Women Are The Journey

Episode 128 Has it really been this long? Wow, what a ride. I am wrapping up Season 2 and stepping into, teasing out, Season 3! What am I talking about? Well, how the new idea for season 3 came about for one thing. The way back machine takes us back to my childhood spiritual practices and then moving forward to my teens and twenties. I will be going deeply into what it means to find your spiritual connection and how to do that. In fact, that is what season 3 is all about! Tune in to hear the whole explanation. It's funny and irreverent. Just what you would expect from me!

Episode 127 I welcome into the room today, Dr. Susan Clinton. Susan is an Orthopedic and Women's Health Physical Therapist. Her journey is a pathway into accepting her own internal control over herself and her life. A true journey of the self. One we can all relate to. Susan currently practices in Sewickley, Pennsylvania and is the co-owner and founder of Embody Physiotherapy and Wellness, LLC. Susan is active in teaching and research as an adjunct instructor for the University of Pittsburgh, Chatham University and Slippery Rock University. Additionally, she is an international instructor and presenter of post-professional education in women’s health and orthopedic manual therapy. Her research activities include publications on chronic pelvic pain and clinical practice guidelines for the APTA Section on Women’s Health and Orthopedic Section. Susan is active with the American Physical Therapy Association, serving in governance as a local delegate and alternate delegate, and as the Chair of the Clinical Practi

Episode 126 One of the things Tara Whitney talks about at the very beginning of her interview is thinking she was doing the right thing and then realizing it may not have been. I think so often we all feel that way. The thing so many of us don't realize is that it is ourselves we are shorting on the right thing, not everyone else. Tara has some great shifts related to that realization alone and finding new beginnings and new ways of being along the way. Tara Whitney is leading a revolution of women who are creating a relationship with food and their bodies that brings them to trust themselves. Her latest book, Hungry: Trust Your Body and Free Your Mind Around Food, offers a fresh perspective on why women have struggled with food and gives them a path to set themselves free.Tara is a transformational coach and Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor. Starting her career as a CPA in public accounting, she is a serial entrepreneur and has founded and grown several businesses, including an accounting consulting f

Episode 125 I have in the room with me Sharon Holand Gelfand. I connected so very deeply with her story of discovery and lessons learned. It is amazing to me what we can gain in our lives when our children open the door for us to advocate for them. Her willingness to "buck the system" and think outside the box is the mark of an entrepreneur  in many ways. You will love her story of exploring her own life. Sharon Holand Gelfand is a healthcare disruptor. As a speaker and certified functional diagnostic nutritionist, Sharon transforms women’s lives by healing their guts. She gets to the root of their most common health complaints by testing - not guessing - and incorporates lifestyle shifts filled with more energy and less stress. When her son was diagnosed with Crohn’s disease, Sharon decided to tackle his condition head on. This led her to a breakthrough career change, and sent her to graduate school where she completed a Masters of Science in Applied Clinical Nutrition. Sharon takes her expertise to stag

Episode 124 Heather Rampolla was such a treat to have in the room. She was so open and ready to share the real her and be truly vulnerable with us. She talks about shame, fear and resistance. All the things we struggle with so very much. Heather shares with us her journey through those painful feelings and how she got to the other side. She also talked about upending her beliefs about herself, her relationships and what she believed about money and work. Upending those beliefs led to a life full of fun and risk and adventure. It's a good story and you will love it! In 2012 Heather took a bold move, left her banking career to pursue her creative passions and become an entrepreneur. She’s an Artist, Designer, and Investor. Heather sells her large abstract paintings online. When she’s not painting, she’s investing in and designing real estate with her husband. Heather’s large canvases reflect her mission to inspire women to dream big, be bold, and make the mark only they can make in the world.

