Lean Into Curiosity

This topic might seem obvious to some of you, but not so obvious to others.  So how do you do more of what you love and less of what you don’t?  In this episode I share with you an epiphany I had after trying to conform to society norms and went against what felt right.  It’s a constant practice and I am happy to report that I learned a very valuable lesson I have to share with you.  Use this episode as a way to look at a project you’ve been putting off so you can truly get down to the core reason(s). MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Episode 031: The Subtle Art of Journaling Episode 020: From a Hobby to a Business with April King Episode 002: Defining Your Personal Values Wanna join me as a guest on the show? Do you have any topic suggestions? Message me on IG: @leanintocuriosity or https://leanintocuriosity.com/contact-me

THE SUBTLE ART OF JOURNALING I have been practicing journaling for about three years now and it’s about dang time I share with you what’s been working, how often I journal and what I journal about. I truly do believe journaling can change your life and all you have to do is get started.  Take what you want from this episode to implement into your daily life.  I hope it helps you move your ideas forward, sort through your thoughts and improve the quality of your life.  It’s certainly done all of that for me and more! MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Wanna join me as a guest on the show? Message me on IG: @leanintocuriosity or https://leanintocuriosity.com/contact-me Episode 016: Syncing Your Cycle with Danielle Fradette

Jennifer Phelps is the owner of Jennifer Phelps: Organize. Design. Reinvent!  She helps her clients create beautiful, organized and inspiring spaces. After working for 15 years in the natural health and wellness field, she realized a common thread among all people, when you tackle your space, it impacts your entire life, health, relationships, career, self-worth and beyond. Through redefining, organization, design inspiration, and lifestyle assessment, Jennifer incorporates her 4-Tier Signature process that helps you create a home or office that supports your success and reflects your very best self, a place you love and can thrive in, both personally and professionally. She believes that when you reinvent your space you reinvent yourSELF!  TAKEAWAYS FROM THIS EPISODE: If you have no room for a change in your life, you won’t have room to become someone new. You can’t escape your nature, but you can tame it. Quit fighting who you are - embrace it!      Exercise your muscle of seeing what should take your time

Tiffany Agnew inspires others to step into their brave.  She wants others to become the greatest versions of themselves so they can live their wildest dreams. After losing her son just a few months after his 18th birthday, she has been determined to live more like Braedon, with bravery.  Tiffany truly believes we are all made for more.  Now Tiffany writes, speaks, mentors and motivates others to step outside their comfort zone to take action. TAKEAWAYS FROM THIS EPISODE: You can read all the self-help books, but you have to take action. The more action you take, the more capable you feel to take the next step. Create a “Brave Things” list even if you only start with 10 “small” things. You will gain confidence by doing things that scare you. If you’re not doing live videos, start. People are craving authenticity. Don’t think about how you’re going to get from point A to Z. Use the climbing a mountain analogy, you just need to know one thing you’re going to put in your backpack.    You don’t fail unless you st

Having helped over 10,000 families with end of life care for their pets, Dr. Joanne Lefebvre Connolly shares her insight into the lessons we can all learn from the animals.  Dr. Joanne’s biggest lessons as a veterinarian and spiritual student have come from the connection to all things living and dying.  She believes there is a better way to live and die and we have the resources within us to connect on a deeper level. She encourages people to be more like their pets by keeping it simple and having fun as you move through this life. TAKEAWAYS FROM THIS EPISODE: Often the most wonderful things that happen in life are not planned. Animals are our best teachers; they teach us to keep it simple and to play. You are the only one that can gauge what feels right for you. It’s ok to have multiple doors open at once and to knock on one and close another. If you ever find yourself thinking that you’re crazy, switch it to say you’re a visionary. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Book Recommendations: Hayley’s Angels by Dr. J

Katy Oliveira spent years in higher education organizations where she discovered a true love for teaching as a professor. She worked her way into an administrative roll, spending 15 years in academic success at large public institutes and private liberal arts universities.  After reaching the pinnacle of her career, she no longer had the ability to be creative in that space.  That’s the time Katy decide to start her own podcast and business.  Now through her own vision quest she teaches young adults how to create the framework for their life and going for it. Katy encourages resourcefulness and getting good at pivoting.  This conversation is great for any stage of your personal and professional endeavor.   TAKEAWAYS FROM THIS EPISODE: You are not a one hit wonder, you are going to try different things over the course of your life, the trick is to get good at pivoting. You can blend your passions and curiosity into something that makes you unique. We don’t have to fill up every hour of our day. If every minut

An autoimmune disease became the center of Kariman Pierce’s life and work.  So much that she felt she should be wearing a post-it note on her forehead. She decided it was time to make a career change so Kariman attended a leadership training.  She used this time to create space for healing her heart and discover what she was meant to do next.  During the leadership training she had two major breakthroughs that showed her the next steps to find her path and purpose.  She is now a trained path and purpose mentor helping others discover their zone of genius.   TAKEAWAYS FROM THIS EPISODE: The Universe is so neutral and is an intelligent field, whatever we put into it we get back, when you get negative messages, that is your ego Limiting beliefs are simply a form of interpretation. Whatever we are dreaming of doing we have to be in the mindset that we are already there. Trusting the process moves you forward because you are living in positive anticipation. If you don’t have a forgiveness practice-add one to your

