Being in Possibility
38 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 4 ratingsThe Being in Possibility with Erin Long Podcast is a labor of love for our host. In her work as a being based life coach she encounters the most amazing humans on this planet. In gathering their stories to share, Erin opens up a world of possibility for each of her listeners. While her focus is interviewing women, many who are solo-preneurs, she is passionate about hearing the stories of anyone focused on Being in Possibility.
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Ep. 38: Trauma-Informed Living
August 18, 2022 12:00 - 36 minutes - 52 MBTrauma doesn’t discriminate. Trauma could be affecting your son, your mother, your best friend, or your spouse. It’s important that we increase our awareness around the issues of trauma so we can become a safe place for the folks in our life who are suffering. In today’s episode, I dive into how you can practically integrate more of a trauma-informed perspective into your daily life. I share the different tiers of the trauma-informed approach, a breakdown of the 5 guiding principle...
Ep. 37: Fostering Hope with Diane McMahan
August 11, 2022 12:00 - 55 minutes - 79 MBShowing up for the children in our community is vitally important. But often, not knowing where to start or how to help becomes a barrier to getting involved. My guest this week, health coach and proud foster mama, Diane McMahan, is here to assure us that there is something we all can do to support these children (even if it isn’t in the ways we expect)! In today’s episode, we dive into the journey of foster care - Diane’s personal experiences as a foster mother, trauma-informed paren...
Ep. 36: The Edge of Possibility
August 04, 2022 12:00 - 19 minutes - 28.7 MBIf you’ve been working towards a goal and you’re almost there (or if you’ve just realized what your goal is and you’re not sure where to begin) - you’re standing at the edge of something. And the edge can get super messy. But that’s part of the process! The process of stepping into new possibility. In today’s episode, I’m inviting you to explore your next evolution and giving you some ways to identify and take the aligned actions needed to step into the next phase of your life. W...
Ep. 35: The Power of Stories with Dr. Laura Flores Cailloux
July 21, 2022 12:00 - 49 minutes - 69.7 MBHow can we take our leadership work and create more sustainable and healthy communities? In today’s episode, I invite 25 year professor at Skagit Valley College, Dr. Laura Flores Cailloux, to share her wisdom on this subject, and more! We discuss the power of stories, creating safety & space in the classroom for vulnerability, and the ways we can incorporate deep cultural change work to have a broader impact on the world and create real shifts for marginalized groups. We’re exploring: ...
Ep. 34: Being of Service with Erica Wray
July 14, 2022 12:00 - 42 minutes - 60.7 MBAccess. Resources. Support. We all need them. And in today’s episode, we’re exploring what we can do as coaches and mentors to ensure more people have access to the things they need. My guest this week, life and leadership coach Erica Wray, joins me to talk about being of service in the coaching industry. We discuss slowing down to allow for alignment and how to create a business that generates more possibility and more of a positive impact on the world. We’re exploring: Structures ...
Ep. 33: Change Yourself to Change the World with Kelly Childress
June 23, 2022 12:00 - 51 minutes - 72.9 MBHow can we create change within ourselves and within our community? In a world where things are going wrong and feel as if they’re falling apart, how can we take steps towards hope and healing? Today, I’m joined by Kelly Childress. She’s a Board certified chaplain, ordained minister, healthcare mediator, life-long activist, and certified professional life coach. Kelly works with leaders, creatives, and professionals looking to make and create change. She sits with people in the most p...
Ep. 32: Thinking About Education Differently with Dr. Terri Wattawa
June 16, 2022 12:00 - 45 minutes - 64.6 MBMy guest this week, Dr. Terri Wattawa, entrepreneur and former principal, comes on the show to share her 25+ years of experience in education. In this episode, we examine what being educated really means and how we can begin to think about education differently to help inspire students and make a bigger, more inclusive, and equitable impact. We’re exploring: How we can do education differently (and get more students engaged!) Equity & inclusion within education Terri’s passion for get...
