Why Should I?: A Podcast for Women
78 episodes - English - Latest episode: almost 4 years ago - ★★★★★ - 127 ratingsLife is filled with shoulds: Why should I have children? Why should I get married? Why should I be happy? This is where women have real conversations about the shoulds in life and give ourselves permission to ask, “Why should I?” Join the conversation.
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Ep 78 Why Should I Protect My Finances During a Pandemic? with Tess Wicks
June 01, 2020 09:30 - 54 minutes - 49.6 MBJoining the conversation is Tess Wicks, finance expert and creator of Wander Wealthy. In this episode, Tess addresses the global pandemic and financial crisis, as well as how we can protect ourselves financially in the current climate. Tess Wicks is a business coach and creator of Wander Wealthy, a website and podcast that guides online money coaches to build their booked-out coaching businesses. Tess spent four years creating content and coaching individuals and entrepreneurs around th...
Ep 77 Why Should I Address My Mental Health During a Pandemic? with Whitney Russell
May 18, 2020 09:30 - 59 minutes - 54.6 MB“Even before all of this, our world was kind of going through this compassion epidemic. And if we’re going to be able to be in this together, we have to have compassion for ourselves and each other. None of us have the answers and a lot of us are going to get the majority of things wrong right now, and that’s okay.” Joining the conversation is Whitney Russell, founder of Brave Haven Counseling and Co-Host of Real Messy Real Happy Podcast. In this episode, Whitney addresses mental health...
Ep 76 Why Should I Live Minimal-ish? with Desirae Endres
May 04, 2020 09:30 - 45 minutes - 41.8 MB“Minimal-ish living is intentional living and taking steps toward the life that you want to be living by cutting out the excess.” Joining the conversation is Desirae Endres, creator and host of the hit podcast Minimal-ish. In this episode, Desirae explains her personal experience with minimalism, how to incorporate a minimalist lifestyle that is approachable, the benefits of clearing out the clutter, and why waking up earlier leads to more opportunities for gratitude. Desirae Endres is...
Ep 75 Why Should I Hold Onto Negative Experiences? with Annie Chang
April 20, 2020 09:30 - 56 minutes - 51.5 MB“I always think of negative experiences as a situation...if you look at it as a situation, there is always a way out. It’s a matter of whether or not you let your emotions dictate your response to it.” Joining the conversation is Olea and Fig Co-Founder Annie Chang. Having studied chemical engineering and business, she began her career in Silicon Valley in marketing and business development in tech. After experiencing burnout, moments of injustice, and facing some pretty big “shoulds”, ...
Ep 74 Why Should I Seek Postpartum Health Care? with Dr. Ashley Plowman of New Mom Guru
April 06, 2020 09:30 - 56 minutes - 52 MB“You are peeing your pants when you laugh--that’s embarrassing! It’s innately something you try to hide until you finally reach the stage in your life when your friends are also mothers and then you just kind of laugh about it. It’s such a huge misconception that because something is common it’s normal--it’s not normal.” Joining the conversation is Pelvic Floor Specialist and Founder of New Mom Guru, Dr. Ashley Plowman. After the birth of her two daughters and realizing how few resource...
Ep 73 Why Should I? Solo Episode: Checking In, Resources, and Changes
March 23, 2020 09:30 - 20 minutes - 18.6 MBIn this solo episode, Holly draws from a decade of experience in education to provide advice on how to engage children in learning at home and additional educational resources. She also highlights her favorite sources for at-home fitness, date night, and family activities and gives an update on future plans for the podcast. For show notes and links to all sources referenced, please visit whyshouldipodcast.com.
Ep 72 Why Should I Stop Dieting and Start Living? with Tonya Beauchaine and Tracy Vazquez
March 16, 2020 09:30 - 48 minutes - 44.1 MB“You are more than just your body.” Joining the conversation is Tonya Beauchaine and Tracy Vazquez, co-hosts of the podcast We’re Not Weighting. After struggling for years with body image and dieting, they decided to take control of their lives and strive for authentic health rather than an unobtainable number on the scale. In this episode, Tonya and Tracy discuss body image and how we can rewrite the story we tell ourselves about our body, the benefits of intuitive eating, and ways to ...
