The Beauty in the Mess

In this episode, Michele interviews Elizabeth Douglas, ESQ, an award-winning divorce and family law attorney and speaker. Elizabeth shares her lifelong passion for law, transitioning from corporate litigation to divorce and family law to forge a deeper connection with her clients. She discusses the challenges and rewards of her work, emphasizing the importance of communication, empathy, and holistic support for individuals going through divorce. Elizabeth also highlights the significance of self-care, mental health support, and the pivotal role of prenuptial agreements. The conversation touches on complex cases, modern family dynamics, and fostering self-love post-divorce. Elizabeth's commitment to helping clients thrive after divorce and her proactive approach to evolving family law are key themes throughout the discussion.Elizabeth is the CEO and Founder of Douglas Family Law, PLLC. She is an award-winning divorce and family law attorney in New York. She has helped her clients through challenges like divorces, custody, and surrogacy battles and believes that everyone can start over and live fulfilling lives - no matter what they go through. Elizabeth has been featured in Forbes, Fox and recently on CNBC - she is also an international keynote speaker. She strives for excellence while being a beacon to uplift her staff, community, and clients.02:00 Introduction and Welcome02:07 Elizabeth's Journey to Family Law03:49 Challenges and Emotional Impact05:16 Empathy and Client Care06:45 Helping Clients Through Grieving08:50 Most Challenging Cases10:44 Rewarding Cases and Modern Family Dynamics12:19 Communication Issues Leading to Divorce13:32 Life After Divorce: Healing and Moving Forward21:09 The Importance of Prenups27:42 Pet Custody and Legal Nuances29:48 Fostering Self-Love After Divorce31:09 Final Thoughts and Practice InformationConnect with Elizabeth Douglas, ESQ:LinkedInWebsiteTwitter / XLet's Connect!Facebook: The Beauty in the Mess podcast InstagramWebsiteLinkedIn

In this comprehensive episode of 'The Beauty In The Mess,' host Michele delves into the world of personal branding with financial expert and author, Annie Margarita Yang. The discussion spans Annie's journey from avoiding student loans to becoming a bestselling author, highlighting the importance of personal branding. Tips for curating a robust online presence, particularly on platforms like LinkedIn, are shared. The episode also explores strategies for maintaining a consistent and authentic brand across all social media, emphasizing storytelling and authenticity. Annie and Michele tackle topics such as the challenges in personal branding like receiving negative feedback and the variability of audience engagement. They look into the future of personal branding, especially the role of TikTok, and provide valuable job search strategies. The conversation underscores the changing relevance of traditional degrees in career advancement, urging listeners to think beyond conventional paths and strive for their goals with confidence.Annie is the best-selling author of “The 5-Day Job Search.” Additionally, she is someone who balances a full-time job with a thriving side business and is a female breadwinner. She offers practical advice, a unique perspective, and encouragement that you can apply immediately. She’s successfully branded herself as a personal financial expert online, and now as a best-selling and award-winning author. She is eager to share lessons that can aid you in reclaiming your professional narrative. With over 1 million YouTube views and 18,000 subscribers, her reach and impact speak to the effectiveness of the strategies that she teaches.02:30 Introduction and Guest Welcome02:37 Annie's Backstory: From Immigrant Child to Financial Expert03:33 The Journey to Becoming an Author and Financial Advisor05:30 Testing Out of College and Early Career Moves06:34 Understanding and Building a Personal Brand07:55 Networking and Leveraging Social Media09:06 Consistency in Personal Branding16:29 The Power of Storytelling in Personal Branding20:03 Navigating Audience Attention Spans20:51 Adjusting Your Brand Without Losing Followers22:07 Dealing with Personal and Emotional Challenges23:07 Responding to Hate Comments26:18 The Future of Personal Branding28:03 Insights on Job Search and Career Growth29:03 The Importance of Mindset in Job Applications29:12 Interview Tips and Personal Branding33:59 The Role of Education in Career Success37:36 Final Thoughts and EncouragementConnect with Annie Margarita Yang:LinkedInFacebookInstagramTwitter / XTikTok Let's Connect!Facebook: The Beauty in the Mess podcast InstagramWebsiteLinkedIn

