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SHARING OUT LOUDAndy Matthews Helander: "Seeing Me. The Good, the Bad & the True"This is a re-release from my badass friend, Andy Matthews Helander — and trust me, it’s a MUST LISTEN.Lies, deceit, gaslighting, and then Andy’s life was flipped upside down -- her husband announced they were getting divorced. What followed? — the kind of emotional chaos that feels more like a true crime series than real life. But Andy didn’t stay down for long.She made a bold decision to reclaim her power and applied to the Wonderwomen coaching program. After a rigorous application process, she was accepted — and that’s w...2025-07-3050 min
SHARING OUT LOUDTerry Tateossian on midlife reinvention, addiction, and starting over after burnout🌿This week’s episode features a raw, real, and powerful conversation with Terry Tateossian — an entrepreneur, startup founder, and now a passionate advocate for health and wellness.Terry’s story begins in Eastern Europe under a Communist regime. At just 11 years old, she defected with her parents, spent two years in a refugee camp, and eventually made it to the U.S. to start a new life.She went on to build a thriving career in tech and media — raising two children, living in a beautiful home — on the out...2025-07-221h 30
SHARING OUT LOUDShe Did It Anyway: The Power of Purpose, Pain, and Perseverance -- with Heather RittsIn this week’s inspiring episode, we sit down with Heather Ritts — a powerhouse mom of three, small business owner, transformation coach, fitness competitor, and co-founder of FitLife Method, a holistic fitness program designed specifically for women. Together with her sister, Heather is building a movement that goes far beyond workouts, integrating education, nutrition, training, and hormone health to support women in every aspect of their wellness journey.Heather’s story is one of grit, resilience, and unstoppable determination. From a young age, she refused to accept limits — if someone told her she couldn’t...2025-07-021h 02
SHARING OUT LOUDThe Silent Storm: Sam’s Story and the Hidden Toll of Menopause. A MUST LISTEN. 🔺 Trigger Warning: This episode contains discussions of severe depression and suicidal thoughts. If you or someone you know is in crisis or struggling with thoughts of self-harm, please know you are not alone—there is help, and there is hope. Resources can be found below❤️.________________________________________________________________________________________________In this powerful and deeply personal episode, we meet Sam—a bright, dependable woman whose life was turned upside down by a force few saw coming: menopause.What started as a series of relentless UTIs spiraled into debilitating anxiety, insomnia, and eventually...2025-06-241h 05
SHARING OUT LOUDRevisiting One of the Most Powerful Conversations I’ve Had -----Becky Parker, Mindset & Marriage Coach.🎙️ Re-Release: A Must-Listen Conversation with Becky ParkerThis episode is a re-release, but with a twist—it's a trimmed-down version that puts the spotlight right where it belongs: on Becky Parker. When I first recorded this, I was still finding my rhythm as a host (and probably talked a little too much 😅). Since then, I’ve learned a lot—and this conversation deserves to be heard with full focus on the absolute fire Becky brings.Becky is a certified life success coach and practitioner, and her story hone...2025-06-1834 min
Ithaca Minute from 14850 Magazine14850 Happenings for the week beginning June 5thThis evening the Downtown Summer Concert Series kicks off with Terrapin Station and Scuba Jerry at the Bernie Milton Pavilion! And the Amalgamators are at South Hill Cider. Friday is First Friday Gallery Night all around Downtown. Happy Hour with GoGone at Deep Dive, Cast Iron Cowboys at South Hill Cider, London McDaniel at the Antlers, Freight at Grist Iron Brewing Company, and Tru Bleu at 23 North. Saturday is National Learn to Row Day at the Cascadilla Boat House! A chicken BBQ at the Freeville United Methodist Church. All afternoon is Trumansburg Porchfest! Also an Amanda Jaros Champion book signing...2025-06-0502 min
SHARING OUT LOUDFrom Darkness to Light: Kiki Hurwitt on Healing, Health, and Hope.RE-RELEASE! A shortened version of my amazing conversation with Kiki❤️Kiki Hurwitt is an absolute powerhouse I discovered on the 'gram. I reached out to her because I wanted to hear the story behind the face in her “before” photos from 2020. What pushed her to take control of her health—her life?What I wasn’t prepared for was the raw honesty of her journey—how her unhealthy relationship with alcohol began, and what it took to break free. I wasn’t prepared for a lot of this conversation, actually… but this is why I...2025-05-2843 min
SHARING OUT LOUDMidlife, Movement & the Magic of Not Giving Up -- with Amy Johnston of Amy Johnston FitnessHi everyone, and welcome back to Sharing Out Loud — the podcast where we get real about life, change, and the stories we’re all living. Today, I’m sitting down with someone who embodies strength, drive, positivity, and a whole lot of real talk — the amazing Amy Johnston of Amy Johnston Fitness.Amy is a certified trainer and nutrition coach based in Calgary, Alberta. But she doesn't just transform bodies, she helps women transform the way they think about their bodies, especially during the exciting chapter of perimenopause😘.As someone navigating this life stage herself, Amy brings...2025-05-211h 22
SHARING OUT LOUDThe Journey to Joy: Jillian Laudano on Overcoming, Thriving, and Giving Back.Welcome back to Sharing Out Loud, where real stories meet transformation, healing, and the power of the human spirit. Today, I have the absolute honor of introducing you to someone whose light and wisdom are as powerful as her story—Jillian Laudano.Jillian is a certified Life Coach, Spiritual Practitioner, Energy Healer, Meditation and EFT Tapping expert, Speaker, and Sobriety Coach with She Walks Canada. She’s also a student of the incredible Jay Shetty. But more than her titles, Jillian is a true embodiment of hope, healing, and higher purpose.She’s walked through some o...2025-05-071h 30
SHARING OUT LOUD"Breath: The Quiet Revolution" -- with Chelsea PowellWelcome to Sharing Out Loud! Whether you’re here for the 70th time or tuning in for the very first, I’m so glad you’re here. I hope you find this listening experience to be a breath of fresh air—a space where stories are shared with honesty, vulnerability, and heart.Each episode features real conversations that remind us we’re not alone in our struggles or growth. Today’s episode is no exception."YOU WERE MEANT FOR MORE. YOU WEREN'T MEANT TO STAY SMALL"Chelsea Powell (a re...2025-04-301h 41
SHARING OUT LOUDThe Seekers Path -- In Recovery & In Bloom with Danya "Dani" YusepWelcome to SHARING OUT LOUD—the space where stories unfold, healing begins, and art meets the soul. Today, we’re diving into a conversation with someone whose journey is anything but ordinary.Danya is an artist, photo journalist, filmmaker, spice creator, and recovery advocate (in recovery herself from alcohol abuse and domestic violence) whose work speaks to the raw, unfiltered beauty of being human. She's a seeker of truth, a lover of the universe, and a storyteller who weaves her experiences into visual and emotional landscapes that move hearts and minds alike.Whether she's behind the...2025-04-221h 44
SHARING OUT LOUDBreaking Boundaries and Leveling the Playing Field: A Conversation with Alexandra Bos on Courage, Creativity, and Writing Her Own StoryIn this empowering episode, I sit down (again) with Alexandra Bos, a true female badass. An author, a yoga teacher, and a chaser of knowledge, Alexandra is the epitome of not taking no for an answer.In this episode, Alexandra shares her transformative journey from overcoming personal challenges to embracing sobriety, and how it has empowered her to push past glass ceilings. With her passion for wellness, she recently studied with Wim Hof, diving deep into breathwork and cold exposure, and using these practices to elevate her mind and body. Tune in for an inspiring conversation about...2025-03-261h 04
