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Chat With Chou

Chou Hallegra is a bestselling author and publisher, sought-after speaker, wellbeing and belonging consultant on a mission to empower individuals to achieve mental and emotional wellness, reach their full potential, and live fulfilling lives. Chou has devoted her life to helping individuals and organizations alike to "Be Well, Do Well, Work Well". On this podcast, she chats with old and new friends about different topics, and together they share tips and tools for your personal and professional growth. This podcast was once called "The Grace & Hope Consulting Podcast" (after her company name).
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5 Tips for Better, Healthier Boundaries

We all have boundaries. Maybe you don’t feel like you do, because of many times in the past, especially when you felt like people have overrun you. Somewhere around the umpteenth time of being taken advantage of, of being ignored about your own needs, and treated as though your time is not valuable, you start to believe that you’ve lost whatever boundaries you had. The good news is, you can re-create your boundaries, and make them stronger and healthier than ever before! How? Read on for a quick...

May 26, 20215 min

5 Strategies for Guarding Your Personal Boundaries

Imagine an invisible fence set around yourself, with a single gate that is shut and locked, with only you in possession of the key. How does that make you feel? Guarding your boundaries is an important part of living a life that’s not only healthy and happy; also meaningful. But if you are struggling in this area, need help in setting the boundaries again and guarding it from now on, I'm a message away. We'll go through it, together. Click >> HERE to book a free consultation....

May 22, 20216 min

6 Steps to Establishing and Sticking to Healthy Boundaries

Boundaries are those invisible lines we draw around ourselves that keep us from harm. These are the barriers that no one can cross without our permission. Boundaries are what keeps us in control. How do you get them? And more importantly, how do you keep them once you’ve put them in place? Download your free guide

May 19, 20218 min

You Have Worth! Establish Your Personal Boundaries

You don’t have boundaries, and the world has beaten a path to your door with their self-interest at heart. For too long you’ve been paying the price. How do you break out of this vicious cycle? That’s quite literally up to you. But, let me help you... I'm a message away >> HERE

May 15, 20216 min

What are Personal Boundaries? And Why Do We Need Them?

You’ve probably heard the phrase before, but maybe you’re unsure what it means. Just what ARE personal boundaries, and what difference do they make in your life? If you are struggling to set boundaries in your life, let's connect! You can text me at https://bit.ly/chatwithchou .

May 12, 20218 min

6 Tips for Setting Healthy Boundaries Online

When it comes to your time spent online, how good are your boundaries? Sure, you might be pretty on top of things like not sharing your personal information. You might even have some restrictions that you’ve placed on yourself in regards to the time you spend on social media sites. But how good are these walls? Listen along as I give tips on how to set healthy boundaries online whether your time spent on the internet is for business or pleasure. If you want to learn more about being aware, safe,...

Apr 28, 20216 min

7 Reasons Why You Don’t Set Boundaries and How to Start

You’ve gotten roped into staying late at work. Again. Or you’ve committed to something that you didn't want to but felt you had to. Now you’re beating yourself up because you know you should have better boundaries, but you don’t seem to understand how to form them. What do you do? Boundaries don’t have to be terrifying. Understanding why you don’t set them is the first step toward establishing positive change. When you use what you know to set solid boundaries for yourself, you will discover pea...

Apr 21, 20215 min

5 Myths About Healthy Boundaries

Very often the problems in setting boundaries stem from several mistaken beliefs about boundaries in general. In this segment, I've debunked five myths about healthy boundaries. Any of them sound familiar?

Apr 14, 202110 min

Why You Shouldn't Stay in Your Comfort Zone

Why do we stay in our comfort zone? Because our comfort zone is the stress-free zone we are used to. It’s what is familiar. It’s also the place where we are the most dissatisfied with our life. Here are a few reasons why you should get out of your comfort zone.

