In this episode, Sue & Deirdre talk about not only being mindful about the things you are grateful for, but how to turn that into an "Attitude of Gratitude" We discuss how to practice gratitude on a regular basis and the benefits of framing other events through this prism.
In this episode, Sue & Deirdre discuss why it is important to recharge. We all know ways we can recharge, but allowing ourselves the time, giving ourselves the permission can sometimes be a challenge. Today is about being kind to yourself. Simply said: Give yourself grace.
In this episode of “12 Roads to Oz,” Sue & Deirdre talk about making time for your spouse or partner. We’ve all been challenged by this: it’s easy to let everything else in life - kids, work, household stuff - take priority over your partner. We figure they’re not going anywhere...but that’s simply not true. You’ve seen it happen and so have we. They can leave the partnership, you can leave the partnership, there are no guarantees. It is a misconception to think that a marriage can survive i...
In this episode, Sue & Deirdre talk about the importance of failure. As women – and really as people - we have been taught that there is nothing worse than failing. But in today’s episode we are going to argue that failure is not a bad thing and in fact it can be crucial to success.
Finding Your Superpower and Using It To Empower Others In today’s episode, Sue & Deirdre talk about finding your superpower and using it as a way to connect with and empower other people. Everyone has a superpower, something they naturally do well in this world, but it's sometimes hard to recognize your own! This episode will help you recognize it and use it!
In this episode, Sue & Deirdre talk about unlocking the door to happiness through POSITIVITY. This may be the best kept secret of all! People are always searching for the secret to a happy life and what most of us miss is that happiness has to live somewhere. It needs a home. Tune in to find out more!
In this episode, Sue & Deirdre talk about creating a legacy. Think about it this way: What do you want people to say about you when you're not in the room? Would people describe you as someone who is joyful or a complainer? Would they say you spend your time doing meaningful work or just getting through the day? Would they say you are moving through life with passion or just standing still? Would you be afraid to know the answers? Listen to this powerful episode!
In this episode, Sue & Deirdre challenge you to LISTEN and TRUST your gut. Have you forgotten you have one? Have you been paying attention to what it’s telling you? It’s time to listen. Really listen and then act.
DETOURS: CANCER AND COVID make us turn off course, but only temporarily. In this extremely powerful episode, Sue and Deirdre talk about very recent, very personal health scares and how they are facing the challenge to stay in the driver’s seat.
In today's episode we talk about choices. The choice you make when you decide to drive rather than be a passenger on your life journey. If you drive, YOU can decide what your route will look like. And if someone ELSE is driving, you might end up in east bumfu@k and not have a clue how to get back to where you belong. So...take the wheel or take your chances!!
In this episode, Sue & Deirdre will make a case that this year - 2021 - is the year about YOU. Stop being a martyr - it doesn’t elevate your status with anyone. If you’re constantly trying to be the perfect partner, employee, parent and your putting everyone else’s needs first, you will live to regret it! This is the year of no regrets!
In this episode of Waking Oz, Sue & Deirdre ask the question: Can we be real? You will never move forward until you can clean out your physical space so you can clean out your mental space. We ALL get trapped by the STUFF...we carry too much shit around - in our homes, in our offices, in our cars, in our heads….let’s start by getting rid of the useless things we have hanging around. Now is a good time to start.
In this episode, Sue & Deirdre talk about creating adventures to challenge yourself, your marriage, your job status, your strength, whatever! We know there's a pandemic out there but get creative and imaginative. It can be done!!
In this episode, Sue & Deirdre talk about making a verbal commitment! Say what you want to do OUT LOUD. Telling someone you want to take a class, write a book, start selling jewelry on Etsy or take up kickboxing is the best way to take the first step in moving that item FORWARD. We'll also give you the secret to getting it all started: The 3 S's. Tune in!!
In this episode, Sue and Deirdre talk about not only listening to your gut, but surrounding yourself with the people who will both challenge and support your goals to follow your instincts. Change is hard but staying still is just boring and frankly, no way to live. Get rid of the Debbie Downers and the naysayers and build a community of cheerleaders. We will be your first two!!
In this episode of Waking Oz, Sue and Deirdre talk about not only listening to your gut, but actually taking steps to create the kind of change that will allow you to fly to new heights. Career not fulfilling? Relationship rut? Yeah, you are so not alone. Time to channel your inner Elphaba ladies, f@!k gravity, you're going to do this!!
