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Gear Up! Adventures In ParenthoodGear Up! Adventures In ParenthoodFinding Our JoyIn this uplifting episode, clinical social workers Heather and Kristina explore the transformative power of joy in parenting. They dive into how joy differs from happiness—while happiness can be fleeting, joy is an internal choice that nurtures fulfillment, contentment, and resilience. Heather and Kristina share how joy can be found in the small, everyday moments—like a child’s first steps or a shared moment of laughter—and how we can cultivate it through intentional presence and mindfulness. They also reveal the profound benefits of joy, from improved health to stronger relationships and greater emotional resilience. With practica...2025-04-2833 minGear Up! Adventures In ParenthoodGear Up! Adventures In ParenthoodParental Self-CareIn this episode, clinical social workers Kristina and Heather dive deep into why self-care isn't a luxury for parents—it's a necessity for all parents to avoid burnout. With warmth and insight, they unpack the myths around parental selflessness and explain how prioritizing our well-being is essential to being the best parents we can be. From rediscovering hobbies and incorporating movement into our day, to setting healthy boundaries and leaning on community support, they share practical, relatable strategies that make a real difference. The conversation also explores how the pandemic has reshaped parenting stress, the value of adult co...2025-04-2140 minGear Up! Adventures In ParenthoodGear Up! Adventures In ParenthoodFamily vs. Child-Centered HomeIn this episode, clinical social workers Kristina and Heather explore the dynamics of family-centered versus child-centered homes and why finding balance is key to a healthy family life. They explain how putting children at the center of the family can lead to anxiety, enmeshment, and unhealthy parent-child dynamics. Using the metaphor of the "family wheel," they illustrate how parents should be the hub, with children as the spokes, creating a stable foundation for everyone. The duo emphasizes the importance of keeping emotional “backpacks” separate for parents and children to avoid overloading kids with adult concerns. Kristina and Heather dive...2025-04-1440 minGear Up! Adventures In ParenthoodGear Up! Adventures In ParenthoodMore About SleepClinical social workers Kristina and Heather revisit this topic of sleep with a strategy-filled and insightful conversation about why consistent sleep schedules are key for both kids and adults. They break down exactly how much sleep each age group needs—from the newborns who need 14-17 hours to the preschoolers getting 10-13 hours—and how natural light plays a big role in helping us all get the rest we need. Get ready for some practical (and easy!) tips on creating the perfect sleep environment, from cool, dark rooms to the magic of weighted blankets. Kristina and Heather also chat...2025-04-0748 minGear Up! Adventures In ParenthoodGear Up! Adventures In ParenthoodConflict - An Opportunity To TeachIn this heartwarming and insightful episode, clinical social workers Kristina and Heather explore the transformative power of conflict in preschool settings. They share how conflicts can be powerful learning opportunities, offering children a chance to develop essential skills like emotional regulation, communication, and problem-solving. Instead of seeing conflicts as problems to solve, they encourage a mindset shift—viewing these moments as chances to guide children in expressing their feelings, identifying their needs, and practicing resolution strategies. With a focus on calmness, empathy, and patience, Kristina and Heather explain how adults can create a nurturing environment that supports growth an...2025-03-3138 minGear Up! Adventures In ParenthoodGear Up! Adventures In ParenthoodAnxiety In Children, Part 2 of 2In this insightful episode, clinical social workers Kristina and Heather continue their deep-dive into the crucial topic of managing anxiety in children. With 30% of children experiencing an anxiety disorder by age 18—yet only 20% receiving treatment—Kristina and Heather discuss effective strategies to help kids cope. From cognitive behavioral therapy and medications to simple but powerful tools like sensory play and outdoor activities, they offer practical advice for parents. The episode encourages modeling healthy coping techniques, validating children's fears, and seeking professional support when necessary. Learn how setting realistic expectations, desensitizing fears, and using techniques like visualization and role-playing can...2025-03-2435 minGear Up! Adventures In ParenthoodGear Up! Adventures In ParenthoodAnxiety In Children, Part 1 of 2In this first episode of a two-part series, clinical social workers Kristina and Heather dive deep into the rising concern of anxiety in children. They explore how the symptoms of anxiety often mirror other conditions like ADHD or depression, making it crucial for parents and caregivers to recognize the signs early. From physical symptoms to avoidance behaviors and explosive outbursts, the impact of untreated anxiety can be significant. Kristina and Heather stress the importance of early intervention to prevent anxiety from evolving into depression and offer effective strategies such as cognitive behavioral therapy, medication, and teaching children essential...2025-03-1729 minGear Up! Adventures In ParenthoodGear Up! Adventures In ParenthoodParental PerfectionismIn this heartwarming episode, clinical social workers Heather and Kristina respond to a thoughtful question from a listener about the pressures of parental perfectionism. Together, they explore the impact of negative self-talk on parenting and offer practical strategies for managing disappointment while embracing our imperfections. They share the powerful reminder that making mistakes is part of being human and how these moments of misstep can help children learn empathy