The Beauty in the Mess

In this episode of 'The Beauty In The Mess,' host Michele welcomes Kim, a health coach for middle-aged women, who shares her compelling backstory. Kim, a former journalist, opens up about her global travels, her battle with a severe autoimmune disease leading to multiple sclerosis (MS), and her transformative journey to reclaim her life through strength training. She discusses the physical and mental benefits of weightlifting, the challenges of living with MS, and how she became a European weightlifting champion. Kim also offers insightful advice on small daily habits, the importance of proper nutrition, and the empowering nature of physical strength for women, encouraging everyone to take the first step towards a healthier life today. Kim is a 60-year-old mother of three who was diagnosed with MS 10 years ago and decided to ignore her doctor's advice and muscle her way back to a happy life. Last year she became European Champion in Masters Weightlifting in her age and weight category. Her journey inspired her to leave her career in journalism in her 50s and become a health coach for middle aged women - with a big focus on reactivating and rebuilding muscle. Today, she helps women tap into an abundant source of vitality. It works by reactivating and maintaining muscle and eating to nourish and flourish.02:07 Kim's Journey to Becoming a Health Coach03:10 The First Autoimmune Episode04:38 The MS Diagnosis and Struggles07:35 Embracing Physical Strength11:11 Maintaining Motivation and Small Habits20:25 Diet and Autoimmune Diseases23:14 From MS Patient to Weightlifting Champion25:57 Joining the Gym at 5526:29 The Thrill of Competing28:45 Gratitude and Living in the Moment30:03 Discovering Meditation32:14 Coaching Midlife Women33:43 Strength Training Approach35:32 Nutrition and Support37:29 Encouragement to Start Today43:18 The Challenge of Change47:33 Final Thoughts and Contact Information Connect with Kim Rahir:LinkedInWebsiteFacebookEmail Let's Connect!Facebook: The Beauty in the Mess podcast InstagramWebsiteLinkedIn  

In this episode of 'The Beauty In The Mess,' I am joined by creative visionary Celia, who shares her inspiring journey of overcoming childhood trauma and depression to become an empowering force for women seeking self-discovery and transformation. Celia explains the concept of a creative visionary and details her path, marked by personal loss and inner work, leading to a powerful breakthrough in her 40s. She emphasizes the importance of embracing life's messiness, using gardening analogies, and finding beauty and lessons in the mud. Celia also discusses resilience, the role of fear, and practical tools like creativity and color to help navigate and reshape life’s challenges. Listeners are encouraged to explore their own sources of joy and purpose, listen to their inner wisdom, and permit themselves to be authentically unique. Celia shares valuable insights from her book 'The Garden Party' and introduces her new membership program aimed at further supporting personal growth and creative exploration.Celia is an Amazon #1 best-selling author with her book, The Garden Party – Reawakening to Your Soul’s Purpose. She truly believes that your deepest wound holds your greatest medicine. For Celia she wanted to find meaning and purpose again, and now she wants to help other women do the same.01:30 Introduction and Welcome01:39 Understanding Creative Visionary02:48 Personal Journey and Childhood Wounds03:56 Navigating Through Messy Adolescence05:37 Breakdown to Breakthrough06:22 Tools for Reshaping Mindset20:16 Embracing Fear and Speaking Your Truth17:56 Connecting with Inner Wisdom23:254 Exploring Purpose and Creativity42:14 Resilience and Final ThoughtsConnect with Celia Barsby:LinkedInWebsiteFacebookInstagramYouTubeFree Gift Let's Connect!Facebook: The Beauty in the Mess podcast InstagramWebsiteLinkedIn

In this episode, Michele welcomes John Kenny, an award-winning relationship coach and founder of Interpersonal Relationship Coaching. John shares his journey from an early role as a confidant among peers to a firefighter, and ultimately pivoting to coaching after discovering a passion for psychotherapy. They discuss the critical impact of early relationships on adult relational dynamics, the role of self-belief in attracting healthy relationships, and techniques for overcoming self-sabotage. John also highlights his book 'The People Program,' his documentary 'Forget Me Not: The Child You Left Behind,' and his approach to therapeutic coaching.In this episode, we chat about:His early influences and career shiftsThe importance of understanding your patterns in relationshipsSelf-sabotage and how to overcome itWhy the relationship with yourself is the most crucial onePractical steps to attract and create positive relationshipsJohn Kenny is an award-winning Relationship Coach to People Who Want to Attract or Create Healthy Loving Relationships. Author, Speaker, Documentarian and host of The Relationship Guy Podcast.02:00 Introduction and Welcome02:09 John's Journey to Becoming a Relationship Coach05:59 The Importance of Relationships08:38 Understanding Relationship Patterns16:19 Mindset and Attracting Healthy Relationships20:01 Overcoming Negative Self-Beliefs28:27 Dealing with Past Relationships31:24 Understanding Self-Sabotage32:00 Imposter Syndrome in Relationships35:32 Settling in Relationships38:06 Finding Personal Fulfillment41:49 Purpose and Success46:22 Coaching Philosophy and Approach54:01 Resources and Contact InformationConnect with John Kenny:LinkedInWebsiteFacebook Let's Connect!Facebook: The Beauty in the Mess podcast InstagramWebsiteLinkedIn

