Self-Improvement Episodes

Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. When some people speak, more comes across than just words. When hearing Gayle Petrillo, you hear Confidence, Joy, Peace, Perseverance and Kindness. In this podcast, Gayle describes the burn as a young child that nearly killed her. She describes body shame, and learning to be more confident day by day. With this, she continued to Rise Up through the management ranks, over the course of her career, as well as the book,...

Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. In this episode I had the opportunity to interview Yap Chan, an Asian woman, who is helping Asian break out of their shells and live their lives with confidence. Sheena is the author of two books, and has her own podcast called The Tao of Self Confidence, in which she highlights other Asian women, their achievements, stories and point of views. Sheena has been featured and applauded for her work... and no wonder. Her pass...

Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. My eyes blink rapidly while the rest of my face goes blank, and my body just goes limp. Why? I realize that I still have a minimum of 2-3 loads of laundry to do, meal prep to complete for a few days, so I can build more "time" into the next few days, and declutter nearly every room because I am the owner of single socks. I can feel a slight chill all over my body, my ribs tightening and my mind going back in time when ...

Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. Are you friends with your hormones? Did you ever feel that you needed to be? As women, we are often called "hormonal" if we make certain comments, or if we are perceived as "having an attitude." Sometimes, we state to ourselves that we are feeling "hormonal." What does this mean though? Hormones are the enemy that we contend with from puberty through adulthood. This is responsible for the red blotches and acne that creep up ...

Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. There are so many words and quotes that we can review, post and save when we are looking to stay connected to our purpose. But, what is one word that can pull all of that together quickly? Listen to this podcast, to hear the word from the author William Ernest Henley. If you enjoy listening to my podcast, please consider leaving a 5-star review and subscribing. And keep sharing episodes with friends and family and on soci...

Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. This is Part 2 of the interview with Emily Lauren Dick, author of Body Positive: A Guide to Loving Your Body. Join me in part two of this interview. Connect with me, and tell me how your body image affects your day-to-day life. If you enjoy listening to my podcast, please consider leaving a 5-star review and subscribing. And keep sharing episodes with friends and family and on social media. T...

Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. : How can having a positive body image be more than just a superficial view of oneself? Well, in this interview, I had the wonderful opportunity to speak with a Emily Lauren Dick, the author of Body Positive: A Guide to Loving Your Body. Join me in part one of this interview. Connect with me, and tell me how your body image affects your day-to-day life. If you enjoy listening to my podcast, please consider leaving a 5-s...

Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. What besides "believe in yourself" and "you can do anything" will help you achieve your goals? Communication. To communicate your needs and wants effectively, is important for you to stay true to your goals and achieve them. In this podcast, I talk about ways to effectively communicate. Thank you for your time and interest in this podcast! I invite you to leave a heartfelt review on whichever podcast platform ...

Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. "Health is Wealth" I am sure that you have heard this quote several times. But, what does that have to do with what you value about yourself? Health is an investment now for your benefit- now and in the future. But, how to get started? I give three points on this topic. Thank you for your time and interest in this podcast! I invite you to leave a heartfelt review on whichever podcast platform you listen to. ...

Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. Are you a risk-taker? We know people who are more naturally risk takers... is there something "special" about them? I talk about two articles that address risk taking, one talks about mental exercises and how it can lead to a better life by evaluating things differentl Thank you for your time and interest in this podcast! I invite you to leave a heartfelt review on whichever podcast platform you listen to. It does ...

Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. Mindfulness is a hot topic right now. But what does it have to do with self-esteem? Well, in this podcast I talk about how it has little to do with self-esteem and much more to do with self -compassion. Which we all need more of. Thank you for your time and interest in this podcast! I invite you to leave a heartfelt review on whichever podcast platform you listen to. It does so much to bring exposure to the podcast and helps...

Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. We are already two weeks in! And the warp speed doesn't seem to be changing anytime soon. But, does that mean we have to fall off our path? Nope! In today's Podcast I talk about 3 Ways to Keep Staying on track for your New Year! Thank you for your time and interest in this podcast! I invite you to leave a heartfelt review on whichever podcast platform you listen to. It does so much to bring ...

Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. "Self-Care What thoughts does that bring up for you" In this quick episode I talk about 5 ways that people will often think about self-care. I certainly used to. A mindset shift may be needed, if any of these 5 ideas pop up for you. Thank you for your time and interest in this podcast! I invite you to leave a heartfelt review on whichever podcast platform you listen to. It does so much to bring exposure to the podcast and he...

Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. Are you feeling as though there is just too much to do? So much, in fact that you don't feel that you can accomplish anything well? Well, I talk about work-life balance, and how to achieve this with 5 steps that you can put in place right now. Thank you for your time and interest in this podcast! I invite you to leave a heartfelt review on whichever podcast platform you listen to. It does so much to bring exposu...

Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. Confidence: "the feeling or belief that one can rely on someone or something; firm trust." "a feeling of self-assurance arising from one's appreciation of one's own abilities or qualities." "the state of feeling certain about the truth of something." - per Google dictionary. The struggle to increase self-confidence can be a day-to-day battle. This podcast looks into just a few ways to build confidence. A great list...

Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. What? Isn't confrontation a bad thing? Well, not always. Confrontation is often defined as a clashing of ideas or forces, but it is also defined as a bringing together of ideas or themes to compare them. Or, it is used as a technique to examine shortcomings and strengths and what outcomes can come about because of them. What are your your core values? Are you living the life you really want to live? These can only be a...

Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. Do you ever feel that strongholds, or limited beliefs are gripping the joy out of your life? Or, do you feel that you may not have as much to offer other people because of your circumstances? It is more likely that the opposite is true. You have likely more to offer because of your path... 3 Quotes: " Darkness cannot drive out darkness, only light can do that. Hate cannot drive out hate, only love can do that." Dr. ...

Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. Do you ever find yourself grappling with the uncertainty of how to initiate meaningful change in your life right at this moment to pave the way for a better and more brilliant future? It's common to feel lost or unsure when contemplating the path to a brighter tomorrow. The journey towards self-improvement can be daunting, but it's important to remember that transformation begins with small, deliberate steps taken in the pre...

Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. Have you ever felt that mix of excitement and fear when considering a new job opportunity? The one where you know you had been perfect for the position, but the thought of applying sends shivers down your spine? Or perhaps you've dreamt of pursuing a career as a lawyer, professor, or something else, but the overwhelming scope of the journey has held you back. We've all faced goals or aspirations that seemed so colossal or a...

Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. Do you remember the Dark Crystal, when Aughra says, " Questions, questions, too many questions!" It can pay off to ask questions, as described in today's podcast. We can 't know what we want or where we want to go, without figuring out why. Who we travel with is just as important! All of our time is valuable, I appreciate yours! I hope that you found this episode valuable, and if you did please leave a review-+ and subscribe ...

Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. (Step 5 of 7 Self-Love Mini-Series) Protect yourself from unhealthy relationships We all instinctively know that protection involves the physical sense of not being harmed, but there is another way just as violent but leaves no mark, which is the realm of emotional and psychological violence. These pretty often don't get the same sort of recognition because they are not so visible but they are extremely hurtful to a person,...

Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. Setting boundaries is a topic that has been discussed extensively, but what do boundaries mean when it comes to self-love? Boundaries are the beginning of one thing and the end of something else so that something else can begin. Although we usually think of boundaries in the format of physical boundaries, such as those between properties or countries, there are also financial, spiritual, and emotional boundaries that must be...

Send me a text message! Let me know your thoughts about the episode. Why Motivation, Inspiration, and Discipline Matters Motivation, inspiration, and discipline are the building blocks of success. Without these three qualities, it is difficult to stay focused and follow through on your goals, dreams, or relationships. They are the driving force behind success in all aspects of life. But what truly keeps us inspired, motivated, and disciplined? The answer lies within the power of writing our ...