Lean into Curiosity

Episode 099: I Never Thought I Could Meditate

If you’ve struggled with meditation or just can’t seem to find a mediation practice that feels right, this episode is for you. I share what 60 days of meditation taught me as well as what I do when my mind begins to wander during meditation. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Follow me on IG: @leanintocuriosity Topic suggestions, questions or to be on the show, click here! Insight Timer App

Episode 098: If You Procrastinate, Try This

Let’s face it-we all procrastinate. It can be so frustrating because you want to get something done, but just can’t bring yourself to complete it. I tried something recently that helped me move forward and I wanted to share it with you! MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Follow me on IG: @iamdeannafrances Topic suggestions, questions or to be on the show, click here!

Episode 097: How Numerology Can Help Guide You with Laura Chrisine

 Laura Christine is the host of The Boundless Soul Podcast where she encourages her listeners to be boundless on their journeys of spiritual growth. In this episode she gives me a numerology reading which was so fun. Make sure you check out her website for a mix of courses helping you integrate numerology into your spiritual journey. TAKEAWAYS FROM THIS EPISODE: Numerology is one component of many you can use on your spiritual journey. Be mindful of who you seek advice from and share in...

Episode 096: Are You The Energy You Want To Attract?

A very valuable lesson was learned through the pandemic that I needed to share. If you are feeling depressed, sad, lonely, in a funk or any other negative feeling, this episode can have a great impact on how you handle things moving forward. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Follow me on IG: @iamdeannafrances Topic suggestions, questions or to be on the show, click here!

Episode 095: Is Debt Stopping You From Being a Badass with Marie Sonneman

Marie Sonneman is the Host of Ordinary to Badass podcast and Founder of Badass Money School. In this episode she shares her journey of paying off $106,000 in debt. We talk about how her intuition guided her to becoming a Financial Coach. Marie now helps others gain confidence to become debt free and totally badass. TAKEAWAYS FROM THIS EPISODE: Being a badass is about having confidence. Stay open to new ideas because that’s when more ideas will come to you. It’s ok to move on if someth...

Episode 094: Instead of Judging People, Try This

With 80% of our thoughts being negative, some of that is judgement about other people. By using this tool, you will be able to avoid the negative thought patterns and avoid a rabbit hole of thoughts that lead you nowhere good. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Get the FREE practical guide: Personal Values Follow me on IG: @iamdeannafrances Topic suggestions, questions or to be on the show, click here!

Episode 093: Don't Ignore Your Gut Instinct About People

Your intuition is the most valuable tool you have – learn how to sharpen it. It’s ok if not everyone likes you and it’s ok if you don’t like everyone. When you meet someone and don’t get a good vibe, listen to your gut instinct. By practicing this on minor situations, you can filter that intuitive decision making to more important areas of your life. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: More info on the Free Birds Mentorship Program Get the FREE practical guide: Personal Values Follow me on IG: ...

Episode 092: You Don't Find Time, You Make Time

If you want something bad enough you will make the time for it. If not, it’s ok, don’t beat yourself up. It could just mean it’s time to evaluate your values and recognize what’s most important to you. Once you do, you will make the time to work towards the things that are getting you closer to your values. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: More info on the Free Birds Mentorship Program Get the FREE practical guide: Personal Values Follow me on IG: @iamdeannafrances Topic suggestions, questi...

Episode 091: Top 3 Challenges of Starting a Podcast

Starting and growing a podcast certainly comes with its set of challenges. In this episode I give you the top three challenges I have experience since starting and growing Lean into Curiosity Podcast. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: More info on the Free Birds Mentorship Program Get the FREE practical guide: Personal Values Follow me on IG: @iamdeannafrances Topic suggestions, questions or to be on the show, click here!

Episode 090: Top 3 Benefits of Starting a Podcast

There are countless benefits to starting and growing your podcast. In this episode I give you the top three benefits I have experience since starting and growing Lean into Curiosity Podcast. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: More info on the Free Birds Mentorship Program Step 1: Get the FREE practical guide: Personal Values Step 2: Get The Desire Map Follow me on IG: @iamdeannafrances Topic suggestions, questions or to be on the show, click here!

