Get ready to host the ultimate holiday party with this episode of The Grit Show! Join host Shawna Rodrigues as she dives into the world of hosting with special guest Mara, founder of Joyful Hostess. From wine tasting parties to Great Gatsby-themed New Year's Eve bashes, Mara's expertise will inspire you to create unforgettable experiences for your guests. Discover Mara's tips for simplifying meal preparations, outsourcing tasks, and prioritizing self-care during the busy holiday season. Dive int...
Nov 07, 2023•42 min•Season 2Ep. 69
Have you ever felt weighed down by the baggage of your past? Or maybe you've found yourself stuck in a cycle of negative thinking and low self-esteem? Well, in this episode of The Grit Show, our guest shares how to turn your baggage into luggage and live a life by design, not default! Donna shares her own journey of purpose and how she overcame shame, fear, and societal rejection to become the founder of Vibrant Living International. With over 25 years of experience, she's developed two powerful...
Oct 31, 2023•28 min•Season 2Ep. 68
Today on The Grit Show we get to dive into navigating life's transitions with purpose. Life is a journey filled with twists, turns, and unexpected changes. Join us as we embark on a powerful conversation about finding purpose amidst life's transitions. Our guest, Lauren St. George, a renowned change facilitator, shares her expertise in helping individuals reclaim their sense of purpose and reimagine their next chapter. From major life events like divorce, grief, and retirement to feeling stuck a...
Oct 24, 2023•30 min•Season 2Ep. 67
In this episode of The Grit Show, we dive into the power of reframing judgment. Discover three simple techniques to transform your perspective, strengthen your relationships, and get at the root of why slipping into judgement is so easy for all of us. Through insightful anecdotes and real-life examples, you'll learn how to navigate judgment in a way that fosters growth and connection. Join us as we delve into why judgment can become our default mode, particularly in challenging and traumatic tim...
Oct 17, 2023•23 min•Season 2Ep. 66
Learn the art of handling difficult individuals isn't just about maintaining your calm and composure. Based on the title of Hesha's book, I thought I was going to get a nice reminder in how to remain neutral and listen more. Hesha offers her mantra, but she offers so much more. Today's guest empowers us with tools to defuse and nullify bullies, as well as make it easier to get our point across and increase connection. With a career of tested techniques and a desire to share it with more of us, o...
Oct 10, 2023•48 min•Season 2Ep. 65
Curating Your World and unlocking the Joy Equation: Are you aware of the inputs that could be stealing your joy? Join us in this episode as we tackle the often overlooked factors that shape our happiness. From the music we listen to during our daily commute to the articles we read and the social media we scroll through, discover how these seemingly small choices can have a profound impact on our mindset and well-being. Our host shares a personal revelation about the incongruence between her play...
Oct 03, 2023•16 min•Season 2Ep. 64
Today’s episode is a meaningful conversation about healing from toxic relationships and reclaiming your sense of self. We delve into the complex layers of toxic relationships and the profound impact they can have on our lives. Our guest is an expert who shares her experience and provides invaluable tools and strategies for how she’s supported others in navigating these relationships. Throughout the episode, we discuss the myths surrounding healing from toxic relationships. Time does not automati...
Sep 26, 2023•31 min•Season 2Ep. 63
Are you tired of feeling like you're constantly spinning your wheels and not making progress towards your goals? In this game-changing episode of The Grit Show, we unlock the power of alignment and how it can transform your life. Shawna shares examples from her personal journey and how reflection and assessment have been valuable tools. In this conversation you'll gain insight into how work, family, health, and self are each on separate tracks, but all need to be functioning properly as their in...
Sep 19, 2023•34 min•Season 2Ep. 62
This week on The Grit Show we dives deep into the origin of our limiting beliefs and how they hold us back from reaching our true potential. Be prepared to challenge your self-criticism and rewrite the negative narratives that have been holding you back. Don't miss out on this powerful conversation that will empower you to peel back the layers to see what is at the root of your fears and let you step into the next phase of growth with confidence and authenticity. As we all check into our mindset...
Sep 12, 2023•46 min•Season 2Ep. 61
Have you made a mistake while trying to help a loved one cope with grief? Have you been the one who has lost someone and the missteps of others caused you twinges of pain. I think we all have. Grief isn't easy and its not something many of us are good at. Today's conversation is a continuation of the conversation we started last week, so if you haven't already heard episode 59 - be sure to start there. Today we get deeper into how to support someone who is grieving the loss of an animal, and how...
