I’ve had some of the biggest wins in my life when I’ve been intentional about being present in the process of accomplishing my goals. In this episode, I’m going to break down for you the benefits of setting intention each and every day and how it will transform your life and help you to stay motivated to accomplish your goals. To access today's show notes, head over to www.thecouragecast.com.
As women, we all have a tendency to undervalue who we are and not really play to our strengths. In this episode, Shalon Ironroad opens up about the journey she has been on to be fully present in her life not only as an entrepreneur but as a mother. Shalon gives us practical insight on how to focus on who we are instead of what we do because that is how we can bring our unique gifts to the world. Shalon is on a mission to help women feel the power and light they already have inside of them. She i...
How do you deal with failure? My history with failure has been less than stellar. I’m pretty sure I’ve failed way more than I have been successful in my life, but every time I want to try something new I feel the same pit in my stomach about putting myself and my ideas into the world. In this episode, we are going to be talking about how we can get up after we fail. I'm sharing with you some practical tools to help you succeed at failing. To access today's show notes, head over to www.thecourage...
In this episode of I am chatting with the founder of an all-female co-working space here in Toronto called 'Make Lemonade'. During our conversation, Rachel Kelly shares all about what it takes to have a successful startup, how to create healthy boundaries in life and business and when to say no to opportunities that just don’t work for you. To access today's show notes or connect with Rachel, head over to www.thecouragecast.com . Rachel’s first “real” job was a typical 9-5 desk gig where she wou...
Now that the winter Olympics in Pyeongchang has come to a close I am almost at a loss for what to do with my free time. For the past two weeks, I was captivated by winter sports and elite athletes who compete at the highest level on the world biggest stage. It amazes me the time and energy that these Olympians have dedicated to being the best in their sport. And although it takes some very special to be an Olympian, it takes something even greater to be an Olympic Champion. In this episode, I'm ...
"I had to start creating space for these feelings to be filled and to me, that’s simply the answer for every part of our grief." The story you are about to hear is so very powerful. Speaking with Karen Lang felt like chatting with an old friend, and the way she shares her story of grief and healing will bring you so much hope. After her son died suddenly at nine years old, Karen went on a journey to understand her life without her son. In our conversation, Karen explains in such a beautiful way ...
There is a lot of talk about vulnerability especially since Brene Browns TED talk went viral a few years ago. So why is still so hard for us to actually be vulnerable in our relationships? In this episode, I’m sharing a few of my thought on vulnerability and how we can access the courage we need to act upon that vulnerability with those we are in relationship with. To access the show notes, head over to www.thecouragecast.com.
In this episode of The Couragecast, I am talking to Abby Paterson about how she was able to come to terms with the end of her marriage at a very young age. Abby shares with transparency the journey she went on to find hope in the midst of one of the most painful experiences of her life. During our conversation, she shares how she is not willing to be defined by her past, but instead is using this experience to help other women navigate crisis within their relationships. Abby is a blogger, event ...
During the month of February we are in a series on having courage in life, love and relationships. From the outset I want to say that in no way do I have any of this figured out, but I hope to share with you some of what I have learned along the way. Today we are focusing on how you can have the courage to communicate in every area of your life. In this conversation I am joined by my friend Ruth Mullen. To access todays shownotes, head over to www.thecouragecast.com
Today I am chatting with an amazing woman whose story will amaze you. Married to her college sweetheart, she and her husband started a life that young women dream of. Then the unthinkable happened, and her husband and brother in law both died in a tragic accident. Now a young widow and mother of a toddler, Holly went on a journey of healing her broken heart and rebuilding her life. Holly is the Executive Director of Hope Women's Center, an unplanned pregnancy health clinic. Even though Holly was...
If you have been hanging out with us during the month of February then you know we have been talking about facing fear in life, love, and relationships. In this minisode I’m chatting with my friend Dani Kreeft about relationships and whether or not single people are missing out on love just because they are single.
Relationships can be difficult under any circumstance. My guest today had her world turned upside down when she found out she was expecting her fourth child from someone other than the man she was married to. With vulnerability and transparency, my friend Audrey shares with us the journey she and her husband Bob traveled when they decided to forgive one another and work through the difficult issues in their marriage. Audrey Meisner is a best-selling Author, Speaker, Relationship Specialist and F...
In this minisode of The Couragecast I am talking about one of my favourite thing, and something that has completely revolutionized my life and my business. If you’ve ever wondered what a Mastermind is all about then this is the episode for you. I’m going to give you the inside scoop and explain what takes place in a good Mastermind and what you should look for when you’re trying to find one. And for those of you who are interested in joining a Mastermind, I’m launching one that begins at the end...
So often in life, we as women can feel like we are being defined by the roles that we play, so we begin to search for our true identity. In this episode, I am talking with my friend and director of Tattered Tiaras about the struggles we face as women to be uniquely who have been created to be. In this candid conversation, Kathleen shares her battle with mental illness following the birth of her second son and how that was the catalyst for her becoming an advocate for women suffering from mental ...
Don’t believe everything you think. You were made on purpose for a purpose. Anything worth doing is going to be difficult. If it weren’t everyone would be doing it. In this minisode, I’m talking all about tackling your fear and how that starts with what you believe about your life and your future. To access the show notes or to sign up for the 5-day Wholehearted Challenge, head over to www.thecouragecast.com.