Episode 089: 3 Ways to Become Your Biggest Fan

Can you imagine if rather than being your own worst critic, you were your biggest fan? Well you can be. I share with you three practices to shift your mindset and truly love yourself through all the messiness. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: More info on the Free Birds Mentorship Program Get the FREE practical guide: Personal Values Follow me on IG: @iamdeannafrances Topic suggestions, questions or to be on the show, click here!

Episode 088: Uncover What Makes You YOU

By showing up as your authentic self you will attract the right people at the right time for the right reasons. Those closest to us know what we are innately good at -  might as well ask them and then use those talents to our advantage. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: More info on the Free Birds Mentorship Program Get the FREE practical guide: Personal Values Follow me on IG: @iamdeannafrances Topic suggestions, questions or to be on the show, click here!

Episode 087: How Values Guide Your Decisions

Your intuition already follows your value system. You just might not realize it yet. In this episode I share with you two simple steps to determine your values and core desired feelings. By doing this you will be guided to easier decision making. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: More info on the Free Birds Mentorship Program Step 1: Get the FREE practical guide: Personal Values Step 2: Get The Desire Map Follow me on IG: @iamdeannafrances Topic suggestions, questions or to be on the show, ...

Episode 086: The Benefits of Giving Yourself a Nothing Day

Block scheduling enables you to build in a day that I call a “nothing day” or simply put – a day you leave open to whatever you’re feeling that day. By doing this you can actually become more productive. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: More info on the Free Birds Mentorship Program Get the FREE practical guide: Personal Values Follow me on IG: @iamdeannafrances Topic suggestions, questions or to be on the show, click here!

Episode 085: Sync Your Cycle to Improve Your Life (week four)

In this episode I discuss week four (four-part series) of syncing your feminine cycle. I share with you what is going on with your hormones and emotions during this time so you can learn your own rhythm and take advantage of each phase of your cycle. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Book: 4 Seasons in 4 Weeks Author’s website for tracker and other resources: https://4s4w.com/ If you have any questions you can reach out to me on IG: @iamdeannafrances or through my website: https://leanintocuri...

Episode 084: Sync Your Cycle to Improve Your Life (week three)

In this episode I discuss week three (four-part series) of syncing your feminine cycle. I share with you what is going on with your hormones and emotions during this time so you can learn your own rhythm and take advantage of each phase of your cycle.

Episode 083: Sync Your Cycle to Improve Your Life (week two)

In this episode I discuss week two (four-part series) of syncing your feminine cycle. I share with you what is going on with your hormones and emotions during this time so you can learn your own rhythm and take advantage of each phase of your cycle. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Book: 4 Seasons in 4 Weeks Author’s website for tracker and other resources: https://4s4w.com/ If you have any questions you can reach out to me on IG: @iamdeannafrances or through my website: https://leanintocurios...

Episode 082: Sync Your Cycle to Improve Your Life (week one)

In this episode I discuss week one (four-part series) of syncing your feminine cycle. I share with you what is going on with your hormones and emotions during this time so you can learn your own rhythm and take advantage of each phase of your cycle. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Book: 4 Seasons in 4 Weeks Author’s website for tracker and other resources: https://4s4w.com/ If you have any questions you can reach out to me on IG: @iamdeannafrances or through my website: https://leanintocurio...

Lean into Curiosity

Episode 081: Every Person's Story Matters with Shelly Snow Pordea

Shelly Snow Pordea is an author and writing coach sharing great insight into telling your unique story. As she stepped into the world of writing her first children’s book, she allowed her personal values to guide her. We chat about using intuition and strategy to move your ideas forward. TAKEAWAYS FROM THIS EPISODE: If an idea won’t leave your head that’s when you know it’s time to explore a little further. Get inspired by others in your industry, see what they’re doing and put your own...

Episode 080: What Hiring a Housekeeper Taught Me

There comes a time when you need to evaluate what is taking up your time and energy, the things that don’t light you up. By reducing those tasks, chores or parts of your business, you will make more room to work on the things that make you feel good.