and resilience. They also discuss the role that societal expectations play in perfectionism and offer thoughtful ideas for how to redefine what success in parenting truly means. With a focus...2025-03-1048 minGear Up! Adventures In ParenthoodGear Up! Adventures In ParenthoodQuestions For ConnectionClinical social workers Kristina and Heather explore the power of asking the right questions to connect with your kids on a deeper level. They dive into the importance of open-ended questions—those that spark conversation, promote communication, and help avoid anxiety. From asking about their favorite outdoor activities to exploring their imaginative worlds, these conversations foster emotional bonds and build language skills. For older kids, Kristina and Heather offer strategies for discussing personal values, emotions, and aspirations—topics that encourage reflection and growth. They also talk about the best times—like car rides, bedtime...2025-03-0336 minGear Up! Adventures In ParenthoodGear Up! Adventures In Parenthood14 Things All Kids Need, Part 2 of 2In this heartfelt episode, clinical social workers Heather and Kristina dive into the final seven out of 14 essential things children need to thrive. They explore the power of simplicity—how reducing material clutter can bring peace and the importance of affirming a child’s inherent goodness with daily expressions of love. They discuss the value of daily rhythms, providing security and predictability; creating a calm environment to nurture mental well-being; and cultivating compassion to help children safely express their emotions. Heather and Kristina also talk about the profound impact of being a “shoulder to cry on” through active listening and nonj...2025-02-2535 minGear Up! Adventures In ParenthoodGear Up! Adventures In Parenthood14 Things All Kids Need, Part 1 of 2In this heartwarming episode, Heather and Kristina share some favorite resources they’ve collected over the years as clinical social workers and passionate advocates for children’s wellbeing. In this first of two-part series, they introduce their list of the “14 Things All Kids Need More Of...” And guess what? They’re all FREE! They explore the profound benefits of unstructured play, the magic of sunlight, and the grounding power of nature. With warmth and insight, they discuss how hugs foster attachment and emotional regulation, why children need the freedom to explore their world, and the critical role of playtime w...2025-02-1743 minGear Up! Adventures In ParenthoodGear Up! Adventures In ParenthoodBody SafetyIn this powerful episode, clinical social workers Kristina and Heather dive deep into the crucial topic of teaching children about body safety. They shed light on the alarming statistics from the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children, revealing that one in five girls and one in ten boys will experience sexual abuse before adulthood, with fewer than 35% of cases ever reported. Their conversation focuses on empowering kids to recognize "tricky people" and foster open lines of communication. Kristina and Heather share effective strategies, like teaching children their personal information, understanding privacy, and the critical importance of not keeping...2025-02-1046 minGear Up! Adventures In ParenthoodGear Up! Adventures In ParenthoodTeaching & Modeling ConsentIn this episode, clinical social workers Kristina and Heather dive into the vital topic of teaching children about consent. They explore how fostering an understanding of boundaries, respect, and autonomy can empower kids to navigate their relationships with confidence. Through personal stories and real-life parenting examples, they highlight the importance of role-playing and modeling respectful behavior to help children learn how to ask for and give consent. Kristina and Heather also discuss the role of media in shaping kids' perceptions of consent and stress the significance of teaching that "no" means "no" and "stop" means "stop." Tune in...2025-02-0337 minGear Up! Adventures In ParenthoodGear Up! Adventures In ParenthoodGrandparentsIn this episode Heather and Kristina dive deep into the delicate dance between parents and grandparents. This conversation explores the emotional and practical challenges of navigating this complex family dynamic, from the deep joy of grandparent bonding to the tough moments of miscommunication and boundary-pushing. Did you know that half of parents are raising their kids the same way they were raised—with love and clear rules—while the other half focus more on love and relationships? From gift-giving dilemmas to disagreements over screen time, discipline, and holiday plans, Heather and Kristina tackle these and o...2025-01-2733 minGear Up! Adventures In ParenthoodGear Up! Adventures In ParenthoodMindfulness of SchedulesIn this episode, Kristina and Heather dive into the art of managing our daily schedules while keeping life balanced and fulfilling. Drawing from their own experiences of juggling grad school, parenting, and all the chaos in between, they chat about the importance of creating space (aka margins) to avoid burnout. They share how hectic schedules can take a toll on sleep, relationships, and overall well-being, and offer tips on how to bring more mindfulness and intention into our routines.They also discuss the crucial benefits of getting outdoors, connecting with nature, and building meaningful...2025-01-2033 minGear Up! Adventures In ParenthoodGear Up! Adventures In ParenthoodSleep And Bedtime RoutinesIn this episode, clinical social workers Heather and Kristina dive into the all-too-common challenge of getting children to sleep and why establishing a consistent bedtime routine is key to better rest for everyone. Drawing from their personal experiences as moms, they share stories of their children's sleep struggles—Kristina recounting her daughter's battle with chronic ear infections and the harmful advice she received, and Heather reflecting on how sleep deprivation affects both