The Heather Bonham Show
143 episodes - English - Latest episode: 6 months ago - ★★★★★ - 2 ratingsWelcome! It's a great time to start on your Next Big Thing! Whether that's a career change, a creative pursuit, or simply a new perspective, this is the place for you.
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141 - Get Some Rest
November 01, 2023 21:37 - 31 minutes - 29.4 MB--- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/heatherbonham/message
The Heather Bonham Show - 140 - What do you say "YES" to?
October 26, 2023 02:39 - 22 minutes - 21.1 MB140 - What do you say “YES” to? Mentioned: 100 - How to Know Your Real Priorities Most Popular Episode: 123 - Real Self Care Recommended Episode: 033 - Thanksgiving “Rules”? Make sure you sign up for the email list for more details, or just to know about upcoming episodes. Don't miss a thing - stay in the Loop! Just click here to add your email! My other, short series podcast (30 daily episodes) for all of the creatives out there, The Inner Creative --- Send in a voice mes...
The Heather Bonham Show - 139 - Dreamers vs Doers
October 20, 2023 10:34 - 20 minutes - 19.4 MBAre you a dreamer, or a doer? My Top Episode: 123 - Real Self Care https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/heatherbonham/episodes/Midlife-Best-123---Real-Self-Care-em6quq My Current Recommended Episode: 033 - Thanksgiving “Rules”? https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/heatherbonham/episodes/The-Learning-Coach-033---Thanksgiving-Rules-e2kf95 The Inner Creative (Podcast) - My short series podcast (30 daily episodes) for creatives: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the...
The Heather Bonham Show - 138 - Improve Your Emails
October 11, 2023 01:32 - 28 minutes - 26.5 MB138 - Email isn’t going away! It’s a communication tool, so make peace with it and learn to use it more effectively. My Top Episode: 123 - Real Self Care https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/heatherbonham/episodes/Midlife-Best-123---Real-Self-Care-em6quq My Current Recommended Episode: 033 - Thanksgiving “Rules”? https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/heatherbonham/episodes/The-Learning-Coach-033---Thanksgiving-Rules-e2kf95 The Inner Creative (Podcast) - My short series podcas...
The Heather Bonham Show - 137 - What are you tracking?
October 05, 2023 00:24 - 22 minutes - 20.7 MB137 - What are you tracking? It’s free, you can start immediately, and it’s proven to work! Today's Mentions: Full Focus https://fullfocus.co/ "Goals Research Summary" (Dominican University, Professor Gail Matthews) https://www.dominican.edu/sites/default/files/2020-02/gailmatthews-harvard-goals-researchsummary.pdf Frequently monitoring progress toward goals increases chance of success (American Psychological Association Meta-Analysis) https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2015/10...
The Heather Bonham Show - 136 - The Pre-Pre-Christmas Episode
September 28, 2023 23:28 - 23 minutes - 22.2 MBThree months until Christmas! That's a long time ... or is it? In today's show, I share three ways to have less-stressful holidays, and yes, you can (and maybe even should) begin today. Links to Previous Episodes: Top Episode: 123 - Real Self Care https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/heatherbonham/episodes/Midlife-Best-123---Real-Self-Care-em6quq Mentioned: 033 - Thanksgiving “Rules”? https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/heatherbonham/episodes/The-Learning-Coach-033---Thanksgivi...
The Heather Bonham Show - 135 - The Stories We Tell Ourselves
September 21, 2023 00:26 - 19 minutes - 18.1 MBWe all tell ourselves stories, to our benefit or to our detriment. We can tell the truth and yet still have a choice as to how we want to narrate the little stories that construct the larger story of our life. Stay in the loop! Just click here to add your email. (Yes, the email service has a weird URL. No idea.): https://fragrant-smoke-4972.ck.page/f173517840 Links: The Inner Creative (Podcast) - My short series podcast (30 daily episodes) for creatives: https://pod...
The Heather Bonham Show - 134 (Two Free and Simple Productivity Hacks)
September 14, 2023 01:57 - 23 minutes - 21.3 MBTwo free and simple techniques to help you get unstuck, increase your productivity, and decrease your stress level. Don't think it will work? Give them a try for a week and let me know how it goes! (And I am at work on a new project that will help!) Stay in the loop! Just click here to add your email. (Yes, the email service has a weird URL. No idea.): https://fragrant-smoke-4972.ck.page/f173517840 Links: Focus at Will: https://www.focusatwill.com/ "Getting Things Done" b...
