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Value of Intuition, Episode 41

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The Pull of The Familiar, Episode 40

Why is it that sometimes in the best of times, you feel anxious? Like the other shoe is going to drop any minute, and sure enough, something comes along to bump you out of your happiness bubble. How unfortunate! Especially since it doesn’t need to be this way. In this podcast you’ll learn how to keep that happiness going – on and on and on! Cause, why not? You certainly deserve it.

The Trap of Comparison, Episode 39

It’s tempting to compare yourself to others, you know, those slimmer-richer-happier-more successful others, yet whenever you do, you end up feeling awful about yourself. Lower than an earthworm, undeserving, miserable. That’s not a way to live! And certainly not a way to achieve your unique goals. In this podcast you’ll discover how to get past the trap of comparison and actually use comparison to your advantage. Yay!

The Truth, The Whole Truth, Episode 38

Why can some people express their disappointment, frustration or even anger with a loved one so easily, and yet confrontation is something that totally makes you cringe. You can’t go on like this, bottling up all your hurt and angry feelings, but what are you to do? Tune in to this podcast to find out a remarkably easy way to confront others appropriately and without cringing!

The Power of Expectation, Episode 37

Does it ever feel like you’re in a really bad movie, where no matter what you do, you end up in a sucky relationship? Over and over and over again? To where you want to give up on relationships forever. Yet you know you really want a good relationship, so what now? In this podcast, you’ll discover what’s holding you back and how to handle it so you can have that blissful relationship you dream of.        

The Power of Choice, Episode 36

You don’t think of yourself as an overly sensitive person, but heck! When people think your ideas are ridiculous or stupid or whatever, or when they don’t see the value of your work, your help, you get hurt or angry - sometimes both at the same time. Neither of which truly makes you feel better. There is a better way! In this podcast, you’ll learn the magic of choice, and how you can use it to restore your happiness and self-esteem.

The Power of ALL your Mind, Episode 35

Ever felt stuck, like you’re on a hamster wheel of never really getting ahead, whether it’s with finances, love, or just plain getting up in the world? Why is it that what you really really want always seems just out of reach? Are you that inept? No! In this podcast, find out how to get off that hamster wheel and into the land of “YAY!” in two easy steps.

The Force of Habit, Episode 34

Why is it you can’t seem to get any of your desired self-improvement goals going? Whether it’s losing weight, going to the gym, or getting to work on time, nothing you do seems to stick. Surely you’re not that bad a person! No, you’re not! You just haven’t discovered what this podcast offers, namely the secret of how to make your worthwhile self-improvement goals stick.  Tune in and find out!

The Fallacy of Control, Episode 33

Does it ever feel like your emotions are running the show? Like your anger, anxiety, depression have just taken over your whole being? How are you to get on with what needs to be done when you feel such overwhelming emotions? In this podcast, discover how you can deal with your emotions so they don’t take you hostage, so you can get on with your life the way you want to.

Take the Martyr Out of Patience, Episode 32

To you, it seems like “be patient” is just another way of people saying “tolerate the stuff you don’t like.” Aargh! Who needs that? But patience is actually the key to a wonderful future. Not a future of putting-up-with, but a future designed by your choice. Yes! It’s possible, it’s doable. In this podcast, you’ll learn the true value of patience, and how you can use it to create a better, more fulfilling life for yourself.

Talk Less, Listen More, Episode 31

What is it with people who won’t do what they’re supposed to do! Partners, children, co-workers, what is it, a conspiracy to get you to do everything yourself? No. Although it certainly can feel like it. In this podcast, discover two easy yet powerful steps to getting more of what you need other people to handle, actually handled! Without wearing yourself out screaming or nagging. Sweet!

The Blame Game, Episode 30

Why is it you can’t seem to get off the blame game? Whether it’s blaming other people for whatever’s going wonky in your life, or blaming yourself over and over again, it seems blame is your go-to for, well, everything! But it doesn’t feel good in the long run, and it never solves anything, so what are you to do? In this podcast, you will discover the two secrets that can allow you to let go of the blame game forever. And lead a much happier life because of it.