Ep 71 Why Should I Give Myself Permission to Grieve? with Shelby Forsythia
March 09, 2020 09:30 - 47 minutes - 43.2 MB“Grief shifts and changes and takes different space as it matures, as you live more life, and as you have more losses.” Joining the conversation is Certified Grief Recovery Specialist Shelby Forsythia. After experiencing the loss of her mother to cancer, Shelby transformed her grief into her mission, and she helps others who are grieving find direction and get support in the aftermath of death, divorce, and diagnosis. In this episode, Shelby addresses societal perceptions of grief, the c...
Ep 70 Why Should I? Spotlight: Sophie Gray
March 02, 2020 10:30 - 43 minutes - 39.6 MB“I realized that because I was physically fit, I was emotionally and mentally unwell.” Joining the conversation is Sophie Gray, founder of the guided journaling app DiveThru and podcast host of Sophie Thinks Thoughts. In this spotlight episode, Sophie discusses the various “shoulds” she faced when she realized that for her personal well-being she needed to pivot away from her previous fitness and nutrition online platform, Way of Gray. Sophie explains why meeting society’s physical stan...
Ep 69 Why Should I Care About Public Education? with Dr. Alison Jackson-Wood
February 24, 2020 10:31 - 1 hour - 73.9 MB“An educated society is a strong society and a successful society.” Rejoining the conversation is Dr. Alison Jackson-Wood to discuss the societal importance of investing in public education. Alison describes the history of public education in America, the strengths and pitfalls of public education, the attack on public education in today’s political climate, and why we should all care about the strength of public education in our nation. Dr. Alison Jackson-Wood holds bachelor's and ma...
Ep 68 Why Should I Be My Version of Best Mom? with Autumn McKay
February 17, 2020 10:30 - 39 minutes - 35.8 MB“Give yourself some grace. You can’t do all the things all the time.” Joining the conversation is Autumn McKay, former early education teacher and creator of Best Mom Ideas. In this episode, Autumn addresses the importance of engaging your child in simple learning activities at home to foster a love for learning, as well as provides advice for how to manage these activities as a busy mom. She also addresses the pressures of motherhood and ways to prevent (and even heal) burnout. Autum...
Ep 67 Why Should I Cultivate Confidence in My Career? with Laura Gmeinder
February 10, 2020 10:30 - 33 minutes - 30.7 MB“What is the story I’m telling myself?” Joining the conversation is Laura Gmeinder, expert in business strategy and leadership development. In this episode, Laura addresses what could be the root of work insecurity, how to foster confidence at work, and why striving for excellence is more beneficial than striving for perfection. Laura Gmeinder is the founder of Laura Gmeinder Coaching & Consulting, providing services that are an intersection of business strategy and leadership developme...
Ep 66 Why Should I Seek Community and Support Through Alzheimer's? with Courtney of A Thoughtful Place
February 03, 2020 10:46 - 47 minutes - 43 MB“There is so much beauty and so much joy within the journey...it is hard and it is trying, but it’s also really quite amazing the lessons that you learn and the experiences that you have with your loved one.” Joining the conversation is Courtney, the lifestyle blogger behind A Thoughtful Place. In recent years, Courtney opened up to her audience about her mother’s battle with Alzheimer’s Disease, sharing her journey as @love_and_openarms on Instagram. In this episode, Courtney shares her...
Ep 65 Why Should I Control Stress Through Meditation? with Marykay Howard
January 27, 2020 10:30 - 31 minutes - 29.2 MB“Meditation is making a conscious decision to slow down.” Joining the conversation is mindfulness expert and educator, Marykay Howard. Marykay teaches a course called “Controlling Stress” to high schoolers, which is a curriculum she created to help teenagers to manage and transform stress. In this episode, Marykay explains the value of meditation to our mental and physical health, how we can incorporate it in our busy lives (shockingly, we only need three minutes), and why meditation sho...