kids and parents alike.Together, they explore the crucial role of sleep in brain development, the impact of poor sleep on family dy...2025-01-1331 minGear Up! Adventures In ParenthoodGear Up! Adventures In ParenthoodBuilding Resilience In Our KidsIn this episode, Kristina and Heather dive into the powerful role frustration and disappointment play in building resilience in children. They explore the concept of the "wall of futility," where kids face tough moments that help them develop essential problem-solving and coping skills. Rather than rushing in to rescue, they discuss the importance of empathy and the value of allowing children to sit with their feelings. Sharing personal stories and practical strategies, Kristina and Heather offer tips on how parents can support their kids through difficult emotions—without fixing everything for them. Tune in for a heartfelt conversation on ba...2025-01-0651 minGear Up! Adventures In ParenthoodGear Up! Adventures In ParenthoodA Few Simple StrategiesIn this episode, clinical social workers Kristina and Heather unravel the art of managing children's emotional outbursts with a mix of expert insights, practical strategies, and a dash of humor. They explore how understanding our child’s brain development can shift our approach to discipline and guide us through moments of emotional intensity. Learn how to redirect focus from the emotional brain to the more rational frontal lobe with techniques like the "look up" method, and discover the power of non-verbal communication. Kristina and Heather also dive into why it’s crucial to avoid teaching during a meltdown, how...2024-12-3033 minGear Up! Adventures In ParenthoodGear Up! Adventures In ParenthoodBeginnings And EndingsJoin clinical social workers Heather and Kristina, as they explore the profound impact of life’s transitions on us and our children. In this engaging conversation, they delve into the importance of honoring both beginnings and endings, with our children. They discuss ways parents can guide their kids through the emotional landscape of change, helping them navigate feelings of grief, gratitude, and excitement.Through heartfelt personal stories and practical strategies—like creating memory boxes and using calming language—Heather and Kristina offer insights into how parents can model emotional health and create space for childr...2024-12-2334 minGear Up! Adventures In ParenthoodGear Up! Adventures In ParenthoodDiscipline Series, Part 3 of 3In the final episode of their 3-part series on Discipline, clinical social workers Heather and Kristina wrap things up with some practical, easy-to-apply strategies for parents. This time, they're focusing on the power of using an assertive voice in parenting. They emphasize the need for clear and direct communication—no room for questioning or extra politeness like "please" and "thank you" that can confuse kids. To help manage resistance, they introduce a simple three-step process: empathy, expectation, and choice. It’s a strategy that allows parents to remain firm while still showing understanding. Heather and Kristina also recom...2024-12-1632 minGear Up! Adventures In ParenthoodGear Up! Adventures In ParenthoodDiscipline Series, Part 2 of 3Clinical social workers Kristina and Heather continue their discussion on effective discipline strategies that focus on children's skill development rather than controlling behavior. They share the inspiring story of a father named Tom, who transformed his parenting approach over two years by focusing on personal growth, self-care, and understanding his emotional triggers. Tom's journey involved improving his sleep, nutrition, and stress management, which led to increased patience and a stronger bond with his daughters. This episode emphasizes the importance of self-regulation, modeling calm behavior, and the long-term commitment to parenting. G...2024-12-0939 minGear Up! Adventures In ParenthoodGear Up! Adventures In ParenthoodDiscipline Series, Part 1 of 3Clinical social workers Heather and Kristina dive into the first of a three part series on discipline. They delve into an eye-opening conversation about the difference between discipline and punishment. With a focus on growth and emotional well-being, they reveal how traditional punitive approaches can actually harm kids’ mental health and disrupt their sense of attachment.  Through personal anecdotes and real-life examples, they share how modeling positive behavior and offering "do-overs" can transform challenges into opportunities for growth. They emphasize that resilience is built when kids are given the space to m...2024-12-0245 minGear Up! Adventures In ParenthoodGear Up! Adventures In ParenthoodBONUS EPISODE: Gratitude Is A Parenting ToolIn this episode, clinical social workers Kristina and Heather explore the powerful role gratitude plays in parenting and how it can shift our mindset from feeling stuck in victimhood to embracing resilience. They share practical, everyday strategies for cultivating gratitude—like starting a gratitude practice at dinner, creating gratitude jars, or using visual reminders around the home. The benefits of gratitude go beyond just a positive attitude; research shows it’s linked to improved mental health, reduced anxiety, and increased happiness. Kristina and Heather also dive into the difference between genuine gratitude and toxic positivity, encouraging authentic expression and...2024-11-2547 minGear Up! Adventures In ParenthoodGear Up! Adventures In ParenthoodBoundaries and Expectations, Part 2 of 2In this episode, Kristina and Heather, both clinical social workers, continue their conversation on boundaries and expectations, diving deeper into the art of setting realistic expectations for kids. They explore the balance between encouraging effort and managing perfectionism, and the crucial role of clear, consistent boundaries. The conversation uncovers the power of natural consequences—and why they work better than imposed ones—while stressing the importance