Episodes
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Episode 14: Learn to Ride the Waves of Emotions: mini-intro to the book Emotional Agility by Susan David, PhD
In the mini-episode I explore a few of the intro concepts in the book, Emotional Agility by Susan David PhD. I challenge you to explore how you can get quiet and practice the 4 processes of emotional agility that she writes about in Chapter 1. I invite you to imagine what life would be like if…
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Episode 13 : Interview with Celia Alario: Sustainable Life Affirming Work and the Sacred Space of Coaching
In this episode I talk with fellow ADAPT Health Coach, Celia Alario, about her recent discoveries on what it means to develop a sustainable journey of social justice communications and coaching work, as well as the sacred space held between coach and client. Learn more about Celia here on…
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Episode 12: Cultivating the Gift of Self-Compassion
Have you ever noticed that you might just be, "your own worst enemy?" Over the last few weeks, more and more of my clients have said this very phrase, giving me pause and diving into more resources on self-compassion. I've discovered the amazing work of Tara Brach, and her RAIN meditation…
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Episode 11: Strengthsfest with Liz Goulding, NBC-HWC
What happens when two coaches who work with strengths get together? It's a strengthsfest! We end up coaching each other, talking about motivation and much more! We also talk a lot about the nuances and intentionality of using strengths to be our best selves! Actually, Liz Goulding is an…
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Episode 10: Embracing the Gray: a Key to Flourishing
As humans, we crave certainty, and this need to be sure leads us to black and white thinking in a world where many answers lie in the gray. How can we live with less stress and more joy? I believe that it's by building the belief and confidence in ourselves that we can handle uncertainty and...
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Episode 9: Strengths, Shadow Sides, and the Mystery of Motivation with Allegra Stein
In this episode I have the pleasure of talking with one of my mentors, Allegra Stein, Certified YouMap Coach and creator of the community for coaches, Misfit to Maverick. We talk about how we understand strengths, values and the way they work together, as well as what happens when we can notice…
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What's Important to You? Emotions as Clues, Boundaries as Gatekeepers
This episode is a reflection on living a flourishing life by protecting what's important to us. A couple of key points to reflect on: Our values are what's important to us Our emotions let us know when we might be not living in accordance to what we truly want( our values in action) Our…
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Episode 7: Curiosity: Superpower or Killed the Cat?
In this solo episode I dive into some of the benefits of curiosity shared in this article from Greater Good Science Center. I invite you to think about how curiosity can help you navigate your emotional life with more space and ease. I mention this amazing 2 part Dare to Lead podcast from Brene...
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Episode 6: What do Comedy and Coaching have in Common? Interview with Mentor Coach and Comedian, Betsy Salkind
In this episode I talk with my amazing coach, Mentor Coach and comedian, Betsy Salkind. We talk about the interesting intersections of coaching and comedy, using different strengths and skills in different contexts, and what she's looking forward to when we can "hug people" again. Check out more...
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Episode 5: Strengths, Habits, and Shadow Sides during COVID-19:Interview with Co-worker and Friend, Emily Nadler
In this episode, I chat with my coworker, Emily, about how she's finding bright spots during this strange time, nearly a year into COVID-19 and still working from home. We chat about how habit stacking and accountability can help when regular routines aren't present and how she uses her VIA...
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Episode 3: Just Show up! How Habits and Strengths can Reduce Overwhelm and Empower Us
Let's face it. Some days are just hard. Since COVID-19 struck, I've had more unmotivated, overwhelmed mornings than I care to admit. I know I'm not alone. In this episode I share how I took that, "I don't want to get out of bed, resounding 'NO' feeling, explored it, and turned my day around.…
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Episode 2: The Magic of Honoring Your Own Needs; Self-love, Hope, and Creative Collaboration with Katie Kaufmann, Health Coach
In this episode I talk with fellow ADAPT Certified Health and Wellness Coach, Katie Kaufmann about her own healing journey, the magic of taking time to honor our own needs in both big and small ways, and how coaching is a collaborative experience between coach and client. Katie will share her...
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Why Strengths? An Introduction to Joan Young, The Strengths Whisperer
In this episode I share: My background in becoming The Strengths Whisperer The VIA: Values in Action Character Strengths Research on Character Strengths: (see articles below) An invitation to take the Via Character Strengths Inventory An invitation to download my free 30 Day Strengths for...
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Introducing The Strengths Whisperer
This intro episode is simply to let you know what to expect from "The Strengths Whisperer." After the last couple years of working with clients to reach their goals, grow their self-compassion and live greater fuller lives by putting their strengths to work, I decided to share my gems with a…
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About this show
National Board Certified Health and Wellness Coach helps listeners learn how to put their strengths to use in reaching their goals and growing into their best selves.
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Joan Young
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