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Instigating Women
Episode 94: To Puff or not to Puff- What Makes You Feel Beautiful
Gwen was asked by a client to speak about Labia Puffs so we did some research and discussed what we know about the female body, the female psyche and how far we'd go to feel beautiful. We support each and every person to make this choice for themselves. If you like to ask us a question or ask us to cover a topic, try out our Speakpipe. And if you'd like to work with us find us here:Gwen: https://loudminds.com/Kate: https://www.katemarieb.com/
2025-03-31
23 min
Instigating Women
Episode 93: Come as You Are
This week we read the book "Come as You Are: The Surprising New Science that Will Transform Your Sex Life" by Emily Nagoski Ph.D. A lovely take on female sexuality with an underlying foundation that asserts we are all normal, Come as You are helps us all to become familiar with what helps us to increase our desire and intimacy. And if you'd like to work with us: Kate: katemarieb.com Gwen: loudminds.com
2025-03-29
43 min
Instigating Women
Episode 96: Women's History Month - Maria Sabina and Working with Psilocybin as a Woman
Kate and I honor Maria Sabina during Women's History Month as a Shamanic Pioneer. Born in 1894, she dedicated her life to spiritual healing through the sacred practice of psilocybin mushroom ceremonies. Her teachings and ceremonies were transformative experiences that opened the gates of the mind for many. As licensed Psilocybin Facilitators in Oregon, Kate and I recognize the powerful impact of psilocybin in addressing mental health conditions such as anxiety, depression, trauma, and PTSD as well as supporting positive transformation for those seeking creativity, connection to life, love, and an overall transcendent experience to discover...
2025-03-29
17 min
Instigating Women
Episode 95: Psilocybin Announcement
Kate and Gwen are excited to share an opportunity to work with us in a new way through Psilocybin Assisted Transformation. We discuss what led to our decision to include this in our practice, our personal experiences, benefits of experiencing psilocybin, and much more. If you'd like to ask us questions about this opportunity, please send them our way: https://www.speakpipe.com/Instigating... Or to work with us find our information here:: Gwen: https://mindsquest.life/ Kate: https://www.katemarieb.com/
2025-03-29
25 min
Instigating Women
Episode 94: To puff or not to puff... What makes YOU feel beautiful.
A listener question prompted Gwen and Kate to discuss some new elective procedures that are helping women feel beautiful, along with our own journey to looking and feeling our best. Have a question you want addressed on the pod? Leave us a message on our new speakpipe page: https://www.speakpipe.com/Instigating_women_friendsWant to work with us? Find out all this and more at our websites-Kate: www.katemarieb.comGwen: loudminds.com
2025-02-20
23 min
Instigating Women
Episode 93: Come as You Are
Gwen and I read "Come as You Are: The Surprising New Science that Will Transform Your Sex Life" by Emily Nagoski Ph.D. a female primary care physician. We loved the message: "We all have the same parts; they're just arranged differently." As well as some other poignant lessons. Have a question you want us to cover on the pod? Check out our speakpipe page and leave us a message: https://www.speakpipe.com/Instigating_women_friendsIf you'd like to learn how to work with either Kate or Gwen here's how you...
2025-02-19
43 min
Instigating Women
Episode 92: How to manage your environment for better Intimacy
Intimacy can mean different things to everyone. Kate, Liz, and Gwen discuss how to be more intentional about it. Showing your partner intimacy daily. Sharing with your partner how you want intimacy shown daily. And they dive into real-life examples to help explain and support their discussion. If you 'd like to work with us, you cna find out more by checking out our websites: Kate: katemarieb.com Gwen: loudminds.com
2024-12-10
34 min
Instigating Women
Episode 91: Pleasure First and dealing with Intimacy in the age of Menopause
We discuss pleasure first, menopause, and everything in between in episode 91 of Instigating Women + Friends. And if you'd like to work with us you can check out our websites: Kate: katemarieb.com Gwen: loudminds.com This is the supplement that Kate references in the video: https://shopmood.com/shop-all/mood-sex-magic-sexy-plant-activated-elixir/?utm_campaign=MOOD+Email+Marketing&utm_medium=email&_hsmi=331421993&utm_content=331421993&utm_source=hs_email
2024-12-10
45 min
Instigating Women
Episode 90: Intimacy Coaching
Gwen, Kate and Liz discuss Gwen's newest offering in her coaching arsenal: Intimacy and Sex Coaching for Women and why it's a part of health. If you want to work with us you can find out more by logging on to: Kate: katemarieb.com Gwen: loudminds.com The book reference we mention: https://a.co/d/0odiG73
2024-12-10
40 min
Instigating Women
Episode 89: Suicide Awareness & World Mental Health Day
New in person pod for episode 89! We take this opportunity of closeness to discuss suicide prevention and awareness. Check-in on your loved ones. Ask how they are doing. Never let your busy life get in the way of being there for your friend. If you or someone you know is struggling Text HOME to 741741 to get help. And if you'd like to work with either of us you can contact us through our websites: Kate: katemarieb.com Gwen: loudminds.com
2024-11-16
15 min
Instigating Women
Episode 88: Positive Intelligence
Every day, your mind is sabotaging your performance, wellbeing and your relationships. According to Positive Intelligence, all your negative emotions, including stress, are the result of your self-sabotage.Positive Intelligence has research-based tools to strengthen the part of your brain- your Sage- that serves you and quiet the part that sabotages you. In episode 88 of Instigating Women + Friends, Kate and I discuss this concept and its effectiveness in helping clients shift their behavior and experience accelerated growth. Below are links to a few things we referenced in the episode: Positive Intelligence book: https...
2024-08-29
38 min
Instigating Women
Episode 87: Experimenting with all Parts and What's Next
In episode 87 of Instigating Women + Friends, Kate talks about how she's had to step back into the driver's seat on a delayed project... which makes her feel like she's managing people again - a role she retired from. Kate and Gwen discuss navigating the situation. At the end of the episode, Gwen shares more information on the next steps for Loud Minds offerings. If you want to work with either Gwen or Kate check out their websites: Kate: katemarieb.com Gwen: loudminds.com
2024-08-14
44 min
Instigating Women
Episode 86: Choose the Right Environment
"I'm not good at this." "I lost my skills." "Something seems off." ...etc. In episode 86 of Instigating Women + Friends, Kate shares paddle boarding as an example of how an environment may be the reason you're failing. Knowing that when you’re not having success, many times it’s the environment, not you. You haven’t lost your skills or your abilities. The environment may just have changed, or been wrong all along. If you'd like to work with Kate or Gwen, check out our websites: katemarieb.com Gwen: loudminds.com #environment #career...