of following through. Kristina and Heather share personal stories on navigating a child’s perfectionism, and even how to handle those moments when a child forgets something at school. They also touch on the...2024-11-2545 minGear Up! Adventures In ParenthoodGear Up! Adventures In ParenthoodBoundaries and Expectations, Part 1 of 2Join clinical social workers Heather and Kristina, as they dive into the first of a two-part series on the powerful role of setting healthy boundaries with kids to boost both their success and the family’s well-being. In this discussion, they explain why clear, consistent boundaries are key to helping children grasp what’s acceptable and what’s not—without being too strict or rigid. After all, kids can’t read minds! None of us can! From handling sibling squabbles to teaching respect and emotional safety, this conversation dives deep into the many ways boundaries are so much more than...2024-11-1845 minGear Up! Adventures In ParenthoodGear Up! Adventures In ParenthoodBeing The Detective In Your Own Home / Chasing The Why, Part 2 of 2Join Kristina and Heather in this lively episode as they don their detective hats and continue their conversation about the intriguing world of shifting behaviors and how to better understand these changes in our kids. They explore clever strategies for decoding children’s behaviors, especially when it comes to food and screen time. With a focus on connection, they share how family meals can become nurturing moments that balance parental guidance with kids' ability to listen to their bodies. Get ready for some real talk as they recount their own parenting adventures understanding their own childrens’ food preferences. Plus...2024-11-1137 minGear Up! Adventures In ParenthoodGear Up! Adventures In ParenthoodBeing The Detective In Your Own Home / Chasing The Why, Part 1 of 2Join Heather and Kristina as they embark on a two part series to uncover the secrets behind those puzzling behavior shifts we all encounter.Armed with magnifying glasses and a playful spirit, they illuminate the essential clues—diet, sleep, screen time, physical activity, and attachment—that unlock the treasure chest of a child’s emotions. It’s like a scavenger hunt for the heart! With their usual compassionate, “no nonsense” approach, Heather and Kristina tackle how major life changes, like moving homes or the arrival of a new sibling, can create ripples in a child's mood...2024-11-0446 minGear Up! Adventures In ParenthoodGear Up! Adventures In ParenthoodTemperament Theory As A Parenting Tool, Part 2 of 2In this episode, Heather and Kristina continue their exploration of David Kiersey’s temperament theory, which outlines four fundamental temperaments: Guardians, Artisans, Idealists, and Rationals. Drawing from their own parenting journeys, they delve into the Idealists and Rationals, sharing valuable insights that illuminate how these temperaments shape our children’s unique perspectives. Heather and Kristina discuss how understanding these traits can enhance our parenting by allowing us to tailor our approaches to fit each child’s individual needs. They explore the delightful dynamics that come with each tem...2024-10-2851 minGear Up! Adventures In ParenthoodGear Up! Adventures In ParenthoodTemperament Theory As A Parenting Tool, Part 1 of 2In this delightful episode, Heather and Kristina introduce us to the fascinating world of David Kiersey’s temperament theory. This insightful framework is all about the observable traits that shape how we make decisions, what we notice, how we communicate, and the attitudes, values, and strengths that define us.Heather and Kristina discuss how, from the moment they enter the world, our children are vibrant individuals with their own distinct preferences and ways of interacting with those around them. By understanding our child’s temperament, Heather and Kristina share how we c...2024-10-2145 minThe Flint PodcastThe Flint PodcastLabour after 100 days: Getting back on trackIn this podcast, our experts examine the successes and shortcomings of the Government to date, the style and dynamics of the top ministerial team and the potential impact of recent changes in No10. They also consider what Labour can do to regain momentum, including through Chancellor Rachel Reeves’ first budget and the delivery of promised major policy strategies.        Partner Kiran Horwich chairs the discussion with:  James Purnell, Flint CEO, a former advisor to Tony Blair and Cabinet minister under Gordon Brown. Heather Iqbal, Specialist Partner, former political and communications adviser to Rachel Reeves.  Siôn Simon, Specialist...2024-10-1722 minGear Up! Adventures In ParenthoodGear Up! Adventures In ParenthoodThe Parenting Journey, Part 2 of 2Join Heather and Kristina in this heartwarming episode as they continue this two part series on the parenting journey and invite us to embrace the beautiful yet complex journey of parenting! They remind us that parenting is a marathon, not a sprint, filled with its own unique challenges. Together, they explore the importance of letting go of the expectations we often place on ourselves and our children.Through relatable stories and insights, they highlight how we can balance our needs with those of our little ones. Y...2024-10-1447 minGear Up! Adventures In ParenthoodGear Up! Adventures In ParenthoodThe Parenting Journey, Part 1 of 2Welcome to the start of a delightful two-part series on The Parenting Journey! Join Heather and Kristina, seasoned Clinical Social Workers and Support Service Directors for the Early Childhood Network at ODC Network in Holland, Michigan, as they share a wealth of experience, lessons they’ve learned, and a lot of humor, all to guide you through the “marathon” of parenting with warmth and wisdom. In this episode, they emphasize the importance of setting a clear course as parents—after all, “It’s better to be proactive than reactive.” And if you ever find...2024-10-0435 minEntrepreneur ConundrumEntrepreneur ConundrumHarnessing the Power of High Sensitivity in Entrepreneurship: Heather Dominick Shares StrategiesKey Questions(00:34) How did you get to be where you are today?