Ep. 31: Therapy (because you’re worth it)
June 09, 2022 12:00 - 23 minutes - 35 MBYou are worthy of the things that you want. Exactly the way you are, right now. But, trust me - I know that sometimes this can be easy to forget. So, it’s important that we have safe environments to break down the stories of our pasts that are keeping us stuck in unworthiness and avoidance. In today’s episode, I dive into the topic of therapy - why it’s a great place to start shifting some of the current patterns & beliefs that are keeping you stuck, and how it can help us all ...
Ep. 30: Creating a Money Breakthrough
June 02, 2022 12:00 - 28 minutes - 40.9 MBWhat if none of us are bad with money? What if all we need is to learn some basic concepts, explore our goals, and start taking aligned actions toward them? In today’s episode, I’m exploring some of my long-held beliefs around money, how they’ve held me back (and how they could be holding you back too!), and how a greater vision around money can help us reach our future financial goals. Join me as I dive into the practical steps to create an aligned financial plan so you can create the ...
Ep. 29: Reframes Around Death, Grief & Loss with Halley Harris
March 24, 2022 12:00 - 56 minutes - 79.4 MBHave you ever been made to feel wrong during the grieving process? Maybe you grieved “too long” for a pet, or maybe some of the physical reactions you had to your grief made others uncomfortable? My guest this week, podcast host, hospice social worker & army veteran, Halley Harris, is here to talk all about normalizing talk around death and dying and reducing the stigma around grief. In this episode, we dive into her passion for justice, some of the different ways grief can manifest, and the...
Ep. 28: Efficiency & Sustainability in Design with Julie Blazek
March 17, 2022 12:00 - 46 minutes - 65.5 MBThis week we are exploring community pride and sustainable design with my amazing guest, Julie Blazek! Julie is a partner at HKP Architects where they take a strategic and holistic approach to design to create uplifting architecture. We are discussing the importance of good design in rural areas, why representation in design matters, and how we can shift to more efficient & sustainable energy and resources in design. We’re exploring: Julie’s current public project & how they are pushing ...
Ep 27: Creating Magic with Lorena Perez
March 03, 2022 13:00 - 47 minutes - 66.7 MBThere is a magical place - where things flow, feel more natural, and where you feel like you are exactly where you’re meant to be. My guest this week, social justice advocate & storyteller, Lorena Perez, shares her journey to finding this magical place and creating more magic in the world as a passionate travel enthusiast, artist, and champion for social justice. In this episode, we dive into the power & healing that can come from travel, supporting others in moments of crisis and vulnerabil...
Ep. 26: Aligning with Your Purpose with Linnea Jensen
February 24, 2022 13:00 - 1 hour - 85.4 MBDo you feel like you are working and working and working - and you aren’t getting any closer toward your soul’s purpose and the impact you want to make? In today’s episode, I invite the person who has walked this journey of possibility with me from inception to where we are now - my life coach, Linnea Jensen! Linnea is a yoga teacher, educator & facilitator, and trauma-informed coach who is helping people step into their power & purpose with her embodied, relational, and systemic work. Join ...
Ep. 25: Personal Activism with Germaine Korneygay
February 10, 2022 13:00 - 53 minutes - 75.8 MBHow do you show love for your community, your world… yourself? In today’s episode, I invite the wonderful Germain Korneygay on the show to have a conversation about personal activism and how she is moving in the world. We discuss her pet grooming business, her role as the first woman and person of color on her city’s public utility commission, and her efforts to be an advocate for herself & others in public health matters and beyond! We’re exploring: Germaine’s personal story, business, ...
Ep. 24: WE Ignite History and 2022 Speaker Line up
February 03, 2022 13:00 - 34 minutes - 49.6 MBI’m here to stand for your possibility and for what you want to do in the world. And in that journey towards creating a collaborative, more abundant world - WE Ignite was born. In today’s episode, I am sharing all about our WE Ignite women’s empowerment conference and all the amazing ways you can experience our speakers, panels, workshops & more! Ready to be in more possibility and build more powerful and meaningful connections? Let’s dive in. We’re exploring: The WE Ignite conferenc...
