Welcome to my Tent

In this episode of The Bite, Sarah gets candid about two pivotal moments where things not going to plan turned out to be the best thing that could have happened. She shares two poignant moments. Leaving her corporate career and her journey with infertility. She shares how the very things that felt devastating in the moment eventually led to transformation and clarity. It is about those moments that force us down paths we didn’t see coming. It is about the magic that can unfold when we trust we’re being rerouted and not rejected . Maybe you are in the middle of a big life shake up. Maybe you love a good butterfly effect story. Whatever it is, this episode is for you. What You’ll Hear About: Why leaving a corporate career wasn’t part of the plan but became a HUGE turning point in joy and vision. The emotional rollercoaster of IVF and how loss shaped a new beginning Learning to trust your intuition when everything feels uncertain Reframing rejection as redirection. Even when you can't see it in the moment. The reminder that it's okay to be in the middle of the mess You don’t need to rush to find the silver lining. Sometimes hindsight takes time. But chances are, a few years from now, you’ll look back and realize this wasn’t the end. It was the most beautiful beginning. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome back to THE BITE! In this episode, we explore what it means to become the bottleneck in your own life. Maybe you are launching something new, wearing all the hats, or chasing perfection so hard that it stalls your growth. We talk about it here. Sarah shares personal reflections from business ownership, solo entrepreneurship, navigating decision paralysis, fear of delegation, and the struggle of letting go. This episode is a vulnerable and practical look at how we unintentionally block our own growth. We also hear how to ease up on the tight tiny squeeze spaces. In this episode, you’ll hear: - The signs you're bottlenecking your own progress - The role perfectionism, indecision, and fear of delegation play - How to reframe your workload so it works with you not against you - Striking the balance between automation and human connection - Why being a bottleneck doesn’t mean you’re broken. It means you’re evolving Whether you're a solopreneur, creative, or someone just trying to get out of their own way, this one’s for you. Find Sarah on Instagram HERE Find Sarah's website HERE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome back to The Bite. The podcast that delivers sharp, honest insights in 15 minutes or less. In today’s episode, we’re diving into something so many of us tell ourselves: The MYTH of the catch up week. Spoiler alert. That week never actually arrives. What We’re Talking About: Why the concept of a “catch-up week” is a reactive trap, not a productive strategy How overcommitment and avoidance contribute to tasks rolling over again and again What it really means to build margin and intentionality into your week The power of eating the frog (aka tackling that one task you dread) And how to recognize when it’s time to let certain tasks or commitments go for good If you’ve ever found yourself praying for more hours in the day or feeling like you're always behind, this episode is your permission slip to reassess. You don’t need more time. You need better alignment and more breathing room. Connect with Sarah: Instagram: @sarahdjohnston Website: sarah-johnston.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We are SO BACK BABY!!! In a new format and a refreshed version. The Bite delivers quick episodes (around 15 minutes) for ambitious humans looking to create meaningful shifts. Hosted by Sarah Johnston, coach, strategist, mom, and mindset disruptor. Each episode dives into development, productivity, and perspective-building, helping listeners reconnect with themselves in the middle of their busy, messy, very real lives. Quick episodes, niched down, with purpose and power. Let's GO! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome back to a solo episode of The Welcome to my Tent Podcast. We are diving into the world of small habits and how they can lead to big changes Spoiler alert: It's not about building a rocket ship, but it might involve some Legos. Sarah kicks things off by explaining why mindset shifts can be trickier to notice than physical changes. For example, it's easier to feel sore muscles than to spot mindset shifts with your routines. The episode wraps up with a reminder that personal development doesn't always need to be a four-hour daily routine (because who has time for that?). Sometimes, it's about celebrating the small, unsexy moments – like making an egg sandwich when you'd rather be scrolling through food delivery apps. Sarah emphasizes the importance of consistency and trust-building in developing habits. It is a powerhouse combo to fuel you towards meaningful change. She encourages listeners to recognize the value of those five-minute actions that add up over time. Sarah signs off by sharing her experience of solo parenting for the week, proving that even when life throws some chaos, small habits can keep you on track. We will see you next week! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today on The Welcome to my Tent podcast, we're diving into the wild world of social media with the one and only Jera Bean. Jera is a social media strategist who's been through her fair share of platform changes, iterations of her brand, and experiences on the internet. Jera takes us on a journey through her evolution from 2015 to present day, ranging from fitness influencer to social media guru. Remember when Instagram was just sepia-toned hot dogs photos at baseball games? Yeah, those were simpler times. We chat about the struggles of authenticity in a world where your followers can simultaneously praise you for being genuine and accuse you of being a “fake” at the same time. We discuss the importance of knowing it’s okay to NOT please everyone, and why staying true to yourself is king. Jera drops some knowledge bombs about content creation, including her "content pillar trifecta" - expertise, business, and secret sauce. She dishes on her unique framework to help you show up on social confidently and as yourself. We dive into the world of video editing with Jera's "Video Editing Rodeo" course. She chats on why she created this, what the course entails, and how it is helping people find confidence in editing content for social. Jera shares her thoughts on embracing imperfection in content creation. It's time to get comfortable with "C-level" content, folks. We wrap up with a discussion on the ever-changing social media landscape. Spoiler alert: The algorithm isn't out to get you personally. So, saddle up and give this episode a listen. Jera is a wealth of knowledge in the social media space, and she wants to share that with you all! Find Jera on Instagram HERE Find Jera on TikTok HERE Get The Video Editing Rodeo HERE Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, our host dives into the murky waters of change. As we transition from summer to fall (or in Phoenix, from "hot" to "slightly less hot"), she explores why change can feel overwhelming, scary, and intimidating.  