I migliori Discomfort Zone podcast (2024)

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Ep #23 Abby Holcombe on Facing Fear and Staying True to Yourself 46:51

3d ago46:51

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Abby Holcombe, a world champion kayaker who started paddling while traveling the world with her parents in their Winnebago van, shares her strategies for overcoming fear and building confidence while pushing her limits. Abby tells the story of running the Grand Canyon at the age of 12, and how that trip taught her the value of breaking challenges i…

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Karen MacNeill: Mental Performance Consultant to Olympians and other High Stakes players 37:41

3d ago37:41

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STRESS! It’s hard enough to deal with stress, but when you need to perform under stress, the challenges really pile on! This is why I welcome Dr Karen MacNeill (www.macneillperformance.com), psychologist, mental performance consultant and speaker to talk about how she consults with Olympians, professional athletes, and high level leaders and execut…

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Ep #22 Shaun Eggie on Helping Veterans Heal Through Whitewater Kayaking 36:01

10d ago36:01

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In this episode, Shaun Eggie, a military veteran who has found healing through whitewater kayaking, shares his experiences and strategies for navigating discomfort and post-military life. Passionate about supporting veterans in re-integrating into civilian life, and healing mental injuries, Shaun talks about strategies for grounding, the importance…

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April Rinne on conquering FLUX! 41:43

10d ago41:43

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Flux! Things are always changing, and this week’s guest knows this all too well! April Rinne (https://aprilrinne.com/) joins us to share the creation of her career and life portfolio, and how shifting perspective and moving forward despite challenges and speedbumps has led her to a very happy and healthy life full of service to others and great gif…

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Ep #21 Sage Donnelly on Reaching Goals and Cultivating a Class V Mindset 54:36

17d ago54:36

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What does it take to get to become World Champion, and run some of the most challenging rapids in the world? In this episode, Freestyle World Champion and top extreme paddler, Sage Donnelly shares the strategies she uses in competition, and when taking on big whitewater, to calm her mind, stay focused and find her flow. Not only is she a successful…

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Pegine: Empowering Women to be Bold, be Brave, be Seen, be Heard and BE PAID WELL! 42:59

17d ago42:59

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“Be BOLD, be BRAVE, be SEEN, be HEARD and BE PAID WELL!” Audiences around the country yell this with this week’s guest Pegine (https://www.pegine.com/). Like Madonna, Oprah and J-Lo, she needs only one name! From a gang member in the Bronx to a high achieving, multi-award winning entrepreneur, Pegine know how to make things happen. She tells us how…

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Ep #20 Chris Gragtmans on Setting Boundaries in Pursuit of Your Passions 1:03:37

24d ago1:03:37

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In this episode Chris Gragtmans, a former professional kayaker, life-long adventurer who now works in commercial real estate, talks about setting boundaries and finding balance between family, work and adventure. Chris shares his philosophy on working smarter, not harder, and why learning how to say no is key to his success in following your passio…

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Mary Beth O'Connor: From Junkie to Judge 39:47

24d ago39:47

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Trauma. Addiction. Uncomfortable topics, but ones that are vital to talk about so we can get through them ourselves, or so we can support our loved ones and fellow citizens, so this week I welcome Mary Beth O’Connor, former junkie, retired judge, and now an advocate, speaker and trainer on all things addiction and trauma recovery. This episode is J…

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Ep #19 Emily Jackson on Making Your Own Way and Turning Challenges Into Opportunities 52:26

1M ago52:26

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Emily Jackson, a three-time world freestyle champion and marketing director at Jackson Kayak, shares what it was like growing up in a famous paddling family and how her unconventional childhood has shaped her approach to discomfort and goal setting. She describes her journey of overcoming the fear of disappointing others, particularly her father, a…

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Anne's experience with the unfamiliar! (and milking a goat!) 11:46

1M ago11:46

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I'm working on a TedX talk, and recently visited a very special AirBnB on a farm where they let me milk goats! I had to override the voice of doubt in my head...and it was TOTALLY worth it! If you want to see the AirBnB, here's a video tour! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hOqgDpjjXzk&t=33sDi Anne Bonney

