Cultivating Courage Podcast

#44 - Expanding Life Through Reframing

In this final episode of Season 1, Kristin and Matt are looking at how our beliefs impact our strategies for surviving or fixing things like money, relationships, health, etc. They are also considering how to explore what seems impossible, the impact of that view and getting present to the possibility of choosing a new perspective.

#43 – Getting Things Done

This week’s episode with Kristin and Matt focuses on productivity as it relates to self-worth, moving past breakdowns, and how to powerfully move through self-judgment.

#42 - Is This Worth My Time?

In this week's episode, Matt & Kristin dive into the complexities of time. How do you manage it, how does it affect you, and how can you use it to its full potential? 

#41 - Getting to Know Kristin Part II

In this week's episode, we dive deeper into what makes Kristin, Kristin!!

#40 - Getting To Know Matt Part II

In this week's episode, we dive deeper into what makes Matt, Matt!

#39 - Trading Self Doubt for Self Worth w/ guest, Sylvan Jayaraman

This week, Kristin and Matt are back with Sylvan Jayaraman. The trio is chatting about setting boundaries, reframing our need to be liked, and how being a little selfish sometimes is totally okay.

#38 - Getting Honest About Your Finances & Building Intentional Wealth w/ guest, Sylvan Jayaraman

This week, Kristin and Matt are joined by Sylvan Jayaraman. The group is chatting about whether you need to be greedy to be wealthy, how we define success as a society and culture, and uncovering your "why".

#37 - A Journey with Spirituality, Mental Health, and Psychedelics w/ guest Ellen Geis

Guest Ellen Geis is back and speaking with Matt and Kristin about her experiences and tools for managing mental health, including psychedelics and spirituality.

#36 - An Authentic Look at Mental Health

This week, Kristin, Matt and guest Ellen take an open and honest look at the stigma around mental health.

#35 - Are We Having Fun Yet??

In this week's episode, Kristin and Matt explore "fun". Can we have too much? Why are some things fun and others a chore? Is fun a choice?

#34 - Coming Alive in Life - Catching up w/ the Cultivating Courage Crew

This week, we're getting caught up! Hear James rave about how great life is after his big leap, Matt describe the big steps he's taking in his business and Kristin explain her plans to help young people discover their true selves.

#33 - Expanding Joy in Relationships w/ guests Robert Conlin and Shona Moeller

This week, hosts Kristin Robinson and Matt Maxwell are once again joined by the founders of We Meet Again: Coaching for Couples, Robert Conlin and Shona Moeller. Listen in as the group explores topics like navigating unspoken expectations, and finding new levels of partnership through vulnerability.

#32 - Clearing Your Heart for a New Relationship w/ guests Robert Conlin and Shona Moeller

This week, hosts Kristin Robinson and Matt Maxwell are joined by the founders of We Meet Again: Coaching for Couples, Robert Conlin and Shona Moeller. Listen in as the group is tackles topics like starting new relationships from a clean, fresh place by severing past relationships and getting present to the cost and impact of staying stuck.

#31 - Learning to Listen and Be Present w/ guest, Natalie Coleman, Founder of After the Peanut

This week, Kristin and Matt are back with guest Natalie Coleman, Founder of After the Peanut to chat about diminishing achievements and passions for other's comfort, turning life into a competition, and how to inspire others to be great.

#30 - Blazing a Trail for the Next Generation w/ guest Natalie Coleman, Founder of After the Peanut

Kristin, Matt and guest Natalie Coleman, Founder of After the Peanut, talk about the challenges of blazing a trail towards a career that may be outside the “norm” you see every day.

#29 - Stepping into Big, Bold, Scary Conversations w/ We Meet Again Coaching Founders, Shona Moeller and Robert Conlin

Kristin gets coached! In this mini coaching episode, relationship coaches Shona Moeller and Robert Conlin of We Meet Again help Kristin gain clarity on what’s holding her back from creating the relationship she knows she wants.

#28 - Have Faith - You've Got This! w/ guest Lauren Michelle Jackson

Matt, Kristin and guest Lauren Michelle Jackson talk about the challenges of showing up and expressing ourselves authentically and a practice for moving forward with faith.