Ep 64 Why Should I Show Up for You with Food? with Janet Elsbach
January 20, 2020 10:30 - 43 minutes - 39.7 MB“If we got through it, we must have eaten something.” Joining the conversation is author of Extra Helping, Janet Elsbach. In her book, Janet explores how we can show up for others during times of change, stress, or bereavement, and she offers a simple solution: food. In this episode, Janet discusses why food is the most helpful way to show up for someone in need, offers advice for how we can approach specific life stages or circumstances with love, and reminds that the most meaningful ge...
Ep 63 Why Should I Know My Enneagram? with Sarajane Case of Enneagram & Coffee
January 13, 2020 10:30 - 34 minutes - 31.7 MB“The Enneagram hands you a roadmap to what drives you and how that impacts your life.” Joining the conversation is Sarajane Case, Enneagram expert and creator of the hit podcast and Instagram, Enneagram & Coffee. In this episode, Sarajane explains what the Enneagram is and its various personality types, speaks to the validity and reliability of the Enneagram, and breaks down how we can utilize our Enneagram result for personal growth and improved relationships. Sarajane Case is an Ennea...
Ep 62 Why Should I Make a Resolution in 2020?
January 06, 2020 10:30 - 27 minutes - 25.3 MBThe future doesn’t exist. This isn’t your typical new year goal setting episode. Holly opens up 2020 solo to discuss how both her podcast goals and personal goals have evolved since January 2019, and why she’s choosing to not make the kinds of resolutions that one would commonly expect. For show notes, please visit whyshouldipodcast.com.
Ep 61 Reflecting on 2019 and Favorite Moments
December 09, 2019 10:30 - 32 minutes - 30.1 MBIn this solo and final episode of 2019, Holly reflects on lessons learned and favorite moments. She highlights some of the most impactful conversations from the year and how the podcast has evolved and grown in 2019. Why Should I? will be back with a new episode January 6, 2020! For show notes and additional information on our guest, please visit whyshouldipodcast.com.
Ep 60 Why Should I Invest in Good Girlfriends? with Deborah Olson
December 02, 2019 10:30 - 1 hour - 55.3 MB“Our brain is designed to connect with other females. When we live a life that celebrates that connection, we live longer, healthier, and happier.” Joining the conversation is licensed psychotherapist and author of The Healing Power of Girlfriends, Deborah Olson. Deborah discusses why we need female friendships, ways to make and maintain friendships in our adulthood, how to set healthy boundaries in a friendship, and why friendship is a key component to living a healthy life. Deborah O...
Ep 59 Why Should I Be a Supportive Friend?
November 25, 2019 10:44 - 42 minutes - 39.2 MBBeing a supportive friend means showing up and rallying around her whenever she needs you. Joining the conversation is one of Holly’s closest and most supportive friends, Courtney. Holly and Courtney discuss what it means to be a supportive friend, how to be supportive in various stages of a friend’s life, why it’s important to not forget to support the supportive friend, and how friendship has enriched their lives. For show notes and additional information on our guest, please visit wh...
Ep 58 Why Should I Stop Talking About Imposter Syndrome? with Heather Bien
November 18, 2019 10:30 - 35 minutes - 32.6 MB“We need to learn how to build each other up to build a culture of confidence." Joining the conversation is writer Heather Bien. Heather discusses the ways Imposter Syndrome has become a kind of status symbol, why commonly using the term is ultimately harmful for women, and how we can become more confident in communicating our success. Heather Bien is a content creator, copywriter, and blogger from Washington, D.C., and she is a regular contributor to publications like The Everygirl a...