Yes F@!*k Gravity ladies! In this episode, Sue and Deirdre ask the important question: Are you a Glinda or an Elphaba? Do you try to conform to unrealistic societal pressures to be the perfect mom, spouse, parent, employee, etc? Do you ignore your gut when it's telling you to make a change or pursue a goal? We think Elphaba gets a bad rap. She listens to her gut. Are you? "F" gravity ladies, it's time to fly!
In this episode, Sue & Deirdre talk about committing to your personal health and well-being. Many of us are working MORE not less since working from home (or what is now more aptly called living at work! ) We talk to Health and Wellness Expert Ilene Grady about how to prioritize your mental and physical health and how to give yourself some breathing room during these difficult COVID times.
In this episode, Sue and Deirdre talk about taking a chance and seizing a new opportunity. What's holding you back? Fear, finances, the little voice in your head that sends you negative messages? Guest Rosemary Porto chose to listen to her heart and take a big leap of faith. She has great insight and advice for anyone thinking about chasing that dream!
In this episode, Sue & Deirdre talk about the realities of living with adult kids during these crazy times. How NOT to fall back into old patterns and how to rewire our own thinking to manage this new living/working situation. Bottom line - LET IT GO!
In this episode of Waking Oz, Sue and Deirdre talk to Susan Hassett, the creator of Cocktail Sneakers, about her journey launching a lifestyle brand in her fifties. She'll discuss the risks, rewards and realities of chasing a passion in midlife. It's never too late ladies! Go for it!
In this episode, Sue & Deirdre talk with mountain biking enthusiast Galit Lev-Harir about her new-found passion - how she explored a new talent, developed her interest and connected with a network of like-minded women - all while managing a family and career.
In this episode, Sue & Deirdre talks about hands on ways to make some money while exploring your dreams and passions. Sometimes our superpower is so much a part of us, it's hard to think of it as a SKILL someone will pay us for. But they will! You need to be innovative and patient, but they will.
We call THIS EPISODE: RECOGNIZING YOUR SUPERPOWER AS A SUPERPOWER. We all have one, but many of us don’t know what it is because we just don’t recognize it as a power, we don’t understand its value. In this episode we’ll define what a superpower is, give some examples, have you ask yourself some questions to help you pinpoint and understand your superpower and finally talk about what to do with it - how to use it, how to share it, how to monetize it.
We call THIS EPISODE: Who is your Authentic Self? And more importantly, are you looking for her? The question about authenticity is a good one. A lot of us feel like we’re spinning our wheels in our jobs, maybe we’re uninspired or bored, maybe we’re anxious and feel stressed. But sometimes it’s hard to walk away. Either it’s all we know, or we’re making really good money. But if you’re not feeling it..you're not being true to yourself. It’s a constant journey and no one knows it better than our ...
Sue & Deirdre remind listeners NOT to fall back into old patterns! For many of us, COVID-19 has changed the way our families function. Parents are now becoming teachers, teens and college-age kids are again housemates, and balancing the new normal is a challenge! What will YOU do to ensure that everyone in the family is sharing responsibility? Being a MARTYR MOM will not serve you well. You need to find time to do those things you enjoy and are passionate about. It's good for the rest of the...
In this episode, we’re asking you to think about what you are grateful for - we know, not easy during these uncertain times. We get it, we're feeling the same stresses (working from home, sharing space, not seeing friends.) We chat with the perfect guest to talk about gratitude. Lauren L’Amour is a life coach, entrepreneur and the creator of the Life Visionary Coaching and spiritual mentoring process. She is dedicated to helping her clients “get their happy back.” Lauren has coached countless wo...
In this episode, we talk to the former Editor in Chief of Woman's Day magazine. Susan Spencer discusses her decision to leave a great job and how her plans for a two month sabbatical got derailed by the coronavirus pandemic. That said, Susan has learned to "prepare rather than plan," pivoting her course and telling us a lot about her take away from this difficult time. She is honest, funny and so insightful. If you are feeling like you have a lot of different roads you might take, you are not al...
In this episode, Sue & Deirdre will talk about how to use ingredients from home for basic self-care during quarantining. Most of us are now several weeks into socially distancing and we're now dealing with gray hair, grown out bangs, mangled stubs for nails and a unibrow. Help! You need to feel like you look halfway human before you can be even minimally productive so....we've got ideas!
In this episode of Waking Oz, we will talk about 5 habits (we call them the FAB 5) to create intent TODAY. This episode will provide you with some actionable items to take these crazy, seemingly unstructured, long-ass days and make them work for YOU. We call it "Pandemic Purpose."
