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Make Life Less Difficult

271 episodes - English - Latest episode: 6 days ago - ★★★★★ - 24 ratings

"What do we live for, if not to make life less difficult for each other?" - mary anne evansThis quote summarizes my life purpose. Life isn't easy. It's complex, filled with the unexpected, and sometimes really hard. While life is full of challenges, I believe there are myriad things we can do to help make life less difficult for each other.On this podcast we'll share stories, struggles, and successes that help us know we're not alone. And knowing we're not alone is one way to make life less difficult.

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The Heart of Storytelling with Mary Kay Campbell - Storyteller, Speaker, & Connector

December 17, 2021 08:00 - 1 hour - 54.2 MB

My guest today is Mary Kay Campbell.  Mary Kay is a speaker, storyteller, and connector. After more than 25 years of corporate experience in strategic marketing and communications, Mary Kay is applying this knowledge and her skills to her passion: storytelling -- and helping others tell their stories with impact! Mary Kay share how a life-threatening car accident led her to take the courageous steps into living her authentic life yet.  She also shares pieces of her journey through divorce...

Conversation with Mary Kay Campbell - Storyteller, Speaker, & Connector

December 17, 2021 08:00 - 1 hour - 54.2 MB

My guest today is Mary Kay Campbell.  Mary Kay is a speaker, storyteller, and connector. After more than 25 years of corporate experience in strategic marketing and communications, Mary Kay is applying this knowledge and her skills to her passion: storytelling -- and helping others tell their stories with impact! Mary Kay share how a life-threatening car accident led her to take the courageous steps into living her authentic life yet.  She also shares pieces of her journey through divorce...

Mary Kay Campbell: The Heart of Storytelling

December 17, 2021 08:00 - 1 hour - 54.2 MB

My guest today is Mary Kay Campbell.  Mary Kay is a speaker, storyteller, and connector. After more than 25 years of corporate experience in strategic marketing and communications, Mary Kay is applying this knowledge and her skills to her passion: storytelling -- and helping others tell their stories with impact! Mary Kay share how a life-threatening car accident led her to take the courageous steps into living her authentic life yet.  She also shares pieces of her journey through divorce...

Brian Levenson: Exploring Performance through Mindset Shifts

December 14, 2021 10:00 - 1 hour - 58.1 MB

My conversation today is with Brian Levenson, the founder of Strong Skills and author of the book, Shift Your Mind. Brian and his team at Strong Skills  provide executive coaching and mental performance coaching, speaking and consulting to elite organizations, performers and leaders.  He has been fortunate to work with CEO’s, professional athletes and with teams in the NBA, NHL, and MLS, Division 1 athletic departments, the Federal Reserve, the Department of Homeland Security, Hilton, Youn...

Exploring Performance with Brian Levenson, Founder of Strong Skills & Author of Shift Your Mind

December 14, 2021 10:00 - 1 hour - 58.1 MB

My conversation today is with Brian Levenson, the founder of Strong Skills and author of the book, Shift Your Mind. Brian and his team at Strong Skills  provide executive coaching and mental performance coaching, speaking and consulting to elite organizations, performers and leaders.  He has been fortunate to work with CEO’s, professional athletes and with teams in the NBA, NHL, and MLS, Division 1 athletic departments, the Federal Reserve, the Department of Homeland Security, Hilton, Youn...

Conversation with Brian Levenson, Founder of Strong Skills & Author of Shift Your Mind

December 14, 2021 10:00 - 1 hour - 58.1 MB

My conversation today is with Brian Levenson, the founder of Strong Skills and author of the book, Shift Your Mind. Brian and his team at Strong Skills  provide executive coaching and mental performance coaching, speaking and consulting to elite organizations, performers and leaders.  He has been fortunate to work with CEO’s, professional athletes and with teams in the NBA, NHL, and MLS, Division 1 athletic departments, the Federal Reserve, the Department of Homeland Security, Hilton, Youn...