Ep 57 Why Should I Evolve with My Partner? with Chrissy Powers
November 11, 2019 10:30 - 54 minutes - 50.1 MB“Continue to date your spouse and make time for each other.” Joining the conversation is licensed marriage and family therapist, Chrissy Powers. Chrissy discusses the various stages of a long term committed relationship, how to best support and evolve with one another in each stage, and why sticking together is totally worth it. Chrissy is a licensed marriage and family therapist, creative career coach, and host of Sure, Babe Podcast, where she covers topics such as relationships, moth...
Ep 56 Why Should I Stop Dieting and Eat Intuitively? with Casey Bonano
November 04, 2019 10:30 - 1 hour - 65.6 MB“There is a difference between health and weight loss.” Joining the conversation is Casey Bonano, registered and licensed dietician with an expertise in intuitive eating. Casey breaks down why diets are making us so unhealthy, how weight loss and health are not the same thing, what it means to eat intuitively, and how to make that mindshift and lifestyle change. Casey Bonano is a Dallas-based registered and licensed dietician. She specializes in eating disorders, non-diet approach, heal...
Ep 55 Why Should I? Mixed Bag: Handshakes, Leggings, Smiling, and More
October 28, 2019 09:30 - 1 hour - 61.1 MBWhy should I wear pants instead of leggings to work? Why should I have a strong handshake? Why should I support a cause? Why should I smile for you? Joining the conversation is longtime friend, Dash Tabor. We address these shoulds and many more in this mixed bag episode of Why Should I? For show notes and more information on our guest, please visit whyshouldipodcast.com. A special thank you to our sponsors: BarkBox (Code: getbarkbox.com/whyshouldi to receive an extra month of Bar...
Ep 54 Why Should I Leave a Toxic Relationship? with Dr. Alison Jackson-Wood
October 21, 2019 09:30 - 1 hour - 73.7 MB“Is this normal?” When every minute 20 people experience domestic violence with an intimate partner in the United States (National Coalition Against Domestic Violence), it’s time to stop veiling the conversation with a hush and bring it to the forefront of community concern. Joining the conversation is Dr. Alison Jackson-Wood, Executive Director of Bethesda House which is a shelter and home in South Alabama for women and children who have been victims of domestic violence. Alison explai...
Ep 53 Why Should I? Spotlight: Emily Riddle of Gathered Living
October 14, 2019 09:30 - 46 minutes - 42.9 MB“If you can’t stop thinking about it, then you need to do it.” Joining the conversation is designer, retailer, coffee shop owner, and lifestyle blogger, Emily Riddle. Emily got her start with the vintage shop and blog, Miss Molly Vintage, and her business has since evolved to a retail and coffee shop: Gathered Mercantile and the Amsden Coffee Club. Emily discusses what it’s like running a business with her husband along with juggling being a mom, how her business has evolved and the exci...
Ep 52 Why Should I Thrive on Love? with Sheng Vue
October 07, 2019 09:30 - 40 minutes - 37.4 MB“It’s okay to be seen.” Feeling alone and isolated is more common than is discussed in our society. Whether it be from societal pressure, family, or from within, a lot of people feel this to some extent in their lifetime. Joining the conversation is Sheng Vue, talented artist and creator of the movement Thriving on Love. Sheng’s movement is represented by drawings that focus on the female form, depicting a woman’s strength, truth, and freedom. The larger message of Thriving on Love is...
Ep 51 Why Should I Have the Money Talk with My Partner? with Lindsay Bryan-Podvin
September 30, 2019 09:30 - 45 minutes - 41.4 MBMoney has been identified as one of the topics couples argue over the most, but what if the argument isn’t really about the money itself? What if these arguments are motivated by past experiences and deeper insecurities that we aren’t aware of? In this episode, financial therapist Lindsay Bryan-Podvin digs into all of this and gives suggestions for how we can have healthier conversations about money so we can have healthier relationships. Lindsay Bryan-Podvin is a Michigan-based financial...
