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Life Sculptors - Helping your life take shape!How to Find Your Voice | Life Sculptors Podcast S2 Ep 07In a world filled with opinions, expectations, and constant noise, how do you find your true voice—and more importantly, how do you trust it? In this episode of the Life Sculptors Podcast, we explore the power of tuning your inner voice. Using A Crow of His Own by Megan Dowd Lambert as our narrative foundation, we reflect on how others’ comparisons, rejections, and validations can distort our self- perception. You’ll hear how external noise can drown out your internal clarity—and what it takes to rise above it. We talk courage, comparison, and the discipline it takes to belie...2025-05-1428 min
Life Sculptors - Helping your life take shape!Facing the Edges of DiscomfortIn this final episode of the series, we explore what it means to come to the edge of yourself—where comfort ends and growth begins. Inspired by Into the Uncut Grass, we reflect on sacred tension, decision-making, and the wisdom of slowing down. This episode invites you to pause and ask: Where in your life have you been avoiding the edge?2025-04-2831 min
Life Sculptors - Helping your life take shape!The Grass Isn't Greener-It's Uncut Part 2: Are You Stuck or StrongIn Part 2 of our series The Grass Isn’t Greener—It’s Uncut, we wrestle with a powerful question: Are you stuck… or are you strong? Using Part II of Trevor Noah’s Into the Uncut Grass as our guide, we explore how fear, ego, and old patterns can masquerade as strength. We break down the difference between stubbornness and determination, unpack the purpose of discipline, and talk about how freedom without wisdom is just chaos in disguise. Your growth begins where your comfort ends—and you can’t move forward if you’re still clinging to what you won’t let go of.2025-04-0426 min
Life Sculptors - Helping your life take shape!The Grass Isn’t Greener—It’s Uncut: Part 1 – A Journey Inside OutIn this first episode of a powerful 3-part series, we begin exploring Into the Uncut Grass by Trevor Noah—a picture book full of deep, grown-up truths cloaked in imagination.Through the lens of Part I, we unpack what it means to start well, the tension between chasing dreams outside and doing the work inside, and how maturity, discipline, and self-awareness shape true freedom.You'll hear stories, reflections, and real talk about how we sometimes pursue progress while neglecting the very foundation required to sustain it.🌱 Are you running toward something purposeful—or just aw...2025-03-2226 min
Life Sculptors - Helping your life take shape!Big & Bold: Embracing Your True Self in Every SpaceIn this episode of the Life Sculptors Podcast, we delve into Vashti Harrison's poignant picture book, BIG. This narrative explores the profound impact of words and societal labels on our self-perception, especially when our personalities, emotions, or opinions are deemed "too big. Tune in to explore how embracing your "big" can lead to a more authentic and fulfilling life. Share your thoughts and experiences with us on social media using #LifeSculptorsPodcast.2025-02-2327 min
Life Sculptors - Helping your life take shape!Better Together: Finding Common GroundWelcome to Season 2, Episode 2 of the Life Sculptors Podcast! In Better Together, we explore Knight Owl and Early Bird by Christopher Denise, uncovering powerful lessons about differences, leadership, and relationships. Do our differences divide us, or can they make us stronger? Knight Owl and Early Bird couldn’t be more different—one is disciplined and intentional, the other energetic and eager. Yet, they both have something to learn. We dive into impostor syndrome, conscious competence, and how finding the right leadership and relationships can unlock our true potential. Join us as we discuss: ✨ Why responsibility is not...2025-02-0729 min
Life Sculptors - Helping your life take shape!How not to be an Impostor: Embracing Authenticity and Overcoming Self-DoubtWelcome to Season 2 of the Life Sculptors Podcast! In Episode 1, we delve into Kelly Collier's The Imposter, exploring themes of authenticity, imposter syndrome, and the journey to self-acceptance. Why do we often feel like frauds despite our achievements? How can we embrace our true selves in a world that encourages conformity? Join us as we uncover strategies to challenge self-doubt, foster genuine connections, and thrive authentically.2025-01-1430 min