Sarah talks about the F-word – no, not that one, the other one: Failure. She explains why labeling setbacks as failures is hindering your progress. Instead, she encourages us to view these moments as feedback, turning our "oops" into "ooh, interesting!" The episode dives into the long-term vs. short-term mindset, reminding us that personal growth isn't a quick fix (sorry). It takes time, patience, and a lot of introspection.  Our host shares some nuggets of wisdom from her therapy sessions, including the counterintuitive idea that feeling uncomfortable means you're doing it right. Which seems unfair, but whatever.  Finally, she leaves us with a party analogy that'll make you rethink how you deal with uncomfortable feelings. Spoiler alert: it doesn't involve hiding behind the potted plants all night. This episode offers a fresh perspective on embracing the chaos of personal development. Buckle up, drop some f-bombs, and let’s get to changing!  Thanks for listening! To follow along, please find me on instagram HERE, my personal website HERE, or my TikTik HERE. Music for "Welcome to my Tent" by Rick Sniegowski Graphics for "Welcome to my Tent" by Sam Sniegowski Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Sarah Johnston interviews Dara Erck, the founder of Sam and Leo, a company creating clean teen products with a focus on mental health.  What do we chat about?  Dara's previous career in global healthTransition to entrepreneurship during the pandemic Identifying a gap in the market for clean teen products. The Incredible Suite of Products at Sam and Leo Focus on clean, teen-friendly vitamins and supplements Addressing mental health needs  Product line includes energy, sleep, immunity, and eye health gummies. Challenges of educating consumers about a new product category. Dara’s Entrepreneurial Journey  Challenges of creating a new product category Navigating manufacturing and distribution. The Mental Health Focus of the Business Importance of supporting rather than "fixing" mental health issues Incorporating mental health awareness into product mission.  Importance of school environment and movement for mental well-being Business Insights from Launching Sam and Leo  Unique challenges of the CPG (Consumer Packaged Goods) industry Importance of community and collaboration in entrepreneurship. The Future Vision for Sam and Leo  Expanding product line to include more mental health support Building a platform for parent and teen education.   Join us for a fun conversation about business, motherhood, and being an entrepreneur!   Visit the Sam and Leo Website HERE Find Dara and Sam and Leo on Instagram HERE    Thanks for listening! To follow along, please find me on instagram HERE, my personal website HERE, or my TikTik HERE. Music for "Welcome to my Tent" by Rick Sniegowski Graphics for "Welcome to my Tent" by Sam Sniegowski Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this solo episode, Sarah discusses her journey as a business owner, reflecting on her first year of entrepreneurship and the recent evolution of her brand and services.  What do we chat about? The transition from corporate to entrepreneurship. Leaving 12+ years in a corporate career in media marketing and advertising.Starting the Business. Leveraging a business as a health coach and spurring that into part time operational and marketing work. The business evolution. Rebranding from Sarah Johnston Wellness to Sarah Johnston LLC. Shifting focus from wellness coaching to broader consulting approaches. New service offerings. Chatting about individual consulting for personal development and self improvement. Chatting about business consulting in data, marketing, media analytics and operations. Discussing the NEW group program (!!!). Business challenges and learnings. Sarah reflects on the "building the plane while flying it" feelings. Discussing all of the hiccups and "failures" that required resilience and adaptability. The rebranding rationale. Why moving away from the word "wellness" made sense, How scaling out this evolution aims for a more holistic approach to success. The future looks bright as Sarah embraces change.   To quote SJ: "I have never learned more in a job in such a short time, not only about the business world and the industry, but about myself and my ability to persevere." Visit the new website! www.sarah-johnston.com  Thanks for listening! To follow along, please find me on instagram HERE, my personal website HERE, or my TikTik HERE. Music for "Welcome to my Tent" by Rick Sniegowski Graphics for "Welcome to my Tent" by Sam Sniegowski Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this enlightening episode, we sit down with Kayla Crane from South Denver Therapy, a licensed marriage and family therapist. Kayla shares her expertise on couples therapy, trauma healing, and effective communication strategies for healthier relationships. What do we chat about? Kayla's background and specialties as a licensed marriage and family therapist, her work with couples therapy and trauma, and some of her work in EDMR. Common relationship dynanics such as the pursuer-distancer cycle and how childhood experiences influence adult relationships.\ Effective communication strategies, the importance of "timeouts" and leaning into vulnerability.  Navigating differences in emotional expression. Rebuilding connection after having children. Trauma-informed couples therapy and the benefits of processing trauma as a couple.  To learn more about Kayla Crane's services, including couples coaching intensives and trauma-informed therapy, visit her website and social media pages. WEBSITE HERE INSTAGRAM HERE  Thanks for listening! To follow along, please find me on instagram HERE, my personal website HERE, or my TikTik HERE. Music for "Welcome to my Tent" by Rick Sniegowski Graphics for "Welcome to my Tent" by Sam Sniegowski Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this solo episode, Sarah dives deep into the topic of being "one and done" – and her family’s decision to have only one child. With a mix of personal experience, societal observations, and a dash of humor, Sarah unpacks the complexities of family planning in the face of infertility, societal pressure on what a “normal” family looks like, and personal convictions. What do we chat about?  