Alexis Kay: Reclaiming Your Power, Owning Your Story, and Becoming the Prize
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When we think about creating a life and career we love, it’s easy to get caught up in external validation. But true transformation starts from within, and reimagining our lives often means letting go of outside approval so that we can rediscover our own brilliance.
This week on The Change Effect, my guest Alexis Kay and I dive deep into her journey from rising star in the corporate creative world to founder, freelance storyteller, and coach. Alexis shares what led her to step off the “expected” path, her lessons learned from powerhouse brands like Apple, IDEO, and Hulu, and how launching her own creative studio and the podcast "You Are the Prize" honors the stories and greatness within us all.
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Alexis Kay is a creative director and writer with a Masters in Psychology from Columbia. Combining her love of words and human behavior, she’s spent most of her 15+ year career at Apple, Hulu, method, and IDEO, writing about design and tech, leading multidisciplinary teams, and mentoring young creatives. She recently co-founded STAB, a coaching-based creative studio that helps founders connect their vision to their values. Her favorite (work) quote: fun is a performance-enhancing drug.
In this episode, Alexis and I discuss:
- How Alexis pivoted from pursuing a career in psychology to launching into the world of design and copywriting at places like IDEO, Method, and Apple.
- The burnout and personal sacrifices that come with chasing external validation, and the bold choice to prioritize purpose, freedom, and authentic joy.
- Discovering confidence and self-worth as a founder and how coaching plays a transformative role in helping leaders “own their prize.”
- Her new podcast, “You Are The Prize,” is aimed at centering our unique worth, sharing real stories of moving from doubt and insecurity to deep confidence.
- Practical strategies for embracing change, building your support network as a solopreneur, and designing both work and life on your own terms.
Change is inevitable. That’s why I designed the Day by Daybook®, a guided journal to help you face the discomfort of those shifts in life that are pushing you to that next level of growth and learning. Get your Day by Daybook® here.
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The Change Effect: How One Bold Decision Can Unlock The Life You Want
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What if instead of just surviving change, you could partner with it as a catalyst for reinvention, truth, and personal power?
This week on The Change Effect, I’m diving into the profound impacts of change and turning life’s pivotal moments into new beginnings. We’re going to break down the foundational mindset shifts, practical strategies, and empowering exercises that can help you not only navigate but deliberately create meaningful changes in your life, career, relationships, and beyond.
In this episode, I discuss:
- The concept of the “Change Effect” and how one bold, authentic decision can ignite a ripple of transformation throughout every area of your life.
- The internal cues that signal it’s time for a change and how to begin trusting your inner wisdom even before the world around you shifts.
- Why transformational change is challenging and why it’s still worth pursuing despite fears, doubts, and resistance from both yourself and others.
- The most common reasons we resist change and how to move past them.
- Key grounding truths to remember before leaping into the unknown, including the importance of support and inner regulation.
- Practical exercises to activate your next-level self
If you’re ready to stop asking for permission, trust yourself, and step into a life that feels authentically yours—from the inside out—this episode will inspire and equip you to answer the call.
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Karen Hager: Navigating Profound Loss: Lessons From Grief, Love, and Resilience
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When we think about change, we usually imagine positive transitions. But sometimes, life delivers a transformation we never wanted.
This week on The Change Effect, Karen Hager, intuitive guide and spiritual teacher, returns to the podcast to share her experience after the loss of her beloved partner, Kathy, following a seventeen-month battle with cancer. In a conversation both deeply tender and inspiring, Karen and host Noelle Van discuss the reality of grief, the upheaval it brings, and the surprising places where love and strength reveal themselves in the midst of heartbreak.
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Karen Hager is an intuitive guide and psychic channel known for her compassionate, no-nonsense approach to the spiritual journey. She conducts more than 1,200 private intuitive sessions each year with people from around the world looking for Spirit-led guidance. Karen is a passionate advocate for intuitive development, and her classes and events focus on empowering students to connect with their own natural intuitive awareness, deepen their spiritual practice, and open themselves to abundance.
In this episode, Karen and I discuss:
- Karen and Kathy’s journey from college sweethearts to raising a family together for nearly 40 years.
