Heart of the Story
183 episodes - English - Latest episode: 3 days ago - ★★★★★ - 16 ratingsAuthor and holistic writing coach Nadine Kenney Johnstone shares interviews with today's top women writers and wellness experts about how to navigate life when things don't go according to plan. Past guests include beloved and bestselling authors like Emily P. Freeman, Laura Tremaine, Jenna Blum, and Linda Sivertsen; meditation instructor Susan Piver; renowned astrologist Heidi Rose Robbins; and publishing industry expert Jane Friedman, just to name a few. Nadine also shares her own stories of healing, hope, and following her heart. Tune in every Sunday for these soul-nourishing mini-retreats.
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Episodes
A Father’s Story of Hope and Love: An Interview with Jamie Johnstone
June 20, 2021 04:00 - 43 minutes - 39.9 MBEp 19. Nadine’s husband, Jamie, joins the show to talk about their hard journey to parenthood, the joys of being a dad, and the best parts of being on the road. Tears and laughter abound. Tag Nadine @NadineKenneyJohnstone on Instagram with the pictures of where you listen to Heart of the Story.
Ep 18 How to Make Your Mark on the World
June 13, 2021 05:00 - 32 minutes - 30.2 MBAs Nadine reflects on the first part of her road trip, she discusses how her favorite small business owners in Door County follow the 3 Ss to success. Want to see more of Nadine’s favorite spots along the road trip? Follow Nadine on Instagram @nadinekenneyjohnstone or sign up for her newsletter at nadinekenneyjohnstone.com
How to Make Your Mark on the World
June 13, 2021 04:00 - 32 minutes - 30.2 MBEp 18. As Nadine reflects on the first part of her road trip, she discusses how her favorite small business owners in Door County follow the 3 Ss to success. Want to see more of Nadine’s favorite spots along the road trip? Follow Nadine on Instagram @nadinekenneyjohnstone or sign up for her newsletter at nadinekenneyjohnstone.com
Ep 17 Thoughts from the Road
June 06, 2021 05:00 - 20 minutes - 18.6 MBWant to learn what Nadine’s biggest takeaways are so far from road trip stop #1? Listen in to discover how Nadine’s new surroundings are giving her a different perspective and teaching her some new skills too! @NadineKenneyJohnstone https://nadinekenneyjohnstone.com/ (https://nadinekenneyjohnstone.com/)
Thoughts from the Road
June 06, 2021 04:00 - 20 minutes - 18.6 MBEp 17. Want to learn what Nadine’s biggest takeaways are so far from road trip stop #1? Listen in to discover how Nadine’s new surroundings are giving her a different perspective and teaching her some new skills too! @NadineKenneyJohnstone https://nadinekenneyjohnstone.com/ (https://nadinekenneyjohnstone.com/)
Ep 16 My Favorite Self-Help Books
May 30, 2021 05:00 - 20 minutes - 18.8 MBSo many pivotal books have changed my life. Here’s a list of my favorite self help books and why I recommend them to you! What are your favorites? Post your favorites and tag me, @NadineKenneyJohnstone on Instagram.
Ep 16 Favorite Self-Help Books
May 30, 2021 04:00 - 20 minutes - 18.8 MBSo many pivotal books have changed my life. Here’s a list of my favorite self help books and why I recommend them to you! What are your favorites? Post your favorites and tag me, @NadineKenneyJohnstone on Instagram.
My Favorite Self-Help Books
May 30, 2021 04:00 - 20 minutes - 18.8 MBEp 16. So many pivotal books have changed my life. Here’s a list of my favorite self help books and why I recommend them to you! What are your favorites? Post your favorites and tag me, @NadineKenneyJohnstone on Instagram.
Ep 15 Prioritizing Time with Yourself
May 23, 2021 05:00 - 24 minutes - 22.3 MBSelf care is not a beauty cream or a pedicure. It is how we save our own lives and relationships. In this episode, Nadine talks about how to identify when your relationship with yourself is suffering and how to course correct so that you can prioritize your needs to live a life of joy and ease.