Ep. 23: Living Your Purpose with Sunaina Virendra
January 27, 2022 13:00 - 54 minutes - 76.7 MBWhat is truly possible when you approach life from curiosity? Well, my guest this week, Sunaina Virendra, architect of learning (and newcomer to my hometown!), is here to tell us all about that and more on today’s show! In this episode, Sunaina dives into her pivot out of a 25-year corporate career, the amazing bachelor’s program she created at Skagit Valley College, and the joy that can be found when you are living your purpose. We’re exploring: Sunaina’s pivot point after 25 years ...
Ep. 22: Joyful Celebration
January 20, 2022 13:00 - 22 minutes - 33 MBI know it can be tempting to just say - forget last year, what does this new year have to offer me? But I want to take a minute to celebrate this past year and the opportunities and gifts it brought. In today’s episode, I invite you to join me to sit in remembrance and joyful celebration of 2021, and reflect on how you can step into more possibility in your life to create opportunities in the new year to change the world (because the truth is, you have the power inside you to do it)! W...
Ep. 21: Ditch the Hustle with Jen Westra & Jaclyn Easton
January 13, 2022 13:00 - 1 hour - 89.6 MBAre you done with doubting yourself, burnout culture, and feeling not good enough? Ready to lean more into the things that are important to you this year? In today’s episode, I speak with a couple of amazing coaches - Jen Westra & Jaclyn Easton - about cultivating more authentic connections between people, how society shapes us as women (and the ways we can break free!), and getting really clear on how we spend our energy so we can use more for the things that really matter. We’re explorin...
Ep. 20: Neurodivergent Life & Parenthood with Arianna Bradford
January 06, 2022 13:00 - 46 minutes - 66 MBFeeling concerned about your health? Maybe you’re tired all the time or have trouble staying focused? Maybe you think you have ADHD or have been diagnosed with anxiety, but it feels like there is something more that is being missed? Life & parenthood as a neurodivergent isn’t always easy - but there are ways to ask for what we need and advocate for ourselves! My guest this week, author, speaker & activist, Arianna Bradford, joins us to talk about neurodivergent parenthood, understanding your...
Ep. 19: The Human Connection with Laura Cabral Fink
December 23, 2021 13:00 - 42 minutes - 60.1 MBAre you doing things differently in your life? Maybe you’ve chosen to pursue coaching instead of a traditional corporate job or you’re simply choosing to put intention on the things that matter most to you. My guest this week, executive coach & trainer, Laura Cabral Fink, definitely followed her own path and she is here to share her journey with us on today’s show! We discuss the human connection in coaching, some powerful insights from her childhood as an immigrant, and where she is creatin...
Ep. 18: Understanding Boys with Janet Allison
December 16, 2021 13:00 - 52 minutes - 74.6 MBHave you ever been perplexed by the way your young boy reacts to something? Or maybe you’ve felt frustrated with your male partner because he doesn’t seem to be listening during a conversation? My guest today, Janet Allison - Founder of Boys Alive and Co-Host of the ON BOYS Parenting Podcast - shares how we can get more curious about understanding the boys & men in our lives better because, although there is no steadfast rule for all boys, there are some KEY factors that can help us live mor...
Ep. 17: What Does Being in Possibility Mean to Me?
December 09, 2021 13:00 - 35 minutes - 50.4 MBOn this show I have spoken to many amazing heart-centered women about stepping into possibility and doing the thing that their heart is drawn to do. But how has this path looked in my own life? And what does being in possibility mean to me? In today’s episode, I turn the tables and interview myself to show you that taking a step into a brave place isn’t always easy, but it brings us one step closer to the collaborative and compassionate world that we want to live in! I’m exploring: My...
Ep. 16: Create Your Land of Plenty with Faith Marie Agee
December 02, 2021 13:00 - 45 minutes - 64.6 MBAre you ready to own your heart’s deepest desires and create your land of plenty? My guest this week, intuitive magician Faith Marie Agee, shares what it takes to manifest what you really want from life. In this episode, Faith dives into getting in touch with your heart’s deepest desire, the bravery it takes to pursue it, and finding the path to get there. We’re exploring: Faith’s pivot from a 6-figure corporate job to manifesting her truest desires How Faith discovered her heart’s...