SHARING OUT LOUDSolo episode celebrating 6 years of sobriety!Six years ago today, I woke up after drinking once again—only this time was different. I knew I was done. I still had alcohol in my system, so I decided the next day, March 21, 2019, would be my first fully sober day. But today, March 20, was the day of my awakening.Last night in the She Walks Canada coaching group, we talked about what it means to be sober and stay sober. For me, it has meant that every single day is hard work. Every day, I have to look deep within myself—not just to see what...2025-03-2011 min
SHARING OUT LOUDIf you don't give up you never lose -- with Maddie Smith"Perseverance. We all deserve to be the best version of ourselves. Every day I try to do a little better or work a little harder".-- Maddie SmithWelcome MADDIE! Sober badass, mom, CrossFitter, military wife, and an incredible role model for anyone looking to remove alcohol from their life.In this episode, we dive into the powerful journey of sobriety from a woman’s perspective. We discuss the societal pressures and expectations placed on women from a young age and how they influence our lives, especially motherhood. We explore the "mo...2025-03-131h 25
SHARING OUT LOUDWhere in the world has Heather been?Hey everyone! It's been a minute since I last checked in, but definitely not for lack of wanting to be here! Life has just… well, life has gotten in the way. Over the past little while, I’ve been navigating the challenges of helping my parents move out of their home of 51 years, and transitioning my mom into assisted living to better manage her Alzheimer’s symptoms. It’s been a lot, but I’m still here, and I’m so grateful to have you all with me. I’ve got more content coming your way, so stay tuned—exciting things...2025-03-0508 min
SHARING OUT LOUDThe Faces of Empowerment. Women, Beauty, and the Power of Aesthetic Enhancements...In this episode, three influential women—Alexandra Bos (author, yoga teacher, tech expert), Becky Parker (mindset coach/certified hypnotherapist, author), Tiffany Lee Gaston (women's fitness expert/model, author, athlete), share their journeys with aesthetic enhancements. From boosting confidence to embracing self-expression, we dive into the stigma surrounding beauty enhancements and discuss how these decisions can be empowering, transformative, and life-affirming. While some women may choose treatments for the wrong reasons, or take things to the "extreme", this conversation is an example that not all stories end up on an episode of "Botched."We took to Instagram LIVE fo...2025-02-0553 min
SHARING OUT LOUDShame is a lie and we need to remove it to believe our inherent value -- with Bronwyn Schweigerdt"And the day came when the risk to remain tight in a bud was more painful than the risk to blossom." -- Anais NinBronwyn Schweigerdt is a licensed psychotherapist and host of the Angry at the Right Things podcast. In her work, she emphasizes the importance of acknowledging and processing emotions, particularly anger, which is often repressed or disowned. She believes that emotions such as hatred and betrayal, if left unaddressed, can manifest as mental health issues like depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, or even psychosis.Rather than focusing on fixing others’ problems, Br...2025-01-2057 min
SHARING OUT LOUDFinding yourself during & after addiction -- with Julie KirschkeWelcome Julie Kirschke! Thank you so much for being on Sharing Out Loud AND being a part of my own recovery journey through the She Walks Canada FREE WEEKLY Coaching calls.From Julie:Addiction is in the face of the girl next door, it can be in the computer lab with a tech specialist, it can be in the Principal's office, it can be at your Dentist, or in my case ..….. it was in the mirror.I didn’t want to be an alcoholic, drinking was my favorite thing! ...2024-12-201h 17
SHARING OUT LOUDChoosing to jump and soar -- with Rebecca SekulichRebecca! Where have you been all my life? If we had met in high school or college, we would have been fast friends, there is no doubt in my mind. And it might not have been a stretch seeing that Rebecca grew up in MI, summered "Up North" at family cabins/cottages (as I did and still do), and went to Michigan State, where several of my family members and friends have gone.About Rebecca:Rebecca's career is in real estate and home remodeling/construction, but her passion is people; how can she change...2024-12-121h 18
The Deliberate Exchange - Navigating Stress, Sobriety & Self-Trust — One Deliberate Step at a TimeBeginnings are messy, How to start anyway Ep# 02Starting Anyway – Embracing the Imperfection of Beginnings... When you're feeling stuck, knowing you can do more and wanting to start, but fear is stopping you... breaking down how to move past the fear, get started, and create momentum. Also shout out to Heather Danby and her podcast Sharing Out Loud. Listen to the episode I was on where I share my story in a candid conversation with Heather here Follow me on instagram @thedeliberateoneCheck out my website Buy me a coffee so I can continue expanding the ripple effect! buymeacoffee.com/ThedeliberateoneFeelin...2024-12-0312 min
SHARING OUT LOUDMidlife and sobriety -- with Patti PalmerShe's back! Ok, she never left! Our conversation went from menopause to sobriety all in one session so I decided to split it into 2 episodes. However, there is a big connection between drinking and perimenopause (hint: they don't mix!).Sober stories never get old because anyone struggling needs to know they are not alone, and the more stories we hear, the more we can confirm that there is power in the community.If you are in the middle of a bad divorce or have gone through a bad divorce, this might be something you can r...2024-12-0339 min
SHARING OUT LOUDThe importance of learning WHY you drink -- with Chrissy Janiga“Nobody realizes that some people extend tremendous energy merely to be normal.” -Albert CamusMeet Chrissy Janiga, LCSW. Certified Alcohol-Free, Mindset, Success, Spirituality, and NLP Coach. Plus, she's an author and a Podcast Host (Soulful and Sober).A little about Chrissy...I often thought about not drinking. However, due to alcohol being normalized in our society and labels like alcoholic, I never got help. I never identified myself as a problematic drinker. Years later, I realized you can stop anything that isn’t serving you. Drinking impacted my health and brought on a lot...2024-11-251h 06
SHARING OUT LOUDGetting in the menopause drivers seat -- with Patti PalmerPART 1 of 2 with the amazing Patti Palmer. Part 1: MENOPAUSE. NO ONE IS COMING TO SAVE US! But by sharing our menopause stories, we can give you hope and, hopefully, the knowledge to arm you with confidence when speaking with your doctor. What’s stopping you from taking control of your menopause health? Is it fear of Uncertainty? Maybe you think you don’t have enough time to focus on yourself. Let me tell you, it’s never too late to take the reins and Patti talks to us abo...2024-11-2148 min
SHARING OUT LOUDRedefining Resilience -- with Malaysia HarrellMeet Malyasia Harrell, Founder of Blissful Life Consulting | Spiritual Transformation Coach | Mental Health & Wellness Advocate | Psychotherapist | Corporate Wellness Strategist & Consultant | Military Veteran | Keynote Speaker | Author | University Board Member | Philanthropist | Podcast Host.WOW! That is a lot of accolades😲.As a psychotherapist, coach, speaker, and veteran, Maylasia has observed how resilience has become a buzzword in our culture. While resilience is important, she likes to take a different approach with her clients and when speaking at events.It was the life-altering event she experienced in 2020—a near-death encounter, that reshaped her entire persp...2024-11-141h 13