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Ep #18 Cindy Frost on Firefighting, Hiking the AT and How to Make Powerful Choices 45:37

1M ago45:37

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Handling discomfort in high pressure situations can be challenging, and Cindy Frost, a lieutenant in the Austin Fire Department and avid adventurer, shares insights on how to respond powerfully. We talk about parallels between firefighting and whitewater kayaking, her experience solo thru hiking the Appalachian Trail, and the lessons she learned ab…

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Jerry Michalski: Expert on Trust and Mistrust 39:57

1M ago39:57

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TRUST! Makes many of us cringe just thinking about it, and when I think about it, I think individual and interpersonal trust, but Jerry Michalski (https://www.jerrymichalski.com/) thinks about it on a much broader level! Jerry is the founder of Open Global Mind, a community of practice seeking to help humans make better decisions together and he cu…

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Ep #17 How to Defeat Your Fear and Develop Self-Control Through Yoga 54:10

1M ago54:10

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If you want to grow your confidence, defeat your imposter syndrome and stop your fear from controlling you, this episode is a must listen. My guest, yoga teacher Michael Johnson, has the exceptional ability to make the practice of yoga and the understanding of yoga philosophy relatable, light hearted, and relevant to navigating your discomfort zone…

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Amelia Earhart: Learn To Love the Turbulence 40:31

2M ago40:31

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"Blue Skies” is a pilot saying, wishing someone a calm, turbulent-free life, but life for Amelia Rose Earhart (AmeliaRoseEarhart.com) has been anything but smooth sailing, but she has found amazing strength and fabulous insights along the way. Inspired by flight from a young age, Amelia learned to be a pilot and eventually decided to fly around the…

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Ep #16 How Perspectives About the River and Anxiety Change With Age With Rush Sturges 40:51

2M ago40:51

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In this conversation, Rush Sturges, renowned kayaker, filmmaker, and musician, shares stories of facing fear and uncertainty in kayaking and filmmaking, and the risks he takes to pursue his passions. Rush opens up about turning to meditation to manage a recent uptick in anxiety he’s been experiencing, and we talk about how to manage stress on and o…

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Elaine Rodriguez on International Travel and Following Your Calling 35:57

2M ago35:57

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Travel! If you know me, you know I love doing it, and will get any chance I get to extoll the benefits. (I’m even writing a TED talk about it…but that’s for another episode!) But why should I extoll the benefits when I can get someone else to do it, so this week I welcome Elaine Rodriguez (www.elainerodriguez.com) to talk abouther experience with t…

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Ep #15 Completing Ironmans and Not Underestimating Your Capabilities With Kristin Evans 50:36

2M ago50:36

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In this episode of the Discomfort Zone Podcast, Kristin Evans, a nurse practitioner and Ironman triathlete, shares how she differentiates between mental versus physical discomfort to navigate the challenges test the limits of her mind and body. Kristin emphasizes the value and satisfaction of finishing the race, whether it’s surrounded by a cheerin…

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Beat the Overwhelm; Anne's way! 6:22

2M ago6:22

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Overwhelm Burnout Frazzled These are words that you hear all the time these days, because we are! The world seems to be a devisive mess, our workplaces are changing so rapidly, it's hard to keep up, we're trying to lead well, but there seems to be so much. Change Afficienado, speaker, emcee, author and the host and creator of this here podcast Anne…

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Ep #14 Kayaking, Mental Health and the Importance Of Community With Adam Edwards 50:57

2M ago50:57

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In this episode, Adam Edwards, professional paddler and content creator, opens up about mental health, humanizing whitewater kayaking, and his journey from focus on the gnar to prioritizing relationships on the river. Adam talks about how kayaking, and the Instagram reels he creates using kayaking fails, helps him work through his social anxiety an…

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Penny Zenker: The Focusologist! 34:33

