In this podcast episode Mare and Tara have a Conscious Conversation exploring the complex interplay of joy, grief, and responsibility. They reflect on the tragic flood in Texas, expressing grief and its contrast with their personal joys and challenges. Mare shares the story of a baby bird fallen from its nest, paralleling the loss of her parents, and her struggle to balance grief with joy. Tara discusses overcoming energetic leaks stemming from procrastination, focusing on a difficult work proje...
Jul 15, 2025•52 min•Season 2Ep. 86
In this podcast episode Mare and Tara have a Conscious Conversation that is both heartfelt and nostalgic. The two friends discuss their childhood summer experiences and the joy they brought. They explore how the constant influx of disheartening news has unsettled many people. To counteract this, they suggest recalling happy summer memories from childhood to fuel present-day joy. They share personal stories, including Mare's desire to have a dog and instead walking neighborhood dogs, while Tara r...
Jul 08, 2025•51 min•Season 2Ep. 85
In this episode, Mare and Tara have a Conscioous Conversation, discussing their Living Intentions for June, reflecting on their progress as well as sharing their focus for July Living Intentions. Tara's focus for June was having a healthy relationship with food, free from emotional burdens and judgment. She shares her observations about habitual eating and how emotions and societal messages influence her choices. Inspired by a recent group session with Peter Hughes, she aims to choose joy over f...
Jul 01, 2025•42 min•Season 2Ep. 84
In this episode Mare, Tara and Peter J Hughes have a Conscious Conversation . They dive deep into a discussion centered around Hughes' book 'At-One-Ment: Reclaiming Our Humanity,' focusing on the concept of personal energy and power dynamics. They explore topics such as reclaiming personal power, managing energy suckers, and the discomfort of disengaging from unhealthy connections. The conversation spurs reflections on personal growth, societal influences, and the importance of stepping into one...
Jun 24, 2025•59 min•Season 2Ep. 83
In this podcast episode Mare and Tara have a Conscious Conversation exploring the theme of trusting one’s intuition and recognizing vibrational energy in interactions. They discuss an exercise from the 'At-One-Ment: Reclaiming Our Humanity' deck that involves recording intuitive hits in a pocket-sized notebook to build confidence in one's energy assessments. Mare shares insights on distinguishing between genuine intuition and emotional triggers. Tara recounts personal stories where intuition pla...
Jun 17, 2025•51 min•Season 2Ep. 82
In this episode, Mare and Tara have a Conscious Conversation regarding the profound idea of 'Claiming Our Potential' from the At-One-Ment: Reclaiming Our Humanity Tools, focusing on being willing to not fit in. They explore the tension between societal validation and spiritual alignment, emphasizing the historical bravery of people who spoke their truth despite criticism. Tara shares personal anecdotes about growing up with a unique perspective and wrestling with fitting in, particularly regardi...
Jun 10, 2025•46 min•Season 2Ep. 81
In this episode, Mare and Tara have a Conscious Conversation reflecting on their Living Intentions for May and discussing their plans for June. Tara shares her experience of being overwhelmed with social activities, including various celebrations and school-related events. Her May Living Intention was financial mindfulness, and despite the hectic month, she managed to make some significant financial decisions, such as paying off credit card debt and investing tax refunds. Mare discusses her Livi...
Jun 03, 2025•34 min•Season 2Ep. 80
In this week's episode, Mare and Tara have a Conscious Conversation with Peter J. Hughes, author of 'At-One-Ment: Reclaiming Our Humanity. They explore a concept from Hughes’ book, highlighting how genuine recognition can positively influence and inspire others. Tara reflects on her personal challenges and intentions for the 17-day Dream Nudge Challenge, examining deep-seated beliefs about self-care and body positivity. Peter shares his journey of overcoming old narratives to reach a place of th...
May 27, 2025•54 min•Season 2Ep. 79
In this podcast episode Mare and Tara have a Conscious Conversations about the concept of a 'powerful no,' based on a section in the book At-One-Ment: Reclaiming Our Humanity by Peter J. Hughes. They dive deep into the meaning, importance, and challenges associated with saying no confidently and authentically. Tara shares personal anecdotes, including difficulties setting boundaries in professional and personal contexts. Mare discusses the notion of judgment rumbles that follow a 'no' and the si...
May 20, 2025•51 min•Season 2Ep. 78
In this episode Mare and Tara have a Conscious Conversation discussing the upcoming Dream Nudge Challenge with guests Kathryn and Lisa. They explore the concept of the challenge, which helps participants realize their dreams over a span of 17 days through daily nudges and community support. Kathryn shares her experience from the first challenge, focusing on raising awareness and funding for her nonprofit, Restoration Ranch Colorado, which provides support for first responders. Lisa talks about h...