Prioritizing Time with Yourself
May 23, 2021 04:00 - 24 minutes - 22.3 MBEp 15. Self care is not a beauty cream or a pedicure. It is how we save our own lives and relationships. In this episode, Nadine talks about how to identify when your relationship with yourself is suffering and how to course correct so that you can prioritize your needs to live a life of joy and ease.
Ep 14 Creating Meaningful Rituals
May 16, 2021 05:00 - 23 minutes - 21.9 MBDo you feel like you and your loved ones are together all the time, but you're not actually spending quality time with each other? Or maybe you're so excited about the world opening back up again that you're afraid of losing the quality time you had with your loved ones during lockdown. In this episode, Nadine will share her approach to creating and maintaining meaningful rituals.
Creating Meaningful Rituals
May 16, 2021 04:00 - 23 minutes - 21.9 MBEp 14. Do you feel like you and your loved ones are together all the time, but you're not actually spending quality time with each other? Or maybe you're so excited about the world opening back up again that you're afraid of losing the quality time you had with your loved ones during lockdown. In this episode, Nadine will share her approach to creating and maintaining meaningful rituals.
Ep 13 How to truly see yourself
May 09, 2021 05:00 - 26 minutes - 24.4 MBDo you yearn to see and be seen? If you've struggled with being present and processing your emotions, this episode is full of tips and tricks for embracing your current state and the world around you. Plus, this episode was recorded in Nadine's very own backyard, where you'll get to hear spring in all of its glory. Where do you listen to Heart of the Story? Where do you go on your own noticing walks? Post a picture on Instagram and tag Nadine: @nadinekenneyjohnstone
How to Truly See Yourself
May 09, 2021 04:00 - 26 minutes - 24.4 MBEp 13. Do you yearn to see and be seen? If you've struggled with being present and processing your emotions, this episode is full of tips and tricks for embracing your current state and the world around you. Plus, this episode was recorded in Nadine's very own backyard, where you'll get to hear spring in all of its glory. Where do you listen to Heart of the Story? Where do you go on your own noticing walks? Post a picture on Instagram and tag Nadine: @nadinekenneyjohnstone
Ep 12-The Inside Scoop
May 02, 2021 05:00 - 30 minutes - 28.2 MBWhat inspired Nadine to start Heart of the Story? What exciting episodes are planned for the summer? Nadine answers all these questions and more in this Q and A episode.
The Inside Scoop
May 02, 2021 04:00 - 30 minutes - 28.2 MBEp 12. What inspired Nadine to start Heart of the Story? What exciting episodes are planned for the summer? Nadine answers all these questions and more in this Q and A episode.
You are never alone
April 25, 2021 05:00 - 18 minutes - 16.6 MBIf you are lonely, hurting, and in need of support, you are welcome here. In this deeply personal message and meditation, Nadine invites you to come home to your heart and reminds you that you are never alone.
You Are Never Alone
April 25, 2021 04:00 - 18 minutes - 16.6 MBEp 11. If you are lonely, hurting, and in need of support, you are welcome here. In this deeply personal message and meditation, Nadine invites you to come home to your heart and reminds you that you are never alone.
Creating Self Certainty
April 18, 2021 04:00 - 42 minutes - 38.6 MBEp 10. In recognition of National Infertility Awareness week and the publication anniversary of Nadine's memoir https://www.amazon.com/This-Much-Im-Sure-Memoir/dp/1631522108/ (Of This Much I'm Sure,) Nadine recounts when she first gave herself permission to write about her own personal journey. She talks about meeting her husband, as well as the challenges and rewards of writing about infertility. Ultimately, each experience has revealed the important steps in creating self certainty. Follow...
How Unexpected Generosity Changed My Life
April 11, 2021 04:00 - 25 minutes - 23.6 MBEp 9. Has a friend or stranger ever offered you generosity when you most needed it but least expected it? Nadine talks about the many times this has happened to her and the powerful impact it has had on her life. Love this show? Talk about it on Instagram and tag Nadine @nadinekenneyjohnstone to be entered into a giveaway for a free month of Writer Workouts!