Coming from a large family but being at peace with the idea of having just one child.  The brutal journey to parenthood, struggling with infertility and IVF, and what it took to get the one.  Reasons for being "one and done". Emotional and physical toll of infertility treatments and pregnancy. Financial considerations (IVF is expensive, y'all!). Feeling complete with their current family dynamic. Addressing common criticisms and questions about only children. The pressure to have more children and how she responds.  What else?  Sarah's vivid description of the "romantic" process of trying to conceive: Nothing says "sexy time" like peeing on sticks and trying not to pee on your hands.  The classic "my dog walker's hairdresser's second cousin's best friend's sister got pregnant no problem after IVF" advice. Because clearly, that's a statistically significant sample size. Join us for the convo!  Thanks for listening! To follow along, please find me on instagram HERE, my personal website HERE, or my TikTik HERE. Music for "Welcome to my Tent" by Rick Sniegowski Graphics for "Welcome to my Tent" by Sam Sniegowski Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Two CHATTY KATHY's are in the tent with this exciting episode with Liz Lehman of Nourished Families. What do we talk about? Well....A LOT. As Liz says, "human-ing is HARD". The tent has to agree.  What is a postpartum doula and how they support new families. The challenges of the "fourth trimester" and early parenthood. Letting go of perfectionism in parenting and life. The importance of self-care and maintaining identity as a parent. Honest communication with children about difficult life events. Embracing change and evolution throughout different life stages. Trusting your intuition as a parent. The value of simple acts of kindness and connection. As Liz's dad noted to her, "The son of a bitch of it all is... life just keeps on going". What will you take away from this conversation?  How postpartum doulas provide full family support, not just baby care. That it's okay to not love every moment of parenting - it's normal to struggle. Why maintaining your identity outside of parenthood is crucial. That there is no one "right" way to parent - trust your instincts. Why small gestures of kindness can have a big impact. WE AGREE LIZ, WE AGREE!  Find Liz at her website HERE or on the interwebs HERE.  Thanks for tuning in to The Welcome to my Tent Podcast!  Thanks for listening! To follow along, please find me on instagram HERE, my personal website HERE, or my TikTik HERE. Music for "Welcome to my Tent" by Rick Sniegowski Graphics for "Welcome to my Tent" by Sam Sniegowski Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome back Tenties! This week, Sarah Johnston welcomes the fabulous Claire Ayoub, a filmmaker who's turning Hollywood's beauty standards on their heads. Claire's here to dish about her upcoming movie "Empire Waist" - think "Mean Girls" meets "Project Runway," but with way more body diversity and zero Regina Georges. What you'll will hear about (Besides the Fact That BMI is BS): How Claire went from angsty teen playwright to body-positive film maker.  How her work on “Gyno Kid” is a comical ode to her gynecologist parents.  The wild ride of making "Empire Waist” and how it got to where it is today.  Why seeing diverse bodies on screen is more important than your daily green juice.  How to make a movie about body image without triggering half your audience.  The time Claire's mom accidentally revolutionized sex ed (go Claire’s mom!).  To quote our new life coach, Claire: "If the diet industry worked, it would have put itself out of business."  Things that will make you LOL:  Claire's brief, ill-fated acting career (turns out being typecast as "fat friend #3" isn't super fun).  The saga of Claire's childhood Xanga blog (pray it never resurfaces).  Sarah's brief dream of becoming a Rockette (spoiler: being 5'4" is not ideal).  What is next for Claire!?  "Empire Waist" hits theaters Fall 2024!!  An educational curriculum that might actually make health class bearable. Follow Empirewaistfilm and Claire on Instagram for behind-the-scenes peeks, body-positive pep talks, and the occasional fashion emergency. And hey, while you're at it, maybe give your body a high-five  Thanks for listening! To follow along, please find me on instagram HERE, my personal website HERE, or my TikTik HERE. Music for "Welcome to my Tent" by Rick Sniegowski Graphics for "Welcome to my Tent" by Sam Sniegowski Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this solo episode, Sarah gets introspective as she approaches her 35th birthday, sharing thoughts on aging, personal growth, and life lessons learned. With being mid-30's, she chats:  The gift of getting older: Appreciating each year after losing Pop when he was only 72.  The joy of learning from others: Embracing the fact that you can't know everything. Leaning into authenticity: Shedding the people-pleaser persona and embracing her true self. The time vs. space conundrum: Why having time doesn't always mean you have the capacity. Taking care of your body for the long haul and musings on some of the misuse of her body in prior years (RIP knees). Aging gracefully: Embracing changes and resisting societal pressure to look 25 forever. The art of not responding: Learning that not everything requires a reaction or is "that deep." We also chat:  Sarah's near-miss as a 4th of July baby (Mom tried, but Sarah was too cozy in there. SRY MOM). A brief ode to being a 90s kid and watching "weird shit on TV." Why bodies are not meant to be static. The only static Sarah has is static cling on her clothes.  A candid chat about Botox and the internal debate of "Why am I doing this?" Not everything is a fire drill, especially how the silverware is put away. Save your energy for the stuff that really matters! Like listening to this episode!  Thanks for listening! To follow along, please find me on instagram HERE, my personal website HERE, or my TikTik HERE. Music for "Welcome to my Tent" by Rick Sniegowski Graphics for "Welcome to my Tent" by Sam Sniegowski Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Sarah Johnston welcomes Andrea Johnson, a leadership coach, speaker, and host of the "Stand Tall and Own It" podcast. Andrea shares her authentic  journey from growing up as a missionary kid in Korea to becoming a leadership expert and coach. They discuss the importance of understanding your core values, setting boundaries, and living authentically. Key Topics: Andrea's unique upbringing in Korea and its impact on her life Overcoming challenges with food, body image, and eventual gastric bypass surgery  The journey to motherhood through adoption Discovering and honoring your core values, which has become a pivotal part of her coaching and leadership business  Balancing career and motherhood The importance of setting boundaries How understanding yourself leads to better leadership Resources Mentioned: Andrea's Core Values Exercise: [link to be added] Stand Tall and Own It Podcast John Maxwell Leadership Training Where to Find Andrea: Website: theintentionaloptimist.com Instagram: @theintentionaloptimist LinkedIn: Andrea Johnson Podcast: Stand Tall and Own It You can take  Andrea's free Core Values Exercise via her website.  