Ep 50 Why Should I? Spotlight: Kate Baer on Womanhood, Motherhood, and Marriage
September 23, 2019 09:30 - 43 minutes - 40.1 MB“The only way to see what society is holding you back from is to stop holding yourself back.” Joining the conversation is the very talented writer and poet, Kate Baer. Kate’s poetry has taken the internet by storm, having been featured in Huffington Post and A Cup of Jo. Her debut book of poetry, What Kind Of Woman, is set for release Fall 2020. Her work approaches themes of womanhood, motherhood, and marriage in a way that is simultaneously fresh and vulnerable, articulating a depth of...
Ep 49 Why Should I Seek Happiness and Fulfillment? with Natalie Bacon
September 16, 2019 09:30 - 41 minutes - 38 MB"You create your future from your future." Joining the conversation is Natalie Bacon, Certified Life Coach and host of Design Your Dream Life Podcast. After realizing that a successful career as a corporate lawyer was preventing her from leading a fulfilled life, Natalie decided to change the trajectory of her life and has since experienced a level of happiness and fulfillment that exceeded her expectations. In this episode, Natalie addresses the biology behind happiness, distinguishes the...
Ep 48 Why Should I? Spotlight: Sarah Caton of Space, Place & Southern Grace
September 09, 2019 09:30 - 51 minutes - 47.1 MBThis episode kicks off our new “Spotlight Series”, featuring inspiring women and their impressive accomplishments. Our first “Spotlight” is Sarah Caton of Space, Place & Southern Grace. At the age of 25, Sarah has written two books, is a photographer and brand strategist, and has established an impressive social media presence. In this conversation we discuss our responsibility globally and online, how women can support women, and what it means to be a feminist. Sarah Caton is an aut...
Ep 47 Why Should I Practice Mindfulness? with Rebecca Marcus
September 02, 2019 09:30 - 44 minutes - 41.1 MBThe practice of mindfulness is a popular concept, but what does it mean to be mindful? Does it mean I have to meditate? What if I’m too busy to practice mindfulness? Today’s conversation is with psychotherapist and mindfulness expert, Rebecca Marcus. Rebecca breaks down the true meaning of mindfulness, why mindfulness can help us work through the hard times, and how mindfulness can be implemented into even the busiest of schedules. Rebecca Marcus is a licensed psychotherapist based in Ne...
Ep 46 Why Should I Feel Successful? Part Two Solo Episode
August 26, 2019 09:30 - 18 minutes - 17 MBHolly comes to you in a solo episode to continue the conversation from last week’s episode on success. Holly discusses the highs and lows of navigating the podcasting and social media world, and what she has learned about remaining focused on core values and setting boundaries. For show notes, please visit whyshouldipodcast.com
Ep 45 Why Should I Feel Successful? with Megan Whitmer
August 19, 2019 09:30 - 43 minutes - 40 MBWhen we picture success it tends to be these huge, monumental moments, but what about the moments in between? What about the daily grind that has to occur to bring these goals to fruition? Why doesn’t that feel like success? And what about the days after we achieve a goal? Where do we go from there? Joining the conversation is writer and published author, Megan Whitmer. After experiencing her fair share of self-doubt before and after publishing her novel, she has implemented a daily practi...
Ep 44 Why Should I Travel? with Dash Tabor
August 12, 2019 09:30 - 48 minutes - 44.5 MBIf travel is something you desire but seem to keep putting on the back burner, then this episode is for you. Rejoining the conversation is Dash Tabor, dear friend and expat who has lived in London for the past decade and traveled to over 50 countries. Dash and Holly recount some of their favorite travel stories together, discuss the importance of travel, and give advice on how to travel on a budget. And make sure you check out our last conversation with Dash if you missed it—Episode 37: “W...
Ep 43 Why Should I Get Married? Part One with Lindsay Latimer
August 05, 2019 09:30 - 41 minutes - 37.5 MBHow come we can post about an engagement and get hundreds of likes and comments, yet when we post about a career accomplishment we hear crickets? In this episode we open the discussion of marriage and joining the conversation is Lindsay Latimer, creator of the blog Bourbon and Lipstick and co-host of Influenced: The Podcast. Lindsay has been committed to her partner for nearly 12 years and has faced her fair share of pressure to marry. We discuss the pressure women face to meet a certain tim...
