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If you are like me and you've held off from sharing good news about awards and accomplishments because you were worried that you would sound conceited or sound like you're bragging, listen up. The people in our lives want to hear about the good things that happen to us, just like they want to support us during the bad. Speaking out about those achievements and good things feeds your brain to empower you and that is a very healthy mindset loop as well. So next time you earn...
As you start to experience more mindset transformation, a key practice will be setting your intentions. This could be your intention for the day, for a meeting, for a goal, for your business, for a relationship... so many th...
Body language is called a language because we are communicating to other people with the way we hold our bodies and how we take up space. In one of my favorite Ted Talks, Amy Cuddy says that we are also communicating with ou...
If you're anything like me, you've heard that meditation is powerful and you've thought about trying it, but you don't really know how to get started. What is the right way to meditate? Why is meditation so powerful for mindfulness? Is it really a self-care strategy that you should make time for? Let's talk about it. Angela Smith, Meditation Teacher, joins me on today's episode to explain how meditation is powerful for our brains and our mind-body connection. Sh…
It's so common for us to sit too long at work and to have basically a sedentary lifestyle. You may workout regularly (I do), but does that mean that you are getting enough movement in your daily life? It often doesn't. Let's talk about the health issues that come from sitting too much at work and during each day: higher risk of heart disease, obesity, stress, and more. And then let's talk about what you can do. You can add movement at lunchtime and every hour.&...
Whether you're in a long relationship or a new one, there are some principles that will help us all navigate the journey of keeping our romantic relationships healthy and strong. Dr. Jackie Black joins me this week to share her expertise on midlife relationships. Are you falling victim to "best friend syndrome" or are you still a "we" with healthy intimacy? Let's talk about it. Dr. Jackie shares some excellent tips on what we can do to foster healthy communicati…
We lose touch with people. We wonder if it's a good idea to reach out to an old friend, or a colleague we haven't spoken to in a while, or a family member we haven't seen in a long time. It's a good idea. Let's talk about why that person may have popped into your head, why it's a good idea to follow your gut feeling or instinct, and how to reach out. This is not about wanting something from them; this is about brightening someone's day like yours would be i…
"I am enough" is something we say, we remind ourselves of, and we post on social media. But does this mean that we are just enough... barely... or does this mean that we are worthy and empowered? I say it matters whether you use this phrase to compare yourself to others (not ideal) or to make a powerful statement that you are exactly who you're meant to be. Throughout the episode, I'll share personal anecdotes, insights, and practical tips on how to cultivate a mindset of…
You want some help with a concern, or you're feeling burned out, or you are so stressed lately that it can't be ok to live this way. You want to find a coach... or do you want to find a counselor or therapist? When should you see a counselor? When should you use a coach? When do you need a therapist? Let's talk about it. One approach looks back and inward and one approach looks forward and outward. Find all the OMG Teach Me resources at www.omgteachme.com and make s...
Ever feel like stress is running the show? Well, it might just be your adrenal glands working overtime. Located on top of your kidneys, these little guys pump out cortisol, your body's stress hormone. When stress becomes chro...
We rush at a FAST pace through our tasks and our days sometimes. We open a message or an email, take a quick look, fire off a reply, and move on. But then there are misunderstandings, or no one has answered the full set of q...
Rest. It's a popular topic today, especially in a world where we are often overwhelmed and overstimulated with work, with environmental stimuli, with people (or people-ing as my friend likes to say). Cherry Poon-Crowie joins me today to share with us what the seven types of rest are and why they make a powerful difference in our bodies, our emotions, and our mental state. We know we need to rest, but what if laying on the couch watching Netflix is not actually the rest our...
Credit cards, minimum payments, credit card debt, interest rates... ahhhh! Let's take five minutes and make it all make sense. Credit cards are powerful financial tools, and at the same time they can cost you a lot of extra money if you aren't paying bills on time and if you are only making the minimum payment. If this has intrigued you, listen to the series on money, OMG Teach Me episode 29 on budgeting and episode 30 on money mindset. Find all the podcast info, spe...
