This week on the say YES to yourself! podcast Wendy hosts Nicole Kalil, Founder & Confidence Sherpa of her own company helping to remove the roadblocks, biases and challenges that trailblazing, professional women face so that they can thrive as their authentic selves. Wendy and Nicole discuss what it means to be our authentic selves and build and most importantly maintain the confidence we deserve in our lives. Listen in as they share stories and actions steps you can apply today to step int...
Aug 09, 2023•53 min•Season 5Ep. 92
This week on the say YES to yourself! podcast Wendy hosts Tiffany Leader, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and an Intentional Living Coach, specializing in combating burnout. Together, they delve into the concept of intentional living as a powerful tool to reduce burnout and challenge the societal norm of glorifying busyness. In this enlightening conversation, Wendy and Tiffany explore the importance of prioritizing our well-being by letting go of the often celebrated "badge of honor" as...
Aug 02, 2023•49 min•Season 5Ep. 91
This week on the say YES to yourself! podcast Wendy hosts Donna Pippins, Financial Guide. In this episode Wendy and Donna explore the importance of saying yes to receiving the help we've asked for and the lessons that come with it. They discuss the areas where we all might not be showing up as we promised and how avoidance only keeps us in the dark. By saying yes in surrender, we release the need to control everything and allow others to help us in their own way, without dictating how it should ...
Jul 26, 2023•1 hr 2 min•Season 5Ep. 90
This week on the say YES to yourself! podcast Wendy hosts Lindsay Burgess a mother, photographer, and marketer. Lindsay is a mother to two toddler girls, a marketer with over a decade of experience, and a photographer residing in Bolton, MA. As a lover of stories, Lindsay brought that passion to her corporate life in marketing, and more recently has explored photography as a story-telling outlet. Capturing her children in candid, authentic moments in varying stages of childhood brings her the mo...
Jul 19, 2023•42 min•Season 5Ep. 89
This week on the say YES to yourself! podcast Wendy brings back Lisette Meuse-Manuel Clinical Esthetician and Health coach to talk more in depth about menopause, the various stages and things you can do today to help make you feel better. Lisette has studied at Institut Jon Raymond in Aesthetics, The Micro-Pigmentation Centre in Cosmetic Tattooing and Ashworth College in Nutrition, Diet and Health Science, Precision Nutrition. She has been working in the beauty and wellness industry since 1988 a...
Jul 12, 2023•1 hr 2 min•Season 5Ep. 88
This week on the say YES to yourself! podcast Wendy hosts Lisette Meuse-Manuel Clinical Esthetician and Health coach who specializes in skin care for post-surgical facials, adult acne, sun damage, aging skin, medical cosmetic tattooing, permanent makeup and nutritional counseling. Lisette has studied at Institut Jon Raymond in Aesthetics, The Micro-Pigmentation Centre in Cosmetic Tattooing and Ashworth College in Nutrition, Diet and Health Science, Precision Nutrition. She has been working in th...
Jul 05, 2023•53 min•Season 5Ep. 87
This week on the say YES to yourself! podcast Wendy hosts Michèle Heffron, a life coach who believes in empowering women and harnessing the power of love to create a better world. With a deep understanding of the transformative power of personal growth and self-improvement, Michèle helps women unlock their full potential and achieve their goals. Michèle recognizes the unique challenges faced by women in society, and is dedicated to supporting women in overcoming these obstacles and embracing the...
Jun 28, 2023•58 min•Season 5Ep. 86
This week on the say YES to yourself! podcast Wendy hosts Lindsey Tierney, Indie Hospitality & Restaurant Marketing Executive with over ten years in Food & Beverage. Mother of two vibrant young ladies, wife and "the whacky friend". Lindsey is the Marketing Director at Nan’s Kitchen & Market and Sobre Mesa. And she volunteers for Cultivate Care Farms Listen in as she shares her passion for nature, gardening, and tasty food and finding ways to maximize the goodness within. Find out mor...
Jun 22, 2023•24 min•Season 5Ep. 85
This week on the say YES to yourself! podcast Wendy shares a vulnerable episode with her intuitive success coach Rachel Jackson, founder of Soulful Badass. Tune in to hear this touching episode, where Wendy shares her challenges and let's us inside a private coaching session. More about Rachel: Rachel Jackson is a Podcaster, Intuitive Success Coach, Author and Founder of Soulful Badass. Her mission is to help "rebels and rockstars" to create their most successful life and business on their terms...
Jun 14, 2023•53 min•Season 5Ep. 84
This episode is a conversation with Wendy, Kristi Nellor, fellow Elimu Board Member and Cindy Rodriguez, founder of Elimu Girls. They got together to recap their visit to Kenya and what they learned from their trip and what they envision is next for themselves and Elimu Girls. Tune in to hear this captivating conversation of what they individually and collectively experienced on their trip to Africa to spend time with Elimu Girls and plan what is next in making an impact. Please check out the li...