Episode 123 Had such a great time with Dr. Karen Litzy. She speaks my language about health and her story of healing is amazing. The journey that she goes on, finding herself and her body, is amazing. Diving into neuroscience and self is the perfect combo to finding health. She offers so many insights that I think so many of us can thoroughly connect to. Dr. Karen Litzy, PT, DPT is a licensed physical therapist, international speaker, owner of Karen Litzy Physical Therapy, host of the podcast Healthy Wealthy & Smart and creator of the Women in Physical Therapy Summit. Through her work as a physical therapist she has helped thousands of people overcome painful conditions, recover from surgery and return to their lives with family and friends. As a podcast host she has interviewed influencers in the worlds of health, medicine and entrepreneurship including Gloria Steinem, Dr. Karim Khan, JJ Virgin, and Prof Lorimer Moseley to name a few. Dr. Litzy has presented on a variety of topics including her pers

Episode 123 I have wondered after interviewing Amruta, how many women suffer silently with pelvic floor pain. Dr. Amruta Inamdar is a pelvic floor specialist who lived the pain and went looking for the answers. I love women who go looking, they hold a special place in my heart. We need more of us to go looking for the answers. To find what we all need for better health. Not just physical, but emotional and psychological as well. Amruta found her solutions and has made it her mission in life to share that solution with as many people as possible. World wide even! She is on a mission and you will love her story from pain to power! Dr. Amruta Inamdar is a Physical Therapist specializing in pelvic health rehabilitation. She consults in Armonk NY at her private practice and is passionate about helping women eliminate pelvic pain from painful sexual intercourse and regain their pre-baby bodies. Amruta has survived two difficult and painful C section recoveries. She overcame her pain and movement deficit complete

Episode 121 Did you know that donkeys are really cool animals? I always liked them, they make a cool braying sound and I always thought that was cool and yet, there is so much more to them than that! Megan Hensley is in the room this week for her Story of the Shift and she shares not only her story, but things you didn't know you needed to know about donkeys! Her love and kindness shines through in every part of her and it is a joy to listen to her story. Megan Hensley is passionate about serving donkeys in a positive and educated light. Her business, Holistic Hooves, takes a wellness approach that you won’t find with many hoof care providers. She is equal parts farrier, educator and welfare advocate. There’s a beautiful intention to Megan that strives to improve lives, both human and equine, through education, inspiration, empowerment and resources.

Episode 120 What a pleasure it was to have Suzi Hixon in the room with me. An attorney that specializes in trademark and brands. The big story is her journey from the corporate law firm to needing to venture out on our own. There is a bit of #metoo and good old boy network and golf. I know, what a combo right? She talks about mistakes she made, the best tools for herself and great recommendations! Suzi Hixon is a Trademark Attorney and Trademark Creation Strategist. She helps businesses and entrepreneurs create beautiful brand names for their products and services. Suzi's focus is strong brand name creation ~ from both the legal and marketing perspective. While those two perspectives often collide, her goal is to help businesses and entrepreneurs find an agreeable nexus of the two, based on their ideal target market, specific products and services, and unique brand vision. Suzi's superpower is taking complex legal issues and making them easily digestible for non-legal beagles. Through a mix of strategic co

Episode 119 I had a lot of fun with Michelle Gomez. Her passion and fire are so much fun to listen to and get caught up in. Her discussion of being worthy and learning about self care hit home hard and then she makes you laugh. That is what this interview is all about. Hitting hard and bringing laughter to the mix. Her story is the perfect example of living life in pain and fun at the same time. It was inspirational. Michelle Gomez, The Latina Career Coach, is an accomplished corporate sales professional with over two decades of riding the waves of the corporate structure as a first-generation Latina-American. The first in her family to graduate from college, she has earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Management, a Master’s Degree in Business Administration, and a certification in Broadcast Journalism. Throughout her career, Michelle has been an advocate for women in the workforce; leading the charge in speaking forums, business articles and networking events. Michelle has personally mentored and coach