2024-07-24
25 min
Instigating Women
Episode 86: Choose the Right Environment
"I'm not good at this." "I lost my skills." "Something seems off." ...etc. In episode 86 of Instigating Women + Friends, Kate shares paddle boarding as an example of how an environment may have changed and that's why you're failing. You haven’t lost your skills or your abilities. The environment may just have changed, or been wrong all along. Find how to work with Kate or Gwen by checking out our websites: Kate: katemarieb.com Gwen: loudminds.com #environment #careeradvice #careerguidance
2024-07-24
25 min
Instigating Women
Episode 86: Choose the Right Environment
"I'm not good at this." "I lost my skills." "Something seems off." ...etc. In episode 86 of Instigating Women + Friends, Kate shares her adventures in paddleboarding as an example of how an environment may be the reason you're failing. You haven’t lost your skills or your abilities. The environment may just have changed, or been wrong all along. Work with Kate or Gwen: Kate: katemarieb.com Gwen: loudminds.com #environment #careeradvice #careerguidance
2024-07-24
25 min
Instigating Women
Episode 85: Gwen Letting it Unfold Part 2
Things are still unfolding in Gwen's household... Gwen shares an update to last week's Instigating Women + Friends video regarding where her daughter is at with her college choice and her thoughts about it. And if you'd like to learn more about myself and Gwen, here are our websites: Kate: katemarieb.com Gwen: loudminds.com
2024-06-29
45 min
Instigating Women
Episode 84: Gwen Letting It Unfold
"Let things unfold."Gwen and I often use this saying with our coaching clients.Gwens youngest daughter just graduated and she's been going back and forth on choosing a college to attend. In episode 84 of Instigating Women and Friends, Gwen discusses how she’s been using coaching techniques to let these uncontrollable things unfold... It's been a good lesson... and a great way to use the parts work and positive intelligence work we discussed in episode 83.And if you'd like to learn more about myself and Gwen, here are our websites:...
2024-06-28
51 min
Instigating Women
Episode 83: Parts Work and Positive Intelligence
We all have pieces and parts that are battling amongst themselves creating blocks and/or motivation. What do you think you have inside of you?In episode 83 of Instigating Women + Friends, I discuss my parts work, which is a therapeutic lens that assumes that each of us has many different parts to our minds and psyches.Gwen dives into her positive intelligence work, which goes hand in hand with parts work. They put more detail around the process to become more mindful and take off in the future. Positive intelligence has us focus on our...
2024-06-27
29 min
Instigating Women
Episode 82: "I Got Fired" with Stephanie Hodges
The interview Gwen and I have been extremely excited about is finally here! We spoke with the "I Got Fired" viral LinkedIn post publisher Stephanie Hodges to get her honest feedback surrounding the emotion, shame and freedom following getting fired.Stephanie went from being fired...To feeling inspired.A couple of key takeaways:▶︎Stop putting work ahead of personal life priorities.▶︎You're more than just your job.▶︎Greive it and leave it.▶︎Don't wait your entire life to live.▶︎Loyalty works both ways.And if you'd li...
2024-06-24
31 min
Instigating Women
Episode 81: Coaching VersusTherapy
What’s the difference between coaching and therapy? How do I know which one is right for me? Can I do both? In episode 81 of Instigating Women + Friends, we break down those differences and much more.And if you'd like to learn more about myself and Gwen, here are our websites:Kate: katemarieb.comGwen: loudminds.com#mentalhealthawareness #therapy #coaching
2024-06-10
24 min
Instigating Women
Episode 80: Digging Deeper into Women's History Month
We've shared many great conversations throughout Women's History Month, which inspired me to dig a little deeper. In this episode of Instigating Women + Friends, I share my findings.And if you'd like to learn more about myself and Gwen, here are our websites:Kate: katemarieb.comGwen: loudminds.com#womenempowerment #womenentrepreneurs
2024-06-06
28 min
Instigating Women
Episode 79: Guest Senita Lenear
Gwen and I are excited to be joined by Senita Lenear, the first black female city commissioner in Grand Rapids who is now running for Mayor.We wanted to have her on Instigating Women + Friends for #WomensHistoryMonth because she is making history and doing amazing things."Representation matters, so being accessible is critical," Senita said.And if you'd like to learn more about myself and Gwen, here are our websites:Kate: katemarieb.comGwen: loudminds.com#womenshistorymonth #womenempowerment #womenentrepreneurs
2024-04-15
30 min
Instigating Women
Episode 78: Well Behaved Women Rarely Make History
So much of History is about his-story. AKA: men. I don't think the her-storys have been told as much, which is why Women's History Month is so important.In this episode of Instigating Women + Friends, we share our own her-storys.What do you want to be known as? What legacy do you want to leave behind?And if you'd like to learn more about myself and Kate, here are our websites:Kate: katemarieb.comGwen: loudminds.comThe book we referenced: “On Our Best Behavior, Th...
2024-04-15
17 min
Instigating Women
Episode 77: The Big House
In honor of Black History Month, I wanted to shine a light on my friend Ovell Barbee's book "The Big House."His book shares compelling real-life work experiences combined with my passion for meaningful and systemic change as it relates to diversity in hopes it will motivate and inspire leaders to have the courage to build a better, human-centered workplace.In episode 77 of Instigating Women + Friends, we share our thoughts about "The Big House" and highlight sections that stood out.It's a powerful book and we're grateful for Ovell putting it out into...