Episode 079: How Values Created an Online Yoga Business with Molly Toohey

Molly Toohey is a yoga instructor who helps other yoga instructors create online yoga businesses. She was able to use her interest to get quality focused and share from her experience. Molly has a goal of helping 100 yoga instructors in the next six months. I know she can do it because she is laser focused on taking micro action and having macro patience. TAKEAWAYS FROM THIS EPISODE: Get quality focused over quantity by digging into your interest. Share from experience and show up exact...

Episode 078: Don't Let Imposture Syndrome Stop You

It’s impossible to be fake or a fraud when you are being yourself. So many of us let the idea that we don’t have it “all” figured out stop us from sharing our message with the world. You can help someone, you can change someone’s life, don’t let the idea of being an imposture stop you. several podcasts to help others understand why they must decide what matters most! MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: More info on the Free Birds Mentorship Program Get the FREE practical guide What Matters Most? ...

Episode 077: Use Your Values to Niche Down with Robyn Graham

Robyn Graham is a brand marketing strategist, podcast host and photographer. She helps business women and entrepreneurs connect and grow their audiences and attract more clients. She was able to combine her passion for serving others with her gift of strategic thinking and expertise in brand marketing to help her clients build a memorable and shareable brand. TAKEAWAYS FROM THIS EPISODE: We can’t be happy and serve others effectively if we are swaying away from who we are at the core. W...

Episode 075: What The Bleep Are You Doing With Your Life with Melissa Parkvold

Have you ever asked yourself “What the BLEEP am I doing with my life!?” Today’s guest, Melissa Parkvold never boxed herself it to one thing. She tried different things and explored her ideas. After listening to motivational podcasts and wanting to hear from real life people creating lives they loved, she knew it was time to start her podcast “What The BLEEP Are You Doing With Your Life.”  She has made so many connections and never could have imagined what would have come from just from getti...

Episode 074: The Goal That Really Matters

There is no need to beat yourself up if you’re not a big, audacious goal setter. Also, it’s ok if you set goals and then instantly get discouraged. I know, I know, that sounds so counter intuitive, but trust me, you’re not alone! When we get fixated on a numeric goal we’re tied to the outcome. When we chase the dream and the feeling connected to that dream, we live in alignment with our values.  This episode will help you understand the most important goal to work towards. MENTIONED IN THI...

Episode 076: The Best Advice I've Ever Received

Sometimes we hear great advice, but for some reason don’t apply it right away. The best advice I’ve ever received was from a friend years ago. I didn’t understand the importance of this one sentence until recently. As I build an online business this advice is incredible to follow as I make very important decisions. This advice can help you design your business around your life, not your life around your business. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: More info on the Free Birds Mentorship Program Ge...

Episode 073: Decide What Matters Most

Decision making gets a heck of a lot easier when you decide what matters most. I think choosing and defining personal values is the single most important thing anyone can do. By doing so you can do more of what you love and less of what you don’t. This episode is a revamp of Episode 002: Defining Your Personal Values. The concept remains the same, but my teachings on this topic have evolved to help hundreds of people. Since recording Episode 002: Defining Your Personal Values I created a w...

Episode 072: How do You Want to Feel with Afton Negrea

Afton Negrea helps passionate entrepreneurs and freelancers to make money online with intention and soul. After discovering for herself who she is on a soul level rather what roles she plays in life, she is passionate about having others discover how they want to feel. She offers a six month in depth, strategic mentor program called Free Birds. Afton and her clients sort through their ideas and she is aiming for them to have AH HA moments, who doesn’t love those right? TAKEAWAYS FROM THIS ...

Episode 071: Connecting the Dots Backwards

I had three major ah-ha moments as a recent podcast guest so I wanted to share those with you. Since I realized each of these major takeaways had to do with my Mom I thought I would use this episode to pay tribute to my Mom for Mother's Day. As you listen, I want you to think of your childhood and what things shaped you that you can take advantage of in your endeavors. What perceived negatives can you turn into a positive? MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: What The BLEEP Are You Doing With You...

Episode 070: Benefits of Procrastination

In this episode I share the benefits and positive things that come from procrastination. It might seem counter-productive, but as I share and discuss what I believe to be the two major reasons we put things off you will quickly see how this can benefit you. Pausing, pivoting or completely scrapping an idea does not mean you’re a failure, it’s an opportunity to reevaluate your idea, task or project. You will gain a new, fresh perspective. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Episode 002: Defining Y...