In this episode of The Beauty In The Mess, Daniel Hauge delves into the transformative journeys of entrepreneurs, who turned his life around from turmoil to triumph. He discusses the significance of aligning business practices with personal values to ensure sustainable success and personal fulfillment. Key topics include the development of effective systems to maintain progress, the importance of clear goals, and the role of social media in personal branding. Real-life examples illustrate how consistent small actions, driven by well-structured systems, lead to long-term success. Insights on managing overwhelm, building confidence, and balancing different aspects of life are shared alongside strategies for scaling businesses while maintaining core values.Daniel Hauge is a #1 bestselling author and entrepreneur from Denmark. He went from being a high-school dropout and being involved in crime and drug abuse to now being the founder of Passion 4 Achievement, a company helping thousands of entrepreneurs all over the world maximize performance in and out of business. Daniel is obsessed with personal growth, entrepreneurship, and the relationship between them. He believes everyone can build their version of a world-class life, and he aims to help as many entrepreneurs as possible achieve exactly that.02:45 Introduction and Welcome02:53 Daniel's Backstory: Overcoming Adversity04:14 Gaining Clarity and Setting Values07:50 Building a Life Worth Living12:22 Overcoming Confidence Issues14:21 Managing Stress and Overwhelm18:18 The Importance of Systems and Measurables20:02 The Role of Social Media in Entrepreneurship29:49 Designing Your Lifestyle and Business29:25 Balancing Primary Values in Business29:52 Facing Challenges and Overcoming Fear31:11 High Reward Activities in Business and Life34:52 Building and Scaling Systems for Success36:25 The Power of Small Steps and Momentum40:57 Setting Standards and Achieving Consistency44:02 Integrating Health, Business, and Personal Growth48:18 Maintaining Motivation and Momentum49:55 Coaching Program and Final ThoughtsConnect with Daniel Hauge:Website Let's Connect!Facebook: The Beauty in the Mess podcast InstagramWebsiteLinkedIn

In this episode of 'The Beauty In The Mess,' fitness mindset coach Scott Friedman explains the importance of mindset over mechanics in achieving fitness goals. Scott discusses common barriers to maintaining fitness routines, such as fear of public failure, societal pressures, and unrealistic expectations. The episode delves into transforming yo-yo dieting into a sustainable lifestyle by setting specific, realistic goals, and identifying deep-rooted motivations. Key steps like understanding your 'why,' creating actionable steps, and maintaining accountability are emphasized. The discussion covers balancing exercise and diet, especially during vacations, and overcoming food cravings through habit formation and consistency. Scott shares his approach to coaching, aimed at empowering individuals to sustain their own fitness and nutrition plans by educating and removing obstacles. Check out Scott's podcast, 'The Power of Progress,' for more insights on fitness, mindset, and well-being.Scott is a nationally accredited Personal Trainer, Fitness Nutrition Coach, and Behavior Change Specialist, who has been in the fitness industry for a decade. He has worked with hundreds of clients, and specializes in mentoring them on how to build long term sustainable habits using his key principles of mindset, motion and momentum. Turning health from a chore to a lifestyle.Scott is a unique and engaging speaker, coach, and host of the Power of Progress podcast. He prides himself on understanding the needs of those who wish to change their lives. Through storytelling, personal experience, and a refreshingly honest take on the fitness and nutrition industry, Scott empowers and inspires his audiences and clients to take congruent action to achieve their goals. His authentic, and ‘grip it and rip it’ style resonates with people to take practical steps to improve their lives.03:10 Introduction and Guest Welcome03:17 Understanding Mindset in Fitness04:50 Common Roadblocks to Weight Loss07:02 The Fear of Public Judgment09:57 The Yo-Yo Dieting Cycle15:24 Making Fitness a Lifestyle22:11 The Importance of Accountability28:18 Navigating Setbacks and Mental Preparation28:50 Accepting and Planning for Indulgences31:37 The Problem with Restrictive Diets35:03 Combating Food Addictions41:11 Building Consistent Healthy Habits44:36 The Importance of Mindset in Fitness and Nutrition49:32 Overview of the Coaching Program52:31 Final Thoughts and Where to Find More ContentConnect with Scott Friedman:YouTube ChannelApple PodcastsSpotifyWebsite Let's Connect!Facebook: The Beauty in the Mess podcast InstagramWebsiteLinkedIn