2024-04-01
17 min
Instigating Women
Episode 76: Positive Psychology
I asked Gwen to work through a positive psychology intervention because she's currently working towards obtaining her positive psychology practitioner certificate. This exercise is geared towards ranking positive emotions from what you experience the most to least.Watch episode 76 of Instigating Women + Friends if you'd like to learn more about this exercise that'll help you learn more about yourself.And if you'd like to learn more about myself and Gwen, here are our websites:Kate: katemarieb.comGwen: loudminds.com#positivepsychology #positivity #positiveenergy
2024-03-27
38 min
Instigating Women
Episode 75: Perspectives on A New Year
Many people begin a New Year feeling ready to take the sprint and dive in. Others like to take it at a slower pace. Myself and Gwen are here to say that it's ok to rest and move slower.Listen to our conversation about how resting can lead us to figure out our new scorecards for the year.And if you'd like to learn more about myself and Gwen, here are our websites:Kate: katemarieb.comGwen: loudminds.com#newyear2024 #resolution
2024-03-27
16 min
Instigating Women
Episode 74: New Year's Resolutions
Gwen, Liz and I discuss resolutions for 2024. We discuss where our resolutions have gone wrong and right in the past to level-set our mindsets for this year.It's important to know what feels good and what works for you when thinking about resolutions.And if you'd like to learn more about myself, Gwen and Liz, here are our websites:Kate: katemarieb.comLiz: herizoncoachingandconsulting.comGwen: loudminds.com#newyear2024 #resolution
2024-03-21
22 min
Instigating Women
Episode 73: Fun at Year End
Gwen, Liz, and I talk about the fun and relaxation we’ve enjoyed as 2023 comes to a close.And if you'd like to learn more about myself, Gwen and Liz, here are our websites:Kate: katemarieb.comLiz: herizoncoachingandconsulting.comGwen: loudminds.comYou can find the podcast on YouTube, Apple, Spotify, and more!
2024-03-20
31 min
Instigating Women
Episode 72: Settling into 2023 with an Eye Toward 2024
Gwen, Liz, and I discuss the end of 2023 and looking forward to what awaits us in 2024.And if you'd like to learn more about myself, Gwen and Liz, here are our websites:Kate: katemarieb.comLiz: herizoncoachingandconsulting.comGwen: loudminds.comYou can find the podcast on YouTube, Apple, Spotify, and more!
2024-03-18
28 min
Instigating Women
Episode 71: Holiday Connections
Thanksgiving Day is the kickoff to the holiday season... Also known as the: ▶︎Busy season ▶︎Season of stress ▶︎Season of perfection ... And so on. In episode 71 of Instigating Women + Friends, we discuss preparing for the holiday season and how to help others find the right mental space to get through it. You’re not alone! And if you'd like to learn more about myself, Kate and Liz, here are our websites: Kate: katemarieb.com Liz: herizoncoachingandconsulting.com Gwen: loudminds.com #holidayseas...
2023-12-13
19 min
Instigating Women
Episode 70: Alone Time
Do you enjoy being alone or fear it? Kate, Liz, and I have an in-depth discussion about alone time on episode 70 of Instigating Women + Friends. We share our feelings on it, how it changes over time, and more. #alonetime #mentalwellness #mentalwellbeing
2023-12-11
21 min
Instigating Women
Episode 69: Let it Unfold
"You're great, but..." "We value your work, but..." Are you doing all of the things you're supposed to do, but not getting the recognition or job status you deserve? This is a very relatable topic that myself, Kate and Elizabeth discuss in episode 69 of Instigating Women + Friends. We understand that these things are out of your control, so we share advice on how you can focus on what you are in control of and how to navigate certain circumstances. And if you'd like to learn more about myself, Kate and Liz, here are...
2023-12-05
15 min
Instigating Women
Episode 68: Machiavellianism
Machiavelli encourages leaders to lie, manipulate, and use coercive persuasion to serve their own needs - gain power and prestige. A coachee had asked me about this topic, and I believe it's relatable to many. If you're currently working with an individual with these qualities, try to stay focused on the mission and the purpose of the organization or company. Don't get sucked into anything personal because they may use it against you later. Always be about the company or the product. It's easy to think you should work more hours and do more stuff to win over this individual...
2023-10-15
24 min
Instigating Women
Episode 67: Suicide Prevention Resources & Palliative Care
Suicide Prevention Month is September, so we took a few minutes within this episode to share resources on how those can seek help in addition to how you can support someone struggling. The three of us have experienced suicide in our families, so this is an essential topic for us to discuss. Resources are below: ▶︎https://nami.org/Home ▶︎https://988lifeline.org/ Liz also dives into how she's exploring going to nursing school to be a palliative nurse. She's looking at this as a future career that'll take great shape. We have an in-depth discussion about challenging the narrative, imposter syndrome...
2023-10-14
25 min
Instigating Women
Episode 66: Change
We forget to live in the present moment when change happens. Gwen and I discuss ways to get through the bumps in the road of change in our recent episode of Instigating Women + Friends. And if you'd like to learn more about myself and Gwen, here are our websites: Kate: https://www.katemarieb.com/ Gwen:https://loudminds.com/
2023-10-13
08 min
Instigating Women
Episode 65: Intimacy Part 2
A few weeks ago, myself and Liz took an intimacy assessment on missjaiya.com to explore how self-awareness is the starting point to everything we do.In part 2 of this episode, we discuss how our intimacy has been and what our partners think of the assessment. And if you'd like to learn more about myself, Gwen and Liz, here are our websites: Kate: https://www.katemarieb.com/ Liz: https://herizoncoachingandconsulting.... Gwen: https://loudminds.com/
2023-10-12
19 min
Instigating Women
Episode 64: Intimacy
From the stress of the boardroom to the taboo of intimacy... In episode 64 of Instigating Women + Friends, we explore how self-awareness is the starting point for everything we do. Gwen, Liz, and I share our results from an intimacy assessment on missjaiya.com. It's interesting to see and hear how our results on self-awareness in the bedroom also carry over to the boardroom - and beyond.And if you'd like to learn more about myself, Gwen and Liz, here are our websites: Kate: https://www.katemarieb.com/ Liz: https://herizoncoachingandconsulting.... Gwen: https://loudminds.com
2023-10-11
27 min
Instigating Women
Episode 63: End of Life Coaching
Have you heard of end-of-life coaching? It's also known as a death doula, in which Kate is trained as. A death doula is there to be an advocate for the dying person, and secondarily for the family. The focus is on the person's quality of life and what they truly want during their final stage. I talk about coaching during big transitions all the time. Well, big transitions don't necessarily mean a career change, divorce, etc. It can mean partnering with someone as they near the end of their life. This is a great example of the assumption of what...