Jun 12, 2023•1 hr 3 min•Season 5Ep. 83
This episode is a conversation Wendy had with Cindy Rodriguez, founder of Elimu Girls about three years ago recapping her first trip to Kenya and her "Why" to starting Elimu Girls. Tune in to hear this captivating story of this amazing woman who took massive action and has made an incredible impact in the world. You'll want to make sure you have a box of tissues handy for this episode. Please check out the links below to be part of making an impact for the girls. About Elimu Girls: Elimu Girls e...
Jun 03, 2023•38 min•Season 5Ep. 82
This episode is like no other on the Say YES to yourself! podcast. Wendy hosts, Cindy Rodriguez, founder of Elimu Girls and Kristi Nellor, fellow Elimu Girl board member where they share their behind the scenes challenges as they collectively and individually prepare for their trip to Kenya. Tune in to hear the captivating stories of these extraordinary women, as they openly discuss the obstacles they've faced. Prepare to be inspired as they shed light on the profound significance of authentic f...
May 26, 2023•1 hr 1 min•Season 5Ep. 81
In today's episode Wendy hosts Meredith Bohn, owner of Meredith Bohn Interior Designs. Meredith is an avid traveler and firm believer in creating travel memories for and with family and friends. She shares stories of her childhood and raising her sons to love travel and experiences with family. Tune in to hear her delightful stories of travel, her advice on perseverance and how her mother turned a childhood travel chore into a family heirloom. About Meredith: Meredith helps people who connect wi...
May 17, 2023•30 min•Season 4Ep. 80
This week on the say YES to yourself! podcast Wendy hosts Dr. Naeemah Ruffin, owner of Bellantz, personalized face fitness coaching. Tune in to hear Dr. Ruffin's career journey to embracing her true desires, doing the work to make them happen, going to medical school and now creating a natural and organic skincare line. Dr. Naeemah Ruffin is changing the faces of women and men with her unique face fitness program. She is sought out by a variety of individuals who are looking for a natural and no...
May 10, 2023•42 min•Season 4Ep. 79
This week on the say YES to yourself! podcast Wendy hosts Britney Merriam co-owner, alongside her husband, Benjamin Merriam, of The Garden of Thomas. The idea of their dream was born when they lost their first son, Thomas, who passed away nine years ago. Seeking comfort, therapy, and a happy place, they decided to create their own. Britney would go to her local florist and select cut flowers so she could piece them together as an arrangement to place beside Thomas’ urn. Having this bouquet by he...
May 03, 2023•31 min•Season 4Ep. 78
This week on the say YES to yourself! podcast Wendy hosts Beth Llewellyn Wayne. Beth is one of the women that said YES to herself and joined Wendy on the cookbook trip in September of 2022. At the end of that trip, Beth remained and continued her Yes abroad traveling solo and finding new adventures and amazing places. Beth shares her story and the joy she has for travel and this next season of her life. ———————————————— Say YES to joining Wendy for her: PWH Farm Stays PWH Summer Field Dinners PW...
Apr 27, 2023•36 min•Season 4Ep. 77
This week on the say YES to yourself! podcast Wendy hosts Amanda Boudreau, co-owner of Kith and Kin Restaurant in Hudson, MA. Tune in to hear Amanda and Wendy discuss stepping into spending time focusing on yourself and doing the inner work it takes to push past worry and own every season of life. Stepping into the next with excitement to what will be discovered about yourself and owning your power to be the true you. Learn more about Kith and Kin and the many opportunities in person and virtual...
Apr 19, 2023•32 min•Season 4Ep. 76
This week on the say YES to yourself! podcast Wendy hosts Nichole Lee, who serves in helping people who deeply desire to expand how they see themselves, who are ready to remove all the masks and be free to discover who they truly are so they can be and do what brings true love, joy and a fulfillment into their lives. Tune in to hear Nichole and Wendy share stories of saying Yes to their true selves and how having boundaries does not mean being inauthentic. Get to know Nichole: Nichole Lee is kno...
Apr 12, 2023•57 min•Season 4Ep. 75
This week on the say YES to yourself! podcast Wendy hosts Sandra Sigman, owner of Les Fleurs, the French-inspired floral, home, and garden shop in Andover, Massachusetts, where she teaches workshops, along with ones in France. Tune in to hear Sandra's childhood story that turned into a full-blown obsession when she moved to France in her early 20s working as a professional ice skater. Sandra immediately fell in love with Paris: the flower shops bursting at the seams with fresh blooms, the smell ...
Apr 05, 2023•47 min•Season 4Ep. 74
This week on the say YES to yourself! podcast Wendy hosts Suzie Stroup, owner of Black Sheep Beautiful Adventures where she hosts extraordinary, unforgettable adventures in Italy. From the most gorgeous hilltop towns and fall landscapes in the heart of Tuscany to two full days in the magnificent city of Rome and so much more. Get to know Suzie: " Every life experience has influenced me and prepared me for the creation of Beautiful Adventures for Women. Since I was a little girl, I have had a pas...