- Navigating Kathy’s rare cancer diagnosis and her sudden passing.
- Coping with loss while managing logistics, boundaries, and grief.
- Karen’s path to resilience and redefining life after loss.
- The truths of grief: no one-size-fits-all process and non-linear healing.
- Practical and emotional prep for loss—and the power of self-compassion.
Karen's story of transformation through loss is a powerful reminder that even in its most painful forms, change can reveal the enduring force of the human spirit and the ways love continues to shape us.
Change is inevitable. That’s why I designed the Day by Daybook®, a guided journal to help you face the discomfort of those shifts in life that are pushing you to that next level of growth and learning. Get your Day by Daybook® here.
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The Change Effect: Big Announcement!
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Starting in August, Journeys Through Change will become The Change Effect! Same great podcast, now hyper-focused on turning inspiration into actionable strategies you can implement into your life, career, or business.
I can't wait for this new journey with you!
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Overcoming Stories That Keep You Stuck
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We all have stories about who we are and what’s possible for us, but what if those stories are the very thing keeping us stuck? This week on Journeys Through Change, I’m diving into the powerful narratives we tell ourselves, why they so often keep us living by rules we never agreed to, and what we can do to flip the script.
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In this episode, I discuss:
- How most of our limiting stories come from the past and are rooted in fear, shame, or outdated beliefs.
- The sneaky ways these stories “feel” like facts, even though they’re often just old interpretations and protective responses.
- Common symptoms of being stuck in an unhelpful story
- A step-by-step process to uncover the underlying pattern, track your emotions, and reframe the script you’re living by.
- Real examples of old vs. new stories, and how changing your internal narrative can change your entire experience of growth and fulfillment.
Change is inevitable. That’s why I designed the Day by Daybook®, a guided journal to help you face the discomfort of those shifts in life that are pushing you to that next level of growth and learning. Get your Day by Daybook® here.
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Not Waiting for a Crisis to Make a Change
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When it comes to change, our wake-up calls too often arrive as crisis, breakdown, or loss, forcing us to move from comfort - only when we have no other choice. But why do we wait for pain or external pressure before taking the steps we know we need?
This week on Journeys Through Change, I’m exploring the subtle stories we tell ourselves about why we endure situations that no longer fit, and how to shift from changing by force to embracing change on purpose.
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In this episode, I discuss:
- The psychology behind why we’re conditioned to avoid discomfort and cling to familiarity, even when it does not serve us.
- How to recognize the early whispers of dissatisfaction before they escalate into a full-blown crisis.
- Simple ways to create “intentional disruption” in your life to spark growth before life forces your hand.
- Why you must stop waiting for outside permission or validation and start granting it to yourself.
- A simple, powerful challenge: Identify one area where you’re waiting for validation, and choose to self-validate and act. Plus tips for taking bold, tiny steps toward change right now.
Change is inevitable. That’s why I designed the Day by Daybook®, a guided journal to help you face the discomfort of those shifts in life that are pushing you to that next level of growth and learning. Get your Day by Daybook® here.
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How to Uncover What’s Blocking Your Breakthrough
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Ready to make a change but keep hitting a wall? You know you’re ready for more; more purpose, more visibility, more freedom, but you can’t seem to get there? You’re not alone. Whether it’s a career shift, launching that business, leaving a relationship, or finally speaking up, I want to help you find what’s actually blocking you and give you the tools to move through it. This week on Journeys Through Change, I’m talking about how to uncover what’s blocking your breakthrough!
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In this episode, I discuss:
- The most common invisible barriers women face when pursuing change.
- Reflective questions and journaling prompts to help you identify your unique roadblocks.
- Why normalizing your fear and taking small, micro actions are the keys to breaking free.
- A simple, powerful challenge: name your invisible block, decide on one micro move, and share it for accountability.
Change is inevitable. That’s why I designed the Day by Daybook®, a guided journal to help you face the discomfort of those shifts in life that are pushing you to that next level of growth and learning. Get your Day by Daybook® here.
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Meg Kissinger: The Power of Writing in Breaking the Silence of Mental Health and Addiction
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Content Warning: While this episode does not contain explicit details, it has a heavy focus on mental health and mentions of suicide.