2023-08-11
22 min
Instigating Women
Episode 62: Emotional Intelligence
The Emotional Quotient Inventory (EQ-i 2.0) is the only reliable and valid emotional intelligence certification on the market. This assessment gives you insight into where you're lacking and where you have room to grow. Kate recently earned this certification for her coaching clients and I was excited to be assessed by her. In episode 62 of Instigating Women + Friends, we discuss the nuances of the assessment as well as the experiential elements of the process as the assessment takers with advice for those who may be interested in this or any other standardized assessment. And if you'd like to learn more...
2023-08-05
25 min
Instigating Women
Episode 61: Review of The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo
Kate, Liz and I got together for episode 61 of Instigating Women + Friends to review a very relevant book called The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo. We wanted to review this book as a way to share that books can provide lessons and insights about what people may go through. Our conversation revolves around the importance of living your truth, asking for what you want, being seen, and more. Although Pride Month is over, these conversations are vital to discuss all year long. You can count on us to be a safe place and ally to all. And if you'd like...
2023-07-10
25 min
Instigating Women
Episode 60: Loss
In today's episode, we remind listeners that we all go through loss - personally and professionally. Liz, Kate and I offer authentic dialogue and insights to help others who might be experiencing the same. And if you'd like to learn more about myself, Kate and Liz, here are our websites: Kate: https://www.katemarieb.com/ Liz: https://lnkd.in/dwpVvTAK Gwen: https://loudminds.com/ #coaching #coach #loss
2023-07-10
15 min
Instigating Women
Episode 59: Special Guest Jen Dill
We're joined today by Jen Dill, a personal trainer and coach who integrates body and mind. We discuss the links between communication, feelings, and needs amongst other similar topics. I really enjoyed this conversation. Thank you for joining us, Jen! And if you'd like to learn more about myself, Jen and Kate, here are our websites: Kate: katemarieb.com Gwen: loudminds.com Jen: jenniferdillcoaching.com #mindfulness #mindbodyspirit #coaching
2023-05-19
24 min
Instigating Women
Episode 58: Authenticity
I recognize that I used to show up at work how I thought I should show up, and then I'd show up at home in a different way. I also recognize that many of you do the same, so Kate and I are discussing authenticity based on our own experiences in episode 58 of Instigating Women + Friends. And if you'd like to learn more about myself and Kate, here are our websites: Kate: katemarieb.com Gwen: loudminds.com #authenticity #workplace #careergrowth #executivecoaching
2023-05-19
14 min
Instigating Women
Episode 57: Special Guest Julianne Whitelaw
We have a very special guest on the most recent episode of Instigating Women + Friends! Please join Kate and I in welcoming Julianne Whitelaw. She's a leader in the tech industry and founder of the Wishbone Foundation, a small animal nonprofit helping in care for special needs pets. Hearing Julianne discuss her passion for helping others and their pets is inspirational to say the least. And if you'd like to learn more about myself, Kate, and the Wishbone Foundation, here are the websites: Wishbone Foundation: thewishbonefoundation.com Kate: katemarieb.com/ Gwen: loudminds.com/#nonprofit #nonprofitorganization #petsofyoutube
2023-04-12
22 min
Instigating Women
Episode 56: Women's History Month
To kick off Women's History Month, we're diving into the conversation around equality vs equity, which is the theme of International Women's Day on March 8. It's critical to understand the differences, so we share examples and real-life experiences of both. We hope you enjoy our impactful conversation. And if you'd like to learn more about myself and Kate, here are our websites: Kate: https://www.katemarieb.com/ Gwen: https://loudminds.com/
2023-03-27
18 min
Instigating Women
Episode 55: Galentine's Day
Kate, Liz and I celebrate Galentine's Day a couple of days late. But also, we celebrate each other every day. We discuss the value of female support and friendship in our professional and personal lives - they make you feel seen. Being open to connection is more than a luxury. It's a must. If you're thinking about asking a colleague to connect over coffee, do it. This can maximize your chances of enjoying work and life. We dive deeper into this topic in episode 55 of Instigating Women + Friends. And if you'd like to learn more about myself, Kate and Liz...
2023-03-27
20 min
Instigating Women
Episode 53: Journaling
Join Kate and I as we discuss the importance of journaling and how it relates to meditation. And if you'd like to learn more about myself and Kate, here are our websites: Kate: katemarieb.com Gwen: loudminds.com
2023-03-27
17 min
Instigating Women
Episode 52: Gallup
Join Kate and I as we discuss the benefits of using the CliftonStrengths® Assessment by Gallup for yourself and your professional teams. You'll hear a lot of great information on why using this assessment is essential to understanding and using your strengths for your benefit. Learn more about Gallup at https://www.gallup.com/home.aspx. And if you'd like to learn more about myself and Kate, here are our websites: Kate: https://www.katemarieb.com/ Gwen: https://loudminds.com/
2023-03-27
19 min
Instigating Women
Episode 50: Overwhelm
Kate and I discuss the hot topic of overwhelm in episode 50 of Instigating Women + Friends. We talk about real-life examples and feelings we need to actually be focusing on, such as how we feel about things. "Our bodies are a radar," I said. "These true feelings that we have in our bodies are related to some sort of emotion. Listen to your radar." And if you'd like to learn more about myself and Kate, here are our websites: Kate: https://www.katemarieb.com/ Gwen: https://loudminds.com/
2023-03-27
24 min
Instigating Women
Episode 51: Accountability and 2023
Kate, Liz and I have a great conversation about accountability in episode 51 of Instigating Women + Friends. We each share prompts we're trying to focus on in 2023 and tips to help you be accountable with your own prompts. And if you'd like to learn more about myself, Kate and Liz, here are our websites: Kate: https://www.katemarieb.com/ Liz: https://lnkd.in/dwpVvTAK Gwen: https://loudminds.com/
2023-03-27
28 min
Instigating Women
Episode 49: Tiny Habits by BJ Fogg, PhD
Have you ever seen Dr. BJ Fogg's habit-building model? Below is what the formula means. Behavior (B) happens when Motivation (M), Ability (A), and a Prompt (P) come together at the same time in addition to Celebrating (+C) once completed. We talk about meditation and exercise as behaviors we want to do more of. Kate, Liz and I would love to know what behaviors you want to produce in the future. Comment them below! And if you'd like to learn more about myself, Kate and Liz, here are our websites: Kate: https://www.katemarieb.com/ Liz: https://lnkd.in/dwpVvTAK...
