within through self-motivation and resilience. About the Guest: Katie, Becky, and Allie are three moms who know what it's like to raise a family, with a total of 17 child...
Jul 25, 2023•45 min•Season 1Ep. 151
As one of National Geographic’s senior editors, Ariane Szu-Tu knows what makes a book a page-turner! Throughout her tenure at Nat Geo, she has been editing children’s books to ensure they appeal to children worldwide. As a first-time mom, she is now looking at the books she is editing through a different lens! She joined me to discuss Nat Geo’s Kids Almanac 2024 , available now, and how becoming a mom has helped her evolve in her role. About the Guest: ARIANE SZU-TU is a senior editor for Nation...
Jul 18, 2023•23 min•Season 1Ep. 150
Amy Mangueira, author of The Path to Break Free from Burnout and creator of the BEYOND BURNOUT GROUP COACHING FRAMEWORK™, aims to help people break free from burnout. With a firsthand understanding of stress's impact on both the mind and body (including her own personal experience of hearing loss in her left ear), Amy has developed a process that has helped her heal from burnout and is now helping others do the same. Her framework is designed to not only help people recover from burnout but also...
Jul 11, 2023•44 min•Season 1Ep. 149
Ciara Stockeland, the author of Inventory Genius , knows from experience that having the proper training is crucial for success, whether it's in athletics or in one's professional and personal life. Whether you're working with clients, training for an Ironman, or pursuing any other goal, investing in yourself and your skills is crucial for achieving your goals and being the best version of yourself. About the Guest: Returning to the podcast is Ciara Stockeland! Ciara is an author, speaker, and 2...
Jul 04, 2023•31 min•Season 1Ep. 148
Dr. Jennifer Haessler is a Naturopathic Doctor and FASTer Way Coach. She has been instrumental in helping clients identify the roadblocks in their health journey and find ways to overcome them. As a busy mom and professional, Dr. Haessler understands that life, work, and family can affect your ability to reach your fitness goals. Her focus is to help women continue to thrive while navigating through hormonal changes. Whether it's through nutrition, exercise, or other lifestyle changes, she is co...
Jun 27, 2023•38 min•Season 1Ep. 147
Have you ever found yourself going from doctor to doctor, trying to figure out what is causing a persistent ailment, only to come up empty-handed? Well, you're not alone. Fortunately, Reed Davis, the founder of Functional Diagnostic Nutrition, is dedicated to helping people understand their body's metabolic functions and find ways to treat themselves holistically. As an educator and consultant in Holistic Health and Nutritional Therapy, Davis has become a highly sought-after resource for those s...
Jun 20, 2023•50 min•Season 1Ep. 146
I had the pleasure of sitting down with Angela D. Coleman, the founder of the Sisterhood Agenda and a leading expert in holistic health. We had a great chat about her latest book, The Art of Chilling Out for Women, and how important it is for women to take a step back and relax amidst the chaos of our busy lives. Angela is passionate about helping women find their chill zone, and she had many excellent tips and insights to share with me during our conversation. I left feeling inspired and motiva...
Jun 13, 2023•26 min•Season 1Ep. 145
As we journey through life, our connection with food can change based on various factors. Recently, I had the pleasure of chatting with Jessica Procini, the mastermind behind Escape from Emotional Eating. Despite having a generally positive attitude toward food, Jessica recognized that her relationship with it wasn't perfect. She graciously shared with me her approach to emotional eating and how she's helping women take back control over their relationship with food. For our listeners, check out...
Jun 06, 2023•22 min•Season 1Ep. 144
Today on the podcast, I had the pleasure of speaking with Christine Miles, founder and CEO of EQuipt and author of What Is it Costing You Not to Listen? We discussed the importance of being a good listener and how it can help you navigate life successfully. In addition, Christine shared valuable insights on improving your listening skills and having productive conversations. About the Guest: Christine Miles is an author, professional keynote speaker, consultant, executive coach, thought leader, ...