When we think about our childhood, we often remember both the joys and the silent struggles that shaped us. But what happens when generations of silence around pain, mental illness and addiction surface?
This week on Journeys Through Change, my guest Meg Kissinger, Pulitzer Prize finalist, nationally acclaimed journalist, and author, shares the courageous journey of how her family’s experience with mental illness and loss ultimately led her to write her groundbreaking memoir, While You Were Out: An Intimate Family Portrait of Mental Illness in an Era of Silence.
Meg Kissinger, a Pulitzer Prize finalist and author, will help you see and think about people with mental illness in a new light. Her best-selling memoir, “While You Were Out: An Intimate Family Portrait of Mental Illness in an Era of Silence,” has been praised for its incisive reporting, boundless compassion and surprising humor. It was named as an Outstanding Work of Literature winner and an editors’ choice by the New York Times, the Los Angeles Times, Amazon, Goodreads and Independent Booksellers Association. Audible chose it as the Best of the Year.
Meg spent more than two decades traveling across the country for the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel to report on our nation’s failed mental health system, winning more than a dozen national honors, including two George Polk Awards and the Robert F. Kennedy National Journalism Award. She taught investigative reporting at Columbia University’s Graduate School of Journalism and is a trainer for the school’s Dart Center on Trauma and Journalism.
In this episode, Meg and I discuss:
- How Meg’s journalist instincts helped her both explore and process the family trauma of losing two siblings to suicide, and why she ultimately decided to turn that investigation into a memoir.
- The overwhelming challenge of unearthing family secrets and gathering records while honoring everyone’s unique perspective and place in the grieving process.
- Why giving readers “permission” to talk about mental health and family pain is so vital, and the profound stories readers have shared about how Meg’s book helped them finally break their own silence.
- The importance of acknowledging both the light and dark in family history, and how compassion deepens when we see our parents and ourselves as fully human.
Meg’s story is a testament to the resilience of family, the power of truth-telling, and the healing that happens when we let go of silence and step into the light.
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The Art of Letting Go
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Letting go of something sounds so simple… until you actually have to do it. It can feel a lot like you’re surrendering, but it doesn’t have to! Whether you’re sending a child off to college, leaving a long-term career, or saying goodbye to the version of life you always imagined, letting go is not about loss, but about making space for something new to grow. This week on Journeys Through Change, I’m talking about the art of letting go!
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In this episode, I discuss:
- The psychological factors that keep us clinging to old roles and stories, even when they no longer serve us.
- Practical steps to let go, reclaim your identity, and set the vision for your next chapter.
- A mini practice you can do to reframe your situation, find the joy in the moment, and embrace what’s to come.
Change is inevitable. That’s why I designed the Day by Daybook®, a guided journal to help you face the discomfort of those shifts in life that are pushing you to that next level of growth and learning. Get your Day by Daybook® here.
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Alethea Clarke: Lessons in Patience and Transformation: Building a Dream in the French Countryside
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Have you ever dreamed of dropping everything and starting anew in a beautiful foreign land, but felt unsure how to make it happen? Today’s guest shares her inspiring journey of transformation—leaving behind life in the Netherlands after the pandemic to take on the challenge of restoring a centuries-old property in the French countryside. This week on Journeys Through Change, my guest Alethea Clarke and I are talking about lessons in patience and transformation: building a dream in the French countryside.
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Alethea Clarke is a seasoned communications professional with over 30 years of experience working with international clients across a wide range of industries, from fashion to healthcare. A serial organiser and events pro, she’s known for bringing bold ideas to life with precision and flair. But that’s just one side of her story. With an international background and a habit of throwing everything up in the air to start afresh, Alethea is also a self-confessed accidental renovator. She’s taken on projects across three countries and is now in the midst of her most ambitious challenge yet: transforming a beautiful 1730s property in the French countryside into both a home and a business. She sets out to share her hard-won lessons, smart tips, and lots of inspiration for anyone seeking guidance or dreaming of a fresh start, whether small, a new country, or a big, brave, life-changing pivot.
In this episode, Alethea and I discuss:
- Building a dream: her vision for turning a 1730s farmhouse into a creative retreat space for guests from around the world.
