All Things Life with Niro Feliciano

So grateful to have this conversation with another mom of 4 and someone whom you will be hearing more of on the podcast—Brenda Thorn. Why do we feel mom guilt with all that we do for our kids? And is it just working moms or SAHM's, or is it all of us? Brenda and I talk about the challenges of mothering and what we can do to hold on to perspective. For more on Mom Guilt, check out my new column for TODAY.com—IS THIS NORMAL—here: https://www.today.com/health/mind-body/mom-guil...

Shadell Quinones found herself in a situation she could have never imagined—she and her 9-year-old daughter were facing homelessness. How did she stay faithful? How did she find her way out to now live a life of impact? Shadell held on to hope with the help of an incredible organization called Bridge of Hope. She shared her story along with Edith Yoder, Director of Bridge of Hope. To find out more and listen to my keynote speech for BOH, follow this link: https://bridgeofhopeinc.o...

Peace often feels elusive, but is there a way to experience it more consistently even when life is chaotic, uncertain and confusing? My dear friend and author Amy Julia Becker sheds some light on living a life marked by peace even when life is far from peaceful.

Chelsey Goodan has 16 years of experience as a tutor and mentor for teenage girls, and she shares her wisdom, which reflects the wisdom of these young women, on how we can connect, heal, and empower them so that they can become the unstoppable women they were created to be. This is for every parent of a daughter, anyone who loves a young woman, and parents who want their sons to make the world a safer place for all women. More about Chelsey and her new book: https://www.chelsey...

What do you do while you wait? You've asked and prayed and waited and waited some more—but what can you do while waiting in uncertainty? In this episode, I talk about what we can focus on during these times so that we can use it to strengthen both our faith and ourselves while we wait for answers.

What is vision, and how do you find it? Why is it important to our purpose? My wise, spiritually gifted friend Sonia Thomas Samson gives us key insights in this episode on how to develop and become aligned with the vision for your life.

What does it actually mean to be faithful in the small things? I thought I knew, but this week I saw this age-old idea in a new light. Small actions, small decisions, small thoughts—they all come into play and reveal truth about who we really are and the life we live.

Happy New Year! Resolutions, intentions, or words? What it actually takes to change our behavior goes much deeper than setting a goal. In this episode, I share with you what I have found that gets to the heart of what we need to make meaningful, lasting change.

Happy New Year! Resolutions, intentions, or words? What it actually takes to change our behavior goes much deeper than setting a goal. In this episode, I share with you what I have found that gets to the heart of what we need to make meaningful, lasting change. www.nirofeliciano.com/

Does joy feel more like a choice than a feeling? Not uncommon in this season. One thing we learn about the first Christmas is that it was a season of unmet expectations where many needed to both choose joy and rely on their faith—not unlike many of us today. In this episode, I talk about how to choose joy and choose it again. https://www.nirofeliciano.com/

Jenny Hubbard knows darkness. Losing her passionate, fiery, 6-year-old Catherine Violet Hubbard in Sandy Hook 11 years ago has been a journey that has both challenged and grown her faith. In this episode, she shares how God has met her in some of her darkest moments and made it clear He sees her and given her new purpose in her pain. This sacred conversation gave me much to think about and sit with. I know it will for you, too. https://www.nirofeliciano.com/

Tim Washer would have never believed that he would one day be a comedian writing for shows like Saturday Night Live, a TEDx speaker, and a NYC marathon runner. Recovering from a divorce and struggling with uncertainty about his job and future, he talks about what he needed to do to move forward in strengthening his faith and believing that there was more ahead for his life. In this episode, he shares wisdom and reminders that we all need, especially when we feel stuck in the mundane moments o...