Episode 069: Be Gracious with Yourself with Allison Scholes

Allison Scholes is a boss lady in sweatpants and that’s the name of her brand! She has various sources of income as an MLM hustler, stock photo photographer and is a fellow podcast host. Her podcast Social Media for Mompreneurs offers free practical tools to make social media enjoyable again. She shares so much good insight into social media strategies as well as the importance of having grace with yourself. Allison explains her perspective on pivoting; starting something doesn’t mean failin...

Episode 068: Don't Take it Personal

You’ve heard of ghosting right? It happens in business all the time. You send an email or leave a voicemail and you never hear another word back. In this episode I give practical tools to shift your mindset and a real life example that recently happened to me. I didn’t mention in the episode, but in case you were thinking maybe I had the email address wrong for this person, I didn’t, she was active in a group email that I was a part of too! MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Follow me on IG: @lea...

Episode 067: Trust in Your Value with Jessi Beyer

Jessi Beyer is an author, speaker and mental health advocate sharing her story to help others understand they are not alone. We talk about her journey to keynote speaking and how she shows up for college students during our nation’s mental health epidemic. Jessi shares the importance of consistency and follow through as well as trusting in your value. TAKEAWAYS FROM THIS EPISODE: Consistency is key with anything you do. It’s a numbers game and you can and probably will get a lot of no’s b...

Episode 066: Your Skills Are Transferable

Not only are your skills transferable from one job to another, but what you are learning through your passion project, side gig or hobbies can also transfer over to other areas of your life. In my situation, I took what I have created with this podcast to change careers. Now I will be doing something more in alignment with my values. I want you to think about what you are working on that can transfer over to other areas of your life and even help you completely pivot. MENTIONED IN THIS EPI...

Episode 065: My Conversation with Rachel Hollis

There are those people who visualize. Then there are those people who visualize and share it with their friends. Then there are people like me, those who visualize out loud aka Vis-O and put it out to the media world! If this is weird, I don’t want to be normal. Tune in to my conversation with thee one, thee only Rachel Hollis! I crack myself up and let’s get real, if you can’t laugh at yourself, what’s the point really? MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: RISE Episode-Rach meets Oprah Episode...

Episode 064: Lessons From One Year of Podcasting

It’s crazy to think about what can happen in one year. With consistency I have been able to have so many amazing pepisodes on Lean Into Curiosity. This pepisode is dedicated to sharing with you the top three most valuable lessons I have learned over the last year as well as three major takeaways you can implement immediately. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Episode 002: Define Your Personal Values Follow me on IG: @leanintocuriosity Topic suggestions, questions or to be on the show, click ...

Episode 063: Start Your Side Gig with Elena Ciccotelli

Elena Ciccotelli is the creator and host of Sid Gig Central Podcast.  Through her business she helps female entrepreneurs start and grow their side gigs. As someone who works a corporate job while scaling her side gig, she gives practical advice to others who might be scared to leave their full-time job. She shares her concept that not all ideas need to turn into businesses and sometimes we don’t even need to monetize our passions right away-hence Lean Into Curiosity podcast. TAKEAWAYS FRO...

Episode 062: Authenticity is Your Power

By showing up as yourself, the truest version of you, in every situation, you will attract the right people at the right time for the right reason. By toning down your uniqueness so you don’t “offend” another person can cause internal conflict, resentment and being off balanced.  Authenticity is your power and I want you to use your uniqueness to your advantage. You have your personality for a reason, use it! MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Episode 002: Define Your Personal Values Episode ...

Episode 061: Creating Balance with Russ Ruffolo

As Chief Strategy Officer of a women owned business, Russ Ruffolo works with the CEO and the board to outline and implement the organization's global growth strategy by identifying strategic partnerships and opportunities to fulfill the femmebought mission. femmebought is an online community, directory and education hub for women owned business. Russ helps femmebought build solutions to provide more empowerment, funding access and exposure to female entrepreneurs. In this conversation we tal...