SHARING OUT LOUDCelebrating Resilience: The Journey of AnaLori SmithI’m excited to share a glimpse into the inspiring journey of my friend, AnaLori Smith, whom I met through the amazing free weekly sober coaching calls with SHE WALKS CANADA. Since January, I’ve come to know AnaLori as the beautiful, funny, intelligent, tiny queen she truly is. I really had no idea what her sober story entailed and I knew nothing of her early life.During our sober calls, we often touch on personal stories, but it wasn’t until recently that I learned just how remarkable AnaLori’s journey has been. From the star...2024-10-301h 18
SHARING OUT LOUDTaking back your power during MENOPAUSE!Meet Katey Armstrong!I was first introduced to Katey when she was on the YOU ARE NOT BROKEN Podcast with Dr. Kelly Casperson talking about Menopause and her experience with prolapse, (when 1 or more of the organs in the pelvis slip down from their normal position and bulge into the vagina). As soon as I started listening I knew I had to have her here on SHARING OUT LOUD because I too am experiencing menopause, AND I experienced prolapse as well (we think no one talks about menopause - NO ONE talks about...2024-10-181h 04
SHARING OUT LOUDHAPPY NATIONAL MENOPAUSE MONTH! LET'S BE LOUD AND PROUD!Celebrating National Menopause Month: Be Loud and Proud!October is National Menopause Month, a time to spotlight a "natural phase" of life that affects half the population but often remains shrouded in silence. It’s time to break the stigma, embrace our journeys, and advocate for the care we deserve!Why Go Loud and Proud?Menopause is a significant transition that can bring a mix of physical, emotional, and psychological changes. Yet, it’s often talked about in hushed tones or avoided altogether. This secrecy can lead to misinformation, a la...2024-10-1607 min
SHARING OUT LOUDDo you really know what being codependent is? -- with Author & Clinical Psychologist, Dr. Sarah MichaudThank you from the bottom of my heart, Dr. Sarah Michaud! You were an absolute joy to have on the podcast. quite literally PURE JOY!Dr. Sarah is a clinical psychologistst who has worked in the field of addiction, recovery, and codependency for over thirty years. She began her career at a well-known psychiatric hospital outside of Boston and helped create the rehab program for a new residential center. Having achieved her sobriety from alcohol and cocaine since 1984 (BE PREPARED TO HEAR ABOUT HER CHICAGO ADVENTURE!), Sarah brings her experience, education, and expertise to work with people...2024-09-2756 min
SHARING OUT LOUDYou are NOT your trauma -- with Addiction Specialist and Author, Caroline BeidlerMy recent conversation with Caroline Beidler, MSW was wonderful. I love hearing from other addicts who are in recovery, listening to their stories, and hearing how they've taken their trauma(s) and turned it into triumph!Caroline believes that transformation while working on addiction is possible and that healing is a choice. Her own experience in addiction, mental health, and trauma recovery has not only inspired her but FUELED her to use her gifts to help other women find recovery. Caroline has written several books* (You Are Not Your Trauma is out 9/24/242024-09-1145 min
SHARING OUT LOUDWhat is your perimenopause health fluency? -- with Ally Dickinson and Becky ParkerThe words Perimenopause and Menopause are the talk of the town at the moment, the bell of the ball, and with good reason! Women have been suffering from symptoms (sometimes debilitating) for far too long, symptoms that can be alleviated, or damn near if we had more education and knowledge about what's going on with our bodies during this "change". But should we be going straight to HRT (hormone replacement therapy)? Or should we be drilling deeper into how our bodies function holistically? To make an accurate treatment plan, should we be looking first at things like o...2024-09-041h 30
SHARING OUT LOUDHeart condition and new mom be damned. Girl's gonna drink.I have been privileged to get to know Kristi online in the FREE sober coaching meetings through SHE WALKS CANADA. She is one of those FIERCE individuals who is such a bright light -- she is open, honest, and ridiculously funny. She calls it like she sees it and is most certainly on a mission to stay sober. One of my favorite things about Kristi is the constant work she is doing on herself, whether it's a new sober book to read, going hard with the 5AM club, or trying to find a new hobby. Better yet, the way...2024-08-221h 37
SHARING OUT LOUDWorking on your relationship with alcohol, one breath at a time -- with Somatic Breathwork coach, Chelsea PowellWhat a conversation! THANK YOU Chelsea for this enlightening open and honest conversation. Having you on the Sharing Out Loud Podcast was such an honor. I met Chelsea through the She Walks Canada Wednesday Recovery meeting a few months back and have been hoping to have her on the podcast ever since. Upon first meeting Chelsea, I thought, "How can this calm, introspective, super cool human ever have suffered from overconsumption?" But that's the ultimate mystery, once someone has done the hard work to recover, the old them (mostly) disappears!There is no one way...2024-08-141h 23
SHARING OUT LOUDMidlife LOVE and Shadow Work expert, Junie Moon, is back!Welcome back, Junie! What a pleasure it was speaking with you for a second time. What I loved about this conversation was that we went deeper, so much so that I found myself incredibly emotional throughout our discussion.A reminder about who Junie is -- she is a LOVE and Shadow Work expert. And what pray tell is that?Shadow work is a practice that involves working with your unconscious mind to uncover parts of yourself that you hide or repress, such as trauma or undesirable personality traits. The goal of Shadow Work is...2024-08-0758 min
SHARING OUT LOUDFrom star athlete, to drug dealer and addict, to leading AA meetings and finding her calling as a Functional Wellness Practitioner -- with Samantha LanderGrowing up in St. Louis it was never Samantha's intention to lead a life of chaos. She never thought "Drug Dealer" and "Felon" would be at the top of her resume. Who goes to the prestigious University of Michigan and lands in jail for selling drugs?After her home in Los Angeles was raided by the police (for drugs) Samantha began to recognize the full impact and depth of her problems. She knew she needed rehab and she knew she needed to go before she went to prison to serve her 27-month prison sentence. So she did...2024-07-311h 14SHARING OUT LOUDMenopause Hotline, how may I help you today?😍 -- meet the hilarious Mediocremom76, creator of the hilarious Instagram "menopause hotline"As soon as her "menopause hotline" reel came up on Instagram I knew I had to learn more about this absolute gem of a woman! This perimenopause/menopause business is ROUGH and the more exposure we give to the conversation, whether its serious OR funny, the better! There are days when perimenopause can bring (some of) us to our knees so I for one appreciate the incredible humor Kara uses to make us women feel not so alone (and not so damn crazy!).But there's more to her story than "just" menopause... Kara has been...2024-07-171h 19
SHARING OUT LOUDMidlife Love Out Loud. How midlife women are gaining confidence and finding "next-level" love -- with Junie MoonIs there a second act for women in midlife? Can we find NEXT-LEVEL LOVE over 40? Junie Moon says ABSOLUTELY! But often, we need to step back and make sure that "we" are ok. That the "baggage" from our past relationships isn't something we are holding on to. That we are confident and know we are worthy of real love.Junie Moon is the CEO of Midlife Love Out Loud, Global Love Mentor, International Best-selling Author, Award Winning Speaker, Women's EmpowermentLeader, and Certified Shadow Work® Coach. She is passionate about empowering midlife women by h...2024-07-1052 min