What does it even mean to live your best life? If you don't define those terms for yourself, they will be defined for you. In this episode, I share two questions that I now ask myself every morning, which have helped me find what "live your best life" means for me. www.nirofeliciano.com

We all want stronger faith, but you know what that means, right? Oh yes, walking through the unexpected, the uncertain, and the unknown. Yet these are the situations that give us exactly that and more if we are looking in the right places. In this episode, I share more about my season of unexpected challenges and the unexpected gifts I have found along the way. https://www.nirofeliciano.com/

With four kids of her own, parent coach Jacqueline Telgheder knows how challenging summer can be. In this episode, she offers her practical wisdom and professional insight both for you and your kids, so that all of us can have the summer we truly need. Instagram: @jbt.coaching Website: www.jbtparentcoach.com

Over 90% of illnesses are connected to our gut health, and many can be avoided with the right combination of diet, lifestyle, and supplements. Yet if you are anything like me, you are asking, "Where do we even begin to make changes that will actually impact our well-being?" Dr. Robin Rose unpacks all of this and more. I was fascinated by her explanation of how chronic stress is related to disease and what sleep actually does for us. You will not want to miss this episode, and my g...

The idea that what you eat can heal your body is age-old, but is this true for mental illness? Dietitian Monica Marcello believes it can make a significant difference, now proven through clinical studies. It goes to show how integrated mental and physical health truly are. Learn what you can do to affect mood and mental health simply through diet in this informative episode. Monica Marcello, MS, RD is a registered dietitian who completed her Masters degree in Nutritional Science at the Univ...

Psychiatrist Dr. Aruna has a radical perspective on mental health and healing... and she is not alone. We cover so much ground in this podcast: medication or not, generational trauma, leaky gut as an answer to all the things, and what do we do about it all? This was a mind-blowing episode that made me realize that in order to heal, yes, medication can be helpful, but we have to treat mental illness holistically to become whole. https://trinergyhealth.com

Sarah Fay did not have one misdiagnosis...she had 6. She tells her story, written in her best-selling book Pathological, in this episode. It makes you realize that we have to be proactive about our mental health and also that limitations may be self-imposed when we receive a label. Please share this episode with anyone who has a mental illness or is struggling with a loved one who has one. Sarah Fay is an award-winning author, creative writing teacher, and keynote speaker. Her journalistic ...

It's Mother's Day, and I have a gift for you! It's this conversation with Stylist extraordinaire Jean Gordon. Yes, we are talking about clothes and our closets, but it's truly a metaphor for so much more. Some of what she said hit me in an unexpected way as I thought about my own life and my appreciation of it. Such wisdom in her words! Drop a comment if you felt that way, too. Instagram: @jeangordon.style Virtual Wardrobe Editing Service: https://www.jeangordonstyle.com/

Alicia Robertson knows what she's talking about when she says, "When life gives you lemons, you make lemonade." In this episode, she talks about what that really means during life's hardest, unimaginable situations. Alicia talks about navigating life after divorce, and I found her philosophy on life can be applied to any difficult, unexpected life situation. She is living proof that a beautiful life is possible, even after the unexpected. Follow her at @lemonadelifecoach on Instagram and at h...

We all go through seasons feeling overwhelmed, and this tends to be the case as we head for the summer. Best-selling author, speaker, and podcast host Tanya Dalton talks about what to do when this feeling hits and how we can still stay productive and live a meaningful life. https://tanyadalton.com __ COZY EARTH discount: CE-Niro

Do you ever think “That must be a sign!”? Do you believe in that? If so, it can make certain seasons of life easier. Identity can shift in life in different seasons. We often don’t realize what actually makes up our identity until we go through change. Yet, knowing you are on the right path can make these transitions easier. Confirmations and signs are there if we are open to them to help guide us. I talk about my recent experience with all of this in this ...

So that's a loaded title, but I think most of us can relate to an overwhelmed mind, which constantly thought switches, leading to more distraction. Psychologist, author, and podcast host of Simple Families, Denaye Barahona, PhD, unpacks it all for us, offering practical strategies to reduce our mental load and bring our minds to a place of awareness.

Isabel Bogdan is a healer who knew her calling at a very young age. Today she talks about her fascinating entry into the world and her work as a Nurse Practitioner spreading awareness and educating about the effects of oxidative stress and what we can do to bring healing to all aspects of our lives. Follow her on Instagram at @drisabelbogdan.

With so many different messages on what we should be eating, it’s hard to know what truly makes a difference in our overall wellness. Dr. Katie is back on the podcast talking about her beautiful cookbook Plants First: A Physicians Guide to Wellness Through a Plant-Forward Diet. She offers her valuable insight on what a plant-forward diet can do for us, how to practically incorporate more into our everyday lives, AND how to get the kids on board, too! For more tips, recipes, and wellness insig...