Episode 060: Comparison Kills Creativity

I think there are two kinds of comparisons - one that is super powerful and one that can suck your soul dry. Negative comparison is the #1 killer of creativity. In this short pepisode I explain how to be completely present as you scroll through your IG feed. I do this magical thing with my mindset which I practice now each time I pick up my phone. The way I am able to compare in a positive way is a game changer! MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Episode 002: Define Your Personal Values Follow...

Episode 059: Take the Pressure Off with Julianne Holland

Julianne Holland aka Jules, owner of Bella Terra Firma is an incredibly talented artist living in the Australian desert. She didn’t let her remote park ranger job stop her from being creative, in fact it encouraged her creativity. In this conversation she shares her journey to starting a business from curiosity and picking up new modes of art when she is feeling stuck. By taking the pressure off herself she created beautiful embroidered botanical art onto hats which later enabled her to quit...

Episode 058: Leap of Faith

In this episode I share two practical tools you can use when making a major decision.  Using these two powerful tools can help you get to the point where you are more confident in taking a big, scary running leap of faith.  I am not here to tell you that stepping into the unknown will be easy, of course it will be challenging.  Anytime we step out of our comfort zones it can be scary, but getting honest with yourself, trusting the unknown and taking the leap of faith is when the magic happen...

Episode 057: Overcome Creative Blocks

No matter what path your creative journey takes you down, you’re are going to have creative blocks from time to time.  Sometimes these can last a few hours, a few days and even weeks.  In this episode I share with you three practical tools you can begin to practice when you’re feeling stuck.  I like to try a variation of things in different situations and I hope you can do the same! MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Episode 052: Maybe it’s an Opportunity Follow me on IG: @leanintocuriosity To...

Episode 056: Reflecting on Your Past

You know the saying “Don’t look back, you’re not going that way.”? I do feel that it’s necessary to look back at your accomplishments and appreciate all that you’ve been through. Looking back to reflect on what you’ve learned, the unknown you’ve stepped into and the projects you’ve completed can help keep you motivated to keep going. Grab your journal and write down everything you’ve done in the last year.  It’s so inspiring. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Follow me on IG: @leanintocuriosity...

Episode 055: You Are Not Alone with Sarah Irwin

Sarah Irwin is a Shamanic Reiki Practitioner, Empowerment Mentor and Coach, Yoga Instructor and divorced Mom of two. She experienced first-hand the isolation and stigma that tends to go along with stepping outside of the life of “should” and into her life by design. Today Sarah uses her experiences to assist others in reclaiming their power. It is through her courses, coaching and workshops where she supports others on their healing journey to becoming a lighter more aligned version of thems...

Episode 054: Handling Rejection

Would you consider yourself someone who doesn’t handle rejection well? Do you take things personal in specific areas of your life or maybe all?  This episode is for you.  I share a very solid mindset shift that can help you change the way you look at someone telling you no or maybe not replying to your email. It happens to the best of us. It seems like a big deal at the time, but in the grand scheme of things, it’s helping you on your path. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Follow me on IG: @le...

Episode 053: Dedicate Yourself with Ashley Lane

Not only is Ashley Lane an exceptionally talented artist, but she is a strategic business woman dedicated to her work.  We talk about what it took to turn her art into a business, how she became a featured artist in multiple restaurants and what she does to stay dedicated to practicing her art. She loves creating connections with people through her work and her art varies depending on what is inspiring her at the time. This conversation is motivating for anyone looking for creative ways to p...

Episode 052: Maybe it's an Opportunity

You've heard of a gratitude practice right? Have you maybe tried to create one and you find it hard to be grateful especially when you have a difficult situation you are dealing with? If you're anything like me-you try to stay positive and find the good in things, but sometimes you feel so depleted.  How do you find the silver lining when you feel frustrated? Try using the tool I share with you in this episode.  It has saved my life and I mean literally.⁠ MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Epis...

Episode 051: Use Your Uniqueness with Maya Schutzman-Matarasso

After consulting for the Israeli Army for 10 years in a male dominated field, Maya took a big leap of faith to start her own consulting firm. She had a realization that she wanted to also help women in leadership.  She found a way to overlap her passion with what she is amazingly talented at to create a helping strengthen the women she serves.  With her honed self-awareness skills, she is able to coach women in executive roles to elevate and improve their leadership skills. TAKEAWAYS FROM ...