2023-03-27
13 min
Instigating Women
Episode 48: Holiday Overwhelm
We've forgotten what it's like to have a "normal" holiday season... and now that this year is as normal as it's been in the last couple of years, why are we all feeling overwhelmed? Why do we put all of this stress (and sometimes it's unneeded) on ourselves? And also, why do we (as women) think we need to keep the stress on our shoulders? Join Kate and I for a great conversation about holiday overwhelm. And if you'd like to learn more about myself and Kate Marieb, here are our websites: Kate: https://lnkd.in/dfqYzW-7 Gwen: https://loudminds...
2023-03-27
17 min
Instigating Women
Episode 47: Holidays
Whichever holidays you may or may not celebrate, it can be a hectic time of year. Are you planning for them to be Happy? Stressful? Overwhelming? Wishing for Authenticity and Joy? Or merely hoping for Survival? We have laughs and tips to offer as we kick off the holiday season, whatever that means to you and yours - enjoy! And if you'd like to learn more about myself, Kate and Liz, here are our websites: Kate: https://www.katemarieb.com/ Liz: https://lnkd.in/dwpVvTAK Gwen: https://loudminds.com/
2023-03-27
22 min
Instigating Women
Episode 46: Ovell Barbee, SPHR
We are honored to be joined by Ovell Barbee in episode 46 of Instigating Women +, Friends. He's a DEI&B expert, a former colleague of mine, and a good friend to so many. Also, you may want to be on the lookout for his book to be published in the new year. Ovell’s biggest tip for all of us? #useyourvoice If you'd like to learn more about myself, Kate and Liz, below are our websites: Kate: https://lnkd.in/dfqYzW-7 Liz: https://lnkd.in/dwpVvTAK Gwen: https://loudminds.com/
2023-03-27
28 min
Instigating Women
Episode 45: Masking
Join Kate (Nason) Marieb, Elizabeth McLean-Williams and Gwen Sandefur as we talk about the tricky upsides and downsides of “masking” . . . And no, we aren’t talking about COVID-19 masking. We would love to hear your thoughts! We reference the book “Talking to Strangers” by Malcom Gladwell in the video - a fascinating account of the masks we put on or believe we put on and express. This is why it is so hard to communicate and relate to one another in everyday life. It’s always best to simply say what you are thinking or asking - as we have mentioned be...
2023-03-27
21 min
Instigating Women
Episode 44: Compassion
Burnout? Quiet Quitting? How about the antidote - Compassion? At the risk of being perceived as too warm/fuzzy and navel-gazing, we invite you to learn more about compassion. In her latest resource, Atlas of the Heart, Dr. Brene’ Brown defines compassion - “Compassion is the daily practice of recognizing and accepting our shared humanity so that we treat ourselves and others with loving-kindness, and we take action in the face of suffering.” Compassion is active - for self and others. For those in healthcare, Compassionomics by Stephen Trzeciak and Anthony Mazzarelli provides mountains of evidence-based science to prove that compas...
2023-03-27
28 min
Instigating Women
Episode 43: Big Transitions
I'm joined by Liz McLean-Williams and Kate Marieb for episode 43 of Instigating Women + Friends. The topic discussed is all about big transitions. We share our own stories of courage as well as tips and information needed to make decisions and move forward.
2023-03-27
32 min
Instigating Women
Episode 42: Lifestyle Medicine and Well-being
I'm joined by Intel Corporation Marketing and Communications Manager and Hudson Institute of Coaching Certified Coach Kate Marieb in episode 42 of Instigating Women + Friends. We discuss the important topic of lifestyle medicine and well-being. We share our own journeys and offer insightful information.
2023-03-27
28 min
Instigating Women
Episode 41: Resilience
Last week, I was joined by Intel Corporation Marketing and Communications Manager and Hudon Certified Coach Kate Marieb on episode 41 of Instigating Women + Friends. There's a lot of stress and anxiety today, so we decided to discuss resilience to give you some new insights and ideas to bring into your life. *We apologize for the technical difficulties.
2023-03-27
23 min
Instigating Women
Episode 40: Special Guest: Leanne Mauriello
We wanted to share an expert with you to help bring health and well-being to life in 2022. Leanne Mauriello, Spectrum Health Director Lifestyle Medicine shares her time, expertise and a great challenge for the New Year called Plant Powered Challenge (link below). Even more important than a lesson or challenge is that Leanne is authentic in sharing that no one is perfect when attempting behavior modification - not even herself. So remember you are human as you embark on any change, whether diet, exercise or other. It’s mostly about baby steps and incorporating small tweaks into the natural flow of...
2023-03-27
29 min
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Episode 39: Holiday Chill
Yes the holidays are usually chilly, unless you live in a special place without 4 seasons. Liz is bringing a new meaning to holiday chill in this episode. She’s committed to creating personal chill time and only doing what she wants to be focused on the rest of the month, regardless of who it may unfortunately disappoint. In addition to prioritizing her time on herself to have energy and spunk for everyone else, she’s also committed to using her other resources to help others in need. I’m committed to joining her in this challenge. Who will join us???? It may...
2023-03-27
19 min
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Episode 38: Health & Wellness
We made it to December 2021! And we all know what is around the corner: first we will stress to new levels, maximize eating, and all-around “holly jollying”, leaving little time for working out, meditation, or other restorative practices. Then suddenly on December 31 we will make resolutions for healthy eating, regular workouts, and magically becoming the well-balanced people we always want to be. Finally, by January 31 we will realize how hard it is to be, or become those people, we will lose steam, then confidence and eventually all motivation . . . We invite you to plan NOW. How are you going to reach out...
2023-03-27
17 min
Instigating Women
Episode 36: Special Guest: Graciela Cruz
Today we have a guest, Graciela! Thank you Graciela for sharing your time and advice with us and the many out there who will love your story. You are a role model for all who might be hesitant to embrace their inner wisdom. Who may be looking around and find themselves in the minority. Graciela articulates how she embraces sitting in the muck of fear, recognizing that while uncomfortable, that is the space of growth. And generally, fear is really about “saving face” more than anything. Do you recognize your anger, frustration or yucky stuck feelings as fear? Do you sit...
2023-03-27
26 min
Instigating Women
Episode 37: Special Guest: Wanjiku
Today’s guest is Wanjiku! Thank you Wanjiku for sharing your time and advice with us and the many out there who will love your story. You are a role model for all who might be hesitant to create their path and believe in it. Who might find they took a path that doesn’t end up feeling right . . . feeling stuck. Wanjiku articulates how she acknowledges and goes after what she wants, how she connects with others and asks for what she needs, and finally gets herself unstuck by pivoting - yes even she has had to hit the brakes and...