The Heather Bonham Show - 133 (A Bouquet of Newly Sharpened Pencils)
September 07, 2023 01:57 - 17 minutes - 16.1 MBIt's the Back-to-School episode! Stay in the loop! Just click here to add your email. (Yes, the email service has a weird URL. No idea.): https://fragrant-smoke-4972.ck.page/f173517840 Links: "All I Really Need to Know I Learned in Kindergarten" by Robert Fulghum: https://a.co/d/iLmXom8 "You've Got Mail" (1998 - I thought it was from the 80s!) https://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detail/B001N3LLH4/ref=atv_dp_share_cu_r The Inner Creative (Podcast) - My short series podcast...
132 - The Heather Bonham Show (How to Draw a Line in the Sand)
August 30, 2023 20:55 - 30 minutes - 28.1 MBHow to draw a line in the sand. - 3 step series of decisions (clear and simple) - The importance of your WHY Interested in personal coaching or in joining a new creative cohort (group coaching) this fall? Make sure you sign up for the email list for more details, or just to know about upcoming episodes. Don't miss a thing - stay in the Loop! Just click here to add your email (yes, the email service has a weird URL): https://fragrant-smoke-4972.ck.page/f173517840 Links from p...
131 - The Heather Bonham Show
August 23, 2023 03:41 - 24 minutes - 22.5 MBTwo reasons you might be stuck creatively - and how to get unstuck! Interested in personal coaching or a new creative cohort? Make sure you sign up for the email list for more details! Stay in the Loop! Email sign-up here (yes, the email service has a weird URL): https://fragrant-smoke-4972.ck.page/f173517840 Links from previous episode: My 2020 short series podcast (30 daily episodes), The Inner Creative: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theinnercreative Link to the bo...
130 - The Heather Bonham Show
August 23, 2023 03:35 - 50 minutes - 46.7 MBCreative process update! Writing, of course. How do we find the time? The motivation? (And we all have help around the house, did you know?!?!) My 2020 short series podcast (30 daily episodes), The Inner Creative: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theinnercreative Link to the book, "How to Live on 24 Hours a Day," by Arnold Bennett (Audible version): https://a.co/d/7g7sJXN Link to the book, "Wake Up and Live!" by Dorothea Brande: https://a.co/d/2eAyaSo Link to the book, "The Ar...
129 - The Heather Bonham Show
August 23, 2023 03:13 - 32 minutes - 30.3 MBTime and time again, I've seen it ... people who are struggling with invisible chains that need to be released. Do you bloom where you are planted? You should! However, I have realized that plants do not all bloom in the same soil! Link to the Zig Ziglar video discussed in this episode (a must watch and well worth your time!): https://youtu.be/0Nn5J_2K5ZA Stay in the Loop! Email sign-up here (yes, the email service has a weird URL): https://fragrant-smoke-4972.ck.page/f173517840 --...
128 - The Heather Bonham Show
August 23, 2023 03:02 - 52 minutes - 48.2 MBPerfectionism - continuing the series. You must manage tendencies you have toward perfectionism, and you can learn to let go, before it affects your work as well as your relationships. (And you are always in a relationship, including with yourself and your Creator!) Grace is a beautiful thing. Stay in the Loop! Email sign-up here (yes, the email service has a weird URL): https://fragrant-smoke-4972.ck.page/f173517840 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show...
127 - The Heather Bonham Show - Anti-Perfectionism (part 2)
January 29, 2023 21:03 - 37 minutes - 34.6 MBYOU are one of your “loved ones!” Mentioned: FlyLady’s “Sink Reflections” and her stained glass intentional imperfections. Working out at Orangetheory Fitness is hard, but so far, it’s manageable. Go watch the 1965 pilot episode of “I Dream of Jeannie.” Then go watch, “What About Bob?” --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/heatherbonham/message
126 - The Heather Bonham Show
January 02, 2023 21:34 - 30 minutes - 28.2 MBHappy New Year 2023! Beat perfectionism by adjusting your mindset to be successful in the real world. Do you make resolutions or goals? The way to go is to set goals based on realistic progress steps. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/heatherbonham/message
125 - The Heather Bonham Show
January 02, 2023 21:34 - 30 minutes - 28 MBUpdates and coaching. Lots of recommended resources! (High value for low cost or even free!) --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/heatherbonham/message
124 - In Your Heart of Hearts (You already know a thing or two.)