Thanks for listening! To follow along, please find me on instagram HERE, my personal website HERE, or my TikTik HERE. Music for "Welcome to my Tent" by Rick Sniegowski Graphics for "Welcome to my Tent" by Sam Sniegowski Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this solo episode, I chat  five "icks" or issues I have with the wellness industry:What are the "icks" at a high level? The one size fits all approach Over reliance on wearable device stats Demonizing certain types of exercise Demonizing entire food groups/categories Demonizing the desire to change one's body This space can be magical, but it can also be loud. These are my opinions and based on my experiences while coaching. You may agree. You may disagree. That is okay! I will always encourage you to create your own journey and definition of health.  Thanks for listening! To follow along, please find me on instagram HERE, my personal website HERE, or my TikTik HERE. Music for "Welcome to my Tent" by Rick Sniegowski Graphics for "Welcome to my Tent" by Sam Sniegowski Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ryan Penley, a self-described "rock bottom alumni," shares his powerful story of addiction, hitting rock bottom multiple times, and his inspiring journey to long-term sobriety. He discusses his struggles with alcohol, opioids, and other drugs, which ultimately led to homelessness, a diabetic coma, and jail time. Ryan emphasizes the importance of celebrating small wins, finding meaning even in the darkest moments, and using his experiences to help others battling addiction. Podcast Takeaways:  Addiction can sneak up on you gradually, and rock bottom may not be a single defining moment, but rather a realization that several elements of your life have become unacceptable. Tiny wins, like staying sober for just 15-20 minutes at a time, are crucial to building momentum in recovery and should be cherished, even if others don't understand their significance. Addiction doesn't discriminate and can affect anyone, regardless of their background or circumstances. It's essential to approach those struggling with compassion and understanding. Hitting rock bottom multiple times doesn't mean recovery is impossible; it's a process that requires perseverance, support, and a willingness to keep trying. Sharing one's story of addiction and recovery can be therapeutic for the individual and help others feel less alone in their struggles. Join us for a conversation with Ryan and how he has turned addition into his passion to help others on a similar path. Please visit https://www.myrockbottomrecovery.com to learn more about Ryan and his dedication to help others!  Thanks for listening! To follow along, please find me on instagram HERE, my personal website HERE, or my TikTik HERE. Music for "Welcome to my Tent" by Rick Sniegowski Graphics for "Welcome to my Tent" by Sam Sniegowski Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this solo episode, Sarah discusses the idea of breaking up with versions of yourself that no longer serve you as you grow and change in life.We chat that it's normal and necessary to change as a person over time, even if we sometimes resist it.Sarah chats about becoming a mother, leaving the corporate world, and moving across the country were major life changes that caused Sarah to reevaluate parts of her identity.She discusses letting go of a "yes girl" mentality and how that was challenging but necessary for personal growth. There is a discussion about how breaking up with parts of yourself may mean that certain people, things, and activities may not fit into your life anymore. While that is challenging, that is also ok. This is an episode that will talk about shedding layers of ourselves to find the most authentic core. Join us for this conversation about personal development, becoming who we want to be, and what that has looked like along the way.  Thanks for listening! To follow along, please find me on instagram HERE, my personal website HERE, or my TikTik HERE. Music for "Welcome to my Tent" by Rick Sniegowski Graphics for "Welcome to my Tent" by Sam Sniegowski Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Sarah sits down with Annie Temple, a sex worker activist, writer, and podcaster from Vancouver, Canada. Annie shares her fascinating journey from growing up in a small town to becoming an exotic dancer in the big city at age 23.  Annie describes how financial pressures led her to start in the adult entertainment industry. Though nervous at first, she found it incredibly empowering and found a community of acceptance and love.  They discuss misconceptions around sex work. Annie explains most enter the industry for financial reasons, not because they are being exploited. The majority find it empowering and many return to it even after trying to leave. Annie talks about how sex work actually made her more confident about her body, refuting assumptions that it would be degrading.  She opens up about health challenges that impacted her work, including major intestinal surgeries that left significant scars. Annie has found a new sense of empowerment and love for her body through her ongoing journey with her health.  Living openly as a sex worker, Annie strives to decrease societal divisions and judgment by sharing her story. She wants people to challenge their beliefs and be more accepting of others. This candid conversation provides a rare window into the life of a sex worker, humanizing an often misunderstood profession. Where can you find Annie? On her Instagram HEREVia her Website HEREOn her own podcast HERE  Thanks for listening! To follow along, please find me on instagram HERE, my personal website HERE, or my TikTik HERE. Music for "Welcome to my Tent" by Rick Sniegowski Graphics for "Welcome to my Tent" by Sam Sniegowski Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome back to SEASON 3 of The welcome to my Tent Podcast! We are coming in hot in episode 1 with Sarah's Mom! In this episode, Sarah interviews her mom, who shares insights on parenting, career, and life experiences. Sarah's mom discusses navigating divorce and blended families, emphasizing the importance of keeping kids out of parental conflicts and allowing them to form their own relationships with family members. She shares her experiences as a woman in the male-dominated direct marketing industry and the challenges of balancing work and travel with young children. Sarah and her mom talk about the importance of instilling values like self-sufficiency, hard work, and tolerance in children. Sarah's mom opens up about losing her spouse and how the family navigated grief together, and what moving on and living her life now looks like.  