So we tell our kids not to judge, but as adults, do we follow that advice? I find myself intentionally reminding myself not to judge and to stay curious about people. It's pretty hard these days given what we see on social media and the assumptions that are instantly made. Today I have Brenton Vaughan on the podcast, a very special guest who gave me a very special gift that sparked this conversation. __ Niro Feliciano | Life Coaching Contact me about Life Coaching here

Anxiety isn't going away any time soon, but the good news is that it is treatable, and we can learn to live a very full life even with it. Joining me on this episode are experts on the matter—the Anxiety Sisters, Abbe Greenberg and Maggie Sarachek—with practical tips and solutions to help you heal and live a fuller, calmer life. https://anxietysisters.com/

If your house is messy, life is messy, thoughts or relationships are messy... you are right where you need to be this Christmas. Just thinking through this Christmas story for the one millionth time, I have come to realize that God isn't intimidated by mess, He often chooses it to reveal the most.

If you can't sleep, join the 40+ million people who struggle with it—including me! I asked sleep expert Devin Burke all the questions I had on what I needed to know to help me sleep better and took his advice. For the first time in months, I am starting to sleep through the night, and you can, too. In this podcast, we talk about what to do if you can't fall asleep and stay asleep, how better sleep affects our longevity, health, and weight-loss goals, what we need to do during the day to...

Hena Doba is truly an inspiration. Today we talked about her South Asian roots and the obstacles she faced rising in her prestigious career as a TV journalist from local news networks to CBS and now Cheddar News. Although our stories are different, there was an instant connection I felt with this South Asian sister as we talked about growing up South Asian in America, race, privilege, and how far we have come. Following on the heels of Diwali, this conversation is timely. Hena Doba is Ancho...

We all go through hard seasons where our faith expectations are not met. Maybe it's a prayer that hasn't been answered or answered in a way that you didn't want. We have come through a season of all of the above, and God has walked us through it. In this episode, I talk about what I have learned. Affiliate podcast partner COZY EARTH lounge, sleepwear and bedding: https://glnk.io/182l/niro-feliciano Discount code: CE-NIRO

Kari Kampakis is an author, speaker, and girl mom—although I have definitely learned from her posts about sons, too! Here we talk about her new book More Than A Mom, which is about caring for yourself and how that impacts your whole family. We also talk about being a girl mom. She is an amazing writer and speaker and full of the wisdom we all need! Grateful for this conversation! www.karikampakis.com/Kari's booksKari's podcast

Kari Kampakis is an author, speaker, and girl mom—although I have definitely learned from her posts about sons, too! Here we talk about her new book More Than A Mom, which is about caring for yourself and how that impacts your whole family. We also talk about being a girl mom. She is an amazing writer and speaker and full of the wisdom we all need! Grateful for this conversation! www.karikampakis.com/Kari's booksKari's podcast

Grateful to have NYT Bestselling Author Julie Lythcott-Haims on the podcast once again talking about her latest book—Your Turn: How to Be An Adult. In this book, Julie writes with such compassion, helping young adults navigate their way in an incredibly complicated world. In this episode, she vulnerably shares some of her own challenges in her own parenting of young adults, as well as the powerful stories of young people trying to figure it out. Julie shares timely wisdom for parents wh...

Families can be beautiful, complex, limiting and freeing all at the same time. It's amazing what we can learn about our history, our loved ones and ourselves if we take the time to ask questions. That is exactly what I got to do this Father's Day with my own father Dr. M Satchi. My sister, Dr. Krissy, and I got the chance to sit down and hear a few stories of his extraordinary life.

Dr. Leah Katz is a clinical psychologist and a calm voice of reason in this hectic life we all lead. Although she is a new friend, I feel like I have known her for years, and I know you will, too. Her new book, Gutsy: Mindfulness Practices for Everyday Bravery, teaches us the importance of being present in order to truly tap into what we desire in life. Leah explains mindfulness in a way that is accessible to all of us and believes it is the way to a truer, fuller, more present life. Who does...