Apr 07, 20218 min

Facing Your Fear of the Unknown

Your life can be as fulfilled and exciting as you desire it to be once you step into the unknown where you find your true self. Need additional support? Connect with me at www.graceandhopeconsulting.com

Mar 10, 20219 min

Fear: The #1 Thing Standing In Your Way to True Happiness

“Only when we are no longer afraid do we begin to live.” Dorothy Thompson Living in fear keeps us from taking the risks and chances to go for what we truly desire. It keeps us from finding true happiness. If you want to continue this conversation, connect with me at www.graceandhopeconsulting.com

Feb 24, 202110 min

How Tiny Actions Can Make Huge Impacts

Happy Random Acts of Kindness Day!! Scott Adams said, “Remember there’s no such thing as a small act of kindness. Every act creates a ripple with no logical end.” Have you ever considered what ripple effects your random acts of kindness can have? #kindness #randomactsofkindness #bekind

Feb 17, 20217 min

A Special Message to All The Single Ladies

Happy Singles Awareness Day! I have a message for my sisters who are still single. This is from me to you, with all my love. If any of this resonates with you, please connect with me at https://calendly.com/chou

Feb 16, 202116 min

When What You Want Scares You (Part 2)

Now that you have accepted it, embraced it and even started to welcome and enjoy what it is that you want, let’s go a bit deeper. I invite you to explore some of those internal defense mechanisms that are causing you to fear the very thing you desire.

Dec 18, 202017 min

When What You Want Scares You (Part 1)

Sometimes what we desire clashes with our internal wiring. We want it and yet we repel it. If this is you, you are not alone. Let’s explore ways to deal with this. In this segment, we will talk about some mindful ways to address this dichotomy. First be aware of it, acknowledge it, embrace it, and enjoy it!

Dec 17, 202010 min

Interview With De'Nicea Hilton, Holistic PLAY Activator

Who says you’re Perfect? De’Nicea does! Appreciating the root meaning of “whole and complete,” De’Nicea Hilton creates Playful Healing Spaces for Women to Embrace, Embody and Express Her Perfect Authentic Self. As a Holistic PLAY Activator and Doctor of Oriental Medicine, she’s learned that serious healing doesn’t have to be so serious. And, because she just can’t keep this to herself, she founded the “anywhere-you-wanna-be” Perfect PlayGround that offers experiences such as her signature Perfec...

Nov 07, 202015 min

Interview With Dr Amber Brown

Dr. Amber Brown, PT, DPT, WCS, CLT, RYT is the founder and owner of Root Physical Therapy and Wellness, a safe space to learn about the root causes of your concerns. As a doctor of physical therapy, she focuses on orthopedic conditions, oncology rehab, lymphedema, chronic pain management, Women’s Health, prenatal and postpartum care, bowel and bladder dysfunction, pelvic floor dysfunction for all people, and much more. Dr. Brown is also the founder and owner of Care 4 You First, a community for ...

Oct 31, 202011 min

Interview with Kasey King, Family & Relationship Coach

Kasey King is the owner of KSalone Relationship Coaching Services, LLC. She specializes in couples who struggle with communication, intimacy, and boundaries in their relationships. With a Masters Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy, Kasey has learned how to work with complex systems and understand the profound effect of collaboration. Kasey has helped hundreds of people work through their challenges, and enhance their relationships. Not just through her education, but as a United States Navy V...

Oct 24, 202013 min

Interview with Paulette Harper, Author & Coach

Paulette Harper is a two-time award-winning best-selling author of both fiction and nonfiction books. She is a sought-after speaker, pastor, coach, and literary strategist. Her mission is to help women find hope through transformation, restoration, and reclaiming their lives via workshops, conferences, and seminars. As an inspirational speaker, Paulette’s presentations are inspiring, enriching, and encouraging. Her ability to share and connect with her audiences comes from her own life’s journey...

Oct 17, 20209 min

Interview With Paulishia Augillard, Author & Licensed Professional Counselor

Paulishia Augillard is both a Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT) and a Licensed Professional Counselor in the State of Texas. Paulishia graduated from Our Lady of the Lake University, with a Master of Science degree in Clinical Psychology, with an emphasis in Marriage and Family therapy. Paulishia has extensive education, training, and experience in the field of mental health. Paulishia is the CEO of Polly Clinical Services and specializes in working with individuals dealing with stress, anxiet...