Ep. 15: Harness Your “Invisible” with Rebecca Pierce Murray
November 18, 2021 13:00 - 46 minutes - 66.4 MBWhen we use our own invisible, we can make the impossible possible! Ready to learn more about your “invisible” and how to use it to create more possibility in your life? My guest this week, Rebecca Pierce Murray - professional speaker and edutainer - shares her wisdom on the business of selling invisible things and how to harness your unique gifts to overcome shame & doubt and embrace the confidence to make your dreams come true. We’re exploring: The concept of the invisible - what i...
Ep. 14: Digging Deep into Our Patterns with Lynn Denise
November 11, 2021 13:00 - 42 minutes - 60.2 MBDigging deep into our patterns to get to the ultimate truth of who we are - it’s important healing work! In today’s episode, I share space with transformation and leadership coach, Lynn Denise, as we discuss harnessing our anger (and ultimately, our power!), being witnessed in our truth, and processing and releasing our grief, trauma, and old patterns so we can live free and rise together as women. We’re exploring: Lynn’s powerful journey to transformation and healing How equity an...
Ep. 13: There’s Always Another Way with Laura Cathcart Robbins
November 04, 2021 12:00 - 50 minutes - 72.1 MBThere is so much possibility available to us if we stay open and grounded to the world around us. We are never stuck - there is always another way! My guest this week, Laura Cathcart Robbins - freelance culture writer and podcast host - comes on the show to share her wisdom and how she is making change in the world. We’re discussing culture, intent v. impact, sobriety, and so much more! We’re exploring: The evolution of Laura’s popular podcast “The Only One in the Room” Her new mem...
Ep. 12: Sharing to Heal with Stephanie Good
October 28, 2021 12:00 - 1 hour - 91.9 MBThe journey to healing is not an easy one. Releasing our shame and healing from our trauma can be some of the hardest work of our lives - but it is SO worth it. In today’s episode, I share a beautiful conversation with Stephanie Good, life and mindset coach, as we discuss her powerful story of transformation and how possible it is to change the trajectory of your life and heal your wounds through the vulnerable sharing of your unique story. We’re exploring: Releasing shame and findin...
Ep. 11: Stay Curious and Be Brave with Amanda Ferrat
October 21, 2021 12:00 - 49 minutes - 69.7 MBGet uncomfortable - and then get curious! My guest this week shares this and more wisdom on managing your emotional wellness and bringing more healing and peace to women so we can break barriers and build a more humane and compassionate world! Amanda Ferrat - emotional wellness counselor, advanced EFT practitioner, and speaker - joins me to talk about her healing journey and her work as a generator of positivity, grace, and comfort. You don’t want to miss this one! We’re exploring: A...
Ep. 10: Parenting & Adoption: Resources for Thriving with Tiffany Kilpatrick
October 14, 2021 12:00 - 50 minutes - 71.7 MBParenting is hard! And without a toolkit to support you - it can be easy to lose your joy along the way. My guest this week, Tiffany Kilpatrick - creator of The Mom Toolkit - is here to talk to us about slowing down and connecting back to the joy of parenting (and of life)! Tiffany dives into The Mom Toolkit online course, her thoughts on adoption and her passion for helping at-risk mothers, and how to put more intentionality into raising your kids and living a joyful life. We’re explorin...
Ep. 9: Let’s Chat About Money with Lisa Brumm
October 07, 2021 12:00 - 47 minutes - 68 MBReady to get so comfortable talking about money that it feels like a brunch chat with your girlfriends? My guest this week, Lisa Brumm - CEO, national speaker, and author - is here to show us what is possible when we break the generational silences and traumas around money and start talking about it in real-life terms! In this episode, we dive into Lisa’s long range mission for improving financial literacy, how to get more women and BIPOC folks access to financial resources, and the opportun...