- The logistical rollercoaster of French renovations—managing 100+ artisans, language barriers, and unexpected issues.
- The emotional journey: overcoming moments of overwhelm and isolation, and finding joy in community, daily routines, and the beauty of rural life.
- The importance of patience, letting go of perfection, and savoring the transformation as it unfolds.
- Practical advice for anyone considering a similar leap—whether to France or another dream destination.
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Procrastination Hacks to Finally Get Stuff Done
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Let’s face it: We all procrastinate. Fortunately, procrastination is not a personality flaw but an outdated coping strategy that helps no one. That’s why I wanted to take the time this week to break down the real reasons we procrastinate and share my strategies and advice to help you stop stalling and start moving forward, one (tiny) step at a time. This week on Journeys Through Change, I’m giving away my procrastination hacks so you can finally get stuff done!
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In this episode, I discuss:
- The real reasons behind procrastination– and why it’s more about emotion than time management.
- Common procrastination triggers that you might not realize are affecting you.
- Three simple hacks to help you overcome procrastination.
- Tips for rewiring your mindset around big, intimidating tasks so you can get stuff done.
Procrastination loses its power the second you break it down, make it social, visualize the finish line, and ritualize the start. It’s all about getting your time– and your power– back.
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Laura Jawad: Her Path to Helping Others Find Online Success by Demystifying SEO
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They say necessity is the mother of invention, and as we all know, regardless of how predictable we like our lives to be, this journey is ever evolving and more of a path than a straight line. One of my favorite parts about interviewing guests on this podcast is hearing the honest stories of people following their passions and taking charge to fill a need– without waiting around for someone else to do it. Today’s guest is no different as she left her PhD behind to step into several roles that she herself needed and continues to help other women along the way. This week on Journeys Through Change, my guest Laura Jawad shares her path to helping others find online success by demystifying SEO.
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As an SEO strategist for female service providers and female-founded small businesses, Laura Jawad helps entrepreneurs attract more clients through the power of their websites. Laura built two successful businesses through SEO, demonstrating firsthand the transformative power of well-executed SEO in competitive markets. Armed with a PhD and a deep passion for helping women-owned businesses thrive, Laura is the go-to expert if you’re ready to make your website the hardest-working member of your marketing team.
In this episode, Laura and I discuss:
- Her journey from PhD scientist to birth doula, pregnancy/ postpartum personal trainer, and now SEO strategist for women entrepreneurs.
- How algorithms have changed over time, requiring a multi-pronged visibility strategy to gain visibility.
- Actionable advice for anyone looking to grow their business or brand without relying on social media.
- Choosing the platforms that align with your energy, goals, and audience– and letting go of the pressure to “do it all."
Whether you're feeling stuck in your current path, looking for new ways to market your business, or just love hearing how multi-passionate women design careers on their own terms, this episode will leave you inspired to embrace change and follow the next right step for you.
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4 Mistakes To Avoid When Creating A Personal Brand
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The first step in my Power Pivot Method is to identify your success story and create a magnetic personal brand, but it’s not what you might think. Many people think of personal branding as something influencers build to stand out on the internet, BUT the personal branding I’m talking about is so much more than that. It’s about how you build a reputation and presence offline that reflects who you are, what you stand for, and the contribution you want to make in the world. This week on Journeys Through Change, I am sharing the 4 mistakes to avoid when creating a personal brand!
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In this episode, I discuss:
- What it means to have a personal brand.
- 4 Mistakes to avoid when crafting your personal brand.
- The magic that happens when you build a brand that is authentic to who you are.
Change is inevitable. That’s why I designed the Day by Daybook®, a guided journal to help you face the discomfort of those shifts in life that are pushing you to that next level of growth and learning. Get your Day by Daybook® here.
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Pivoting with Purpose and Stepping Into Your Personal Power
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In celebration of my 100th podcast episode, I wanted to bring back a past podcast guest to talk about something near and dear to both of our hearts: personal power. Not just what is it, but how it manifests in our lives and how we can harness more of it to navigate changes and challenges with resilience and vision. This week on Journeys Through Change, Lisa Conners returns to the podcast as we discuss how you can pivot with purpose and step into your personal power!