A year ago, I started a podcast. I love it. I'm thrilled to have done it. And yet, I started without any idea of how it would go and where I would be after a year. Every time we start a new business or a new hobby or try a new activity or learn a new concept, we learn lessons that apply to all different parts of life. This week I'm sharing what I've learned in a year of podcasting, and how those lessons will matter for you. Let's talk about: Perspective -...
I'm taking inspiration from Nate Bargatze today! He recently talked about having to pay more attention to what he eats now that he's in his 40s... because what we eat really affects how we feel. Yes. That's true. Let's talk about the ways we might justify how we're feeling instead of realizing that a certain food or drink or habit could have caused it. The most important thing is understanding how different foods affect your own body - and your energy level and sleep…
There are five types of hunger... and four of them are emotional hunger. Jennifer Dent Brown, Health and Life Coach, joins me today to walk through what hunger feels like and how to recognize the type of hunger you are feelin...
It's healthy to go outside - even for a few minutes - even right where you are. More time and more greenery (lake or beach, anyone?) is even better! Let's talk about why just stepping out of doors is so powerful for your brain, your body, your heart, and your sleep. Step outside for your health. Find all the podcast info, special offers, music lists and episodes at www.omgteachme.com and find @omgteachme on Instagram as well. I'll see you here every Tuesday and Friday! Text me…
It's week 3 of our three week *know yourself* series! This week is about one of my favorite ways to understand our personalities, motivations, and fears... and that is the enneagram. Take a look at the picture below as you listen in today. Wendy Montgomery, Life Coach, joins me today to walk through each of the 9 enneagram types. We're adding special emphasis on the core fears, core motivations, wounding messages, and healing messages for each type - and I believe this is w...
Sometimes the things we learn in elementary school stick with us... Today I'm sharing with you the full body relaxation exercise I learned when I was about 10 years old and still use today. When you are struggling to fall asleep or you simply know that you're carrying a lot of stress in your body and you need a method for relaxing and calming your body, I'm here for you! Relaxation is powerful and might be easier than you think. Find all the podcast info, special of...
Robin S sings, "Words are so easy to say... You've got to show me love!" How do you show love (or appreciation or friendship)? Often we express our love in the ways that we like to receive love. It's so much more powerful and meaningful if we express love in the way that the other person best feels and receives it. And that brings us to Gary Chapman's Five Love Languages: Words of AffirmationQuality TimeReceiving GiftsActs of ServicePhysical TouchThis week we're…
Today! It happens to be a Take Five Friday and also International Women's Day, so I have a couple of quick messages for you as we celebrate the achievements of women. We have come SOOOO far as women. Just take a look back 50 to 100 years and you can absolutely see the gains. Women's Day is not Anti-Men Day.Are you the main character in your life? Of all the things we do to hold ourselves back, this is one of the ones that I get most passionate about. You are the main characte...
Leadership - let's talk about it. Every single person who has the desire to do so can be a leader. We lead ourselves, and we can choose to lead others - whether we have a title that says so or not. Breanne Sufrin of The Leadership HQ joins me today to talk about leadership. We'll look at what the key skills are that leaders need (communication, confidence, and the ability to handle conflict). We'll walk through the Gallup StrengthsFinder and what your top (and...
Welcome to your Friday Take Five moment! Each week I'll share a short episode for you with smart tips, life lessons, funny stories, or empowering quotes. I think we all need a quick boost sometimes. Make sure to share this with others - grab a screen shot and share on your social media. Let's talk about glimmers - if we can train our brains to look for tiny moments of joy and happiness throughout the day, our brains start to do that more and more often. And guess wha...
I feel like I'm disappearing... Who am I? Midlife can be a time of feeling a little bit lost. The ways that we organized our days and determined our value may be changing. The world may see us differently (can you say ageism?). No matter what... no matter when... we are worthy. Worthiness is the quality of being good enough. We have value, and we matter. Worthiness coach Jillie Johnston joins me today to chat about worthiness in midlife, and you wi...