Sep 05, 2023•41 min•Season 2Ep. 60
Would you, or someone you know, say that they like animals more than people? If so, this episode is for you. Get ready to be captivated as we dive into the extraordinary connection many of us share with our pets. Join us as we welcome Rachel Augusta, a world-renowned animal medical intuitive, who has been a healer for both beloved animal companions and their owners. We'll touch on Rachel's awe-inspiring journey, as she shares how she defies the odds and helps even those said to have mere hours t...
Aug 29, 2023•34 min•Season 2Ep. 59
If you want support on how to rest, revive, and tackle burnout – this is the episode for you. This episode gives you the strategies you need to make burnout a problem of the past. In this episode of The Grit Show, we dive deep into the importance of rest to prevent burnout. *And* we talk about what rest needs to look like. In the world we live in, rest isn't a priority or even permitted, and we need to individually advocate for and change that. Matt McKinnon, a social worker in hospice care, wil...
Aug 22, 2023•47 min•Season 2Ep. 58
In this episode of The Grit Show, we dive into the groundbreaking concept of completing the stress cycle. Join us as we explore how intentional actions, like physical activity (yes, this includes skateboarding) and deep breathing, can help your body process and work through stress. Get ready to laugh out loud with joy, as we uncover the power of big belly laughter in completing the cycle. You'll discover your own preferences for stress relief and learn how engaging with enjoyable content, or eve...
Aug 15, 2023•43 min•Season 2Ep. 57
In today's episode of The Grit Show, we continue our deep dive into the world of coaching versus therapy (if you haven't heard this full series, go back to episode 53 and 55 to catch up!). Building on our previous discussions, we delve into the differences between coaches and therapists and provide real-life examples to help you gain clarity on which approach is right for you. With our knowledgeable panel of guests, we address burning questions related to finding the right helper for your journe...
Aug 08, 2023•51 min•Season 2Ep. 56
In this riveting episode of The Grit Show, our captivating panel lifts the veil and navigates the intricate world of coaching titles and lingo to untangle what it truly means for you. As helping relationships are a key part of growth, the panel offers insights on how to identify the qualities that truly resonate. Elaborating on the titles and unique qualities of coaches in this episode, builds on our previous conversation which focused on therapists. (This is part of our three-part series beginn...
Aug 01, 2023•35 min•Season 2Ep. 55
We are thrilled to be celebrating the success and one-year anniversary of The Grit Show! It has been an incredible journey, and it wouldn't be possible without all the support and encouragement from our listeners. Did you know that only 10% of podcasts make it to the one-year mark? If you follow Authentic Connections Network on IG @37by27 you are probably well aware of the challenges and joys of podcasting! Very grateful for the supports that make it possible to still be here connecting, growing...
Jul 25, 2023•49 min•Season 2Ep. 54
Have you ever wondered the difference between a coach and a therapist? Do you think there even is a difference? There are multiple terms for coaches. If you browse through the list of the incredible guests we’ve had on The Grit Show; you’ll find at least 15 variations. That doesn’t even touch on the multiple terms for clinicians; from Marriage and Family Therapists to Licensed Clinical Social Workers to Licensed Professional Counselors. I recently had a helpful conversation that made me realize ...
Jul 18, 2023•59 min•Season 2Ep. 53
In this thought-provoking episode of The Grit Show, we delve into the transformative practice of holding space, an essential skill in today's fast-paced world. Tune in as we explore the transformative power of sitting with someone's emotions without rushing to change their emotional state or “fix” their troubles. It's the importance of creating a safe and supportive environment where emotions can be explored and understood without judgment. We'll reflect on childhood friendships, the challenges ...
Jul 11, 2023•29 min•Season 2Ep. 52
Unlocking the Power of Intentionality: In Episode 51 of The Grit Show, we shine a spotlight on the intricate process of decision-making and how it shapes our lives. Join our esteemed guest, Dr. Rishma Walji, as she shares her insights into the world of intentional decision-making. Discover how our hidden thoughts, beliefs, and habits shape our choices without us even realizing it, and what we can do about this. Explore the transformative effects of processing emotions and validating reactions, a...
Jul 04, 2023•41 min•Season 2Ep. 51
Are you a mother whose felt overwhelmed by the emotional and energetic demands of motherhood? Or someone whose felt disconnected from your body due to illness, discomfort, or other struggles? Or possibly someone who’s struggled to find the way your many interests align? Whichever one speaks to you -today’s guest is someone whose journey is one you'll connect to. Sarah's personal journey toward wellness led her to draw from past experience as well as build upon the things that she found value in ...
