“Children are not things to be molded, but are people to be unfolded." - Jess Lair In this episode, I talk about: Understanding that we have the ability to reverse-engineer how we want to feel in ALL of our relationships, and taking ownership of that ability Learning to practice connecting through listening more and speaking less Moving away from ideas of "fixing" our children's behavior/actions and instead embracing co-creating with your child Recognizing when we are projecting our guilt and ou...
Aug 01, 2023•31 min•Transcript available on Metacast “I bring peace into moments of chaos." - Johnathan Lockwood Huie In this episode, I talk about: Exploring how to harness emotional freedom; that what happens to us doesn't need to consume us The mindset shift that happens when we look at time and energy differently, and the changes that can result (including better managing overwhelm) Demonstrated value of working on you first , and how this facilitates change in other areas of your life Continue the conversation on Instagram @heatherchauvin_ Fi...
Jul 25, 2023•43 min•Transcript available on Metacast “DIG deep--get deliberate, inspired, and going." - Brené Brown In this episode, I talk about: Managing how to let go of "the how" of a process and instead adopt an energy of being curious, and what this can look like Paying attention to what pulls you, and giving yourself the opportunity to listen to your desires and lean toward them Recognizing that realizing a dream will likely require us to acquire new skills; to be able to become the person we need to be to accomplish that next level, we wil...
Jul 18, 2023•36 min•Transcript available on Metacast “You are a powerful point of consciousness. A bright particle of light within the Greater Light. Be brave, be wise, and always trust your gut." - Anthon St. Maarten In this episode, Bridgitte shares her perspective and highlights: Her journey at an early age of learning to trust her intuition and letting it be a guide in her healing as well as her strategies of getting in tune with herself How healing one's own body is impacted by many factors, including our perceived deservedness to be healthy ...
Jul 11, 2023•32 min•Transcript available on Metacast “Control leaves no room for trust." - Glennon Doyle In this episode, I talk about: Exploring the roots of our need to control our children's behavior or emotions, and ways we can engage our emotional intelligence so that we can instead co-create with them The fight, flight, or freeze responses that happen within all of us when facing conflict and how to tune into your child's response (as well as your own!) and effectively communicate Strategies for cultivating an effective process to hold your ...
Jul 04, 2023•1 hr 3 min•Transcript available on Metacast “Alone, we can do so little; together, we can do so much." - Helen Keller In this episode, Danielle shares her perspective and highlights: Her own journey with self-doubt and imposter syndrome, and how she rediscovered her identity and actualized her dream of creating a podcast. Recognizing the amount we anchor our identity in our work - and what it is like to rediscover other components of our identity The importance of community and connection to creating something meaningful Danielle Wiebe is...
Jun 27, 2023•38 min•Transcript available on Metacast “Sometimes we self-sabotage just when things seem to be going smoothly. Perhaps this is a way to express our fear about whether it is okay for us to have a better life." - Maureen Brady In this episode, I talk about: A deeper understanding of what self-sabotage is and why we may be doing it with or without our awareness The ability to identify the patterns and habits that keep us in self-sabotage Strategies for breaking these self-sabotage patterns Continue the conversation on Instagram @heather...
Jun 21, 2023•25 min•Transcript available on Metacast “Life doesn’t get easier or more forgiving, we get stronger and more resilient.” - Steve Maraboli In this episode, Dr. Bhushan shares her perspective and highlights: Her journey with components of her own identity, and the healing and changes she underwent The value of vulnerability and the capacity to ask for help when we need it in order to break out of cycles and continue to grow Making the decision to do the emotionally uncomfortable work to be able to make progress in healing Dr. Neeta Bhus...
Jun 13, 2023•38 min•Transcript available on Metacast “When we love, we always strive to become better than we are. When we strive to become better than we are, everything around us becomes better too." - Paulo Coelho In this episode, I talk about: My journey with my husband Bryan and the effect of personal development work has had on our relationship Recognizing that we can only lead by example, and this can be an effective catalyst for change in any of our relationships The importance of pursuing what we desire and not playing small, while learni...
Jun 06, 2023•22 min•Transcript available on Metacast “Success is a process… During that journey sometimes there are stones thrown at you, and you convert them into milestones.” - Sachin Tendulkar In this episode, Mike shares his perspective and highlights: His own personal experience with diet culture, orthorexia, and his healthy transformation to finding balance The psychology behind staying motivated and being flexible with our goals Making decisions based on inner needs, and the importance of uncovering our motivations behind wanting to achieve...
