On today's episode, I talk about the concepts of searching and seeking, trying to find joy and purpose outside of us or somewhere in a future situation, relationship, achievement or possession. When, in fact, we have all that we need inside of us. I talk about a recent experience I'm having with a moms group, as well as advice from the incredible Deepak Chopra and how both are affecting me deeply. Takeaways Personal growth often comes from navigating change. Spirituality can be found in everyday...
Sep 13, 2024•30 min
On today’s episode, I celebrate the 100th episode of She Breathes and share the top 10 episodes based on listens. It’s crazy to believe we’re 100 episodes in! Thank you so much for your support. Just as this podcast started as a seed of an idea, you may have a seed of an idea for something you want to achieve or accomplish. Sometimes we have to create our own opportunities. Key Takeaways Reflecting on the 100th episode of She Breathes Sharing the top 10 most listened to episodes Discussing the m...
Sep 06, 2024•39 min
On today's episode, I talk about inflammation and its impact on our health, especially women's health. I discuss the difference between acute and chronic inflammation, as well as signs and physical repercussions of ongoing inflammation. Most importantly, I offer a number of suggestions to decrease inflammation so that we can live the most joyous, fulfilling lives possible. takeaways Inflammation is a normal response to injuries and invaders, but chronic inflammation can have negative effects on ...
Aug 30, 2024•37 min
Lately, I’ve been watching myself as if I’m a drone high above observing my life. This was something that was suggested when trying to evaluate how and why habits, thoughts and feelings affect our joy and/or mindful living. On today’s episode, I offer observations and insights that I feel will help you as well. Takeaways Slowing down and taking a breath can help reduce the sense of urgency in our lives. Allowing others to solve their own problems can promote their growth and independence. Being ...
Aug 23, 2024•42 min
On today’s episode, I share my recent, very cool experience with sunflowers and talk about the concept of driftwood as being signs from the universe. I also delve into the topic of manifestation, emphasizing the importance of elevating emotions, enjoying the process, and believing in oneself. I want to encourage all of you to let go of control, shift your beliefs, and be open to creative solutions. Takeaways Creating content can bring joy and fulfillment, even without financial gain. Driftwood, ...
Aug 16, 2024•29 min
In this episode, I talk about attitude and how it impacts every aspect of our lives. I’ve created six elements of attitude: self-talk, subconscious programming, compassion, energy, boundaries, and rest. Takeaways Attitude is everything and encompasses various elements such as self-talk, subconscious programming, compassion, energy, boundaries, and rest. Positive self-talk and shifting our subconscious programming can have a significant impact on our attitude. Practicing compassion towards oursel...
Aug 09, 2024•24 min
I’m so excited to welcome Beth Sanderson back to She Breathes. Beth and I discuss the concept of subconscious reprogramming and that it’s our beliefs, which are stored in our subconscious, that directly impact our ability to reach our goals. Our subconscious is formed through programming during our early years and it operates through symbols and emotions, but the exciting part is that we have the power to change the program if it’s not working for us. Beth offers a technique for subconscious rep...
Aug 02, 2024•37 min
We all want to be happy, right? The more I learn about the science of happiness, the more I realize we're going about it in some of the wrong ways. On today's episode, we dive into the topic of happiness and the secret habits of happy people. We explore the two overarching components of happiness, as well as five habits that will you move you to a happier, more content state of being. 3:12 - Understanding Happiness 9:24 - The Two Components of Happiness 12:46 - The Five Habits of Happy People 21...
Jul 26, 2024•24 min
On today’s episode, I share some highlights of our family vacay to Playa Del Carmen and offer tips and suggestions to make your next trip to the Riviera Maya magical and memorable.
Jul 20, 2024•23 min
On today’s episode, I share a big change in my life. I also offer advice and inspiration about raising your vibration in order to attract the life you’ve always dreamed of. Takeaways Being happy and content in the present moment is key to attracting the life you desire. Surrendering and allowing the flow of life is important for increasing your vibration. Negative emotions are indicators of vibrational discord and should be used as guidance. Self-validation and authenticity are essential for att...
Jul 13, 2024•29 min
On today’s episode, Beth Sanderson and I discuss reiki — what it is and how it heals us. I had my first session with her and it was simply magical. I can’t wait to tell you all about it. Visit Beth at Your Power Potential .
Jul 05, 2024•31 min
I just returned from a five-day backpacking trip. While I was in the wilderness, I was reminded of quite a few life lessons. On today's episode, I share those lessons with you in hopes they'll encourage and inspire you to lean into life more fully and with my joy.
Jun 28, 2024•24 min
Recently I revisited the world of enneagram and noticed something about the teachings I hadn't noticed before. In the past, I'd been hyper-focused on enneagram 7 because that's my type, but my most recent journey into this ancient system brought my attention to the "awareness" component. In today's episode, I discuss how we can all bring more awareness to our existence and how this helps us discover our true essence, no matter our enneagram type.
Jun 21, 2024•26 min
On today's episode, I talk about doing less in life but doing it with everything you have. I challenge you to pull the weeds from your life so all that remains are the flowers. While doing this, focus on prioritizing relationships and experiences and doing away with things and obligations that don't really matter.
Jun 14, 2024•21 min
On today's episode, I talk about a few mental "downloads" I experienced while on Hilton Head Island. I also talk about gratitude and why, even though it's become a buzzword, it is an integral component of a fully beautiful life.