In this episode of 'The Beauty In The Mess,' Karen Gershowitz shares her incredible journey of becoming a world traveler. Having visited over 95 countries and authored two books, Karen dives into the inspirations behind her travels, her passion for connecting with locals, and her experiences traveling solo. She recounts memorable encounters from all over the globe, discusses the unique foods she’s tried, and gives practical advice on overcoming travel fears. Karen also touches on the impacts of her travels on her personal growth, spirituality, and perspectives on different cultures and religions. She provides listeners with tips for safe and enriching travels, whether exploring nearby places or venturing overseas. 01:45 Introduction and Guest Welcome01:59 Inspiration Behind World Travels04:02 Traveling Solo: Tips and Experiences06:06 Overcoming Fear While Traveling12:42 Memorable Encounters and Friendships18:04 Cultural Insights and Personal Growth22:00 Journaling and Documenting Travels26:08 Challenging Travel Experiences32:46 Helping Tourists in Manhattan33:45 Traveling Across the United States and Canada34:14 Exploring Indiana's Hidden Gems36:42 Overcoming Fear of Travel37:22 Dream Destinations and Bucket Lists39:23 The Beauty of the United States42:31 The Translator Experience in Singapore46:15 Writing and Publishing Travel Books56:58 Travel Tips and Final Thoughts Connect with Karen Gershowitz:LinkedInWebsiteInstagramTwitterFacebook Let's Connect!Facebook: The Beauty in the Mess podcast InstagramWebsiteLinkedIn 

In this heartfelt episode of 'The Beauty In The Mess,' host Michele welcomes Kari Schwear, a coach and author. Kari delves into the concept of gray area drinking, where individuals are neither social drinkers nor alcoholics but struggle with moderate alcohol use. Kari emphasizes the importance of individuals regulating their emotions and to make lasting changes. She also shares insights on the transformative power of breathwork and the integral role of faith in her journey.Kari is an Executive Lifestyle Gray Area Coach specializing in the many gray areas we have in our lives, particularly with gray area drinking. Her zone of genius is in habit creation, communication, leadership development and intentional living by design.As a former gray area drinker, Kari founded GrayTonic & the Question the Drink movement in 2018 after her own experience of “living in the gray” led her to the service of others. She offers individual and group coaching for business leaders seeking wellness, performance, and better relationships without alcohol. Kari has also co-authored two books, The Successful Mind, Tools for Living a Purposeful, Productive, and Happy Life, along with her second book, Limitless, a Wall Street Journal #1 Bestseller!02:10 Introduction and Welcome02:18 Kari's Personal Journey05:08 Discovering Gray Area Drinking05:47 Understanding Gray Areas in Life14:10 The Decide Model of Change23:55 The Saber Method for Emotional Regulation27:50 Radical Honesty and Inner Guidance28:47 The Power of Choice29:19 Planting Seeds of Change29:49 The Journey to Sobriety31:27 Finding Support and Guidance32:01 The Birth of a Coaching Career34:52 Embracing Breathwork37:27 The Importance of Self-Relationship39:03 Overcoming Trauma and Identity44:16 The Role of Gratitude46:15 Building a Coaching Business49:21 Sharing Stories and Wisdom52:38 Final Thoughts and EncouragementConnect with Kari Schwear:LinkedInWebsiteInstagram Let's Connect!Facebook: The Beauty in the Mess podcast InstagramWebsiteLinkedIn

Join me on The Beauty In The Mess for an enlightening conversation on "School Safety: The First Five Minutes Can Save Your Child’s Life" with Daniel Dluzneski! With the school year just beginning, school safety and what to do when there is an active shooter are very important and relevant topics! 🌟👩‍⚕️In this episode, Dan shares his journey from being in the Secret Service to becoming the Coordinator of Emergency Management, Safety and Security for one of the largest school districts in Florida. There, he was responsible for the safety of over 100,000 students in 140 schools! 💡❤️Dan stresses that you should talk to your kids about their school's emergency drills! It might be difficult, but understanding how schools handle crises is crucial. As a parent or guardian, you need to know how your school plans to handle such an emergency. There are less than optimum plans being implemented at some schools. 🏫🔒Ask your children:Are they locking down the classrooms?Having the kids literally run out of classrooms?Throwing objects at the gunman during drills?What are the kids being told to do?You need to know the statistically best way that things should be handled, and you need to know how your school is handling it. If you have concerns, attend school board meetings & make your voice heard. A united group of parents can drive change. If that doesn’t work, seek out your legislators. 📣02:00 Introduction: Engaging with Your Kids40:37 Understanding School Emergency Drills40:55 Parental Involvement and School Safety41:35 Taking Action: School Board and Legislation42:25 Resources for Proper Emergency Drills42:40 Conclusion: Leveraging Available InformationConnect with Dan Dluzneski:LinkedInThe First Five Minutes: School Shooting Survival Guide for Administrators and Teachers Let's Connect!Facebook: The Beauty in the Mess podcast InstagramWebsiteLinkedIn