2M ago34:33

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PROCRASTINATION! Distractions! Self-sabotage! All the things that keep us from being as productive as we can, and I don’t know about you, but the thought of being “as productive as possible” is exhausting! In this fun and insightful episode, Productivity expert Penny Zenker (https://pennyzenker360.com/) shares what she has learned through experienc…

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Ep #13 How to Navigate Fear as a Family With Zenovia Stephens 47:41

2M ago47:41

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In this conversation, Zenovia Stephens, founder of Black Kids Adventures, shares her experiences and strategies for navigating the discomfort zone with her family. Zenovia shares how she creates supportive relationships, and boundaries with her family members to maintain personal space during moments of discomfort. She also highlights the significa…

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Britt Frank on Overcoming Childhood Trauma, Unhealthy Adult Patterns and Circus! 34:51

2M ago34:51

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In this fascinating episode, Britt Frank (www.scienceofstuck.com) speaker, trauma therapist, circus performer and trauma survivor shares her personal experiences of overcoming childhood and adult abuse, drug addiction, unhealthy adult patterns, and how she pushed past comfort zones through admitting where she was and....circus performing! She highl…

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Ep #12 Be Willing to Fail and Never Give up With Nick Troutman 47:29

3M ago47:29

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In this conversation, Nick Troutman, accomplished paddler and content creator, explores the distinction between fear and danger when assessing risk versus rewards on and off the water. Anna and Nick also explore how failing and making mistakes are key to experiencing growth and overcoming self-doubt at the highest levels of achievement and performa…

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Olesia Sinkova: Ukrainian refugee, mother, yoga teacher and dragon feeder 25:11

3M ago25:11

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The situation in Ukraine fills the media with terrible news, but hearing the story from someone who was directly impacted brings an increased level of intensity. This week's guest Olesia Sinkova (https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100018842642011) fled Ukraine 2 years ago with her 3 children, her husband and 2 backpacks. They left behind their…

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Ep #11 The Power of Facing Reality and Focusing on Fundamentals with Reg Levesque (Dad) 50:53

3M ago50:53

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In this heartfelt conversation, Anna and her Dad discuss how losing his mother at the age of 10 shaped his view of problem solving, and how that was passed down to Anna as strategy for facing discomfort. They talk about the importance of focusing on fundamentals when breaking down problems, what it’s like to feel more vulnerable as you age, the pow…

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Kris McGuigan on Courage 31:54

3M ago31:54

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Courage! If we ever expect to Dance in the Discomfort Zone of life, we have to have courage, so today I welcome Kris McGuigan, Speaker, Author and Courage Coach to talk about her 3 Cs of Courage; Clarity, Conviction and Constancy! She goes into great detail to help us build our courage muscles and achieve the things we want in our lives. We talk ab…

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Ep #10 Staying Grounded and Thriving in Chaos 44:16

3M ago44:16

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In this episode, 14X Green Race Champion, Adriene Levknecht shares her strategies for thriving through chaos on and off the water, and how routines are key for her staying grounded. She shares how she preps for and overcomes fear in her paddling and racing, including her pre-Green Race rituals. Learn how stepping into her discomfort zone at an earl…

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Chris West on finding self-love and true happiness (and it ain't comfortable!) 28:29

3M ago28:29

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This week I'm joined by Chris West (http://videonarrative.com) as he shares his journey of embracing discomfort to live a fulfilling life. Chris has committed to facing fears, uncomfortable situations and fully exploring life which has led to more fulfillment and a life well lived. Chris struggled with personal issues like low self-worth and a need…

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Ep #9 How to Grow Your Zone of Stress Resilience with Sommerville Johnston 53:23

3M ago53:23

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Somerville, a licensed professional counselor and somatic experiencing practitioner, discusses how your nervous system works, and how you can grow your stress resiliency to face challenges. She shares strategies for getting comfortable with discomfort, and offers valuable advice on how to overcome perfectionism and self-judgment. Anna and Sommervil…

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Nina Meehan on Cultivating your Creativity 38:43