2023-03-27
21 min
Instigating Women
Episode 35: Coaching the Coach
We all have the ability to find and listen to our inner coach. Coaches learn that a key component to successful coaching is to authentically believe and continually remember that the client is resourceful. Regardless of how big a mess, how little confidence, or how guilt-ridden and confused a client may show up with us as, we must believe and remember that the client is resourceful. Otherwise we become a rescuer and they become co-dependent, when what we say we ultimately want in a coachee is success and confidence to move forward via independent-thinking. How might this coaching tip help...
2023-03-27
14 min
Instigating Women
Episode 34: Imposter Syndrome - At Work and in Life
Imposter Syndrome seems to be a theme among our successful female clients (and each of us) so we explore it today. Why do we give this term so much weight and control over the way we should BE or show up in a role? What is it really? And is it really a thing? From Oxford Languages, the definition of IMPOSTER is “a person who pretends to be someone else in order to deceive others, especially for fraudulent gain”.In our experience, successful women are neither attempting to be deceitful nor attempting to gain by means of fraud. We explore exam...
2023-03-27
19 min
Instigating Women
Episode 33: Messiness and What If's
Today we acknowledge we can be MESSY and still accomplish great things! We are finding that just being part of the race (literally and figuratively) is sometimes what counts the most. And then we dig into the “What If’s”. Especially at work, what if we re-think professional behavior? What if we really welcome inclusion to support personal expression of engaging in work at home and work. As Liz would say, “How do we put “our crazy” in our purses and go to work?”. How can we recognize that all others have put “their crazy” in their purses to go to work too - how...
2023-03-27
18 min
Instigating Women
Episode 31: Time to Think
Have you ever been so frustrated at work or life and wanted to scream - “I don’t even have time to think!?!?” We have! Today we experiment with a simple yet not so easy (and hardly ever practiced) methodology of creating a Thinking Environment, based off of Nancy Kline’s research highlighted in her “Time to Think” book series. So the methodology can be summarized as: if you really want to do your best thinking and build your muscle to think for yourself well, then find a Thinking Partner. The Thinking Partner’s job is to listen well by providing a sa...
2023-03-27
18 min
Instigating Women
Episode 32: Mindset Tips
Today our theme is in relation to our brains wanting to be “on” full-time, including at night. What can balance our overactive, hyper-sensitive to “what if” minds? Moving our bodies. Whether walking, stretching, crawling or other - move, move, move to clear your head and create new perspectives. Other ways to create new perspectives include mimicking what children know and do. They play, draw, color, create, imagine . . . What if you were to do those things too? If nothing else, you might lighten up. Wouldn’t that feel nice for a change? What are you experimenting within your health and wellness journey? A...
2023-03-27
17 min
Instigating Women
Episode 30: Health and Wellness
❤️In this episode we announce we are taking the plunge! We decided to go for it. We have agreed to be even more credible as health executives. We began journeys to become Health and Wellness certified coaches. Oh jeez - a new level of pressure!!! Now we are super accountable at a time when it’s so stinking hard to be accountable to anything! And we are accountable to each of you - because our main goal in all of this is to have you know that you are not alone in your struggles. We also hope to inspire you when p...
2023-03-27
20 min
Instigating Women
Episode 29: We Welcome our First Guest
Gwen and Liz of #InstigationWomenPlusFriends are joined by special guest Whitney Casares, MD, MPH, FAAP, from Modern Mommy Doc. She's a board-certified pediatrician, author of The Working Mom Blueprint, speaker, and full-time working mom. She's a boots on the ground advocate for the success of women in the workplace and at home.We discuss putting yourself at the center of your own life in order to live in alignment with your priorities and goals. Topics include juggling work and life, transparency in the workplace, child care, household roles, employee resource groups, and more. We hope you enjoy this episode!
2023-03-27
33 min
Instigating Women
Episode 28: How to get women back into the workforce?!?
Well, we’ve slipped ladies. . . Per The New York Times (NYT) article “The Pandemic Created a Child-Care Crisis. Mothers Bore the Burden.” and many other articles and papers we read this week, we have significantly slipped as a percentage of the workforce over the last year. According to the NYT, “In January 2019, women achieved a milestone: They made up more of the work force than men. The pandemic erased that status in a matter of weeks. And just as it took decades to achieve, it could take years to regain. Now, 56 percent of American women are working for pay, the lowest l...
2023-03-27
19 min
Instigating Women
Episode 26: Break Up With Them Before They Can Break Up with You! Or . . .
What do we do to protect ourselves from embarrassment? Why? Do you actively decide to quit and run away? Or laugh at yourself? It’s your choice - what is your superpower to work through these questions? Listen and learn from the best dorks and suckers around!
2023-03-27
14 min
Instigating Women
Episode 27: Control - Secrets and Promises Explored
On our one year anniversaries of our respective companies we get a little “whackadoodle” today. Yes we go there: What secrets are you hiding from others? From yourself? What promises did you make long ago - to yourself? Are they promises you can keep? Are they healthy? When you react to others in ways you aren’t proud of is it because they are breaking those promises you made for you - which they haven’t made for themselves? Do they even know they are saddled with these promises? What’s really going on when we think we are controlling others for...
2023-03-27
22 min
Instigating Women
Episode 25: Re-Emerging
"Re-Emerging", "Re-Entry", "New normal", "Back to normal", "Back to work", "Spring Break", and "Summer Break", are all things we are thinking about . . . Are we taking the time to reflect proactively and fully appreciating that this will be hard? This will be uncomfortable? That not everyone will have our same pace or perspective? And that “new normal” means that we have permission to create some “new” - without assuming that everything will just or should just auto go-back-to-the-way-things-were pre-March 2020? When in doubt you’ve got to just get in the mix! Live your life! Don’t stand around doubting or questioning yourself - A...
2023-03-27
19 min
Instigating Women
Episode 24: Self
We are always talking about our roles and our priorities. Sometimes we take great pride in how we are able to take care of everyone else. We wear our good deeds to others like badges of honor. We create titles: mom, wife, partner, chief, director, VP, President . . . We even create holidays - Mother’s Day! Bosses Day! And then we are lost when the kids are gone, or we aren’t at work, or when there are transition moments. What about Self Day? Why don’t we create self time on our calendar (or at least without feeling guilty about it)? I...
