“Stress is part of the human experience. You're going to be under stress.If you're breathing, you're under stress.” In this episode, we engage in a powerful conversation with Cheya Thousand, a Corporate Wellness Consultant, Host of the WellFit Lab Podcast, and Author, who shares her journey from burnout in New York to a life of balance and wellness in Miami. As a corporate wellness consultant, Cheya specializes in emotional intelligence, stress management, and self-care. She provides insights in...
Oct 31, 2024•1 hr 5 min•Season 2Ep. 19
“I'm with my husband now 15 years. But for the first five or six years, it was really rough until I got a handle on my jealousy. So I wanted to be able to give back to other people.” - Shannen Bryant Ever wondered how some people seem to transform their emotional turmoil into inner peace and self-confidence? Dive into our latest episode where we unravel the journey from insecurity to empowerment with Shanenn Bryant, CEO of Top Self. Discover how overcoming jealousy and building trust can unlock ...
Oct 18, 2024•55 min•Season 2Ep. 18
“My favorite part of this is helping you figure out what it even is that you're making and then helping you advocate for it” Gwendolyn Kuhlmann If you're looking to break through creative roadblocks and bring your ideas to life, this is an episode you won't want to miss! In this episode, The Idea Doula- Bringing your ideas to life , Sara talks with Gwendolyn Kuhlmann, known as the Idea Doula, about how stillness, community, and authenticity play pivotal roles in fostering creativity. In this epi...
Sep 25, 2024•44 min•Season 2Ep. 17
“Stillness is scary. Stillness is challenging, but stillness has the greatest rewards towards our health improvement that we would never see unless we chose to practice this over and over and over again” -Ramond Phipps. In this episode of the Stillness Matters Podcast, Sara engages in a profound discussion with Ramond Phipps, a breathwork facilitator with extensive experience in mental health, addictions counseling, and crisis response. Together, they explore the transformative effects of breath...
Sep 11, 2024•59 min•Season 2Ep. 16
"If you just stuff things down and numb yourself out, you're numbing yourself to joy as well as sadness.” - Annie McDonald In this episode of the Stillness Matters podcast, Sara Penney welcomes Annie McDonell, a grief movement guide, who shares her journey and insights on how grief affects one’s sense of stillness. Annie offers valuable advice and tools to process grief and find inner peace. Key Learnings: 1. Understanding Grief: Complex Emotion: Grief is a multifaceted emotion involving various...
Aug 13, 2024•51 min•Season 2Ep. 15
"Authenticity has become a performance.” - Jennifer Dohr Today, Sara Penney is joined by Jennifer Dohr, an authenticity guide and founder of Authentic Voice. Jennifer discusses her transition from educator to authenticity guide, highlighting the crucial role of reconnecting with one's inner knowing through writing. Key Learnings: Writing as a Tool for Self-Discovery: Reconnecting with Inner Knowing: Jennifer emphasizes writing as a means to access hidden beliefs and emotions, aiding in self-disc...
Jul 31, 2024•51 min•Season 2Ep. 14
“If you are not fed love on a silver spoon, then you will learn to lick it off of knives..” In this episode of the Stillness Matters podcast, Sara converses with Rachel Brown, a multifaceted professional - a marriage and family therapist, registered nurse, midwife, and mother of three. Rachel brings her extensive expertise and personal experiences to the table, providing invaluable insights into understanding and healing mother and father wounds. Key Learnings: Impact of Childhood Experiences: C...
Jul 23, 2024•46 min•Season 2Ep. 13
"This is one of the greatest gifts you could give yourself - to take care of yourself.” - Jill Wright In this week's episode, we are joined by a remarkable guest, Jill Wright – author, speaker, and host of the Grow Like a Mother podcast. Jill shares invaluable insights on combating burnout among super moms, stemming from her own personal journey with anxiety and overwhelm. Dive into a discussion rich with strategies, practical advice, and transformative ideas tailored specifically for mothers st...
Jun 19, 2024•58 min•Season 2Ep. 12
For every tear that I've cried, for every piece of rage that I've felt, for every moment that I was frozen in fear, for where I am today it's all worth it, I'd do it again in a heartbeat - Dr. Selvi Rengasami In this episode of the Stillness Matters podcast, Dr. Selvi Rengasami recounts her transformative journey of healing from Crohn's disease through holistic approaches, highlighting her shift away from traditional medication towards embracing a gluten-free diet, acupuncture, and Eastern medic...
Jun 07, 2024•54 min•Season 2Ep. 11
In this transformative episode of the Stillness Matters podcast, we welcome Tekoa Surles, a renowned transformational relationship coach and owner of Bold Coaching. Tekoa shares her profound journey and valuable insights on fostering better relationships with oneself and others. What You Will Learn: - Importance of Emotional Maturity: Tekoa emphasizes the role of emotional maturity, self-love, and self-worth in her coaching programs, offering techniques for high-achieving individuals to balance ...