May 30, 2023•40 min•Season 1Ep. 143
There is nothing better than getting a chance to talk to someone who just gets what you are going through and experiencing! Recently, I had the pleasure of chatting with Suzanne Culberg, the mastermind behind the online program, Why W8?. Her program is designed to assist women across the globe to be confident in setting boundaries. About the Guest: Suzanne Culberg is a coach and author who helps over-givers and people pleasers learn to set boundaries and say ‘No’ in a way that feels good. Throug...
May 23, 2023•42 min•Season 1Ep. 142
As a parent herself, Casey Howard experienced the rundown feeling that many mothers face every day. She knew that something needed to change and decided to take action. That's when she came up with the idea of Flourish for Moms, a community where mothers can connect, implement self-care, and live their life to the fullest. Through her efforts, Casey has created a safe haven for moms to share their experiences and support each other in their journey of motherhood. About the Guest: Casey Howard fo...
May 16, 2023•30 min•Season 1Ep. 141
Author Andrea Dunlop joined me to talk about her latest book, Women Are The Fiercest Creatures , and how she navigated her career to get where she is today. Andrea shared how she draws inspiration from current events and real-life surveying, allowing her novels to reflect what's happening in real-time. In addition to her novel, Andrea shared her passion for advocating for victims and her podcast, Nobody Should Believe Me. About the Guest: Andrea Dunlop is the author of the novels Losing the Ligh...
May 09, 2023•32 min•Season 1Ep. 140
When you're trying to juggle a successful career and parenthood, it can be tough to feel like you have support. That's why I'm excited to introduce you to Randi Braun! She's a true expert in empowering women in all areas of their lives. Recently, I had the pleasure of chatting with her about her new best-selling book and how women can be bold and confident in every aspect of their lives. To learn more about Braun’s work, visit the Something Major Coaching website: https://www.somethingmajorcoach...
May 02, 2023•32 min•Season 1Ep. 139
As parents, we face handling our children’s behaviors daily, but are we addressing them in the best way possible? Reem Raouda, the founder of High Love Parenting, sat down to chat about her journey as a parent and how she uses her experience and understanding of conscious parenting to help others. For Chaos N' Cookies listeners, Reem is offering 10% off her upcoming course! To redeem, email Reem at [email protected] with “Chaos” as the subject line! About the Guest: Reem Raouda is a con...
Apr 25, 2023•21 min•Season 1Ep. 138
Today I got to sit down with one of my all-time favorite people and past guests, Barry Selby! We had a chance to talk about all the healing aspects of relationships as an adult and for the kids involved. To join the waitlist for Barry’s Group Program, visit https://barryselby.com/loveafter! About the Guest: Barry Selby is a relationship expert, best-selling author, inspirational speaker, and spiritual guide. He is a passionate champion for the divine feminine, leading with a compassionate mascul...
Apr 18, 2023•34 min•Season 1Ep. 137
Distant learning during the pandemic was hard on everyone, parents, teachers, and children alike! Marc Colagiovanni was at home with his three children, experiencing what many families experienced, and realized that he could help other kids cope with the emotions that they were facing. Marc Colagiovanni and Peter H. Reynolds stopped by to discuss their newest book, When Things Aren’t Right, Go Left. This is a moving message for kids and adults explaining that when things don’t seem like they are...
Apr 11, 2023•33 min•Season 1Ep. 136
Everyone can relate to being busy and not having a moment to stop and breathe. Michael O’Brien, the creator of the Pause Breathe Reflect Meditation and Relaxation app, joined me today to talk about how taking a minute to breathe and rest can be precisely that one minute! About the Guest: Breathe in…Breathe out… It’s time to stress less and Pause Breathe Reflect with Michael O’Brien. Michael is a qualified meditation teacher, executive coach, endurance athlete, and creator of the Pause Breathe Re...