Lisa Bollacke faced a situation that most of us can't imagine. How do people hold on to faith during these times? Where is God at our lowest moments? Today's story released this mother's day is one of a mother's faith for her son as she and her family faced the unimaginable. This story has inspired me for years to believe that God is bigger than our worst nightmare and can truly bring beauty from the ashes.

Love yourself. But how do we do this, especially if we struggle with how we look? Eating disorder experts Debbie Chrabolowski, LPC and Rena Bruckman, MS, RD-N answer the hard questions that many of us are asking: How do we start working on a healthy body image when we don't love what we look like? What is disordered eating vs an eating disorder? When should you intervene for your child or yourself? How do we create healthy messaging in our home for our children and families? Great episo...

Today All Things Life is 2 years old! It is also my birthday, and birthdays seem like a good time to reflect on where we've been and where we want to go. I've been thinking a lot lately about how pride shows up in ways we can't detect and what humility really means. Sharing those thoughts with you today.

My friend and author Amy Julia Becker joins me today to talk about the areas of our lives that need healing and how physical, emotional and spiritual healing are all connected. I can't think of a better time to have this conversation coming out of the pandemic and feeling like the world is fractured. She offers much hope and insight that I know will make you think as much as it did me.

Wait! This chat is not just for those over 40. We need to be aware as early as possible of the things that affect our overall wellness and the impact of stress on our bodies. Jennifer Kirsch has helped me have a new conversation around what truly is healthy. I wanted to share some of her wisdom with you today. To learn more about Jennifer and the programs she offers visit: Instagram: @jenniferkirschfitness (best place to find her!) Website: https://jenniferkirschfitnes...

For years when I have been working with clients who are anxious and discontent, I have encouraged them to take some time off social media and focus on their own real lives. I have yet to have one come back saying it didn't help. So this time, I did it myself- and wow- it made me aware of so much I didn't even know was happening. I share all about that in this episode!

Sometimes, when we go through hard things, we have to borrow the faith of others around us while ours is being refined. We don't always recognize the diamonds in that darkness, but with a little light, they can be found. Carine Marco is one woman whose faith always inspires me, and I have no doubt the story she shares today will inspire you, too.

Ed Feliciano joins me on this post-Valentine's Day podcast to talk about the ups and downs of long-term relationships and the lessons we have learned and continue to learn even after almost 19 years of marriage. And, yes, this is how we spent our Valentine's Day evening...recording a podcast!

Therapist Carrie Amos and I talk about all the things tweens and teens that can make life so very complicated. Just know, parents, you are not alone. Hopefully, this conversation will help you have the hard conversations with your kids and navigate these tricky issues with a little more clarity.

Many of us have prayers that have not been answered yet and often find ourselves waiting for something to happen in our lives. Melly Bonita knows what it's like to wait in the midst of a challenge. Today she shares her faith journey of what has happened through the waiting and how she finds hope in the process.

Not in the Mood? You are not alone. Yes, that's right—we are talking about it today. Low sexual desire is an area that affects a large percentage of women and a smaller percentage of men. Desire can fluctuate over the course of one's life especially during perimenopause and menopause and yet is an important part of wellness and our relationships. Specialist Jackie Giannelli joins us today to tell us what we can do about it.

No, this is not about intermittent fasting! We’re talking about spiritual fasting, and this is the way the women—and now the men—in our family begin every new year. Spiritual fasting is powerful, and we have seen amazing things happen in and around us when we do this collectively. My dear friend Sonia Thomas joins me to talk about what fasting can do for your faith, life, and connection to God.

We often begin the new year with resolutions that 64% of people give up on within a month. Creating sustainable new habits is a different process entirely. In this podcast I talk about how to set meaningful intentions leading to meeting goals that reflect what is important in your life-and ones that will actually last.

This episode is not just for Christmas, but we can learn a lot about getting ready for what's ahead through the Christmas story. A New Year won't be new unless we begin to do things differently. Do you actually have room in your life for the blessings you have been asking for? I didn't until I made room both in my life and in myself. Today I share how you can get ready, too.