Ep. 8: Unlock Your Creative Potential with Alana McKenzie
September 30, 2021 12:00 - 47 minutes - 67.4 MBReady to get in touch with your creative side? My guest this week, Alana McKenzie - creative potential coach and creator of The Art of Feminine Seduction - shares her passion for empowering others to tap into their creativity and personal greatness to create the life of their dreams! In this episode, we dive into masculine/feminine energy dynamics, connecting to your own unique creative potential (because we all have it!), and finding the empowerment to create a life where you make all the r...
Ep. 7: The Mind Body Spirit Connection with Maria Ji
September 23, 2021 12:00 - 35 minutes - 51.6 MBIn your day to day life, do you feel AWAKE? Awake to all of life’s beauty and the connection between your mind, body, and spirit? My guest this week, Maria Ji - holistic life and leadership coach - talks to us about this Mind Body Spirit connection and her work towards helping others awaken their inner wisdom. In this episode, we dive into what it really means to heal pain from the inside out and the opportunity we all have to heal and rise - together. We’re exploring: Maria’s passion fo...
Ep. 6: Changing the World Through Solo Travel with Meg Jerrard
September 16, 2021 13:00 - 34 minutes - 49.9 MBDoes the thought of travelling alone trigger feelings of fear for you? You are definitely not alone here, but don’t worry - there are ways to bust through this block! My guest this week, Meg Jerrard - co-founder of Solo Female Travelers and travel writer - shares her unique journey as a travel blogger and champion for female empowerment. In this episode, Meg dives into how we can change the world through travel and the mindset and perspective shifts you can find from travelling solo! ...
Ep. 5: Wellness and Healing Through Acupuncture with Amanda Anuraga
September 09, 2021 12:00 - 47 minutes - 67.2 MBAre you looking for a new way to incorporate more self-care into your life? Ever wondered if acupuncture is right for you? My guest this week, Amanda Anuraga - practitioner of acupuncture and owner of Tacoma East Asian Medicine - joins us to talk all about how she is changing the world through different healing modalities. In this episode, Amanda shares her passion for acupuncture, the beauty of East Asian medicine, and why focusing on community and leaning into your self-care can bring hope...
Ep. 4: Inspiring Curiosity with Mari Wuellner
August 26, 2021 12:00 - 33 minutes - 48.8 MBImagine if you got more curious in your life - about your own self-care, your relationship to alcohol, or maybe even going all-in on a dream you’ve always had, but never pursued - what might be possible? My guest this week, feisty entrepreneur and incredible life coach Mari Wuellner, shares her powerful journey as a curious student of life. In this episode, we dive into how Mari impacts the world - her upcoming (epic!) retreat to help women build their self-care muscle, how to experiment in ...
Ep. 3: Pack the Stage with Marginalized Voices with Abbi Wood
August 19, 2021 22:29 - 39 minutes - 56.2 MBAre you wanting to diversify your network or business, but wondering how to get started? My guest this week—strategist, writer, and coach Abbi Wood—is having the hard conversations to be unapologetically herself as she creates a movement of belonging for women and BIPOC who want to be seen, and those who want to connect with them. In this episode, Abbi dives into her passion for lifting the voices of the people who are silenced, her thoughts on making diversity about communicating with the g...
Ep. 2: Navigating a Dementia Diagnosis with Laura Vaillancourt
August 19, 2021 22:25 - 44 minutes - 63.2 MBDo you know (or care for) someone who has dementia? Are you wondering how you can better support them? My guest this week is podcaster and licensed mental health counselor specializing in geriatric mental health, Laura Vaillancourt. As the founder of Eldercare Counseling & Guidance Services, she helps caretakers and family members navigate the complex ups and downs of a dementia diagnosis. In this episode, she shares how dementia changes family roles, the power of making human connections, a...
Ep. 01: Healing Trauma from Within with Katie Lehive
August 17, 2021 18:18 - 20 minutes - 30.8 MBYour subconscious holds answers you may not know are there...are you ready to tune in and listen? I’m joined this week by my very first guest, Katie Lehive, a Conscious Integration Coach who uses a trauma-informed approach to help people find healing within themselves. In this episode, she opens up about her decision to become a coach (and how divine timing stepped in), why she wants to transform the physical impact of trauma for her clients, as well as her TOP TIPS to help you tap into your...