2023-03-27
13 min
Instigating Women
Episode 23: Mama Drama
We are starting to try some new video styles with our IWF community. First, we will work to shorten the videos into bite-sized chunks. Everyone likes a little snack occasionally, right? Plus we are going to select a topic by telling a true story - sometimes funny/sometimes not. Our goal is to be authentic and let you know we’ve been there/done lots of things before too. . . we just love the dot. . . dot . . . dot . . . it leaves so much open to be pondered and explored! Sometimes our stories end in regret. Yet whether celebrated or regretful endings, all lead to...
2023-03-27
12 min
Instigating Women
Episode 22: Today's Culture
Either a MUST SEE or an I CAN’T BEAR TO SEE episode about our #cultureofpretty and our #cultureofconformity - or is it? Do we feel the need to be pretty as women due to culture and the expectations put upon us by others? Or do we focus on our exterior because it is part of our armour? Or have we just learned that our exterior self impacts how we feel about ourselves and vice versa? Or is an “exterior fix” just another example of our “fast-fix-culture” - it’s just plain easier and faster (albeit not necessarily healthier) to buy a produc...
2023-03-27
22 min
Instigating Women
Episode 21: Building Connections and Creating "Normalcy"
Today we reflect on the past to get creative about intentionally building connections and creating “normalcy” when it’s not so easy these days . . . Ideas we came up with to mind-hack “Normalcy’: -Just show up! You are enough - no pressure or expectation . . . take it in and enjoy -What replicates your former life (personal or professional) physically? Likely it has something to do with movement. So, how about: -1 minute walks between each “zoom session” - or make it 10 and have a 3 minute cell phone “check in” with someone you like or miss while you walk between sessions. Each minute throughout the day...
2023-03-27
28 min
Instigating Women
Episode 20: Our Experiments
We have fun updating on Gwen’s experiment with intermittent fasting and Liz’s experiment with being a “mindful groundhog”. Interesting how these things actually go together . . . each is really about finding more time by ridding ourselves of mindless distractions so that we have more time to be our individual CEO’s of ourselves. Have you ever thought about that? You are your CEO - no one else is. How would you rate yourself as the CEO of yourself? Do you spend sufficient time thinking ahead, planning, creating, and delegating? Do you have a slower peaceful pace about you that exudes con...
2023-03-27
34 min
Instigating Women
Episode 19: Accountability
Today it feels right to talk about ACCOUNTABILITY. We are now through the first month of the new year, and we have found that it is best to have an ACCOUNTABILITY BUDDY (AB). To be most effective the buddy needs to know what we need, in what way, and how often. One of us has learned over the last week what not to do . . . DO NOT to ask a spouse/partner to be an AB for you . . . it just doesn’t work . . . and isn’t fair to the spouse/partner either. They are best when they can just be a part...
2023-03-27
15 min
Instigating Women
Episode 18: Part of History
Wow - a lot has changed in a week. Our country went from discussing the shock of mayhem in our capital to witnessing a peaceful transition of power on those same steps. We were a part of history by witness the swearing in of the first Woman AND first African American AND first Asian Vice-President of our country. Just like most women, Kamala wasn’t satisfied with being just one first! We love Kamala’s mantra, “I may be the first, but I’d better not be the last!”. YAS!!!!!!!!!!!!!! AND is a key word in today’s discussion - women tend t...
2023-03-27
24 min
Instigating Women
Episode 17: Being in a "Sandwich"
Our first Episode of 2021! We talk about being in the “sandwich”. We are sandwiched in between caring for kids and parents . . . stress anyone! We dig into Mom things - what is it to be a Mom, Mommy, Momma. And boy do we have our own mama issues . . . join us to see if you share anything in common with us . . . or are we the only ones with mama issues? Gwen’s word for 2020 was CALM. Her word for 2021 is SPARK! What is yours? How can you come up with a word or create a word that you can post, write, use as a p...
2023-03-27
31 min
Instigating Women
Episode 16: Hello 2021!
Our last Episode of 2020! We are transforming - are you? We reflect on “It’s Normal to Shake as you Soar” The essential guide to living at the intersection of Joy and Purpose - by Shannon Cohen. #Undergirding and #Invisiblestuff are our fav quips for the week. As we bring this year of challenge and transformation to a close we remember that no one said transformation was smooth, easy, comfortable or without struggle. Frankly, if it were, would we appreciate our perseverance, learnings, and accomplishments in moving through it? Imagine a butterfly cocooning - does the butterfly cocoon to hibernate and “g...
2023-03-27
31 min
Instigating Women
Episode 15: Ho Ho Ho
Does your level of cheer today put you at a Ho? A Ho-Ho? Or a Ho-Ho-Ho???? Give it some thought - your level of cheer is impacted by your ability (or lack of) being able to really talk through the issues of the day, or the Holidays, or whatever is on your mind. . . Please reach out to someone who you can let your hair down with and find your inner Ho!
2023-03-27
32 min
Instigating Women
Episode 14: Mom Alter Egos
Today’s key words are #christmastiedye and # alanismorissette. Liz doesn’t learn during our time together, but learns here with all of you that she is most like celebrity mother Maggie Gyllenhaal! For them, life is an adventure, but they always seem to keep calm and cool. Their low-key approach to life allows their children to enjoy themselves, while still learning the tools necessary to be successful - AWE! Funny that Liz thought she would be most like Alanis Morrisette - the badass who knows when to push forward and when to pull back, while having kids in her forties and...
2023-03-27
36 min
Instigating Women
Episode 13: Namaste
Today we goat yoga to relieve stress and have fun. . . drop the mic. Want to join?
2023-03-27
34 min
Instigating Women
Episode 12: Home For The Holidays?!
We are reflecting today in #instigatingwomenandfriends Episode 12 as the holidays ahead seem to be taking a stressful toll on everyone. How can we work on mental resilience? How can we work through the holidays if we cannot gather as friends and family in 2020? What positive coping mechanisms can we come up with to share for all? How to we transition from the togetherness of the holidays to enjoying some aloneness without being lonely . . . is it possible?Do you have a woe timer? How do you vent? How do you focus on gratitude rather than fear and woes? And when all...