Episode 118 What a pleasure it was to have Nalana Lillie in the room to talk about her story. Being a military wife and all the ups and downs that come with that. I had never thought of the hardships and loneliness that comes with that life. Nalana illustrates it beautifully and shares her pain and triumph. It is a brilliant interview and her salvation came in the form of something we can all get behind...candles! Check the link to find your favorite scent on her site. She is offering a discount to all my listeners, 15% off your purchase when you use the code GODDESS! Plus, she has a sale going on too! Christmas is coming up...(I can't believe I just said that) Nalana Lillie is an expert in enhancing the reading experience through scent and journaling, She is a passionate advocate for the importance of fandoms to overcome loneliness and create instant rapport. As the chief candle pourer, fragrance development magician and owner of Book Scents, she creates hand-poured candles that transport readers into thei

Episode 117 I'm pleased to welcome into the room with me this week, K. Joia Houheneka. Joia has an unusual journey compared to many on this podcast. Not in a bad way, just different. Not many women I have talked to have moved through the deeps halls of academia. Joia moved through those halls and out the doors into the world of entrepreneurship. She brings a history of teaching to a world of business in a way that is fun and playful. K. Joia Houheneka is a creativity/innovation expert, entrepreneur, coach, writer, and speaker. Her passion is supporting Founders and Innovators, the world's visionaries, problem solvers and change makers. Working with their vision and agenda, she challenges their thinking and provides the provocative questioning, proven tools, and accountability they need to reach the next level of success and serve as powerful leaders. Joia deeply believes that everyone can and ought to be more creative and continuously grow and develop in multiple fields. She is an advocate for the pursuit

Episode 116 This may be one of my very favorite interviews. Partly because I know Gabbi in real life, partly because I have eaten at her restaurant (the pie is to die for! Can't wait to try the BBQ). Mostly though, it is because she is a serial entrepreneur who has not only had multiple businesses in different industries, crazy different, and has expanded and gained in each iteration of her journey. In business and in herself. Gabbi's life theme is so evident throughout her story, I don't even ask what it is, you know. She offers a balance of feminine softness and kindness with the masculine know how of money and business acumen. Fantastic woman and I know you will love her as much as I do. Gabbi Rose is a native to Southern California, and a recent Venice Beach ex-pat to the Coachella Valley in Southern California. She is learning to love life in the magical desert landscape. For Gabbi, the desert has been a personal healing refuge from “city life”. It brought solitude and reflection, away from what was "t

Episode 115 Had such a great time with Annemarie. Through her many moves with her husband, the newness and question of what she would do each time created a newness inside of her. A desire to be something new and something different. With the support of her husband she created more than she could have ever dreamed. Listen in to hear all the details. Annemarie Fowler is the founder of Speak Confident English and the creator of Fluency School, where she helps international women grow professionally and communicate with ease through English confidence and fluency training. Through 1:1 coaching and small group courses, Annemarie has helped hundreds of women from 68 countries, including entrepreneurs, business administrators, marketing experts, medical professionals, scientists, lawyers, diplomats and life coaches. She has an active community of more than 200,000 followers via her Confident English blog and YouTube channel. Her next Fluency School course starts November 2. Get a FREE sneak peek starting October

Episode 114 I think one of my favorite parts of this episode with Emily Stulmen Klein is that moment of realizing you are choosing your life. Emily's realization and subsequent lessons and life choices are the epitome of recognition of your own responsibility in your own life. Not only that, she is so much fun, raucous and irreverent. My favorite type! Emily Stulman Klein, founder of Live a Joyful Life, is a Joyologist (positivity expert + joyful life coach), author and chef. Emily’s 25 years of experience in personal development and fulfillment have made her an authority on helping women (and heart-centered men) to stop comparing and start living even when life doesn’t look like the brochure. Emily works with clients both live and virtually, one to one and in groups. Emily lives in Montclair, NJ with her 12 year old daughter, their large brown dog and small gray bunny. You can find Emily here and Facebook.