Ep 42 Why Should I Seek Advice from a 30 Something? with Amanda Holstein
July 29, 2019 09:30 - 46 minutes - 42.5 MBWhen it comes to seeking advice, only your peers can share your perspective. Those are the conversations when we feel most understood and less alone. This episode features founder of Advice from a 20 Something and Advice from a 30 Something, Amanda Holstein. Amanda was inspired to create these sister websites when she noticed there weren’t many online resources for women seeking advice on deeper lifestyle topics. In this conversation, we discuss the value of seeking advice from your peers, h...
Ep 41 Why Should I Practice Self-Love? with Sheina Schochet
July 22, 2019 09:30 - 53 minutes - 48.5 MBWhat if we could become a model for the kind of love we desire and deserve? Self-love has become synonymous with positive body image, but it’s so much more than the physical—it’s also respecting your ideas, boundaries, and authenticity. Joining the conversation is therapist and self-love expert, Sheina Schochet. Sheina addresses why the common “shoulds” millennial women face inhibit self-love, the ways self-love penetrates every aspect of our lives, and how we can begin practicing self-love ...
Ep 40 Why Should I Manage Stress Holistically? with Dr. Mariza Snyder
July 15, 2019 09:30 - 41 minutes - 38 MBAmericans are more stressed than ever, leading to unhealthy eating habits and many other health issues. But what if we could adjust our diet and daily breathing practice to help manage and reduce stress? Joining the conversation is Dr. Mariza Snyder: best-selling author, wellness advocate, and podcast host. Dr. Mariza explains what happens to our bodies when we are experiencing stress, why we crave certain foods when we are stressed, and how we can use food and essential oils with steadied...
Ep 39 Why Should I Control Mindless Spending? with Tess Wicks
July 08, 2019 09:30 - 59 minutes - 54.5 MBWhen it comes to money management, the struggle is real for many millennials. We have student loan debt, credit card debt, and we live paycheck to paycheck. Yet, we still want to be able to have coffee dates and go out with our friends. So what gives? Joining the conversation is financial coach Tess Wicks of Wander Wealthy. Tess gives advice on how to be smarter with money on a day-to-day basis, how to control mindless spending, and a plan for how to save without giving up what we enjoy mo...
Ep 38 Why Should I Have Children? Part Four with Terri McAllister
July 01, 2019 09:30 - 49 minutes - 45.4 MB"When people give you advice on having children, smile at their good intentions and then forget everything they say." Part four of the "Why Should I Have Children?" series, today's conversation is with Seattle graphic designer and mother, Terri McAllister. Terri and her husband wanted deeply to have a child, and after a decade of struggling with fertility, they finally had their son. Terri describes her journey in having her son, how parenthood continually surprises her, and gives advice...
Ep 37 Why Should I Enjoy Single Life? with Dash Tabor
June 24, 2019 09:30 - 41 minutes - 37.6 MBAlthough American women are choosing to remain single longer, there is still a negative stigma around a woman being single in her 30’s. It’s time to evolve the conversation. Joining us today is Dash Tabor, a strong, independent woman who has lived the last decade in London, traveled to 54 countries and is enjoying this time in her life being single. She shares her experience, perspective, and advice. For show notes and additional information on our guest, please visit whyshouldipodcast.com...
Ep 36 Why Should I Face My Anxiety? with Eileen Cotter Wright
June 17, 2019 09:30 - 38 minutes - 35.5 MBToday we are talking about anxiety, which is something 19% of America’s adult population suffers from. Joining the conversation is Eileen Cotter Wright, travel writer and the creator of two successful travel blogs: Crooked Flight and Pure Wander. After spending years traveling for her career, she suddenly developed travel anxiety, leaving her to wonder at one point if she would ever travel again. Courageously, Eileen decided to face her anxiety, and she explains what that process was like,...
