"So many things in my life that I had thought were impossible became possible. WHY? because I started trying, I had to, I had no choice, when you feel as though you have lost everything you suddenly have NOTHING TO LOSE!

So I stopped worrying about the consequences, the "what if's" and really started living."

Strong and inspirational words from my latest guest, Louise Wilson. She is a Mystic, Healer, Entrepreneur and Business Coach and has over 30 years experience in consulting, finance, spirituality, and business having launched her own retail store, retreat center, and coaching and healing practice.

Having gone through multiple major shifts in her life, she found herself letting go of her fears and started her journey on spiritual path and self-discovery. From struggling with Dyslexia at a young age, to having separated from her first husband and working at a job that she didn't love, Louise had her back against the wall and realized there's nothing to lose so she decided to st...

 I really can't believe it's been one whole year of following my intuition and what my heart desires! Maybe I should refer to it as my Purpose-versary!!!

The card I pulled for this episode, "Door to Value," is just more evidence that I am where I am - the last day of my most successful month in the business I started almost 2 years ago - by simply trusting the process.

It's definitely easier said than done!!! I remember the fear I had when I was contemplating my decision to quit my 6 figure "cushy" job near the end of 2019. And I remember all of the frustrations over the course of the year when I hit obstacles and missed some of the goals I had set. But I kept going and trusting because I knew the obstacles were just taking me further down the path to my purpose and closer to where I was meant to go.

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Joy Pereira is the Founder and Chief Creator at Joy Pereira Creative, where she mentors and guides employees, new entrepreneurs and business owners to take action, pivot, develop unique ideas, passion projects and side hustles; to achieve creative growth, momentum and establish new foundations, through online programs, 1 on 1 and creative frameworks in the digital space.

She also facilitates online communities to collaborate, connect and transform their careers and lives by supporting women to be seen on social media and Go Live on camera to amplify their work, life and business and brings a wealth of diverse production experience, creative leadership, technical expertise, and processes that include well-being and mindfulness practices.

Joy has worked across a diverse range of productions over the last 23 years at the iconic Sydney Opera House. Her theatrical and event experience as a Production Stage Manager at the forefront of performance, has seen her lead and deliver thousands...

Two such simple and seemingly insignificant words, but when you drill down into the definitions of each, you get how they have a lot of power to the subconscious mind.

How often do you use the word "want?" And is it keeping you stuck in a lack mindset?

Now you know this simple little trick by catching it when you think it and quickly replacing it with the word "desire" which will shift you into a more detached and abundant state.

This has created quite a shift for me so of course I am sharing it with YOU! I hope it helps!!!

If you'd like to connect or reach out to ME, you can find me at:
Website: https://www.notyouraveragegrandma.com/
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Do what you love and find your joy! This episode is a great reminder to all of us that we have no idea what will happen when we just do the things we love. And when we do, the universe responds and opportunities open up.

My guest Nancy Nelson has an inspirational story of a late in life business that fell into her lap when she wasn't even looking! It all started with her love for crafts and wanting to find a unique birthday gift for her grandson.

So she found an old kid's table at a thrift store and dressed it up with a colorful mosaic. Little did she know, that the gift, which she posted on social media, would lead to lots of compliments and a business idea, as people started to notice and appreciate her work.

To see Nancy’s work and connect with her, you can reach her through:

Website: https://www.whimsiesbyjubilee.com/
Instagram: https://instagram.com/whimsiesbyjubilee/

If you'd like to connect or reach out to ME, you can find me at:

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I am passionate about helping women find purpose - to uncover what they came here to do so they can live a more lit up rest-of-life. If you are searching for more purpose and the deep internal fulfillment that finding and living it will bring, reach out and let's chat. You can find me at the links below.

If you're curious about the book I was quoting from on today's episode, "A Happy Pocket Full of Money," by David Cameron Gikandi, you can find it on Amazon here.

Read it! It will change how you think and hopefully how you choose go forward in life!!!

If you'd like to connect or reach out to ME, you can find me at:
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After a 30-year career in telecommunications, where she authored magazine articles, white papers, and technical assessment reports, in this week’s episode, my guest Heidi Herman turned to fiction writing full-time, as inspired by her mother’s example. She likes to call herself a second-generation life adventurer, a philosophy she learned from her exuberant Icelandic mother. Whether it's learning to fly an airplane, paragliding in Iceland, or attempting to create recipes to make vegetables tasty, Heidi believes every experience in life is to be savored.

Listen as she shared her story on how she jumped into early retirement to pursue her passion in writing fiction. Not only that, she also opened up about the impact of her father's cancer diagnosis; stage three esophageal cancer at the age of 88. He beat the odds and overcame it, which altered Heidi’s thinking to balance more 'responsible living' with 'enjoyable living' and making the best out of your life.

Her work as an author w...

What a great story of commitment and perseverance! I have no doubt you will be inspired by the changes Heidi has made, over a very short time this summer, and is now waking up motivated and energized.

Please reach out to Heidi on social media if you like this episode and let her know. And if you're curious about her podcast "Acres of Life Lessons" and would like to listen, you can find it here.

Don't forget to leave her a review!

Facebook: www.facebook.com/heidi.riter

If you'd like to connect or reach out to ME, you can find me at:
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In this episode, I go over the 3 big mistakes people make when using Affirmations. I did them wrong for a long time and could never figure out why they didn't seem to work.

So if you're doing them, but don't feel they're "working," try these simple tweaks and see what happens. You might be pleasantly surprised! 

If you'd like to check out the ThinkUp app I mentioned, the links to download the app are below. 

Apple device: https://apps.apple.com/us/app/thinkup-positive-affirmations/id906660772

Android device: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.think.up&hl=en

I'm always looking for interesting guests so if you have a great midlife story of transformation to share or know of someone who does, let's connect!
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Today you'll hear an inspirational story from Esta McIntyre who dealt with a lifetime of weight challenges due to the bad habits passed down to her by her obese parents. But the late-in-life fitness transformation she shares just goes to show you that it's never too late to get in shape OR start a new career. 

Esta is 65 years young, a food lover and non-enthusiastic exerciser. She is very passionate and committed in helping people find their “Custom Fitness Blueprint" in achieving their fitness goals. 

She's also the founder of My Health Studio in Westlake Village, a 15 year old boutique fitness and wellness studio offering the finest in group, semi-private and private fitness, CPR and wellness education.

Her story is a true evidence that determination and strong mindset is the key to achieving whatever you desire. She completed her training from the National Academy of Sports Medicine, Precision Nutrition as well as many other respected accredited institutions. But what I love ...