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Building a Lasting Marriage and Relationship with Jocelyn and Aaron Freeman Aug 02, 2021

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In this week's episode, I sit down with sought-after Couples Coaches Jocelyn and Aaron Freeman.

They are authors of The New Power Couple and The Argument Hangover®, and founded and launched Empowered Couples University: an online university where busy couples unlearn unhealthy patterns and gain modern relationship skills.

They have worked with celebrity couples, public figures and thousands of couples around the world. They have shared the stage with Tony Robbins, were nominated as Arizona's 40 Under 40 Influencers, and have been featured in national media for teaching couples modern, practical skills and tools to work together through any life challenge- reaching over 809,000 people around the world.

Listen in as we talk about:

Why communication is needed in conflict
How to understand and argue smartly
How to create agreements for times of conflict

Jocelyn and Aaron Freeman have led over 42 sold-out live events for couples in Arizona and host one of the top relationship podcasts on iTunes.

They are passionate about training and leading future relationship coaches and have an accredited coaching certification program.

Jocelyn & Aaron Freeman are ordained, and their vision is to make 'relationship development' the new 'personal development' and to lower the divorce rate in their lifetime.

Resources mentioned in the episode:

Get $200 of bonus resources (including a conflict and communication course + workbook) when you order the book, The Argument Hangover. Claim bonuses here.
Schedule a discounted, introductory Couples Session

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Over-Parenting is Harming Your Kids with Julie Lythcott-Haims Jul 26, 2021

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In this week's episode, I sit down with Julie Lythcott-Haims, the New York Times bestselling author of the anti-helicopter parenting manifesto How to Raise an Adult which gave rise to a TED Talk that has more than 5 million views.

Julie believes in humans and is deeply interested in what gets in our way.

Her second book is the critically-acclaimed and award-winning prose poetry memoir Real American, which illustrates her experience as a Black and biracial person in white spaces. A third book, Your Turn: How to Be an Adult, is out now.

Listen in as we talk about:

The boundary between letting your kids do things for themselves and you doing it for them
The four-step method to teaching any child any skill
Why we over-parent and why it's detrimental to our kids' success
How to step outside of your comfort zone and live on purpose

Julie is a former corporate lawyer and Stanford dean, and she holds a BA from Stanford, a JD from Harvard, and an MFA in Writing from California College of the Arts. She serves on the board of Common Sense Media, and on the advisory board of LeanIn.Org, and she is a former board member at Foundation for a College Education, Global Citizen Year, The Writers Grotto, and Challenge Success. She volunteers with the hospital program No One Dies Alone.

She lives in the San Francisco Bay Area with her partner of over thirty years, their itinerant young adults, and her mother.

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Clean Beauty: It's More Than Skin Deep with Catie Wiggy Jul 19, 2021

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In this week's episode, I sit down with Catie Wiggy, the clean beauty product formulator and Licensed Master Esthetician that I trust most when it comes to what we put on our skin.

Catie is a respected expert in the beauty industry with over 15+ years of experience in her field. She's one of the driving forces behind increased consumer awareness for natural products and the promotion of clean, sustainable brands.

Currently the Vice President of Marketing and Product Innovation for French Transit (brands MyCHELLE Dermaceuticals®, CRYSTAL™ Natural Deodorant, and Luster Premium White™), Catie is a leading consumer packaged goods expert.

Her passion and belief in safe, non-toxic, yet effective products, along with her deep understanding of plant-based ingredients and professional skincare, gives her a competitive advantage and knowledge within the clean beauty market and natural products industry.

Listen in as we talk about:

What we specifically need to look out for in our skin and hair care products
Signs that you're using the right products
Skincare routines that show results
The difference between antiperspirant and deodorant

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Modern Day Etiquette "Dos" and "Don'ts" with Thomas P. Farley Jul 12, 2021

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In this week's episode, I sat down with my go-to on all things etiquette, Thomas P. Farley, Mister Manners, who is America's trusted etiquette expert.

A keynote speaker, workshop leader, syndicated columnist and TV commentator, he inspires audiences of all types to master essential communication strategies for success in the workplace—and in life.

We talk about how etiquette has evolved over the years, and if it's still important to write hand-written thank you notes.

Hear more on this, and:

What modern etiquette is
Examples of types of etiquette that have changed and are acceptable
Online etiquette and manners
Etiquette changes due to the pandemic

Thomas' business-etiquette, customer-service and communication programs—both in-person and virtual—are engaging and memorable, offering strategies for getting along and getting ahead in the modern era.

His weekly column, "Ask Mister Manners," appears in Tribune publications throughout the United States, including the Chicago Tribune, the Baltimore Sun, the New York Daily News and beyond.

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Why I Decided to Start Over and Three Tips to Make a Life Change with Natalie Tysdal Jul 05, 2021

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In this week's episode, I wanted to hop on here for this solo episode to share a bit about myself, my story, and why I decided to take this leap of faith into what I'm doing now.

I share with you why topics like health, family and mindset are so important to me, truthfully they're a natural fit after the years I have spent reporting on stories about this.

Thank you for joining me each week on the podcast! I'm so grateful that you're here and that we're on this journey together.

Listen in as I talk about:

Why I made the decision to leave the news
Why I'm focusing on health, family and mindset
Three things to consider when making a change in your life

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Why Teenage Girls are More Vulnerable Today than Ever Before with Krista DeYoung Jun 28, 2021

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In this week's episode, I chat with Krista DeYoung, who is the founder of Girl Above.

