I Have Things to Say

Episodes

1. 24

   The Problem With “Hustle”

   Today we talk about “Hustle” vs. “Slow.” I have a hard time with the word “Hustle” It’s a label we seem to strive for—especially in the entrepreneur world. It’s not a bad word! But it’s a word or a way of life we put on a pedestal—then we deal with massive guilt if we find ourselves in a moment...

   Mar 22, 2019

   44m
2. 23

   Make Good Choices

   This episode is inspired by watching “Botched Up Bodies” and “Surviving R. Kelly” and what weighs heavy on my heart as a result. We too often make bad choices. I’m talking about just doing really dumb—or blatantly wrong—with a justification or rationalization that we feel makes it…

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   Feb 27, 2019

   50m
3. 22

   The Recipe for Feeling Un-Loved

   This episode is strategically placed AFTER Valentine’s Day. It’s a day when you either feel exceptionally loved—or tragically UN-loved. Did you know? “Feeling” unloved doesn’t mean you “are” unloved. Today we’ll talk about the recipe of behavior that can lead to us feeling unloved—and how we can...

   Feb 15, 2019

   38m
4. 21

   Speak Up!

   Today’s episode is inspired again in part by ShineText.com and of course, my own thoughts and feelings. Are you ever afraid to say what you think and feel? Today we talk about how you deserve to be heard. But so often, we let our fear of how others will interpret what we say keep us from saying...

   Feb 7, 2019

   45m
5. 20

   Busting Buzzwords—I’m Not Toxic, You Are

   Today we celebrate our 20th Episode and surpassing 1,000 listens!!! Hooray! We also add another installment of Busting Buzzwords. We’ll talk about an all-too-common label for people we don’t want in our lives these days: Toxic Is it accurate? WHEN is it accurate? If I say it first, does it mean…

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   Feb 1, 2019

   33m
6. 19

   40-Something is Awesome-Something

   Back after a week of laryngitis!! I had a birthday this week and reflected on my 40s far. If you are dreading turning 40 or being in your 40s, let me encourage you with this episode. Cuz 40-something is Awesome-Something. Like what you hear? Be sure your rate this show on your favorite podcast…

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   Jan 24, 2019

   20m
7. 18

   If You Can’t Do a Lot—Do a Little

   Overwhelmed? Overcommitted? Over-stressed? Over...EVERYTHING!?! Today’s episode is for you. When we have too much on our plate, we sometimes don’t get anything done. It creates anxiety. When we don’t get anything done, we feel like we let ourselves and others down. Teri shares how overwhelmed she...

   Jan 9, 2019

   27m
8. 17

   The “Skinny Girl” Talks Body Image

   I grew up a “skinny” girl. But guess what? Skinny girls have body image issues too. And I’m not “skinny” anymore. Today we look at our expectations for our bodies as we age, and how we use that to justify our self worth. We’ll also hear a reminder that you are YOU—no matter your size and how you...

   Jan 4, 2019

   59m
9. 16

   New Year Resolutions are Dumb

   I hate New Years resolutions. But that’s not the same as living life without purpose or goals and plans. In this episode, I’ll talk about why I think New Years resolutions are dumb. I’ll also talk about a different approach to making and keeping goals (this coming from a TERRIBLE goal-maker). And...

   Dec 27, 2018

   41m
10. 15

    Feel Your Feels

    Today we talk about our feelings. No really. Do you feel your feelings? Do you feel bad about how you feel? Do you struggle feeling like it’s okay to ask for help when you’re struggling? I’m a life-long guilt-sufferer. I even feel bad about how I feel sometimes. Let’s talk about what that means…

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    Dec 19, 2018

    39m
11. 14

    How Does Giving Make You Feel?

    It’s the Giving “Season”. But even when it’s not in season, how does giving make you feel? Today we’ll talk about when giving stresses you out and how you can give in other ways besides money and stuff. Shout again to shinetext.com for a little inspiration to add to my own. If you DO have the...

    Dec 13, 2018

    28m
12. 13

    Busting Buzzwords—Being Present

    Today we have another installment of our “Busting Buzzwords” series. We tackle the phrase “Being Present”. What does it mean? What SHOULD it mean? How do we misuse it in our lives? How can we make it work as intended? I might not have the answers. But I do have things to say about it.

    Dec 5, 2018

    37m
13. 12

    #ComplimentGoals

    How do you receive compliments? Do you give compliments freely? Today we talk about why it’s hard to receive compliments, why it’s hard to GIVE compliments, and how we can reach some #ComplimentGoals. Thanks again to shinetext.com for the inspiration.

    Nov 28, 2018

    36m
14. 11

    Let’s Talk Grief During the Holidays

    Not everyone has a “happy” Christmas. Hear a little about what you might experience if you are grieving during the holidays. And if you know someone who is grieving, learn a little about what you can do for them during the holidays.

    Nov 21, 2018

    50m
15. 10

    Single Splainin’ — Single for the Holidays

    Continuing our recurring series called “Single Splainin’” where I explain single life to the world, we look at being single during the holidays. Don’t feel sorry for us, y’all. But take a listen and see how holidays and being single might be different from holidays with a family, spouse, and kids.

    Nov 15, 2018

    29m
16. 9

    Busting Buzzwords: You’re Not a Hot Mess

    The first of a new recurring segment called Busting Buzzwords. Today we look at the term “Hot Mess” and talk about why we need to disown the term and the lifestyle. Like the podcast so far? Leave me a rating and review on the platform where you listen to me!

    Nov 10, 2018

    19m
17. 8

    Your Worst Day Won’t Last Forever

    When we’re in the middle of our worst “day” it can feel like it will last forever. I promise, it won’t. In this episode we talk about believing that there are better days beyond our worst. We also talk about showing up for those in the middle of those terrible days.

    Nov 6, 2018

    32m
18. 7

    You’re Not Awesome All the Time

    Today we talk about how personal development *should* work, and which reviews and feedback is the most honest for life and whatnot. Also, shoutout to #airbnb for being awesome. I get no money for mentioning them but you should use them for your travel stays anytime.

    Oct 30, 2018

    34m
19. 6

    It Happened on a Thursday

    In this episode, we talk about losing a sibling as adult. It’s a life-altering event. But you’re not alone.

    Oct 24, 2018

    35m
20. 5

    Longing for Belonging

    Today we OFFICIALLY launch into the poscast-osphere! We’ll talk about lacking the confidence to belong and how to own your space, whether it’s the same old space or a new frontier. Get your daily Shine texts at shinetext.com (PS: I’m not affiliated with Shine texts—I just like them.)

    Oct 22, 2018

    30m
21. 4

    Single ‘Splainin — The Single-preneur

    This episodes features the first of what will be a recurring feature: “Single ‘Splaining” where I explain life from a single person’ perspective. Today we talk about single entrepreneurs (Single-preneurs).

    Oct 19, 2018

    27m
22. 3

    Do They Know You’re Funny?

    In this episode we experience the life (so far) of an introvert—from childhood to adult-ish. We’ll also learn how special introverts are and how to care for your introvert.

    Oct 18, 2018

    46m
23. 2

    We Are Ready

    More nervous than in the first episode! The second episode talks about the pressure we put on ourselves to be perfect and delaying our next “thing” until we feel “ready”.

    Oct 17, 2018

    17m
24. 1

    What is Happening Here!?!?

    My first podcast episode! A little about me, what to expect, and some housekeeping. Here we go!

    Oct 16, 2018

    8m