September 01, 2022 00:22 - 13 minutes - 12 MBYou already know enough to take a step in the right direction. Remember to ask: “What does this make possible?” Referenced in this episode - Episode 100: https://anchor.fm/heatherbonham/episodes/Midlife-Best-100---How-to-Know-Your-Real-Priorities-eauk3b --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/heatherbonham/message
Midlife Best 123 - Real Self Care
July 21, 2021 20:57 - 20 minutes - 18.6 MBSelf care has become a trendy phrase-of-the-moment. It’s important, but I think we’ve lost sight of what it really means to take care of one’s self, and why we need to ensure that we do so. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/heatherbonham/message
Midlife Best 122 - Checking In
November 07, 2020 22:34 - 31 minutes - 29.3 MBChecking in, the state of education, and upcoming holidays. Referenced - Episode 33 - Thanksgiving “Rules” --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/heatherbonham/message
Midlife Best 121 - Updates and Feelings
October 15, 2020 14:49 - 23 minutes - 22.1 MBWhat I’ve been up to since my last episode, and the importance of acknowledging our own feelings. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/heatherbonham/message
Midlife Best 120 - New Project!
August 31, 2020 23:46 - 33 minutes - 30.6 MBI have a 30 Day (at least) new project! It's called "The Inner Creative." Here is the link for the new blog: https://bonhamheather.wixsite.com/theinnercreative You can find all of the new blog posts there. The podcast RSS feed is now up and running on that site, so the podcast episodes will be available there as soon as they are published. If you want to find them in your favorite podcast player, the distribution takes a little time, but it should show up any day. Just search f...
Midlife Best 119 - A Marathon in a Week
August 12, 2020 20:18 - 26 minutes - 24.9 MBI had a crazy idea - and I tried it! I decided to walk a marathon, but not all at once. Did it work? What did I expect to happen (and what results did I get)? Would I do it again? Find out all about it in this week’s episode. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/heatherbonham/message
Midlife Best 118 - Day Jobs and Dreams
August 07, 2020 02:31 - 26 minutes - 25 MBMy upcoming book is all about day jobs and dreams. They are not incompatible. In fact, you may find them working together to give you a well-rounded life. What’s your Next Big Thing? --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/heatherbonham/message
Midlife Best 117 - Big Changes for 2 Dollars? (It's NOT about the money!)
July 30, 2020 02:01 - 56 minutes - 51.8 MBChange your life for cheap - this episode will tell you how. (And the FREE mini-course available on my website, www.MidlifeBest.com, is a great complement to this episode!) You can spend $2 or less, and make significant improvements in your personal life, your career or business, your relationships, your faith, your health, your finances ... in other words, any area. It does not take much (if any) money, but it does take some effort. I share my tried-and-true recommended resources in this e...
Midlife Best 116 - Unleash Your Creativity Today
July 23, 2020 01:53 - 22 minutes - 20.7 MBWhat’s your creative outlet? Do you need to get unstuck? There is a very cheap and easy way to unleash your creativity, and you can start today. Today's podcast will remind you that you are a creative person, made in the image of a Creator. You may have forgotten what you enjoy creating, or (more likely), you've spent a long time being "too busy" to create. That excuse isn't good enough anymore. When should you start creating? The time is now. Move physically to jump-start your creat...
Midlife Best 116 - Get “Unstuck” Fast! Unleash Your Creativity Today
July 23, 2020 01:53 - 22 minutes - 20.7 MBWhat’s your creative outlet? Do you need to get unstuck? There is a very cheap and easy way to unleash your creativity, and you can start today. Today's podcast will remind you that you are a creative person, made in the image of a Creator. You may have forgotten what you enjoy creating, or (more likely), you've spent a long time being "too busy" to create. That excuse isn't good enough anymore. When should you start creating? The time is now. Move physically to jump-start your creativi...