Life Sculptors - Helping your life take shape!Are You Triggered? Managing the pressures of lifeIn this episode of Life Sculptors, we dive into the themes of anxiety, worry, and pressure inspired by “Stand Back,” Said the Elephant, “I’m Going to Sneeze!” by Patricia Thomas. Explore how small actions and overwhelming thoughts impact our lives and relationships. Discover strategies to manage anxiety, break free from worry, and build resilience through effective coping mechanisms like breathwork, movement, and laughter. Let’s shift from overwhelm to empowerment and reclaim peace in a pressured world.2024-12-0935 min
Life Sculptors - Helping your life take shape!Sticking Together: What Makes Friendships Last?In this episode of the Life Sculptors podcast, we explore the beauty and challenges of friendship through the story I'm Sticking With You by Smriti Prasadam-Halls. Dive into the dynamics of relationships, lopsided commitments, and the importance of resilience, forgiveness, and grace. Learn how to shift expectations, nurture meaningful connections, and embrace love as a choice. Let’s celebrate the friendships that shape us and rediscover the power of belonging and support in community.2024-11-2628 min
Life Sculptors - Helping your life take shape!Made for More! Discovering Our Role In CommunityThis episode dives into the story The Scarecrow by Beth Ferry, beautifully illustrated by The Fan Brothers. We explore how, like the scarecrow in the story, we sometimes fall into roles that isolate us and prevent deeper connection. Inspired the recent political and social climates, we’ll discuss how stepping beyond expectations can open us to relationships and purpose. As we move into the Thanksgiving and Christmas seasons, let’s reflect on how community, vulnerability, and breaking down barriers can lead to fulfilling connections. Tune in to discover how we can bridge divides, challenge stereotypes, and find new ways to b...2024-11-1032 min
Life Sculptors - Helping your life take shape!Are You Ghosting Yourself? The Courage to Be Seen and HeardIn this episode of the Life Sculptors Podcast, we explore Gustavo the Shy Ghost by Flavia Z. Drago, a touching story about learning to be seen and heard for who you truly are. Gustavo struggles with shyness and feeling invisible, reflecting how many of us hide our authentic selves out of fear of rejection or judgment. We dive into the deeper meanings of being “ghosted,” how we sometimes ghost ourselves, and the journey toward self-acceptance and community connection. Discover how embracing who we truly are can bring freedom, connection, and true visibility.2024-10-2820 min
Life Sculptors - Helping your life take shape!What Makes Us Feel Lovable or Unlovable In this episode, we examine how societal opinions shape our self-worth and connection with others. We explore why many struggle with feeling loved, often internalizing negative judgments that lead to self-rejection and isolation. The conversation highlights how the fear of rejection can cause us to hide our true selves as we discuss the importance of self-acceptance as the foundation for true belonging and how love, at its core, is a decision rooted in character. Ultimately, we challenge listeners to embrace their authentic selves and foster communities where differences are valued and love is extended to all. 2024-09-3029 min
Title Talk PodcastEpisode 50 Pt. 2 (feat. Dante) | "Ruthless Aggression"In this special episode of the Title Talk Podcast, we welcome our first guest, Dante, to dive deep into the WWE Ruthless Aggression era. We discuss the highs and lows of this pivotal period in wrestling, from unforgettable matches to iconic moments that defined the era. We debate the best storylines, share our favorite memories, and crown the true MVP of Ruthless Aggression. Join us as we relive the legacy of this era and what made it so impactful. All this and much more in an exciting episode of the Title Talk Podcast. Hosted on Acast. See acast...2024-09-251h 02
Life Sculptors - Helping your life take shape!Why Are People Greedy: More Is Not MoreIn this episode we engage in conversation about our insatiable appetites and how they reflect our own inadequacies. In other words, why are we greedy? We have been conditioned to want more but have found that having more has not made us anymore satisfied or content. Lean into this episode as we learn how to get more of what our hearts long for.2024-08-2625 min