SHARING OUT LOUDWorking through trauma and grief -- with Abi Hendry (part 2 of 2 with Abi and Dolina of "How to Reign When It's Raining.")Abi and Dolina Hendry are back with me this week to share Abi's story, a story of unimaginable trauma and grief, and the tragic loss of Abi's partner, Matt, 6 years ago. Abi, thank you from the bottom of my heart for taking the time to talk with me, AND for being so honest and open with the trauma and grief you've experienced. You are a true gift to this world and I just know that so many out there who are stuck in grief, or those who haven't yet released their trauma, will be inspired by your...2024-06-261h 25
SHARING OUT LOUDHow to "REIGN" When it's RAINING -- even when you're hit with the shit life throws at you, you can have an amazing life.Welcome to Sharing Out Loud, Dolina and Abi! What an absolutely brilliant mother-daughter duo with stories that once you hear them, you will stand tall and announce "IF THEY CAN GET THROUGH THAT SHIT I CAN GET THROUGH MY STUFF!" Just a heads up, we ended up talking for over 2 hours for just Dolina'a part of the story so I will be sharing Abi's story a week after this episode launches.Dolina is the mum, and she was born in The Outer Hebrides of Scotland on a remote Island called Bara. She had a very difficult (to...2024-06-191h 14
SHARING OUT LOUDYes, there IS life "Beyond Booze" -- with Sarah Rutsbatch, author, accredited grey-area drinking coach, and certified Women’s Health & Wellbeing CoachWelcome, Sarah! Thank you so much for jumping on a Zoom call at 7 AM Australian time🥰. Sarah is the author of the best-selling book “Beyond Booze, How to Create a Life You Love Alcohol Free." She is also:· a multi-award winning Health and Wellbeing Coach· an accredited Grey Area Drinking Coach· a menopause coach· a key-note speaker sharing her journey to Sobriety Sarah quite literally works to support women all over the world to create, and live, their best lives as they age. So what shaped her into doing all of these wonderfu...2024-06-121h 12
SHARING OUT LOUDMummy does not need wine! The constant fight against mommy drinking culture -- with Alisha of the Podcast, Black and Sober.Thank you, Alisha, for sharing space with me, and for trusting me with your story. I have found my new sister in sobriety🥰.Alisha is part of a married team from West London (Ricci is her husband) navigating their journey through sobriety. On their Podcast, Black and Sober, they and their guests, share their powerful stories of transformation and newfound freedom from alcohol.Alisha and I talked about EVERYTHING! Mommy wine culture, kids with ADHD, adults with ADHD, AND how drinking is often an outlet for those with learning disabilities both in early chi...2024-06-041h 10
Thrive Alcohol Free36. Don’t Wait For Rock Bottom with Heather DanbyIn this episode, I speak to the wonderful Heather Danby, who hosts the ‘Sharing Out Loud’ Podcast and has been sober for 5 years.
I also remind you of my FREE LIVE MASTERCLASS, which is happening TODAY, 23rd April 2024 at 6pm UK Time / 1pm EST / 10am PST. It’s not too late to find out more and SIGN UP HERE. Can’t wait to see you!
Heather and I have a deep, honest and hope filled conversation that could potentially be triggering. We talk about:
hitting rock bottom
trauma
alcohol & menopause
the impact drinking had on her H...2024-05-231h 07
SHARING OUT LOUDFlipping the script on mental health treatment -- with Sydney Reece, LPC: VP of Operations, Mindy Body OptimizationWhat a pleasure to speak with Sydney Reece! Sydney completed her Bachelor’s Degree in Biology from Stephen F. Austin State University and her Master’s Degree in Counseling from University of North Texas. She has worked in multiple settings across the healthcare industry including private practice, outpatient clinics, and inpatient hospitals. Sydney has been part of three start-up organizations and assisted in developing programs, streamlining operations, and building out strategic models for growth and expansion. The company she represents, Mind Body Optimization (www.mindbodyo.com), is a newly launched mental health practice that is flip...2024-05-221h 00
SHARING OUT LOUDWhy I need to constantly be nurturing my alcoholic brain...I hope this helps someone who’s sober but going thru some rough times, or really ANYONE who’s going thru a rough patch❤️.People in recovery who’ve done the work to drill down into WHY they drank aren’t superheroes, we are human, just like everyone else. Do we radiate joy? I’d like to think so😘! We are joyful because our lives are so much better now! Because we’ve done some really, REALLY hard work to overcome the booze and that doesn’t mean willpower, it means drilling deep into our souls to find out why we turne...2024-05-1708 min
SHARING OUT LOUDIt's never too late to take charge of your menopause health -- with Ann Marie VeletsosPlease welcome Ann Marie Veletsos, founder of Down Dog Fitness. Ann Marie is a lover of all things dogs😘, fitness, health & wellness, and most recently all things MENOPAUSE HEALTH.More about Ann Marie:Ann Marie started Down Dog Fitness as a place for people to get away from the stresses of their lives to feel better and realize this is their “playtime” just like dogs want to do when they get in their down dog pose. She is certified in the following:Certified Personal Trainer through NASM and ACEYoga instructorNutritious Life Master Certified Nutrition and Wel...2024-05-081h 25
SHARING OUT LOUDA story of "moderation hell" -- you don't have to be a "full blown alcoholic" to have a problem -- with Anne Nicely, AKA, the_bright_eyed_sober_girlMeet Anne, business owner, mom, wife, daughter, and a "moderate" drinker, or so she thought. Thank you Anne for giving me the space to share your story. I am in awe of you and everything you are doing to promote that life can be beautiful when we don't lean on alcohol as a crutch or as an escape.From Anne:Shame dies when we share… secrets keep us sick..I know on a personal level how true these statements are..I stayed stuck for a long time. I lived in...2024-04-241h 16
Self-Worth Revolution: Tips for your Transformational JourneyEmbracing Transformation: Heather MendenHall-Dunby's Journey to Sobriety and Self-DiscoverySend us a textHave you ever faced a moment so pivotal that it demanded a complete transformation of your life? That's exactly the crossroads Heather Mendenhall-Danby found herself at, as she courageously opens up about her four-and-a-half-year sobriety journey on our latest episode. With raw honesty, Heather discusses her relationship with alcohol, her dedication to Alcoholics Anonymous, and how she confronts daily pressures and societal expectations surrounding drinking. Together, we examine the complex challenges tied to recovery, including the impact of bullying, the grip of postpartum depression, and the stigmatization of mental health struggles. Our conversation...2024-04-181h 19
SHARING OUT LOUDAre there different ways to get sober? And what does the term sober actually mean? — with Tiffany Lee GastonMy girl, TIFFANY, is back! And what an amazing conversation we had. Tiffany, have you ever thought about doing stand-up? I think you need to add this to your bucket list!1.5 years sober and nothing, I mean NOTHING is stopping this woman! We talk about all things sobriety today and why (we think) there are so many different terms for having a problem with alcohol:Alcohol use disorderAlcoholicSoberSober CuriousAlcohol-freeAlcohol diseaseAlcohol addictionIf you didn't listen to Tiffany's previous episode GO BACK...2024-04-1758 min