The Powerful Impact of EMDR Therapy with Russ Watts

December 10, 2021 14:00 - 1 hour - 52.5 MB

Russ Watts joins me again today as we discuss our personal journeys and experiences with EMDR -- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing.  EMDR is known as an effective treatment for PTSD.  What Russ and I have both learned, however, is that there are significant benefits to be gained from Reprocessing even seemingly insignificant memories from earlier in life. We are not therapists, psychologists, or academicians.  We simply want to share our own stories and hope that others will b...

Russ Watts: The Powerful Impact of EMDR Therapy

December 10, 2021 14:00 - 1 hour - 52.5 MB

Russ Watts joins me again today as we discuss our personal journeys and experiences with EMDR -- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing.  EMDR is known as an effective treatment for PTSD.  What Russ and I have both learned, however, is that there are significant benefits to be gained from Reprocessing even seemingly insignificant memories from earlier in life. We are not therapists, psychologists, or academicians.  We simply want to share our own stories and hope that others will b...

Russ Watts Returns for a Conversation about EMDR

December 10, 2021 14:00 - 1 hour - 52.5 MB

Russ Watts joins me again today as we discuss our personal journeys and experiences with EMDR -- Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing.  EMDR is known as an effective treatment for PTSD.  What Russ and I have both learned, however, is that there are significant benefits to be gained from Reprocessing even seemingly insignificant memories from earlier in life. We are not therapists, psychologists, or academicians.  We simply want to share our own stories and hope that others will b...

Make the end of 2021 less difficult!

December 07, 2021 06:00 - 25 minutes - 17.2 MB

Before closing the door on 2021, I like to reflect on the year.  I've developed a four-step reflection process and I share that in today's podcast. The steps: Acknowledge you regrets Identify ONE thing you're proud of accomplishing Shift your focus to PROGRESS, not perfection Be kind to yourself! Listen to the full podcast for examples and explanations of how this process helps gracefully close out the year and prepares you for starting 2022! www.makelifelessdifficult.com Make Life L...

Instructions for Living a Life... Reflections on Telling Stories

November 30, 2021 08:00 - 16 minutes - 11.1 MB

Many times when I talk about stories, people say to me, "I don't have a story to tell."  My response is, "You don't have A story to tell, you have a MULTITUDE of stories to tell!!" Every single human has amazing stories.  You may not think so (about yourself), but I promise, it's true!  You may not realize how amazing your stories are because you are living in them.  Sharing them with others may help you realize that others will be amazing and inspired and even in awe of you. Poem: Instr...

Everyone has a story to tell! (Yes, even you!!)

November 30, 2021 08:00 - 16 minutes - 11.1 MB

Many times when I talk about stories, people say to me, "I don't have a story to tell."  My response is, "You don't have A story to tell, you have a MULTITUDE of stories to tell!!" Every single human has amazing stories.  You may not think so (about yourself), but I promise, it's true!  You may not realize how amazing your stories are because you are living in them.  Sharing them with others may help you realize that others will be amazing and inspired and even in awe of you. Poem: Instr...

EVERYONE has a Story! New Perspectives for Sharing Yours

November 30, 2021 08:00 - 16 minutes - 11.1 MB

Many times when I talk about stories, people say to me, "I don't have a story to tell."  My response is, "You don't have A story to tell, you have a MULTITUDE of stories to tell!!" Every single human has amazing stories.  You may not think so (about yourself), but I promise, it's true!  You may not realize how amazing your stories are because you are living in them.  Sharing them with others may help you realize that others will be amazing and inspired and even in awe of you. Poem: Instr...

Conversation with Matthew Thomas-Malani - Challenges of Coming Out

November 23, 2021 06:00 - 1 hour - 44.5 MB

My guest today is Matthew Thomas-Malani.  Matt and I went to high school together and reconnected a few years ago on Facebook when I shared a recommendation for the movie, Boy Erased, staring Lucas Hedges. Matt and I both grew up in religious communities that taught being gay was  wrong -- a sin.  As I have declared I no longer subscribe to those teachings, I've had people from that community respond quite harshly and critically.  Imagine how much more difficult it is for someone to come ...

Challenges of Coming Out in Religious Spaces with Matthew Thomas-Malani

November 23, 2021 06:00 - 1 hour - 44.5 MB

My guest today is Matthew Thomas-Malani.  Matt and I went to high school together and reconnected a few years ago on Facebook when I shared a recommendation for the movie, Boy Erased, staring Lucas Hedges. Matt and I both grew up in religious communities that taught being gay was  wrong -- a sin.  As I have declared I no longer subscribe to those teachings, I've had people from that community respond quite harshly and critically.  Imagine how much more difficult it is for someone to come ...

Matthew Thomas-Malani: Challenges of Coming Out in Religious Spaces

November 23, 2021 06:00 - 1 hour - 44.5 MB

My guest today is Matthew Thomas-Malani.  Matt and I went to high school together and reconnected a few years ago on Facebook when I shared a recommendation for the movie, Boy Erased, staring Lucas Hedges. Matt and I both grew up in religious communities that taught being gay was  wrong -- a sin.  As I have declared I no longer subscribe to those teachings, I've had people from that community respond quite harshly and critically.  Imagine how much more difficult it is for someone to come ...

Rashmi Zimburg: Choosing Health

November 19, 2021 06:00 - 1 hour - 42.3 MB

My guest today is Rashmi Zimburg. Rashmi is a Certified Integrative Nutrition Health Coach.  Drawing on her education and experience, Rashmi helps her clients make lifestyle changes and choose health-promoting ways that produce real and lasting results.  Rashmi shares pieces of her story from growing up in India, moving to the USA for university, working in NYC, and moving around the world with her husband who is a diplomat and their two children. Her story is woven with wisdom, authenti...

Rashmi Zimburg: Choosing Health

November 19, 2021 06:00 - 1 hour - 42.3 MB

My guest today is Rashmi Zimburg. Rashmi is a Certified Integrative Nutrition Health Coach.  Drawing on her education and experience, Rashmi helps her clients make lifestyle changes and choose health-promoting ways that produce real and lasting results.  Rashmi shares pieces of her story from growing up in India, moving to the USA for university, working in NYC, and moving around the world with her husband who is a diplomat and their two children. Her story is woven with wisdom, authenti...

Conversation with Rashmi Zimburg, Certified Integrative Nutrition Health Coach

November 19, 2021 06:00 - 1 hour - 42.3 MB

My guest today is Rashmi Zimburg. Rashmi is a Certified Integrative Nutrition Health Coach.  Drawing on her education and experience, Rashmi helps her clients make lifestyle changes and choose health-promoting ways that produce real and lasting results.  Rashmi shares pieces of her story from growing gup[ in India, moving to the USA for university, working in NYC, and moving around the world with her husband who is a diplomat and their two children. Her story is woven with wisdom, authen...

Choosing Health with Rashmi Zimburg, Certified Integrative Nutrition Health Coach

November 19, 2021 06:00 - 1 hour - 42.3 MB

My guest today is Rashmi Zimburg. Rashmi is a Certified Integrative Nutrition Health Coach.  Drawing on her education and experience, Rashmi helps her clients make lifestyle changes and choose health-promoting ways that produce real and lasting results.  Rashmi shares pieces of her story from growing up in India, moving to the USA for university, working in NYC, and moving around the world with her husband who is a diplomat and their two children. Her story is woven with wisdom, authenti...

The Courage to Keep Learning & Growing with Jennifer Adams Murtaugh

November 16, 2021 22:00 - 57 minutes - 39.7 MB

My guest today is Jennifer Adams Murtaugh. Jen and I went to high school together and reconnected a few years ago, both amazed at the crazy, difficult experiences life tossed our way since becoming adults. Today, Jen is happily married to Jonathan and lives in southern California.  But it's been a long and at times extremely difficult journey that has led to this point. Please note, in this conversation we touch on topics of abuse, rape, and sex.  We ask for your to care for yourself firs...

Conversation with Jennifer Adams Murtaugh on the Courage to Keep Learning & Growing

November 16, 2021 22:00 - 57 minutes - 39.7 MB

My guest today is Jennifer Adams Murtaugh. Jen and I went to high school together and reconnected a few years ago, both amazed at the crazy, difficult experiences life tossed our way since becoming adults. Today, Jen is happily married to Jonathan and lives in southern California.  But it's been a long and at times extremely difficult journey that has led to this point. Please note, in this conversation we touch on topics of abuse, rape, and sex.  We ask for your to care for yourself firs...

Jennifer Adams Murtaugh: The Courage to Keep Learning & Growing

November 16, 2021 22:00 - 57 minutes - 39.7 MB

My guest today is Jennifer Adams Murtaugh. Jen and I went to high school together and reconnected a few years ago, both amazed at the crazy, difficult experiences life tossed our way since becoming adults. Today, Jen is happily married to Jonathan and lives in southern California.  But it's been a long and at times extremely difficult journey that has led to this point. Please note, in this conversation we touch on topics of abuse, rape, and sex.  We ask for your to care for yourself firs...

Jennifer Adams Murtaugh: The Courage to Keep Learning & Growing

November 16, 2021 22:00 - 57 minutes - 39.7 MB

My guest today is Jennifer Adams Murtaugh. Jen and I went to high school together and reconnected a few years ago, both amazed at the crazy, difficult experiences life tossed our way since becoming adults. Today, Jen is happily married to Jonathan and lives in southern California.  But it's been a long and at times extremely difficult journey that has led to this point. Please note, in this conversation we touch on topics of abuse, rape, and sex.  We ask for your to care for yourself firs...

Paula Widerlite: Why Titles don't Tell us Anything about Someone's Journey

November 12, 2021 04:00 - 59 minutes - 40.9 MB

My guest today is Paula Widerlite.  Her story reminds us that we never know what someone has been through on their journey to success.  You can't judge a book by its cover... and you can't know people by their titles. Paula  is the former Chief Strategy Officer of Luminis Health, a $1.2 B not-for-profit integrated health system. Prior to that, she was the Vice President of System Strategy for 22 years at Adventist HealthCare headquartered in Gaithersburg, Maryland. She has led countless st...

Conversation with Paula Widerlite, Strategy Advisor & Leadership Coach

November 12, 2021 04:00 - 59 minutes - 40.9 MB

My guest today is Paula Widerlite.  Her story reminds us that we never know what someone has been through on their journey to success.  You can't judge a book by its cover... and you can't know people by their titles.  Paula  is the former Chief Strategy Officer of Luminis Health, a $1.2 B not-for-profit integrated health system. Prior to that, she was the Vice President of System Strategy for 22 years at Adventist HealthCare headquartered in Gaithersburg, Maryland. She has led countless st...

Why Titles don't Tell us Anything about Someone's Journey with Paula Widerlite, Strategy Advisor & Leadership Coach

November 12, 2021 04:00 - 59 minutes - 40.9 MB

My guest today is Paula Widerlite.  Her story reminds us that we never know what someone has been through on their journey to success.  You can't judge a book by its cover... and you can't know people by their titles. Paula  is the former Chief Strategy Officer of Luminis Health, a $1.2 B not-for-profit integrated health system. Prior to that, she was the Vice President of System Strategy for 22 years at Adventist HealthCare headquartered in Gaithersburg, Maryland. She has led countless st...

Creating Alignment Inside & Out with Matthew Gamble, Inner Alignment Coach

November 09, 2021 06:00 - 1 hour - 64.1 MB

My guest today is Matthew Gamble.  Matthew is an Inner Alignment Coach.  He holds a doctorate degree in Transformational Leadership and is passionate about helping others find spiritual alignment. Matthew and I met around 2007/2008 when we were both working as pastors.  We pop into each other's lives every few years and it's always fascinating to see how life unfolds for both of us.  In our conversation, Matthew shares pieces of his story into and then out of the traditional religious s...