The Curse of Runaway Emotions, Episode 29

Does it ever feel like your emotions are running the show? Like your anger, anxiety, depression have just taken over your whole being? How are you to get on with what needs to be done when you feel such overwhelming emotions? In this podcast, discover how you can deal with your emotions so they don’t take you hostage, so you can get on with your life the way you want to.

Stuff Happens - Episode 28

It seems like life keeps punching you in the gut, whether it’s with annoying stuff like your car getting keyed, or serious stuff, like dealing with a partner’s terminal illness, and you’re getting increasingly bitter and cynical with every passing day. Which does no good to you whatsoever. In this podcast, you’ll learn more productive, helpful ways to deal with whatever “stuff” – minor or serious – life throws at you.

Stop, Look and Listen - Episode 27

You’ve totally had it with people who won’t do what they’re supposed to do! You don’t like snapping at people or yelling at them, but what else can you do? You’ve run out of patience and things have got to get handled! In this podcast, discover three easy yet powerful steps to getting more of what you need done by others, done!

Say “No” to Verbal Abuse - Episode 26

What is it with some people that they refuse to respect who you are? Dissing pretty much everything from your emotions and your dress style to what you do for work? Why does it feel so bad? It’s verbal abuse, that’s why! In this podcast, you’ll learn the three basic forms of verbal abuse and how to handle them in the moment, so you never have to feel “bad” or “wrong” again! (A note of caution: if you fear that someone might get more abusive with you – verbally or physically - if you stand ...

Surviving Stress - Episode 25

Does it feel like the stress in your life has increased exponentially since COVID? Are you all too often jumpy, anxious, upset, or just plain mad? How are you to survive all this, much less thrive?! In this podcast, discover a few simple techniques to help you deal with some of that stress, and feel an “Ah” of relief so you can get on with your life.

How to Rock the Boat – Safely – Episode 24

Have you ever been scared to death of making a change, no matter how much you wanted it, because – heck – what if it didn’t work out? What if it made things worse? Yikes! A valid fear, for sure, but one that you don’t need to carry around with you. In this podcast, you’ll discover a powerful yet easy way to make those changes you want without endangering all that you care about.

Quit Rescuing, Start Empowering! – Episode 23

You are so over being the go-to person for everyone in your life: at work, at home, wherever. How can you free yourself of their demands without being a jerk? Great question! In this podcast, you’ll explore how to do just that in three easy steps that allow you to genuinely support your peeps without doing it all for them.  

Put the Fun Back Into Your Life – Episode 22

When did the idea of fun vanish from your life? What happened that turned you into this serious, perpetually worried, anxious person? Wouldn’t it be nice to have that feeling of “fun” once again? Well, in this podcast, you’ll find out just how to re-discover “fun” no matter what you’re doing, and in the process enjoy your life so much more.

Mining For Gold – Episode 21

Does the uncertainty of post-pandemic life have you chewing your nails to the quick and spending your nights tossing and turning? How can you survive in the midst of so much economic and social chaos? In this podcast, discover the “gold” that is truly yours, and that can not only sustain you, but help you thrive, even in the face of so much change.

Handling Fear - Episode 20

Does fear ever hold you back from asking for that promotion, or exploring that new hobby, or going for a better relationship? Is there a better answer than “Oh, well,” and making do with your current situation? Yes! Find out, in this podcast, how to weed out absurd fears from real ones, and how to respond to real fears so that they no longer stand in the way of your heartfelt desires.

Make Worry Your Friend (!)

Really? How can worry possibly be a friend, given the rampant anxiety it plunges you into. But yes, used properly, worry is indeed a very valuable friend, which is what you will explore in this podcast: the hows, wheres and whys of your new and powerful friend – worry!

Listen With Your Heart - Episode 18

Why is it that people don’t understand you’re busy! But when you offer a quick apology for whatever it is they think you did wrong and zip off, they’re miffed. What’s up with that?! Isn’t an apology sufficient? Nope. Not unless you’ve been listening with your heart. Discover in this podcast what makes for a genuinely satisfying apology, without taking oodles of time out of your already harried life.