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Lisa Conners is an Executive and Leadership Coach, keynote speaker, and the creator of Generative PowerTM, a program for individuals and teams to elevate their impact by developing internal power and resilience. An authorized Partner for Everything DiSC Assessments and Five Behaviors of a Cohesive Team, Lisa uses these tools to help individuals and teams become more aware of their own communication styles and behaviors and better relate to others. Her podcasts, Ever Better® Today, and Founders and Startups, are currently on hiatus. However, her shows can be found on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and other popular podcast platforms.
In this episode, Lisa and I discuss:
- Harnessing personal power means to set a vision, work towards it, and develop resilience along the way.
- Lisa’s “Generative Power” program aims to help individuals tap into their power and apply it to their personal and professional goals.
- The importance of community and connection in building and sustaining personal power.
- My own upcoming “Power Pivots” masterclass, which focuses on helping women navigate change, both internally and externally.
Thank you again for cheering me on for 100 podcast episodes. I am truly grateful for all of my guests and listeners for being along on this journey with me. I look forward to the next 100 episodes and all of the amazing conversations I will continue to have.
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Building a Supportive Professional Network
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The key to unlocking the next level of your career isn’t just about working harder; it’s about connecting smarter. Last week on the podcast, I talked about stepping up in your career, and today, I want to talk about one of the ways to do that: building supportive relationships. In today’s world, networking goes beyond merely exchanging business cards or LinkedIn connections. It’s about building meaningful, strategic relationships that open the doors to new career possibilities. This week on Journeys Through Change, I am talking about building a supportive professional network.
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In this episode, I discuss:
- The shift from transactional to transformational networking and how adding value to others can benefit you long-term.
- Identifying those "next level" connections that align with your career goals and strategies.
- Innovative ways to show up where your dream connections are, including industry conferences and online communities.
- The "give first" approach to strengthening relationships by offering value before making requests.
- Mastering the art of warm outreach to foster effective and genuine connections.
- Using content as a magnet for the right connections and nurturing your network consistently to ensure it's strong and beneficial when opportunities arise.
Strong networks are built before you need them. Keep relationships warm by checking in with people regularly. Even in the smallest of ways, a well-maintained network ensures you're top of mind when the right opportunity arises.
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Reenergizing Your Professional Journey and Stepping Up in Your Career
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Most of us spend upwards of 80% of our weeks working. Whether it’s full-time, in corporate, or owning your own business, you cannot underestimate the amount of energy you put into your livelihood. So what happens when you start hitting a plateau? I wanted to share with you a few strategic moves you can make to reenergize the work you do and how you show up to contribute. This week on Journeys Through Change, I’m discussing how to reenergize your professional journey and step up in your career!
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In this episode, I discuss:
- Reclaiming your influence, positioning yourself as a thought leader, and gain the recognition you deserve.
- Finding the power of personal branding and learning to articulate your unique value, skills, and experiences.
- Strategies to go from being invisible to invaluable in your career.
- Expanding your network with purpose, building genuine relationships along the way.
- Embracing the psychology of confidence to overcome self-doubt, design meaningful work, and lead without permission.
- Mastering the art of self-promotion without feeling sleazy.
Change is inevitable. That’s why I designed the Day by Daybook®, a guided journal to help you face the discomfort of those shifts in life that are pushing you to that next level of growth and learning. Get your Day by Daybook® here.
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Marie Newman: Navigating Politics, Advocacy, and Building Solutions from Scratch
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When you think about the challenges that come up in your life, are you someone who thinks first about the problem or the solution? Today’s guest lives by the philosophy, “If you don’t see the solution, build it from scratch!” Her track record of advocacy work, holding a position in politics, and writing a book, all while raising two children, goes to show this mindset works! This week on Journeys Through Change, my guest, Marie Newman, and I are talking about her journey navigating politics, advocacy, and building solutions from scratch!
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Marie Newman is a former congresswoman, nonprofit CEO, marketing executive, author of A Life Made from Scratch and When Your Child Is Being Bullied: Real Solutions, antibullying activist, former Moms Demand Action spokesperson and national LGBTQ+ advocate. In addition to those roles, she is a mom of two adult children, consultant and podcaster. Marie Newman is known for building movements and solving the toughest problems. Marie’s newest release, her memoir, A Life Made From Scratch is out now!. Her motto has always been, when you do not see the solution you desperately need, make it from scratch.