Life Sculptors - Helping your life take shape!Living Beyond Comparisons: Authenticity and the Power of Standards.Frequent comparisons with others can distort our self-identity. This episode delves into the importance of authenticity and adherence to personal standards as a means to lead an empowered life. Join us as we discuss these ideas and more in our exploration of living without comparisons.2024-07-2231 min
Life Sculptors - Helping your life take shape!Enough is Enough: Stop Isolating, Start InsulatingFinding peace in our lives often hinges on setting the right boundaries. In this episode: Stop Isolating, Start Insulating! we explore how isolation fails to foster meaningful relationships and highlights insulation as a more effective approach to self-preservation. Learning this skill will help you avoid hiding behind your pain.2024-06-2733 min
Life Sculptors - Helping your life take shape!Mistakes happen. Moving forward is a choice! The mistakes, accidents, situations, or circumstances of your life don’t have to become your identity. These things are not the end of your story but the beginning of you moving forward. Mistakes happen, but we become what we say about ourselves as a result. If you’ve ever wondered how to get up from a fall, this episode will help you think through how to get back up again.2024-06-1028 min
Life Sculptors - Helping your life take shape!Why waiting is so hard - exploring our impatience!On this episode of the podcast we explore our impatience and why waiting for what we dream of, desire or want is so hard. Reading from the book "The Magical Yet" by Angela DiTerlizzi - we explore what's at the core of our impatience, and why it's important to understand it as we wait for what's yet to come.2024-05-2927 min
Life Sculptors - Helping your life take shape!Who You? The Quest for Curiosity! In this podcast episode, we explore the pursuit of curiosity in our lives. We delve into the meaning of curiosity, its role as a tool for forging connections, and how being curious about others or the world around us enriches our own existence. Curiosity can make us feel acknowledged, understood, and restored.2024-05-1325 min
Life Sculptors - Helping your life take shape!Don’t be lame…Be CompassionateIn this episode we begin to unpack the elements of compassion and our need for its application to our own struggles. We often only think about lameness as it relates to physical ability but there are many who have lameness of heart. At some point we all need compassion because of a seen or unseen lameness in our lives. #lame #lifescultpors #compassion #nearenemies #mindfulness #equity #kindness2024-04-2923 min
Life Sculptors - Helping your life take shape!Can you do whatever you set your mind to? Learning to live between the now, not yet & not possible.We’ve all heard the expression you can do whatever you st your mind to. In this episode, we explore the veracity of that statement while learning to sort through the now, not yet, and not possible. We also learn what to do in the now phase while waiting on the not yet. 2024-04-1929 min
Life Sculptors - Helping your life take shape!How to Get UnstuckFeeling stuck can be a common experience. In this episode, we delve into the concept of being stuck and explore strategies to become UNSTUCK! The book 'Stuck' by author Olivia Jeffers serves as an excellent catalyst for our discussion. Learn more about Life Sculptors at www.lifesculptors.org and don’t forget to like, share, & subscribe.2024-04-0134 min
Life Sculptors - Helping your life take shape!What To Do When Things Are Not Going Right (part 2)Using the book "When Things Don't Go Right, Go Left" by Marc Colagiovanni we continue the conversation about how to navigate your feelings when life does not go as expected. Fears, frustrations and self-regulation are the focus. To learn more visit our website at www.lifesculptors.org 2024-03-1730 min
Life Sculptors - Helping your life take shape!What To Do When Things Are Not Going Right- part 1In this episode we begin a conversation about how to deal with our thoughts and emotions when things are not going as we had hoped or planned. This is a multi-episode conversation based the book by Marc Colagiovanni entitled: When Things Aren't Going Right, Go Left. For more information about us visit our website at www.lifescultpors.org2024-02-2932 min