All is calm? Not quite. With two weeks to go, many of us find ourselves stressed and distracted, making it hard to feel the holiday magic. Here are a few tips on how to manage a hectic holiday and find a little more peace on earth.

Fernanda Scott is a beautiful, successful, happily married young mom of two little boys—and she had a life-changing stroke. She knows that bad things do happen to good people. This is her story about her hard thing and how her life was changed in ways that she could never have imagined...for good.

Pediatrician Dr. Krissy—my baby sis—joins me to discuss all your questions about the Covid vaccine and kids ages 5 to 11. Stay with us until the end as we also talk about "vaccine judgment" and how to think through relationships and have more productive conversations with people who feel differently than you about this issue. __ Be sure to talk with your own doctor before making medical decisions.

Walking by faith is hard especially when you are feeling overwhelmed and afraid. Don’t I know it! But one thing I have seen, if we look for God in these moments- these are the times we can witness the beauty and faithfulness of God in new and amazing ways. Today I talk about one of my battles as a mom of kids with life threatening food allergies.

I'm back after a long break and have quite a story to tell you. If you often feel overwhelmed, this episode is for you. Here I will share with you what I have had to do in the last month to manage stress, anxiety, and overwhelm—and what you can do, too!

Erica Schuelke woke up one morning to walk her dog in the beautiful California sunshine as usual and a few moments later nearly lost her life. She joins me to share her story of fear, faith and a second chance at living an intentional life.

Rest, self-care, and sleep—so important. But most of us are lacking in each of these areas. We were not created to go, go, go 24/7, but the culture we live in doesn’t accept much less. In this episode, I talk about how we can slow down and exactly what we will experience when we do.

Having faith is a journey that ebbs and flows. Even after years of knowing God, sometimes I have great faith and sometimes not so much. Yet when we are paying attention and listening God will speak in unique and incredible ways to remind us that He is closer than we realize. Today I share a story of how God made that very clear to me.

Vaccinating our kids was a big decision for our family and I talked with many specialists who helped me make an informed decision. Today my sister, pediatrician Dr. Krissy Satchi, joins me to answer many of the questions that you might be asking. Some of the studies that we speak of are linked below: https://jamanetwork.com/journals/jamapediatrics/fullarticle/2773981 https://fortune.com/2021/05/05/diabetes-covid19-after-effects-children/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/art...

We have heard that we can do hard things. So where do we begin? Today I am sharing practices that I have been using both for myself and my clients when we are faced with overwhelm, frustration, confusion or just looking for direction. Talking about the practices we know from the research that will help as well as spiritually what God has to say about these moments in our lives.

I couldn't think of a better person to have on the podcast this Mother's Day than my mama. Dr. Raji Satchi is a pediatrician who has been caring for her patients for the last 45 years. She is a mother to three adult daughters and knows a lot about raising kids. Her faith is inspiring and I'm so grateful for what she is sharing with all of us today.

I don't know about you but I have those moments when I know I'm not enough. Easter is a good reminder that I actually don't have to be. In this episode I talk about why now I'm just fine with that.

Go Shorty! All Things Life is 1 Year Old! Today we look back on a year of conversations and stories from SoulFull Sundays. It's amazing what a year brings and how much you forget. I'm so grateful to all of you who continue to listen and support the podcast. Looking forward to sharing a look back on our wellness episodes next week.

So none of us thought we’d be here one year later, but here we are. My dear friend Dr. Nikki Greene and I talk about what this year has brought to the table for many of us. Dr. Green is an assistant professor of Art History at Wellesley College and shares her journey over the last year which is nothing short of inspiring. Today we celebrate how far all of us have come in the face of a global pandemic.

This is probably my most favorite talk that I have ever done from 2019. I was in a room full of over 200 women and there was an electrifying energy there. I talk about purpose because we struggle with this a lot, yet God is so willing to show us what this really means if we are willing to let go of our own ideas and embrace His. Hope it blesses you today.

As we end February I wanted to invite a few beloved friends to talk about how to celebrate black history month in a way that honors Black people. They share what this month means to them as Black people, how we can talk to our kids about it and what we should continue to think about the other 11 months of the year so that our efforts this month truly mean something. I know this conversation will both inspire you and make you think as it did me.