Jun 07, 2024•33 min
On today's episode, I offer some personal tips that work for me in terms of managing overwhelm. I also offer a metaphor that came to me this week abut the trajectory of worrying as we move throughout life. I hope the visual will help you release some of that worry and fear into the universe. Lastly, I talk about connection as one of the key components of "true fun." As always, thank you for listening and have a wonderful weekend!
May 31, 2024•26 min
Just as birds molt and reptiles shed skin, humans need to get rid of what's no longer serving us so we can made room for new growth. On today's episode, I give a little insight into how I've learned to shed the old and trust the universe. I also offer tips and encouragement for you to make this summer a time for shedding. Let the growth begin!
May 24, 2024•29 min
On today's episode, I offer a little glimpse into my true desires by answering 10 questions offered by Deepak Chopra to help people find their 'dharma' which is their true purpose in life. I'm hopeful that my listening to me go through this exercise, you'll feel inspired to do the same and get on your own path to the fullest, most peaceful life possible.
May 17, 2024•36 min
We've all heard of helicopter parenting, but today I offer a new spin on the concept by framing it in a way that allows our kids to be the main character in their lives. I also talk about what research says about helicopter parenting as kids get older and why slowly moving away is best for their longterm development. Lastly, I offer a bit of advice and some tips on living in the moment and having a little fun. Happy Mother's Day weekend, friends.
May 10, 2024•35 min
We all want to live the good life, but the older I get, the more I realize we're looking in the wrong places and putting energy into the wrong things. On today's episode, I offer a few thoughts and suggestions about going back to the basics to live the good life.
May 03, 2024•35 min
On today's episode, I focus on Deepak Chopra's Law of Detachment, which essentially reminds us to release and let go. We get so hung up on how things "should be" that we forget to enjoy how things end up being, which is often better than what we wanted or expected in the first place. When we detach from the outcome, the possibilities become limitless. I think you'll appreciate the advice offered in today's show. To wrap up, I give more tips on how to have fun from Catherine Price's book, The Pow...
Apr 26, 2024•34 min
I encourage every parent with a child or teen playing video games to listen to today’s episode. The information offered is refreshing, educational, and enlightening. I had the pleasure of talking with Aubrey Quinn, Vice President of Communications and Public Affairs at The Entertainment Software Association (the ESA), which serves as the voice and advocate for the video game industry. Their mission is to expand and protect the dynamic worldwide marketplace for video games. She offers insight, in...
Apr 19, 2024•49 min
I started a mom blog in 2012, which was a labor of love and joy. Then, I basically stopped blogging around 2020-2021. On today's episode, I tell the story of what made me stop blogging and my conflicting thoughts on influencer marketing. I also offer some tips on how to be more fun and how to have more fun based on Catherine Price's book "The Power of Fun: How to Feel Alive Again." As we move into the summer season, it's time to be more spontaneous, adventurous, and have more fun.
Apr 12, 2024•36 min
On today's episode, I share some things I've learned from my time at the Mom 2.0 conference in Nashville, Tennessee. As always, I've been inspired and educated by the women at the conference, but I've also learned a thing or two about myself this weekend.
Apr 06, 2024•25 min
Something happened this week that through me out of alignment and while it was uncomfortable and sort of sucked the life out of my week's productivity, it was a blessing in disguise. Now, I know how it feels to feel out of alignment and I don't want to feel like that again. On today's episode I talk about the experience and the strategies I'm using to reset.
Mar 30, 2024•28 min
Deepak Chopra talks of 7 Laws of Spiritual Success and the first one is the Law of Pure Potentiality. It sounds a little mystical, but it's really not. Essentially this law encourages us to be our true selves and to act from a place of internal validation as opposed to external validation. We MUST do this before we can move on to the other spiritual laws which culminate into a fulfilling, purpose-driven life. I also share the three core principals to help you embrace the law of potentiality.
Mar 22, 2024•32 min•Season 1Ep. 77
On today’s episode, I talk with my dear friend, Lana Jones. She opens up honestly and authentically about her journey with bipolar and her courageous quest to find relief from this life-altering condition. While SSRIs and other similar medications work well for a lot of people, Lana experienced adverse reactions to them. After continuing to search for effective treatments, she has finally found success with a new, progressive treatment called ketamine, and not only the ketamine itself but her co...
Mar 15, 2024•53 min•Season 1Ep. 77
Can you believe it's been four years since the start of the pandemic? The COVID years made a lot of us re-evaluate many aspects of our lives and made us realize we don't have as much control or security as we thought. I don't think it's mere irony that I went through my own spiritual reawakening a couple years after the pandemic began. On today's episode, I talk about the post-pandemic effects as well as offer some tips to help all of us find true alignment. I also offer a series of question tha...
Mar 09, 2024•29 min•Season 1Ep. 76
My word for March is COURAGE. On today's episode, I discuss what courage means to me and several areas of my life where I want to be more corouagous. My hope is that you, too, will lean into a little more courage to get closer to your true north and your heart's deepest desires.
Mar 01, 2024•44 min•Season 1Ep. 75
Letting go of old patterns and methods of control is not easy, but I'm working very hard on it and seeing some really good progress. On today's episode, I share with you some of these methods in hopes they will inspire you on your own unique journey. When we finally make the choice to let go of our egos and surface-level attempts at controlling our world, we can lean into our true power.
Feb 23, 2024•32 min