The episode concludes with a lighthearted rapid-fire question segment and Sarah expressing gratitude for her mom's guidance and love. This episode offers valuable insights on parenting, career, and personal growth that will resonate with listeners from all walks of life.Enjoy this episode and WELCOME BACK TENTIES!  Thanks for listening! To follow along, please find me on instagram HERE, my personal website HERE, or my TikTik HERE. Music for "Welcome to my Tent" by Rick Sniegowski Graphics for "Welcome to my Tent" by Sam Sniegowski Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oh boy do we have some fun stuff to talk about today!Mainly the thoughts that roll through my brain about identity crises and what I do about them. My thoughts about showing up on Valentines day (HVD BY THE WAY!)My job now and never really being "off"My "title" in lifeWho I am at the core vs the activities that have changed over the yearsAnd an update about wrapping up season 2 and going on a short break. Enjoy the inner musings of my mind Thanks for listening! To follow along, please find me on instagram HERE, my personal website HERE, or my TikTik HERE. Music for "Welcome to my Tent" by Rick Sniegowski Graphics for "Welcome to my Tent" by Sam Sniegowski Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ashley is an intuitive transformation coach and healer who guides people to embrace their transformation in life's greatest transitions. She is known for her unique holistic approach that blends modern understandings of the brain and body with ancient practices of the spirit and energy. We dive into it ALL in this episode. He starts and her fascination with the brain. How she became interested in true healing. How she approaches this with all her clients and those she works with. I could talk to Ashley FOREVER. A true shiny soul. Through her 1:1 session and workshops, she creates sacred spaces to move through your personal metamorphosis and become your most authentic and free you. Thanks for listening! To follow along, please find me on instagram HERE, my personal website HERE, or my TikTik HERE. Music for "Welcome to my Tent" by Rick Sniegowski Graphics for "Welcome to my Tent" by Sam Sniegowski Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What is in my DMs?? Some terrifying people...LOL BUT MOSTLY QUESTIONS! Common questions to be exact. Today I tackle a few of my most common: 1- How do you approach milestones with Ronan? 2-Why do you keep Ronan off social media and how did you make that decision? 3-How do you keep a fitness schedule consistent? 4-How do you get into a better routine with reading? I want to read more but can't fit it in. 5-How do you support someone you love going through grief or infertility? I answer it. I go on some larger life connections to these questions. I give my thoughts. Happy Listening, friends! Thanks for listening! To follow along, please find me on instagram HERE, my personal website HERE, or my TikTik HERE. Music for "Welcome to my Tent" by Rick Sniegowski Graphics for "Welcome to my Tent" by Sam Sniegowski Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode feels like a fireside chat.  It feels like you are a fly on the wall to a catch up of old friends. Cozied up in a warm blanket with 2 people who have known each other for 30 years (and actually have known each other for 30 years). Katie Cingari is in the tent today! Sharing her story, her journey, her thoughts. *Meeting her girlfriend, now wife, and coming out. *Her thoughts on marriage and creating a family.*Their fertility journey to get her 2 beautiful children. *How she talks to her kids about their family with 2 moms. *Extra embryos and what do we do with those? *How she felt about pregnancy. She is comical. She is light hearted. She is open and honest. She is simply the best. Enjoy Katie Cingari!  Thanks for listening! To follow along, please find me on instagram HERE, my personal website HERE, or my TikTik HERE. Music for "Welcome to my Tent" by Rick Sniegowski Graphics for "Welcome to my Tent" by Sam Sniegowski Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What an episode do we have for you today!! Natasha Dworkin is in the tent sharing her story of becoming a mother unexpectedly for the first time at 46. She recounts her story of pre motherhood, pregnancy, and what that has looked like for her as a midlife mom. She has helped purpose-driven organizations tell their stories to advance their missions and change the world. When her whole world was forever changed by motherhood, she created a community for other midlife moms to lean into change, level up their impact, and start living their legacies right now. Natasha is a true change maker and an inspiration. You can find more about Natasha on her website HERE. Thanks for listening! To follow along, please find me on instagram HERE, my personal website HERE, or my TikTik HERE. Music for "Welcome to my Tent" by Rick Sniegowski Graphics for "Welcome to my Tent" by Sam Sniegowski Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Solo musings today on a lotta things! -The holidays, rampant sickness that ripped through our house, and level setting expectations. -Why January is a depressing month for me and how I handle that. -Some thoughts on my mentality on my relationship with myself and exercise today vs a few years ago. -Habit stacking and how that has helped me. THANK YOU for being here and welcome to 2024!  Thanks for listening! To follow along, please find me on instagram HERE, my personal website HERE, or my TikTik HERE. Music for "Welcome to my Tent" by Rick Sniegowski Graphics for "Welcome to my Tent" by Sam Sniegowski Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jenn Drummond is a Mom of 7, successful business owner, and World Record holder.  As the first woman to climb the second highest summits on each of the 7 continents, she now spends her time inspiring others to create a thriving business and lasting legacy of their own. She shares her story and strategies for success through her book, BREAKPROOF: 7 Strategies to Build Resilience and Achieve Your Life Goals, and her Seek Your Summit podcast, programs, and signature talks. Learn more about how she elevates devoted and determined entrepreneurs to go beyond a life of success to a life of significance.We talk about all things summiting mountains, what she learned along the way, and how she turned these messages into a life passion to inspire others. Jenn is a FORCE.  