From Seed to Story: An Interview with Writer Tamara Belinfanti
March 28, 2021 04:00 - 44 minutes - 41.2 MBEP 7. How does an idea become a book? How do you find the time to write in the midst of working and parenting? How do you overcome fear of what others will think of your writing? Nadine and Tamara talk about all these things and more in this inspiring interview! Follow Tamara on IG: https://www.instagram.com/tamarabelinfanti/ (@tamarabelinfanti) Follow Nadine on IG: https://www.instagram.com/nadinekenneyjohnstone/ (@nadinekenneyjohnstone) Learn about Nadine's upcoming coaching and writing pro...
How to stay motivated
March 21, 2021 05:00 - 22 minutes - 20.2 MBAs humans and creatives, how can we stay motivated when there are so many distractions and responsibilities? Nadine talks about the mental construct she uses to keep consistent with healthy and inspiring habits.
How to Stay Motivated
March 21, 2021 04:00 - 22 minutes - 20.2 MBEp 6. As humans and creatives, how can we stay motivated when there are so many distractions and responsibilities? Nadine talks about the mental construct she uses to keep consistent with healthy and inspiring habits.
How to Have Emotional Endurance
March 14, 2021 05:00 - 34 minutes - 31.3 MBEp 5. What is emotional endurance and how do we develop it? Nadine shares a story of a trying time in her life that taught her how to keep staying the course in the face of difficulty. She ends the episode with a reflection for listeners to develop their own internal resilience.
You Don't Have to Be Perfect
March 07, 2021 05:00 - 21 minutes - 19.8 MBEp 4. Nadine shares a story of when her own perfectionism was robbing her of the present moment, then she guides you in an exercise for embracing your lovely, flawed self.
You don't have to be perfect
March 07, 2021 05:00 - 21 minutes - 19.8 MBNadine shares a story of when her own perfectionism was robbing her of the present moment, then she guides you in an exercise for embracing your lovely, flawed self.
How to have hope
February 28, 2021 05:00 - 20 minutes - 18.5 MBHow do you have hope in the midst hardship? How do you heal from difficult moments? Nadine shares her approach and an exercise for staying optimistic through tough times. Want to hear about Nadine's latest news and workshops before anyone else? Join her https://nadinekenneyjohnstone.com/community (newsletter community).
How to Have Hope
February 28, 2021 05:00 - 20 minutes - 18.5 MBEp 3. How do you have hope in the midst hardship? How do you heal from difficult moments? Nadine shares her approach and an exercise for staying optimistic through tough times. Want to hear about Nadine's latest news and workshops before anyone else? Join her https://nadinekenneyjohnstone.com/community (newsletter community).
You Have Permission
February 21, 2021 05:00 - 28 minutes - 25.6 MBEp 2. Nadine discusses her winding road to becoming a writer and what allowed her to finally give herself permission to become an author. She'll lead you through an exercise on giving yourself permission to achieve your deepest desires.
You have permission
February 21, 2021 05:00 - 28 minutes - 25.6 MBNadine discusses her winding road to becoming a writer and what allowed her to finally give herself permission to become an author. She'll lead you through an exercise on giving yourself permission to achieve your deepest desires.
How to harness your inner wisdom when everything feels uncertain
February 14, 2021 05:00 - 22 minutes - 20.6 MBNadine shares a story of how she coped when everything in her life was not in her control. Then, she leads a reflective practice so that you can tap into your inner wisdom at any time, especially in the face of uncertainty. Get the bonus handout that walks you through Nadine's favorite journaling practice: https://nadinekenneyjohnstone.com/community
How to harness your inner wisdom
February 14, 2021 05:00 - 22 minutes - 20.6 MBEp 1. Nadine shares a story of how she coped when everything in her life was not in her control. Then, she leads a reflective practice so that you can tap into your inner wisdom at any time, especially in the face of uncertainty. Get the bonus handout that walks you through Nadine's favorite journaling practice: https://nadinekenneyjohnstone.com/community
Trailer
February 05, 2021 05:00 - 1 minute - 1.35 MBAn introduction to the weekly podcast featuring a stories of healing, hope and following your heart, a sacred mini retreat to reflect on your experiences and inner longings.