In this episode, Marie and I discuss:
- How Marie's philosophy of creating solutions from scratch applies to various aspects of life.
- The beginnings of Marie's activism in civil and women's rights, and how her passion for fairness and justice guided her path forward.
- Insights and lessons learned from her time in Congress.
- Practical advice for those feeling disillusioned by the current political climate, emphasizing the power of advocacy and community involvement.
- The cathartic process of writing her latest book and her plans for a new fiction novel that draws on her personal and professional experiences.
Change is inevitable. That’s why I designed the Day by Daybook®, a guided journal to help you face the discomfort of those shifts in life that are pushing you to that next level of growth and learning. Get your Day by Daybook® here.
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Lisa Carpenter: Taking Personal Responsibility, Embracing Change, and Learning to Let Go
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Have you ever thought about the story of your life and how much control you have in writing it? Whether you believe it or not, with the territory you’ve explored and lessons learned, it really is yours to create. Lisa Carpenter discovered this for herself and now helps others do the same, helping them take ownership of the past, let go of what no longer serves them, and live on purpose. This week on Journeys Through Change, my guest Lisa Carpenter and I are talking about taking personal responsibility, embracing change, and learning to let go!
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Lisa Carpenter is a transformational leader and master life coach who guides accomplished professionals - from C-suite executives to healthcare providers, established entrepreneurs, and corporate leaders - to break free from the relentless pursuit of "more." Through her pioneering approach to redefining success, Lisa helps driven high-performers who have checked all the boxes but still feel empty, overwhelmed, or disconnected find genuine fulfillment without sacrificing their ambitions. With over two decades of expertise, Lisa brings rare insight into the complex dynamics that keep successful people pushing harder while feeling increasingly unfulfilled. Known for her unique combination of pragmatic wisdom and transformative guidance, Lisa helps clients discover what it means to trust themselves deeply, find peace in their achievements, and create success that feels as good as it looks. As host of the Full Frontal Living™ podcast, Lisa is revolutionizing how high performers approach leadership, achievement, and personal well-being.
In this episode, Lisa and I discuss:
- Lisa’s story of pushing through challenging times, learning to let go of her past, owning her story, and building a thriving business along the way.
- The transformational experience of her 2019 trip to Tulim, where surrendering to the ocean marked a turning point in Lisa’s life.
- The importance of embracing discomfort and working from where you want to be rather than where you currently are.
- The power of sitting in silence to connect with one’s true self, allowing for profound personal shifts.
So much of this deeply transformational work is realizing that everything is made up. There are no rules. There are no boxes to tick. You can do whatever you want. So ask yourself, what is it that you want?
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The Power Pivot: Reshaping Your Career with Clarity and Confidence
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Feeling restless in your career isn't a setback—it's a sign. The most successful leaders are those who embrace change, welcoming it with open arms. As a change strategist, I work with corporate clients to explore that next chapter, whether moving up within corporate or moving out of it into something new. And today I wanted to share some of the strategies and mindset shifts I use with my clients to help you step into your next professional move. This week on Journeys Through Change, I am talking about the power pivot: reshaping your career with clarity and confidence,
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In this episode, I discuss:
- The significance of a “power pivot” and how it aligns your career with your strengths, values, and ambitions.
- Signs that indicate it may be time for a career change.
- Practical steps to explore new opportunities and build your next career move with clarity and confidence.
If you’re feeling restless in your career, take it as a sign, not a setback. The most successful leaders are not the ones who stay comfortable. They’re the ones who pivot with power, intention, and vision.
Change is inevitable. That’s why I designed the Day by Daybook®, a guided journal to help you face the discomfort of those shifts in life that are pushing you to that next level of growth and learning. Get your Day by Daybook® here.