Many people I know have hit a wall this past week. Feeling depleted, overwhelmed or just tired.. but we don't have to go it alone. This week I talk about how we are never called to do life in our own strength and what can happen when we choose faith over fear.

This pandemic has been a difficult time to navigate relationships especially with older parents. Today I continue the conversation on caregiving and aging parents with Psychologist Dr. Kristen Abbott who shares her professional expertise and personal experience with us on the joys and challenges of the sandwich generation.

Is it true that God really won't give you more than you can handle? Rebecca Gallagher shares her story about caring for her father who was diagnosed with Alzheimer's Disease. Whether you can relate to the situation of aging parents or not, she has a powerful message for anyone who is facing something they never asked for especially in this season.

Inauguration Day seemed like the perfect day to talk about what happens when all of us come together regardless of beliefs for the greater good. Dr. Krissy Satchi and Carrie Amos, LCSW join me in this episode to talk about what they witnessed in Operation Christmas Miracle and the incredible power we wield together. Do we dare dream bigger together for the rest of 2021?

It's been a year and we are only 17 days in! Off social media, I've had time to think about a lot of things. Here are my new year thoughts about distraction, living with intention, the implications of race and the insurrection.

It's been a year. For many of you hope is hard to find right now and we all get that. Is 2021 really going to be that different? Pastor Brenda Thorn of Hillsong NY talks about where we can find hope no matter what happens in the next few months. This is a great episode to end this year offering perspective and truth to take us into the new year.

Talking about what it means to make room this Christmas to experience the true blessings of the season in this final episode in our advent series. How do we make room for God and what do we need to let go of to walk by faith. My Bronx-turned-Texan friend Sonia Thomas joins me once again to close out this holiday series.

You might not be frozen yet, but what a great reminder for 2020! Yes, stress has not been canceled in 2020, but there are things you can do about it. Join my colleague Dr. Lisa Fraidin and I as we talk about how stress looks a little different this holiday and what you can do to still have a happy one.

Continuing our advent series and today I talk about the "suddenlys" in life and how God turned an ordinary moment into an extraordinary one and can do the same today if we are ready and willing.

How do you do the thing God has called you to do when it means great risk, potential loss and even stigma? What if it’s not even natural and out of your comfort zone? We can learn a lot about what it takes from Joseph the chosen father of Jesus. Check out Part 1 Something About Mary if you missed it, too!

This is the first episode of a 4 week Advent series. The Christmas Story was not exactly what we think of it now- calm, serene and full of light. In fact uncertainty, unmet expectations and fear were central to this epic tale of the birth of our Savior. I can't imagine a more relevant story for 2020. These characters could not be more meaningful today as we face many of the same emotions and today we begin with Mary.

Gratitude may be a little harder this Thanksgiving, but it IS still possible. I’m talking about how this simple practice has incredible power to change your life physically, emotionally, mentally and spiritually. In this episode you will learn why it’s important not only for you but for your entire family and how to practice it in simple and effective ways.

Often we find ourselves in a season of waiting, but it's good to remember that God has the ability to do anything in a moment. In this episode, I share some exciting news and a moment where I have witnessed this happen. If you are looking for hope right now this is the episode for you.

Are you spiritual or religious and what is the difference really? Today journalist and host of the show We Gotta Talk Sonni Abatta joins me to share her journey with exploring her spirituality looking for answers to questions many of us are having these days. We talk about the bible, church, mediums and astrology and what it all really means in light of 2020.

So we have a president and now where do we go from here? Our nation and especially our churches have experienced incredible division and things we can’t unsee. Today my good friend Amy Julia Becker joins me to talk about why this election was especially divisive and how we can take steps to heal.

Covid is in our schools now and you might be asking the same questions I am these days. Author of Parenting in a Pandemic- How to Help Your Family Through Covid-19 Dr. Kelly Fradin joins me to answer all of your tough questions- should my kids play winter sports, how do I get my teen to social distance and much more! Learn more and buy Dr. Fradin’s book: www.adviceigivemyfriends.com

Not talking about weight loss or intermittent fasting—this is fasting for a spiritual breakthrough. Especially when I am not drinking in the midst of a pandemic, I get questions (and crazy looks) on what in the world is going on!! On this episode, my dear friend Sonia Thomas breaks down why we should fast and the amazing things that can happen in our faith life when we do.