May 21, 2024•41 min•Season 2Ep. 10
“If one human does it, any human is capable of it.” In this episode, we are joined by Amy Taylor, host of the "Advancing with Amy, the Mental Health Warrior" podcast. We delve into Amy's personal and poignant journey through the landscapes of mental health challenges, including bipolar disorder, anxiety, ADHD, and her advocacy efforts following her daughter’s autism diagnosis. Amy shares the transformative power of embracing authenticity and the therapeutic practices that have propelled her towa...
May 08, 2024•45 min•Season 2Ep. 7
Join JP Marsh, a devoted single girl-dad, shares his personal journey from conflict to collaboration in the world of co-parenting. Through his experiences and insights, JP highlights the significance of always prioritizing the well-being of children above personal grievances in separated relationships. This conversation offers a deep dive into the transformation that enables peaceful co-parenting dynamics and how this directly benefits the emotional and psychological health of children. What You...
Apr 23, 2024•50 min•Season 2Ep. 1
In this episode, we welcome Elizabeth Kipp, a figure of tremendous wisdom in the realms of healing and ancestral clearing. Elizabeth shares an enlightening discussion on how understanding our past, through the lens of ancestral clearing and the science of epigenetics, can significantly influence our journey towards healing and transformation. This episode serves as a bridge between the spiritual and scientific, offering listeners a comprehensive view of the impact of ancestral and environmental ...
Apr 10, 2024•48 min•Season 2Ep. 7
“People think fear means run away and go hide; fear means this is new I don’t have a program for it, pay attention” - Kathy Baldwin In today’s episode, we venture into an enlightening conversation with Kathy Baldwin, the innovator behind the Destiny Driver Coaching model, founder of Rise UP Coaching, and the author of 'Unlearn the Crap'. With over forty years experience, Kathy stands at the forefront of stress mastery and body-mind alignment, guiding individuals through life's tumults with her u...
Mar 27, 2024•1 hr 8 min•Season 2Ep. 6
"Stillness is the space between peace and action." - Anna Lang In this episode, Sara is joined by coach Anna Lang where together, they offer a detailed exploration of how to understand and regulate our emotions, the transformative power of mindfulness, and practical strategies for nurturing a healthier relationship with ourselves. What You Will Learn: - The misconceptions around working with our inner critic, and the steps we can take to change our relationship with this part of ourselves. - An ...
Mar 12, 2024•50 min•Season 2Ep. 5
Today I welcome Adinaj Johnson, a retired psychology professor, author, and podcast host, known for her insightful work in 'Butterfly Blue: The Pain of Infertility and The Power of Forgiveness' and her podcast 'Black Butterfly/Black Pearls'. Through our conversation, Adina shares her journey of forgiveness, after her father essentially abandoned her, and how that forgiveness let her move forward in the life she deserved. Her message around the power of forgiveness is deeply transformational, ill...
Feb 27, 2024•45 min•Season 2Ep. 4
Today we welcome Shelja Garg, CPA turned life coach and mental health advocate, whose story is a testament to the power of self-love, resilience, and authenticity. Diagnosed with an autoimmune kidney disease in 2014, Shelja's life took an unexpected turn that led her down a path of deep personal healing and discovery. What You Will Learn: - Shelja’s journey from CPA to life coach, and how her diagnosis was a catalyst for profound personal transformation. - The decisive moment during the COVID-19...
Feb 13, 2024•46 min•Season 2Ep. 3
On this episode of Stillness Matters, our audience is treated to a thought-provoking discussion as we kick off the season with Christy Holt, affectionately known as the Happiness Hussy. Christy brings her rich perspective to our show, not only as the host of the Happiness Hussy podcast, but also as an author and a beacon of self-empowerment with her book and journal, Unstuck (for women) and Unstuck companion workbook What You Will Learn: - Christy's personal transformative journey from feeling '...
Jan 30, 2024•47 min•Season 2Ep. 2
In this enlightening episode, we dive into the pivotal role of emotional awareness in personal growth and making substantial changes in life. I emphasize the transformative power of acknowledging and understanding our emotions as the cornerstone to developing mental mastery. Listeners are encouraged to stay true to their New Year's resolutions, not just through sheer willpower, but by exploring the deeper emotional motivations that fuel these commitments. New Year’s Resolution often falter due t...