3M ago38:43

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Creativity is one of those thing that many people think they don’t have, but according to this week’s guest Nina Meehan (https://ninameehan.com/), any time you bring something new into the world, you’re being creative! It’s not the big scary, talent-required, elusive thing. You are creative, and should practice your creativity because it’s a great …

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Ep #8 How to Gamify Your Paddling for Performance and Longevity 48:01

4M ago48:01

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Clay Wright, a legend of the whitewater kayaking world who recently won Kayak Session Magazine’s Paddling Legend Award in 2023, shares strategies for keeping your passion for whitewater fresh, and your performance top-notch. You’ll also learn Clay’s journey growing up in a paddling family, and how being left behind on trips has shaped how he approa…

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Dr Andrea Hollingsworth: Radical Self-Compassion 42:53

4M ago42:53

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Humans make mistakes! It’s just one of the undeniable truths about being humans. Sometimes they’re big mistakes, sometimes they’re small, but whatever the case, shame is a dark and moist bedfellow (ew!) of those mistakes, and in this episode, Dr Andrea Hollingsworth (www.hollingsworthconsulting.com) and I talk about how to own up to your mistakes, …

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Ep #5 Swimming the English Channel and Fat Shaming with Jennifer Whitlock 44:37

4M ago44:37

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In this conversation, Jennifer Whitlock, a fearless nurse practitioner and accomplished open water swimmer who recently traversed the English Channel, delves into the transformative power of pushing boundaries to unlock your ambitious aspirations. Reflecting on her journey and the hurdles she faced, Jennifer underscores the importance of forging yo…

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Ep #6 Yoga and Embracing the Darkness with Joe Taft 48:24

4M ago48:24

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In episode of The Discomfort Zone podcast, Joe Taft, a celebrated yoga teacher and yoga therapist, invites us to embrace every facet of the life cycle, even the challenging aspects found within the discomfort zone. He delves into the significance of self-awareness in confronting fear, offering tangible techniques for embracing these darker moments …

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Ep #4 Returning to Extreme Racing as a 50 yro Mom with Buffy Burge 48:23

4M ago48:23

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In this episode of The Discomfort Zone Podcast, Buffy Burge, a pioneer in Class V river running, talks about returning to extreme racing at the age of 50, after a 23 year hiatus, to race the Green with her teenage son. She shares why she feels that it’s important to be a strong role model for her sons in the realm of pursuing her own passions and f…

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Ep #3 Climbing Everest and Following the Beat of Your Own Drum with Philip Henderson 39:09

4M ago39:09

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In this episode of The Discomfort Zone podcast, Philip Henderson, the leader of the first all African American Everest expedition, and pioneer in promoting outdoor activities for underrepresented communities, shares his insights on embracing discomfort and overcoming fear and anxiety. We talk about the importance of making choices based on personal…

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Ep #2 Navigating Discomfort in Relationships on and off the Water with Andrew Holcombe 51:43

4M ago51:43

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In this episode of the Discomfort Zone podcast, Anna and her husband, Andrew Holcombe, (they met on the freestyle kayak competition circuit in the early 2000s), discuss their experiences with discomfort and navigating challenges in their relationship. They share their top 3 discomfort zone challenges as a couple, including the decision not to have …

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Ep #7 The Power of Mtn Biking, Representation and Being Prepared with Laura Blythe 47:45

4M ago47:45

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In this episode of the Discomfort Zone Podcast, Laura Blythe, a passionate mountain biker and proud member of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians shares her wisdom on stepping into your discomfort zone to build confidence, healing and resilience. She shares her experience running up against barriers to entry into mountain biking, why representatio…

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Joshua Berry: Daring to be Naive and living with intention 33:20

4M ago33:20

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For some reason, we all think we are supposed to know everything…and have it all figured out by the second rodeo, and as I saw posted on social media lately, that doesn’t seem like enough rodeos! This week’s guest Joshua Berry wrote a book called Dare to be Naïve (www.daretobenaive.com) and in this episode, we talk about curiosity, intentionality, …

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James Robilotta: Perfectly Imperfect 34:18