May 13, 2025•47 min•Season 2Ep. 77
In this episode, Tara and Mare, have a Conscious Conversation discussing their Living Intentions for April and their plans for May. Tara focused on being a brave entrepreneur in April, which brought challenges and insights about her business, prompting her to rethink her marketing strategy and personal visibility. Mare's April intention was about working with a coach, which helped her improve her business acumen and sales skills. For May, Tara intends to become a 'money magnet' by improving her ...
May 06, 2025•40 min•Season 2Ep. 76
In this episode, Tara, Mare and Peter J. Hughes have a Conscious Conversation discussing the concept that changing our minds can change our world. They explore how advancements in technology, science, and medicine have unlocked unprecedented human potential but also emphasize the responsibility and accountability that come with it. The discussion delves into the current state of humanity, expressing frustrations and the sense that society is moving in the wrong direction. They compare humanity's...
Apr 29, 2025•54 min•Season 2Ep. 75
In this episode Mare and Tara have a Conscious Conversation by delving into the concept of shifting one's listening perspective to foster better understanding and love in relationships. They explore concepts from Peter J. Hughes' "At-One-ment: Reclaiming Our Humanity" and discuss how projecting love can create opportunities for different and more positive experiences. They reflect on their own tendencies to anticipate and assume others' responses based on past interactions, particularly highligh...
Apr 22, 2025•47 min•Season 2Ep. 74
In this episode, the Mare and Tara engage in a deep and insightful conversation about emotional buttons and how they shape our responses to life's challenges. The discussion kicks off with a card from At-One-Ment: Reclaiming OUr Humanity Chapter Four: "Button. Button. Who's got the button?" which highlights the idea that while people may push our buttons, we are the ones who installed them. Taking responsibility for our emotional responses and how doing so allows us to rewire and reprogram our b...
Apr 15, 2025•59 min•Season 2Ep. 73
In this episode, Mare and Tara reflect on their "Living Intention" goals for March and set new intentions for April. Tara discusses her March Living Intention, which focused on loving to move her body without comparisons or societal pressures. She shares how she initially put too much pressure on herself to exercise perfectly but then shifted her approach to tracking incremental improvements using her smartwatch. This method helped her increase her exercise and step counts without overwhelming h...
Apr 08, 2025•43 min•Season 2Ep. 72
In this episode Mare and Tara have a Conscious Conversation by delving into the significance of gratitude and its various impacts on life. They use a card from Peter J. Hughes' "At-One-Ment: Reclaiming Our Humanity" deck as a starting point to explore the topic. The conversation begins with personal anecdotes, highlighting how regular gratitude practices, such as gratitude journals and exchanges with friends, have positively transformed their worldviews and daily experiences. They discuss the im...
Apr 01, 2025•40 min•Season 2Ep. 71
In this episode Mare and Tara are joined by Peter J. Hughes, the author of "At-One-Ment: Reclaiming Our Humanity." The discussion revolves around the theme of navigating through life's inevitable changes and challenges, as highlighted by a card pulled from Peter's book "The Retrograde Phenomenon: Shift Happens." The conversation delves deep into personal and collective experiences of change, exploring how individuals can choose to show up consciously despite the chaos. Tara shares her struggles ...
Mar 25, 2025•42 min•Season 2Ep. 70
In this episode, Mare and Tara have a Conscious Conversation as they delve into the significance of practicing common courtesy and basic manners, particularly the habitual use of "please" and "thank you," as a path toward expanded appreciation and reclaiming humanity. They discuss how adopting these small, simple expressions can have an immediate and profoundly positive impact on our personal and collective well-being. They discuss challenges encountered in everyday situations, like driving or d...
Mar 18, 2025•38 min•Season 2Ep. 69
In this episdoe Mare and Tara, have a Conscious Conversation discussing the profound impact of volunteering on both individuals and communities. Tara shares her recent experience of touring a local resource center that supports people experiencing food scarcity. She highlights the enlightening and emotional realization of community needs, and the various ways the center operates, such as food sorting, stocking, and distribution based on family size. This experience inspired Tara to commit to vol...
Mar 11, 2025•43 min•Season 2Ep. 68
In this episode Mare and Tara have a Conscious Conversation regarding their personal growth and intentions. They reflect on their chosen "Living Intentions" for February and share their plans for March. Tara talks about her focus on mindful connections with others, which led her to rekindle friendships, volunteer at a local community center, and maintain a bullet journal to track her progress. Her intention for March shifts to incorporating more body movement into her daily routine, emphasizing ...