You can pre-order her book to be released in January HERE!  Thanks for listening! To follow along, please find me on instagram HERE, my personal website HERE, or my TikTik HERE. Music for "Welcome to my Tent" by Rick Sniegowski Graphics for "Welcome to my Tent" by Sam Sniegowski Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A solo episode today on all things: Recent escapades on a solo trip and why I think it was important I went Plans for the Holidays My thoughts around changing what is best for you during certain phases of life Not "sneaking" in wellness, TAKING UP SPACE! And why I loved the 85 year old man named Albert I met at the gym. Happy Listening!  Thanks for listening! To follow along, please find me on instagram HERE, my personal website HERE, or my TikTik HERE. Music for "Welcome to my Tent" by Rick Sniegowski Graphics for "Welcome to my Tent" by Sam Sniegowski Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Clint Callahan is a therapist who has been working since 2000 (23 years!). He is a business and life coach who created the Small Changes, Big Impact: 1% Per Day Transformational System. He is also an author who has published “Beat Burnout in 15 Minuets A Day: How to Prioritize Yourself Without Losing What Matters Most”.  He shares his personal story of being born premature, being bullied as a kid, his struggle with burnout, depression, people pleasing, imposter syndrome, the suicide of his mother, the failure of his real estate business in 2008 and how he ultimate found himself in his most authentic self.  Such a great story and message that you will be delighted to hear and learn from.  You can find his website HERE -- happy listening!  Thanks for listening! To follow along, please find me on instagram HERE, my personal website HERE, or my TikTik HERE. Music for "Welcome to my Tent" by Rick Sniegowski Graphics for "Welcome to my Tent" by Sam Sniegowski Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Back again friends after a holiday hiatus!!! Solo episode with all the goodies: Holiday recap and how that all went down How we view the holidays and how I felt like a grinch for a second for not having a tree but now I feel better Ranting about how some people make diet culture so much worse Talking about how NY resolutions make me want to barf Sharing my theme of 2024 instead of a resolution  Happy listening!  Thanks for listening! To follow along, please find me on instagram HERE, my personal website HERE, or my TikTik HERE. Music for "Welcome to my Tent" by Rick Sniegowski Graphics for "Welcome to my Tent" by Sam Sniegowski Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Diving into another week of a solo episode!Updates:  Life happenings. Family reunions.  What being my own boss looks like and why it made me cry (in a good way) last week.  Why I hate people who simply say "just get a WFH job and you can also keep your kids home" I also talk about what being a health coach means to me: How I use a similar process for all clients even though our goals are all different.  What I consider in my scope and outside my scope. What it means to work with a coach vs other practitioners Enjoy and thank you for being here! Thanks for listening! To follow along, please find me on instagram HERE, my personal website HERE, or my TikTik HERE. Music for "Welcome to my Tent" by Rick Sniegowski Graphics for "Welcome to my Tent" by Sam Sniegowski Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How does a neurosurgeon become an author? What do they write about? Gary Simonds is here to tell you! We welcome Gary today into the tent to share his story about his start in medicine, his work in neurosurgery, what it is like to operate on the human brain, and his publications in both non-fiction and fiction. He writes about medical burnout and is passionate about working to help create ways to prevent it. His most recent publication, "Death's Pale Flag", is a medical and psychological thriller with paranormal twists. He draws in his background and real life experience with his interest in the paranormal into a novel that keeps you at the edge of your seat. My medical + suspense lovers, this one is for YOU!Find more about Gary and how to purchase his book HERE.  Thanks for listening! To follow along, please find me on instagram HERE, my personal website HERE, or my TikTik HERE. Music for "Welcome to my Tent" by Rick Sniegowski Graphics for "Welcome to my Tent" by Sam Sniegowski Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Diving into another weeks solo episode with the life updates, what I am up too, and what has been coming up for me. A lot of conversations with myself about productivity, showing up for myself, and the insanity that is the mental load of motherhood. I am always a work in progress and happy to share my thoughts!  Thanks for listening! To follow along, please find me on instagram HERE, my personal website HERE, or my TikTik HERE. Music for "Welcome to my Tent" by Rick Sniegowski Graphics for "Welcome to my Tent" by Sam Sniegowski Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today we welcome Brent Dowlen....AKA The Fallible Man into the tent!Brent is the Host of The Fallible Man Podcast and a Men’s Personal Development Coach. Over the years, he has recognized the need for positive male role models as the idea of masculinity has changed. He encourages his clients on their own personal journeys to be the men they want to be. Brent is a husband of 20+ years, a father of 2 wonderful girls, and aims to make a positive change and impact to the world and those he works with.   This is an open and fun conversation. I am always grateful for the male perspective and welcome his work into the tent!  Please visit his website HERE or his Instagram HERE. Thanks for listening! To follow along, please find me on instagram HERE, my personal website HERE, or my TikTik HERE. Music for "Welcome to my Tent" by Rick Sniegowski Graphics for "Welcome to my Tent" by Sam Sniegowski Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Diving into the life updates today! Talking about the things I have been doing, some of what being on social media looks like as a creator, and some upcoming plans. I also talk about what I have learned from being my own boss and in entrepreneurship. I know I have not been doing this for long, but have experienced A LOT of learnings in the past few weeks. It has been a period of growth, information, and transformation for me. These are some of my thoughts and opinions as well as what I am working on right now. Happy listening.  Thanks for listening! To follow along, please find me on instagram HERE, my personal website HERE, or my TikTik HERE. Music for "Welcome to my Tent" by Rick Sniegowski Graphics for "Welcome to my Tent" by Sam Sniegowski Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How much do your pay yourself? No, not in dollars, but in Soul Salary? What a question to ask ourselves! In this episode I get to sit down with Jessica Kaskov, author of Soul Salary and all around good human. She talks to us about how to live a more profound life and how to align our lives to what is truly joyful and fulfilling. She can help you find out if you are a high earner, or paying yourself minimum wage (and how to pay yourself more!). You can find more about Jess at her website HERE. On that page, there is a free quiz to help you figure out your soul salary. You can also find Jess on Instagram HERE.  Thanks for listening! To follow along, please find me on instagram HERE, my personal website HERE, or my TikTik HERE. Music for "Welcome to my Tent" by Rick Sniegowski Graphics for "Welcome to my Tent" by Sam Sniegowski Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