May 30, 2023•45 min•Transcript available on Metacast “One must maintain a little bit of summer, even in the middle of winter.” - Henry David Thoreau In this episode, I talk about: My top three things that I am practicing this summer to get the most out of this season Recognizing that "doing less" is not necessarily restorative, and how to actually find alignment and balance The value of creating a life that you don't need a vacation from Continue the conversation on Instagram @heatherchauvin_ Learn more about my summer programs and get the most ou...
May 23, 2023•27 min•Transcript available on Metacast “Play is the work for the child.” - Maria Montessori In this episode, Avital shares her perspective and highlights: Dispelling the expectation of being a "yes" parent and instead fostering the skills of independent play within your children The realities of balancing work and family life, and learning to regard your work time and family time with flexibility Playing the "long game" of parenting; focusing on gradually giving responsibilities to children, earning their respect, and guiding them th...
May 16, 2023•52 min•Transcript available on Metacast “You must do the things you think you cannot do.” - Eleanor Roosevelt In this episode, I talk about: My insights on parenting and personal growth, sharing what I have learned and what I have seen within my own community of clients Learning that p ersonal and professional growth requires continued effort and attention to areas such as time management and strategic planning The importance of persevering through the discomfort in order to achieve growth Continue the conversation on Instagram @heath...
May 13, 2023•33 min•Transcript available on Metacast “What lies behind us and what lies before us are tiny matters compared to what lies within us.” - Ralph Waldo Emerson In this episode, Kristi shares her perspective and highlights: The experience of discovering her true self and what this process looked like and the challenges she faced Facing perfectionism and a tendency to people-please, and working through these thought processes that hold us back What the process of change and healing feels like and the importance of forgiving yourself Krist...
May 02, 2023•33 min•Transcript available on Metacast “Just because everyone else does, it doesn't mean you have to. Break the repetitive cycle and excel beyond the norm.” - Torron-Lee Dewar In this episode, I talk about: The importance of listening to our children and seeking alternatives that match their desires and emotions - even if that means going against the mainstream The value of looking beyond fear and lack of security, and instead pursuing a path that feels more aligned Understanding our teens and figuring out who we need to become in or...
Apr 26, 2023•24 min•Transcript available on Metacast “Before you are a leader, success is all about growing yourself. When you become a leader, success is all about growing others.” - Jack Welch In this episode, Erin shares her perspective and highlights: Discovering that the parenting skills we build ultimately improve our leadership skills in other areas of our life Embracing the emotionally uncomfortable conversations that we might need to have in the workplace and anticipating being met with resistance Her experiences navigating the difference...
Apr 18, 2023•32 min•Transcript available on Metacast “We grow fearless when we do the things we fear.” - Robin Sharma In this episode, I talk about: Embracing the fear of the unknown and letting go of the "how" and accepting support in order to be able to move forward How important it is to be ready to do the emotionally uncomfortable work, willing to carve out time for the work, and be invested in the process Focusing on developing your self-trust and moving away from self-punishment Continue the conversation on Instagram @heatherchauvin_ Find ou...
Apr 12, 2023•59 min•Transcript available on Metacast “Each individual woman’s body demands to be accepted on its own terms.” - Gloria Steinem In this episode, Dr. Brighten shares her perspective and highlights: How many women still struggle to identify what is "normal" and what is not within their own body The relationship between sex and emotions, and how the two interact How the messages we receive about the female body tend to promote shame and distort our understanding of what is normal and natural Dr. Jolene Brighten NMD, is a hormone expert,...
Apr 04, 2023•37 min•Transcript available on Metacast “We have all a better guide in ourselves, if we would attend to it, than any other person can be.” - Jane Austen In this episode, I talk about: What it means to give yourself permission to "fail fast"; seeing failure as part of the growth and development process along with the experience of feelings like shame and guilt What it can look like to maintain trust in yourself in situations where you don't feel the most capable or confident The core of almost everything to attaining the life we want t...
Mar 28, 2023•24 min•Transcript available on Metacast “When you quit drinking you stop waiting.” - Caroline Knapp In this episode, Jenn shares her perspective and highlights: The prevalence of drinking in culture, and how it is deemed "acceptable" as a way to cope with adulthood/motherhood Viewing the habit of drinking as placed along a spectrum and examining your own relationship with alcohol Discussing what it means to be "sober-minded"; to be awake, alert, and present in our lives Jenn Kautsch is the founder and creator of the SoberSis community...