Mar 04, 2025•46 min•Season 2Ep. 67
In this episode Mare and Tara engage in a thought-provoking and heartfelt Conscious Conversation with guest Peter J. Hughes. The discussion centers around the importance of mindfulness and being present in daily life, using the metaphor of making complete stops at stop signs as a way to cultivate awareness of both obvious and subtle signs in our environment. Tara shares a personal story about an incident where she was visited by a police officer for rolling through a stop sign, highlighting how ...
Feb 25, 2025•47 min•Season 2Ep. 66
Building Resilience: Staying Grounded in Turbulent Times with the Power of Connection and Conscious Conversations In this episode Mare and Tara have a Conscious Conversation, discussing how they navigate and manage their emotions and lives during turbulent times. They emphasize the importance of finding grounding practices such as meditation, engaging in creative hobbies, and maintaining meaningful human connections. They reflect on personal experiences, like Tara’s daughter’s challenges in a ma...
Feb 18, 2025•47 min•Season 2Ep. 65
In this episode Mare and Tara have a Conscious Conversation that revolves around love, joy, and how to navigate through current socio-political challenges. They start by discussing the history of Valentine’s Day and their personal experiences and perceptions about the holiday. Mare shares a recollection of the holiday's origins related to war and defiance, while Tara connects it more with childhood memories of Cupid and school valentine exchanges. Mare emphasizes the importance of consciously ch...
Feb 11, 2025•47 min•Season 2Ep. 64
In this episode Mare and Tara have a Conscious Conversation regarding their experiences and progress with their January Living Intentions and planning their Living Intetion focus for February. Tara starts by reflecting on her January intention, which was to finish things she started if they were worth finishing and to let go without strings attached if they weren't. Although she didn't finish many tasks, she made significant progress in starting and pursuing various projects, such as learning to...
Feb 04, 2025•36 min•Season 2Ep. 63
In this episode Mare and Tara have a Conscious Conversation with international best selling author Peter J. Hughes. The discussion delves into Peter's inspiration drawn from observing the loss of humanity in society, which led him to write articles and eventually books to help people align with their true potential. The conversation highlights the importance of using thoughts, words, and actions to create a thriving life. Peter details how his books and card decks are structured to support these...
Jan 28, 2025•59 min•Season 2Ep. 62
In this episode Mare and Tara have a Conscious Conversation, discussing the theme of authenticity and belief in others' true selves as conveyed by the card "Shifting the Paradigm, Action Point 13" from the At-One-Ment: Reclaiming Our Humanity deck. The card advises, "When someone tells you who they are, believe them." They both delve into exploring the idea that people often present themselves through words, actions, and energy that do not always align. They discuss how this misalignment can be ...
Jan 21, 2025•48 min•Season 2Ep. 61
In this episode Mare and Tara have a Conscious Conversation that underscores the importance of self-love, authenticity, and bravery in the face of societal judgments. They start by pulling a card from the At-One-Ment: Reclaiming Our Humainty deck titled "Dress Your Spirit," which encourages dressing in a way that is true to one's spirit. Mare shares a personal story about her sister confidently wearing a burlap sack, highlighting the importance of authenticity over outward appearances. Tara refl...
Jan 14, 2025•42 min•Season 2Ep. 60
In this episode Mare and Tara discuss their intentions and words for the year 2025. Tara's word is "Brave," symbolizing her desire to confront fears and push herself out of her comfort zone. She explains how using the concepts of "stretch," "risk," and "die" from Rhonda Britton's teachings helps her navigate fear and make braver choices. Mare chose the word "Rise" to signify her aim to elevate her successes and personal growth, envisioning it as the sun's rays extending in many directions. Both ...
Jan 07, 2025•47 min•Season 2Ep. 59
In this episode Mare and Tara have an in-depth Conscious Conversation about their experiences in 2024 and plans for 2025. They discuss their personal growth, the impact of living intentionally, and the importance of community support. Tara's Reflection: Focused on "release" for the year, successfully letting go of physical, emotional, and mental clutter. Achievements include decluttering, addressing weight and emotional burdens, and practicing presence. Emphasized the benefits of changing intent...
Dec 31, 2024•41 min•Season 1Ep. 58
In this episode Mare and Tara discuss addressing new beginnings. They start their Conscious Conversation by pulling a card from the "At-One-Ment: Reclaiming Our Humanity" deck, which leads into a theme of "back to basics." Tara shares her thoughts on personal responsibility and how taking 100% responsibility for one's actions contributes to personal and collective growth. She reflects on the importance of balancing personal needs with obligations to others and contemplates her plans for the upco...
Dec 24, 2024•43 min•Season 1Ep. 57