Once again my friend and colleague therapist Carrie Amos joins me to talk about friendships in this season of division. Whether its politics or pandemic we have all seen different sides of people leaving us with the question "Can we still be friends?" Two therapists are sometimes better than one and we discuss all of this today. This audio is taken from a Live- for the video go to my Instagram @niro_feliciano.

Everyone has battles, but we aren't called to fight them all. God has given us pretty clear direction on what we can do when we are weary, anxious and overwhelmed, yet in the midst of a battle. And the good news is we can all do this one!

Ask me Anything . . . Answering the rest of your questions today! Talking about how to have the awkward conversations about holidays, setting boundaries, how to not get depressed and how to stay organized. Great questions!!!

What is my purpose and how do I find it? This is a question I get asked alot in session and one that I have struggled with myself at times. Especially if you are a person of faith, here are my thoughts on how to figure this out.

Been getting so many questions lately that I wanted to answer some of them on this podcast. Loved hearing from you and talking through these issues. Today I talk about what to do about holidays during COVID, Ideas to stay off your phone and use your time in a meaningful way, friendships across political views, and parents that are emotionally unavailable. Send me more questions for next week- Part 2!

You may be feeling peace is hard to find these days. My friend Becca Mowery shares how she has found peace during these tumultuous times. I have always admired Becca's faith and relationship with God and in this episode she offers practical and insightful ways we can find peace even during these divided times.

We often come to a point in life where we ask the question “Is there more for me?” The life you want starts with a choice and my guest vascular surgeon Dr. Brittny Howell has made several big ones recently. She shares her wisdom on how to trust yourself and what you know to create a life you love. Learn more about Dr. Brittny: https://www.doctorbrittny.com

Hard to envision what comes next sometimes.. Anna Llanos is the owner and creator of The Mothership Bakery. She is also a cancer survivor 10 years out and thriving. Today on the podcast she shares her story and spiritual journey that I know will encourage and inspire anyone going through anything right now! Please include this link: https://www.mothershipbakeryandcafe.com/

October is breast cancer awareness month and my dear friend, wife, mom of 3 and cancer survivor Denise Schimenti joins me to tell her story. Denise's perspective, resilience and wisdom have inspired me throughout her journey and she has much to share that we all need to hear right now.

What does it mean to say "Yes" to God and what can we expect when we do? My friend and pastor Brian Mowrey joins me to talk about his new book that will break this all down for us. He also shares some powerful stories that left me literally speechless- and that's hard to do these days! Learn more about Brian and "On the Other Side of Yes" at brianmowrey.com Buy the book on amazon

Whether your child is virtual, hybrid or in person, there will be challenges. Child and adolescent specialist Jackie Crnic, LCSW joins me to talk about how best to support your kids through this transitional learning year while preserving your mental health and theirs! Resources: www.additudemag.com https://childmind.org

It's a big one and creating more conflict and division than any other that I can recall in my lifetime and for many it's getting personal. I've often been asked how do we handle our relationships that are changing and even ending because of our political perspectives? Tune in as I talk about a couple things to keep in mind to navigate these next few months while preserving your mental and spiritual health.

From the beginning, I've been saying to limit your media intake for your mental health. But what if that isn't an option? My friend and news anchor Vanessa Freeman joins me to talk about her experiences reporting during this challenging time, her perspective as an African American woman, and what she does to stay well amidst so much news!!

Life is messy. If there is anything that we are sure of in 2020, it is this. Things don’t go as planned, heck we can’t even plan. But what if getting messy, getting dirty are the beginnings of something bigger? Something greater, even if we can’t see it. Perhaps all we need is a little perspective shift...

Talking with my dear friend and author Amy Julia Becker on affluence and anxiety as well as other types of privilege. This is an episode from Amy Julia's podcast Love is Stronger Than Fear where we talk about the complexities of privilege, race and identity and the achievement oriented culture of affluence that impacts our culture today.