HEYOOOO Friends and welcome back to season 2. Giving an update on what is new with me (hint: I am the boss now), where I think I am headed, and what is to come for season 2 of the podcast. I have been behind the scenes recording episodes, connecting with some incredible people, and ready to release some fun content for you.Thank you for behind here, thank you for being in the tent, and cheers to season 2.  Thanks for listening! To follow along, please find me on instagram HERE, my personal website HERE, or my TikTik HERE. Music for "Welcome to my Tent" by Rick Sniegowski Graphics for "Welcome to my Tent" by Sam Sniegowski Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Talking all things being a working parent today on this episode! I entered the workforce post maternity leave in October of 2022. Since then, I have learned more than I could have possibly imagined. This has been a time I have developed  personally, professionally, and as a human in general very rapidly. It has come with some high highs, and low lows along the way. I am here for conversations around what it looks like to be a working parent. I aim to share my thoughts in order to open the dialogue about what it actually looks like to do both. The more we talk about our experiences, the more open we become to letting people show up in the workforce as someone they are proud of. I hope you enjoy the show!  Thanks for listening! To follow along, please find me on instagram HERE, my personal website HERE, or my TikTik HERE. Music for "Welcome to my Tent" by Rick Sniegowski Graphics for "Welcome to my Tent" by Sam Sniegowski Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

BUCKLE UP for an episode chock filled with healing goodness. We talk about Alexa's path from corporate to spiritual healing, creativity, moving to California driven by intuition, shifting her relationship with herself, and life alignment. Alexa has done the work to show up in this world and help others heal. We talk energy and chakras, listening to the voice in our soul, how she is letting her creativity shine, and how to embody and embrace all that you are. Alexa is a true light in this world. Everyone can take something away from this one. I assure you. Find Alexa on instagram HERE -- links in her bio for all things she is doing these days!  Thanks for listening! To follow along, please find me on instagram HERE, my personal website HERE, or my TikTik HERE. Music for "Welcome to my Tent" by Rick Sniegowski Graphics for "Welcome to my Tent" by Sam Sniegowski Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We just got back from a week long trip in Flagstaff and let me tell ya....traveling with an almost 14 month old is a wild ride. I talk about how we prepared,  what we brought, and how we managed all our stuff. I also chat about what I learned along the way. We had such a blast on this trip and am so happy we have these memories. Traveling with a little one takes more work and more organization but it is totally possible! Listen along and cheers to your future travels!  Thanks for listening! To follow along, please find me on instagram HERE, my personal website HERE, or my TikTik HERE. Music for "Welcome to my Tent" by Rick Sniegowski Graphics for "Welcome to my Tent" by Sam Sniegowski Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What a fun one today! I got to catch up with my pal, Todd. Todd is a fellow fitness teacher who recently made the move to open his own studio, The Den. Todd has such an amazing mindset around fitness and how he approaches his programming and community within The Den. He walks us through how he got started with fitness and what is important to him with what he has built.This is a great conversation to listen to for anyone who has done fitness forever or is just getting started. Todd is doing the work to break the barriers of what fitness is, how we should view it, and making it inclusive and fun. He takes all his experience from his years of teaching and has put that into his studio today. Find The Den's website hereFind The Den's IG hereFind Todd here  Thanks for listening! To follow along, please find me on instagram HERE, my personal website HERE, or my TikTik HERE. Music for "Welcome to my Tent" by Rick Sniegowski Graphics for "Welcome to my Tent" by Sam Sniegowski Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

It's the birthday episode!!!!! Today I am 34 and will be chatting about the 34 things I have learned in 34 years. I took some time to think about this list and embrace all that I have learned so far in this life. Some of this I talk about here or on social, some of it is not. Getting older is such a blessing because of all that life teaches us. Maybe some of these resonate with you. Not all have too! It is simply some insight into my brain.  Thanks for listening! To follow along, please find me on instagram HERE, my personal website HERE, or my TikTik HERE. Music for "Welcome to my Tent" by Rick Sniegowski Graphics for "Welcome to my Tent" by Sam Sniegowski Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We are joined by the wonderful Heather Begyn today!Heather tells us about her journey with pregnancy of her daughters, pregnancy of her twins, having her twins at 27 weeks, and the NICU stay that followed. She provides a honest and raw recount of how the whole thing transpired and what she learned about the way. She also happened to get married while in the hospital bed 12 hours before the twins arrived. Her story is unique, important, and such a journey. Heather is such a open person with such great story and knowledge to share. Find Heather here and enjoy the episode!  