Conversation with Matthew Gamble, Inner Alignment Coach

November 09, 2021 06:00 - 1 hour - 64.1 MB

My guest today is Matthew Gamble.  Matthew is an Inner Alignment Coach.  He holds a doctorate degree in Transformational Leadership and is passionate about helping others find spiritual alignment. Matthew and I met around 2007/2008 when we were both working as pastors.  We pop into each other's lives every few years and it's always fascinating to see how life unfolds for both of us.  In our conversation, Matthew shares pieces of his story into and then out of the traditional religious s...

Matthew Gamble: Creating Alignment Inside & Out

November 09, 2021 06:00 - 1 hour - 64.1 MB

My guest today is Matthew Gamble.  Matthew is an Inner Alignment Coach.  He holds a doctorate degree in Transformational Leadership and is passionate about helping others find spiritual alignment. Matthew and I met around 2007/2008 when we were both working as pastors.  We pop into each other's lives every few years and it's always fascinating to see how life unfolds for both of us.  In our conversation, Matthew shares pieces of his story into and then out of the traditional religious s...

Conversation with Julie Salganik - Reflections on Immigration and Storytelling

November 02, 2021 09:00 - 1 hour - 62.9 MB

My guest today is Julie Salganik of Avance Global Consulting.  In our conversation Julie shares parts of her story of immigration from the prior Soviet Union to the United States of America when she was four years old.  She shares how that journey shaped her and her work, the generational differences in the immigration experience, and the deep impact of stories -- both the traditional unchanging stories of her family and the changing stories of growth and becoming.  Julie has spent over ...

Julie Salganik: Reflections on Immigration and Storytelling

November 02, 2021 09:00 - 1 hour - 62.9 MB

My guest today is Julie Salganik of Avance Global Consulting.  In our conversation Julie shares parts of her story of immigration from the prior Soviet Union to the United States of America when she was four years old.  She shares how that journey shaped her and her work, the generational differences in the immigration experience, and the deep impact of stories -- both the traditional unchanging stories of her family and the changing stories of growth and becoming.  Julie has spent over ...

Reflections on Immigration and Storytelling with Julie Salganik

November 02, 2021 09:00 - 1 hour - 62.9 MB

My guest today is Julie Salganik of Avance Global Consulting.  In our conversation Julie shares parts of her story of immigration from the prior Soviet Union to the United States of America when she was four years old.  She shares how that journey shaped her and her work, the generational differences in the immigration experience, and the deep impact of stories -- both the traditional unchanging stories of her family and the changing stories of growth and becoming.  Julie has spent over ...

Arianne Rice: We are People, not Problems

October 29, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 52.9 MB

My guest today is Arianne Rice. Arianne is an Episcopal priest, Certified Daring Way Facilitator, and Leadership Coach. She tells me she used to live by the mantra "You are always the problem you are trying to solve." Then she decided she was a person, not a problem. Now she supports herself and others by cultivating and enriching our capacities to "Love who you are and who you are becoming." She does this as the pastoral leader in a worshipping congregation, as a facilitator of The Darin...

Conversation with Arianne Rice, Episcopal Priest & Daring Way™ Facilitator

October 29, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 52.9 MB

My guest today is Arianne Rice. Arianne is an Episcopal priest, Certified Daring Way Facilitator, and Leadership Coach. She tells me she used to live by the mantra "You are always the problem you are trying to solve." Then she decided she was a person, not a problem. Now she supports herself and others by cultivating and enriching our capacities to "Love who you are and who you are becoming." She does this as the pastoral leader in a worshipping congregation, as a facilitator of The Darin...

Making Conflict Less Difficult (Even for Avoiders!)