In this episode of 'The Beauty In The Mess,' Dr. Susan Landers, a retired neonatologist and author of 'So Many Babies,' shares her journey through the challenges of a demanding medical career and motherhood. She discusses the impact of work-life balance, the struggles of burnout, and the importance of self-care for working mothers. Dr. Landers offers practical advice on managing emotional exhaustion and emphasizes the necessity of human connection and prioritizing one’s well-being. Listeners will gain insights into dealing with parental guilt, setting boundaries, and finding empowerment in sharing experiences with others.02:04 Introduction and Welcome02:17 Journey to Neonatology03:05 Balancing Career and Family04:35 Struggles with Burnout06:13 Finding a New Path10:43 Writing and Advocacy14:16 Challenges of Caregiving28:17 Work-Life Balance33:30 Balancing Emotional Labor in Relationships36:46 Understanding and Addressing Burnout38:35 Steps to Recover from Burnout40:39 The Power of Nature and Journaling42:49 Connecting with Friends and Self-Care49:12 The Concept of a 'Good Enough' Mother53:26 Insights from 'So Many Babies'56:26 Addressing Feelings of Unworthiness57:53 Where to Find More from Dr. LandersConnect with Dr. Susan Landers:LinkedInWebsite Let's Connect!Facebook: The Beauty in the Mess podcast InstagramWebsiteLinkedIn  

A Journey of Self-Love and Healing with Jessica EvansIn this episode of 'Beauty and the Mess,' I welcome Jessica, the author of 'Fade to Light,' who shares her remarkable journey of transformation. Jessica recounts her decision to leave a successful career in 2019 to pursue a life of writing and creativity. She delves into the process of writing her memoir, the cathartic experiences of confronting her past, and the unexpected healing it brought. Jessica opens up about her complex childhood, marked by trauma and restrictive religious beliefs, and how she embarked on a decades-long journey of self-love and acceptance. She discusses the practice of self-love, the impact of grief on her outlook on life, and the importance of introducing unconditional love in parenting. This heartfelt conversation sheds light on the power of owning one's story, the art of prayer however that looks for you, and the continual effort to build a nurturing and loving relationship with oneself.01:57 Introduction and Welcome02:05 Jessica's Journey to Becoming an Author04:02 The Healing Power of Writing04:32 Exploring Childhood and Family Dynamics06:03 Reconnecting with the Past08:46 The Love Project: A Journey to Self-Love10:55 Overcoming the Inner Critic16:10 Acceptance and Moving Forward18:39 Navigating Family Estrangement26:43 Parenting and Building Bonds28:41 The Impact of Loss and Grief29:09 Writing as a Healing Journey32:04 The Concept of Self-Love40:33 The Power of Gratitude46:09 Redefining Prayer48:39 Final Reflections and GratitudeConnect with Jessica Evans:YouTubeFacebookInstagramWebsiteAmazon Let's Connect!Facebook: The Beauty in the Mess podcast InstagramWebsiteLinkedIn

Journey Beyond Inflammation: Sherry Diamond’s Balance 4 LifeIn this episode of 'The Beauty In The Mess,' Sherry Diamond, a wellness coach and founder of Balance 4  Life, shares her transformative journey from struggling with weight and pre-diabetes to losing 103 pounds and maintaining her health through a researched, anti-inflammatory diet. Sherry discusses the detrimental effects of processed foods and sugars, the importance of clean eating, and how her diet program helps others achieve lasting health and wellness. She also delves into not just clean eating but clean living by watching all of the products she puts in or on her body. Additionally, she also touches on the mental and emotional hurdles people face when making lifestyle changes and stresses the importance of a positive mindset and prioritizing health. The conversation includes practical advice on meal prep, identifying signs of inflammation, and navigating social pressures while maintaining healthy habits.01:55 Introduction and Welcoming Sherry02:06 Sherry's Journey to Wellness04:55 Understanding Inflammation and Diet07:36 Sherry's Program and Meal Prep10:39 Maintaining Weight Loss and Healthy Eating13:04 Challenges and Misconceptions in Health14:35 Personal Experiences and Overcoming Health Issues17:43 The Role of Diet in Managing Inflammation22:22 The Impact of Processed Foods and Chemicals35:09 Weight Loss Medications and Clean Ingredients40:32 Navigating Grocery Options41:20 Recipe Sharing and Program Details43:36 Essential Oils and Natural Remedies46:33 Overcoming Addictions and Cravings49:36 Maintaining Health and Avoiding Inflammation01:06:03 The Impact of Stress on Health01:011:27 Final Thoughts and FarewellConnect with Sherry Diamond:Balance 4 Life Facebook GroupLinkedInInstagramWebsiteSher The Gift Let's Connect!Facebook: The Beauty in the Mess podcast InstagramWebsiteLinkedIn