Krista specializes in mentoring adolescent girls and parents, is a certified life coach and is currently in the Masters in Counseling program at CCU.

Since launching Girl Above in 2015, Krista has had the opportunity to speak with thousands of young women about the underlying issues driving their pain and helping them determine tangible ways to grow and heal.

I love this conversation with Krista because we touched on so many points that are so important for parents to understand as we support them through their teenage years.

As a mother of two teenage girls myself, I found it so impactful.

Listen in as we talk about:

The impact of social media on teenage girls
Why our teenagers stop talking to us
The best approach to starting conversations with your teens
How to support them with their permission

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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/girlabove
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/girlabove/
https://girlabove.com/

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Helping Women Rise with Chandra Sanders, The Mom Project Jun 21, 2021

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In this week's episode, I chat with Chandra Sanders, Director of RISE at The Mom Project.

Chandra Sanders is a Diversity, Equity & Inclusion champion on a mission to create economic opportunities for moms and women of color. Chandra is a former high school Spanish teacher turned Fortune 100 Senior Tech Consultant, committed to helping moms and women of color challenge stereotypical representation in the workplace and gain access to greater economic opportunities and influence.

Currently, as the Program Director for RISE, she is on a mission to empower moms and women of color through a variety of transformative programs.

I'm so grateful that Chandra shared her wisdom and insight with us around how moms can get back into the workforce, and really tap into what they really want to be doing, all while taking care of their kids and families.

Listen in as Chandra and Natalie talk about:

The shift that needs to happen to get more moms back into the workforce
Tips to approach asking for flexibility in the workplace
Why modeling behaviors for your kids will help them grow as people
What their RISE program offers moms, and how it truly transforms their lives

Additional Resources:

Go to momproject.org to apply for the RISE reskilling initiative
Feature in Glamour Magazine: https://www.glamour.com/sponsored/story/daring-to-disrupt-chandra-sanders?_ga=2.184258022.1789725953.1619729824-208310837.1615304928
The Mom Project: https://www.nbcnews.com/now/video/the-mom-project-helping-working-moms-start-over-during-the-pandemic-111524933868

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Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/themomprojectus/?ref=hl
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-mom-project/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the_mom_project/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/The_Mom_Project
https://themomproject.com

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Setting Your Kids Up for Success Before College with Jill and Dave Henry Jun 14, 2021

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In this week's episode, Natalie chats with Jill and Dave Henry, authors of the new book called The Greatest College Health Guide You Never Knew You Needed.

Jill and Dave Henry met coaching high school sports in Los Angeles and have been working with teens for nearly fifteen years. With every graduating class, they've fielded their student-athletes' concerns about the transition to college. Determined to help, the Henrys decided to leverage their combined professional skills in research, study design, data analysis, and storytelling (Jill is a veteran statistics teacher, Dave is a Peabody-award winning TV and film editor) to create an entertaining yet informative resource with the goal of preparing all students to enjoy college without sacrificing their health.

The book was written with one goal in mind: to help students take care of their physical, mental, and emotional health when on their own for the very first time.

Listen in as Jill, Dave and Natalie talk about:

The need of health and fitness education in kids
How to set healthy habits before kids go off to college
Tips to deal with stress
How to reframe failure

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Creating Financial Wellness with Sandra Grahame Jun 07, 2021

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There's so much more than meets the eye when it comes to financial wellness, and on today's episode Natalie and Sandra Grahame talk about what it means to be financially sound.

Transforming her own financial situation landed Sandra on Oprah's stage. After co-authoring two books with Random House and being featured on the Today Show, The New York Times, CNN, and more, Sandra has spent the past 13 years helping thousands of women achieve life changing financial goals.

Of all of the lessons Sandra has learned on her amazing journey, the most important one is this; when we get honest about our dreams and our money and support one another - we become richer together, and there's nothing that can stop us.

Listen in as Sandra and Natalie talk about:

Why financial wellness is so much deeper than your bank account
How money impacts the body and your overall wellness
Tips to taking the overwhelm out of your finances
Tips to spend more consciously

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How to Get Unstuck and Reach Your Full Potential with Samantha Ettus May 31, 2021

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On this week's podcast episode, Natalie chats with Samantha Ettus, who has devoted her career to advocating and supporting women in the pursuit of their dreams.

In Sam's quest to help women achieve financial independence, she launched Park Place Payments, a company disrupting the payment processing industry with a new kind of sales force.

Sam co-founded The Los Angeles Women's Collective, aimed at supporting women to run for office nationally and win. She serves on the advisory board of the Forbes School of Business and Technology. Sam lives in Los Angeles with her husband and three children.

Listen in as Sam and Natalie talk about:

The first steps to take once you acknowledge you're stuck
Why it's important for moms to work outside of the home
The inspiration behind launching Park Place Payments
How to continuously learn and grow, and set goals that are aligned
Tips to take back the significance of pivoting and imposter syndrome

Since earning her undergraduate and MBA degrees from Harvard, Sam has become a best-selling author of five books, a renowned speaker and co-host of What's Her Story With Sam & Amy. Sam's most recent book is The Pie Life: A Guilt Free Recipe for Success and Satisfaction. She writes a popular weekly work/life newsletter on the same topic.

Sam makes regular national television appearances on shows including NBC News, The Doctors, Access Hollywood, Good Morning America, Dr. Phil and the TODAY Show, among others. She has been featured and quoted in The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, USA Today, Inc, Fast Company and Success Magazine. She was the host of leading Internet talk show Obsessed TV, which she created and produced with entrepreneur Gary Vaynerchuk.

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