SHARING OUT LOUDI AM BACK AND I TURNED 5!!! - Happy Soberversary to me!Hello everyone! I took a little hiatus with the pod, not on purpose, but it happened. And while I was away I turned 5! 5-years sober that is :). The last 5 years have been the best years of my life🥰. The freedom of not having to think about the next drink is like no other.If you are struggling please know there is help. There is hope. AA is a wonderful resource, sober coaches like @thrivealcoholfree @the_sobermommy @soberincentralpark @beckyparkerrr are wonderful for 1:1 help. And @shewalkscanada is the perfect community for women if AA isn’t your thing...2024-04-0414 min
SHARING OUT LOUDBi-Polar disorder Education with Kate Eldean (she's back for more education!)Kate Eldean is back! And this time she is here to dive deeper into bipolar disorder so you can better understand your loved ones (or yourself!) and to show that people affected by this can lead a full and beautiful life!Kate is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), and a Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in Trauma Recovery, EMDR, Neurotherapy, and EFT for Couples. She is licensed in SC, CA, and soon will be licensed in Michigan!With over 21 years of mental health experience, she provides a nurturing and non-judgmental warmth to her patients as...2024-03-2054 min
SHARING OUT LOUDCheating death. A truly inspirational sober story.This is one of the most beautiful, heart-wrenching, and sometimes unbelievable sober story I have ever heard. Thank you Erica, aka, sober.for.the.health.of.it, for your vulnerability, your honesty, your openness, so that someone out there might be spared from this dreaded disease of alcoholism. I needed a drink when I didn't have what I needed.It has been a long road to get to where I am. It took years for me to be open and honest about my recovery. Years for me to let people see w...2024-03-132h 11
SHARING OUT LOUDRECOVERING OUT LOUD -- with Rachel Hechtman, AKA "Soberincentralpark"On January 3, 2021, about 6 months after a wake-up call amid the pandemic, Rachel decided to try Dry January. She was the heaviest she had ever been, she was unemployed, had no motivation, and was in a marriage that had been done for a while.As Dry January moved into February, February into March... Rachel drastically changed her lifestyle and replaced alcohol with alternatives, like water and walking (to Central Park of course), and began making better decisions about her nutrition. Though not always easy, sobriety brought so many benefits and rewards. Rachel's mental health improved and in turn...2024-02-211h 20
SHARING OUT LOUDDomestic abuse. Alcoholism. Toxic work culture. How to free yourself from the chains that bind you and live a life of FREEDOM -- with Christy FreddoPay close attention in this episode to where Christy talks about her daughter’s trauma PTSD from her abusive father. This could be triggering for some but also inspiration if you’re in an abusive relationship with children. Please reach out to Christy if you need resources. Xoxo. In 2011, in a span of six months, Christy Freddo freed herself from the gilded cage that was her high-paying, glamorous but toxic corporate job that everyone envied. She left a decade-old abusive marriage to a seemingly charming man (that everyone loved) and finally admitted to herself that she was a...2024-02-1448 min
SHARING OUT LOUDTaking Menopause by the $%!*& and showing no mercy -- with Katey Armstrong, personal and group trainer, motivational speaker, menopause educator.Meet Katey Armstrong!I was first introduced to Katey when she was on the YOU ARE NOT BROKEN Podcast with Dr. Kelly Casperson talking about Menopause and her experience with prolapse, (when 1 or more of the organs in the pelvis slip down from their normal position and bulge into the vagina). As soon as I started listening I knew I had to have her here on SHARING OUT LOUD because I too am experiencing menopause, AND I experienced prolapse as well (we think no one talks about menopause - NO ONE talks about...2024-02-061h 12
SHARING OUT LOUDFrom corporate cocktailing to transformational sober coach -- with Dupe WitherickTHANK YOU DUPE for a wonderful chat for the Sharing Out Loud Podcast! So much has changed since I got Sober a year before the Pandemic hit -- now there is so much more than AA available to help people live a life without alcohol.About my guest:Dupe spent many years drinking, as that’s what society and being in the corporate world had told her was normal. She realized she wasn’t enjoying it and it got to the point where she knew deep down ditching drinking would help in some...2024-01-311h 14
SHARING OUT LOUDWhen you leave your corporate career after 25 years to become a 50-year old personal trainer for menopausal women -- with Kate Oakley (UK).Meet Kate Oakley! Personal Trainer and Menopause Warrior🤩.Kate Oakley had a job she loved for over 20 years -- Director of HR for a Global Company. She never understood people who had those feelings of dread on a Sunday... she enjoyed her job, she was great at it! Until one day she DID have that feeling of dread and she knew she had to make a change. Not only did Kate have to make a change with her career, she realized she had to make a change with her health as well. Why? Because perimenopause sym...2024-01-231h 01
SHARING OUT LOUDThink you can't start an alcohol free movement? Think again. -- with Lindsay Sutherland Boal of SHE WALKS CANADAMeet Lindsay Sutherland Boal, FOUNDER OF SHE WALKS CANADA.Lindsay Sutherland Boal is a force for positive change wielding her knowledge and expertise of sober living initiatives and women's issues. In 2021, Lindsay founded She Walks Canada—a movement to engage and empower sober and sober-curious women to change their relationship with alcohol. In its second year, She Walks Canada impacted over 1,000 women transitioning away from alcohol, and as a community, met and exceeded the circumnavigation goal of 40,070 kms (24,900 miles) achieving 44,058 (27,379 miles). The 2024 Walk begins February 19, 2024.As a personal empowerment coach, Lindsay is...2024-01-1752 min
SHARING OUT LOUDMeet Jodi Echakowitz, Tech PR Agency CEO | Autism + Mental Health Advocate | 🏳️🌈 Ally | Mindset Inspiration | Mental and Physical Transformation SuperstarMeet Jodi Echakowitz! Thank you for the wonderful conversation. You are not only an incredible example of taking control of your health, but you are a breath of fresh air with your optimism and sheer joy when you speak about your life and where you are now. For anyone looking to make a change in their mindset and physical health, head over to Jodi's Instagram page! @jodi.echakowitz From Jodi:I was battling severe brain fog, was constantly exhausted, and was struggling to find the...2024-01-1048 min
SHARING OUT LOUDFrom Bottomless to Sober. What happens when addiction and mental health issues are happening in plain site but you are suffering alone? -- with Jessica Duenas.THANK YOU Jessica for coming on to Sharing Out Loud. I am deeply grateful you said yes and so appreciate everything you are doing for the addiction/sober community❤️.About Jessica, Sober woman, Author, Speaker, Sober Coach...Brooklyn born and raised, her father is a proud, incredibly beautiful, and charming Black Cuban. Her mother, just as beautiful, is a tiny yet incredibly intimidating Costa Rican, which makes Jessica a first-generation American. The American dream. On the outside growing up, she was bright and overcame many hurdles that young Black and Brown girls...2024-01-021h 20
SHARING OUT LOUDONE YEAR SOBER FOR ALEXANDRA (ALEX) BOS! Let's help her celebrate by listening to her episode!Re-posting this earlier episode because when you are sober and hit a milestone, you deserve to be celebrated! CONGRATULATIONS ALEXANDRA! To help her celebrate, please listen to the episode, pass it along to others, AND then go grab her book - THE GAME. And book 2 is just out! You will want both at once, TRUST ME!https://www.amazon.com/GAME-Second-Alex-Bos/dp/B0BV49Y5R5/ref=sr_1_2?crid=1S3CC2AGJN2H1&keywords=Alex+bos&qid=1703795095&sprefix=alex+bos%2Caps%2C92&sr=8-2FROM ALEXANDRA'S INSTAGRAM TODAY, 12/28/23:Today...2023-12-2850 min