October 26, 2021 05:00 - 45 minutes - 30.9 MB

What comes to mind for you when you hear the word, Conflict? For many, it's things like: avoid, fear, stress, war, anxiety, arguments, etc.  A few think about some positive aspects like resolutions, problem solving, innovation. No matter what your perspective on conflict, this episode can help you use your go-to response effectively plus learn to stretch into new ways of responding to conflicts. Exploring the Thomas-Kilmann Model of Conflict Management, Lisa shares discoveries of her own ...

Anna Sparks: "Professional Troublemaker" reflections

October 22, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 43.4 MB

Today I talk with Anna Sparks about the book, Professional Troublemaker:The Fear-Fighter Manual by Luvvie Ajayi Jones. I love reading and I love discussing the books I'm reading and hearing what others think.  So, when I told Anna about my idea of including conversations about books on my podcast, she volunteered and suggested this book. In addition to discussing Professional Troublemaker, there are a number of other books mentioned.  They're listed here: The Gifts of Imperfection by Bren...

"Professional Troublemaker" reflections with Anna Sparks

October 22, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 43.4 MB

Today I talk with Anna Sparks about the book, Professional Troublemaker:The Fear-Fighter Manual by Luvvie Ajayi Jones. I love reading and I love discussing the books I'm reading and hearing what others think.  So, when I told Anna about my idea of including conversations about books on my podcast, she volunteered and suggested this book. In addition to discussing Professional Troublemaker, there are a number of other books mentioned.  They're listed here: The Gifts of Imperfection by Bren...

Kelly Kienzle: Self-Care Through Loss & Challenge

October 19, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 44.1 MB

My conversation today is with Kelly Kienzle, the founder of Open Circle Coaching.  Kelly shares pieces of her journey including the loss of her father in the midst of COVID, the deep challenges that exist within long term healthy relationships, and learning to be fully present with herself and be attentive to her own self-care so she can truly be there for others. Kelly  provides leadership coaching and facilitation to individuals and teams to improve organizational performance.  She believ...

Conversation with Kelly Kienzle of Open Circle Coaching

October 19, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 44.1 MB

My conversation today is with Kelly Kienzle, the founder of Open Circle Coaching.  Kelly shares pieces of her journey including the loss of her father in the midst of COVID, the deep challenges that exist within long term healthy relationships, and learning to be fully present with herself and be attentive to her own self-care so she can truly be there for others. Kelly  provides leadership coaching and facilitation to individuals and teams to improve organizational performance.  She believ...

Conversation with Shannon Cochran-Yzquierdo of Coaching Courage

October 15, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 45.9 MB

“There is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside you.” – Maya Angelou (from Shannon's website) My guest today is Shannon Cochran-Yzquierdo of  Coaching Courage.  Coaching Courage works with leaders, teams, and organizations to reframe the way they see themselves.  Its services include leadership, career, & mentor coaching, strategic communications consulting, facilitation, and motivational speaking. Shannon is passionate about inspiring and motivating leaders to embrace thei...

Conversation with Shannon Cochran-Yzquierdo of Courage Coaching

October 15, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 45.9 MB

“There is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside you.” – Maya Angelou (from Shannon's website) My guest today is Shannon Cochran-Yzquierdo of  Coaching Courage.  Coaching Courage works with leaders, teams, and organizations to reframe the way they see themselves.  Its services include leadership, career, & mentor coaching, strategic communications consulting, facilitation, and motivational speaking. Shannon is passionate about inspiring and motivating leaders to embrace thei...

The Courage of Authenticity and Coming Out with Shannon Cochran-Yzquierdo of Coaching Courage

October 15, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 45.9 MB

“There is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside you.” – Maya Angelou (from Shannon's website) My guest today is Shannon Cochran-Yzquierdo of  Coaching Courage.  Coaching Courage works with leaders, teams, and organizations to reframe the way they see themselves.  Its services include leadership, career, & mentor coaching, strategic communications consulting, facilitation, and motivational speaking. Shannon is passionate about inspiring and motivating leaders to embrace thei...