Mar 29, 2023•1 hr 4 min•Season 4Ep. 73
This week on the say YES to yourself! podcast Wendy hosts Nicole LeBlanc, owner of LePetite Studio in Bolton, MA. As you will hear in this episode, she is a true and very inspiring entrepreneur. Her journey into entrepreneurship started at a young age, when she knew she wanted to be a photographer. Nicole and Wendy talk about being in community, launching new ideas and saying YES to less. Nicole found herself overwhelmed with work and decided to take a step back and refocus. Now, she is moving f...
Mar 22, 2023•40 min•Season 4Ep. 72
This week on the say YES to yourself! podcast Wendy hosts Jess Montejo, Founder of Maidenhair Floral Design. She's a mom of two, business owner and floral designer. Listen in to this incredibly inspiring conversation. If you're thinking about going after your dreams, this is the episode for you. Jess and Wendy share tactical business advice and, more importantly, mindset shifts. You will be so motivated after you listen to this episode. Get ready to go after your dreams! Instagram: @maidenhairfl...
Mar 15, 2023•52 min•Season 4Ep. 71
This week on the say YES to yourself! podcast Wendy hosts Jessie-Sierra Ross Founder of 'Straight to the Hips, Baby' an all in one boutique content creation business. Known primarily for their blog and TV content creation, they create seasonal recipes, write informative articles, food style, shoot, edit, and connect with those who have a passion for food and drink. Jessie is an avid cook and home entertainer. She loves to create new recipes, as well as introduce her arsenal of tried & true d...
Mar 08, 2023•55 min•Season 4Ep. 70
This week on the say YES to yourself! podcast Wendy introduces us to Mary Garcia. Mary has a beautiful story of how she built connection through food, entertaining, friendship and love. She shares some fabulous tips on how you can also say YES to yourself and create a community like she did. Mary was gracious enough to share some recipes that have been part of her gatherings along with a Fall Dinner Party Menu. Please click the links below and try these absolutely delicious creations. Pistachio ...
Mar 01, 2023•36 min•Season 4Ep. 69
This week on the say YES to yourself! podcast Wendy hosts Jennifer Vallina who has an incredible story of how she started her own photography business and faced a life threatening health challenge. Through it all she persevered and still found positivity in each step forward. She is an inspiration and her story is captivating. Grab yourself a cup of tea and sit back and listen to this amazing woman's story. Get to know Jen: Jen Vallina is the Owner of One Sock On Photography, a published photogr...
Feb 22, 2023•1 hr 7 min•Season 4Ep. 68
This week on the say YES to yourself! podcast Wendy hosts Rina Cook. Rina is one of the women that said YES to herself and joined Wendy on the cookbook trip in September of 2022. Rina came home from that trip in France and immediately went back. This is Rina's story of the power of YES and the magic that has been unfolding for Rina since she said YES to going to France, the 1st time! Rina shares her story and the joy that has come into her life since she started saying YES to herself and facing ...
Feb 15, 2023•42 min•Season 4Ep. 67
This week on the say YES to yourself! podcast Wendy hosts Cindy Rodriguez, Founder Elimu Girls. Cindy and Wendy talk about finding your voice, being consistent through challenges and saying YES to yourself, creating a positive ripple effect in our collective communities. Listen in as Cindy and Wendy share what it means to create a life of saying Yes to yourself and what Cindy's tennis lessons have taught her. Get to know Cindy: Cindy is the founder of Elimu Girls. She is a second-generation Lati...
Feb 08, 2023•52 min•Season 4Ep. 66
This week on the say YES to yourself! podcast Wendy hosts Jessica Krewson, CEO + Creative Director at designKREW, Inc. Jessica and Wendy talk all about making intentional choices to live a life of true alignment. Every choice that is made is a micro opportunity to create a beautiful tapestry of a delightful life. Jessica shares that for her, practice over time in looking for what delights you, will unfold all that is right in front of you. Listen in as Jessica and Wendy share what it means to cr...
Feb 01, 2023•49 min•Season 4Ep. 65
This week on the say YES to yourself! podcast Wendy hosts Paula Prickett, owner of Black Dog Luxury Travel. Black Dog Luxury Travel originated from the desire to help people create lasting memories with the people they love while traveling the world. Paula designs personalized vacations that best suit your tastes and desires while saving you time and eliminating stress along the way. Get to know Paula: Paula is the owner and travel advisor of Black Dog Luxury Travel. She is an upstanding member ...
Jan 25, 2023•49 min•Season 4Ep. 64
This week on the say YES to yourself! podcast Wendy hosts Wendy Snyder. Wendy is a mom of two, certified parenting educator & family life coach, who inspires parents to learn & grow through connection based positive parenting strategies. They talk about helping parents ditch the threats, yelling & harsh punishments so they and their families can live a joyful life. Listen in as Wendy talks about the power of Positive Parenting. Get to know Wendy: Wendy Snyder - Certified Parent Educa...
Jan 18, 2023•50 min•Season 4Ep. 63