Ep 35 Why Should I Stop Obsessing Over Diet and Exercise? with Katie Vail
June 10, 2019 09:30 - 1 hour - 57.1 MBFor American women, getting caught in the vicious pattern of obsessive, unbalanced diet and exercise is all too real. If we personally haven’t experienced an unhealthy relationship with our food, then we probably know someone who has. Today’s conversation is with Katie Vail, a West Point graduate, Army Captain, blogger, and mom. For over a decade Katie struggled with dieting and binge eating, but after experiencing tragic loss, she discovered how to be healthy and love again. She shares her ...
Ep 34 Why Should I Have Children? Part Three with Amanda Wright
June 03, 2019 09:30 - 49 minutes - 45.4 MB“Motherhood is beautiful and it’s a wonderful journey, but it does interrupt your life. I think that women are wise to really give a lot of thought to if this is in line with where they want to be and where they want to go.” Part three of the “Why Should I Have Children?” series, today’s conversation is with high school English teacher, mother of two boys, and dear friend Amanda Wright. From a young age, it was clear to Amanda that motherhood is a role she's always wanted. In this candid c...
Ep 33 Why Should I Have Children? Part Two with Amelia Morris of Mom Rage Podcast
May 27, 2019 09:30 - 38 minutes - 35.3 MBIn part two of our three-part series, “Why Should I Have Children?”, we speak with author, blogger, and podcaster Amelia Morris. Mother to two young boys, Amelia reflects on her decision to have children and how society might have played a role. She offers sincere, honest advice to women who are considering motherhood, which begins with space to understand yourself. Amelia Morris is the author of the award-winning food blog Bon Appetempt, as well as the book by the same name, Bon Apptemept...
Ep 32 Why Should I Have Children? Part One Solo Episode
May 20, 2019 09:30 - 26 minutes - 24.5 MBWhy should I have children? One of the greatest shoulds a woman will ever face. The first of a three-part series on the topic, Holly flies solo in this episode, exploring the various sides of why a woman might choose to not have a child. This is just the beginning of the conversation, so stay tuned. For show notes and links to articles for additional reading on the topic, please visit whyshouldipodcast.com Also be sure to follow the podcast on Instagram @whyshouldipodcast
Ep 31 Why Should I Lead? with Hilary Grosskopf
May 13, 2019 09:30 - 54 minutes - 49.7 MBToday’s conversation is with someone who literally wrote the book on leadership: Hilary Grosskopf. Hilary outlines the qualities an effective leader must possess, provides strategies on how to develop leadership skills, and identifies how progress can be made to close the gender gap in leadership roles. Hilary is a leadership strategist, writer, and creator of Awake Leadership Solutions. Her books and workshops educate and inspire leaders and aspiring leaders to seek ethical, mindful, and...
Ep 30 Why Should I Get Uncomfortable? with Carmen Ohling
May 06, 2019 09:30 - 47 minutes - 43.6 MBAfter working 16 years in a successful corporate career, Carmen Ohling came to the terrifying realization that wasn’t the path she wanted to remain on for the rest of her life. Rather than allow the obligatory “shoulds” trap her in a world that did not connect with her true self, she decided to get uncomfortable and make a change. In today’s episode, Carmen describes this life-altering transformation, why she continues to pursue the uncomfortable, and how that practice has allowed her to liv...
Ep 29 Why Should I Play Music for Mental Health? with Kelsey Minarik
April 29, 2019 09:30 - 37 minutes - 34 MBDid you know that scientific research has shown that music helps fight depression, lower blood pressure, and reduce pain? In this episode Kelsey Minarik, pianist and Baldwin-Wallace Conservatory of Music Magna cum Laude graduate, describes how both listening to and playing music can improve and sustain mental health. For show notes and information on our guest, please visit whyshouldipodcast.com