How To Change – For Real! - Episode 17

Are you ever frustrated over how hard it is to change sometimes? Like sticking with a new diet or exercise plan, or de-cluttering your home, or being nicer to your kids or co-workers? In this podcast, find out what’s truly in the way of that change you long for, and the steps to making change really stick!

How To Turn A Negative Into A Positive - Episode 16

Don’t you just wish people would quit pointing out aspects of your personality as annoying? Yet you do recognize you have some traits that aren’t all that swift. In this podcast, you’ll be introduced to a simple shift of perspective that can transform your not-so-great personality quirks into positive ones that will bring value to yourself and others.

I’m Bored! - Episode 15

There’s the occasional dip into boredom, and then there’s boredom that seems relentless, dumping you into the grey of depression. In this podcast, we'll explore what boredom really is, and some ways to conquer boredom so you can lift yourself out of mind-numbing grey and into the technicolor of an invigorating life!

It’s To Die For! - Episode 14

Just how powerful are the words you tell yourself, over and over? Does the yada-yada going on in your head matter?  What if in this podcast, you discovered not only are your words to yourself powerful, but that there’s a way to work with them to make your life better and brighter?

Growing The Love – Episode 13

What if there was a way to grow more love in your life? What if you could, by the “doing” of love, grow the feeling of love? In this podcast, find out what the “doing” of love is, and how you can harness it to grow the love in your life!

Don’t Worry, Be Happy - Episode 12

Ever wished life were that simple? That you could just dump worry and be happy? In this podcast, you’ll be introduced to a couple of easy techniques that can indeed release your worry and lead you to the land of “be happy."

Coping With Anxiety - Episode 11

There’s garden-variety anxiety, and then there’s panic attacks. Heart-thudding, breath-catching, mind-racing panic that comes out of nowhere. In this podcast, you’ll explore what panic attacks can be about, and some ways to deal with panic so it doesn’t ruin your life.

Fantasy Fun – Episode 10

What do you do when you want so badly to just ditch it all – yet you know you absolutely cannot? What if you could discover a way to ditch it all – without really ditching it? And without harming anyone in the process . . .

Don’t Let Fear Run the Show! – Episode 9

Do you ever feel like you’re not in charge of your emotions, that fear is lurking inside of you, ready to engulf you in a tsunami of dreaded and dreadful feelings? In this podcast, find out how you can take charge of your fear and take back your life the way you want it to feel!      

Break the Self-Pity Habit

Ever get the feeling that the whole world is against you? It seems that all you can do is be miserable and feel sorry for yourself? Well, in this podcast you’ll discover how to kick the self-pity habit and take back your power!  

Cinderella’s Shoes

Ever wonder why, when you try so hard to fit in a certain job or relationship, it just doesn’t work? Like there must be something wrong with you? In this podcast, we’ll explore how to get past your “what’s wrong with me?” and into healthy self-respect.

All You Have to Do Is Ask

Do you ever get frustrated with people not knowing what you want and totally ignoring your very legitimate needs? In this podcast, you’ll discover the easiest, quickest way to get those needs met!  

Anger: Dumping versus Dealing

Don’t you just hate it when you’d love to lash out at someone, but for a whole host of reasons, you absolutely cannot? In this podcast, find out how to deal with your anger and resentment without hurting yourself or another!  

A Magical Question

Do you have those days when you not only feel like you got up on the wrong side of the bed, but that your whole day is one long “wrong side of the bed”? Well, in this podcast, you’ll be pleased to discover a simple question that can turn the “wrong side” into the “right side” with surprising ease!  

Three Practical Ways Out of Depression

Ever get the feeling that you've just plain run out of steam? Not that you're physically tired, but somehow everything seems to be too much; your "get up and go" just got up and went? In this podcast, we'll explore three ways to help you get out of the doldrums and back on track!

A Winner's Secret

Do you find yourself stuck sometimes, looking for who or what to blame when something goes wrong? It's certainly tempting! Especially in these turbulent, unpredictable times. In this podcast, find out how to get un-stuck and be the winner in your life!

The Impossibility of Failure

Ever find yourself shying away from undertaking a new venture, going for a new job, or learning a new skill? In this podcast, discover two components that will help you succeed – every time. If babies can do it, so can you!