Shannon Cochran-Yzquierdo: The Courage of Authenticity and Coming Out

October 15, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 45.9 MB

“There is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside you.” – Maya Angelou (from Shannon's website) My guest today is Shannon Cochran-Yzquierdo of  Coaching Courage.  Coaching Courage works with leaders, teams, and organizations to reframe the way they see themselves.  Its services include leadership, career, & mentor coaching, strategic communications consulting, facilitation, and motivational speaking. Shannon is passionate about inspiring and motivating leaders to embrace thei...

Darcie Milazzo: Transformation and Healing through Storytelling

October 12, 2021 05:00 - 57 minutes - 39.6 MB

My guest today is Darcie Milazzo, Founder of the Penn Cannon Group, an Executive Coach, and an Agent of Transformation. Darcie Milazzo is dedicated to developing leaders with a commitment to make a positive difference in the world.  As a coach, consultant and higher education executive, she supports higher education institutions, its innovators and creatives in the successful pursuit of game-changing initiatives. Darcie has served as the Associate Dean for Strategic Initiatives at Georgeto...

Conversation with Darcie Milazzo, Agent of Transformation

October 12, 2021 05:00 - 57 minutes - 39.6 MB

My guest today is Darcie Milazzo, Founder of the Penn Cannon Group, an Executive Coach, and an Agent of Transformation. Darcie Milazzo is dedicated to developing leaders with a commitment to make a positive difference in the world.  As a coach, consultant and higher education executive, she supports higher education institutions, its innovators and creatives in the successful pursuit of game-changing initiatives. Darcie has served as the Associate Dean for Strategic Initiatives at Georgeto...

The Surprising and Powerful Impact of Self-Compassion

October 08, 2021 05:00 - 37 minutes - 25.7 MB

In this episode I share about my journey of learning about self-compassion.  Beginning to practice self-compassion has changed my life more than all the other self-help books, seminars, conferences, and workshops I've attended (and there have been a lot!).   I share two main ideas: Introduce the idea of self-compassion and how it can help us be more compassionate with others. Share a strategy combining self-compassion and minimalism to make lasting change. Compassion: literally means “to...

A Journey of Loss and Complexity with Wellness & Parenting Coach, Susie Csorsz Brown

October 05, 2021 05:00 - 58 minutes - 40.4 MB

Susie Csorsz Brown is my guest today.  Susie and I met in Colombo, Sri Lanka, where we both live as part of the US Foreign Service Community. Susie, a Parent and Wellness Coach, has a wealth of knowledge and experience  helping families focus on healthy living and managing transitions.  In addition,  she's got expertise in moving around the world, handling medical emergencies and advocacy situations for her family, plus the challenges that are innate to repeated international moves with kid...

Susie Csorsz Brown: A Journey of Loss and Complexity

October 05, 2021 05:00 - 58 minutes - 40.4 MB

Susie Csorsz Brown is my guest today.  Susie and I met in Colombo, Sri Lanka, where we both live as part of the US Foreign Service Community. Susie, a Parent and Wellness Coach, has a wealth of knowledge and experience  helping families focus on healthy living and managing transitions.  In addition,  she's got expertise in moving around the world, handling medical emergencies and advocacy situations for her family, plus the challenges that are innate to repeated international moves with kid...

Conversation with Wellness & Parenting Coach, Susie Csorsz Brown

October 05, 2021 05:00 - 58 minutes - 40.5 MB

Susie Csorsz Brown is my guest today.  Susie and I met in Colombo, Sri Lanka, where we both live as part of the US Foreign Service Community. Susie, a Parent and Wellness Coach, has a wealth of knowledge and experience  helping families focus on healthy living and managing transitions.  In addition,  she's got expertise in moving around the world, handling medical emergencies and advocacy situations for her family, plus the challenges that are innate to repeated international moves with kid...

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