Midlife Best 115 - A vital step for your well-being
July 16, 2020 02:44 - 22 minutes - 20.7 MBYou cannot be at your best when you are filled with fear and stress. You must look out for your own well-being during these times. You can guard yourself by curating the content that you read and listen to - and I have some great suggestions. Check out the MidlifeBest website, Facebook page, YouTube channel, and connect on Twitter. Also, email me at [email protected]. Related episodes: 056 and 069 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/midlifebest/message
Midlife Best 115 - A Vital Step for Your Well-Being
July 16, 2020 02:44 - 22 minutes - 20.7 MBYou cannot be at your best when you are filled with fear and stress. You must look out for your own well-being during these times. You can guard yourself by curating the content that you read and listen to - and I have some great suggestions. Check out the MidlifeBest website, Facebook page, YouTube channel, and connect on Twitter. Also, email me at [email protected]. Related episodes: 056 and 069 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/heatherbonham/mes...
Midlife Best 114 - What’s going on with school & college for Fall 2020?
July 07, 2020 15:46 - 29 minutes - 27.6 MBI put on my educator hat, spend a little time in nature (bird squawking in the background!) and go back to this podcast’s roots, back when it was The Learning Coach. So - has education fallen apart? What happens in the fall? Is it worth it to pay $49,000 a year for virtual collegiate instruction? I’m a teacher and a parent - here are my thoughts. My first book, “Study Skills Survival Guide” is available on Amazon for just $2.99! https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07921JCSJ/ref=nodl_ --- Send in a...
Midlife Best 113 - Owning Your Decisions - and Birthdays
June 30, 2020 14:55 - 23 minutes - 21.7 MBWhen we take ownership of our decisions, big and small, we have more responsibility - but also, more power in our lives. Plus ... birthdays. AND - the updated website is up and running, with a free mini-course on the email sign-up on the Home Page. www.MidlifeBest.com --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/heatherbonham/message
Midlife Best 112 - Five Years Ago - Looking back and looking ahead.
June 17, 2020 04:02 - 30 minutes - 28 MBWhere were you in June 2015? Where do you plan to be in June 2025? A lot happens in five years. I reflect on some challenges and successes, and I encourage you to do the same. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/heatherbonham/message
Midlife Best 111 - Book Study - "Man's Search for Meaning" - Part Three: Decisions
June 17, 2020 04:01 - 24 minutes - 22.4 MBDo the mind and body work together? Are goals and hope truly necessary for us all? Can we make choices in ANY situation that are honorable and right? In this book study, we are looking at several themes from "Man's Search for Meaning," by Dr. Vikor Frankl. You can listen to them in any order! Episode 109 - Week One - Theme: Humanity Episode 110 - Week Two - Theme: Goals Episode 111 - Week Three - Theme: Decisions Dr. Viktor Fankl was a psychiatrist and also a survivor of Auschwi...
Midlife Best 110 - Book Study - "Man's Search for Meaning" - Part Two: Goals
June 17, 2020 03:57 - 28 minutes - 26.1 MBWe are studying the book, "Man's Search for Meaning," by Dr. Viktor Frankl. If you're new to the book study, welcome! You can jump in at any time, whether or not you've read the book yet! You don't even have to watch (or listen) to these episodes in order. Dr. Frankl's book should be required reading in high schools and colleges. Even though it was written in 1946 (and translated into English in 1959), it's amazingly relevant for today's world. This book contains timeless wisdom. This wee...
Midlife Best 109 - Book Study - Man's Search for Meaning, Part 1
May 29, 2020 01:28 - 39 minutes - 36.4 MBWe are studying the book, "Man's Search for Meaning," by Dr. Viktor Frankl. If you're new to the book study, welcome! You can jump in at any time, whether or not you've read the book yet! You don't even have to watch (or listen) to these episodes in order. Dr. Frankl's book should be required reading in high schools and colleges. Even though it was written in 1946 (and translated into English in 1959), it's amazingly relevant for today's world. This book contains timeless wisdom. T...
Midlife Best 108 - Dr. Viktor Frankl (New Book Study!)
May 15, 2020 02:49 - 12 minutes - 11.7 MBThe book study begins May 19th. Get your book now! "Man's Search for Meaning" by Viktor Frankl. This episode is an introduction to Dr. Frankl's background, his realizations and life lessons in a concentration camp, and 10 famous quotations. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/heatherbonham/message
Midlife Best 107 - Book Club Announcement
May 08, 2020 00:10 - 17 minutes - 16.4 MBGet your book now - the new series will start soon! It’s “Man’s Search for Meaning” by Viktor Frankl. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/heatherbonham/message
Midlife Best 106 - Here to stay!