2023-03-27
29 min
Instigating Women
Episode 11: Becoming Wizened
Well . . . we made it to the week of the aftermath of the election. In #instigatingwomenandfriends Episode 11 we focus on healing, listening to understand, and “becoming wizened” as Liz would say - only Liz! We hope you find a few tips in this episode to begin the healing process. As we head toward Thanksgiving, and the holidays in general, it has never been more important to lean on love and understanding with others, and gratitude for what we have - as individuals, families, communities and as a country - collectively. One method of healing, based on Ho’oponopono is the gentle Hawaii...
2023-03-27
28 min
Instigating Women
Episode 10: Boo!
Boo! It’s time for #instigatingwomenandfriends Episode 10! In our tenth episode we are coming up on Halloween and the 2020 election - whoo! We’ve got a lot going on! We talk about #vote2020, #innermentor, and #magicalmoments. We have fun “coaching” each other by dialoguing and spending time being each others’ miracles. We are each working on being unique diamonds that sparkle and spark others to do good, influence, impact and inspire all those who share our passions in life. Join us and share our vlogs to continue to grow our community! Today’s main takeaways: Make your chances and your choices, (an...
2023-03-27
34 min
Instigating Women
Episode 9: Girl, Let It Ride
In #instigatingwomenandfriends Episode 9 we get really real. From Liz’s story about her #fullmetalbreakdown yesterday to naming our issues with #bodyimage and #selflove. Major takeaways include: the way our brain is taught as children can lead to implicit bias - it is up to us as adults to reflect on past learnings and choose whether or not to continue to apply them - or refine them - or forget them; start with ourselves and forgive; have humor - laugh together and at ourselves; and let it ride! In fact after today’s session our mantra is #girlletitride. What are you doin...
2023-03-27
22 min
Instigating Women
Episode 8: Women in the Workforce
In #instigatingwomenandfriends Episode 8 we admit our personal vulnerabilities and feelings related to the impact of COVID-19 on women in the workforce. The detrimental impact to our national workforce and to our children’s education is real. In this episode we highlight a NYT article entitled #mothersaretheshockabsorbersofoursociety as well as the latest McKinsey and Company report on their study of the state of women in corporate America entitled #womenintheworkplace. Your respective employers can participate in the study in 2021 by signing up at https://womenintheworkplace.com/ View NYT article here: https://www.nytimes.com/2020/10/14/pa... The theme common among both pieces are th...
2023-03-27
16 min
Instigating Women
Episode 7: Blind Spots
In #instigatingwomenandfriends Episode 7 we start by acknowledging it may be time for us to pick up the #voiceofwomen mantle, post the fresh loss of RBG and now the loss of Helen Reddy # HelenReddy #IamWoman - ugh! Two huge blows . . . if we allow them to be. Instead today we choose to discover how we can carry on by digging into our own #blindspots. We ask ourselves the tough questions about how to respectfully take up a cause, promote our voices, ask more questions, see more similarities than differences in others and get out of our own way. We acknowledge that everyone...
2023-03-27
31 min
Instigating Women
Episode 6: A Tribute to RBG
In #Instigatingwomenandfriends Episode 6 we reflect on, pay tribute to, learn from, and resolve to March on after Ruth Bader Ginsburg’s passing. We must all connect and support each other because we have big shoes to fill - collectively. Enough said. Plus you get to meet Liz’s alter-ego Stevie Flowers. And then don’t miss the “throwing our stuff in the trash” to close it out. In this episode we focus on: #womensrights, #RBG, #ruthbaderginsburg, #wemarchon, #dollypartonthelightofaclearbluemorning, #playingbig, #taramohr, #stevienicks, #innermentor
2023-03-18
25 min
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Episode 5: Switching Up Your Surroundings
In #instigatingwomenandfriends Episode 5 we try a concept of #walkandtalk to be creative and simply work through the emotions of fear, loss and chaos - to take action in a positive way. We also learn from #naomiosaka about how gracious winners (and leaders) share the platform of competition/life from a perspective by sharing the plenty versus from a mindset of scarcity.In this episode we focus on: #walkandtalk, #copingstrategies, #reflectonpastsuccesses, #wineyoga, #honesty, #trust, #whatcaniactuallycontrol and #mantras
2023-03-17
24 min
Instigating Women
Episode 4: It Takes A Village
In #instigatingwomenandfriends Episode 4 we focus on the distribution of work at home among partners and attempt to push the boundaries toward consideration of modern creative concepts such as virtual villages, job shares and proactively asking for help. Then we dig into the book EverythingisF*cked A Book About Hope by #MarkManson. We decided to learn from the kids, play and avoid the temptation to take all of this so seriously. Take action - ask for help, raise up needs to your employer, look for ways to have fun and play, and use your power as a female consumer! Topics...
2023-03-16
30 min
Instigating Women
Episode 3: The Fight For Equality
In #instigatingwomenandfriends Episode 3 you can see we are ourselves trying to reconcile women’s Equality aspirations (or at least formal statements used by systems and policy) with current state. We are also working to understand our own loud minds. As always we let you in on our own personal struggles and quests for improvement in a safe conversation. Topics covered in Episode 3 include: #nationalwomensequalityday, #equalityforwomen, #equityforwomen, #taylorswiftmadwoman, #empoweringwomen, #sherylsandbergleanin, #likeabiliitywomenleaders, #monkeybrain, #intellectualbrain, #childbrain, #clownbrain, #mindfuleating We hope you enjoy - please share your perspectives!
2023-03-15
17 min
Instigating Women
Episode 2: Unwritten Rules
In Instigating Women Episode 2 we focus on the hard transition and struggles we are all working through by going from “work at work“ to “work at home”. We recognize that one source of our feeling out of control now (and in the workplace) is not understanding the unwritten rules of career or leadership or life.
2023-03-14
17 min
Instigating Women
Episode 1: Meet Your Coaches
Welcome to our very first podcast! We hope you laugh, engage, and feel a little inspired. In Instigating Women Episode 1 we initiate our style - humorous and vulnerable storytelling mixed with a bit of coaching. You can see that we are novices at everything . . . technology, style, coaching, and social media. Yet our caring, compassion, and respect is powerful - especially given that we live across the country from one another and have yet to meet in person! We hope you enjoy! Please do discuss among those in this community to ensure you are well-supported, connected, and using...
2023-03-09
41 min