Episode 113 Welcome in to the newest segment of Women are the Journey! I am so excited to share with you the toe dipping in the water of the Expert's Series. I am going to dip that toe in with my new Resident Expert; Judith Reitz. This is a series scheduled to become a regular part of the podcast for season 3 next year! To start us off, Judith Reitz, will be in the room discussing the main themes of the problems that arise working as a woman entrepreneur. This week, she will be discussing Fear of Success. We hear a lot about the fear of failure and while that is a thing, the bigger issue, in my opinion, is the fear of success. It holds us back and weighs on us and keeps us from being all that we can be. Judith takes apart what success means, how we define it and then comes the big questions; do we really want it? Does it give us fulfillment? Judith provides us with her favorite quote on the subject: There is only one success - to be able to spend your life in your own way. ~ Christopher Morley Judith Reitz

Episode 112 Oh my goodness! The actual goodness from this interview with Dr. Judy Butler is incredible. She offers up an End of Life Manuel for adult children of aging parents. I know it is something I think about and worry about myself. I hope to be as prepared as Judy can make me! She is a font of wisdom and common sense and I could listen to her talk all day. Dr. Judy Butler is a certified Pastoral Psychotherapist in private practice, who consults with, counsels and coaches Adult Children of Aging Parents, members of the “Sandwich Generation”, Caregivers, and Senior Adults interested in 2nd half and end of life planning. Judy is a member of the American Association of Pastoral Counselors, a certified Spiritual Director, ordained clergy, a speaker, and a teacher with years of experience and many thousands of hours of practical application. Her passion for working with senior adults and their adult children and caregivers grew out of her own experiences as a caregiver for her parents, congregational pasto

Episode 111 This week I have the lovely and talented Joyce Blue in the room with me. Joyce's journey from learning and forgetting and learning again. Managing money in a masculine world and living on the roller coaster gave her a unique view of women and how we deal with, flow with and be with; money. Building a relationship with money and how to do that is brilliant and part of what she teaches. Joyce Blue is a certified transformational business, mindset, life & Rapid Results coach who helps women break free of self-esteem issues and take consistent action to become financially fit, emotionally secure, and more confident so they can live the lives they love, even if they have been struggling for years. She is passionate about empowering women entrepreneurs to master their relationship with money so all of their relationships can thrive. Joyce is an International and Amazon #1 bestselling author. To get the free gift that Joyce talks about at the end on re-framing and releasing your limiting money be

Episode 110 Welcome into another episode of Women are the Journey and this week's tastiness with Sheri Sutherland. My favorite quote from her was; The more honest we can be with ourselves about ourselves, the better chance we have of truly transforming our life. She is all about helping women be honest with themselves, she has been there and done that. Sheri Sutherland of Tranquility Soul Spa loves to help women make the shift from stressed out to blissed out. Together, they create a solid base of healthy self-esteem, self-confidence, and self-love, that helps them find real joy, happiness, and bliss in their lives. You can find Sheri's free ebook, Stop Torturing Yourself & Find Your Happiness, here. Find your perfect Patreon level here!

Episode 109 I have been a part of Elizabeth Purvis's world for a few years. She was a solid introduction of magic into my business. I loved her way of looking at the world and loved how she was so brave and willing to share all of herself. Fortunately for you, she is in the room and willing to share herself even more. Elizabeth shares the journey of so many of us, the journey of purpose. What are we here for? What am I doing with myself?! Coming from an engineering background combining with magic on the side, she found that purpose and then some. We talk about the shifts needed to BE the person that can be in the shift you want to create. How living in the can't does not mean you can't and living in the knowledge that this is possible. No. Matter. What. It is a fantastic interview and you will love it. A combination of magic and science. Feminine and masculine. And diving deep into you. Elizabeth Purvis is a success mentor and teacher of magic and Universal Law to thousands of women around the world. She i