Jan 16, 2024•29 min•Season 2Ep. 1
"You can't really enjoy your life or enjoy anything in your life if you don't love yourself." In this episode Kristina Mand-Lakhiani, co-founder of Mindvalley and the first guest on the podcast, discusses the importance of self-love and its connection to happiness, challenges the hustle mentality in society, and shares insights from her upcoming book, "Becoming Flawsome," which focuses on embracing your imperfections and showing up authentically. Tune in and join the conversation. Kristina is al...
Jul 20, 2023•25 min•Ep. 14
"We deserve everything that we give other people. You deserve to have your needs met." In this episode, we discuss the dangers of conditioning women to be people pleasers. Drawing from an Instagram post, I reflect on my own experience as a recovering people pleaser and the impact it has on women's intuition, boundaries, and overall well-being. Today you'll gain insights into this common pattern and find inspiration to create a more sustainable experience. Let's learn to break free from societal ...
Jun 27, 2023•27 min•Ep. 13
"There are some pretty magical things that can happen when you jump before you think you're ready." What was initially a marketing tool for my business, eventually became an unintentional coping mechanism. Let's discuss social media, its addictive nature, the illusion of reality it presents, the mindless scrolling, and the spiral of negative thinking it can trigger. Tune in! Social Media is a space where we connect with people, share our thoughts and ideas, and stay updated with the latest happe...
Jun 10, 2023•21 min•Ep. 12
"What if we experienced life unencumbered as a human?" The ideal human experience, while subjective, does have something in common across all of us, the lack of unnecessary stress and a high amount of "feel good" moments; but that is not to say that it should be completely free from struggle because you gain a great deal of knowledge and growth from it too. So how do you go about making the most of the life you have today? Tune in! Imagine waking up with no pain in your body, no alarm, no rush s...
May 29, 2023•25 min•Ep. 11
“Growth doesn't happen where you feel safe; it happens outside your comfort zone.” What do expectations and your wildest dreams have in common?? (spoiler: it has nothing to with being unachievable) This week you will learn exactly how to challenge the beliefs that have been holding you back from living your most authentic, fulfilling life. Breaking free from the cycle of self-expectations, sabotage and people pleasing, requires you to explore the hidden impact of the should’s and if only’s, and ...
May 12, 2023•37 min•Ep. 10
Explore with me the amazing methods of tapping and Rapid Relief Technique and how you can use them to fully process your emotions and unlock coping mechanisms stored in your nervous system. Emotions can get stuck in the body causing stress and affecting different organs and systems, so today you'll learn how to get unstuck. Tune in! Are you normally aware of the sensations in your body? Most of us have shut down our ability to tune into our bodies and truly feel and process the sensations and em...
Apr 26, 2023•32 min•Ep. 9
It’s known that nature impacts your health and wellbeing but, how much exposure and what kind of natural environment do you need for it to be effective? In this episode, I talk about what happens to you when you are outdoors and the impact that nature has on your body, brain and mind, and I take you through a short meditation to help you find your elemental affinity, so that you can incorporate nature into your life and not only reap the benefits, but magnify its healing power. Nature has a prof...
Apr 11, 2023•35 min•Ep. 8
There's a lot of trust that comes behind cultivating your intuitive senses, and it is all within walking distance. In this episode I will take you through a walking exercise that can help you tune into your inner knowing, "sometimes the best rewards come from taking a risk and trusting your gut." A client of mine asked me about intuition and how to cultivate it, and one exercise that can really help with that is intuitive walking. All you need to do is go outside and take whatever direction come...
Mar 23, 2023•21 min•Ep. 7
"Have you found that moment of time or that activity that brings you excitement and joy again? Because when we don't have those moments, it's like we're just going through life on autopilot." Did the pandemic change you? It most likely did, from your routines to your preferences and choices. In this episode, I talk about the neuroscience behind habits and routines, how the pandemic impacted my ability to dream, and how to give yourself something to look forward to and do things that bring you jo...
Mar 09, 2023•39 min•Ep. 6
A day in the life of a chaotic person can be summed up into one word, "Chaotic." As humans, we go through a lot trying to achieve our goals and maintaining the bonds in our relationships with family and friends. This series of activities hit us so hard and fast that we forgot to breathe, as there was no room for stillness to be practiced. We must slow down a bit and live. Experiencing stillness is beautiful. It is a place you would want to go back to after your first time. In this episode of Sti...
Feb 23, 2023•24 min•Ep. 5
Have you ever had those moments that are completely unrelated and coincidental, yet seem to appear in connected patterns? Today's discussion (by popular demand) is all about synchronicity! "Synchronicity is often said to be like a message from the universe, a message from spirit guides, indications that you're in flow, that you're on the right track." But it's also a pattern of brain science! The reticular activating system (or RAS for short) is responsible for filtering all the stimulus we rece...
Feb 12, 2023•32 min•Ep. 4