Mar 23, 2023•27 min•Transcript available on Metacast “Not until we are lost do we begin to understand ourselves.” - Henry David Thoreau In this episode, Rachel shares her perspective and highlights: Her mental health journey and the difficulties she had around the time her book was being released How the social media marketing industry changing (for the better) and how this has impacted how she markets her business An observation of how success still holds a definition that does not apply for many women, and what it is like defining success for ou...
Mar 21, 2023•42 min•Transcript available on Metacast “The part can never be well unless the whole is well.” - Plato In this episode, Jenn shares her perspective and highlights: Debunking the assumption that just because a symptom or collection of symptoms is common, that it is normal. Understanding that creating change in our bodies and how we feel will require habit changes and long-term commitment - it's not going to be a quick fix A few foundational starting points to start regulating your blood sugar and hormones Jenn Pike is a Functional Medi...
Mar 16, 2023•48 min•Transcript available on Metacast “Every action you take is a vote for the person you wish to become.” - James Clear In this episode, I talk about: Examining the difference between planning, learning, and strategizing versus taking action Understanding how some processes of "motion" may feel like progress but do not actually progress you The importance of recognizing the tasks that you undertake that are wasting your time and not resulting in any action or results Continue the conversation on Instagram @heatherchauvin_ Join the ...
Mar 15, 2023•28 min•Transcript available on Metacast “What we really want to do is what we are really meant to do. When we do what we are meant to do, money comes to us, doors open for us, we feel useful, and the work we do feels like play to us.” - Julia Cameron In this episode, I talk about: Why we don't stick to good revenue-generating habits Understanding and getting clear on what you need to put in place in order to generate more revenue Leveraging the cold/warm/hot marketing strategy Continue the conversation on Instagram @heatherchauvin_ To...
Mar 09, 2023•10 min•Transcript available on Metacast “Don't believe every thing you think.” - Byron Katie In this episode, Morgan and I talk about: Learning how to confront fearful thoughts, ego, and misaligned thinking and bring you back to yourself Understanding that to have abundance and ease, we must be willing to experience the opposite as well Recognizing that emotional discomfort and difficult situations will always arise, and it's in how you approach and get yourself through these situations that matters To find out more about Morgan Ruff ...
Mar 08, 2023•42 min•Transcript available on Metacast “As soon as you trust yourself, you will know how to live.” - Goethe In this episode, I talk about: My own recent experience with panic and fear, and sharing the reality of that experience How to face the emotional discomfort and the painful healing journey when you decide to take action on change The importance of self-trust as an anchor and using the question "how do I want to feel?" as a guide to creating a strategy Continue the conversation on Instagram @heatherchauvin_ Find out more about t...
Mar 03, 2023•27 min•Transcript available on Metacast “Doubt kills more dreams than failure ever will.” - Suzy Kassem In this episode, Amy shares her perspective and highlights: How to use your "why" to guide you through self-doubt and fear The importance of working through difficult emotions as part of being able to grow as an entrepreneur Amy's real-life examples of the "messiness" behind the scenes of her business and how she works through it Amy is an ex-corporate girl, author, online marketing expert, and the host of the top-ranked podcast, On...
Feb 21, 2023•27 min•Transcript available on Metacast “Life is to be lived, not controlled; and humanity is won by continuing to play in face of certain defeat.” - Ralph Ellison In this episode, I talk about: Learning to trust yourself and learning to trust that your desires matter The importance of meeting our desires in a sustainable way, not in a way that will exhaust us or cause burnout Assessing our willingness to take a risk to pursue our desires and the value of "acting as if" Continue the conversation on Instagram @heatherchauvin_ Find out ...
Feb 16, 2023•30 min•Transcript available on Metacast “Motivation is what gets you started. Habit is what keeps you going.” - Jim Ryun In this episode, I talk about: Defining how you want to feel and allowing this to be your guide for cultivating the habits you need to create those feelings How to stick to your goals without giving up and letting go of perfection The simple ways to navigate the distractions (that will inevitably occur) and stay on track Continue the conversation on Instagram @heatherchauvin_ Find out more about the coaching OPEN HO...
Feb 09, 2023•26 min•Transcript available on Metacast “When you get your “Who am I?” question right, all the “What should I do?” questions tend to take care of themselves.” - Richard Rohr In this episode, Jessica shares her perspective and highlights: The importance of learning to trust yourself and learning the difference between fear and what we know to be true The value of doing the "inner work" and realizing that our most important job is getting to know ourselves, to develop our skill of intuition Identifying self-trust and learning to access ...
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