Apr 04, 2023•46 min•Season 1Ep. 135
When living your life, you only see the view from your lens. Sharon Price John, CEO of Build-a-bear Workshop, Inc. and author, sat with me to discuss her newest book, Stories & Heart. This book is a compilation of stories in business, life, struggles, and triumphs giving readers inspiration, advice, and the opportunity to look at life from a different angle. About the Guest: Sharon Price John has served as president and CEO of Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc. (NYSE: BBW) since 2013, where she has...
Mar 28, 2023•32 min•Season 1Ep. 134
While there is no handbook or guide for parenting, resources are available to empower parents. Kimball Lewis, CEO of EmpoweringParents.com and parent coach, sat down with me to talk about parenting and provided tips on how to parent regardless of the situation effectively. About the Guest: Kimball Lewis is the CEO of EmpoweringParents.com. In addition to his leadership and management roles, he contributes as an editor, a homeschooling expert, and a parent coach. He resides in Orlando, Florida, w...
Mar 21, 2023•55 min•Season 1Ep. 133
Understanding and being smart with money should be taught starting at a young age to ensure personal financial success in the future! Not So Common Cents, NatGeo Kids' newest book, introduces money and its importance. Sarah Wassner Flynn and Alvin Hall joined me to discuss the book and how understanding money starting in elementary school can impact their futures. To purchase the book, visit this link! https://www.amazon.com/Not-So-Common-Cents-Super-Important-Afford/dp/1426373287 About the Gues...
Mar 14, 2023•27 min•Season 1Ep. 132
Today, I sat down with Laura Brennan Ballet, coach and author of “The Science of Empowerment,” to talk about how she is helping her clients live empowered lives using the J3=E formula. Laura's formula can be applied to individuals, groups, and even your family! About the Guest: Laura is driven by the life force that circulates within all universal connectivity. Her passion and ability to see how energy is in everything guides her empowering message forward. Laura's Life Transformational book, "T...
Mar 07, 2023•31 min•Season 1Ep. 131
Acne is something that most people face at some point in their life. Dr. Yug Varma, co-founder and CEO of Phyla, is here today to discuss why acne develops and how Phyla’s probiotic acne system works with your body to heal your skin. Phyla is leading the way in creating a product that can be used for all skin types and ages (even during pregnancy!) to solve acne with up-to-date research and safe ingredients. For our listeners, Phyla is offering 20% off by using the code CNC20! Dr. Yug Varma was ...
Feb 28, 2023•40 min•Season 1Ep. 130
Long-term health and fitness is a lifestyle, not a phase. Andreas Michaelides, Ph.D., is the clinical psychologist behind the company Noom. His newest book, The Noom Mindset, gives readers the tools to create and sustain a healthy lifestyle and fitness routine for long-term success. We were able to chat about how you can make the changes for yourself and how to incorporate them into your family's lives as well. About the Guest: Andreas Michaelides, Ph.D., is a published clinical psychologist wit...
Feb 21, 2023•27 min•Season 1Ep. 129
Good food is a universal language. Author Lily LaMotte, brings different traditions and food to her children's book allowing her young readers to explore other cultures. Her newest book, Chloe's Lunar New Year, explores and introduces readers to the Lunar New Year, the food, the importance, and the excitement behind this tradition that is celebrated worldwide. About the Guest: Lily graduated from Hamline’s Writing for Children and Young Adults program with an MFA. When she isn’t writing, she’s c...
Feb 14, 2023•31 min•Season 1Ep. 128
Accepting that YOUR best is okay rather than self-doubting is a struggle that many face especially as a parent. Amy Debrucque joined me today to talk about building the confidence as a parent to help you thrive not only in the unknown as a parent but in all aspects of life. About the Guest: Amy Debrucque is a mom of four, certified life coach, author, podcaster, and cancer survivor. She hosts the Life On Purpose Podcast, encouraging women to live on purpose instead of fear. Amy's first book Embo...
Feb 07, 2023•30 min•Season 1Ep. 127