SHARING OUT LOUDSober? Alcoholic? Alcohol-free? Who cares about the label! At the end of the day, if you have a problematic relationship with alcohol, you need help and I have resources!Happy Holidays everyone! Rather than uploading a guest episode yesterday I thought I would come on and do a little mini episode after conversations with 2 amazing women, Dupe Witherick, author of A COCKTAIL of Clarity and wellness coach, and Lindsay Sutherland Boal, founder of She Walks Canada, an organization that is changing the world by empowering women to change their relationship to alcohol. My view of addiction and alcoholism is widening as I head towards 5 years of sobriety (yay me! March 21, 2024 here I come!). There are just so many more resources now than there were back in 2019 wh...2023-12-2112 min
SHARING OUT LOUDHow one women went from being a "lost, depressed mom" to one of the top Spartan Competitors (in her age group) in the country! Welcome back Wendy Green, and friend, Cynthia Counts!She's back! And she brought a friend! @happy-healthy-mommyoffour (Wendy Green) and @ocrmommy_cynthia (Cynthia Counts) came to Chicago for a Hyrox competition and that meant I got to meet them in person AND record another podcast with Wendy, this time focusing on how she went from a mom who had completely lost herself, to a competitive athlete! Cynthia was going to sit and just listen but I am so glad she joined in because we had a blast AND she has quite the story as well (we will be recording her story soon).If you haven't listened...2023-12-131h 00
SHARING OUT LOUDA true badass female Phoenix who has risen from the ashes - meet Andy Matthews. True crime episode or just a truly crazy story of marital lies and deceipt?Andy Matthews is a WARRIOR! While her life and her marriage weren't always perfect, no one could have prepped her for what was about to go down when her husband told her their marriage was over. Nothing could have prepared Andy for the lies, the deceit, the gaslighting, that was to come with the (ongoing) divorce. Is this an episode of True Crime? The more into the conversation we got, it felt that way😲.But Andy decided she wasn't going to be a victim. So she decided to get her mojo back and applied to be coached by...2023-12-061h 19
SHARING OUT LOUDMeet the Magickal (Scottish) Bunny Love-Schock! Corporate Executive turned love-seeker, Mother Manifester, Somatic Embodiment Coach, and so much more!Meet Bunny! A Scottish Ordained Interfaith Reverend, Prosperity Teacher, Mother Manifester, Somatic Embodiment Coach, Enneagram Mentor, and more... Bunny and I met through a course with Cathy Heller (a spiritual & business coach and podcaster). Bunny was the first woman to be called upon to have Cathy help her with some self-doubts she had been struggling with and from the moment Bunny came up on that Zoom screen, I wanted to be her BFF🥰. And then, the more I learned about her I knew she had to come on as a guest on Sharing Out Loud!A...2023-11-291h 45
SHARING OUT LOUDBe Victorious! A chat with certified life and health coach, Victoria Dorsano!Meet Victoria Dorsano, a Professional and Certified Life and Health Coach who is on a mission to help women (so many clients are midlife women!) get off the hamster wheel and onto their own fast track to victory.With years of studies, client successes, and coaching education under her belt, Victoria is dedicated to making a successful life a reality for all of her clients and believes people need to be looked at as whole beings, not just a number on a scale, a diagnosis, or a procedure code.Victoria takes an empirical, no-bullshit approach...2023-11-1543 min
SHARING OUT LOUDWhy are women scared to talk about sexual pleasure?! Because we were taught not to talk about it (back in the stone ages). Heather Dillavou, women's pelvic floor therapist and sexual health expert, is here to de-stigmatize this very important topic!Well, this was so much fun! A few weeks ago a group of women got together to discuss SEX, specifically the importance of women's sexual pleasure and why we need to start owning it! And how important it is to empower girls at an early age. We are sexual beings and we deserve more than what society has pounded into our brains -- it's not ladylike to talk about sex/pleasure, that a man's pleasure is more important, that once we have babies or get older that sex doesn't matter anymore.Heather Dillavou...2023-11-081h 37
SHARING OUT LOUDDid anyone ever tell you that you're TOO MUCH? Or a little "extra?" Hear what GIRL, BE YOU founder, Jenese Cunningham has to say about that! Get ready for some inspiration -- it's about to get LOUD!There is no greater agony than bearing the story untold in you. ~Maya AngelouJenese (aka JeeJee, Jee) and I have known each other for a LONG TIME. She and I immediately connected working for the same company, probably because we are both a little "extra" and she knew how to "handle" me, LOL. But the reality is, she embraced that I am passionate in all that I do, and I embraced her for being so confident, so self-assured, and knowing exactly who she is. Jenese has that special intuition where she knows how to t...2023-11-011h 05
SHARING OUT LOUDTips for Staying Sober During the Holidays with the Sober Trio -- Kristi Tanner, Tiffany Lee Gaston, and ME!Well hello again! I decided to take the recording from an Instagram Live conversation Kristi, Tiffany, and I had a few days ago. Whether you are worried about mom judgment for NOT drinking while Trick Or Treating, or judgment from family members over Thanksgiving and Christmas, or other Holidays observed, you will want to give this a listen! And guess what folks, this isn't just for us addicts, this is for the friends and loved ones of anyone with a drinking problem because you need to be there for the person trying to stay sober. They are going to...2023-10-2557 min
SHARING OUT LOUDAuthor, Yogi, Deep Thinker, AND she's SOBER! Meet Alexandra Boss!You know how sometimes things are just meant to happen? That is how Alexandra and I met. Alexandra works with a woman I have known since I was 4 years old (Nicole Rhea) and one day the two happened to do a ride-along together for business and Alexandra told Nicole about her sobriety... and Nicole mentioned my podcast and then reached out to me and said Alexandra and I had to connect. So yeah, that's what I mean... some things things are just supposed to happen.In this beautiful conversation Alexandra speaks about her sobriety - how she...2023-10-1856 min
SHARING OUT LOUDYour passion CAN in fact become your full-time job! Meet Jean Anderson Cohen, founder of aSweatLifeYou are going to LOVE this episode -- it will leave you feeling inspired to take control over what you really want to be doing in life, whether you are 25, 45, or 65! Please share with friends, or better yet, share AND HAVE A DISCUSSION about your passions, and what your heart is telling you you really want to be doing with your life.Jeana Anderson Cohen shows us how we CAN turn a hobby or a passion into a full-time gig. Instead of waiting 20 years, grinding away at jobs that didn't light her up, Jeana took...2023-10-111h 09
SHARING OUT LOUDDon't believe in mindset? What if you were diagnosed with Graves Disease, pre-diabeties, and anti foscal lipids syndrome? Would you stay positive? Tanya did, and then some! Welcome the beautiful, tenacious, DETERMINED, Tanya Albert!Thank you, Tanya, for honoring me with your story. I feel so privileged and am excited to share it with the universe so more humans can be inspired. I have the utmost respect for you💖. About Tanya: Tanya started her medical journey in her early 20s when she was diagnosed with Graves disease (an autoimmune disorder that can cause hyperthyroidism or overactive thyroid). Imagine being a teacher and being unable to sit through a staff meeting because you're so jittery you can't physically stay still, or having a metabolism that is so fast you can't...2023-10-0451 min