Denise Steffen ended her first career as a paralegal to become a massage therapist.  She then felt called to help others on their health journey after she experienced a thyroid issue.  Denise became a health coach and continues to step into the unknown so she can grow herself and her practice.  She was able to stay persistent, stay in her own lay and stay committed to constantly evolving.  TAKEAWAYS FROM THIS EPISODE: When you want something, sometimes you just have to put on your big girl pants and go for it. As we get older, we feel like we can’t or shouldn’t ask the question WHY, but it’s crucial that we continuously ask ourselves WHY? Stay in your own lane. When you start looking at what everyone else is doing you can derail yourself. Don’t discount any of your interests even if you spend a little time in each one, you never know which one is going to lead you in the direction you’re meant to go. When you start writing things down, like what makes you happy, what brings you joy, you will be amazed at how

This conversation with Katagyna Shalhoub gives us permission to follow our own inner guidance.  She shares her journey through extensive education to discovering a creative side that brings her happiness beyond anything science ever could.  After earning her Master’s Degree in Ocean Engineering from MIT (yeah, whoa) to then continue on to receive her PhD with a high distinction in Marine Optics (yeah, whoa again), she looked around and realized she wanted to be using the ocean as a creative outlet - not a science experiment.  She encourages us to look at what isn’t working and to reverse engineer the parts of our life we want to improve.    TAKEAWAYS FROM THIS EPISODE: Traveling is progressive and through travel you get closer to who you’re truly mean to be. Our emotions are a great barometer for what we love to do and where we should be going, we just try to out-think ourselves from our emotions. Challenges are like a race with hurdles, you overcome one, then there’s another one. Distraction is parts of you

Shelly Snow Pordea is a three-time published fiction author and an amazing blogger. In this episode she shares the importance of making your creative passions a priority with intentionality. Shelly believes we all have the courage to say what we are, do what we want and enjoy the process. During this fun conversation she explains why we should continuously be looking for the questions not the answers. TAKEAWAYS FROM THIS EPISODE: Have courage to call yourself what you are and what you want to be. It’s important to be gentle and gracious with yourself. There’s always going to be a sacrifice when you decide to follow a passion. If you schedule well, are intentional and are present in the moment you might be surprised on how much you can fit into your day. There is a time when you decide to pursue your creative passion that it turns into a priority. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: A Path Made Clear by Oprah Winfrey The Call to Courage: Brene Brown’s Netflix Series The Power of Vulnerability Ted Talk by Brene Brown

Jaclyn DiGregorio is an ambitious, young entrepreneur who started her first business from her dorm room at Georgetown University.  Now she is a keynote speaker, author and business consultant.  During this episode she walks us through a powerful visualization exercise to help get your mindset right and to help overcome your limiting beliefs.  Jaclyn believes business success is half strategic planning and half mindset.  This conversation is so inspiring and motivating.  We all get a free one-on-one coaching session through this episode, it’s a win-win! TAKEAWAYS FROM THIS EPISODE: Stop settling for less than what sets your soul on fire. You only have to be a few steps ahead of those you are trying to help. When you are visualizing, think of the feeling you desire, then think of things you do now that give you that feeling and do more of that. Business success is half strategic planning and half mindset. What we preach is what we need to hear, pay attention to what you’re saying. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: M

As a self-cove coach and mentor, Keidi Janz shares what it takes to practice more compassion and love for yourself.  When we think of loved ones, often times we don’t even put ourselves in that category.  She is helping us change the stories we tell ourselves and encourages taking the time to just sit and check in with how you’re feeling without having to know the why.  This incredible conversation encouraged me to love myself first and I hope it does the same for you. TAKEAWAYS FROM THIS EPISODE: The beauty of being human is having multiple interests. The way you build you intuition muscle is to take time and just sit. Meditation teaches us to be aware of our thoughts. When we’re aware of our thoughts we can change negative thoughts. When we work from the “why” mindset we’re searching and scrambling so you don’ have to always know the why or the how. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Louise Hay Wayne Dyer Book Recommendation: You are a Badass Series by Jen Sincero Follow me on IG: @leanintocuriosity Topic suggest

In this episode I chat with April King, Co-Founder of Four Kings Kitchen. Her business started as a hobby. She used a recipe for healthy, tasty granola, adjusted it to her satisfaction and began giving it out as a gift. The feedback quickly sparked a business idea. When people started asking for more and if they ever thought about selling it, that’s when April and her husband took the steps to create their product-based health food company. I am so glad they did, because now we all have access to this amazing product. She shares so much wisdom in this episode as we sit down in my living room and talk all things business.    TAKEAWAYS FROM THIS EPISODE: The reality of starting anything is that you’re going to make a ton of mistakes, that’s part of the learning process. Manage your expectations based upon how in you are on any one thing. It’s ok to admit you’re a beginner, everyone is at the beginning. If you change your physical state, it changes everything. Sometimes procrastination is an inner knowing that