#27 - The Courage to Be True to You, with guest Lauren Michelle Jackson

Matt and Kristin are joined by Lauren Michelle Jackson this week to chat about Enrolling your tribe in your transformation through vulnerability, betting on yourself and breaking generational curses - like how you define success.

#26 - What You See is What You Get: Acknowledging the Greatness in Others w/ guest Chuck Patella

#25 - Beer: Passion & Profits w/ guest Chuck Patella

Matt and Kristin are joined by Chuck Patella of Howard St. Brewing Company. Listen in as they chat about slowing down to savor experiences and having the courage to push forward one step each day.

#24 - The Comfort of Okay or Your True Passion? with guest Cassidy Smith

In this coaching session, we're chatting with professional singer Cassidy Smith about the courage it takes to leave the 'just ok' behind and take the leap towards your true passion.

#23 - Reframing 'No' on Your Path to Success, with guest Cassidy Smith

Matt and Kristin are talking all things music and following your passion with professional singer, Cassidy Smith. Listen in as they discuss the power of music to move and inspire and not letting the fear of "no" stop you from going for what you really want.

#22 - Following What Works, and Leaving the Rest Behind w/ Guest, Stolie

I'm chatting with independent, professional musician Stolie about her upcoming tour and using your thoughts and words to create reality.

#21 - Trusting Your Journey w/ Chelsea Webb

Kristin and guest, Chelsea Webb, are chatting about spreading love and kindness to everyone you come across, using every experience to level up, and owning your greatness.

#20 - The Power of Doing Life Your Way, with guest Lia Berman

Comedian and podcast host, Lia Berman and I sit down to talk screwing up your kids, removing the word should from our vocabularies, and pivoting when life happens.

#19 - The Gift of Freedom through The Landmark Forum

Matt and I are chatting about our experiences at The Landmark Forum - Living in the stories and meaning we create and giving ourselves the gift of freedom.

#18 - Learning to be Comfortable in the Uncomfortable with Guest Jen Zanotti

We’re chatting with Jen Zanotti about all the life lessons she’s gained through her ju-jitsu practice, including learning to be fully present and recognize not just physical strength but your mental prowess too. Jen has a podcast and wellness and coaching business that keeps her crazy busy – so we also explore organizing your time to achieve your goals, and how to prioritize and say no.

#17 - Taking on Life's U-Turns w/ Guest Allyson Rasor

Kristin and guest, Allyson Rasor, are chatting about finding the courage to change direction in life, say yes to the unknown, speak up for yourself and tips and techniques for dealing with life's frustrations.

Getting Clear on Leadership Coaching

In this edition of our Exploring Coaching series, I'm chatting with (en)Courage Coaching Founder, Katie O'Malley, about leadership coaching. Questions we're exploring in this episode include: What is leadership? What can coaching do for me? Is coaching something I need? What can I expect in a typical leadership coaching session? How many times do we meet? Where do we meet? What should I look for in a coach? What are the responsibilities of a coach?

#16 - Taking Charge & Directing Your Life w/ Guest Cat McDonnell

We're back with Cat! Sequel to last week's episode with guest, Cat McDonnell. This week we're digging deeper into leading a rudderless life directed by others vs. owning our desires and getting clear on what we really want for our lives. AND, pushing through self-doubt to take bold steps towards making that life a reality.

How the Rules of Improv Can Help You Trust Your Voice w/ Guest Cat McDonnell

We talk with guest, Cat McDonnell, about the rules of improv and how we can all learn to listen, react, and pivot based on what's in front of us in the moment - all while finding fun, excitement and joy in the new things presented to us. We're also chatting about the different roles we take on at work, at home, and with our friends and partners. Which one is our true self? And how do we create the space for that person to show up everywhere?

#14 - Creating Brave Spaces for Authentic Leadership

Kristin and guest Katie O'Malley of (en)Courage Coaching talk about women leadership development. We're touching on courageous leadership and the possibility of being grounded in our identity enough to show up to work authentically and the space we create for our peers and colleagues to do the same. All that and so much more!

#13 - Exploring Vulnerability & Stepping Out of Our Comfort Zones w/ Guest Flora

Our guest, Flora, explores barriers to creating the vision for her career and family. We look at the letting our day to day responsibilities run the show, the confusion between happiness and comfort and trusting yourself, the process and the outcome.