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Sara Intonato: Helping Parents of Children with Autism Heal, Lead with Confidence, and Live a Healthy, Joyful Life
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There are no words to describe a mother’s love for her children and the lengths she will go to in order to ensure their health and happiness. But at what point do these lengths start taking a toll on the parent’s overall well-being? After her son received an autism diagnosis at the age of two, today’s guest has been in lockstep with him ever since, challenging the perceived limitations and realizing the importance of taking care of herself along the way. This week on Journeys Through Change, my guest Sara Intonato and I are talking about how she helps parents of children with autism heal, lead with confidence, and life a healthy, joyful life.
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With over 20 years of coaching experience that includes an extensive background in the ancient science of yoga, Sara Intonato is a master coach that brings the unique combination of skills and insight to her clients. Sara’s disciplined self care has allowed her to boldly advocate for her own child with autism successfully, even when experts told her it was impossible. Using her Full Potential Method, she teaches parents the skills they need to heal themselves, lead with confidence, and live a life so joyful, they thought was only a pipe dream, simply by showing up and taking action every day.
In this episode, Sara and I discuss:
- Sara’s emotional journey as a parent to a child with autism.
- The critical role of self-care in managing life’s unexpected challenges.
- The rise in autism diagnoses and the inherent challenges parents face when seeking support.
- Mindfulness and self-regulation play an important role for parents to advocate and care for their children.
- The transformative power of community and connection in overcoming isolation and fostering hope.
Change is inevitable. That’s why I designed the Day by Daybook®, a guided journal to help you face the discomfort of those shifts in life that are pushing you to that next level of growth and learning. Get your Day by Daybook® here.
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Asking for What You're Worth
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Asking for what we’re worth is more than finding the right words to say. It’s about shifting the deep-seated beliefs we’ve been holding onto for years that we’re not measuring up to some standard we feel we need to meet in order to deserve more. These mindset patterns hold us back, causing us to accept less than what we deserve. What we don't realize is whether we are business owners, working for someone else, or simply advocating for ourselves on a personal level, this skill is immensely important. This week on Journeys Through Change, I’m discussing an important topic: how to ask for what you’re worth.
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In this episode, I discuss:
- Why many of us struggle to advocate for ourselves.
- The mindset shifts necessary to go from undervaluing yourself to asking for your worth.
- Common signs that you’re not seeing your true value.
- How confidence directly impacts your success.
- Practical questions to reflect on your self-worth and identify steps to start acting your value.
Change is inevitable. That’s why I designed the Day by Daybook®, a guided journal to help you face the discomfort of those shifts in life that are pushing you to that next level of growth and learning. Get your Day by Daybook® here.
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Sue Willoughby: Harnessing the Power of Horse & Human Connections for Personal Growth and Healing
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Imagine discovering deep insights about who you are and how you show up, all through connecting with a horse. Sue Willoughby, a lifelong lover of horses, discovered the incredible connection between horses and humans and now spends her life helping others experience this connection for themselves. This week on Journeys Through Change, my guest Sue Willoughby and I are talking about harnessing the power of horse & human connection for personal growth and healing!
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Sue Willoughby is the no-nonsense founder of Willoughby Coaching. Sue’s all about helping women over 40 cut through their own BS and reclaim their lives through the raw, honest power of Equus Coaching. Sue’s journey hasn’t been a walk in the park. She was raised by a single alcoholic parent, came out at 17, and hit rock bottom more than once. But she turned it around, moved cross-country, and built a kickass life and career. A lifelong lover of horses, Sue turned that passion into a coaching business that helps women ditch their fears and step into their authentic power. From being a DJ and standup comic to a private pilot and Roller Derby ref, Sue doesn’t just talk about living boldly—she lives it.
In this episode, Sue and I discuss:
- Sue's diverse and adventurous life journey from DJing and standup comedy to finding her place in the field of Equus Coaching.
- The profound impact of the horse-human connection and how it relates to Sue’s work.
- The concept of being in the present moment, as inspired by the natural instincts of horses.
- How Sue's approach helps women step into their power and overcome fear by mirroring the honest, nonjudgmental presence of horses.
Change is inevitable. That’s why I designed the Day by Daybook®, a guided journal to help you face the discomfort of those shifts in life that are pushing you to that next level of growth and learning. Get your Day by Daybook® here.