Have you ever wondered how you can marry your passions with your business? On this episode of The Couragecast, we are chatting with business strategist and the podcast host of ‘Big Hearted Business Show’, Kerry Sheppard. She explains that having a business is not just about having freedom, but it’s also about having the opportunity to give back. Kerry helps mission-driven entrepreneurs build a profitable online business so they can be more, do more and give more beyond their business. With over ...
What do you do when doubt rears its ugly head? In this week's minisode, we are going to be tackling the subject of doubt and how important it is to overcome our insecurities before they become the truth you believe about your life. When you allow negative thoughts creep in or cloud your judgment, you are giving room to anxiety to take root. You can do whatever it is that you set yourself to do. The only limitation is what you believe about achieving it. To access today's show notes head over to ...
In this episode of The Couragecast, I’m chatting with Naomi Cowan, talented singer-songwriter about her decision to leave a successful career in media to pursue her legacy as a reggae artist in Jamaica. Naomi is by far one of the most effervescent women you will ever encounter. She is kind and compassionate to everyone she meets which is one of the reasons she has been able to share her voice and beliefs cross-generationally. As the daughter of the reggae icon Tommy Cowan Carlene Davis, she felt...
Have you ever sat by and watched someone else celebrate a success but secretly wished that it was you instead of them? I think we all have. In this week's minisode, I'll walk you step by step through the process of standing by your friend when they succeed and all you want to do is lick your wounds. Comparison is the breeding ground for mediocrity and as long as you are stuck in the comparison trap, you will not be able to move forward with your own life. To access the show notes or connect with...
This is a first for The Couragecast and I am so excited to bring today’s guest to you today. [ SEBELL ] is a two-time Juno Award Winner (Canada’s Grammy). The indie-pop artist was named by Entertainment Tonight as a “Canadian To Watch” after releasing a Billboard Top 10 hit "Till The Sun Burns Out”, which broke Top 40 Canadian radio in just over a week and a half. [ SEBELL ] followed that success with, "Promiseland", which debuted on Spotify's Canadian Viral chart at #1, and later a remix of the...
If you could choose one word to encapsulate what you desire for this coming year what would it be? Love, hope, creativity, momentum, financial freedom? In this minisode, I share with you why I decided to choose a word for the year and how that word continues to impact my decision making throughout the course of a year. To access the show notes or to connect with Andrea, head over to www.thecouragecast.com.
In this episode of The Couragecast, I’m chatting with Shannan Scott, small business strategist and creative consultant about how she has learned to turn her obstacles into opportunities. Shannan helps business owners meet their ideas with intention and ultimately create higher levels of influence + impact in their industry. She combines her background in event management with her creative spirit and strategic brain to paint the big picture and sail through the small details of purposeful plans a...
In this episode of The Couragecast, we are finishing off a three-part series on goal setting. The episode focuses on how you can begin to create massive momentum as you move into the new year. To access the show notes, head over to www.thecouragecast.com.
The biggest reason that we are unable to accomplish our goals is lack of vision. Since what we focus on grows, it's imperative that we have a clear sense of where we are going. Don’t focus on what is, focus on what can be. Naveen Jain This is the second episode in a three-part series on goal setting for 2018. Maybe you have felt really confused about how to set goals (and achieve them). I'm going to take the confusion out of the goal-setting process by giving you a three-step plan to help you be...
This episode is the first of a three-part series on goal setting for 2018. We start right at the beginning -- looking back at the year that has just passed. I speak candidly about what worked for me and what did not and the process I use to set goals moving forward.
In this episode, I'm chatting with Tania Kolesnik, entrepreneur and owner of County Collective. She shares with how her life took a 180 when she hit rock bottom. Her honesty and candor about her struggle with depression and postpartum following the birth of her kids actually gave her the courage to leave life in the city and to open up shop in one of the most picturesque places in Ontario. Tania proudly lives in Prince Edward County, Ontario where she unschools her two children, Henri & Magn...
In this episode, Karin Eldor shares how she has learned to lead with her intuition, to stop pleasing others so that she can create space to say yes to her dreams.Karin Eldor is a writer specializing in career, fashion and lifestyle. After several years in the corporate world as the Social Media Manager and Copywriter at ALDO, she took her side hustle full-time and is now living out her dream as a contributor for sites like COVETEUR, Create & Cultivate, Monster, Teen Vogue, Shopify, and 818 A...
This episode of The Couragecast came straight from the heart no notes, just a desire to encourage you to live your true purpose with courage and passion. I'm embarking on a 5 day challenge to live more bravely and I hope that you'll join me. Sign up and www.andreacrisp.ca/livebravechallenge.
In this episode of The Couragecast, I had the privilege of having a conversation with Anna LeBaron. The story you are about to hear is real and raw. It is the true life story of a woman who embodies the definition of courage. I was honoured to be able to chat with Anna LeBaron about the healing that has taken place in her life, and the freedom she has experienced in sharing her story. Anna is one of fifty children fathered by Ervil LeBaron, who spent years hiding from the FBI until he was eventu...
In an ideal world, what would your life look like? In episode #013 of The Couragecast, I’ll be answering a great question that was sent to me from Karin in Montreal. She asked, ‘why is the word balance so important, can I actually live a balanced life?’. I’ll debunk the myth that all we need is work-life balance to be happy. It’s time to redefine what success really looks like. To access the show notes had over to www.thecouragecast.com. To sign up for the 5 day Live Brave Challenge to www.andre...