April 24, 2020 22:37 - 21 minutes - 20.1 MBThe title says it all. Why? Listen in and I’ll explain. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/heatherbonham/message
Midlife Best 105 - Start a Podcast?
April 01, 2020 00:20 - 19 minutes - 18.1 MBThis episode was supposed to be about why you should start a podcast, but it ended up being mostly about why I have continued podcasting for nearly two years. Now it’s time for me to consider what’s next. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/heatherbonham/message
Midlife Best 104 - Now What?
March 20, 2020 01:00 - 30 minutes - 27.9 MBOnline school, staying home, and keeping the faith. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/heatherbonham/message
Midlife Best 103
March 13, 2020 01:33 - 18 minutes - 16.8 MBPublished 3/12/2020 --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/heatherbonham/message
Midlife Best 102 - Each Puzzle Piece Matters
March 05, 2020 02:29 - 12 minutes - 11.9 MBEducation is a roller coaster. I’m sure all helping professions can be like that. We have to remember that we can’t fix everything or heal every injury in the world, but then, we were never called to. Being a unique puzzle piece, and valuing yourself as an irreplaceable part of that puzzle, are enough. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/heatherbonham/message
Midlife Best 101 - To Be Young Again?
February 27, 2020 01:29 - 14 minutes - 13.9 MBThis week, I share my reflections on midlife and enjoying different stages of the career path. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/heatherbonham/message
Midlife Best 100 - How to Know Your Real Priorities
February 20, 2020 00:42 - 24 minutes - 23 MBYou’ve heard the question, “What do you love to do so much that you’d work for free?” I have a new perspective. Referenced in this podcast - Episode 038. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/heatherbonham/message
Midlife Best 099 - How and why to turn down job offers
February 13, 2020 00:59 - 31 minutes - 29.4 MBAre you job hunting? If so, you want lots of interviews and multiple offers. I’ve been there and had to make those tough decisions. I share the reasoning in this episode. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/heatherbonham/message
Midlife Best 098 - How to Win Friends (Part 4, Ch. 5-9)
February 07, 2020 01:18 - 36 minutes - 33.7 MBMidlife Best Book Club - We are wrapping up our study of "How to Win Friends and Influence People," by Dale Carnegie. - If you need to brush up on your leadership skills (and I think we all do), Carnegie has plenty of suggestions and tips. - Throughout this book study, we've been studying a diversified tool kit for working with people. Each of these tools may not work in every situation, but it's good to have them when you need them. - Whether or not you have employees, you do have infl...
Midlife Best 097 - How to Win Friends (Part 4, Ch. 1-4)
January 29, 2020 22:05 - 24 minutes - 22.6 MBMidlife Best We are reading "How to Win Friends and Influence People," by Dale Carnegie. - How can you find "fault" with someone else while still being kind and gentle? (Similar to the Praise Sandwich or Oreo Cookie Technique) - What is a less-critical way to criticize? (Hint: it takes some creativity but it might be worth a try in certain situations.) - How can you let others know that we're all human and we're all still learning? - What is an alternative to giving direct orders? (There'...
Midlife Best 096 - Stop Searching, Striving, and Stressing
January 29, 2020 00:46 - 24 minutes - 22.5 MBPart of uncovering your Next Big Thing is to turn down the outside noise and learn to focus on your own personal work. There are plenty of gurus and experts, but you have to guard your time, money and energy. You already have most of your answers. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/heatherbonham/message
Midlife Best 095 - How to Win Friends, Part 3 Ch. 9-12
January 22, 2020 21:58 - 36 minutes - 33.4 MBMidlife Best Book Club - How to Win Friends and Influence People, by Dale Carnegie Part 3 - How to Win People to Your Way of Thinking, Chapters 9-12 - What do people really want, and what will appeal to everyone you interact with? Hint: these techniques are simple, and free to give and receive. - What do movies and TV use every day (that you might want to try for yourself)? - What can you try when nothing else seems to be working (especially when you're trying to motivate others)? ---...
Midlife Best 094 - How to Win Friends (Part 3, Ch. 5-8)
January 16, 2020 01:53 - 38 minutes - 35.5 MBWhat did Socrates know that is so simple, yet extremely powerful, in dealing with people? How should you handle complaints in business? If you want cooperation from others, how should you start? What perspective should you be willing to take, if you want to make progress in your communication with others? Find out on this week's episode! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/heatherbonham/message