Jun 27, 2023•34 min•Season 2Ep. 50
Are you giving yourself credit where credit is due? How much effort are you putting into doing *all* the things, versus celebrating all the things you are getting done? Is your focus on all the gains... or the gap? Today's episode is about focusing on the gain and about recognizing what we have accomplished and being intentional about where we put our focus. Celebrating how far we've come is the fuel we need to keep propelling our hard work forward. Join the conversation and spend some time refl...
Jun 20, 2023•37 min•Season 2Ep. 49
What are the things in your life that help you to recharge and bring you joy? Have you taken the time to identify them? Do you know how to best utilize them and integrate them? Today on The Grit Show we are bringing you an entire episode from Jacquelyn Emery's podcast Life in the Driver's Seat where she talks about not only identifying, but how to best utilize, what she calls battery chargers. Making sure your batteries are charged and using the things you love as fuel to care for yourself and e...
Jun 13, 2023•31 min•Season 2Ep. 48
Setting boundaries can be hard, at least it's something I'm constantly working on. Today's conversation is a valuable one full of insights as our guest illuminates how easy boundary setting can be, and what things we need to look out for when setting them. Join us for a lively conversation as we try out various examples around boundaries and how they look when we actually put them in our lives. You'll even experience the mic drop moment when Jacquelyn puts together together for me the concept ar...
Jun 06, 2023•54 min•Season 2Ep. 47
Have you noticed that burnout rates have increased during the pandemic? We sure have and it's a topic that we are wanting to learn more about. Today's guest has a Facebook Group - Burnout to Brilliance and her own journey of breaking through burnout. In our conversation she shares how she transitioned away from from burn-out medical specialist to eventually find the alignment of her medical training, preserves what is most important to her, and steers her clear of burn-out; as a functional medic...
May 30, 2023•50 min•Season 2Ep. 46
If you've been struggling with your finances, then you won't want to miss the latest episode of our podcast. Our guest is a Financial Coach that you can relate to, as walking the talk is what led her to her line of work. Your jaw will drop when you learn how quickly she and her husband paid off $245,000 in debt, and the list of other expenses they were still able to cover while doing it. We keep the conversation relatable as we discuss such things as the feeling of shame that many of us attach t...
May 23, 2023•43 min•Season 2Ep. 45
In this week's episode, we have an incredible guest who shares insights about bodywork and how it can help you understand and listen to your body better. Do have a specific area of our body that always seems to give you trouble? Whether it's our neck, back, or shoulder, we all have that one spot that we wish we could alleviate. However, have you ever stopped to think about why that particular spot is always tense or strained? What is your body trying to communicate to you through those aches and...
May 16, 2023•40 min•Season 2Ep. 44
This week we are doing things a little differently! You get the opportunity to experience a Guest Episode from The Fire Inside Her Podcast with Diane Schroeder. I am sharing with you “Connection, Community, and Collaboration” which features a guest from Oregon (my home state, and where I currently live, so definitely a bonus). Diane’s podcast is part of the Authentic Connections Network, the podcast network I founded to address the lack of women’s voices in podcasting. Her podcast focuses on Sel...
May 09, 2023•46 min•Season 2Ep. 43
Do you ever freeze up a little when someone shares with you the complex story of a terrible situation they are experiencing? Maybe you aren’t sure how to respond, or maybe you are overwhelmed by what they may be experiencing. Difficulties and challenges are feeling more common, or perhaps there are more shared experiences of bigger traumas that are bringing the conversations to the surface. Our guest today, Katharine Manning, has been working alongside traumas and supporting the individuals left...
May 02, 2023•37 min•Season 2Ep. 42
Is sleep something you ignore? Something you think of as less important? Today’s guest refers to it as the “Cinderella” of good health for this very reason. It’s the thing we don’t pay attention to or notice, especially if it is going well. Sleep is something we take for granted. If you’ve gone through a period when sleep doesn’t come easily, you know how disruptive lack of sleep can be. However, you may not have given much thought to all the varied impacts it can have on your day and your healt...
Apr 25, 2023•46 min•Season 2Ep. 41
Did you know that an emotion only lasts 6 seconds? That's how long the chemical process takes. It may seem like it lasts a lot longer, but that's because that initial reaction can become a feeling which has some nuances. We'll touch on that concept today, but mostly we are going to dive into a concept that may be very unfamiliar to you. I know it is pretty foreign to me. It's the idea that our emotions, those chemical reactions, are sending us signals for our personal benefit. That those message...
Apr 18, 2023•35 min•Season 1Ep. 40