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Staying Sane During Chaotic Political Times
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We all know we are living in an unprecedented time where the news feels relentless. Whether it’s social media posts, breaking headlines, or family debates over dinner, it’s easy to feel trapped in a constant state of anxiety. With all of the political swirl and unsettling headlines, I wanted to take a moment to unpack ways we can stay sane in the midst of our feelings of uncertainty. This week on Journeys Through Change, I’m talking about how to stay sane during chaotic political times.
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In this episode, I am sharing seven practical tips and actionable strategies to help you stay informed and engaged without burning out.
We’re all in this together, and supporting one another is the key to our success AND sanity.
Change is inevitable. That’s why I designed the Day by Daybook®, a guided journal to help you face the discomfort of those shifts in life that are pushing you to that next level of growth and learning. Get your Day by Daybook® here.
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Kelli Stahl: Overcoming Childhood Leukemia and Her Lifelong Dedication to Helping Others
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A cancer battle is unimaginable at any age, but being confronted with the diagnosis in early childhood can only add to the complexity of how one must view the world and the unbelievable challenges it can present. After being diagnosed with leukemia at age 8, Kelli was determined not to let it tear her down. Instead, with the support of her family and community, she chose to fight, beat her cancer, and now dedicates her life to helping others. This week on Journeys Through Change, my guest, Kelli Stahl, and I are talking about her journey overcoming childhood leukemia and her lifelong dedication to helping others.
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Kelli Stahl is a childhood cancer survivor who has dedicated her nursing career to giving back to the hospital that gave her a second chance at life. She is very involved in her church and community. Kelli resides in Aledo, TX, with her husband, Cory, and two girls.
In this episode, Kelli and I discuss:
- The unique challenges Kelli’s early cancer diagnosis presented to her, her family, and her community.
- The proven power of community in trying times.
- Kelli’s career choice to become a nurse, inspired by her own experience with medical professionals.
- The release of her memoir, "My Fight, My Story", and the therapeutic process of writing it.
Whether you’re battling cancer or not, life is hard. You can choose to sit back and give up, or you can choose to push forward and continue the fight. The choice is yours. And you are not alone.
Change is inevitable. That’s why I designed the Day by Daybook®, a guided journal to help you face the discomfort of those shifts in life that are pushing you to that next level of growth and learning. Get your Day by Daybook® here.
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Laurie-Ann Murabito: From Painfully Shy to Public Speaking Coach- How Accepting a Challenge Can Lead to Unlimited Success
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Have you ever looked back and recalled a defining moment or event that took your life or career in an entirely different direction? Sometimes, it can take years to recognize it with greater understanding, but when it hits you, it all seems to make sense. Former shy girl Laurie-Ann Murabito experienced this firsthand when she challenged herself to connect with more people, led her on a journey to honing her skills, becoming a public speaker, and coaching others to do the same. This week on Journeys Through Change, my guest Laurie-Ann Murabito and I discuss her path from being painfully shy to becoming a public speaking coach!
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Laurie-Ann Murabito is a reformed, painfully shy gal who couldn't make eye contact with others and accidentally became a professional speaker. 2x Best Selling Author of Rethink Leadership and Rethink Your Leadership. Host of Be IN Demand, a Top 1.5% podcast. A few of her clients are Johnson & Johnson, American Towers, and Far East Recycling. Today, Laurie-Ann works with coaches, consultants, and service providers who hate to sell and help them write and deliver a speech that does the selling for them. Her clients routinely step off the stage to more clients, leads, and future stage bookings.
In this episode, Laurie-Ann and I discuss:
- How the simple challenge of making more eye contact with people was the first step in building self-confidence.
- Her transition from cardiology to medical device sales, to discovering her passion for speaking and the mistakes she made along the way.
- Insights into the art of public speaking, from imaging successful outcomes to mastering the science of audience engagement.
- Practical advice for aspiring speakers and how her group program can kick-start your speaking career.
Change is inevitable. That’s why I designed the Day by Daybook®, a guided journal to help you face the discomfort of those shifts in life that are pushing you to that next level of growth and learning. Get your Day by Daybook® here.
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Alexis Kay: Reclaiming Your Power, Owning Your Story, and Becoming the Prize
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Staying Sane During Chaotic Political Times
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