SHARING OUT LOUDDon't believe in mindset? This episode will change that. Welcome the beautiful, tenacious, DETERMINED, Tanya Albert!Thank you Tanya for honoring me with your story. I feel so privileged and am excited to share it with the universe so more humans can be inspired. I have the utmost respect for you💖.About Tanya:Tanya started her medical journey in her early 20s when she was diagnosed with Graves disease (an autoimmune disorder that can cause hyperthyroidism or overactive thyroid). Imagine being a teacher and being unable to sit through a staff meeting because you're so jittery you can't physically stay still, or having a metabolism that is so fast you can...2023-10-0453 min
SHARING OUT LOUDMeet Kiki Hurwitt. Think you can't survive the hard stuff? Think again. How one woman/young mom, was widowed at 28, survived a flesh-eating bacteria at 30, battled alcohol abuse & depression, and yes, MORE, to being the badass she is today at 53!Another unexpected conversation... funny how that happens when two women get together and share their stories💖.Kiki Hurwitt is a powerhouse I found on the gram. I reached out to her because, at 53 (my age), I was dying to know how she transformed herself into the healthy, happy, BUFF woman she is today! I wanted to know the story behind the face I saw staring out at me in her before photos from 2020. I wanted to know what prompted her to take control of her health, over her life! I wasn't prepared to learn that Kik...2023-09-271h 23
SHARING OUT LOUDFrom Bar stool babe to Sober baddie! Meet Kelly Belew!I "met" Kelly thru insta (of course) and what a cool conversation this was! You might be thinking, "yet another mom with an alcohol addiction" but that just says you don't know what an epidemic this is! AND how freaking hard it is to overcome. Kelly has done the work! Not only has she done it, she continues to do it because getting sober and staying sober is an effort and she doesn't take it for granted.Everyone's sober story is a little different (sometimes A LOT) so I never say to myself, "oh, I can skip...2023-09-201h 15
SHARING OUT LOUD"Happy Healthy Mommy of 4" - this episode will tear at your heart. Everyone has a story they might not be sharing with the world...Meet Wendy Green! This conversation was NOT what I was expecting😲. Who I thought I was going to talk with was a top 10 (in her age group) Spartan Racer, and she is! But what was shared/uncovered was a story of one woman's resilience... teen mom putting herself through college, PPD (postpartum depression), suicidal thoughts, rocky marriage... until one day she heard about a mom's walking group. And it saved her life.Wendy is such an amazing woman. The conversation was so easy -- it felt like we had been friends our whole lives. I am so very...2023-09-141h 16
In The Good Company PodcastSobriety story with Heather DanbyWhat a special episode where myself and Heather Danby celebrate our sobriety by sharing Heather's sobriety journey. Heather is a marketing consultant, business woman, mama of two and huge supporter of sober living. Her vulnerability, honesty and courage in sharing her story is so inspiring to me and I hope you too!
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SHARING OUT LOUDShe's 6 years sober! Meet Anna Malus Kitzmann: entrepreneur, HEALER, podcaster, mother, positive vibes spreader, and a sober bad ass!When I first met Anna she was a drinker, but so was I, only I think I might have hid it a little better, or not🙄. I thought she might have a problem but she was(is) younger than me and who was I to judge how much people drank! I mean, we worked in advertising and alcohol was a part of our daily life. Parties in the office, happy hours, parties for Holidays, entertaining clients, you name it, there was ALWAYS a reason to drink.I won't give the whole story away here but 6 years ago Ann...2023-09-071h 15
SHARING OUT LOUDPainting Your Path with Clarissa Castillo Ramsey!Clarissa Castillo-Ramsey, PsyD is an award-winning transformational coach for creatives, author, and abstract artist. Her top-rated podcast, Painting Your Path, helps multi-passion mid-life creatives start living life on their terms. Popular episodes include overcoming imposter syndrome, creating a life you love, and moving past perfectionism. A trained organizational psychologist from The California School of Professional Psychology, Clarissa is fascinated by the people that continue to bring their dreams and goals to reality no matter what their circumstances. Over her multi-decade career, Clarissa worked with hundreds of leaders and teams in various industries like healthcare, HR consulting, food and be...2023-08-3157 min
SHARING OUT LOUDA PERSONAL bi-polar journey with Kate Eldean, Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC)Everyone needs to listen to this episode. Whether you are dealing with a bipolar diagnosis yourself, know someone who is, or know someone you suspect needs help, every human can benefit from listening to Kate's story. This is the first time EVER that Kate is sharing her 12-year journey with Bi-polar 1 disorder. It takes guts, FAITH, and generosity to "come out" with a mental illness but if we don't share our personal stories Kate and I both agree that we are doing a disservice to people in need. NO ONE IS PERFECT and even licensed...2023-08-231h 01
SHARING OUT LOUDSuzi Freeman, founder of the Elite Minds Academy, a mental health educational mentorship program for teens AND their parents.Today we talk Teen Suicide with Suzi Freeman, owner/founder, of the Elite Minds Academy. Suzi is committed to empowering the next generation with the skills and knowledge they need to maintain positive mental and emotional health.Her mentorship and training programs focus on cultivating self-care mastery and emotional durability, helping to mitigate the challenges that can arise from mental health issues, and laying the foundation for success in all areas of life.By also training families in mental health awareness and suicide prevention, she is building a community that is prepared to support each...2023-08-151h 22
SHARING OUT LOUDLet's Talk MENOPAUSE with Occupational Therapist and Functional Wellness Practitioner, Jen DeYoung!Are you experiencing BRAIN FOG? Mood swings? Hot Flashes? Weight Gain? General feelings of things just being off? Then this episode is for you! Don't think you have to be IN menopause for you to start experiencing symptoms. In fact, you could be 10 years away from actual menopause (or more, eek!) so now is the time to start taking care of your health with someone who has an actual education and background in this area (not all "lady docs" do nor do all health and wellness/fitness people). A little more about Jen: ...2023-07-261h 07
SHARING OUT LOUDFitness Expert and Cover Model Gone Sober!Meet Tiffany Lee Gaston! Tiffany is an author, philanthropist, and highly published fitness personality, with recurring appearances on local television networks and contributions to health and fitness publications worldwide. She promotes her own unique brand of fitness, with an emphasis on the discovery of our own best self and not a one-size-fits-all approach. AND NOW, SHE CAN ADD SOBER WOMAN TO THE LIST OF AMAZING ACCOMPLISHMENTS! For the first time ever, after 9+ months of sobriety, Tiffany is sharing her journey about living the sober life. We go into WHY she felt the need to stop...2023-07-181h 16
SHARING OUT LOUDHappy Freedom Day!Hello! Happy 4th of July week. What does Freedom mean to you? And I am not talking about our country's freedom, I am talking a personal kind of freedom.For me, it's freedom from alcohol. Everything good in my life now can be traced back to quitting "the booze." Quitting drinking freed me up to live a happy, authentic, amazing life. Quitting drinking has allowed me to deal with the hard stuff in a (mostly) thoughtful way, one of those things being the realization that my ADHD seriously impacted my life. It wasn't until I listened to...2023-07-0316 min