Oct 10, 202013 min

From Homeless to Landlord, Interview with Atiya Goldsmith

Her upbringing and her experience being homeless have cultivated in Atiya the desire to provide housing to others. Becoming a landlord has allowed her to build wealth, but most importantly provide housing for families that would not ordinarily be an ideal tenant, because of credit or income guidelines. Now that she has been a landlord for ten plus years, she wants to share her knowledge for others to consider if building wealth through obtaining rental properties is a good fit for them. To learn...

Oct 02, 202015 min

Raising Teen Girls With Michelle Page, Founder of the Unbreakable Moms

Michelle Page may be a pharmacist by profession, but she is also a wife and mom of two daughters. As the founder of Unbreakable Moms, Michelle has created a supportive community that connects moms with resources to help them through the teen years. These days, having a teenage daughter means not only the typical drama of friends and mood swings but also dealing with the pressures created by social media leading to an increase in behavioral and mental health issues. Michelle is currently working ...

Sep 25, 202021 min

Entrepreneurial $ense with LaShanda Henry

LaShanda Henry is the founder of SistaSense Online business training, mentorship, and networking community for women entrepreneurs. With a degree in Computer Science from Columbia University, LaShanda has had a long-standing love of all things tech. She has been featured in Essence, BlackEnterprise.com, and UNC-TV for her expertise in blogging and social media. Over the past 15 years, Ms. Henry has reached thousands of people online through her work as both a web designer and mentor to start-up ...

Sep 18, 202011 min

Embracing The Joys & Changes Of Mid-Life, Interview With Cherie Faus-Smith

Cherie Faus-Smith is a bestselling author, keynote speaker, & mentor focusing on women over 50. Her goal is to inspire women (like you!) to live life on their own terms. She shares her experiences as a domestic abuse thriver, melanoma cancer survivor, and being diagnosed with an anxiety disorder to inspire women to live life to the fullest, push their comfort zones, and be their absolute best. Her mission is to empower women in their 50’s to discover their own unique purpose in life. She...

Sep 04, 202017 min

Interview with Author & Speaker Regina Mixon

"Passion, Purpose & Positivity" is what one can expect when in the presence of Regina G. Mixon. Regina helps women age 18 and older, identify self-destructive habits that have served as barriers that have kept them from living their best lives; purge themselves of those, identify their purpose and begin the process of doing so passionately. Hailing from Minden, Louisiana, Regina currently resides between Southern California and Northwest Louisiana, spending an equal amount of time in both. A...

Aug 21, 202017 min

Meet Shawn Hall - Every degree she earned cost her ZERO dollars!

Shawn A. Hall is a former US Department of Education Program Specialist who spent years evaluating school districts, schools, and state departments of education throughout the country. Her work stoked the desire to continue helping youth through education. From the age of 2, she watched her mother struggle to get her own education and eventually obtain a Ph.D. Shawn knew that the way to success was to seek All Roads Education™️. After graduating from Bennett College, she went on to obtain her M....

Aug 07, 202016 min

"When Happily Ever After Doesn't Happen", Interview With SA Casey

SA Casey, is a Certified Life Coach, CEO of Innovating Life Coaching Solutions, LLC, and Founder of the Speak Life for Change membership group on Facebook. She is also a Licensed Minister, The Host of 2 Podcasts Speak Life 562, and a brand new Podcast starting on July 1 "Expanding your Power, Women empowering Women. The Author Visionary of an anthology called Mothers Speak: Christian Women Share Their Wisdom for Spiritual and Natural Success, She has a brand new book coming out on July 5, called...

Jul 17, 202022 min

Interview With Author & Conscious Coach, Kathleen Hearod

Kathleen Hearod is a CMC, Conscious Mind Coach, and author whose primary focus is helping individuals develop their conscious awareness levels. Her desire is to master conversations around taboo topics and setting higher expectations. After successfully publishing two books, appearing on WXIX Fox News, being a guest on both domestic podcasts like Women Unmasked and international podcasts such as Wounds to Scars, Kathleen continues to reach her goals of becoming a brand families trust to restore ...

Jul 11, 202015 min
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