(01:29) So what does being highly sensitive mean?(05:49) Who would you say are your ideal clients?(06:59) How do you get in front of those people?(11:41) What are a couple of big goals that you have in the next couple of years?(13:30) What do you feel is a big roadblock that's stopping you from, let's say, reaching more people or reaching your goals?(14:27) What's the best advice you've ever received?(15:37) What's the best...2024-04-0826 minEntrepreneur ConundrumEntrepreneur ConundrumEmbracing Change: Unleashing Your Full Potential with Dr. Heather TuckerKey Questions:(01:25) How did you come to be where you are today?(05:04) How do you get in front of the clients that you work with?(07:15) Do you start with what's going on up in our minds then to create that calm?(17:48) Do you have any or a quick tip or anything on how we can not let our stuff get in the way?(20:56) What are some big goals you hope to achieve in the next couple of years?(23:16) So how would that goal or those goals affect...2024-03-2541 minNovel ThoughtsNovel ThoughtsThe Vanishing Act of Esme Lennox by Maggie O'FarrellThis week we’re deep diving into the brilliant Maggie O’Farrell’s The Vanishing Act of Esme Lennox, a novel about Victorian asylums, family secrets, and the tragedy of being yourself. Also this week, Saph read 100 Boyfriends by Brontez Purnell, Joseph read Day by Michael Cunningham, and Michelle read Emily Wilde's Encyclopaedia of Faeries by Heather Fawcett. This week’s listener recommendation request comes from Skye who loved Milk Teeth by Jessica Andrews and is looking for something with a similarly lyrical first-person style. Joseph recommends Second Self by Chloe Ashby, Saph recommends...2024-03-131h 01The Dark AcademicalsThe Dark AcademicalsEpisode 4.5: 'The Things We Do to Our Friends' by Heather DarwentThis debut is one of our most anticipated books of the year and we jumped at the chance to get it on the line-up for season 4. I mean, have you see that cover?!Clare arrives at the University of Edinburgh with a secret. This is her chance for a blank slate: to find the right people and reinvent herself.And then she meets Tabitha.Tabitha is charismatic, beautiful and intimidatingly wealthy. Soon Clare is sucked into her enigmatic circle of friends and their dizzying world of champagne on rooftops and summers in France.2023-04-041h 07Learning for Good | L&D Solutions and Leadership Development for Nonprofit OrganizationsLearning for Good | L&D Solutions and Leadership Development for Nonprofit OrganizationsWhy Storytelling Changes Everything for Training with Monique PurnellVirtual training, when designed poorly, can be boring.One effective element you can incorporate to make your virtual or in-person training engaging and effective is storytelling.Listen as Monique Purnell, Learning and Development Manager for Alpha Gamma Delta International Headquarters talks about why stories work and how to create them in your next virtual training.▶️ This One Element Changes Everything for Training with Monique PurnellKey Points: 01:52 Monique’s career and background07:01 Two ways to use storytelling10:56 Why stories work14:58...2022-11-0125 minThe Dark AcademicalsThe Dark AcademicalsEpisode 3.2: 'Bunny' by Mona AwadWe are both so excited and so nervous to dive into this weird and wonderful novel for the podcast. ‘Bunny’ by Mona Awad is our second pick for this season and what a novel! This has been on our radar for a little while already, but the love and buzz it’s been receiving from BookTok recently has pushed it higher and higher up our priority list. It sounds like the perfect read for ‘The Dark Academicals’.We call them Bunnies because that is what they call each other. Seriously. Bunny.Samantha Heather Mackey is...2022-10-1849 minMujeres con HistoriaMujeres con Historia21. Virginia Hall, la espía más buscada por la Gestapo - Mujeres con Historia¿Quién era Virginia Hall? Si hablamos de espías caso seguro que su nombre no nos suene, pero fue, probablemente, la espía más eficiente del s. XX y la agente más buscada por la Gestapo durante la II Guerra Mundial en Francia. Consiguió crear con éxito una de las mejores redes de la Resistencia francesa y dirigió numerosas operaciones de inteligencia, sabotaje y fuga de soldados y agentes aliados en la Francia de Vichy en un primer momento, y en la Francia ocupada más tarde. ¡Por favor, acompañadnos en esta gran aventura que fue su vida! Fu...2022-09-301h 02The Selfish SingleThe Selfish SingleSocial Wellness: COMMUNITYWelcome Social Wellness month! Social wellness is the ability to form and maintain relationships with others as a society and interpersonally. Throughout the month of July we will be having conversations about several areas of focus that benefit not only your self awareness and self love journeys but crossover into the Social wellness spectrum. So listen, Holy Spirit asked me to invite a couple very special people to share their expertise in these conversations and at the top of that list had to be none other than the person that took a chance on me by...2022-07-0333 minSimple Girl Simple WorldSimple Girl Simple WorldIt's Okay to Restart and RecreateIt is okay to STOP, analyze, Recreate and Restart !! What makes you think today is the end all be all? It's not, tomorrow will propel us forward to the rest of our life so why not start again. This episode is all about restarting and recreating all of those visions you have been sitting on for far too long. We all have so much inside of us and we will be better off if we put in the work now so you can enjoy the fruit of your labor later on!2022-02-0123 minSimple Girl Simple WorldSimple Girl Simple WorldDisciplined enough to be ConsistentHow can we ever expect to obtain success if we are not disciplined enough to be consistent? Honestly... let's talk about it! Come along with me as we dive into what it takes to get to the ultimate version of ourselves that we all know is just a little away. In this episode, I referred to an article and read a short passage, for the full article please check it out below! The Art of consistency - The benefits of repeated action compounded over time - Uyiosa Osawe https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/art-consistency-benefits-repeated-action-compounded-uyiosa-osawe/2022-01-1824 minSimple Girl Simple WorldSimple Girl Simple WorldDisciplined enough to be ConsistentHow do you plan to be disciplined enough to be consistent? - Tune in to this short tease as we gear up for the full Episode of Season 3 Welcome back you all 2022-01-1805 minThe StacksThe StacksEp. 