SHARING OUT LOUDMeet Daphne Reznik, ex-corporate boss babe turned entrepreneur to find a FREE AT 50 life.This was such a FUN conversation! Daphne and I both grew up in Holland, MI, but went to different schools (Northside vs Southside of the town). A few years ago a mutual friend "saw" me posting about living a life post-corporate life and introduced us, and here we are!A little about Daphne and where to find her!Like so many, Daphne was laid off during COVID, almost 30 years into working for others, and ready to ditch corporate life and escape the 9-5 forever.She is passionate about food, travel, history, and how...2023-06-2942 min
SHARING OUT LOUDJudy Arazoza Part 2. How conversation with a family member about their disordered eating journey made her realize her own...TRIGGER WARNING! If this episode triggers you in any way please take a pass. Listen to another episode or stay tuned for the next. XOXO.I am so very honored that Judy decided to come out and talk about her journey with food and what she has recently realized is disordered eating. Disordered eating is not an eating disorder, it isn't bulimia and anorexia. Where an eating disorder is a clinical diagnosis, disordered eating refers to abnormal eating patterns that do not meet the criteria for an eating disorder diagnosis. Someone with an eating disorder...2023-06-211h 03
SHARING OUT LOUDKristi Tanner Part 2! When it all fell apart...Welcome back! This episode dives deeper into Kristi's divorce and how because of what she went thru she decided she wanted to help other women.Kristi wasn't allowed to "bare it all" because of an agreement she signed with her ex, but I am here to tell you that her divorce was AWFUL, and in my opinion, the courts failed her. The entire system failed her. That being said, Kristi has PREVAILED! She is killing it as a single mom and as a businesswoman. She is the epitome of not allowing her past to define her but...2023-06-1557 min
SHARING OUT LOUDMeet Kristi Tanner, badass mom of 4 that went from blackout alcoholic to recovery and divorce coach.Meet Kristi Tanner, a badass divorced mom of 4 (all under 10!) and recovering alcoholic turned recovery coach and divorce coach. This episode was so good we had to record it in 2 parts, and even then we still didn't get it all in.If you think you are alone in your drinking or marriage gone horribly wrong, think again. Kristi's story is like so many other moms -- yes her drinking started before she had her babies but once she had kids she joined that secret mom's society where you develop the mindset that you "need" alcohol to "deal"...2023-06-1455 min
SHARING OUT LOUDMeet Misti White! Gym owner, women over 30 fitness expert, entrepreneur, mom of 3, and soon-to-be author.Welcome to the podcast Misti White! Gym owner, women over 30 fitness expert, entrepreneur, mom of 3, and soon-to-be author... her life is incredible now but it didn't start out like that. A product of divorce, an unstable childhood, an identical twin sister who beat addiction only to die from cancer, having her ovaries removed at 37, finding out her dad isn't her biological father, and so much more. No wonder she's writing a book!Listen now to hear her jaw-dropping story! Thank you Misti for taking the time to talk with me. We will be scheduling another episode with...2023-06-071h 06
SHARING OUT LOUDJudy Arazoza, Over-60 Midlife Transformation CoachMy next guest is J udy Arazoza, a retired competitive bodybuilder turned mid-life transformation coach who gives women over 40 confidence and energy by emphasizing that body positivity and health come in many shapes and sizes!Think you can't have a second act? THINK AGAIN! At 62 Judy is living her best life. Her midlife coaching stems from her passion for fitness and nutrition and all that her body has gone through during the aging process. Judy holds in-person personal training and group fitness classes, as well as online classes. She also started her very own podcast called THE...2023-06-0155 min
SHARING OUT LOUDBecky Parker, successful life and relationship coach, empowering women to regain their confidence and show them they are worthy.This conversation was FIRE! Absolute fire! I was truly blown away by Becky's story. I NEVER would have thought she lacked confidence at one time or didn't feel worthy. It just goes to show you that you really can't judge a book by its cover.Becky is a certified life success coach and practitioner who works to empower individuals to improve their relationships with themselves, which in turn enhances their relationships with others. She helps people break free from limiting beliefs, negative emotions, and behavioral patterns to achieve success in all aspects of their lives. Becky’s bu...2023-05-1652 min
SHARING OUT LOUDCara Kalnow, founder of Soul House, a holistic wellness community offering Reiki energy healing and intuitive guidance.Hi everyone! I am so excited about this conversation with my great friend, Cara Kalnow, an ex-corporate tech executive who discovered her calling and passion during a trip to Bali. Cara is the founder of Soul House Chicago, www.soulhousechicago.com.More about Cara...Cara is a student of metaphysics, an energy worker, and a teacher. She offers private Reiki healing sessions in the West Loop and Wicker Park, Reiki Trainings throughout the city of Chicago, and Mindful Vinyasa classes at Bare Feet Power Yoga. It's her intent to support and educate folks to tap in...2023-05-101h 00
SHARING OUT LOUDCurious about how women stay Sober? Meet Trina, a badass woman with 11 years of sobriety!Ever wonder how someone stays sober for what is hopefully the rest of their life? 1. They work on it EVERY. SINGLE. DAY (one day at a time).2. They join a community of like-minded people who are committed to DOING THE WORK. In this case, through Alcoholics Anonymous.3. They have a GREAT SENSE OF HUMOR.4. They are HUMBLE, knowing that at any time it could be taken away.5. They live with JOY.Have you heard that AA is a cult? Yeah, I used to think that too until I woke up on M...2023-05-0858 min
SHARING OUT LOUDHow I started SHARING OUT LOUD! A story of addiction to alcohol.A little over a year ago I recorded an episode for the Air Hug Community with Judy Arazoza. That episode was all about my alcoholism... at the time I was almost 3 years sober but outside of a few friends and family, and my AA (Alcoholics Anonymous( family, I had told NO ONE. I was "in the closet" about my addiction for many reasons but when I was speaking with Judy and she asked if I would share, I threw caution to the wind. I put my big girl panties on and went for it! And then felt sick to...2023-05-0257 minSHARING OUT LOUDWelcome!WELCOME TO SHARING OUT LOUD, a podcast hosted by Heather, a sober woman who got tired of staying silent about her alcoholism and sobriety, and frankly, everything else in life. A woman who spent so much of her life being told she was "too much," "too aggressive," "too loud," and, "too polarizing," that she never allowed herself to be 100% true to who she was, until now. She decided it was time to start SHARING OUT LOUD, and when she did, everything changed.The SHARING OUT LOUD podcast features a wide range of guests from sober women, to...2023-05-0102 min
Air Hug Community78 Sharing out loud with Heather Danby, Her story of How Mom Happy Hour turned to AddictionToday our guest is sharing a very sensitive story for the very first time in public. It begins with a young lady who doesn't even drink in college and later turns into an alcoholic stemming from 'mommy happy hours' The challenge of facing this in midlife and during a pandemic is just too important not to share. Heather plans to continue sharing her journey with a podcast of her own. Stay tuned for more information. Follow heather on Instagram @Heathermdanby Thank you for tuning and remember to check back every Tuesday for a new episode.2022-02-0857 min