#12 - Living in the Moment and Letting go of the "Shoulds" w/ Guest Paul Farahvar

We're chatting with comedian Paul Farahvar about living in the moment, letting go of the "shoulds" in order to go after the things that bring you true joy, and being fully vulnerable on stage - literally and figuratively. To find out about upcoming Thrive Coaching Studio workshops, visit www.ThriveCoachingStudio.com. Find out more about Paul Farahvar at: www.paulfcomedy.com Follow us on Instagram at: @robinsonkristin @paulfarahvar @ltylus

The Path Towards The Things You Love

How do you find the path to doing the things you love? As our guest James finds out, sometimes it's down the dirt path to your worst case scenario that dead ends with you standing in the vision of the future you see for yourself, declaring stepping out of the comfort zone as worth it. Follow us on Instagram! @robinsonkristin @mattymaxwell @standupstandup @peopleofcomedynetwork

Cultivating Courage - The Path to Becoming a Coach

Listen in as our guest, James, gets all his questions about coach education, certification and differences between coaching and other mental health professions answered by Kristin and Matt.

#10 - Discovering & Chasing Your Passions

In this episode, Kristin and guest Lindsey discuss creating the space you need to explore your passions and standing up for yourself in order to go after what you want. They also get real about honest communication and making the most of your friendships.

#9 - Unconditional Self-Love: The Center of Everything w/ guest Jason Zdebski

Join us as we explore why we all struggle with loving ourselves unconditionally and discuss practical ideas for implementing a meaningful practice of self-love. Want more info? Head to ThriveCoachingStudio.com to learn more about Kristin, her mission, and how she can help you! Connect with Kristin and Matt on Instagram! @robinsonkristin @mattymaxwell

What Is Coaching?

Kristin & Matt welcome guest, Ally to the show by explaining coaching basics.   Want more info? Head to ThriveCoachingStudio.com to learn more about Kristin, her mission, and how she can help you!   Connect with Kristin and Matt on Instagram! @robinsonkristin @mattymaxwell    

#8 - Creating the Romantic Relationship You Desire w/ guest Jason Zdebski

With our guest, Jason Zdebski, we discuss the role of self love and feeling worthy of play in defining and creating the romantic relationships you desire.

#7 - Exploring Our True Fears

Is there such a thing as useful fear? Kristin & Matt discuss this, as well as having a curiosity about our fear to explore what it is we're really afraid of. Want more info? Head to ThriveCoachingStudio.com to learn more about Kristin, her mission, and how she can help you! Connect with Kristin and Matt on Instagram! @robinsonkristin @mattymaxwell

#6 - A Discussion on Possibility

Kristin, Matt and guest Ally examine pushing past our comfort zone to a place of owning our self-worth. Want more info? Head to ThriveCoachingStudio.com to learn more about Kristin, her mission, and how she can help you! Connect with Kristin and Matt on Instagram! @robinsonkristin @mattymaxwell   

#5 - Using Courage to Step Out of Your Comfort Zone

Kristin & Matt chat about fear of the unknown, staying in control, and leaving your comfort zone. Want more info? Head to ThriveCoachingStudio.com to learn more about Kristin, her mission, and how she can help you! Connect with Kristin and Matt on Instagram! @robinsonkristin @mattymaxwell   

#4 - Courage in the Face of Fear

Listen in as Kristin & Matt discuss acknowledging fear, and taking persistent action in the face of resistance. Want more info? Head to ThriveCoachingStudio.com to learn more about Kristin, her mission, and how she can help you! Connect with Kristin and Matt on Instagram! @robinsonkristin @mattymaxwell  

#3 - Exploring Types Of Courage

From consistently showing up to life as your true self, to the courage to simply survive - listen in as Kristin and Matt explore different types of courage.

#2 - Getting To Know Kristin

In Episode 2 of Cultivating Courage, host Kristin Robinson opens up about life, love and Chinese food! Want more info? Head to ThriveCoachingStudio.com to learn more about Kristin, her mission, and how she can help you!

#1 - Getting To Know Matt

Welcome to Cultivating Courage! In this episode of Cultivating Courage, get to know co-host Matt Maxwell - professional coach, author and actor. Want more info? Head to ThriveCoachingStudio.com to learn more about Kristin, her mission, and how she can help you!