I'm back and fired up about my recent vulnerable stage appearance that moved me through so many emotions, including but not limited to joy, fear, and simply wanting to run away! But I persevered and I have some takeaway's to share with you.

Moving through our brains lovely way of self sabotaging, over compensating, and creating catastrophe where it is not warranted can be hard...but here I talk through just how I came up against it all and moved through it more eloquently!

Episode #44

Massiel, owner of That Girl+Co in Downtown Lemont, IL goes deep on how she has been empowered to build a life and legacy that means something special to not only her, her family, and her community...but the message within it all. Her power to help others pursue passions and find themselves through new experiences is outstanding. So this episode

Quick recap The conversation between Megan and Massiel revolved around their personal experiences, including public speaking and starting a business, as well as the importance of creativity, self-empowerment, and community building. They also discussed the impact of one's words and actions on others and the need to listen to others' opinions and thoughts. Towards the end of their discussion, Massiel shared her work in empowering young girls and encouraged others to trust their instincts and explore their potential.

Small Steps, Big Impact: Crafting Confidence

Massiel and Megan Holly discussed the benefits of taking small steps towards achieving goals, like taking a 20-second leap of courage to start a project. Massiel shared her personal story of using crafting as a confidence booster and how it helped her build a successful business.

Talents and Gifts: Personal Journeys and Encouragement

Megan and Massiel discussed the importance of acknowledging and using one's own talents and gifts. Massiel shared her personal journey of realizing her worth and the simple nature of accepting and using her gifts. Megan asked Massiel for advice on encouraging others to try new things, suggesting that it depends on the person's personality. Massiel suggested a risk calculation and the idea of starting small, noting that initial discomfort doesn't necessarily mean one should stop, but rather, it might be a signal to take a break.

Empowerment and Identity: The two ladies discussed the importance of understanding individual modes of operation and how to move forward in one's own unique way. Massiel shared her motivation, which stemmed from a mission to empower girls and women, drawing from her personal experience growing up in an unsupportive environment and her belief in the power of self-empowerment. She also highlighted her love for feeling accomplished and trying new things, which she believes keeps her going in life. Megan Holly concluded the conversation by emphasizing that individuals can have multiple identities and pursuits, such as being a parent and also cultivating other creative or worldly experiences.

Embracing Multiple Roles for Fulfillment

Megan Holly emphasized the importance of not limiting oneself to one role or interest, but rather embracing multiple hats that make one feel fulfilled. She highlighted the potential negative effects of shutting down certain aspects of oneself, such as resentment towards the neglected role. Massiel agreed with Megan's points, sharing her experiences of witnessing many empowering moments in her studio. She expressed gratitude for the appreciation she receives from her clients, noting that these moments happen frequently and in various forms.

Meet Massiel: Founder + Creative Director of That Girl + Co is passionate about empowering women and young girls to find their power through creativity, connections, and POWER TOOLS! Heck yes! Her belief is that creativity builds our confidence and becomes therapeutic and healing to those who step into it.

Her mission is boundless and we all need her message, so please be sure to check out all of the beautiful, creative endeavor's she is up to on her socials. Hang out on That Girl + Co Instagram, Facebook, or head over to www.thatgirlandco.com

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Episode #43

Consistency is key to so much in life but how does it really affect us? This episode with Nicole McGrath helps to dive into what consistency, inner wisdom, and the power of self can achieve.

Impact of Past Experiences on Beliefs and Behaviors

How does our past relate to our future? Nicole emphasized the importance of self-awareness and understanding that many beliefs and habits are not necessarily one's own, but rather a product of past experiences. They also highlighted the need to address and potentially heal these past experiences to improve one's current life. The conversation concluded with a call to focus on the present and remember that life doesn't always have to be stressful or anxious.

Tapping Inner Wisdom for Life Guidance

A discussion surrounding the importance of tapping into one's inner wisdom to guide life decisions opened up. Nicole suggested methods such as observing thoughts and recognizing negative limiting thoughts as not representative of oneself. She also emphasized the role of feelings as guides, noting that uncomfortable feelings indicate a misalignment with oneself and can be released or healed. Nicole shared her personal practice of giving negative thoughts a name to distance herself from them. Megan appreciated this perspective, viewing it as a concrete way to separate oneself from negative thoughts.

Emotional Release: A Challenging Benefit

Megan and Nicole discussed the importance of acknowledging and addressing discomforting emotions instead of resisting or distracting oneself from them. Megan shared an example of how her husband was able to release his anxiety by articulating his thoughts and concerns. Nicole emphasized that societal pressure to avoid uncomfortable feelings often leads to resistance and suggested that releasing these emotions could help prevent them from escalating. They agreed that identifying and redirecting one's responses to discomforting emotions could be a challenging but beneficial process.

Conscious Choices for Personal Change

Megan and Nicole discussed the importance of making conscious choices to effect personal and professional change. Nicole shared her approach, which includes acknowledging and expressing feelings, and then choosing a different experience, thereby effectively changing her reality. They also touched on the difficulty of taking action, especially when one is inundated with information about self-improvement, and the importance of validation and habit-building in the process.

Self-Trust and Small Changes for Personal Growth

Megan and Nicole discussed the power of self-trust and small changes in achieving personal growth. They emphasized the importance of focusing on one task at a time, celebrating small wins, and enjoying the present moment. They also touched on the idea of erasing societal programming that prevents people from trusting themselves. The conversation concluded with Nicole encouraging listeners to trust their inner guidance and take consistent action towards their goals, even when the journey is challenging.

Meet Nicole McGrath - a Life Coach & Face Yoga teacher who is passionate about the transformation that can take place in our lives if and when we are ready! Seeing the 'ah-ha' moments her clients can achieve in the work they do together is what keeps her on a path to help more women transform their lives. The power of coaching is something she is passionate about, and she loves connecting with new people, so be sure to go see more on what she is all about and has to offer! Hang with her on Instagram! Find more on what Nicole does and what she has coming up!

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