Thanks for listening! To follow along, please find me on instagram HERE, my personal website HERE, or my TikTik HERE. Music for "Welcome to my Tent" by Rick Sniegowski Graphics for "Welcome to my Tent" by Sam Sniegowski Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Taking a deep dive into body image over the years. This one is a personal one. It is also something I struggle to find the words for sometimes as a person with a body that is deemed acceptable by society (which I don't agree with...but is sadly true). I walk through my journey on how from a young age my body was scrutinized, how that showed up in various parts of my life, and where I am now. Body image is a hard topic and one that many have experienced thoughts with. This is simply my journey and path.  Thanks for listening! To follow along, please find me on instagram HERE, my personal website HERE, or my TikTik HERE. Music for "Welcome to my Tent" by Rick Sniegowski Graphics for "Welcome to my Tent" by Sam Sniegowski Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What a fun episode we have today. We are joined by Aimee Karas, who is an all around amazing woman. Aimee shares how she decided to originally go down the path of single parent by choice. She walks through egg freezing, sperm adoption, her IVF process, and the challenges of some of her journey. Worth noting, she also moved from Chicago to Philly, got pregnant, and found the love of her life during this whole process. What a wild ride!Aimee, thank you for sharing your story. There is no right way to make a family, and yours is gorgeous. Fine Aimee here! Thanks for listening! To follow along, please find me on instagram HERE, my personal website HERE, or my TikTik HERE. Music for "Welcome to my Tent" by Rick Sniegowski Graphics for "Welcome to my Tent" by Sam Sniegowski Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Oh boy do we have a topic LOTS of parents think about... a lot....BABIES SLEEP!!We are joined today by Ann Marks, the founder of Full Feedings Method. Duke and I have been a long time user of her method. We adore her approach to infant sleep. She has a structured, easy to digest, and approachable method that helps parents gently aid their little ones (and themselves!) those sweet dreams.Ann is a beautiful human inside and out. She  opens up about her background, her own family, and how she views motherhood. She is a force to be reckoned with, and I highly encourage anyone stressed about their kids sleeping to listen. Find FF on instagram HEREFind FF via website HEREEmail with FF at [email protected], thank you for sharing your program but also part of yourself with us all today. Here's to sleeping!  Thanks for listening! To follow along, please find me on instagram HERE, my personal website HERE, or my TikTik HERE. Music for "Welcome to my Tent" by Rick Sniegowski Graphics for "Welcome to my Tent" by Sam Sniegowski Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We go deep into a solo episode today in how I have been told my entire life I am "too much" and how that has shown up. I am too sensitive. I am too emotional. I am too dramatic. Guess what? That is me. I talk about how I have put in a lot of work to be who I am today, even if that is scary. I dive into unpacking parts of myself that I am not proud of, but have pushed me to where I am right now. I talk about how I view things that have been looked at negatively and turned them on it's head. I embrace me for me. I also cry in this episode, which is pretty on par for my "too much"-ness. A piece of my heart is here today. Thanks for listening.  Thanks for listening! To follow along, please find me on instagram HERE, my personal website HERE, or my TikTik HERE. Music for "Welcome to my Tent" by Rick Sniegowski Graphics for "Welcome to my Tent" by Sam Sniegowski Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What a TREAT to have one of my oldest friends into the tent. Ashley Campbell Birnbaum gives us all the details on how she started her interest and career in events and how that has spurred into owning her own business, Ashley Campbell Events. We talk about how her previous roles in galas, fashion, and at WWD set her up to venture out on her own, what starting looked like, and how she views working with her clients. She pairs that with tackling big life events at the same time (like moving across the country and having a baby), and what makes her job so fun. Ashley is a GEM on this earth. This episode is about events, but also so much more. She shares with us how she views life, tackles the good and the challenging, and how she shows up in this world. Find Ashley on instagram HEREFind her website HEREI hope you enjoy Ashley as much as I do!!  Thanks for listening! To follow along, please find me on instagram HERE, my personal website HERE, or my TikTik HERE. Music for "Welcome to my Tent" by Rick Sniegowski Graphics for "Welcome to my Tent" by Sam Sniegowski Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Talking today ALL things about my journey with breastfeeding. A disclaimer to start, I do talk heavily about how my drastic over supply was my challenge. While I think my story is important to tell, I want you to protect your heart first. Many women I have spoken too struggle with the opposite, and if this is something you are not in a place to listen to, SKIP! I talk about the initial days in the hospital and trying to get Ronan to latch. Switching to exclusively pumping early on. I chat about how challenging a severe oversupply was to manage logistically, physically, mentally, and emotionally. I also share how I view feeling my son today and the why's behind I stopped BF all together. This is a deeply personal one, but a truth to my experience as a mother.  Thanks for listening! To follow along, please find me on instagram HERE, my personal website HERE, or my TikTik HERE. Music for "Welcome to my Tent" by Rick Sniegowski Graphics for "Welcome to my Tent" by Sam Sniegowski Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

We welcome Karli Nutter (AKA TheWellNutt) into the tent today!This is truly our internet bestie. Karli brings her approach to feeling her best self inside and out. We talk about how she got her start in the wellness world during her journey with food and how that had spun into her authentic and vulnerable sharing of life in general. She gives a super honest and raw recount of what has shaped her view on living well. We chat about her highs and her lows, and how she finds support through those moments. Karli is an open book and is a breath of fresh air for anyone on this wild ride we call life. If you are looking for a real human behind a screen, Karli is it. Find Karli on instagram here!  Thanks for listening! To follow along, please find me on instagram HERE, my personal website HERE, or my TikTik HERE. Music for "Welcome to my Tent" by Rick Sniegowski Graphics for "Welcome to my Tent" by Sam Sniegowski Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices