Bonus Wisdom Nugget: Why I hired a coach in December. On clarity and support and pace. With Margery Bailey
Margery and I had WAY too much fun in our convo, and this nugget felt like it needed it's own space. Whatcha think?

Margery and I had WAY too much fun in our convo, and this nugget felt like it needed it's own space. Whatcha think?
Margery Bailey, of Lively Columbia SC, is back in conversation with host Shannon Ivey. In this episode, they drill down on: 1. The benefits of home ownership 2. The art of negotiation 3. Why they both dislike the word "salesperson." 4. Why Maslow agrees you can't write the great American novel while living in your car. What's your favorite part? Like, share, and rate us 5 stars!
In this episode, coach and creative Shannon Ivey talks story and truth and energy with actress, singer, yoga teacher, and realtor Margery Bailey. Buckle up for this energetic (lol) convo and get a taste of two coaching tools Shannon will be obsessively talking about : LaBon and The Model.
Shannon Ivey, Founder of the #whatshesaidproject and lover of a good story, is bringing Story Slams back to Columbia, SC. Info: September 14th at 7 pm Location: Femme X in Columbia, SC
In this episode, Shannon interviews Katie Zenger of Zenger Strategies about the upcoming new course: Inspired Speaking. For more information and to register: z-strategies.com/inspiredspeaking
Caitlin Fisher is back with us to talk about Pride, gender, queerness with the topic "Am I Queer enough for Pride?." This conversation was so good, we needed it to be two episodes. Find Caitlin on facebook, instagram, and their website (and book)! See you soon for part 2! #pride #gender #queer #identity #binary #questioning #trans #lgbtqia #learn #beyondthebinary #binary #male #female #they #bi...
Our beloved Connie is back with a beautiful sweeping tale of a daughter and her father and love. Oh, and she sings again. We do love it when Connie sings. Want to chat more about your story? www.whatshesaidproject.com Got a story you want to send me? shannon@whatshesaidproject.com
Ok Fine. Shannon Ivey finally agreed to tell a story from her pandemic experience. Beyond being in a statistic of mothers who had job loss due to child care obligations and shifts in the workforce during the pandemic, her realization was a deeply personal one. Here's she discovered FOR SURE about herself and her kid during the pandemic. This is our last story of this spring, but we will be back in the fall with a new Story Slam (or something fun). As always, thank you so much to the South Caroli...
This Episode with Pamela deals with life and death, grief and wakeup calls. She didn't know it, but she is on the pain point of one of the biggest life questions you can be asked. She's a new storyteller, but her wisdom and advice is expert level. Enjoy. Thanks again to South Carolina Arts Commission for their support of Virtual Story Slams!
Jess is a storyteller, theatre artist, and all around creative love bug that brought us a story about hanging out with herself during the pandemic, and what she found out. Thank you Jess. We so resonate with this, and promise to work on our nonproductive and really unkind smack talking our brilliant selves. Thanks to the SC Arts Commisssion for their support of this Spring Virtual Story Slam!
Many years ago, a former SCSU student told me that if I didn't know Mel Trimble, the world wasn't right with her. Mel Trimble is a multitalented drama therapist (and only one in SC) and certified drama teacher, and an excellent storyteller. Her story is one you will want to listen to multiple times, so subscribe! Many many thanks to the @scartscommission for funding this season. It's big brave work in little nuggets, and I couldn't be prouder to share it with you. Please follow/subscribe/comment...
Jessica is having none of it. With good reason. I mean, she WANTED to, then...something broke. We hear you, Jess. Thank you for modeling it so...artistically for us. In our second episode of the Spring 21 Virtual Story Slam focused on women's pandemic realizations, Jessica Green Thonen sends us a CLEAR message (and a really gorgeous reminder). Thanks from the #whatshesaidproject to the SC ARTS COMMISSION for a Artist Project Support Grant, which is supporting this work. FMI: linktr.ee/whatshesai...
Thanks to the generous support of the South Carolina Arts Commission, we are bringing back the popular Virtual Story Slam! This spring, on the one year anniversary of the COVID shut down, we asked women some questions: -What did you learn about you during COVID? -What did this time mean for you? -How did you make it through? Not unsurprisingly, we got back a LOT of responses. So, until they are tired of talking about it, we will release these stories. We never tire of listening. #stories #storys...
In this episode, Kimberly Mathis and I talk about Relationship Anarchy, and how looking at autonomy can be empowering for all folks, whether they are relationship or not! We discuss all sorts of relationships, so if you are allergic to #queer or #nontraditional coupling, this might not be for you or your kids. #ra #relationshipanarchy #autonomy #coaching #empowering #love #romantic #platonic #partners #relationship #relationships #power #money https://theanarchistlibr...
Caitlin Fisher is back with us! In this episode, Caitlin covers 5 Myths/5 Questions You Shouldn't ask a Queer Person! This episode discusses adult themes of relationships, gender, nonbinary, queer, LGBTQ+. If you are sensitive to these issues, feel free to come back next week. If you have young children, there is mention of genitalia, sexual preferences, and nontraditional relationships, and therefore is not recommended. FOR EVERYONE ELSE, though, I offer this episode/this series as a way in. As...
We are thrilled to continue these important conversations with smart folks. This week's episode is a conversation with coach and therapist Kimberly Mathis. We talk about the difference between coaching and therapy, compassionate goal setting, our Year Compass facebook group, and our upcoming workshops. SO GOOD. Find Kimberly at: www.kimberlymathis.com @the.liberationcoach
New things are happening in 2021! This episode is now the #whattheysaidproject, thanks to the astute guidance of our next guest. Caitlin Fisher is an author, coach and creative. In this episode we talk all things pronouns, gender, queer coding, millennial, and how not to be a jerk. Caitlin has agreed to come back monthly, so send us your questions: shannon@whatshesaidproject.com CW: language, LGBTQ discussions ;) Find out more about Caitlin and their book: The Gaslighting of the Millennial Gener...
In this season, we share stories and interviews of "Love, Light, Levity, and other L words that bring us JOY." Our first storyteller of the season is actress and drama teacher Lakeetha Blakeney. She shares the LOVE story that came into her life in her 40th year and even during the pandemic. If you feel moved to do so, we welcome your tips: $LakeethaBlakeney80 If you're super into spreading cash app love, we won't say no: $whatshesaidproject Stay tuned this season as we roll out the love one epis...
You want more #actingtips and #actingtricks to making your way in the #businessofacting? Our beloved @arischaisastar is dropping knowledge all over the place! And we feel the #love. This is part 2 of our interview with @arischaisastar. Thanks for listening! #atlactor #laactor #podcast #shepodcasts #whatshesaidproject
In Part 1, we talk with the amazing actress Arischa Conner. She talks about #supportive adults, #creative education, #community, #acting, #film and #tv, and why she decided to go #fulltime to get her #dreamlife. This amazing love bug of a human will leave you wanting more (next week). There are some tips and tricks for #actors, so don't miss this and next week's episode!
In this conversation, we talk to our newest friend and badass human Serena Hicks, coach and founder of antiracismschool.com. We discuss #antiracism education #coaching #discomfort #blackandbrownbodytrauma #community #shame #goals. She's amazing, and I want you to go find out about her course launching Tuesday July 21: antiracismschool.com! Also, coaching and more on her page: serenahicks.com.
In this episode, we meet Ayana Crawford: Organizer, Activist, Consultant, Speaker, Writer, entrepreneuHer, and Community Liaison. We talk organizing, political careers, community activism, antiracist education, self care. She's an emerging leader with a bright future, and we are so lucky to get to know her.
In this epsisode, Jazmyne and I talk about #antiracist values in education, educational reform, the importance of policy, advocacy, and police reform. This amazing young leader will give you great hope for our future. #antiracist #youngleader #policyreform #blacklivesmattersc #policereform #educationreform #teachers #student
In this episode, we chat with comedian Tara Brown about how she found comedy, and how she's using it to lift spirits. #comedy #tarabrowncomedy #conversations #humans
This episode is a conversation with Demetrius Hill, co-founder of I Can't Breathe, SC (also Black Lives Matter SC). We discuss foundational information for white folks interested in learning how to be #antiracist.
Rebecca Davis is a trauma therapist who co-founded AR-TIC, LLC (anti-racist trauma informed care). Shannon interviews Rebecca about her work, her self, and some guiding principles of anti-racist education.
On this episode, Shannon explores the changing relationship with her father.
On this episode we talk to the host, Shannon, and her daughter, Zoe, about a shift happening in their world. Zoe shares her a story about kimchi. Our featured storyteller for this episode is Jerry, who has a shift in heart.
Olivia is our featured storyteller with a tale of Florida, her dad, diving, sharks, and adventure.
This is our second episode of our Virtual Story Slam. Our theme for this season is SHIFT. On this episode, you will be introduced to Connie. Connie beautifully tells a story about how shift showed up in a few ways in her life, in her relationship with her mother, and ultimately, in how she saw herself.