In this episode of 'The Beauty In The Mess,' we sit down with Christa Gagnon, a rare disease advocate and founder of Going with the Gagnons. Christa shares her transformative journey after her daughter, Jordan, was diagnosed with Giant Axonal Neuropathy (GAN), a terminal illness. She discusses the challenges of living with a terminal genetic condition, the stages of grief, and how she and her family navigate life day by day. We also learn about Jordan's dreams, their joint clothing line, and the importance of community and advocacy.Christa Gagnon is a woman who wears many hats. Being blessed with a daughter with a terminal illness has shaped the trajectory of her career and passions. Her daughter is her world and she is on a mission to bring awareness and find a cure. She is an advocate and knows the importance of her voice. She has been an entrepreneur and business owner for the past 20 years and just recently stepped into the nonprofit space as a brand manager. It is Christa's goal to create community and bring people together. She shares her experience with the pain and grief that comes with being a caregiver to help others know they are not alone. She is excited that she has reached the portion of her life where she is able to give back and help others.02:10 Introduction02:16 Krista's Mission02:36 Stages of Grief02:41 Journey to Diagnosis03:01 Living with GAN03:41 Raising Jordan03:52 Daily Life and Acceptance07:48 Diagnosis Impact on Family12:31 Jordan's Dreams and Projects22:08 Support and Advocacy23:51 Clothing Line and Affirmations27:53 Words from Jordan30:22 Contact and FollowConnect with Christa Gagnon:WebsiteInstagramTik Tok Let's Connect!Facebook: The Beauty in the Mess podcast InstagramWebsiteLinkedIn  

In this episode of 'The Beauty In The Mess', host Michele interviews Krissy Loveman, a trauma-informed life coach. Krissy shares her journey from growing up in a conservative, fundamentalist environment to dealing with chronic pain and burnout. She discusses the pivotal moments and transformative practices, such as Jungian psychology and feminine movement pole dancing, that led her to become a life coach.  Krissy helps people build confidence and reclaim their power over anxiety, self-doubt, and people-pleasing. She coaches the conscious and unconscious mind to rewire neural pathways that create deep, lasting change. A self-described "psych nerd," Krissy loves to teach people how the brain and nervous system drive our behavioral patterns. She places a special emphasis on deprogramming notions that poor self-discipline or lack of willpower are the reasons we fail to change ourselves.  01:37 Introduction and Welcome01:45 Chrissy's Journey to Becoming a Trauma-Informed Life Coach03:27 The Role of Jungian Psychology and Feminine Movement05:07 Overcoming Physical and Emotional Challenges06:27 Understanding Trauma-Informed Coaching08:19 Listening to Your Body and Movement Practices12:08 Interrupting Negative Patterns and Stress Responses14:36 Tools for Real-Time Pattern Interruption19:31 The Power of Hypnosis and Visualization23:57 Maintaining Long-Term Change26:41 Understanding Self-Sabotage27:50 Interrupting Patterns with Tools28:26 The Science Behind Rewiring the Brain29:41 Childhood Roots of Self-Sabotage32:06 Workshops on Anxiety and People Pleasing34:57 Exploring Shadow Work and Archetypes41:20 S Factor Feminine Movement43:40 Coaching Programs and Contact Information46:08 Conclusion and Final Thoughts Connect with Krissy Loveman:WebsiteInstagram Let's Connect!Facebook: The Beauty in the Mess podcast InstagramWebsiteLinkedIn

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