183 Blood in the Water by Heather Ann Thompson -- The Stacks Book Club (Derecka Purnell)Today on The Stacks we discuss the book that inspired this podcast, Blood in the Water: The Attica Prison Uprising of 1971 and Its Legacy by Heather Ann Thompson. We're joined by Derecka Purnell (activist and author of the forthcoming Becoming Abolitionists) to delve into this Pulitzer Prize winning book; the coverup, the legacy, and the ways we rely on a superficial notion of justice.There are minor spoilers on this episode.You can find links to everything we discuss on today's show on The Stacks' Website: https://thestackspodcast.com/2021/09/29/ep-183-blood-in-the-water2021-09-291h 03The StacksThe StacksEp. 182 Athletes and Activism with Dave ZirinToday we're joined by sportswriter, journalist, and podcaster Dave Zirin to discuss his new book The Kaepernick Effect: Taking a Knee, Changing the World. We talk about the impact of Colin Kaepernick's NFL protest in 2016, the psyche of young activists, and the best sports protest moments of all time. You can find links to everything we discuss on today's show on The Stacks' Website: https://thestackspodcast.com/2021/09/22/ep-182-dave-zirinThe Stacks Book Club selection for September is Blood in the Water: The Attica Prison Uprising of 1971 and Its Legacy b...2021-09-221h 00The StacksThe StacksEp. 181 We Don't Have to Agree with Jill Louise BusbyJill Louise Busby is an writer, filmmaker, and the person behind the now defunct "Jill is Black" account on Instagram. She joins The Stacks to discuss her debut book, Unfollow Me: Essay in Complicity. Our conversation examines the complexities of audience in relation to worth, real life vs. internet life, and the need for balance.You can find links to everything we discuss on today's show on The Stacks' Website: https://thestackspodcast.com/2021/09/15/ep-181-jill-louise-busbyThe Stacks Book Club selection for September is Blood in the Water: The Attica...2021-09-1559 minThe StacksThe StacksEp. 180 Fifty Years After Attica with Heather Ann ThompsonToday we are joined by Pulitzer Prize winning author of Blood in the Water: The Attica Prison Uprising of 1971 and Its Legacy, Heather Ann Thompson. We discuss her process in researching and writing this epic civil rights story, and the legacy of the uprising 50 years later.The Stacks Book Club selection for September is Blood in the Water: The Attica Prison Uprising of 1971 and Its Legacy by Heather Ann Thompson. We will discuss the book with Derecka Purnell on Wednesday September 29th.You can find links to everything we...2021-09-0857 minThe StacksThe StacksEp. 179 Imagining Better with Derecka PurnellOur guest today is lawyer, writer, activist, organizer, and author Derecka Purnell. Derecka joins us to discuss her forthcoming debut book, Becoming Abolitionists: Police, Protests, and the Pursuit of Freedom out October 5th. Our conversation is an inspiring discussion around police abolition, imagination, and the books that have informed Derecka’s thinking.The Stacks Book Club selection for September is Blood in the Water: The Attica Prison Uprising of 1971 and Its Legacy by Heather Ann Thompson. We will discuss the book with Derecka Purnell on Wednesday September 29th.You can find links to...2021-09-0158 minSimple Girl Simple WorldSimple Girl Simple WorldNamaste- The Light in me sees the light in youCome on this journey with me .... I promise just hear me out, press play2020-11-1115 minSimple Girl Simple WorldSimple Girl Simple WorldAfter You've Done All You Can - Just Stand, and be sure!You can catch this episode live on Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zQWPeRPSW6c&feature=youtu.be Y'all 2020 has been crazy!! So many ups and downs happy moments and sad! Yet we rise! How do you handle everything going on in your life? How do you stay positive and keep pushing when odds are against you? I had to really sit down and figure out the answers to these questions ... GUESS WHAT!! I did it. Join me and my thoughts on how we plan to stand and be sure! Challenge: Create a list of affirmations that you will...2020-11-0317 minPlanet PorkyPlanet PorkyKeeping up with the Joneses...or should that be the Smiths?Mike Parry and Lesley-Ann Jones do battle once more as Planet Porky continues.  Today they discuss: whether the podcast really is a 'family show', Frank Bough, the interesting life of Bill Wyman, Mandy Smith, nuns at number one, David 'Wiggy' Wigg, Porky's unconventional search for Princess Michael of Kent, Amanda Platell, Liz Jones, James Purnell being kicked out of the BBC, the anniversary of Agincourt, ABBA, Heavy Metal Heather, Anna Wintour, Bill Nighy, the materialistic nature of magazines, Crocodile Dundee, Grenada vs. Granada, Porky's US town mix-up, why Lewis Hamilton is so unpopular in the UK, kids staying a...2020-10-2752 minSimple Girl Simple WorldSimple Girl Simple WorldLive life on the edge, Place your feet and just navigate through itIt's time we just go for it, let's walk on the edge a bit so we can really live life. 2020-10-2615 minSimple Girl Simple WorldSimple Girl Simple WorldThat's not for you - Part 2The tease set it off, this is just an extension Understand that every opportunity is not for you and maximize on all that are !2020-09-2812 minSimple Girl Simple WorldSimple Girl Simple WorldThat's not for you!Sit this one out... That battle, opportunity, assignment does not have your name on it! This message came to me in my sleep so i just knew I had to share it! enjoy this tease and I can't wait to dive deeper tomorrow !2020-09-2706 minSimple Girl Simple WorldSimple Girl Simple WorldRelaunch your life (get unstuck) - Part 2Let's Get unstuck... if we aren't stuck lets continue to shape ourself to become an even better of ourself! It all starts with your mind. Nothing in life will change until your thoughts, mentality and outlook on your life does!2020-09-2316 minSimple Girl Simple WorldSimple Girl Simple WorldRelaunch your life (get unstuck) - Part 1It's time to relaunch and take back what is rightfully yours.... YOUR LIFE! Get use to being unstuck! Get use to living out your purpose! Literally if ever there was a perfect time, it'd be now... like TODAY! Enjoy this Sunday Tease and I look forward to speaking with you all tomorrow 2020-09-2006 minThe Selfish SingleThe Selfish SingleSelf•ish Love Pt 2 w/ Tiffany PurnellKeep Talking, Talkers! Here is the conclusion of the Selfish Love interview on Tiff Talks with my friend, Tiffany Purnell   Find her on Instagram @Jaykcmarketing2020-09-1923 minSimple Girl Simple WorldSimple Girl Simple WorldSimple Girl Simple World with Hester ShoatsA Teacher, Mother, Friend Hester Shoats, has overcome so much in her life thus far and she has major keys that we all can learn from. Enjoy this podcast, I can't wait to speak to many more!2020-09-1518 minThe Selfish SingleThe Selfish SingleSelf•ish Love w/ Tiffany Purnell of Tiff TalksKeep Talking, Talkers! This week's episode is an interview I did with my dear friend and colleague, Tiffany Purnell of Tiff Talks.   How fitting that we discuss Self•ish Love and Self•ish Care... And this is only part 1. Stay tuned next week for the conclusion of this interview full of gems2020-09-1224 minSimple Girl Simple WorldSimple Girl Simple WorldLAST ANCHOR EPISODE... we leveled up!Hey y’all, I have new technology, new tools, and an all in attitude! Season 2 is here and we have a lot left to discuss! Moving forward you will be able to listen to simple Girl Simple World on Spotify and Apple podcast. Lastly make sure to engage on my social pages @simplegirlsimpleworld ❣️2020-09-0902 minSimple Girl Simple WorldSimple Girl Simple WorldTapas - Discipline Part 2I am living life in expectation! I am taking on Tapas because the future best version of myself is directly impacted by my now. Let’s push ourselves deeper than we imagined, we got this ! #Tapas2020-08-2514 minSimple Girl Simple WorldSimple Girl Simple WorldTapas- Discipline Part 1Tapas is discipline, the austerity of burning enthusiasm... How can we directly bring this and practice it in every aspect of our lives !? Well Simple.. it begins where we start, so let’s do it, let’s become aware, let’s practice discipline so we can go even further... #Tapas2020-08-2305 minSimple Girl Simple WorldSimple Girl Simple WorldStay Hidden#Focus -Part 2Here are some tips and tricks to how I stay grounded and focused in my hidden place. I was able to connect to myself in spite of myself and I know you’ll be able to as well!2020-08-1812 minSimple Girl Simple WorldSimple Girl Simple WorldStay Hidden#Focus -Part 1Our timing is not always the right timing. Get back into your hiding place and stay there until all your questions are answered. Refocus yourself, now is not the time to loose sight. Your calling, your purpose is so much bigger than you and in the spirit of Leveling up you must stay focused. I’m counting on you!2020-08-1604 minSimple Girl Simple WorldSimple Girl Simple WorldLevel Up- Without Explanation Part 2This episode is all how we can Continue to develop and grow! Leveling up takes more than a day, this is a lifetime commitment! Show up for yourself every single day, be unapologetically proud of every single one of your accomplishments both big or small! P.S. I also did a little coffee review at the end Brash Coffee- exclusively one ATL 😋 yum!2020-08-1117 minSimple Girl Simple WorldSimple Girl Simple WorldLevel up- without explanation Part 1Be bold in your success! You owe no one any explanation, apologies or reasoning for your personal development and growth! These are my unfiltered thoughts on this topic, not my intent to offend anyone but it’s time we become SUPER PROUD of ourselves in the most cocky humble way!!2020-08-1005 minSimple Girl Simple WorldSimple Girl Simple WorldYou don’t have to go through life alone - Part 2Life is so short and yet so precious, join me as I tell you how I blocked everyone out once upon a time till I got out and over myself and realized actually having a community is a huge key to my personal success and bliss! I did it, you can do it to! Let’s find our tribe, a real group of people who are going to push us to the best self we never imaged possible🦋2020-08-0413 minSimple Girl Simple WorldSimple Girl Simple WorldYou don’t have to go through life aloneHey y’all! I hope you all enjoy this tease. I’ve spoken to a few friends During COVID that are trying to figure out life alone. Who have cut off those that make them happy thinking that will help them figure things out. Guess what! You don’t have to do this alone!!2020-08-0305 minSimple Girl Simple WorldSimple Girl Simple WorldBe Present in your Present- Part 2Part 2 is all about HOW !! How can we be more mindful and aware, well... tune in here because I’ll tell ya !2020-07-2711 minSimple Girl Simple WorldSimple Girl Simple WorldBe Present in your PresentHow often do we push ourselves so much to get to the next level that we forget to truly invest and be happy in the now. Tomorrow we will explore how to be content but not stagnant in our now.2020-07-1904 minSimple Girl Simple WorldSimple Girl Simple WorldGirl/Guy Get Up - Part 2Let’s take back what is rightfully ours... our life!! Be a light in someone’s darkness... this podcast is my organic self to you. How I gained my confidence and began