4M ago34:18

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Life is full of ups and downs. Imposter syndrome is a real thing. I always joke that we know too much about ourselves, everything we've messed up, gotten wrong and generally screwed up! It makes confidence kinda hard! This week I welcome James Robilotta, Professional Speaker and Improv Comedian, to talk about his journey and all the lessons he's le…

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Ep #1 Welcome to the Discomfort Zone Podcast 8:48

4M ago8:48

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In this first solo episode, host Anna Levesque introduces and gives context to the Discomfort Zone podcast. A mental agility and whitewater kayak coach, Anna defines mental agility and talks about what inspired her to share conversations with extraordinary folks who take on their discomfort zones for learning, growth and following their passions. L…

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Bernadette Smith, Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Authority, Speaker, Author and Consultant 40:33

4M ago40:33

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Did you know that organizations with more women and people of color can have up to 30% more profits? Did you know that more inclusive workplaces have increased employee engagement and retention? Bottom line aside, the world is a better place when we can create equality, inclusion and belonging, so this week I've invited DEI speaker and consultant B…

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Curiosity didn't actually kill the cat.... 3:36

5M ago3:36

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It's funny how old sayings often contradict facts, but often it's not the saying...it's the re-telling of the saying! Science shows that cultivating your Curiosity is a VERY good thing...so did Curiosity actually kill the cat? Listen to this quick shortie podcast, and then go get curious!Di Anne Bonney

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Kristen Henry: Midlife Transition and Holistic Wellness Coach 38:18

5M ago38:18

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Security....boy that would be nice! Having a destination that we can strive for, and than will never change. Well that's just not how this life works, so this week I welcome Kristen Henry (https://www.wideningyouraperture.com/) to talk about change, and navigating the challenge of imperminence! In this episode we talk about Sacrifices we sometimes …

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Jess Pettitt: Cheese lover and Master of Uncomfortable Conversations! 44:24

5M ago44:24

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This episode will make you think! There are no easy answers, nothing is black and white, and this week's guest Jess Pettitt (https://jesspettitt.com/) and I wander down a bunch of uncomfortable paths! This is something she has been doing with her audiences and clients for decades, and she is a master at giving people permission to sit in the discom…

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Jacques Lopez on International Upbringing, Unknowns, Parenting and Leadership 32:29

5M ago32:29

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Sometimes it's great to connect with old friends and talk about...whatever! In this case, I reconnect with Jacques Lopez (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacqueslopez/ ) , a friend I met while traveling to the Antarctica Marathon! We found out that we had a very similar upbringing, growing up all over the world as gypsys (essentially) and this fabulous…

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Change vs Transitions Periods, and how the latter is the hard part, and what to do about it! 9:27

5M ago9:27

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In this episode, your host Anne Bonney (https://annebonney.ninja) chats about the difference between change and transitions, and how it's the transitions that are the hard part!Di Anne Bonney

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Laurie Haley; leading and parenting in a tech-full world! 53:40

6M ago53:40

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Laurie Haley is a leader in her industry! She has risen to executive level in the male-dominated industry of IT/Cyber Security. She is raising 4 children as a single parent. Se is juggling it all, and in this episode, we talk about raising young people, not only our own children, but the younger people in the workplace! We talk about the responsibi…

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Maggie Jackson, Author of "Uncertain, The Wisdom and Wonder of Being Unsure" 45:07

6M ago45:07

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We humans like to know! We like to know what's going to happen, what to expect, what's coming next, but the fact is, we usually don't, and when we think we do know, it's frankly, an illusion! Author Maggie Jackson (www.maggie-jackson.com) dove deep into the world of uncertainty, how our brain deals with it, and how, even though it sucks when we're …

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Linda Ugelow: Finding Delight in Speaking on Stage and on Camera 28:40

6M ago28:40

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Public Speaking: Most people would rather wear a tutu of angry bees than get up and speak on stage. Addtionally, in this day and age, we're being asked to speak on camera a lot as well, for promotional and presentation purposes, and a lot of people are SUPER uncomfortable with that. This week's guest Linda Ugelow (https://www.lindaugelow.com/ ) was…

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