Have you ever felt exhausted at the end of the day, because you felt like you couldn't be your most authentic self in the space you were in? Or perhaps you've left a gathering feeling bored or dissatisfied by shallow conversations and superficial interactions. If you're the person who wants to show up more authentically, or if you're the person who is craving more authenticity from others, this episode is for you! 

In today's podcast, you'll get to hear social worker and entrepreneur, Courtney Jones, LCSW-C talk about the challenges of finding authentic relationships, especially in entrepreneurial spaces. You'll also get to hear about the work she does to support individuals who are wanting to show up more authentically and ways that she encourages the same in her team. As a therapist who does equine work, she also shares about the role that therapeutic work with horses can play in leading us to a more authentic and attuned place.

When was the last time you remember being truly playful? And, when you hear the word, "playful," what comes up for you? In a world where we're taught to "work hard," we can be left with the notion that there's no room for play. Today's guest, TJ Matton, would love to change that! 

In this episode, TJ Matton explores the concept of play, its significance in adult life, and how it can be integrated into daily routines. You'll hear TJ talk about the cultural disconnect from play, especially in women and children, and the importance of rediscovering play as a means of enhancing mental health and well-being. The conversation also touches on the role of play in parenting, the relationship between play and mindfulness, and the various styles of play. TJ believes that play is not just an activity but a vital experience that can transform lives.

Ready for more playfulness in your life? Now's the time to tune in!

It wouldn’t be right for me, as a therapist, to let this month go by without recognizing and discussing that May is Mental Health Awareness Month!

In last week’s Part 1, I discussed how our mental health has the ability to impact our ability to “dream.” This week, I’ll be discussing how our mental health can impact our ability to “do!”

In this episode, I’ll be discussing:

• Ways that our mental health impacts our ability to do (function)

• Under-functioning, and struggling to take action

• Over-functioning, and constantly striving to do more

May is mental health awareness month. As a therapist, it just wouldn’t feel right to let this month go by without talking about how our mental health impacts our ability to dream and do. In this episode in particular, I’ll be talking about how our mental health has the ability to impact our ability to dream.

In this episode, you’ll hear:

• Stats related to mental health

• Ways that our thoughts and feelings impact our ability to dream

• Specific thought patterns that show up when our mental health isn’t doing as well

• Ways that we can address our unhelpful thought patterns in order to access a more expansive state

If you’re like me, you’ve been told that the path to success involves hard work and long hours. This messaging, however, can lead people down the road of burnout and result in extreme health problems. Executive Coach, Amina AlTai’s knows all about that from first-hand experience, and her experience has completely transformed how she now works.

In this episode, you’ll hear about:

• Amina’s personal journey and how it led to her mind, body, and career approach.

• The oppressive origins of hustle culture

• How working within your zone of genius can facilitate a sense of well-being

If you’re tired of being exhausted, overwhelmed and burned out and ready to work differently, this episode will show you that there’s another way to be successful without sacrificing yourself or your well-being.

We’ve all heard people talk about social media as a place where people share their “highlight reels,” and the same can be true of business. As an entrepreneur, people get to see your new projects, but they don’t always get to see what’s going on behind the scenes. After a real-world conversation with Cody Robinson, Founder of HOMEFIT, about appreciation for spaces where we can be honest and transparent, I knew I needed to invite him on the podcast to talk about this very topic.

In today’s episode you’ll hear us talk about:

• The need for spaces where we can be honest and transparent

• The realities of what others see vs. the behind-the-scene realities in entrepreneurship

• Cody’s work in home fitness, reasons getting into a fitness routine can be so challenging, and why accountability matters

If you’ve ever fallen into the trap of glamourising someone else’s success without seeing what’s going on behind the scenes, this might be the episode for you!

When we’re living fully into our purpose and passions, it can feel absolutely incredible! There are times in life, however, when we feel like something is blocking our ability to perform to our fullest potential. In today’s podcast episode with Brainspotting Coach and Consultant, Thad Frye, you’ll get to hear about an approach that can help people access creativity and expansion OR help them work through the blocks that are hindering them personally or professionally. Thad Frye is known for his performance-based coaching with athletes and performers, so you’re in for a treat!

During our conversation, you’ll learn:

• About Brainspotting & performance brainspotting

• Ways that you can use performance brainspotting in your personal or professional life

• Common reasons we experience blocks that interfere with our ability to perform at our fullest potential

Do you relate to the saying, “leadership is lonely?” If so, you’ll be able to appreciate today’s episode where we talk about:

• Loneliness in entrepreneurship

• Health risks associated with loneliness

• The impact that our social circles have on our success, failure, and health and well-being

• Ways that you find community or create the community you need

If you like research, I hope you’ll enjoy some of the stats shared in this episode. If you’re looking to experience supportive community right away, be sure to check out the retreat I’m hosting for entrepreneurs and leaders in Costa Rica this April!