showing up for myself and now how that leads to me showing up for others without evening knowing.2020-07-1411 minSimple Girl Simple WorldSimple Girl Simple WorldGirl/Guy Get Up!Y’all get up!!!! Show up!!! People are depending on you, most importantly your future is depending on you! Don’t let yourself down, I didn’t and I know you won’t.... it’s time to get up!2020-07-1205 minSimple Girl Simple WorldSimple Girl Simple WorldStay In Your Boat. Part 2All about Staying in your lane, focusing on yourself while empowering those you love. No longer will we enable those we care about, let’s get back to the basics2020-07-0710 minSimple Girl Simple WorldSimple Girl Simple WorldStay In Your Boat. Part 1How to love those around you without enabling them and staying true to yourself !2020-07-0504 minBrooklyn, USABrooklyn, USA33 | Being Awoken | -19,'20This week, we’re serving up a full TV Dinner, complete with documentary shorts, animated stories, collaborative poetry, video art, and creative meditations on resistance and resilience. You can watch the video version of this episode on YouTube.com/BRICtv• Brooklyn, USA is produced by Sachar Mathias, Emily Boghossian, Shirin Barghi, Charlie Hoxie, Khyriel Palmer, Ross Tuttle, and Mayumi Sato • “Stranger Fruit” was produced by Jon Henry, Sol Nova, Emily Boghossian and Sachar Mathias • “The People” was produced by Tendayi Kuumba and Greg Purnell • “Facts” was produced by Charlie Hoxie • “Yo SOS” was produced by Emily Boghossian, Heather Day, Rahson Johnson...2020-07-0359 minSimple Girl Simple WorldSimple Girl Simple WorldEliminate Uncertainty, Risk, and doubt. Part 2Sit still until you feel led... Eliminate uncertainty and doubt,., Put your faith over fear. You were chosen for such a time as this, Rise to the occasion.2020-06-2911 minSimple Girl Simple WorldSimple Girl Simple WorldEliminate Uncertainty, Risk, and doubt. Part 1Join me as we indulge on this weekly teaser and challenge.2020-06-2805 minMavens Do It BetterMavens Do It BetterChandra Purnell Bond - Entrepreneur MavenIn this episode Heather interviews Chandra Purnell Bond award-winning facilitator, counselor, leader, business owner, and music maven.Tune-in to hear their conversation on:"I want you to be the first." - Chandra's family legacy of firsts and how that inspired her in her many careers."I didn't want to take money from people who didn't have it." - The many twists and turns of Chandra's career journey (addiction counselor, stockbroker, non-profit organizer, Certified Learning and Performance Professional, music and entertainment consultant)."How do we move forward as a country?" - Chandra...2020-06-2252 minSimple Girl Simple WorldSimple Girl Simple WorldKnow your personal coping mechanism part 2Let’s get into it, how do you cope? What’s holding you back from understanding and being in touch with the way you feel at this moment in your life?2020-06-2208 minSimple Girl Simple WorldSimple Girl Simple WorldSimple Girl Simple World (Trailer)2020-06-2200 minSimple Girl Simple WorldSimple Girl Simple WorldKnow your personal coping mechanism part 1Join me on my hike today through the beautiful woods leading to a Gorgeous falls2020-06-2004 minBook Cougars Podcast: Two Middle-Aged Women on the Hunt for a Good ReadBook Cougars Podcast: Two Middle-Aged Women on the Hunt for a Good ReadEpisode 84 - Announcing our 11th Readalong!Episode Eighty Four Show Notes CW = Chris WolakEF = Emily FinePurchase Book Cougars Swag on Zazzle!If you’d like to help financially support the Book Cougars, please consider becoming a Patreon member. You can DONATE HERE. If you would prefer to donate directly to us, please email bookcougars@gmail.com for instructions.Join our Goodreads Group!We have a BookTube Channel – please check it out here, and be sure to subscribe!Please subscribe to our email newsletter here.– 11th Readalong –Free Food for Millionn...2019-09-031h 07Book Cougars Podcast: Two Middle-Aged Women on the Hunt for a Good ReadBook Cougars Podcast: Two Middle-Aged Women on the Hunt for a Good ReadEpisode 83 - Chris finishes Middlemarch and Author Spotlight with Linda Kay KleinEpisode Eighty Three Show Notes CW = Chris WolakEF = Emily Fine Purchase Book Cougars Swag on Zazzle!If you’d like to help financially support the Book Cougars, please consider becoming a Patreon member. You can DONATE HERE. If you would prefer to donate directly to us, please email bookcougars@gmail.com for instructions.Join our Goodreads Group! We have a BookTube Channel – please check it out here, and be sure to subscribe!Please subscribe to our email newsletter here.– Toni Morrison – Books we mention...2019-08-201h 10Under The ArchUnder The ArchS1 Ep. 1 Policing ft. Sgt. Heather Taylor & Derecka PurnellArchCity Defenders and Action St. Louis present the premiere collaborative podcast, "Under The Arch." Your hosts Blake Strode, Executive Director of ArchCity Defenders, and Kayla Reed, Director of Action St. Louis, explore the issues facing our community and the people working to transform them. In our first episode, we have a conversation on the issue of policing, a topic at the center of the work of both our hosts as well as our featured guests. Guest conversations include Sergeant Heather Taylor, president of the Ethical Society of Police, and Derecka Purnell, organizer, writer, and Harvard Law School g...2019-08-021h 10RadioToday ProgrammeRadioToday ProgrammeRadio Festival & Tuning In ConferenceThis week we’re at Radio Audio Week 2019 as Stuart Clarkson talks to speakers at the Radio Festival and RadioCentre’s Tuning In Conference. You’ll hear from: Zoe Ball, James Purnell, Greg James, Margot James, Simon Mayo, Anna Foster & Tony Livesey, Steve Parkinson & Angellica Bell, Mark Barber & Heather Andrew, Roman Kemp, Vick Hope & Sonny Jay, and Siobhan Kenny. James Cridland looks at current issues for vTuner and TuneIn, and David Lloyd has more great archive in Radio Moments. Processing by Ian Deeley. Voiceover by Hannah Patterson. Original music by Mcasso.2019-05-151h 00