Marci Geller is an inspirational songwriter and singer. In this real, honest conversation, Marci shares with us why it is so important to create space for yourself to create. Her music is therapy for herself and so many others. She talks about the importance of honesty with yourself and how that can open doors of possibilities.  If you are feeling alone on your journey, this episode will help you realize you’re not.  I was so touched by this genuine conversation and can’t say enough positive things about Marci Geller.  This is was one of the most inspiring and vulnerable conversation I’ve ever had.  She also shares a us a few tips for running a successful crowdfunding campaign after having successfully completed her third. TAKEAWAYS FROM THIS EPISODE: Your passion can become a place to express yourself that feels safe from harm. Make time to do things that don’t have a productive purpose because it can encourage your creativity. When you feel self-doubt, go back to a moment that you felt incredible because i

In this episode you will learn how Clarissa Castillo-Ramsey has reinvented herself every few years since college.  She shares the education and career paths that have led her to the work she is doing now.  She is an artist, a social worker, a vision board workshop host and all-around amazing human being.  She shares the importance of getting quiet and spending time with yourself.  You have the answers within you, you know yourself best.  If you ever find yourself asking “Now what?”, then this episode is a must listen. TAKEAWAYS FROM THIS EPISODE: Set a date and go for it. If there is something you’ve done by yourself that has helped you, you can do it as a workshop for the public. When something sparks your interest, it’s doing that for a reason, tune in. Getting quiet and visualizing where you see your life is a powerful exercise. Survey your audience and listen to their feedback, feedback is your best coach. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Book Recommendations: 7 Habits of Highly Effective People by Stephen Co

From a very young age Phyllis Brasenell tried things and stopped when they no longer brought her joy.  Fast forward to a few years back when she started and grew a successful brick and mortar business only to look around asking herself “What’s next?”.  She enjoys the ideation and creation process and uses her “starter” personality to her advantage.  Now Phyllis uses her experience to help other business owners recognize what they’re good at and what they love. She enjoys seeing her clients flourish as they are guided to endeavors that use their strengths and passions. TAKEAWAYS FROM THIS EPISODE: Become good at pivoting and learn to be ok with shifting gears throughout your journey. Recognize if you’re a starter of projects, a maintainer or a closer. If something doesn’t serve you anymore, it’s ok to move on to something else. Nobody is paying attention to your life and what you are doing as much as you are. Intuition and spreadsheets can coexist. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Dry Bar Founder Allie Web on How

This is the final episode of Random Thought Thursdays. When I get back from vacation I will be starting a new solo episode series. Be sure to subscribe to Lean Into Curiosity Podcast so you're notified when new episodes are released each week. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Follow me on IG: @leanintocuriosity For questions, topic suggestions or interview requests click here!

Ellie Rome spent her entire life fighting a sugar addiction.  During college she developed an auto-immune disease forcing her to start an elimination diet.  It wasn’t until she gave up sugar that she started to feel better and become more productive.  Ellie didn’t realize how much brain fog she really had until it was gone.  She went on to become a Chemical Engineer and after a few years was guided to become a Health Coach to help others overcome their bad relationships with food.  She teaches her clients how to be more mindful and develop a healthy relationship with food which will transfer over to other areas of their life. TAKEAWAYS FROM THIS EPISODE: Having your business on the side for a bit can help you prove to yourself that you can do it. You might not ever actually feel ready to move forward, sometimes you just have to move forward. If you’re feeling scared to move an idea forward, commit to a date. You might be met with resistance, but you have to keep pushing. Ask yourself, why am I wanting to do

Jumping on the mic sharing ideas and thoughts I have throughout the week. C’mon-I’m not the only one that has random thoughts. I’m just putting a public time stamp on mine…why not? Unedited, all over the map, random rambling! Enjoy!

Danielle Fradette read a book that changed her life.  She took what she learned one step further and reached out to the author who became her mentor.  She is now educating others on the importance of syncing your cycle, understanding yourself better and living in alignment with each phase of your cycle.  Danielle shares how she took a leap of faith leaving her teaching job to create a business around helping other women understand their minds and bodies during each phase of the female cycle.  Her experience and knowledge on this topic is incredible and articulated with such grace.  She shares her personal experience, wisdom and knowledge into syncing your cycle to live in tune with your mind and body. TAKEAWAYS FROM THIS EPISODE: Learning to sync your cycle can completely change your life. We physically can’t maintain the same energy throughout our cycle even though our society says go, go, go. What you do in one phase of your cycle will impact you throughout the entire month. Our bodies are physiolog